“I Like People”—How Dave Alton’s Unconventional Approach Is Transforming Cybersecurity Leadership
When Dave Alton discusses leadership, he doesn’t begin with metrics, organizational charts, or innovation roadmaps. He starts with people — and more specifically, with liking them. It’s an unexpected declaration from a tech executive, especially one as accomplished as Dave, who serves as CTO of Strategic Information Resources and chairs the Global Cybersecurity Task Force […]
From Navy Discipline to Digital Transformation: How Kevin Sturlaugson is Redefining Leadership in the Age of AI
Technology has become the backbone of organizational success, but as innovation accelerates, one thing remains constant: the need for strong, visionary leadership. Few leaders embody this balance better than Kevin Sturlaugson, Associate CIO at the Bureau of Indian Affairs. With over 20 years of experience in federal leadership, including roles at the IRS and the […]
Minimalist Leadership and the Art of Constraints: How David Emerson Builds Elite Tech Teams by Doing Less
In a world obsessed with doing more, faster, and louder, David Emerson takes a radically different approach: do less—but do it with intention. As the Chief Technology Officer at SolCyber Managed Security Services, David embodies a minimalist leadership style rooted in deep strategy, empowered teams, and the hard-won wisdom of building tech organizations from the […]
From Restaurants to Boardrooms: How Marty Smith Redefines Tech Leadership Through Emotional Intelligence and AI Insight
In a world where technology accelerates at breakneck speed, and leadership often equates to pushing metrics and deploying systems, Marty Smith brings a rare and refreshing philosophy to the table—one rooted not in machines but in mindfulness. With a career spanning powerhouse names like Goldman Sachs, LexisNexis, and Home Depot, Marty has held the roles […]
Piercing Through Chaos: How Isaac Martin Is Redefining Leadership and Tech Hiring for the Future
Leadership in the tech world is often romanticized as something you’re born with—an instinct that some people have, while others don’t. It’s an idea that has shaped countless careers and, in many cases, set promising professionals up for failure. Isaac Martin, Acting CTO at Plantbid, believes that mindset is not just wrong—it’s dangerous. “Leadership is […]
From Ego to Empathy: How Eric Fraser’s Leadership Transformation is Shaping the Future of Tech Teams
Eric Fraser, CTO at Dr. Lisa AI and founding chair of the Seattle AI Circle, doesn’t hide behind buzzwords or polished leadership speak. What makes this conversation so compelling is just how unvarnished and unpretentious he is. He openly admits he once pursued leadership for all the wrong reasons—status, salary, and ego. And when he […]
From Code to Culture: How Jason Wilcox Turned Engineering Grit into Global Leadership
What does it take to move from a back-end developer’s world of code and systems to the frontlines of global leadership? For Jason Wilcox, CTO at Source Advisors and the voice behind Your Tech Suite, it meant rewriting his own rules for success—one conversation, one collaboration, one mindset shift at a time. In this powerful […]
How a CTO-Turned-Psychotherapist Is Revolutionizing Tech Leadership: Rebecca Sutter’s Journey from Code to Compassion
In an industry obsessed with speed, disruption, and automation, Rebecca Sutter is charting a different course—one grounded in empathy, stability, and the irreducible value of human insight. As the CTO of the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Rebecca’s four-decade career has spanned the inception of the internet, the rise of Linux, and the […]
Calm, Clarity, and the Courage to Lead: Jacob Ideji on Why Great Leaders Are Dealers in Hope
In a world of accelerating innovation and relentless pressure, leadership often conjures images of decisiveness, speed, and unshakable expertise. But Jacob Ideji, a seasoned tech architect at Cisco and former field CISO, offers a different narrative—one grounded not in bravado but in vulnerability, storytelling, and servant leadership. In a rare and candid interview as part […]
Ann Dunkin on Leadership, Serendipity, and Why Happy Employees Drive Innovation
In today’s fast-paced, hyper-connected world, success often stems from being in the right place at the right time. But for Ann Dunkin—former CIO of the U.S. Department of Energy, current professor at the Georgia Institute of Technology, and a veteran of both public and private sector tech leadership—the truth is more nuanced. In this enlightening […]