In this inspiring episode of Level Up with Ahmed, I sit down with Linda, an AWS Community Hero, entrepreneur, and unstoppable force in the global tech community. We dive deep into: 🔥 Linda’s journey from technologist to entrepreneur 🌍 What leadership means in tech communities 💡 How to balance business growth and community impact 🚀 Advice for aspiring leaders and builders in tech Whether you're an engineer, founder, or community builder — this conversation is for YOU. Linda shares her authentic insights, lessons from the trenches, and a ton of motivation to help you lead with purpose and build with heart. 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more powerful conversations with leaders across tech.

In this episode of Level Up with Ahmed, I sit down with Julia Furst Morgado—Global Technologist, CNCF Ambassador, AWS Container Hero, and KCD NY Organizer—to explore the evolving landscape of cloud-native innovation and the role of diversity in tech leadership. Julia shares her journey into cloud-native technologies, the challenges and rewards of leading innovation in a fast-paced industry, and how leaders can balance technical excellence with business impact. We also dive into the importance of diversity and inclusion, discussing the barriers still present in tech and actionable ways to foster an inclusive culture. Finally, Julia shares key leadership principles, emerging trends shaping the future of cloud-native, and advice for aspiring leaders—especially those from diverse backgrounds.

In the premiere episode of 'Level Up with Ahmed,' Ahmed sits down with Tyler Lynch, Field CTO of HashiCorp, to discuss the intricacies of managing global teams in the technological industry. Tyler shares his journey from working with nearshore teams in Canada to offshore teams in Pakistan, shedding light on the cultural challenges and opportunities faced. They delve into the evolution of global team dynamics, the impact of the pandemic on remote work, and the essential qualities of effective leadership. Tyler also offers insights into performance evaluation and the importance of empathy, communication, and cultural understanding in building successful global teams.