Tech Whisperers: Inside the Playbooks of the Best Digital Leaders The Best of the Best: Timeless Tech Whisperer Lessons That Still Inspire
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Aug 27, 2025 
Frank LaQuinta, CIO of Edward Jones, shares insights on future-proofing organizations while enhancing client experiences through technology. Abhi Dhar, CIO of TransUnion, discusses balancing vision and ambition during transformation. Martha Heller, a noted thought leader, delves into the evolving role of CIOs and the ethical implications of AI integration. The conversation encompasses leadership strategies, AI's impact on workforce dynamics, and the importance of adaptability in a rapidly changing digital landscape.
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Make Basics Nonnegotiable
- Make the basics non-negotiable by baking them into day-to-day operations.
- Treat cybersecurity, vulnerability management, and compliance as muscle memory, not extras.
Protect Operations, Not Just Data
- Change your security posture as the threat landscape shifts from data theft to operational disruption.
- Protect core operational blast radius, not just sensitive data zones.
Build The Right Tech Foundation
- Prioritize cloud‑and‑mobile first, quality architecture, DevOps, and build-versus-buy decisions.
- Invest in talent, stability, security, and scalable connectivity as the foundation for growth.
