Episode 7 - Getting to Know Your CXOs - Dan Picker, CTO
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Summary
In this episode of On The Edge, host Stephen Brown interviews Dan Picker, a seasoned technology executive with over 30 years of experience. The conversation covers Dan's background, advice for new CTOs, the impact of AI, and memorable experiences. Dan shares insights on leadership, decision-making, and the role of a CTO in driving innovation and collaboration. He emphasizes the importance of integrity and challenging C-level executives to foster new ideas and better outcomes.
Keywords
CTO, technology executive, leadership, decision-making, AI impact, collaboration, innovation, integrity, C-level executives
Takeaways
- The role of a CTO involves driving innovation, collaborating with diverse teams, and leveraging technology to create products that resonate with consumers.
- Integrity and ethical leadership are crucial for building successful teams and driving positive outcomes in challenging situations.
- AI has the potential to elevate business operations, free up time for strategic focus, and uncover non-intuitive correlations in data, leading to better decision-making.
- Challenging C-level executives and fostering open dialogue can lead to the emergence of new ideas and better outcomes, creating a culture of innovation and collaboration.
Titles
- The Role of a CTO in Driving Innovation and Collaboration
- Integrity and Ethical Leadership in Technology Leadership
Sound Bites
- "A CTO and a CTO's office should not be a stranger to risk matrices, which means assessing what are the things that can go wrong and how do we mitigate those things and look at them ahead of time."
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