The Priyanka Shinde Podcast | Strategy | Execution | Leadership
Welcome to "The Priyanka Shinde Podcast" your ultimate destination for insightful conversations and expert advice on mastering strategy, execution and leadership. Join Priyanka Shinde, author of Art of Strategic Execution, as she uncovers how leaders within organizations tap into 'founder mode'—driving innovation, ownership, and execution to lead like entrepreneurs within their companies. This podcast is designed for business leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals who are looking to sharpen their strategic mindset and continue driving impactful results. Through engaging conversations with C-suite executives and industry experts, Priyanka shares actionable insights on how successful organizations build world-class products, lead high-performing teams, and implement effective systems. Learn real-world strategies to excel in today's competitive landscape and drive lasting success. About Priyanka Priyanka Shinde is a Silicon valley tech leader with over 20 years of experience in AI, product leadership, and execution strategy. She has led high-impact teams at Meta, Cruise, and other startups, helping them bridge the gap between strategy and execution to turn AI innovation into real-world impact. As a trusted consultant and leadership advisor, Priyanka partners with organizations and startups to optimize execution, scale operations, and drive product success. A certified executive coach, she also delivers leadership development programs that help leaders and teams navigate complexity, scale with confidence, and execute bold ideas. Subscribe now and transform your approach to strategy, execution, and leadership. * The content provided in the podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional, legal, medical, or financial advice. The opinions expressed in the podcast are those of the hosts or guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any organizations or entities mentioned. ** This podcast was previously known as "Unleash Your Leadership"
Episodes
Ever wondered what it takes to build enterprise-grade software from scratch—in the middle of a global crisis?
In this episode of The Priyanka Shinde Podcast, Priyanka sits down with Dipti Desai, CEO and Co-Founder of Crstl, a modern B2B commerce network helping brands, retailers, and logistics partners connect on a single digital platform.
Dipti shares her journey from product leadership roles at startups and global enterprises to fo...
From Meta to a Portfolio Career: A Product Leader on Thriving in the AI Revolution
In a world of constant change and ambiguity, how do you build a career that's not just successful, but also fulfilling and resilient? In this episode of The Priyanka Shinde Podcast, host Priyanka Shinde sits down with Julia Stefani, ex-Chief Product Officer at Treasure Financial, for a deep dive into the strategies that have guided her...
Meta VP Prasad Bhandarkar on Leaving Safe Careers, Pivoting to Data Engineering, and Leading in the AI Era
Are you feeling stuck in your tech career? Wondering if you should make that risky jump to a new technology or a different role? In this episode of The Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we're joined by Prasad Bhandarkar, the Vice President of Reality Labs (AR/VR) Engineering at Meta.
With over three decades of ex...
Is Artificial Intelligence the game-changer for achieving superior clinical outcomes and revolutionizing patient care? This episode of The Priyanka Shinde Podcast features an insightful conversation with Anish Patankar, Senior Vice President and General Manager for Oncology Software at Elekta, hosted by Priyanka Shinde.
Anish, an expert in cloud, AI, and data-driven healthcare, delves into how technology can simplify compl...
In this special episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we’re joined by Nitin Aggarwal — a visionary AI leader and Generative AI expert shaping the future of technology and marketing at Microsoft.
With over a decade of experience at the intersection of artificial intelligence, innovation, and enterprise strategy, Nitin has led transformative initiatives at tech giants like Microsoft and Google, using AI to drive meaningful...
In this thought-provoking episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we welcome Ibrahim Bashir — a seasoned product executive, cross-functional tech leader, and one of the sharpest minds in the world of software innovation and organizational scaling.
With nearly 25 years of experience creating transformative software, Ibrahim has led product and engineering teams at some of the most influential tech companies — including Amazon (Kindle...
Master Tech Leadership for 2025: Learn key strategies for Engineering Management.
Building Influence in Software teams, navigating AI's impact, and fostering Team Growth.
In this episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, Priyanka sits down with renowned tech leader, coach, and instructor, Irina Stanescu (author of the "Caring Techie" newsletter), to explore building influence, understanding AI's role,...
In this exciting episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we’re joined by Ravi Mehta—a visionary product leader, advisor, and entrepreneur who has shaped some of the world’s most iconic consumer tech products.
With leadership roles at companies like Tinder, Facebook, TripAdvisor, and Xbox, Ravi brings decades of experience building products that millions love. Today, as Co-Founder and CEO of Outpace, he is revolutionizing how people ...
