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Tech Legacies

Want to get ahead in the tech industry? Want tech insights? Join host Fanny Dunagan as top executives share their untold stories about their tech careers, reveal what lessons they"ve learned, and offer advice for professionals who hope to get ahead. Are you motivated? Looking for career growth? Then make sure you follow this show. Get tips from tech executives from AT&T, FedEx, Verizon, Hasbro, Textron, and EY. Discover strategies for technology and team culture. Learn about the importance of

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03:49

The Leadership Shift No One Trains You For | E09f

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2026/02/27

Being promoted doesn’t automatically make you a leader. In this Tech Bytes clip, executive coach and former Fortune 500 leader Shaunna Black speaks directly to middle managers — the most stretched, pressured, and overlooked leaders in today’s organizations. Shaunna breaks down: Why middle management is harder than ever The mistake most new managers make Why your job is no longer “doing the work” How to shift from individual contributor to leader What it really means to be a multiplier Why

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16:15

How to Survive a Toxic Culture | E09e

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2026/02/25

End Fear Culture.It sounds simple. It isn’t.In this powerful final episode, Fanny Dunagan sits down with Shaunna Black, author of Leading With Heart, to confront one of the most overlooked drivers of poor performance in organizations: fear-based leadership.From semiconductor manufacturing floors running at 99% yield to Fortune 500 boardrooms layered in hierarchy and armor, Shaunna makes a compelling case:You will never get high performance from a toxic, blame-driven, fear-filled environment.The

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03:15

Why Smart Leaders Build Alliances | E09d

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2026/02/23

Ever shared a great idea… and watched someone else get credit for it? In this Tech Bytes clip, executive coach and former Fortune 500 leader Shaunna Black shares the strategy that changed her career — building allies outside the room. As one of the few women in leadership at Texas Instruments, Shaunna explains: Why competing in the room doesn’t work How to find safe, trusted teammates The Japanese concept of nemawashi How to create informal alliances What to do when your ideas get ignored Instead of

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17:19

The Secret Behind High Trust High Performance Teams |...

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2026/02/20

Most leaders focus on goals, metrics, and performance. But executive coach and former Fortune 500 leader Shaunna Black says leadership starts somewhere… deeper relationships. In this Tech Legacies conversation, Shaunna explains why “the relationship is the container” and how leaders shape culture moment by moment through behavior, not slogans. You’ll learn: • Why leaders are “climate makers” • How trust creates unstoppable teams • What middle managers misunderstand about leadership • Why removing

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03:37

The Hard Truth About AI Layoffs and Broken Trust | E09b

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2026/02/18

Is AI really driving layoffs… or is that just the story we’re being told?In this Tech Bytes clip, executive coach and former Fortune 500 leader Shaunna Black breaks down what she’s really seeing in today’s tech landscape, and why trust inside organizations is eroding.Shaunna shares:Why tech feels more uncertain than everHow companies are using “AI” as a cover storyThe impact of layoffs on trust and cultureWhy cutting training is a long-term mistakeWhat young workers will remember about this

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28:18

They’re Blaming AI… But That’s Not the Truth | E09a

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2026/02/16

Is AI really causing layoffs… or is it just the story we’re being told?In this conversation, executive coach and former Fortune 500 leader Shaunna Black shares what she’s seeing inside organizations today and why trust between companies and employees is quietly breaking.We talk about:• Why companies say “AI” when the real issue is economic fear• The dangerous shift away from training and developing people• How leaders unintentionally destroy trust during uncertainty• Why younger workers will

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01:18:07

CEOs & CIOs - How to lead with heart in a tech world...

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2026/02/13

What if the most powerful leadership tool isn’t AI… but your heart?In this episode of Tech Legacies Podcast, host Fanny Dunagan sits down with executive coach, speaker and former Fortune 500 leader, Shaunna Black to explore what it really means to lead with heart in today’s high-tech, high-pressure world.From running global operations and semiconductor manufacturing plants to coaching executives, Shaunna shares why connection, trust, and humanity are not “soft skills” but rather the foundation of

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03:36

The Career Framework Every Tech Leader Should Know |...

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2026/02/12

What does it really take to move from mid-level manager to VP or C-suite in tech?Ashish Barve shares a deliciously memorable framework, called PIE: Performance, Image, Exposure. Learn how this trio has guided his journey from programmer to executive, and why each slice of the “PIE” matters at every level of your career.Ashish breaks down:Why performance alone isn’t enoughHow to build a reputation that sticksThe power of exposure… and how to get itIf you’re stuck in the “what’s next?” phase of your

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22:01

How Leaders Are Really Made | E08e

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2026/02/09

What shapes a great technology leader?In this episode, Ashish Barve reflects on the childhood curiosity that sparked his engineering journey and how that same problem-solving mindset carried him from hands-on technical work to executive leadership.Ashish breaks down the PIE framework (Performance, Image, Exposure) and explains why performance alone isn’t enough to reach the VP or C-suite level. He also shares why broad, cross-functional experience matters more than early specialization, how trust

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03:52

AI Is Changing Jobs, Not Ending Them | E08d

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2026/02/05

Will AI replace jobs… or redefine them?In this Tech Bytes clip from the Tech Leaders Untold podcast, Ashish Barve breaks down what the rise of AI really means for people working in supply chain and manufacturing. Spoiler: it’s not about replacement. It’s about empowerment.Ashish explains why the companies that thrive will be the ones that train their talent to leverage AI, not fear it. He shares how his own daughter is learning to use tools like ChatGPT, and how that mindset needs to extend to shop

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11:27

How Tech Leaders Get Million-Dollar Investments...

