IT MATTERS Podcast

Apr 4, 2025

Ep. 32 - Adapting to Rapid Technological Changes, with Grant Walsh

On this episode of the IT Matters Podcast, our hosts are joined by Grant Walsh, Head of Information Technology at Flow Control Group. Together, they discuss adapting to rapid technological changes and what makes a good leader.

Thank you to Zscaler, this episode's sponsor. Zscaler, universally recognized as the leader in zero trust, employs the largest security cloud on the planet. Their cloud native Zero Trust Exchange platform protects thousands of customers from cyberattacks and data loss by securely connecting users, devices, and applications in any location.

Conversation Highlights:

00:00 A message from our sponsor at Zscaler

[01:55] Introducing Grant Walsh, Head of Information Technology at Flow Control Group

[09:08] Leading IT teams in a changing landscape

[20:51] Finding a good culture fit

[31:46] Building a strong IT team

[39:49] Grant's message to CIOs

Notable Quotes:

  • "You have to be able to get out of your office, get in the trenches with the folks, and be there, side by side." – Grant Walsh [32:42]
  • "Be a CIO of the people. Understand your team. Be part of that team." – Grant Walsh [40:09]

Read Transcript: Episode 32

Connect with Grant Walsh:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grantwalsh/

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Website: https://www.zscaler.com/

The IT Matters Podcast is about IT matters and matters pertaining to IT. It is produced by Opkalla, a technology advisory firm that helps their clients navigate the confusion in the technology marketplace and choose the solution that is right for their business.

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