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Andela CEO Jeremy Johnson Steps Down, Carrol Chang from Uber Takes Over Andela has announced a leadership change with co-founder and CEO Jeremy Johnson stepping down. Carrol Chang, former Global Head of Driver and Courier Operations at Uber, will take over as CEO effective September 17, 2024. Johnson will remain on Andela's Board of Directors. Chang is expected to bring extensive experience in scaling tech marketplaces, positioning her well to lead Andela into its next phase of growth. This leadership transition follows other strategic hires at Andela as the company looks toward potential future milestones, including an IPO. #LeadershipChange #Andela #TechLeadership #StartupNews #GlobalTalent #Innovation #Uber #CareerMove #GrowthStrategy #TechIndustry To read more on the update; https://ow.ly/IA2X50TevQI

We recently hosted an enlightening discussion on the entrepreneurial journey of William Wang, CEO of VIZIO, a leading consumer electronics company based in Orange County. This fireside chat, moderated by Goran Matijasevic, Executive Director of the UCI Executive Roundtable, explored Vizio's transformation from a local startup into a revolutionary force in the entertainment industry. William Wang's roots in Orange County are deep, with his early education at Edison High School in Huntington Beach and his college years at USC studying electrical engineering. Despite initial setbacks in his career and facing rejections of his product ideas, Wang's resilient spirit led him to found Vizio in 2002. His vision to create "a big TV" and the support from friends and family helped him overcome early struggles, including significant financial losses due to Costco’s return policies. The discussion explored how Wang leveraged these challenges to build Vizio's brand reputation for quality and value, eventually earning a coveted spot in Costco’s lineup. Goran Matijasevic probed into Wang's personal journey, the strategic decisions he made, and the hurdles he overcame, particularly in navigating the complex retail landscape. Wang's story is a testament to the power of perseverance and innovation in building a business that not only leads in technology but also makes a significant community impact. This fireside chat was an essential session for anyone interested in entrepreneurship, innovation, and the dynamics of the tech industry. #VIZIO #OCInnovation #TechInnovation #TIF2024

🌍 At Unicenter, We Believe in Possibilities! 🌍 Every business has it own needs, and at Unicenter, we’re passionate about helping you fulfill all your needs. Our journey is about more than just solutions; it’s about transforming dreams into tangible results. 🔍 Why Choose Unicenter? Innovative Mindset: We thrive on creativity and fresh ideas, crafting strategies that stand out in a crowded marketplace. Collaborative Spirit: Our team works closely with you, fostering an environment where your insights shape our solutions. Results-Driven: We measure success by the impact we create for our clients—your achievements fuel our passion. Let’s connect and explore how we can turn your vision into reality. Together, we can write the next chapter of your success story! ✨ Discover more about our journey: https://lnkd.in/dbjJvDeY

As it turns out, one third of the tech leadership present at alphalist CTO Summit does not yet have a #plattformengineering team. Another third does not intend to establish one in the near future. Interesting pretense for a great plattform enginering panel featuring Sarah Polan from HashiCorp, Boyan Dimitrov from SIXT and Daniel Gebler from Picnic Technologies. #platform #platformteam #engineering #modularorganisation

Do you B E L I E V E in what you do? #purposedriven Moe Kahn, Founding Software Engineer, at BluePallet talks about taking the initial leap into tech start ups. Full episode can be found on Spotify & YouTube. 🎙️ | Michael Calamaras & Moe K. #techstartup #softwaredeveloper #softwareengineer #founders #leadership #bluepallet

🌟 Exploring Chargebee's Product Operating Model 🌟 Can the #productoperatingmodel be adapted to your organization? On April 23 at 9:15 AM PDT, join Kishore Konakanchi, #CPO at Chargebee, in our #CPOSeries webinar, as he shares his experience in merging four distinct entities into a single, cohesive unit. Register now, and come ready to learn the best strategies that promoted a shared culture and vision, setting Chargebee apart! 👇👇👇 https://hubs.li/Q02snp560 What You'll Learn: 👁️🗨️ Unified Vision: Syncing diverse teams under a common goal. 🤝 Overcoming Silos: Tactics for encouraging cross-functional collaboration. 🌱 Leadership for Growth & Innovation: Strategies focusing on the customer journey, driving revenue and fostering innovation. What are you waiting for? Save your free seat now! 💺 https://hubs.li/Q02snp560 #productmanagement #productleadership #productinnovation

