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Ready to transform the way you think about product development? In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, the difference between products that soar and those that stumble often comes down to three critical elements: a compelling vision, a strategic roadmap, and deep customer understanding. Whether you're a seasoned BA or aspiring to step into a Product Owner role, this session will equip you with the insights and practical tools to elevate both your organization's outcomes and your own career trajectory. You'll discover how to craft product visions that inspire teams, develop strategies that cut through complexity, and truly deliver solutions that resonate with your customers' needs. We'll dive into essential concepts including product strategy frameworks, vision development, Design Thinking methodologies, and proven techniques for uncovering what customers really want. Best of all? You'll walk away with actionable tools you can implement immediately—no theory overload, just real-world approaches that drive results. Join us to sharpen your product mindset and gain the competitive edge that today's market demands. Your next breakthrough product starts with clarity, strategy, and insight—let's unlock it together! Presented by: Martina Svoboda, Agile CoE Manager, Southern Company | Wednesday. February 18, 2026 | 6 PM EST | Virtual event | Hosted by Bluegrass IIBA Chapter

Schedule:

      6:00 pm - 6:15 pm - Networking and Refreshments (Refreshments available in Appleton, WI)

      6:15 pm - 6:25 pm - AI for Business Analysts: Learn by Doing!

      6:25 pm - 6:30 pm - Chapter News

      6:30 pm - 7:30 pm - Program       

IIBA® CDU Credit: You will earn 1.5 Continuing Development Unit (CDU) by attending this event live. CDUs are continuing education credits to retain an existing IIBA Certification. You may claim your CDU under Professional Development, with event type of Chapter Event.  

PMI® PDU Credit:  You will earn 1.5 Professional Development Unit (PDU) by attending this event live. PDUs are continuing education credits to earn a new or retain an existing PMI certification. Read the PMI PDU page for more information on PDUs.  
 

Presented by:  Martina Svoboda, Agile CoE Manager, Southern Company

Martina Svoboda is a passionate Agile leader dedicated to helping organizations achieve their full potential by delivering value to their customers. She has extensive experience in agile methodologies, organizational development and change management.  Martina has 12 years of Agile transformation experience working with large corporations. She holds certifications as a SAFe SPC consultant, RTE, and Product Owner. In addition, Martina possesses expertise in organizational development and strategy, having collaborated with companies across Europe and the United States. 
 
Originally from the Czech Republic, Martina has lived in various places including Germany, Hawaii, and Alabama. For the past 13 years, she has resided with her family in Atlanta.  Martina speaks five languages and enjoys silversmithing and jewelry making in her free time.
 

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