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Christian Idiodi

Bio

As a Partner at Silicon Valley Product Group, Christian leveraged years of experience in product innovation and strategy to coach and develop teams that build innovative, disruptive, and market-transforming technology products.

Besides Christian's role at Silicon Valley Product Group, Christian is passionate about creating practical tech solutions for Africa's social and economic issues, such as unemployment, poverty, healthcare, insecurity, and financial exclusion. That is why Christian founded several companies in Africa and became the Chairman of Innovate Africa Foundation, a non-profit organization that enables tech innovation for social good in Africa—Christian aims to empower and inspire the next generation of African tech leaders and entrepreneurs through these initiatives.

Christian has been a product leader for over 15 years, building teams and developing enterprise and consumer products that have shaped companies such as CareerBuilder and Merrill Corporation, as well as clients such as Microsoft, Starbucks, and Squarespace. Christian is passionate about helping companies implement the discipline of product management to build world-class products and new technologies.





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    **Summary:** Christian Idiodi is co-author of *Transformed: Moving to the Product Operating Model* and a contributor to the *Product is Hard* SVPG box set. He is also the author of several influential articles and talks on product management, organizational transformation, racial equity, and leadership, published on SVPG, Mind the Product, and Lenny’s Newsletter. --- ## Books ### 1. **Transformed: Moving to the Product Operating Model** **Authors:** Marty Cagan, Lea Hickman, Christian Idiodi, Chris Jones, Jon Moore **Description:** *Transformed* is a practical guide to helping organizations shift from traditional ways of working to the product operating model used by the world’s top tech companies. Written by SVPG partners, including Christian Idiodi, the book educates readers on what the product operating model is, demonstrates—with case studies—that transformation is possible, and inspires with examples of breakthrough product innovation. It is aimed at senior leaders, executives, product teams, and stakeholders driving change and seeking to compete in an era of rapidly evolving technology. --- ### 2. **Product is Hard: SVPG Box Set** **Authors:** Marty Cagan, Lea Hickman, Christian Idiodi, Chris Jones, Martina Lauchengco, Jon Moore **Description:** This box set includes all four SVPG books: *INSPIRED*, *EMPOWERED*, *LOVED*, and *TRANSFORMED*. Christian Idiodi is credited as a co-author of *TRANSFORMED* and as a contributing SVPG partner. The set offers comprehensive guidance for product teams, leaders, and marketers, sharing lessons from leading product companies and SVPG’s experience.
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    ## Books ### 1. **Transformed: Moving to the Product Operating Model** **Authors:** Marty Cagan, Lea Hickman, Christian Idiodi, Chris Jones, Jon Moore **Publisher:** John Wiley & Sons **Publication Date:** 2024 **ISBN:** 9781394326266 (as part of the SVPG “Product is Hard” box set)[1][5][7] --- ### 2. **Product is Hard: SVPG Box Set** **Authors:** Marty Cagan, Lea Hickman, Christian Idiodi, Chris Jones, Martina Lauchengco, Jon Moore **Publisher:** John Wiley & Sons **Publication Date:** 2024 **ISBN:** 9781394326266
Articles
    ## Articles (selection) ### 1. **Advocating For Racial Equity** **Author:** Christian Idiodi **Platform:** Silicon Valley Product Group (SVPG) **Publication Date:** 2020 **Description:** In this influential article, Christian Idiodi provides actionable guidance for tech companies seeking to address racial inequity. Drawing from his coaching and advisory work, he shares strategies for leaders to foster more just, equitable, and inclusive organizations. The article is intended to spark meaningful dialogue and inspire real change at the leadership level. --- ### 2. **Breaking Down Walls** **Author:** Christian Idiodi **Platform:** Silicon Valley Product Group (SVPG) **Publication Date:** 2021 **Description:** Christian Idiodi reflects on his experience leading transformation at the Merrill Corporation, highlighting the importance of cross-functional partnership and leadership in driving organizational change. The article is both a tribute to a respected colleague and a practical exploration of what it takes to break down silos and achieve successful transformation.