> what should I expect ? Expect two peers talking shop about the industry. Most likely it will be surface level stuff. Be prepared if conversation goes deep.

> what should I expect ? Expect two peers talking shop about the industry. Most likely it will be surface level stuff. Be prepared if conversation goes deep. A lot of guys like the informality of coffee chats hoping to foster a more genial conversation. Expect that he is going to size you up on potential cultural/team fit. You can craft a great meeting by expressing genuine interest in him as an individual. Read his profile, look for points of connection. Ask: What were the attractors for him to join the company? What are some of the priorities he's facing now? Where are they struggling?