Magic in the Room #111: Leadership in IT with Guest Michael Day

July 17, 2022
In the past, IT departments have often had a hard time just getting a seat at the leadership table of an organization. Today, technology is so integrated into every aspect of life that it has become imperative that all leaders think of themselves as technologists who can integrate IT into every function of their organization. In this episode of Magic in the Room, Chris, Luke, and guest Michael Day discuss the intersection of technology and leadership, and why you don’t have to be able to code to lead a successful IT department. 

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Michael Day is the Founder and Executive Officer of TribalHub. He is also the chairperson for not-for-profit Tribal Share and the Tribal-ISAC. These organizations all focus on equipping Tribal enterprises with effective IT solutions. 


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Recorded at AUIDEO studio in Bozeman, MT
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