Nov 6, 2023
In this thought-provoking bonus episode, LaSean Smith, dives even deeper into his unique leadership philosophy, including his focus on freedom over status and why leaders will need to adapt to the disappearance of middle management.
LaSean's extraordinary story begins with his exceptional coding skills as a teenager, allowing him to graduate from high school at the tender age of 16 and complete his associate degree by 18. His unconventional path led him to the military and eventually to corporate giants such as Motorola, Amazon, Microsoft, and Deloitte.
In a groundbreaking move, LaSean founded CAGR Investments, a private investment firm with a distinctive approach to backing companies that harness the power of audience engagement and automation. His unique perspective on investment strategies adds another layer to this multifaceted conversation.
About LaSean Smith
LaSean is a seasoned tech executive with a diverse background. He began coding at the age of ten, kickstarting his tech journey. He's held various roles in engineering, product management, and strategy, including work in the Navy, entrepreneurship, consulting at Deloitte, and stints at Microsoft and Amazon. He's also the founder of CAGR Investments, a private equity firm. With multiple patents in AI and media, he's an expert in behavioral economics and systems engineering. He's produced indie films and has a wide skill set in content production and software development. He's a UCLA screenwriting program graduate, holding degrees from SIU, Arizona State, and Georgetown. His book, "Values-Based Business Design," focuses on high-growth product development in the modern global marketplace.