For You Leaders - Business And Leadership Podcast Featuring Kirk Dando

We’ve talked to startups, financial institutions, and even dads. What about a company that has graduated from the startup stage to being publicly traded? How is this different? How is this the same? If you were ever curious about how managing and leading a company changes as it grows, this episode is for you. Today’s guest is Gene Austin, the CEO of Bazaarvoice. If you've shopped online, you have probably used Bazaarvoice and didn't know it. Bazaarvoice is behind many of the online review and ratings systems on many eCommerce websites. Gene has more than 30 years of experience growing technology companies. Gene talks candidly about his path to CEO of Bazaarvoice and the clear differences between running a small company to a post-IPO organization. Today’s Topics Include: The different seasons of a company's growth and the different requirements of growth The unique requirements of a public company CEO Board of Directors: How to use them correctly The true role of a Board How to use your Board Gene's path to B