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Leading with Authenticity: Gretchen O'Hara on Navigating the Tech Industry, Post-Acquisition Success, and Partner-Centric Culture


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Discover the strategic insights of Gretchen O'Hara, Senior Vice President of Worldwide Channels and Alliances, as she unravels the transformative journey of Splunk Cisco post-acquisition by Cisco. Recognized as one of the CRN 50 Most Influential Channel Chiefs for 2025, Gretchen shares her unique perspective on steering major tech organizations like Splunk, Cisco, and Microsoft with a focus on ecosystem collaboration, digital resilience, and a purpose-driven mindset. This episode promises to equip you with strategies for navigating complex organizations and insights into the necessity of agility and authenticity in today’s fast-paced tech world.

Join us as we uncover the power of partner centricity and how adopting a partner-first culture leads to success. With compelling anecdotes from her leadership journey, Gretchen delves into the importance of understanding customer needs, fostering empathy, and maintaining authenticity to build strong partnerships and trust. You'll also hear her thoughts on flexible work environments, the emphasis on outcomes over rigid schedules, and how these approaches contribute to both personal and professional success. Dive into Gretchen's inspiring journey through major companies and learn what it truly takes to lead with adaptability and authenticity in the dynamic tech landscape.

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Gretchen's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gretchen-ohara/

Learn more about Splunk here: https://www.splunk.com/

View the entire 2024 Global Leadership Summit here: https://www.ideagenglobal.com/2025globalleadershipsummit

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