Over the last decade, Leszek has developed several successful businesses, among them a software development agency that supports Fortune 500 companies. With the challenges a growing business brings, he observed that stepping out of a tech role into a leadership one brings the need for a different approach. As a host of the Better Tech Leadership podcast, Leszek is focused on bridging the gap between tech and people skills.
Berlin-based Tech executer, with 13+ years experience in E-commerce, FinTech, MedTech and beyond.Worked in multiple environments including greenfield projects, proof of concepts, and maintaining / migrating legacy, including tech management, setting up roadmaps and vision. Known for my positive vibe in the teams, get-things-done attitude, and high ability to adjust to different environments/situations.International open mindset, as I have worked and lived in Seoul (South Korea), Accra (Ghana), Beirut (Lebanon), Berlin (Germany) and Kuwait City (Kuwait).
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In this episode, Matt and Meri Williams delve into leadership’s role in nurturing talent and fostering innovation, with a focus on values, inclusion, and diversity in workplace dynamics. Meri discusses the complexities of onboarding new employees, sharing insights from her experience at Monzo, where curated tasks helped new hires integrate smoothly while maintaining productivity. The conversation underscores the importance of maintaining company culture during growth, addressing diversity and inclusion within ESG initiatives, and the necessity of effective middle management to enhance performance and satisfaction.
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In this episode, Jeff Winner shares his leadership experiences at tech giants like Twitter, Uber, Stripe, and Goldman Sachs, highlighting the varying organizational cultures and their impacts on innovation and productivity. He discusses the integration of AI in business, emphasizing the need for effective prompt engineering and cautioning against anthropomorphizing AI, while also predicting an economic recovery fueled by AI advancements by 2025 or 2026. Jeff also reflects on his preference for asynchronous communication, his decision to focus on complex AI projects, and the importance of building human relationships in remote teams.
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In this episode, Matt interviews Bruce Pannaman about his work in the fintech industry, particularly at 9fin. Bruce discusses the challenges of translating complex financial concepts for wider audiences, the importance of flexible management in engineering teams, and how 9fin’s shift to cross-functional teams enhances collaboration and customer value. Bruce also shares his insights on balancing speed and quality in product development and shares resources supporting tech leadership and professional growth.
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In this episode, Matt interviews Chris Lowe, the Vice President Of Application Engineering at Amerisure Insurance, who shares his insights on fostering a robust engineering culture and aligning technology solutions with business challenges. Chris emphasizes the importance of incremental changes, distinguishes between innovation and invention, and discusses his work with blockchain for medical records, despite initial skepticism in the industry. He highlights the need for informed decision-making, effective leadership through positive behavior modeling, and fostering open communication within organizations, while also addressing challenges in adapting to AI advancements and changing customer expectations in the commercial insurance sector.
