Tech Legacies

Fanny Dunagan
Tech Legacies

Tech Legacies is a video podcast dedicated to sharing the career stories, lessons and advice of technology executives. The podcast serves an audience of tech-savvy listeners motivated to grow and succeed in their careers, while lifting their peers and the next generation of technologists.

  1. JAN 16

    Global CIO of Textron: Aerospace, AI, and Leadership Through 3 Cancer Battles - Todd Kackley | E01

    Tune in to an inspiring conversation with Todd Kackley, VP and Global CIO of Textron, highlighting his leadership journey, resilience, and innovations in aerospace and defense. Todd discusses Textron’s pioneering developments, including electric aircraft, model-based engineering, and AI-driven maintenance solutions that enhance efficiency and safety. He shares his personal battle with cancer, navigating three recurrences while maintaining his role as a transformational leader. His story emphasizes vulnerability, trust in his team, and balancing health with professional responsibilities. The discussion also explores challenges in the aerospace industry, such as talent gaps and evolving technologies, alongside Todd’s passion for fostering the next generation of leaders and driving impactful change. Connect with Todd on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-kackley-564aba/ Want to build your authority and brand as a tech leader? Subscribe to our newsletter for updates, a free branding guide and 1-hour training for tech professionals: https://techlegacies.ck.page/newsletter Connect with the podcast host, Fanny Dunagan on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/fannydunagan/ 00:00 Intro 01:16 guest Introduction Todd Kackley 01:27 What is Textron 03:28 Exciting Trends in Aerospace and Defense 04:19 Electric Aircrafts 12:15 Talent Gap in Airspace and Defense 17:57 CG Infinity 18:44 How did you end up in technology? 22:41 Technology will always take care of itself 24:00 Cancer Scare 30:56 How did you handle the challenges 32:50 What would you say to your team now 34:20 Did having cancer changed you as a leader? 36:08 Was work a blessing during that time? 37:25 Early Detection 38:59 Conversation Cards a...

    44 min
  2. 11/20/2024

    The untold stories behind Star Wars action figures and other iconic toys - Jacob Miles | E15

    Do you remember Strawberry Shortcake? Care Bears? Boba Fett? Wait till you hear the iconic stories behind the creation of these toys with former VP at Hasbro, Tonka Toys Division and original Kenner Star Wars action figure engineer, Jacob Miles. Connect with Jacob on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobrmiles/ Want to build your authority and brand as a tech leader? Subscribe to our newsletter for updates, a free branding guide and 1-hour training for tech professionals: https://techlegacies.ck.page/newsletter Connect with the podcast host, Fanny Dunagan on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/fannydunagan/ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 02:16 Toys are not just for kids 03:01 Guest Introduction Jacob Miles 03:36 Jacob tell us about yourself 07:19 Did you ever think Star Wars will be that big? 08:31 Best advice you have ever received 09:46 When George Lucas came to you 11:29 How did you develop Strawberry Shortcake 15:42 6 Million Dollar Man and Bionic Woman 16:19 NBC video featuring Jacob Miles 19:57 Were the Star Wars Figures Injection Molded? 22:58 What was the lowest point in your career? 26:13 How do you see AI impacting the toy industry? 28:12 Boba Fett Prototype 32:42 How much did the Boba Fett prototype sell for? 34:32 Where do you see the future of the toy industry 36:54 Kenner Toy Catalog from 1985 37:59 The Care Bears 40:00 Star Wars Figure Catalog a...

    1h 2m
  3. 10/16/2024

    From Graveyard Shift To C-Suite: How This CIO Became A Leader In Multiple Industries - Edward Gustenhoven | E14

    What does it take to go from working the midnight shift in an insurance company to becoming CIO across multiple industries? Edward Gustenhoven is the CIO of Dal-Tile LLC and former tech executive at Pabst Brewing Company, Deutsch Family Wine & spirits, Photronics and Diageo. He had an unconventional path to becoming a tech leader - he started working in a computer room on the graveyard shift right out of high school, without going to college. He emphasizes the importance of trust, integrity, and good communication when leading teams, especially during challenging projects like ERP implementations. He advises against overthinking and paralysis by analysis, and instead advocates for having a clear plan and process while being flexible to change. Connect with Edward on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/egustenhoven/ Want to build your authority and brand as a tech leader? Subscribe to our newsletter for updates, a free branding guide and 1-hour training for tech professionals: https://techlegacies.ck.page/newsletter Connect with the podcast host, Fanny Dunagan on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/fannydunagan/ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:42 Guest Introduction Edward Gustenhoven 01:10 What is the best piece of advice you have ever received? 01:52 Untraditional Education Path 03:40 A day in the life of an 18 year old Edward 05:26 From a dark computer room to Tech Executive 07:01 We live in a cloud and software world 07:51 Low points in your career and how you overcome it? 08:32 Overthinking things 10:11 Top 3 ERP Lessons you have learned 11:22 How do you build trust? 12:59 Going from Fear Based to Trust and Integrity 14:14 CG Infinity 14:57 How do you hire someone you can trust? 16:49 How did you find your mentors? 20:04 What have you learned...

