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EP 118: Will Gaybrick (President of Product and Business, Stripe) on Capital Allocation, Org Design, AI, and Global Growth
Sep 20, 2024
01:42:18
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Will Gaybrick, President of Stripe and former CFO with a rich background in finance and technology, shares his remarkable career journey from Yale Law to leading one of the largest private startups. He discusses the pivotal role of AI in payment systems and its ethical implications. Gaybrick also dives into the evolution of Stripe’s strategy towards stablecoins, the importance of effective capital allocation, and innovative organizational design. His insights on fostering a collaborative work culture and navigating the venture capital landscape are particularly compelling.
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- Will Gaybrick emphasizes a career construction approach grounded in adaptability, seizing opportunities aligned with personal interests and passions.
- He highlights Stripe's innovative use of AI in enhancing fraud detection, which embraces complexity in identifying patterns for better security.
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Career Path and Decision Making
Will Gabrick discusses his diverse career trajectory, which spans roles in private equity, software engineering, law, and venture capital before landing at Stripe. He emphasizes a belief in 'career construction via induction,' valuing the importance of seizing opportunities that align with one's interests and passions, rather than following a rigid pre-determined path. This approach has led him to significant roles, including CTO at Thrive, where he adapted to the company's needs, eventually leading investment in Stripe. Gabrick reflects that taking risks and embracing challenges have been critical components of his professional journey.
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