Meet our panelists!
Gerry Caron
Gerry is Principal at Caron Product Management Consulting, LLC. Throughout his career he has led product organizations across a range of tech industries at companies including iRobot, Universal Robots, Bose, OtterBox and others. He has also contributed significantly to the success of startups like iZotope and Swippitt, propelling their growth and establishing them as industry leaders. He currently is a Director on the Board of Hirebotics.
Gerry's educational background includes an MS degree from MIT, where he studied under Dr. Amar Bose, founder of Bose Corporation. He also holds an MBA from Babson College's Olin Graduate School of Business and a BSME from UMass, Amherst.
As an innovator, Gerry has been awarded 10 US patents, with more pending. The products under his purview have earned numerous industry distinctions, including an Academy Award, an Emmy Award, and several Red Dot, NAMM Tech, and Best of What's New honors. His expertise in product management and innovation has led to several engagements as an international panelist and keynote presenter.
John Torrance, SVP of Product Management at FuelCell Energy
Olga Perfilieva, Product Design Consultant
Olga Perfilieva is a product design consultant specializing in early- and growth-stage startups. With a background in product design leadership and hands-on execution, Olga has successfully designed and launched automation-driven platforms and tools in accounting technology, online catering marketplace, and automotive industry. Her focus is on creating scalable, user-centric solutions that enhance user outcomes and drive business impact.
Olga began her career in commercial interior design, which shaped her human-centered approach to problem-solving. Outside of work, she enjoys running, creating art, and singing Ukrainian folk songs.
Vicky Li Horst, Product Coaching and Consulting
