“Fire with Joy”: How Kevin Surace Turns Layoffs, Bugs, and Boardrooms into Success Stories
In Silicon Valley’s high-stakes world, where innovation often burns fast and leadership burnout comes even quicker, it’s rare to find a revolutionary and refreshingly human voice. Enter Kevin Surace. He’s not just the CTO of Appvance—a company pioneering the use of generative AI to transform software quality assurance—he’s also the celebrated “father of the AI […]
Leading with Understanding: Greg Taffet’s Blueprint for Innovation and Team Success
Leadership is more than just executing tasks—it’s about understanding the “why” behind every decision. This principle has been the cornerstone of his success for Greg Taffet, the fractional CIO of Ceres Environmental Services. With an extensive background in technology leadership, Greg has developed a keen ability to align business objectives with IT strategies, ensuring that […]
The Apprenticeship Mindset: How Carrie Goetz is Redefining Tech Leadership
Few voices resonate as powerfully as Carrie Goetz’s in the ever-evolving landscape of technology and leadership. As the CTO of StrategITcom, an accomplished author, and a sought-after keynote speaker, Carrie has spent decades pioneering strategies that blend technical expertise with human-centric leadership. Her latest book, Polly Packett’s Precious Payload, All Smiles to the Data Center, […]
The Leadership Secrets of a Cybersecurity Veteran: Bill Kintz on Trust, Teamwork, and a Bias for Action
In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, effective leadership in cybersecurity is more crucial than ever. Few individuals understand this better than Bill Kintz, CEO of Cayo Loco Consulting. With an impressive career spanning executive roles in the United States Coast Guard and the private sector, Bill has honed a leadership philosophy rooted in trust, collaboration, and […]
Leadership in Action: How Kassim Chaudry Champions Ownership and Adaptability in Tech
Leadership is more than a title—it’s about taking ownership, fostering trust, and maintaining adaptability in an ever-evolving industry. Kassim Chaudry, director of a consulting firm specializing in AI-driven marketing strategies, has spent his career refining his leadership philosophy. His journey from CTO to consulting expert has reinforced a powerful truth: most management challenges stem from […]
From Rock Bottom to CIO Excellence: How Antonio Marin Leads with Innovation and Heart
A Journey of Resilience and Leadership: The Story of Antonio Marin In the ever-evolving world of technology and innovation, leadership is often shaped by experience—both good and bad. Few embody this truth more than Antonio Marin, the CIO of US Med-Equip and a two-time CIO 100 Award winner. His story is not merely one of […]
The Secret to Success? Leadership Lessons from a Cybersecurity Trailblazer – Tom Scott Reveals All!
Unlocking Leadership in Cybersecurity: Lessons from Tom Scott In today’s digital landscape, effective leadership is just as crucial as technical expertise in cybersecurity. In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Tom Scott, the founder of Cyber Sherpas and a veteran of cyber leadership. With decades of experience—from serving on advisory boards to working with […]
Extreme Ownership, Bold Vision, and AI Foresight: How Fernando Higuera is Redefining Tech Leadership
In a world where technology evolves at breakneck speed and artificial intelligence reshapes entire industries, leadership is no longer about keeping up but staying ahead. Few embody this forward-thinking leadership better than Fernando Higuera, CTO of HDR Industrial Surplus, a company innovating in an unexpected space: buying and selling surplus equipment. But don’t let the […]
Lead Like a Learner: How Abhishek Sinha Builds Success Through Humility, Curiosity, and the Power of Rejection
In a world driven by quarterly returns and relentless disruption, it’s rare to encounter a leader whose strength lies in strategy and reflection. Abhishek Sinha—CEO and CIO of Nelumbium Capital—isn’t your typical tech or finance executive. He’s an innovator, yes, a technologist. But at his core, Abhishek is a philosopher of leadership who believes in […]
From CIO to Innovation Architect: How David LaRue Is Building Tech Leaders Who Think Beyond the Code
In the ever-evolving world of business and technology, the line between innovation and execution is blurring faster than ever. But while many tech leaders double down on technical prowess, David LaRue believes the true differentiator lies elsewhere—in self-awareness, mentorship, and understanding how people, not just platforms, shape success. As the founder of IQ4Hire, LaRue brings […]