In this special episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we’re joined by Annie Tsai — a dynamic leader, early-stage investor, and Chief Operating Officer at Interact, a platform where over 450 million people have engaged through interactive quizzes. https://www.tryinteract.com/
With over 20 years of experience across four continents, Annie has built, grown, and led high-performing teams from tiny startups to public software...
In this special episode of The Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we’re joined by Suvrat Joshi — a visionary Product Leader with over 15 years of experience driving innovation across some of the most complex and impactful domains in tech.
With a stellar track record across B2B, B2C, SaaS/PaaS, and cloud platforms, Suvrat has led product strategy and execution at the intersection of Big Data, Machine Learning, Analytics, and Monetization. Fro...
In this special episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we’re joined by Pankaj Kedia — a globally recognized AI thought leader, investor, educator, and tech visionary shaping the future of artificial intelligence.
With a powerful track record of 150+ investments, 15 funds, and 10 exits, Pankaj brings decades of experience as an executive at Intel and Qualcomm, where he helped lead innovation across the Internet, Mobile, and Clo...
In this special episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we’re joined by Bernard Yee — a pioneering force in the world of immersive entertainment and cutting-edge gaming innovation. Bernard is the CEO and Co-founder of Windup Minds, and a former leader at Meta/Oculus, PopCap, Bungie, and Harmonix, where he played pivotal roles in shaping the future of gaming in AR, VR.
With a remarkable career spanning decade, Bernard has l...
In this special episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we’re joined by Donna Griffit—a globally renowned Corporate Storyteller and Pitch Alchemist who has helped over 1,000 startups, Fortune 500 companies, and venture capitalists craft compelling narratives that win deals and drive success.
With 20+ years of experience across 30+ countries, Donna is a master of turning ideas into impactful messages. As a best-selling auth...
In this special episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we’re joined by Ali Dasdan—a visionary technology leader, global innovator, CTO at Dropbox and ex EVP & CTO of ZoomInfo.
With a remarkable career spanning over two decades, Ali has led high-impact engineering and product teams at some of the world’s most influential tech companies. At ZoomInfo, Ali led the global engineering division, driving innovation in one of ...
In this special episode, we welcome Jonathan Shottan (Show-Tan)—a visionary leader shaping the future of fitness technology and digital wellness.
In this episode, we dive into:
- The future of fitness tech and connected wellness
- How product and content strategy can drive growth
- Insights from leading at top-tier companies like Facebook and Pinterest
- Lessons in scaling startups and navigating product-market fit
- What it takes to build tec...
In this special episode of the Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we welcome Ryan Valles—Founder & CEO of Interview Kickstart, a pioneering platform that’s transforming how software engineers and AI professionals upskill and accelerate their careers.
With over 25,000 alumni and 700+ instructors from top tech giants, Together Ryan and Soham Mehta (Founder and CPTO) have built the largest US-focused training ecosystem for advanced...
In this special episode of Priyanka Shinde Podcast, we welcome Manlio Lo Conte—a visionary Product Leader, Advisor, and Coach with a proven track record in the tech industry.
As a former Chief Product Officer at Zwift, Manlio has led groundbreaking innovations in the digital fitness space, shaping how millions engage with technology-driven fitness solutions. With years of experience in product leadership, strategy, and in...
Welcome to another exciting episode of Unleash Your Leadership. On this episode, we will be diving deep into the world of essential soft skills and why they're absolutely crucial for success in the modern workplace.
I recently had the privilege of speaking at a Women Tech Conference where I gave a talk in this topic which will be valuable for everyone navigating today's rapidly changing work landscape. So, whether you&apos...
Welcome back to the "Unleash Your Leadership" podcast! In today's episode, we're diving into part two of our conversation with the incredible Prashha Dutra, CEO of Believe in Your Brilliance LLC and a Confidence Coach who continues to inspire us with her insights and experiences. If you missed part one of our discussion, I highly recommend going back and checking it out, as we touched upon some fantastic topics.
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Get ready for an inspiring episode of Unleash Your Leadership! In Part 1 of this engaging interview, I, Priyanka your host sits down with the remarkable Prashha Dutra, a TEDx speaker, CEO of Believe In Your Brilliance LLC, and a Confidence Coach. Prashha is on a mission to empower women in STEM fields, helping them find their path and confidently achieve their goals within 90 days.
In this episode, Prashha shares her journey from gr...
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