Are you worried AI might soon replace your job? You're not alone—and you're not powerless. As AI lowers the barrier to launching products, more Product Managers are considering entrepreneurship as a way to future-proof their careers.

But here's the truth: being a good PM isn't the same as being a successful founder.

In this session, we'll dive into what it really takes to go from building someone else’s vision to launching your own. We’ll explore the transition from PM to entrepreneur—what skills transfer well, where the gaps are, and how to overcome common challenges.

Whether you're dreaming about starting a SaaS platform, launching a hardware product, or even manufacturing keychains, the product principles remain the same—but the game changes completely.

You’ll walk away with:

Insights into how AI is reshaping the entrepreneurial landscape

Lessons learned from building a company from scratch

A practical look at the mindset shift from PM to founder

Meet the Speaker:

Arya Baybordi is a Product Manager at Capsa Healthcare, a leading U.S. healthcare company, and a Lead Instructor at BrainStation’s Product Management program. With over 6 years of experience in healthcare and robotics, Arya recently founded a new startup focused on virtual reality equipment and immersive technology. He brings a unique blend of enterprise PM expertise and fresh founder lessons.