You're navigating a fast-changing market, from the hiring booms of recent years to the tighter budgets and greater scrutiny of today’s environment. In any cycle, engineering leaders must balance innovation with stability, keep teams aligned with business goals, and build strong foundations that stand the test of time.

In this session, thoughtbot CEO and founder Chad Pytel will share insights from over two decades of helping engineering leaders build resilient, high-performing teams - across bull and bear markets alike. Learn how to adapt your leadership to meet the moment and set your team up for long-term success.

What you’ll learn:

• How to lead effectively whether you're growing fast or operating lean
• The hidden trade-offs that stall team performance
• What thriving teams do differently in challenging environments
• Proven strategies for managing tech debt, improving delivery, and collaborating cross-functionally
• How to foster team growth and retention in any market

Who should attend?

• Engineering leaders navigating growth, change, or tighter constraints
• Product and technology executives aiming to improve delivery, collaboration, and team performance