    35 min
  4. 09/18/2024

    How a foundation in military service led to a successful tech career with Dallas ISD Deputy CTO - Michael Anderson | E13

    Can a career in military service help prepare you for a career in technology? Michael Anderson is the Deputy CTO and former CISO at Dallas Independent School District. We follow his career from being a Staff Sergeant to being a Network Manager in the military service, to being a WAN Technician, and eventually moving up to a technology executive. Michael is also the Founder and CEO of Your Thought Life Mindset Coaching, where he helps clients overcome mindset challenges so they can achieve their goals, aspirations, and dreams. He's also the host of Your Thought Life MIndset Podcast which is one of the fastest up-and-coming mindset podcasts in the self-development space. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/yourthoughtlife/ Want to build your authority and brand as a tech leader? Subscribe to our newsletter for updates, a free branding guide and 1-hour training for tech professionals: https://techlegacies.ck.page/newsletter Connect with the podcast host, Fanny Dunagan on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/fannydunagan/ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:34 Guest Introduction Michael Anderson 02:15 Pivotal Childhood Memory 04:55 Experience in the Armed Service 08:41 Piece of advice you got from the Armed Services 10:25 From Armed Services to Tech 13:00 CG Infinity 14:00 What was your first job in tech? 14:42 Are the Armed Services better in information security? 17:29 Mindset and Lifestyle coach 19:18 Top barrier for people to succeed 23:22 Work life balance in tech 26:27 Friday Night Ritual 30:15 What kind of legacy you want to leave behind? 31:32 Conversation Cards 36:25 Tech CXO Excellence Program a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mgKcRTA9bH8&t=2245s"...

    38 min
  5. 08/02/2024

    How collaborations in biotechnology research are fueling a brighter future - Gabby Everett | E11

    Did you know Dallas-Fort Worth has a hub of biotech innovations happening? There's medical advances that we don't even know are going on. This episode, we talk to Gabby Everett, Director of Business Operations & Strategy and Site Head at BioLabs Pegasus Park - North Texas. BioLabs are the premier co-working spaces for life science startups — unique places where you can test, develop and grow your game-changing ideas. As entrepreneurs and investors ourselves, they have firsthand experience with the pain points biotech startups face. Their goal is to change how scientific entrepreneurs do business by building an ecosystem that empowers bio-innovators to grow quickly, while maximizing capital efficiency. As a biotech hub developer, BioLabs Pegasus Park is partnering with accelerators, VC's, trade organizations, university technology commercialization offices, vendors, and corporate leaders to build a strong biotech ecosystem in North Texas. Gabby is an experienced scientist, leader, innovator, and mentor with a demonstrated record of success in the biotechnology industry. Actively focused on making the world a better place, one scientific breakthrough at at time. As a scientific communicator and industry leader, her goal is to educate, excite, and empower stakeholders by sharing her passion for all things science! Connect with Gabby on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabbykutyeverett/ Want to build your authority and brand as a tech leader? Subscribe to our newsletter for updates, a free branding guide and 1-hour training for tech professionals: https://techlegacies.ck.page/newsletter Connect with the podcast host, Fanny Dunagan on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/fannydunagan/ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:23 Guest Introduction Gabby Everett 01:49 What is the best advice you have ever gotten? 02:29 What is Biolabs? 04:02 What Fort Worth Dallas? 04:55 How did you start with biotech? 08:46 Let's break this down 10:30 From corporate to start up 12:55 Advise for people...

    35 min
  6. 07/22/2024

    Why are hobbies important for business and personal growth - with Global CISO - Patrick Benoit | E10

    Hobbies develop our right brain and foster emotional intelligence. Learn why hobbies are important for business and personal growth with Patrick Benoit, Former Global CISO at Brink’s and VP of Cyber Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) at CBRE. Connect with Patrick on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/patricklbenoit/ Want to build your authority and brand as a tech leader? Subscribe to our newsletter for updates, a free branding guide and 1-hour training for tech professionals: https://techlegacies.ck.page/newsletter Connect with the podcast host, Fanny Dunagan on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/fannydunagan/ Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:59 Guest Introduction Patrick Benoit 01:21 What is the best advice you have ever gotten? 02:37 What sparked your interest in technology? 03:26 Moment in your childhood that made you decide in technology 07:16 What was another catalyst that was pivotal in your career? 08:23 How did you go from consulting back to corporate? 10:58 Leadership lessons 13:07 Pivoting to the right side of the brain 15:04 CG Infinity 17:14 How economics help you be a better leader 17:58 When you say yes to something your saying no to something else 18:37 Hobbies that helped you become a better leader. 22:07 Pilot license 24:46 You really have a thirst to learn 25:34 Leaning into discomfort a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4dZhTg0tAdY&t=1823s" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    36 min

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    Tech Legacies is a video podcast dedicated to sharing the career stories, lessons and advice of technology executives. The podcast serves an audience of tech-savvy listeners motivated to grow and succeed in their careers, while lifting their peers and the next generation of technologists.

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