This week, David Wright talks with Josh Goode, Chief Information Officer of SCAN Group and SCAN Health Plan. Josh discusses key learnings from his career, including why it’s vital to keep showing up to do your best work, even in difficult situations, while maintaining a growth mindset. Key Takeaways: (02:27) Modernization is a continuous journey, not a point-in-time project. (10:07)…
This week, David Wright is joined by Brad Klaas, Advisor to CIO – Digital Assets and Business Acceleration at Franklin Templeton, to discuss: -The importance of trust and verification in decision-making. – Brad’s transition from aspiring veterinarian to financial executive. – Building the first S&P 500 index fund. – Lessons learned about transparency and trust in investing. – The importance…
This week Dr. Ron Glickman, Award-Winning Author, CIO, and Professor at Cal State LA, joins host David Wright to discuss leadership lessons from his career journey and his book “Lead for a Change.” Key Takeaways: (2:50) Surround yourself with people with complementary skills to fill in your gaps. (5:00) Get experience and training early in your career. (9:37) Control feelings…
This week, David Wright is joined by Jared Antczak, Chief Digital Officer of Sanford Health. Key Takeaways: – The importance of defining problems rather than solutions. – The challenge of shifting from a solutions-oriented mindset to a problem-first approach. – The significance of understanding an organization’s culture and dynamics. – Sanford Health’s aspiration to become the premier rural health system…
This week, David Wright is joined by Jason Szczuka, Chief Digital Officer at Bon Secours Mercy Health and Lead at Accrete Health Partners to discuss: – His key life and professional lessons. – The importance of external focus in dealing with large companies. – Having a passion for problem-solving. – Staying resilient amid challenges and failures. – Embracing the present…
This week, David Wright is joined by Patrick Woodard, Chief Healthcare Information Officer at Monument Health, to discuss: – Patrick’s role as the Chief Healthcare Information Officer at Monument Health. – The importance of listening to clinicians and frontline healthcare workers to improve healthcare delivery through technology. – Starting as a physician and working to become an executive in the…
This week, David Wright talks with Lynda Pak, Divisional CIO – Global Brands and Functions of The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. They discuss the evolving landscape of the beauty industry, the integral role of technology and the significance of authentic human connections in business. Key Takeaways: (04:56) Celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the impact of the Estée Lauder Companies’…
This week, David Wright engages with Francesco Lagutaine, Chief Marketing, Communications and Digital Officer of M&T Bank, in a dialogue exploring the dynamism in the banking and financial sectors. They consider technological innovations and their implications, the significant pivot during the pandemic and the future of banking services. Key Takeaways: (06:12) Francesco underscores the essence of knowing your client base…
This week, David Wright is joined by Scott duFour, Global CIO at FLEETCOR, to discuss: – The importance of focusing on the development of teams and talent as a key aspect of career growth. – The significance of teamwork and how, as one progresses in their career, investing in the development of people and teams becomes increasingly valuable. – The…
This week, David Wright is joined by Maria Russo, Chief Information Officer at OU Health, to discuss: -Maria’s career journey from Arthur Andersen to becoming a CIO. – Transitioning from consulting to healthcare and IT roles. – The implementation of Epic during the Covid era, including the challenges faced and lessons learned from the implementation. – Integration of IT systems…
