Best Chet Kapoor Podcasts (2024)

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Building Tomorrow: Jeff Frick's Take on Startups, AI Governance, and Remote Work 30:43

1d ago30:43

30:43

Join us for a riveting conversation with Jeff Frick, host of "Work 20XX" and "Turn the Lens," as we explore the intersection of entrepreneurship, AI governance, and the future of remote work. Whether you're a startup enthusiast, tech aficionado, or simply curious about the future of work, this episode is packed with thought-provoking ideas and prac…

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Redefining the Silicon Valley Startup with HashiCorp Co-Founder Armon Dadgar 29:11

15d ago29:11

29:11

Armon Dadgar "I love regulation. I think it's great. And people are like, what? Why would you say that? And the reason why I say that is because I think it puts a floor underneath all of us of what do we think good looks like?" "That focus on value, I feel like is going to be a really productive force that brings that together. And since ultimately…

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Akkio's Jon Reilly on Partnering with AI for Better Decision-Making 25:31

1M ago25:31

25:31

In this thought-provoking episode, Akkio Founder Jon Reilly shares his bold prediction for the future of work, stating that generative AI could lead to a 2x efficiency gain across nearly every job and industry within the next three years. Learn how AI-powered tools will help surface critical information and assist in decision-making, ultimately tra…

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A Roadmap to Impactful and Responsible GenAI Adoption with Freshworks CIO 29:02

2M ago29:02

29:02

Join us in this insightful episode as Prasad from Freshworks shares strategies for navigating GenAI implementation with a focus on customer outcomes. From decoding the nuances of reskilling vs. retooling to unraveling the complexities of AI governance, we explore the roadmap to AI adoption. You'll get actionable insights on future trends, developer…

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Breaking Code: How GenAI is Redefining Software Development with Dmitry Shapiro of MindStudio 36:36

4M ago36:36

36:36

Dmitry Shapiro, CEO of MindStudio, shares his story from being born in Russia and coming to the U.S. at nine years old to finding passion in coding and eventually leading teams at Myspace and Google. Dmitry and Chet discuss how generative AI is radically transforming software development and enabling users to be their own app developers, plus the b…

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From POC to Production: Delivering World-Class Customer Service Automation with Raghu Ravinutala of Yellow.ai 21:31

4M ago21:31

21:31

Join us in this episode as we delve into the dynamic world of customer service automation with Raghu Ravinutala, co-founder of Yellow.ai. From developing chips for Nokia to co-founding a company aimed at transforming how customers interact with brands, Raghu shares insights from years of experience in tech. Discover how Yellow.ai navigates the comp…

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Robotics, AI, and Shaping the Future of Industrial Automation with Mel Torrie 25:43

4M ago25:43

25:43

In this episode, Mel Torrie, founder of Autonomous Solutions Inc., discusses his journey from a fascination with robotics to pioneering solutions for industries like farming, construction, and mining. Mel highlights the urgent need for autonomous solutions driven by labor shortages and shares insights into the challenges of deploying AI in safety-c…

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From Microsoft to MLOps: Entrepreneur Diego Oppenheimer on Building and Investing in the Future of AI 27:19

4M ago27:19

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On today’s episode, serial entrepreneur Diego Oppenheimer shares his unique perspective on AI through the lens of his diverse career experiences. Starting as a mechanical engineer, Diego describes the pivotal moment he decided to shift his focus to data and analytics. After 5+ years shipping multi-billion dollar products at Microsoft, he went on to…

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Season 5 Recap: Leadership, Learning, and Execution in the Age of AI 10:09

8M ago10:09

10:09

Inspired Execution host Chet Kapoor recaps Season 5 with six key takeaways for listenersBy Chet Kapoor

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Headcount is Not a Currency: The Essence of People-Centric Leadership with Adobe's Cindy Stoddard 26:39

10M ago26:39

26:39

Cindy Stoddard is the SVP and CIO at Adobe. She has held leadership positions at companies like Safeway and NetApp. With decades of technical expertise, business savvy, and an inclusive people-centric approach, Cindy is a triple threat in the industry. We discuss the importance of empowering people, how to use AI as a co-pilot at work, and what it …

