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Tech TrajectoryLeading with customer clarity in a changing worldSend us a textIn this episode of the Tech Trajectory podcast, host Kavita Kerwar speaks with Yann Burden, a growth strategist and startup founder turned Chief AI Officer at Pendula about the leadership lessons that come from navigating complexity and change.Yann shares what it takes to lead when the path isn’t clear, the market isn’t ready, and the idea hasn’t quite landed yet. He talks about using customer clarity to cut through complexity, building belief when outcomes are uncertain, and why bold experimentation only works when others are willing to follow...2025-06-3049 min
Tech TrajectoryFrom Startups to Enterprises: Leadership Lessons from a Career in TechSend us a textEpisode introductionCareers don’t always follow a straight line, and for Jessica Lin, the detours have been the most rewarding part. In this episode of The Tech Trajectory, she joins host Kavita Kerwar to share what she’s learned from leading through change, jumping into unfamiliar industries, and building teams that thrive under pressure. From managing cultural shifts to overcoming imposter syndrome, Jessica offers practical advice on how to embrace uncertainty, back yourself in, and grow as a leader. And yes, there’s a game of Jenga, because leadership is as...2025-06-1640 min
Tech TrajectoryUnifying the Vision: Aligning Tech and Business to Drive True TransformationSend us a textIn this episode of the Tech Trajectory Podcast, host Chris Davies sits down with John Sullivan (Sully) to explore what it takes to lead large-scale transformation, without losing sight of people, purpose, and impact.Sully shares his journey from engineer to CEO, and how listening to customers and translating business needs into tech outcomes became a career-defining shift. From OKRs to flywheels, ride-alongs to data dashboards, this episode is packed with practical stories and clear-headed thinking on how to get alignment, and why buzzwords are no substitute for intent....2025-06-0248 min
Tech TrajectoryLeading on Your Terms: Redefining Ambition, Flexibility & ImpactSend us a textIn this episode of The Tech Trajectory Podcast, host Kavita Kerwar sits down with Karis Dorrigan to explore what leadership looks like when driven by clarity, values, and life’s changing seasons.From negotiating for flexible work to growing through career transitions and motherhood, Karis shares her journey with candour. She speaks about how to lead with both empathy and commercial focus, why inclusive product teams matter, and the value of redefining success on your own terms.You’ll hear advice on part-time leadership, the impact of mentorship, and what...2025-05-1943 min
Tech TrajectoryScaling with Purpose: Leading Digital Growth with Empathy and PrecisionSend us a textIn this episode of The Tech Trajectory Podcast, host Kavita Kerwar sits down with Fiona Rose to explore what it takes to lead with clarity and conviction in a scaling business. Fiona reflects on her cross-sector leadership experience, shares how purpose anchors decision-making, and explains why experimentation, diversity, and accountability are cornerstones of her leadership style.1. Change is constant—communication is key[02:20] Fiona reflects on the difference between public and private sector transformation, noting that speed is often faster in scale-ups—but communication must be deliberate and ongo...2025-04-2127 min
Tech TrajectoryDesigning for Impact: Leadership, Capability Uplift & Scaling Experience TeamsSend us a textIn this episode of The Tech Trajectory Podcast, host Chris Davies sits down with Amir Ansari to explore what it takes to build resilient design practices that scale. Through stories, frameworks, and some personal philosophy, Amir talks about aligning with executive stakeholders, balancing design literacy with capability uplift, and adapting leadership styles to suit context. 1. Building design leadership like a Lego set[02:04] Amir likens his leadership journey to receiving a surprise Lego set—thrown into leadership before he felt ready, but discovering joy in experimentation and adaptation.2025-04-0741 min
Tech TrajectoryFrom CEO to Enabler: The Leadership Philosophy Behind Empowering OthersSend us a textIn this episode of The Tech Trajectory Podcast, host Kavita Kerwar sits down with Roby Sharon-Zipser, Co-Founder and CEO of hipages Group, to explore how leadership evolves as a business scales—from garage startup to ASX-listed tech company. Roby unpacks what it takes to move from being a hands-on founder to an enabler of innovation, how to build a culture of strategic execution, and why staying curious about technology—especially large language models—is key to future growth.1. Evolving from founder to enabler[04:42] How Roby’s leadership style sh...2025-03-2444 min
Tech TrajectoryUnlocking Potential: Mentoring the Next Generation of Leaders and InnovatorsSend us a textIn this episode of The Tech Trajectory Podcast, host Chris Davies sits down with Alex Young to explore the transformative role of mentorship in leadership and career development. As a mentor, industry fellow, and innovation leader, Alex shares insights on fostering meaningful mentor-mentee relationships, the importance of self-awareness, and how mentoring can shape not only individual careers but also entire organisations.1. The power of mentorship in leadership[02:06] The best mentoring advice Alex ever received and why indirect guidance is often the most impactful.[03:16] Mentorship isn’t al...2025-03-2444 min
Tech TrajectoryLeading with Creativity: Driving Innovation in High-Pressure EnvironmentsSend us a textIn this episode of the Tech Trajectory, host Chris Davis sits down with Pete Cohen to explore the often-overlooked role of creativity in leadership. With a unique perspective bridging multiple disciplines, Pete shares insights on fostering innovation, balancing structure with creative freedom, and making room for unconventional ideas in high-pressure environments.1. Creativity as a leadership skill[03:36] Leadership is often associated with strategy and decision-making, but creativity plays a crucial role in navigating uncertainty and fostering innovation.[04:05] Creativity in business and tech: “bringing something new into the wo...2025-03-2448 min
Tech TrajectoryWelcome to the Tech Trajectory PodcastSend us a textThe world of tech is evolving at lightning speed, and behind every innovation is a human story worth telling.The Tech Trajectory Podcast brings you raw, honest conversations with the founders, leaders and pioneers who aren’t just navigating change, they’re driving it. From bold ideas to hard-won lessons, we go beyond the buzzwords to uncover what it really takes to lead, build and stay ahead in today’s fast-moving world.Hosted by Chris Davies and Kavita Kerwar, each episode dives into the grit, vision and breakthrough thinking shapin...2025-03-2301 min
Her Tech CircleLeading at the Intersection of People and Technology: Insights from Kavita KerwarIn this episode, we sit down with Kavita Kerwar, Principal Consultant at Dius, to explore her career journey and insights into AI-driven innovation, product management, and leadership. Kavita has worked with major well known Australian brands (like Commonwealth Bank and Qantas). She shares how her passion for problem-solving has been a guiding force, her strategies for handling tough conversations, and the importance of building a professional network. Kavita also discusses her experience being a South Asian woman part of the LGBTQIA+ community who struggled early on her career to find mentors who had lived personal experience similar to her...2024-11-0733 min
AI Product Leader7: Kavita KerwarFor more on building AI products and careers, along with early course announcement and special pricing, subscribe to the AI Career Boost mailing list at https://aicareerboost.com/interested THE GUESTKavita is a dynamic technology leader with extensive experience in pivotal roles across many verticals including aerospace and fintech. Currently, she’s making waves as a Principal Product & Delivery Consultant at DiUS, where she explores the intersection of people, technology, and innovation, leading companies Generative AI and ML projects. Her passion for driving impactful solutions and transformative change, especially in digital experience and...2024-07-1418 min