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2026/02/02

How do technology leaders justify million-dollar investments in ERP systems, AI, automation, and robotics?In this Tech Bytes segment, Ashish Barve breaks down a clear, practical framework for building strong business cases that can stand up to executive and board scrutiny.Ashish explains that every successful tech business case comes down to three essentials:• A clear business objective• Strong alignment with company strategy• Tangible, measurable valueFrom improving forecast accuracy and shop floor

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02:45

AI in the Real World with Fortune 10 Tech Executive |...

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2026/01/29

Forget the hype… this is what AI really looks like on the ground.In this Tech Bytes clip from the ‪@techlegacies‬ podcast, Ashish Barve shares what it takes to build analytics teams that actually drive business results, not just dashboards. From his early work at P&G’s Target team to today’s supply chain shifts, Ashish breaks down how data-driven decision-making has evolved and what’s coming next.You’ll hear how AI is changing the roles of people on the manufacturing floor, what skills

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22:20

When IT Becomes a True Business Partner | E08a

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2026/01/26

What happens when technology leaders truly understand the business they support?In this episode, we dive deep into the evolving role of IT and supply chain leadership with Ashish Barve, exploring why being “bilingual” in both business and technology is no longer optional—it’s essential.From demand forecasting and analytics to automation, robotics, and AI, this conversation unpacks how modern IT organizations have evolved from back-office support teams into value-driving, consultative partners across

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01:13:10

AI in Supply Chain & Manufacturing with Fortune 10...

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2026/01/06

In this episode of Tech Legacies Podcast, Ashish Barve, Tech Executive at a variety of Fortune 500 companies including, McKesson, Ecolab, Honeywell and P&G, shares hard-won insights on the intersection of technology, business value, and leadership. From demand forecasting to AI expectations, Ashish pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to drive digital transformation across global organizations.You’ll hear about:-The real-world impact of improving forecasting by just 5%-Why supply chain

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06:07

BYTE: Gamified Competitions in College and Why It...

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2025/12/18

What makes a university education relevant in a world where you can Google anything?In this segment of Tech Legacies podcast, Gaurav Shekhar, Associate Dean at UT Dallas, explains the irreplaceable role of universities: not just to teach skills, but to develop independent thinkers who can solve tomorrow’s problems, even ones we haven’t even defined yet.He also shares:Why corporate training and bootcamps can’t replace the big-picture thinking cultivated in universitiesHow academic-industry

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05:35

BYTE: Classrooms in an AI-First World - UTD Associate...

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2025/12/08

What does it mean to teach and learn in an AI-first world?In this thoughtful exchange, Gaurav Shekhar, Associate Dean at UT Dallas, explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping higher education, the future of work, and our understanding of what only humans can do. From AI’s historical roots to its sudden leap into mass adoption, he shares why we’re now in the “golden age of AI” and why embracing it responsibly is essential.Topics include:Why AI isn’t new… but it is newly accessibleHow educators

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04:07

TECH BYTE: From New Delhi to Dallas: UTD Associate...

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2025/11/26

What happens when a curious kid in New Delhi never puts his hand down?Gaurav Shekhar, Associate Dean at UT Dallas, reflects on how growing up in India shaped his leadership style, his love of experimentation, and his passion for bridging academia with industry. In this episode of Tech Legacies Podcast, Gaurav shares personal stories of fearless curiosity, supportive teachers, and why he now walks into meetings without a pitch deck… and leaves with a mission.You’ll hear: Why childhood encouragement

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01:03:35

Tech Leaders Untold: College Isn’t Just About Skills,...

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2025/11/19

What if college is preparing you for something deeper than just technical skills?In this episode, Fanny Dunagan sits down with Gaurav Shekhar, Associate Dean at the University of Texas at Dallas, who shares what higher education really teaches and why confidence, independent thinking, and real-world connections matter more now than ever.We dive into:✅ The “confidence gap” no one talks about in school✅ How universities can stay relevant in the age of AI✅ The power of mentorship and bridging academia

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06:47

TECH BYTES: The Vision That Could Fix American...

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2025/11/12

What if education worked like your smartphone?In this segment from Tech Leaders Untold, former 7-Eleven and Blockbuster CEO Jim Keyes lays out a bold, scalable plan to reimagine American education: an Education Operating System (EOS).Just like Apple’s iOS unlocked a world of innovation, Jim argues that EOS could create universal access to high-quality learning tools, individualized education for every student, and real-time connections between students, teachers, and edtech providers; all while

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04:36

TECH BYTES: Why 7-Eleven Japan Is Years Ahead of U.S....

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2025/11/05

Think 7-Eleven is just cheap snacks and Slurpees? Think again.In this segment of Tech Legacies podcast, former 7-Eleven and Blockbuster CEO, Jim Keyes shares how 7-Eleven Japan quietly became one of the world’s most advanced retail operations… decades before data-driven retail became trendy.Jim explains how, even in the 1990s, 7-Eleven Japan was using real-time data and logistics to deliver fresh food multiple times a day, manage precise inventory forecasts, and empower store managers to adapt based

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