February 24, 2026

Ep. 50 – Love at First Collaboration: Secrets of Building Tech Alliances

14 minutes

Roses are red, partnerships are great, but TRUE tech alliances will seal your fate. Even though Valentine's Day has passed, who can’t use some relationship advice?

Welcome to The STEMINISTS Podcast, where hosts Phoebe Goh and Mekka Williams prove it's not just romance that calls for commitment. A thriving alliance can shape the future of your enterprise tech. In this episode, sit in on their sharp, spirited chat with Jennifer Edgell, Global Alliance Director for Cisco at NetApp, and hear what it really takes to build trust, keep your mission aligned, and make innovation stick. You'll walk away with actionable lessons on collaboration, customer focus, and how the smartest in tech turn partnerships into powerhouses.

Here is what you can expect to learn this episode:

How to define and nurture alliances that go beyond typical partnerships

The secrets to building trust and maintaining open, honest communication

Why a shared mission and measurable goals are critical for success

Tips on balancing collaboration with healthy competition (“coopetition”)

Ways to keep innovation at the heart of a long-term alliance

Practical advice for ensuring customer needs always come first

How to create solutions that adapt and stay relevant in a fast-moving tech world

Whether you are a tech veteran looking for relationship advice or just starting your journey and want to stay "cool and current," this is your source for professional development and industry trends.

Team up with the best: https://www.netapp.com/alliances/

Connect with us!

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferjedgell/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mekkacodes/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/phoebegoh/

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By Phoebe Goh and Mekka Williams

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