EPISODE 3

Aligning Technology with Business

Insights from Aravind Kashyap, CIO of Riddell Sports

Haricharan Mylaraiah
Haricharan Mylaraiah
Aravind Kashyap
Aravind Kashyap
Haricharan Mylaraiah
Haricharan Mylaraiah
Aravind Kashyap
Aravind Kashyap
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Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction to Aravind Kashyap and His Journey
  • 04:57 The Evolution of Technology and Career
  • 09:55 The Role of Mentorship in Career Development
  • 15:10 Key Principles for Successful Transformation
  • 19:55 Mistakes Organizations Make in Technology Adoption
  • 25:13 Balancing Innovation and Security
  • 30:01 The Impact of AI on Business Transformation
  • 32:02 AI in Manufacturing and Sales
  • 34:43 Leadership Philosophy in a Changing World
  • 38:40 Fostering a Culture of Innovation
  • 42:01 The Role of Startups in Solving Problems
  • 44:25 Future Technologies: Quantum Computing and AI
  • 49:25 Disrupting Safety and Security with Technology
  • 51:49 Tough Leadership Decisions
  • 54:02 Advice for New CIOs
  • 57:41 Influential Books and Resources

In this episode of Boardroom to Backend, we hosted Aravind Kashyap, the CIO of Riddell Sports, a leading manufacturer of American football equipment. With over 30 years of experience in the IT industry, Aravind shares his journey from his early days at Larsen & Toubro to his current role, where he spearheads digital transformation initiatives. The discussion explores his career evolution, the mentors who shaped his leadership style, and his insights into successful technology transformations. Aravind emphasizes the importance of aligning technology with business goals, fostering organizational change, and adopting an agile approach to transformation.

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Aravind Kashyap

Aravind Kashyap is an accomplished IT leader with over 30 years of experience, currently serving as the CIO of Riddell Sports, a leading manufacturer and distributor of American football equipment. In this role, Aravind spearheads digital transformation initiatives, ensuring the organization is technologically future-ready while prioritizing player performance and safety.

 Beyond his professional commitments, Aravind is deeply passionate about football and serves as a mentor, advisor, and a distinguished leader for various local and international forums. He also advises several startups and has been a global chair of technology conferences as well, and he believes in promoting innovation and automation. He holds an undergrad degree in computer science from the prestigious PSG College of Technology in Coimbatore, and he also holds an MBA from DePaul University, Chicago.

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Key Takeaways

Aravind's career was shaped by early opportunities rather than just passion.

Successful technology transformation requires alignment with business goals.

AI is moving from an accepted to an expected technology.

Transformation is an ongoing process, not a one-time event.

Understanding total cost of ownership is vital for technology investments.

Agility, accountability, and results- These are the core values that define effective leadership in tech.

Creating a safe space for experimentation fosters innovation.

Quantum computing will revolutionize computational processes.

New CIOs should master business knowledge, not just technology.

Reading and sharing knowledge can align teams better.

Top Quotes from the Conversation

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Opportunity first, passion next.

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Lack of clear objectives is a big mistake

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Transformation is not just a technical upgrade.

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