# The Arc of Leadership: Lessons from Veritas Founder Mark Leslie

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Published: 2024-10-10T04:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of Tools for Tech Leaders, Ian speaks with Mark Leslie, the founding CEO of Veritas Software and a legendary figure in Silicon Valley. Mark shares invaluable insights from his remarkable journey scaling Veritas from a $64 million valuation at IPO to over $64 billion. The conversation delves into Mark's strategic approach to business transformation, his philosophy on leadership and trust-building, and the lessons he's learned from serving on over 50 company boards, offering practical advice on navigating corporate lifecycles, fostering innovation, and maintaining an entrepreneurial spirit in large organizations. This far-reaching conversation provides counsel to founders, C-suite executives, and aspiring leaders looking to build and scale successful technology companies in today's ever-changing landscape. Follow Tools for Tech Leaders on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14406502/ Find Ian Tien on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iantien/ Explore Mattermost here: https://mattermost.com/

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