Global CIO of Textron: Aerospace, AI, and Leadership Through 3 Cancer Battles - Todd Kackley | E01

Tune in to an inspiring conversation with Todd Kackley, VP and Global CIO of Textron, highlighting his leadership journey, resilience, and innovations in aerospace and defense. Todd discusses Textron’s pioneering developments, including electric aircraft, model-based engineering, and AI-driven maintenance solutions that enhance efficiency and safety. He shares his personal battle with cancer, navigating three recurrences while maintaining his role as a transformational leader. His story emphasizes vulnerability, trust in his team, and balancing health with professional responsibilities. The discussion also explores challenges in the aerospace industry, such as talent gaps and evolving technologies, alongside Todd’s passion for fostering the next generation of leaders and driving impactful change.Connect with Todd on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-kackley-564aba/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/00:00 Intro01:16 guest Introduction Todd Kackley01:27 What is Textron03:28 Exciting Trends in Aerospace and Defense04:19 Electric Aircrafts12:15 Talent Gap in Airspace and Defense 17:57 CG Infinity18:44 How did you end up in technology?22:41 Technology will always take care of itself24:00 Cancer Scare30:56 How did you handle the challenges32:50 What would you say to your team now34:20 Did having cancer changed you as a leader?36:08 Was work a blessing during that time?37:25 Early Detection38:59 Conversation Cards41:10 Like and Subscribe42:29 Tech CXO Excellence Program43:39 Outro