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‘Planned happenstance:’ Lessons from a life in tech with Zscaler CTO Syam Nair

‘Planned happenstance:’ Lessons from a life in tech with Zscaler CTO Syam Nair

Update: 2023-10-09

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From Microsoft to Salesforce, Syam Nair’s work has left an indelible mark on the intersection of technology and business productivity. He recently joined Zscaler as CTO and EVP of Research and Development. In this episode, he relates lessons from the first 100 days on the job, the personal philosophies that guide his professional life, and what excites him most about the future of Zscaler from a technology perspective. His ability to inspire, engage, and be wholly life-enhancing is legendary among tech leaders.

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‘Planned happenstance:’ Lessons from a life in tech with Zscaler CTO Syam Nair

‘Planned happenstance:’ Lessons from a life in tech with Zscaler CTO Syam Nair

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