90% of CTOs Get This WRONG: Engineering to CEO Evolution

Name: 90% of CTOs Get This WRONG: Engineering to CEO Evolution
Uploaded: 2026-06-29T07:54:45.000Z
Channel: InfoQ
Description: A talk for engineering leaders and CTOs about transitioning from individual contributor to CEO, covering the PMF framework, when to code vs delegate, and treating AI as a mid-level team member. Includes practical advice from Silicon Valley investors on strategic decision-making for technical founders.

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InfoQ June 29, 2026

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A talk for engineering leaders and CTOs about transitioning from individual contributor to CEO, covering the PMF framework, when to code vs delegate, and treating AI as a mid-level team member. Includes practical advice from Silicon Valley investors on strategic decision-making for technical founders.