Currently a director in IT, Brandon Hanson brings a wealth of experience from his time at AOL and other tech companies.
With a background that spans from early computing to modern virtualization, Brandon offers unique insights into the evolving landscape of technology and IT management.
Are we shooting ourselves in the foot with modern technology investments? Brandon Hanson, a director with a rich background in IT, dives into his experiences at AOL and other tech giants, shedding light on lessons learned and the evolution of IT. From discussing ‘nerd neck’ to the pitfalls of private equity in tech, this episode is packed with insights for any IT professional.
Innovation in IT often suffers when private equity gets involved.
Introducing new IT roles humorously [00:00:01]
Discussion on steroids and ‘nerd neck’ [00:00:28]
Jeff Bezos and misuse of medicine [00:01:07]
Casual podcast intro and guest shirt description [00:01:51]
Guest self-introduction and daily routines [00:02:28]
Fixing computers in high school [00:04:23]
Early days at AOL [00:06:34]
Private equity’s impact on tech [00:09:46]
Evolution of virtualization technology [00:10:49]
Potential impact of Broadcom on VMware [00:12:27]
Employee-owned versus traditionally-owned companies [00:18:11]
The AOL experience and fun at work [00:21:08]
