BYTE: From New Delhi to Dallas: UTD Associate Dean’s Origin Story | E07a

What happens when a curious kid in New Delhi never puts his hand down?Gaurav Shekhar, Associate Dean at UT Dallas, reflects on how growing up in India shaped his leadership style, his love of experimentation, and his passion for bridging academia with industry. In this episode of Tech Legacies Podcast, Gaurav shares personal stories of fearless curiosity, supportive teachers, and why he now walks into meetings without a pitch deck… and leaves with a mission.You’ll hear: Why childhood encouragement matters more than we realizeHow to start powerful conversations with just one questionThe value of showing up without a script and leading with purpose