How does CPO differ from founder?

CPO (Chief Product Officer) and founder are different roles with different functions and responsibilities.

• Founder is the person who created the company, initiated its launch. They are responsible for shaping the business vision, attracting investments, strategic development, and often participate in all aspects of the company.

• CPO is the leader responsible for product strategy and product development. Their task is to determine what products to create, how to improve them to bring maximum value to customers and the business.

In startups, the founder may combine the role of CPO, but in large companies, these roles are separated. The founder focuses on the overall development of the company, while the CPO focuses on the product and its lifecycle.