From Chaos to Cohesion: Mastering Organizational Design
Summary
In the fast-paced world of startups, organizational structure often takes a back seat to the urgent demands of growth and market competition. Even in large corporations, reorgs are a frequent occurrence. But how do leaders design an organization that not only meets current needs but is also prepared for future challenges? Join us for a focused discussion on the diverse organizational structures we've encountered, the priorities they served, and the gaps they created. We'll explore how to adapt these structures as your business evolves, ensuring you're ahead of the curve when your company hits key milestones, such as achieving product-market fit. This roundtable aims to equip senior engineering leaders with insights to anticipate and navigate these critical transitions, setting their teams up for long-term success.
Host
Annie is a seasoned Product and Engineering Leader with a proven track record of shaping effective, collaborative, and adaptable organizations. Her experience spans a diverse array of companies, from innovative startups to industry giants like Square, Dropbox, Amazon, Lumosity, and Supermicro. With a deep understanding of various team structures—ranging from functional to pod-based, and engineering-led to sales-led—Annie is passionate about exploring how organizational design can drive exceptional product development. Eager to learn from others and share her insights, she looks forward to an engaging and thought-provoking discussion.
