You Won't Believe the "Horrible Lie" We Were Told About Keeping Knowledge Secret

In this episode of the Leaders in Tech podcast, host David Mansilla sits down with Kin Lee-Yow, CIO of CAA Club Group. Kin oversees the technological backbone of an organization obsessed with member safety—from roadside assistance to complex insurance underwriting through CAA Insurance and Echelon Insurance. Kin shares his personal "immigrant success story," moving from the tropical climate of Mauritius to the University of Waterloo, and how his early love for "tinkering" evolved into a high-stakes career in Cybersecurity and AI. Key Takeaways:The Mission of Safety: Learn how a simple mission statement—"obsessed with member safety"—drives every technical decision at CAA. Leadership is Psychology: Kin explains why his high school psychology course ended up being more valuable than his coding classes when it came to managing people. The 5 Principles of Success: A deep dive into Kin’s framework for a healthy corporate culture: Respect, Learning, Collaboration, Innovation, and Commitment. Collaboration Over Competition: Discover the definition of true collaboration—working to make your partner look good rather than trying to outshine them. The AI & Internet Parallel: Insights on why Generative AI is a powerful research tool that still requires human discernment and the "Clarify and Verify" method. Sharing is Growing: Why the "old school" mentality of hoarding knowledge is a "horrible lie" that keeps your career stagnant. About the Guest: Kin Lee-Yow is the CIO for CAA Club Group, focusing on digital transformation, cybersecurity, and the ethical implementation of AI. He is a mentor to students and a firm believer in the "Golden Rule" of business: doing unto others as you would have them do unto you. Follow for more insights from the giants of the tech industry!#LeadersInTech #CAACanada #CIO #TechLeadership #CyberSecurity #GenerativeAI #ServantLeadership #BusinessStrategy #Mentorship #TechInnovation