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Leaders in Product: Driving Innovation at Scale

We hosted a forward-looking conversation in Toronto with senior product and innovation leaders.

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Aug 7, 2025

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Sahil Lakdawala

Director, Digital Product Management
Sukhmani Dev

Head of Digital and Acceptance Products, North America
Jonathan Cho

Director, Product Strategy & Innovation

In Toronto, senior product leaders from Scotiabank, Mastercard, and McDonald’s shared insights on how technology is reshaping the future of product. Sahil Lakdawala, Sukhmani Dev, and Jonathan Cho discussed the evolving role of product leaders, the impact of AI on development, and strategies for building seamless, cross-platform experiences.

Sahil Lakdawala

Director, Digital Product Management

Sahil Lakdawala leads Digital Product Management at Scotiabank, driving the development of user-centric financial tools and digital experiences. With a focus on innovation and customer-focused strategy, he partners across teams to deliver scalable, impactful solutions that elevate user engagement and simplify banking journeys.
Sukhmani Dev

Head of Digital and Acceptance Products, North America

Sukhmani Dev oversees digital and acceptance products at Mastercard, shaping the future of commerce through innovation, inclusion, and intuitive design. She leads with a strategic vision to accelerate digital adoption and enable frictionless experiences for businesses and consumers alike.
Jonathan Cho

Director, Product Strategy & Innovation

Jonathan Cho leads Product Strategy & Innovation at McDonald’s, designing and launching the next generation of customer-centric solutions. Leveraging deep market insight and collaborative leadership, he aligns cross-functional teams to deliver transformative products that enhance convenience, engagement, and brand loyalty across global markets.

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Join us in Toronto to discuss how Product Designers are shaping the world’s most innovative digital products by combining creativity, research, and technical skills to solve real user problems.