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Innovation Starts with Dreaming: Jeroen Tas on AI, Healthcare, and Delivering Meaningful Outcomes 27:22

10M ago27:22

27:22

Jeroen Tas paved the way in internet banking at Citi, co-founded a leading IT company, and spent more than a decade at Philips driving impact in healthcare. These days, in addition to being a board member and advisor to multiple companies, Jeroen is an avid surfer. He joins the podcast for a fun discussion about innovating with purpose, how AI will…

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Manage Your Time, Coach Your People: A Masterclass in Productivity with Scribe CEO Jennifer Smith 27:04

10M ago27:04

27:04

Jennifer Smith is CEO and co-founder of Scribe. As a consultant early in her career, Jennifer saw tons of organizations struggle to unlock knowledge across teams. So she started Scribe, a productivity tool that helps turn any process into a step-by-step guide. Today we discuss her path from consulting to leadership and the simple question she waite…

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What You Practice Grows Stronger: Bringing Mindfulness and Compassion to the Workplace with Dr. Shauna Shapiro 29:02

10M ago29:02

29:02

Dr. Shauna Shapiro is a psychologist, author, and a professor at Santa Clara University who specializes in mindfulness and self-compassion. When she was studying in Thailand and Nepal, she adopted the mantra, "What you practice grows stronger." You are going to love hearing Shauna's incredible journey and insights on being mindful with technology, …

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From Artisanal Analytics to Industrial AI: A Data Leader's Journey with Shankar Arumugavelu of Verizon 29:44

11M ago29:44

29:44

Shankar Arumugavelu is the Global Chief Digital and Information Officer at Verizon. He has spent almost three decades at Verizon, helping transform the business by harnessing the power of data and driving the adoption of new technologies. In this episode, Shankar shares his perspective on how to make data an enterprise asset, transitioning from art…

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Beyond the Balance Sheet: Decoding Mission-Driven Leadership with Multi-Unicorn Founder Jyoti Bansal 25:14

11M ago25:14

25:14

Jyoti Bansal is not your average Silicon Valley visionary. He's a founder, entrepreneur, and investor, who sold his first company to Cisco for $3.7 billion. Today he runs 3 companies at the same time, including Harness, which is valued at $3.7 billion (there's that number again)! Today, Jyoti shares his journey to building multiple unicorns, tips f…

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Act Small: The Key to Growing Durable Companies & Communities with M.R. Rangaswami 24:18

11M ago24:18

24:18

M. R. Rangaswami started one of the first angel investments firms when he bought the sandhill.com domain for $20 in 1997. In addition to being a founding father of Silicon Valley, M. R. is a passionate philanthropist. His nonprofit brings together Indian leaders to drive positive social change. On this episode, we talk about the benefits of acting …

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Driving Business Outcomes in the Age of Knowledge with Marco Argenti of Goldman Sachs 26:13

11M ago26:13

26:13

Marco Argenti is the CIO at Goldman Sachs. After spending 6 years as a VP at Amazon, Marco joined Goldman to lead the team through a massive digital transformation. His unique approach to driving change includes building with purpose, working backwards from the customer, and driving business outcomes. We talk about all of this, as well as the impor…

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Creating a Data-Driven Culture with Mark Nelson: You Can't Buy It, You Have to Build It 21:33

12M ago21:33

21:33

Today we are joined by a tech industry OG, Mark Nelson. Mark started programming computers at seven years old, and his first job was writing software for 911. He turned his childhood hobby into an incredible career, working AT&T, SAP, Oracle, and most recently Tableau. Mark shares his best tips for building a data-driven culture, using data to tell…

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Asynchronous Work in the Age of AI with Cisco's Jeetu Patel 23:09

12M ago23:09

23:09

Jeetu Patel is the EVP and GM of Security and Collaboration at Cisco. On today's episode, he shares actionable tips for asynchronous collaboration (hint: video communication is key!), how AI is changing the way we work, and so much more.By Chet Kapoor

