Learn from industry experts to gain skills to validate concepts, fund product development and build innovative and sustainable products customers love

We empower you to put theory into practice and become a change-creator, a disrupter, and an innovator by helping you apply rigorous research, testing and experimentation methods to uncover insights to develop products and services that matter and get it funded by grants—bought to you by Sharp Insight.

Product in Practice

Product in Practice provides much-needed skills to empower you and your team with the tools and frameworks necessary to navigate innovation - from ideation and validation to product launch and innovation - and how to put these into practice.

  • Female Techpreneur

    “We would like to express our gratitude for your excellent delivery of the Product Research/Ideation session. The insights and experiences you shared with our female founders were truly valuable, and we appreciate the effort you put into making it an informative and engaging session.”

  • Martynas Verbusaitis, UX Designer

    “My mentoring session with Chloe was incredibly enlightening. Her depth of knowledge in UX research, combined with her practical experience provided me with actionable insights that I could immediately apply to my job search. Chloe was not only generous with her advice but also skillfully guided me to identify opportunities for growth and innovation within my work.”

  • Natalie Kerres, Founder

    “Dr Chloe Sharp has mentored me for 12 months through the Innovate UK Women in Innovation Award. Her advice, time, and support have been instrumental in helping both me and my company achieve significant milestones. With her expert insights, extensive network, and practical frameworks, I reached the finals of various competitions and awards, secured additional funding, and learned to balance my workload effectively. Chloe has consistently adapted to my needs during our sessions, whether as an advisor, sparring partner, silent listener, or friend.”

  • Saba Riaz, LeafyColl

    “Grant Funding Fundamentals was a game-changer for me. The course offered clear, actionable insights that took the mystery out of the grant application process. Each session was packed with practical advice, examples, and resources that made the complex world of grant writing feel accessible and manageable. I left feeling confident and equipped with the tools needed to approach grant funding strategically. I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to improve their grant writing skills and maximise their chances of success!”

  • Ana Silva, Replica Biomaterials

    “I found the tips in the Grant Funding Fundamentals online course and workshops to be incredibly practical. The guidance was immediately applicable, helping me feel far more prepared to build a grant strategy. I now have a clear understanding of what is needed for opportunities like the Smart Grant, which had previously felt overwhelming. I highly recommend this workshop to anyone looking to strengthen their approach to grant writing and boost their confidence in navigating funding applications.”

Who is Product in Practice for?

  • Elevate your UX design with our specialised training in user research. Learn techniques to understand user needs, test design solutions, and create exceptional user experiences so you can confidently design with data-driven insights.

  • Gain the research skills needed to innovate and lead your business to success. Our programme for founders covers everything from market research to product validation, equipping you with the tools to make informed, strategic decisions that drive growth.

  • Achieve product management goals through our comprehensive research training. Learn to validate product ideas, understand market demands, and make decisions backed by solid evidence. Our programme prepares you to lead product innovation with confidence.

  • Enhance brand and marketing strategies with our evidence-based approach. Learn how to conduct and leverage research to create compelling campaigns, understand your audience, and measure the impact of your efforts. Our training helps you build strong, data-informed brands.

For those feeling overwhelmed by all the product frameworks out there and don’t know where to start

We’ve all seen on LinkedIn the number of frameworks shared, from Product Market Fit to prioritisation. This is well and good, but what works in one environment won’t always work the same in another. This podcast deep dives into how product theory is put into practice, from Lean Startup to Agile, across the whole product development process.