Airport Trends and Tech with DFW Airport VP of IT - Mike Youngs | E05

What kind of trends or cool tech is coming to DFW airport and an airport near you? Aviation and technology geeks, this one is for you!Mike Youngs, the VP of IT at DFW Airport in Dallas-Fort Worth and former Deputy CIO at the Phoenix Airport discusses his career in airport technology and shares some insights and advice. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the needs of customers and providing value through technology. Mike also talks about his passion for airports and the thrill of travel. He mentions some cool tech trends at DFW Airport. Mike highlights the growth of air travel and the need for optimization and sustainability in airport operations. He shares his desire to leave a legacy of serving his family and customers. The podcast ends with a surprise question from a conversation card.Connect with Mike on LinkedIn at  https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-youngs-719a3012/Want to build your authority and brand as a tech leader? Subscribe to our newsletter for updates, a free branding guide and 1-hour training for tech professionals: https://techlegacies.ck.page/newsletterConnect with the podcast host, Fanny Dunagan on LinkedIn at  https://www.linkedin.com/in/fannydunagan/Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:43 Guest Introduction Mike Youngs01:19 What is the best career advice you have ever gotten?02:59 What have you learned working in airports?04:54 Do you still feel a thrill walking through airports?06:11 What is your favorite airport?07:38 What is sparked your passion for technology?10:00 What is the secret to your success?11:28 What are the low points in your career?13:58 What do you do if you don't know the answer to a problem?16:41 How big is your team?16:55 CG Infinity20:38 How do you select your project managers?22:29 What cool tech is coming to DFW?27:03 Partnership with the UK28:47 What is the state of air travel now?30:37 What kind of legacy you want to leave behind?33:05 Conversation Cards35:15 Tech CXO Excellence Program36:36 Outro