Rory Herriman

In this chat with Rory Herriman, US CTO at Zip Co, he shares insights from his 30-year journey across military and fintech landscapes. Rory emphasizes that a CTO's true role is about creating a culture and people-centric environment rather than mere tech oversight. He introduces a five-part framework focusing on fundamentals, organizational fluidity, and the seamless integration of AI into teams. He stresses the importance of aligning decisions with business impact and the value of mentorship in evolving leadership styles.