You’ve probably heard of the Uber effect? But what does that really mean? And how is it relevant in real estate? The "Uber Effect" or ‘Uberfication describes how a company or individual can disrupt an established marketplace by identifying areas ripe for innovation and making transformative changes. Before Uber, the taxi industry was full of inefficiencies: hard-to-hail cabs, opaque pricing, and inconsistent service quality. Uber saw these pain points and used technology to create a more efficient, user-friendly solution. Now in real estate, we face similar challenges. Even in an established industry, there's always room for positive change. Innovations like friendly auctions are transforming how property managers and vendors experience auctions nationwide. Don't shy away because you're just one person in a big industry—there are plenty of leaders here who want to drive positive change. If that's you, reach out and let's discuss how we can work together to improve our industry. 🏡 _ _ #RealEstateInnovation #UberEffect #IndustryChange #PositiveImpact #RealEstateRevolution #Leadership #Collaboration #TransformingRealEstate

🎓 Insights from John Mullins: Uber's Disruptive Approach to Business 🚗💼 I recently had the privilege of speaking with John Mullins, esteemed Professor at London Business School and expert on entrepreneurship and innovation. Mullins shared a fascinating perspective on Uber's game-changing strategy: 🚀 "Never ask for permission, beg for forgiveness later." According to Mullins, this audacious approach was key to Uber's success. By: 🏛️ Challenging regulatory norms 📱 Leveraging technology to connect users directly 🔄 Reimagining traditional business models Uber not only disrupted the taxi industry but catalyzed the entire gig economy. 💡 As business leaders, how can we apply Mullins' insights to drive innovation in our own industries? Where's the line between disruptive innovation and responsible business practices? 🤔 Join the conversation and share your thoughts on balancing bold strategies with ethical considerations in today's rapidly evolving business landscape. 💬 #JohnMullins #LBS #DisruptiveInnovation #LeadershipInsights #FutureOfBusiness 🔍 Interested in hearing more from John Mullins? Check out the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/ekzrEwtp

Lyft's Surging Shares and Bright Future: How the Ride-Hailing Company is Winning Hearts and Beating Competition! #Lyftcompetition #Lyftcustomerexperience #Lyftfinancialperformance #Lyftfutureprospects #Lyftgrowthstrategy #Lyftmarketshare #Lyftpartnership #Lyftshares #Lyftsuccess #ridehailingcompany

Do you ever wonder how Chief Product Officers are successfully scaling their products at the world's largest companies and most exciting startups? You can find out at Chief Product Officer Summit San Francisco, an exclusive event for the most senior product leaders on the West Coast. Join us on September 4 to hear from elite speakers from Walmart, Uber, Rocket Companies, Hertz, GoDaddy, Peek, and make local connections with your senior product peers. 🤝 But don’t just take our word for it. Here’s what past attendees have said about their experience: “Great sessions, met interesting people, and learned about vendors I wasn't familiar with. Feeling very productive and enriched.” - VP Product Development, American Express “The events are very insightful and showcase spot-on topics that can be applied right away. It’s been a pleasure to be part of them." - CPO, Uptime "As a product leader for over a decade, I can unequivocally say that these events are a hard requirement for your success." - Senior Director of Product Management, Dollar Shave Club "The content is best in class with many relevant topics related to product leadership." - VP Product, WeWork Labs Best of all, you may qualify for a complimentary product leader pass. So, what're you waiting for? Request yours here: https://lnkd.in/eRjJu5Cw 👈 #cposanfran #sanfrancisco #chiefproductofficer