Dmitry Zlokazov

Guest: Dmitry Zlokazov - Global Head of Product at Revolut. Dmitry leads the product function at Revolut, a finance super app valued at over $60 billion, known for hiring and developing top-tier product managers. Key Takeaways: Ownership Model: Revolut's product managers, termed "product owners," act as local CEOs with end-to-end responsibility, fostering significant ownership and accountability. Focus on Raw Talent: Revolut prioritizes hiring for raw intellect and hunger over experience, often promoting internally from roles like operations or engineering. Wow Products: A strong emphasis is placed on building products that are not only functional but also deliver a "wow" experience, ensuring high-quality UX and aesthetics. Deep Dive Approach: Leaders, including Dmitry, focus on a few key projects at a time, going deep into details to ensure quality and alignment, which also signals priorities to the rest of the organization. Scalable Solutions: Revolut builds scalable platforms to support rapid product launches across multiple countries, maintaining a lean team structure to drive efficiency. Topics Covered: Revolut's product ownership model, hiring practices, focus on product quality, leadership approach, scalable product development, new product success strategies.