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Get In the Game, See Patterns and Change The Game with Jose Avalos
Dive into this episode of The Future of Human Experience as Eric Rodriguez sits down with Jose Avalos, a trailblazing executive and mentor, to explore what it really means to "get in the game," build a meaningful legacy, and lead with purpose in a rapidly evolving world. Jose shares powerful lessons from his decades-long career in tech, including how he became the first Mexican-born VP at a global tech giant, and how his cultural roots shaped his leadership style. |In this episode:
✔️ Jose Avalos’s journey from immigrant beginnings to executive leadership
✔️ Why hard work alone isn’t enough — and what really drives success
✔️ How to adapt cultural and family DNA to thrive in corporate spaces
✔️ Practical insights for underrepresented professionals in tech and beyond
✔️ The power of mentorship, learning, and planting seeds for others
Subscribe for more conversations with leaders shaping the future of work, innovation, and the human experience.
00:00 "Jose's Journey to Tech Leadership" 05:43 Preparing Next Generation for AI Future 09:06 From Disappointment to Proactive Engagement 11:18 "First Mexican VP: Breaking Barriers" 15:09 Strategic Career Navigation Advice 18:25 "Billion-Dollar Digital Signage Success" 21:51 "Open Doors for Others" 25:41 Nurturing Leadership and Career Growth 28:59 Harvard Program Transformed My Approach 32:48 Life's Lessons and Parental Grace
ABOUT ERIC J. RODRIGUEZ
Eric J. Rodriguez is a keynote speaker, innovation strategist, and host of "The Future of Human Experience" podcast. Drawing from his journey as a former corporate leader at Intel and now an entrepreneur, Eric challenges organizations to lead boldly through uncertainty, change, and disruption.
His work centers on the ACT Framework, a simple yet powerful model that helps leaders and teams navigate innovation by learning to Adapt, Connect, and Translate in real-time.
Through his talks, interviews, and storytelling, Eric empowers audiences to embrace complexity, unlock human potential, and take action in a world that’s changing faster than ever.
WORK WITH ERIC
Ready to inspire your team or event audience? Book Eric for keynotes, workshops, or strategy sessions:
🌐 [www.ericjrodriguez.com](https://www.ericjrodriguez.com)
🎥 Watch Eric’s Speaker Reel:
[https://youtu.be/5LyD2nfaeMs](https://youtu.be/5LyD2nfaeMs?si=mkX4tF9gymQs7_Zo)
FOLLOW & CONNECT
🎙️ Listen to The Future of Human Experience on your favorite podcast platform
🔗 LinkedIn: [linkedin.com/in/ejrodriguez](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ejrodriguez/)
📸 Instagram: [@eric.j.rodriguez](https://www.instagram.com/eric.j.rodriguez/)
✖ X (Twitter): [@ERodrigz](https://x.com/ERodrigz)
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By Eric J RodriguezDive into this episode of The Future of Human Experience as Eric Rodriguez sits down with Jose Avalos, a trailblazing executive and mentor, to explore what it really means to "get in the game," build a meaningful legacy, and lead with purpose in a rapidly evolving world. Jose shares powerful lessons from his decades-long career in tech, including how he became the first Mexican-born VP at a global tech giant, and how his cultural roots shaped his leadership style. |In this episode:
✔️ Jose Avalos’s journey from immigrant beginnings to executive leadership
✔️ Why hard work alone isn’t enough — and what really drives success
✔️ How to adapt cultural and family DNA to thrive in corporate spaces
✔️ Practical insights for underrepresented professionals in tech and beyond
✔️ The power of mentorship, learning, and planting seeds for others
Subscribe for more conversations with leaders shaping the future of work, innovation, and the human experience.
00:00 "Jose's Journey to Tech Leadership" 05:43 Preparing Next Generation for AI Future 09:06 From Disappointment to Proactive Engagement 11:18 "First Mexican VP: Breaking Barriers" 15:09 Strategic Career Navigation Advice 18:25 "Billion-Dollar Digital Signage Success" 21:51 "Open Doors for Others" 25:41 Nurturing Leadership and Career Growth 28:59 Harvard Program Transformed My Approach 32:48 Life's Lessons and Parental Grace
ABOUT ERIC J. RODRIGUEZ
Eric J. Rodriguez is a keynote speaker, innovation strategist, and host of "The Future of Human Experience" podcast. Drawing from his journey as a former corporate leader at Intel and now an entrepreneur, Eric challenges organizations to lead boldly through uncertainty, change, and disruption.
His work centers on the ACT Framework, a simple yet powerful model that helps leaders and teams navigate innovation by learning to Adapt, Connect, and Translate in real-time.
Through his talks, interviews, and storytelling, Eric empowers audiences to embrace complexity, unlock human potential, and take action in a world that’s changing faster than ever.
WORK WITH ERIC
Ready to inspire your team or event audience? Book Eric for keynotes, workshops, or strategy sessions:
🌐 [www.ericjrodriguez.com](https://www.ericjrodriguez.com)
🎥 Watch Eric’s Speaker Reel:
[https://youtu.be/5LyD2nfaeMs](https://youtu.be/5LyD2nfaeMs?si=mkX4tF9gymQs7_Zo)
FOLLOW & CONNECT
🎙️ Listen to The Future of Human Experience on your favorite podcast platform
🔗 LinkedIn: [linkedin.com/in/ejrodriguez](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ejrodriguez/)
📸 Instagram: [@eric.j.rodriguez](https://www.instagram.com/eric.j.rodriguez/)
✖ X (Twitter): [@ERodrigz](https://x.com/ERodrigz)