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Introducing Season 5: Execution in Action 2:03

12M ago2:03

2:03

Inspired Execution host Chet Kapoor kicks off Season 5 of the podcast with a quick refresh on topics discussed, upcoming guests, and exciting new segments!By Chet Kapoor

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From Building a Team of Leonardo Da Vincis to Solving Intergalactic Problems: Learnings from Season 4 6:15

1+ y ago6:15

6:15

Host Chet Kapoor shares his favorite moments and learnings from Season 4 of Inspired Execution. Thanks for listening!By Chet Kapoor

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The Rise of Machines: The Not-So-Scary Future of AI and Automation with Hussein Mehanna of Cruise 22:38

1+ y ago22:38

22:38

In this episode, we are joined by Hussein Mehanna, Head of AI and ML at Cruise. He’s helping build the future of transportation with the world’s first self-driving car. Today we discuss his most impactful experiences, his unpopular opinions about AI, and what the future of autonomous vehicles looks like.…

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From Business to Baseball: Leadership Lessons in Fair Play with Bill Neukom 25:50

1+ y ago25:50

25:50

Today, we hear from the Co-Founder and CEO of the World Justice Project. Bill dominated in his field as a lead lawyer for Microsoft for almost 25 years before serving as Managing Partner for the San Francisco Giants. Now, he runs his own company with the mission to promote the rule of law throughout the world. Tune in to hear Bill’s nuggets of wisd…

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Solving Intergalactic Problems and Planning for Sustainable Growth with Okta’s CTO 17:01

1+ y ago17:01

17:01

Today, we are joined by Sagnik Nandy, CTO and President of Technology at Okta, the world’s #1 identity platform. After spending fifteen years at Google, Sagnik transitioned to Okta and turned his focus to identity management and keeping us all safe in the digital world. He joins the show to talk about what it takes to build scalable products, how t…

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Building a Team of Leonardo da Vincis with Mastercard CMO Raja Rajamannar 30:08

1+ y ago30:08

30:08

In this episode, we are joined by one of the brightest minds in marketing, Raja Rajamannar. He is the CMO & CCO of Mastercard, as well as President of their Healthcare Business. For more than 30 years, Raja has influenced large enterprises across the globe with brands like Unilever, Citi, and now Mastercard. You can read all about his fresh perspec…

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Hacking your Emotions & Communicating in the Time of High Stakes with Jennifer Edwards 19:53

2y ago19:53

19:53

Jennifer Edwards is a founder, author, and professional coach whose recently published book, Bridge the Gap, is named by Forbes as a must-read business book in 2022. She shares tips for overcoming Zoom fatigue and forming connections in our digital world, how to communicate in times of high stakes, and so much more.…

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Knowing When to Take a Risk and When to Opt Out with Kelly Battles 24:24

2y ago24:24

24:24

Today, we are joined by Kelly Battles, a seasoned CFO and board member for many enterprises at the forefront of innovation. From an education at Princeton and Harvard to changing the world one board seat at a time, Kelly knows what it takes to lead teams and scale businesses. Tune in to hear her practical and tactical advice for finding work-life b…

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How a Vogue Hopeful Became a Tech Executive with Elizabeth Hunter 20:18

2y ago20:18

20:18

Today we hear from Elizabeth Hunter, Former SVP of Technology at T-Mobile and advocate for diversity and inclusion. A Vogue hopeful turned telecom expert, Elizabeth shares how success doesn’t always come from climbing only one ladder, tips for creating a culture of belonging, and how to tap into your resilience through periods of change.…

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Bringing Disruptive Software to the Bazaar with PacketFabric's Anna Claiborne & Dave Ward 21:42

2y ago21:42

21:42

Today, we hear from Anna Claiborne and Dave Ward of PacketFabric. Anna co-founded the company in 2015 and currently serves as CTO and CPO. Dave joined PacketFabric as CEO in 2020. Listen as they discuss why a business is only as strong as its network, how to trust yourself through your journey, and lots more!…

