Today’s episode is hosted by Gemma Thomason and they are joined on the podcast by Johan Öbrink, Co-Head at SEB.

The conversation explores product management within large financial institutions and examines how professionals can build meaningful change inside established banking organisations. The discussion looks at the relationship between organisational culture, leadership, governance and innovation, highlighting the opportunities and challenges involved in delivering transformation across complex environments.

The exchange also explores how teams navigate competing priorities, encourage collaboration and develop approaches that support long-term progress. Broader themes including digital transformation, organisational change, financial services strategy and product management are woven throughout the discussion, offering insight into the realities of creating sustainable improvements within large banks while balancing customer needs, business objectives and operational complexity.