The Matrix: A Leader's Labyrinth - Navigating Matrixed Orgs
Summary
In a matrixed organization, where platforms and horizontal functions intersect with diverse business units, navigating competing priorities can feel like a high-stakes game of chess. How do you balance the demands of multiple stakeholders while ensuring your team's focus remains aligned? What strategies can you employ to foster a collaborative environment where different perspectives converge, and communication barriers are dismantled?
Host
Prashant Ramarao is a seasoned technology leader with a passion for driving innovation. As SVP of Engineering at Yahoo, he oversees a global team of AI researchers and engineers focused on crafting cutting-edge AI solutions for Yahoo's vast user base. Prashant's expertise spans a wide range of technologies, from data and mobile to AI/MLOps and cloud infrastructure. With a strong foundation in engineering, honed at Sun Microsystems, Prashant brings a deep understanding of high-performance computing and networking. His strategic vision and leadership have been instrumental in shaping Yahoo's long-term technology roadmap and driving the company's open-source initiatives.
