From Trading Floors to Tech Leadership: Tiranjan's Unique Path

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Ever wondered how a finance professional can revolutionize the tech world? Join us as Tiranjan Bulankulame, founder and CEO of Layer 7 Innovations, reveals his captivating journey from the trading floors of major stock exchanges to the forefront of technological innovation. Tiranjan shares invaluable lessons from his early passion for trading, his transformative work with the London and Colombo Stock Exchanges, and how these experiences fueled his pivot into the tech industry. He opens up about the growth of Layer 7 Innovations, from its initial software services to the creation of groundbreaking products, and the pivotal role of employee retention initiatives like the Employee Share Option Program. Tiranjan's reflections on learning from missteps and valuing team members offer crucial insights for anyone aiming to lead a flourishing tech enterprise.
Experience the personal side of building a global tech company as Tiranjan recounts his life across Chicago, Toronto, and Sri Lanka. Discover the challenges and joys of relocating with family, the irreplaceable value of networking, and how API technology is reshaping collaboration in the software industry. Tiranjan highlights the importance of maintaining personal connections despite frequent moves and underscores his commitment to instilling values of humility and connection to roots in his daughters. This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom, perfect for leaders across all fields seeking to balance professional ambition with personal integrity.

Chapters

1. From Trading Floors to Tech Leadership: Tiranjan's Unique Path (00:00:00)

2. Transformative Leadership in Tech Industry (00:00:10)

3. Building Relationships in the Tech Industry (00:20:34)