Join Kris and Dan as they chat with Jacqueline Hasler, Chief Financial Officer at TRIBE.

With a foundation built in professional services and a seven-year stint at REA Group, Jacqueline shares her unique perspective on transitioning from corporate to startup life.

In this engaging conversation, Jacqueline opens up about her evolution as a leader, moving from a perfectionist mindset to embracing empathetic leadership. She discusses the realities of scaling businesses, the importance of building high-performing teams, and how asking the right questions can transform company culture.

07:35 Exploring Career Transitions and Motivations

08:05 Early Experiences and Shaping Leadership Style

12:07 Transition from Consulting to Listed Companies

20:51 Advice for Career Direction and Decision-Making

25:53 Assessing Values and Culture in Organizations

33:02 Focus on Making a Positive Impact and Improving the Team

36:12 The Power of Collaboration and Different Work Styles

38:06 Qualities of a Great Leader and Advice for Future Leaders

41:55 The Journey of Becoming a Leader and Leading with Empathy

45:17 Learning Leadership through Tough Situations

47:21 Success in Leadership and the Importance of People

49:57 Unleashing the Talent in People through Development and Opportunities

53:37 The Importance of Collaboration and Input in Leadership

57:03 Navigating the Challenges of Startups and the Power of Context

01:02:24 Balancing Constraints and Enabling Ideas in Leadership

01:05:46 Harnessing the Power of Employees as Creators

01:10:46 Tribe: Content at Scale and the Future of Creative Marketing

Join Kris and Dan as they chat with Aaron Vanston, Co-founder and CTO of BuildPass, a construction tech company that's shaking up the industry. Aaron shares his journey of starting a tech company without a traditional background in construction or computer science, highlighting the power of diverse experiences and adaptability.

He talks about how he and his co-founder have been able to build and win over 300 customers in just three years.

Join Kris and Dan as they chat with Alana Brittain, The Head of Enterprise Sales Solutions at LinkedIn.

In this episode, Kris and Dan welcome Jamie Simonsen, a seasoned technology leader with a fascinating background in engineering and leadership. Jamie shares his unconventional self-taught journey to becoming a VP of Engineering, emphasizing the value of hands-on experience, continuous learning, and a problem-solving mindset in his career development.

Kris and Dan welcome Kunal Madhav, a CTO and co-founder of Med Tribe, to share his insights on leadership, startup dynamics, and the truth behind working in startups. Kunal discusses how his early career experiences, both positive and negative, have shaped his approach to management and his commitment to fostering trust and open communication within teams.

Join Kris and Dan as they sit down with Theresa Neate, the Director of Engineering at Buildkite, to dive into her journey in technology leadership. Theresa shares her unique experiences, from growing up in apartheid South Africa to becoming a prominent tech leader.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introductions and background

Join Kris and Joel as they sit down with Damian Fasciani, the VP, Product & Engineering at Expert 360, to dive deep into his journey in technology leadership. Damian shares his experiences working across various industries, the key principles that guide his decision-making when joining a company, and the challenges of building and leading teams in a remote work environment.

Damian also discusses his upcoming book, "Harmonizing Humanity in Systems," which chronicles his experiences in building highly engaged and successful technology teams.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introductions and Background

03:07 - Damien's Varied Career in Technology

11:37 - Criteria for Choosing Companies

12:37 - Leadership and Technology Investment

13:46 - Interviewing Companies

15:47 - Background Research and Network Checks

22:19 - Damien's Approach to Interviewing and Assessing Candidates

29:57 - Strategies for Remote Team Building and Engagement

41:43 - The Challenges of Virtual Communication and Collaboration

49:11 - Damien's Upcoming Book, "Harmonizing Humanity in Systems

Kris Owens is the Founder of Nova and a tech Recruiter. Dan Harper is a Tech Career coach at Velocifire and a CTO at Homes.com.au. Joel Nation is the CoFounder and CTO of both Imminently and Decisively. Kris Owens is the Founder of Nova and a tech Recruiter.

Welcome to the Summit Series Podcast, where we interview top leaders across the technology sector. I’m Kris, a founder and tech recruiter, and alongside amazing co-hosts like Dan Harper and Joel Nation, we’ll share insights, strategies, and tips from the brightest minds in startups, scale-ups, and enterprises. If you’re curious about the world and passionate about learning, this is the show for you. Let’s dive in!