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Creating A Safer Internet One Hacker at a Time with Marten Mickos of HackerOne 33:40

2y ago33:40

33:40

Today, we hear from HackerOne CEO Marten Mickos, who is on a mission to create a safer internet. From his humble beginnings in Finland to his meteoric rise in the U.S., Marten offers advice for aspiring leaders and how to embrace pain and suffering in order to grow. We also learn about technical physics and the importance of security and privacy in…

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Mastering the Art of Rejection and Making People Remarkable with Guy Kawasaki 20:04

2y ago20:04

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Today, we hear from Guy Kawasaki, Chief Evangelist of Canva and a venture capitalist whose investments are known for turning everything into gold. He is also a New York Times bestselling author and the host of his own podcast, Remarkable People. Guy explains the importance of learning how to handle rejection, the difference between sales and evange…

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Inspired Execution Trailer 1:59

2y ago1:59

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Enjoy the journey and don’t be afraid to bet on yourself: Season 3 Recap with Chet Kapoor 6:44

2+ y ago6:44

6:44

Inspired Execution host Chet Kapoor recaps Season 3, focusing on themes and key takeaways from each episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Chet Kapoor

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Orion Pictures President on authentic storytelling, active listening, and recognizing your unconscious biases 28:30

2+ y ago28:30

28:30

Alana Mayo is the President of Orion Pictures, a division of MGM that's dedicated to underrepresented voices and authentic storytelling in film. For as long as she can remember, Alana has always loved engaging with narrative storytelling. Even as a child, she came up with plays based on the American Girl dolls for her friends to perform. Now, Alana…

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U.S. Bank CIO on having the willingness to fail and harnessing the power of simplicity & scale 19:18

2+ y ago19:18

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Dilip Venkatachari, CIO at U.S. Bank, is a technology executive, entrepreneur, and board member. He has a diverse set of experiences, from starting two companies of his own to leading at large enterprises like Goldman Sachs and McKinsey. In this episode, Dilip shares how focusing on people and purpose has helped him navigate many different roles, h…

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Jim Baum on mastering execution and turning your weakness into your superpower 27:10

2+ y ago27:10

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Jim Baum is a technology executive with over thirty years of experience. From starting his first business called Mr. Tree to “growing up” at Parametric Technology to taking Netezza through IPO, Jim is a master at executing thoughtfully with speed. Today he shares the steps to building a successful team, the biggest mistake companies make with regar…

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Google Cloud's Global Director of Healthcare Solutions on making customers your product managers & turning your passion into your profession 22:56

2+ y ago22:56

22:56

Aashima Gupta is the Director of Healthcare Solutions at Google Cloud. She started out as a programmer in the finance industry and later found her calling in healthcare at Kaiser Permanente. Today, Aashima shares how Google Cloud is helping providers meet their patients with the right information at the right time, the importance of taking an outsi…

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Adobe CTO & CPO on building relationships, enabling creativity for all, and three lessons learned from moving to the cloud 27:20

2+ y ago27:20

27:20

Joining the podcast today is Abhay Parasnis, CTO and CPO at Adobe. The common thread throughout his impressive career is a deep passion for technology, products, and building new things. Abhay shares why career journeys are not a straight line, how Adobe is helping enable self-expression for all, three lessons learned from becoming a cloud company,…

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Persistent Founder and CEO on empowering entrepreneurs and using data for real-time decision-making 23:45

2+ y ago23:45

23:45

For the first time ever on IEP, we are featuring two guests in one episode! Anand Deshpande is the Founder, Chairman, & Managing Director of Persistent Systems, a 30+ year organization focused on digital engineering and enterprise modernization. He also runs a nonprofit that helps entrepreneurs find success. Sandeep Kalra is Persistent’s CEO & Exe…

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Asana CPO on the science of human-centered design and disruptive innovation 21:57

2+ y ago21:57

21:57

Alex Hood, CPO of Asana, has been intrigued by consumer behavior since starting his career in the stock market. He shares how this interest led him to adopt human-centered design as a product-building methodology and how he leans on it at Asana for scale. Alex also discusses why disruption is freeing, how he stays productive, the key ingredients ne…

