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Product Evenings TO: Inside Shopify’s Approach to Rapid Innovation

Join us for an evening with Matt Cohn, Technical Chief of Staff, Office of the President Shopify, as he pulls back the curtain on how one of the world's largest commerce platforms tackles its biggest problems. Matt will share his approach to navigating rapid innovation at the executive level and turning massive, unstructured ideas into real impact.

  • BrainStation Toronto
  • Wed, Nov 25, 2026
  • 2026-11-25T23:00:00.0000000Z  –  2026-11-26T01:00:00.0000000Z
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  • 80k+ attendees globally
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  • Matthew Cohn

    Matthew Cohn

    Technical Chief of Staff, Office of the President

Matthew Cohn

Technical Chief of Staff, Office of the President

Shopify

At the scale of a global tech giant, turning massive, ambiguous ideas into concrete product strategies requires a unique playbook. Matt Cohn will unpack how Shopify leadership tackles complex problems, structures rapid innovation, and drives execution at the highest levels. Expect practical insights on framing massive concepts, aligning cross-functional teams, and moving from ambiguity to a shipped product.

 

  • Matthew Cohn

    Matthew Cohn

    Technical Chief of Staff, Office of the President

    Matt Cohn is a Technical Chief of Staff who specializes in driving engineering strategy, operational excellence, and cross-functional alignment. He focuses on bridging the gap between technical execution and core business objectives, streamlining complex initiatives, and ensuring that technical teams operate efficiently to deliver high-impact solutions.

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Event Overview

Rapid innovation at scale demands rigorous execution. Matt Cohn shares an inside look at how Shopify’s executive team transforms unstructured problems into actionable product strategies, maintaining high-velocity agility across a massive organization.

  • 01

    Tackling Massive, Unstructured Ideas

    Learn how to approach complex, ambiguous problems at the executive level and break them down into manageable, actionable product initiatives.

  • 02

    From Ambiguity to Product Strategy

    Discover the strategic frameworks required to translate high-level, unstructured visions into concrete roadmaps that product teams can execute.

  • 03

    Navigating Innovation at Scale

    Explore how a massive tech giant maintains its agility, overcomes structural friction, and drives rapid innovation behind the scenes.

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What's Included

  • Gourmet Light Refreshments – Enjoy a curated selection of artisanal bites and small plates, perfect for connecting with colleagues.
  • Settle in for easy conversation and good company in a warm, welcoming space. With a thoughtful selection of beer and wine on hand, it’s the perfect backdrop for winding down or catching up.

How to Get Here

BrainStation Toronto

482 Front St W, 2nd Floor, Toronto, ON

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  1. Finding Your Way

    Located near Front St. West and Spadina Ave. at The Well, right next to the Indigo.

  2. Entering The Building

    Look for Quantum Coffee, enter the building, and follow the signs to the elevators.

  3. Once You're Inside

    Take elevator to the 2nd floor. Our staff will be there to greet you at reception.

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  • BrainStation Toronto
  • Wed, Nov 25, 2026
  • 2026-11-25T23:00:00.0000000Z  –  2026-11-26T01:00:00.0000000Z
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