Chief in Tech Deep Dive Shortcast

Success rarely follows a straight path. So how do leaders overcome adversity, build resilience, and continue moving forward toward their goals? In this Chief in Tech Deep Dive session, Beth Leonard (Chief Operating Officer, R3) shares her powerful journey—from single motherhood and homelessness to building a successful career in IT, cybersecurity, and compliance and ultimately reaching the C-suite...

In today’s rapidly evolving tech landscape, strong leadership requires more than strategy—it requires courage. How do leaders align teams, foster trust, and build cultures where integrity drives performance? In this Chief in Tech Deep Dive session , Deirdre Sommerkamp (Founder & CEO, SOMMERKAMP) explores how courageous leadership transforms organizations by creating clarity, accountability, an...

Artificial intelligence is reshaping asset management as firms navigate margin pressure, operational complexity, and the ongoing search for alpha. In this Chief in Tech Deep Dive session, Neha Singh (Head of AI Enablement, PGIM), Jeannette Martin (Advisory Client Partner, Deloitte), Laura Mosley (SVP - Security Policy Governance & Assessments Director, PNC), and moderator Vandana Khanna (VP, D...

Uncertainty has become the new constant in today’s tech landscape. So how do leaders continue to innovate, inspire, and deliver impact through volatility? In this Chief in Tech Deep Dive session, Raji Subramanian (Co-Founder & CEO, Stealth AI Startup) and Heather (VP of Engineering, Quandri) share how leaders can navigate transformation while staying grounded in vision and customer value. From...

Traditional networking can feel transactional and exhausting. But what if there’s a better way? In this Chief in Tech Deep Dive session, Reetal Pai (EVP & CIO, Teichert) , Sushma Sanketh (Associate Director of Information Technology, Dow) , Laura Mosley (Data & Analytics Literacy Program Leader, Dow) , and Shirish Lamichhane (COE Consultant, People Analytics & Talent Insights, Dow) sha...

As AI reshapes how content is created, shared, and consumed, the line between human and machine-generated interactions is becoming increasingly blurred. In this timely session, Daniela Barbosa, General Manager of Decentralized Technologies at the Linux Foundation and Executive Director of LF Decentralized Trust , explores how we build trust in an era defined by generative AI, deepfakes, and autono...

What does it take to evolve a company’s culture while scaling from startup to global enterprise? In this Chief in Tech session, Kate Prouty, Chief Information Officer of Akamai Technologies , shares lessons from her 25-year journey helping transform Akamai from a fast-paced dot-com startup into a multi-billion-dollar cloud and security leader. Kate reflects on how organizations must mature, how le...

What does it truly take to build an inclusive, high-performing workplace in today’s technology landscape? In this Chief in Tech session, Judy Dinn , Chief Information Officer at TMX Group, shares powerful insights from over 25 years in technology leadership. Drawing from her experience across major financial institutions, Judy explores how diversity, empathy, and balance are not just values, but s...

Gen Z has ushered in a new era of the multigenerational workforce. As organizations navigate shifting perspectives on work, communication, and culture, leaders must find new ways to foster unity across five generations. In this Chief in Tech session, Anneliese Olson , President, Imaging, Printing and Solutions at HP, and Marah Edelen , Former Director, US Print and Supplies Inside Sales at HP, sha...

Fear shows up at every stage of leadership, but courage determines how far we go. In this powerful Chief in Tech session, Lakecia Gunter, Independent Board Director at IDEX Corporation, shares how leaders can overcome fear, make bold decisions, and lead innovation with confidence in fast-changing tech environments. Drawing from her journey across multi-billion-dollar businesses, AI-driven transfor...

AI is no longer experimental—it’s operational, strategic, and reshaping how businesses lead and scale. In this session, Linda Yao , VP and General Manager, Hybrid Cloud & AI Solutions at Lenovo Solutions & Services Group, and Poonam Garg , VP at U.S. Bank, share real-world insights on turning AI ambition into business impact. Key discussion points include: Why AI adoption must be practical...

From moving to the U.S. to leading digital transformation at one of the world’s largest healthcare technology companies, Rashmi Kumar , SVP & CIO of Medtronic, shares her journey to the C-suite and the leadership lessons learned along the way. In this episode, we explore: Taking bold career risks and stepping outside comfort zones Driving digital transformation with purpose and business impact...

AI is reshaping enterprise strategy, cybersecurity, and the very nature of leadership—often all at once. In this Chief in Tech session, senior technology leaders share candid perspectives on navigating constant change in a rapidly evolving tech landscape. In this Chief in Tech episode, senior executives Alvina Antar , Chief Digital Officer at F5; Meerah Rajavel , CIO at Palo Alto Networks; Sharon...

As artificial intelligence reshapes enterprise systems and accelerates threat evolution, technology leaders are navigating a defining moment—where innovation, ethics, and cybersecurity intersect. In this Chief in Tech session, Aysha Khan (CISO & CIO, Treasure Data), Bhawna Singh (CTO, Customer Identity, Okta), and Stephanie Domas (CISO, Canonical) join a forward-looking discussion moderated by...

From the Bench to the Boardroom: Lessons from Leslie Vander Baan on Resilience, Risk, and Reinvention in Tech What does it really take to navigate uncertainty, setbacks, and reinvention in a tech career? In this episode, we hear a candid and deeply personal journey through entrepreneurship, career pivots, and the emotional realities of building, losing, and rebuilding in the tech industry. From bl...

Inward to Upward: Lessons from Aysha Khan on Leadership, Clarity, and Redefining Success What does it take to lead with intention and find fulfillment in both work and life? In this episode, we explore the transformative leadership philosophy of Aysha Khan , Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Treasure Data. Drawing on over 20 years of experience at For...

This podcast is based on a session at the Chief in Tech Summit , a conference focused on the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies on businesses. Linda Yao, a Chief Operating Officer and Vice President for AI Solutions & Services at Lenovo , discusses the use of AI and how businesses can effectively implement and scale it. She highlights the importance of building a...

The podcast is based on the keynote presentations from the Chief in Tech Summit on the exciting future of AI and quantum computing, specifically their convergence. Dr. Kristin M. Gilkes, Global Quantum Leader at EY , discusses the revolutionary potential of this synergy in various industries, highlighting its impacts on cybersecurity, healthcare, and finance. She emphasises the importance of under...

This podcast is based on the Chief in Tech Summit insights from Kate Prouty, the Chief Information Officer of Akamai Technologies, on how to be an organizational change maker. Prouty, having witnessed Akamai’s transformation from a start-up to a global tech giant, emphasises the importance of embracing change and fostering a growth mindset. She shares her experiences in navigating cultural shifts...

In this episode of Chief in Tech Deep Dive, we hear about the Chief in Tech Summit panel discussion of three Chief Technology Officers at the forefront of AI adoption: Fiona Tan of Wayfair, Michelle Grover of Slalom, and Sheila Jordan of Honeywell . They share their insights on how they are using AI to drive business value, from enhancing customer experience to optimising internal operations. The...

This mini episode is based on a panel discussion at the Chief in Tech Summit 2023 on emerging technologies and business strategy, featuring Chief Information Officers (CIOs) from various industries. The panelists discuss the impact of cloud technology on business, highlighting its role in accelerating innovation and enabling companies to leapfrog ahead of competitors. The conversation then moves t...