Unlock your leadership potential with Women In Product Edge
The Community
We are not just envisioning future leadership; we’re actively building it.
Our WIP Edge community has 58 members, with 38 inspiring leaders who have reached their one-year milestone and 20 new leaders embarking on their transformative journeys.
At WIP Edge, we are dedicated to nurturing your path to the CPO role and beyond. This program is a testament to our commitment, designed to enrich your journey with indispensable skills, deepen your industry insights, and expand your professional network, all within a supportive community committed to seeing you thrive.
Price: $5,200 for year one
$3,000/year thereafter
Eligibility:
This is a paid program for senior and executive product leaders with a desire to reach the C-Suite with a current title of:
VP, Sr. VP (or equivalent) at any size org, or
Director, Sr. Director (or equivalent) at organizations with 10,000+ employees
What is WIP Edge
WIP Edge is a program geared towards nurturing individuals on their path to becoming Chief Product Officers (CPOs) and reaching beyond into other executive roles.
Exclusive access to leadership resources
Connect with a community for support, gain mentoring and guidance from accomplished leaders through a private Slack channel and group mentoring sessions.
Professional development and career advancement
Access to personalized professional development through educational events and pathway programs tailored to navigating career transitions and advancing to the boardroom.
Networking and growth opportunities
Network with top leaders and potential employers through events and partnerships with executive search firms, venture capital, and private equity firms, enhancing your visibility and prospects in leadership and board positions.
MEET THE COUNCIL
Our WIP Edge Council, a group of highly accomplished product leaders, is actively involved and engaged every step of the way. They play a crucial role in selecting applicants and work with participants to accelerate growth to the C-Suite through networking opportunities, mentorship, guidance, and advice.
Deb Liu
Cofounder and Board Member, Women In Product
Andrea Chesleigh
Chief Product Officer, Spresso
Jessica Dominiczak
Vice President of Products, Carefeed
Malaika Paquiot
CPO on a Break, Former CPO, Avalanche Insights
Carmen Palmer
CEO, Women In Product
Yuying Chen-Wynn
Head of AI, PEAK6
Amory Wakefield
CPO, Aquabyte
Lisa Kamm
SVP, Product, Core Platforms, The New York Times
Kelly O’Connell
Chief Product Officer, ActiveCampaign
Julia Kastner
Chief Product Officer, NeuroFlow
Sarah Owen
Chief Product Officer, One Inc
Kaelin Burns
Chief Product Officer, Suited
Ezinne Udezue
Chief Product Officer, WP Engine
APPLICATION PROCESS
The application process is designed not only to get to know the applicant’s background and qualifications, but also to get some insight into the program fit, readiness, goal alignment, and chance for successful outcomes.
WIP Edge members are accepted and on-boarded quarterly, but occasionally, we may make an exception and reach out sooner.
Q2 2024
May 31 – June 10: All participants notified of their acceptance status
Mid-June: Kickoff Call to begin program!
Set program goals and meet with the Athena Alliance Member Success Manager
Q3 2024
2 Private Salon Events (dates TBD)
Office Hours with Executive Edge Council
Continue Athena Alliance Engagement
- Peer Groups
- Live Events
- On-Demand Content
Q4 2024
2 Private Salon Events (dates TBD)
Office Hours with Executive Edge Council
Continue Athena Alliance Engagement
- Peer Groups
- Live Events
- On-Demand Content
Q1 2025
2 Private Salon Events (dates TBD)
Office Hours with Executive Edge Council
Continue Athena Alliance Engagement
- Peer Groups
- Live Events
- On-Demand Content
Q2 2025
2 Private Salon Events (dates TBD)
Continue Athena Alliance Engagement
- Peer Groups
- Live Events
- On-Demand Content
End of program celebrations!
Post Program
Athena Alliance Peer Group Engagement
Exposure to Executive Search firms, Venture Capital, and Private Equity (Optional)
Athena’s supported to the boardroom and hundreds more to the C-suite
racially diverse membership base
Given by 2,000+ connections facilitated by Athena
My experience with the [WIP] Edge far exceeded my expectations. It transcended the typical cohort-based approach, via a platform where thought leaders delivered unparalleled insights from their own experience with topics of utmost relevance and depth. What truly set this program apart was its diverse cohort composition, blending seasoned product directors and executives providing invaluable perspectives from both ends of the experience spectrum.
of Athena’s members are in the C-Suite
Athena Experience rating by members
