Roberto Hortal

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Roberto Hortal. CPTO, Wall Street English

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Meet Roberto Hortal: a tireless innovator with over 20 years’ Product and Innovation experience at senior level across a range of sectors including Education, Green Tech, Energy, Retail, Travel, Insurance and Telecommunications.

I am Chief Product and Technology Officer at Wall Street English. Throughout my career, I have led Product, Technology and Innovation at several global B2C and B2B organisations.

I am passionate about transforming organisations, adopting the tools and practices of the Internet era to respond to the evolving needs of customers and colleagues.

How to Overcome Resistance to Change

Change is a constant in life, both personally and professionally. However, change can also be difficult and disruptive. It is not uncommon for people …

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The Hottest New Thing in Product Management: Product-Led Growth

If you're a product manager, you're probably familiar with the traditional sales-led growth model. This model relies on outbound sales and marketing …

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The Importance of Resilience in Product Management

The COVID-19 pandemic has shown that product teams need to be prepared to adapt to change quickly. This means having a strong understanding of the …

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Product Managers are like…

The product manager is a key role in businesses today. They are responsible for the overall success of a product, from conception to launch and …

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The Rise of Agile Product Development

In today's rapidly changing world, businesses need to be able to adapt quickly to new market conditions and customer demands. This is where agile …

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The Evolution of Marketing Roles: From Traditional to Product Management

Marketing roles have been undergoing a transformation, with traditional marketing practices evolving into product management. This shift is driven by …

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