Ep. 32 - Platforming Different Voices with Heather Brunner
In this episode, Adam and Carlton are joined by Heather Brunner, the CEO of WP Engine. Heather talks about the things that have driven her through the ups and downs of a technology career, how she learned to lean into her unique abilities, and tactical ideas that WP Engine uses to practically promote diversity.
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Show Notes
Highlights from the conversation:
- Heather’s background and career journey (8:09)
- Leadership as action (12:29)
- Platforming diverse voices (15:47)
- Learning to lean into what makes you different (21:20)
- How to encourage diverse conversation (29:08)
- A shift in the consumer demographic (33:14)
Keep up with Heather:
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/heatherjbrunner
- Work for WP Engine: https://wpengine.careers/
- WP Engine: https://wpengine.com/
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