“Erik is the best CEO and manager I've ever worked for, and there have been many. He's incredibly driven and a fast thinker. Most importantly, he's one of those guys who actually lives by the motto: the best idea wins. Although extremely smart, he doesn't let his ego dictate outcomes. And while Erik is open to all ideas, he also drives decisions, rather than seeking or waiting for unanimity. In other words, he is a leader, focused on maximizing enterprise value. He is also an excellent fund raiser. Erik is also a great manager. Very analytical and direct. He puts great value on transparency. Erik not only tells you when he doesn't agree with you, or that you're on the wrong track, he also insists that members of the executive team deal with each other directly, rather than through him. The net result: Erik cultivates an apolitical, results oriented company culture. I would gladly work for Erik again without hesitation. If I were asked to be a CEO tomorrow, I would model much of my approach to the role around Erik's approach. Imitation is the highest form of flattery and I would try my best to imitate Erik.”
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Thrilled to be with such incredible leaders in the Berkshires for the Beet Retreat. Thank you to Andy Plesser and the entire Beet.TV team for…
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A slide from David Ellison's Skydance Paramount pitch deck. Under the 'Generative AI' column we have... •Opportunity to leverage models and…
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Thanks Beet.TV and Andy Plesser and Jon Watts. Appreciate you allowing us to tell the Kinective Media℠ by United Airlines launch United Airlines
Thanks Beet.TV and Andy Plesser and Jon Watts. Appreciate you allowing us to tell the Kinective Media℠ by United Airlines launch United Airlines
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