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From Hardware Hacker to CTO: Building Teams That Scale

Join Charles Humble in a conversation with Meri Williams, an experienced CTO who has led technology teams from 30 to 300 people across organizations ranging from Procter & Gamble to Monzo. In this candid discussion, Meri shares their journey from reluctant manager to seasoned leader, revealing hard-won insights about scaling teams, avoiding the "Google trap" of copying big tech practices inappropriately, and why investing in onboarding can make or break your organization. With refreshing honesty about management mistakes and the ongoing importance of diversity in building products that serve everyone, this conversation offers practical wisdom for anyone navigating the complex world of technical leadership.

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Meri Williams

Meri Williams

A published author and international speaker

Charles Humble

Charles Humble

Freelance Techie, Podcaster, Editor, Author & Consultant

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Join Charles Humble in a conversation with Meri Williams, an experienced CTO who has led technology teams from 30 to 300 people across organizations ranging from Procter & Gamble to Monzo.

In this candid discussion, Meri shares their journey from reluctant manager to seasoned leader, revealing hard-won insights about scaling teams, avoiding the "Google trap" of copying big tech practices inappropriately, and why investing in onboarding can make or break your organization.

With refreshing honesty about management mistakes and the ongoing importance of diversity in building products that serve everyone, this conversation offers practical wisdom for anyone navigating the complex world of technical leadership.