Mercedes Chatfield-Taylor
Experienced executive search and leadership advisor focused on CEOs and C-suite transitions, offering guidance on paths from product leadership to CEO and board-level communication.
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Mar 27, 2024 • 47min
Episode 164: Positioning Yourself for a Chief Product Officer Role with the CEO & Co-Founder at Artico Search
Mercedes Chatfield-Taylor, CEO of Artico Search, discusses the landscape for Chief Product Officers, the importance of technical expertise in the market, and the difference between Head of Product and CPO roles. They explore the impact of COVID-19 on CPOs, the significance of live product exercises in recruitment, evaluating candidates through case studies, and career progression strategies for aspiring CPOs.
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Feb 25, 2026 • 30min
Episode 263: From Product Leader to CEO
Fabrice des Mazery, product leader who frames product work as disciplined investment decisions. Sean Solme Kim, senior product leader from Amazon and TikTok who runs metric-driven, outcome-focused teams. Mercedes Chatfield Taylor, executive search advisor who guides product leaders toward CEO and board readiness. They discuss paths to CEO, building ownership and accountability, and treating product work like investment decisions.
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Oct 23, 2024 • 54min
Episode 194: From Product Leader to CEO with Mercedes Chatfield-Taylor
Mercedes Chatfield-Taylor, Co-founder and CEO of Artico Search, specializes in executive leadership for growing companies. In this conversation, she discusses the shift from a 'growth at all costs' mindset to a focus on profitability and sustainability. Mercedes highlights essential pathways for product leaders transitioning to CEOs, emphasizing the importance of product empathy and cross-functional collaboration. She shares insights on cultivating strong connections with sales and operations, crucial for effective leadership in today's business landscape.
