25. Mike Walker on a career in Big Tech and their incredible ecosystems

Mike J. Walker is an accomplished architect with a vast amount of experience as a leader, innovator and technology expert. Currently, Mike is Senior Director, Applied Innovation and Digital Transformation at Microsoft and previously has worked at leading technology companies such as Gartner, Hewlett-Packer, and Dell. And his career has taken him across Ohio, Seattle and Austin.In this episode we talk with Mike about his career working for some of the most innovative companies in the world, the incredible ecosystems of these tech companies and their cities, and how Ohio can play a leading role in the future.Mike is internationally known as an expert in innovation, strategy development, and enterprise architecture. His insights are sought-after as a speaker at major events worldwide. Additionally, he has delivered keynote speeches for conferences and events on five continents.Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikejwalker/