Talk Synopsis

Most developers think about their work in the wrong terms, focusing on tech stacks and ticket completion instead of outcomes and value. As a developer-turned–product manager–turned–developer again, I’ll share the mindset shift that can accelerate your career: how to solve the right problems, steer scope with influence, and talk about your work in a way that opens doors.

Speaker Bio

Michael Johnsey is the Technical Lead at Change Research, a public benefit corporation committed to making high-quality public opinion research accessible to forward-thinking campaigns and causes through new technologies. With over a decade of experience in software development and product management, Michael has built and led teams across the telecommunications, healthcare, and civic tech sectors. Prior to joining Change Research in 2022, he held roles at companies including Ookla and RevSpring. A lifelong Memphian, he lives in the area with his wife and their Toy Poodle.