In this powerful episode of Executive Success, host Lesley Everett welcomes global IT leader Penny Philpot to explore how early, unconventional experiences can shape exceptional executive leadership. From teaching kayaking as a teenager to leading multi billion dollar partner ecosystems at companies like Oracle, Microsoft, Cisco, Palo Alto Networks, and Red Hat, Penny shares how responsibility, empathy, and trust became the foundation of her leadership style long before she entered the corporate world.

This episode highlights the importance of emotional intelligence, stakeholder management, and inclusive leadership in today’s complex business environments.