Pivotal with Hayete Gallot

Jun 04 2024 25 ep. 32 mins 41
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At the center of every technology transformation are people with visionary ideas for innovation, and the drive to push them forward. Pivotal with Hayete Gallot from Microsoft spotlights the heroes who are giving technology its purpose and driving impact for their business, community, and society.

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