Managing Engineering Teams, AI’s Impact, and Key Startup Lessons

In this episode of Tech Teams Today, host Lucas Mendes, CEO of Revelo, dives deep into the realities of tech leadership, AI, and startup challenges. Our guest, Heather Townsend, Co-Founder and COO of Cabana, shares hard-earned lessons from navigating the shift from legal tech to co-founding a startup, emphasizing why trusting your instincts often trumps expert advice. We explore the evolving role of AI in engineering, the best strategies for managing remote and hybrid tech teams, and why adaptability is the key trait of successful engineering leaders. If you’re a tech leader or entrepreneur looking to scale a team, leverage AI effectively, or make better hiring decisions, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.