Fanny Dunagan is the CEO and Content Strategist of PathLynks, a content & video marketing consultancy serving the technology industry. Her firm specializes in LinkedIn content strategies and plans, as well as livestreams, video marketing & production. She trains leadership teams on personal and business branding, to build authority and thought leadership around their products, services and values. Before starting her own company, Fanny had a corporate career in change management, communications and training for technology projects in the Aerospace & Defense industry. As a senior consultant at Arthur Andersen Business Consulting and HCL Technologies, she served Fortune 500 clients such as Singapore Airlines and Raytheon Technologies (formerly GoodrichCorp).She paused her corporate career to be a stay-at- home mom to their two children and subsequently became an entrepreneur helping small, medium and enterprise-level companies with branding and content marketing. She’s spoken about branding, videos and livestreaming at a variety of marketing and technology associations, as well as at the headquarters of Toyota and Whole Foods. She's also been a keynote speaker at State of Search Conference and Video Marketing World Conference. She is the host of The CG Hour and the Creator Tips, Tools & Tales Live shows, as well as the Tech Legacies video podcast.
AI in Supply Chain - what you need to know
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AI in Supply Chain: A Conversation with Fortune 10 Tech Executive, Ashish Barve The latest episode of Tech Leaders Untold is live! I sat down with Ashish Barve, a technology executive who’s led transformations at companies including P&G, Honeywell, Ecolab, and McKesson. What makes Ashish’s perspective so powerful? He started his career on the shop floor… and today advises Fortune 10 leadership teams. That “bilingual” fluency in both business and technology shapes everything he does. Here are a few standout moments from our conversation: Tech leaders must speak business Ashish explains why understanding business fundamentals is non-negotiable: “Most IT organizations are in the business of supporting the core businesses… driving top line or optimizing bottom line.” Technology isn’t the goal. Business impact is. Fix the forecast, fix the supply chain Most companies operate at only 60-65% forecasting accuracy. Even a 5-8% improvement can massively impact inventory and customer satisfaction. Translation: focus on getting the right product, in the right place, at the right time. AI dreams vs. reality One of the biggest mistakes leaders make? Overhyping AI’s capabilities. Ashish stresses the importance of setting realistic expectations: “Wrong expectation setting puts technology organizations in a wrong spot.” AI is powerful…but it’s still learning. Humans + machines (not humans vs machines) Ashish is clear: AI won’t replace humanity. But people who use AI will outperform those who don’t. The future belongs to professionals who understand both the physical and digital worlds. Career growth = PIE For anyone stuck at the manager or director level, Ashish shares his career framework: P – Performance I – Image E – Exposure Performance matters, but so does how people experience working with you and whether decision-makers actually know your name. His best mentoring advice “Understand your situation… your values, your experiences, and what you bring to the table.” Self-awareness + consistent delivery = long-term growth. If you’re a tech leader navigating AI, supply chain complexity, or career growth, this episode is packed with practical wisdom. Watch the full episode here! Or… listen on your favorite podcast platform: Spotify As always, thank you for being part of this community. Visibility drives opportunity. – Fanny Thank you to our Tech Legacies sponsor, CG Infinity!Huge thank you to CG Infinity for sponsoring our podcast so we are able to feature these tech leaders with their perspectives and insights. Follow their company page to learn about their tech consulting services and #peoplefirst culture. Looking for a heart-centered executive coach in the tech industry?You're already knowledgeable and experienced in your career. The next level is about leadership, developing teams and overcoming self-limiting beliefs. Shaunna Black is now a sponsor of our podcast and she can help you on that growth trajectory. I highly recommend her services. Connect with her to learn more. Shout out to our partner, Tech CXO Launchpad!Shout out to our partners at Tech CxO LaunchPad. Connect with Karen Bruno to learn more about the Program, the benefits, the outcomes, and how this Program provides a blueprint for new C-Level Execs or the path to the C-Suite for rising stars. Now I want to hear from you, ReaderDo you prefer to watch podcasts on YouTube or listen to podcasts on Apple/Spotify? |
Fanny Dunagan
Fanny Dunagan is the CEO and Content Strategist of PathLynks, a content & video marketing consultancy serving the technology industry. Her firm specializes in LinkedIn content strategies and plans, as well as livestreams, video marketing & production. She trains leadership teams on personal and business branding, to build authority and thought leadership around their products, services and values. Before starting her own company, Fanny had a corporate career in change management, communications and training for technology projects in the Aerospace & Defense industry. As a senior consultant at Arthur Andersen Business Consulting and HCL Technologies, she served Fortune 500 clients such as Singapore Airlines and Raytheon Technologies (formerly GoodrichCorp).She paused her corporate career to be a stay-at- home mom to their two children and subsequently became an entrepreneur helping small, medium and enterprise-level companies with branding and content marketing. She’s spoken about branding, videos and livestreaming at a variety of marketing and technology associations, as well as at the headquarters of Toyota and Whole Foods. She's also been a keynote speaker at State of Search Conference and Video Marketing World Conference. She is the host of The CG Hour and the Creator Tips, Tools & Tales Live shows, as well as the Tech Legacies video podcast.
I missed my 10-year anniversary. 😳 Back in September, PathLynks quietly turned ten… and while I briefly thought about it, the importance of being in business for a decade quickly faded from my mind. But as we head into the holiday season, I want to pause and celebrate. Not just the milestone, but the lessons behind it. Here are the three biggest things I’ve learned over the past decade that I hope can support you on your own path: Clarity. When I started, I was running job fairs with two...
The Rise of Podcasts: Why Everyone’s Listening Podcasts have become one of the most trusted, intimate, and influential media formats in the world. What began as a niche hobby is now part of daily life for millions. By the numbers: 158 million Americans listen to podcasts each month, representing more than half the U.S. population ages 12 and up. 584 million people worldwide now tune in regularly, and the audience continues to grow. Podcast hosts are considered 64% more trustworthy than other...
Tech Leaders Untold Podcast | Spotlight on Tech Titans This Friday, September 12, is one of the premier events in the DFW tech community; the Tech Titans Awards Gala. It’s a night that brings together innovators, CIOs, and companies making a real impact in the Dallas-Fort Worth region. In anticipation of the gala, I sat down with three amazing leaders for the Tech Leaders Untold podcast. We didn’t just talk about technology, but also culture, leadership, self-doubt, and how AI is changing the...