Most people in tech don't think much about power. They focus on doing good work and hoping the organisation recognises it. That worked for a while. It's working less and less.

With the pace of change accelerating and technology drastically reshaping careers, power is consolidating fast - in organisations, in industries, in the hands of people who understand how it works. The PMs and operators who consistently shape outcomes aren't just more skilled. They've learned how to build and use power.

This session is a practical look at how power really works inside modern product and technology organisations.

We'll cover:

• Where power actually sits - formal vs. informal
• Why some people consistently have more influence than others
• Research-backed principles for building power deliberately

You'll leave with:

• A clear view of your current power position
• The gaps limiting your influence today
• 2-3 concrete moves you can apply immediately

We'll also address the uncomfortable question: should you pursue power at all? Because if people who care about outcomes avoid power, they don't stay out of politics - they just lose to it.

Ben Reuhman is a digital transformation executive with 12+ years leading large-scale technology programs across biotech, marine services, and utilities. He has spent his career navigating the gap between doing good work and making it matter.

Format: Presentation.