Doug Van Beek
With a background spanning archaeology and technology, Doug Van Beek now serves as IT Director for AFSCME Council 5 in Minnesota. His diverse experiences inform a unique perspective on work-life balance, unions in tech, and the impact of emerging technologies. Outside of work, Doug teaches pottery classes and previously participated in medieval armored combat.
Doug Van Beek on IT Unions, Pottery, and Work-Life Balance
Is there a way to achieve true work-life balance in IT? Doug Van Beek, Director of IT at AFSCME MN Council 5, shares insights from his journey from archaeology to technology leadership. He discusses the potential for unions in IT, the importance of hobbies like pottery and combat sports for mental health, and how AI could reshape the workplace.

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