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Technovation with Peter High (CIO, CTO, CDO, CXO Interviews)

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Twice-weekly conversations with top executives and thought leaders at the intersection of business, technology, and innovation. Each episode of Technovation explores the technology trends that are transforming business, and the leaders driving digital change inside their organizations.

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Mission-Driven Startups Win: Mike Hayes on Building Companies That Last

Technovation with Peter High (CIO, CTO, CDO, CXO Interviews)

2550Nov 21, 2025

What if your company’s greatest advantage isn’t the product—but the purpose behind it? Mike Hayes, Managing Director at Insight Partners and former COO of VMware, believes mission clarity is more than culture—it’s a strategic asset. Drawing on 20 years as a Navy SEAL and senior tech executive, Mike shares why knowing “who you want to be” is a superpower for founders and boards.

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Barry Eggers on How Lightspeed Uses Learning Investments to Find the Next Big Thing

Technovation with Peter High (CIO, CTO, CDO, CXO Interviews)

2805Oct 24, 2025

How can venture investors consistently identify the next breakout market? Barry Eggers, Founding Partner at Lightspeed Venture Partners, reveals the firm’s thesis-driven approach to venture capital of using early “learning investments” to test conviction, then scaling fast into emerging markets before the crowd arrives.

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