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Inspired Execution Season 3: Build your own Playbook for Success 3:30

2+ y ago3:30

3:30

Chet Kapoor kicks off the newest season of Inspired Execution with an introduction to his Inspired Leadership Principles, which will help guide the conversations with our awesome guests. Follow along with Season 3 and use the insights from each episode to build your own playbook for success. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Customers, Culture, and Connection: Season 2 Recap with Chet Kapoor 6:13

3y ago6:13

6:13

Another season of Inspired Execution is in the books! After 11 phenomenal conversations, DataStax Chairman and CEO Chet Kapoor wraps up season two with the top takeaways and lessons learned. This episode highlights the greatest moments from: Cisco, Wells Fargo, DBS Group, PayPal, Macquarie Group, Goldman Sachs, iHeartMedia, Wiley, Verizon, and Micr…

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Thriving Communities: How Diversity, Inclusion, and Resilience Drive Significant Impact with Microsoft’s COO of Cloud & AI 27:16

3y ago27:16

27:16

Charlotte Yarkoni, COO of Cloud and AI at Microsoft, started her career as an engineer and grew to a variety of leadership roles at companies like AT&T, VMware and EMC. Today, she shares how she's facilitating the customer journey across multiple products at Microsoft, the role diversity and inclusion play in creating thriving communities, and what…

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Don't Just Be Better, Be Memorable: Building a Multi-Product Platform with Cisco's SVP & GM of Security & Collaboration 29:34

3y ago29:34

29:34

Jeetu Patel, SVP and General Manager of Cisco's Security and Collaboration Division, walks us through building and delivering a multi-product platform. He also discusses how to stay energized throughout the week, his vision for the future of work, and the power of compounding value. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Opinions are Inside, Facts are Outside: Listening to the Customer with Verizon's SVP of Platforms & Infrastructure 23:27

3y ago23:27

23:27

Greg Sly, SVP of Platforms and Infrastructure at Verizon, has nearly three decades of experience driving innovation and operational efficiencies for organizations. In this episode, he talks about maintaining employee morale during times of change, delivering an experience the customer wants and learning how to listen to others. Greg also shares wha…

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A Learning Experience without Limits: Wiley EVP & CTO on Transforming Education with AI & ML 14:52

3y ago14:52

14:52

Aref Matin, EVP and CTO at Wiley, explains how the company is leveraging AI and ML to transform the education experience for students and teachers. He also talks about patience, failure, and the Winston Churchill quotes that inspire him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Chet Kapoor

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Keep your Finger on the Pulse: Problem-Solving & Podcasting with Global CIO of iHeartMedia 14:46

3y ago14:46

14:46

Steve Mills, Global CIO at iHeartMedia, discusses the importance of cross-collaboration, how software helps broaden employees’ bandwidth for creativity, and why you should build a strong network early in your career. He also reveals the key element that all the best podcasts have in common. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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“A Letter to My Younger Self” with Goldman Sachs Global Head of Transaction Banking 18:19

3y ago18:19

18:19

Hari Moorthy, Global Head of Transaction Banking at Goldman Sachs, explains how he’s utilizing data and technology to reimagine a traditional industry. Leading with vision and conviction, he built a 350-person team in just 18 months. Hari also shares excerpts from a letter he wrote to his younger self. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform…

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Data is the New Plutonium: A Conversation with Macquarie’s Chief Digital Officer 20:43

3y ago20:43

20:43

Luis Uguina, Chief Digital Officer of Macquarie, shares how his passion for digital technology and delivering the customer experience have shaped his 25-year-long journey in banking. He talks us through his approach to digital transformation and explains why “data is the new plutonium.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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What you Don’t Know Helps you Grow: Life-Long Learning with PayPal’s EVP & CTO 22:37

3y ago22:37

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Sri Shivananda, EVP and CTO of PayPal, discusses how having a shared purpose leads to aligned execution across teams. He talks about the three things that help bridge the skills gap, and urges us to always seek new knowledge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Chet Kapoor

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