In this episode of EdTech Elevated, Lisa March, President and Founder of Partner in Publishing, sits down with Leigh Newsome, Partner at Hoola Hoop and adjunct professor at NYU. They discuss how EdTech companies can navigate the complexities of technology leadership and scale successfully. Leigh shares his journey from Silicon Valley engineer to CEO and advisor, offering valuable insights on optimizing tech teams, managing technical debt, and making strategic decisions that align with a company's mission and vision. The conversation explores challenges in outsourcing, the growing role of AI in EdTech, and how to assess and integrate new technologies during mergers and acquisitions. Leigh also highlights the importance of transparent communication between CEOs and CTOs and shares how Hoola Hoop's multidisciplinary team supports C-level leaders through coaching, due diligence, and tailored advisory services. Sponsored by Partner in Publishing: https://partnerinpublishing.com/    Bookmarks: 00:06 - Introduction to EdTech Elevated 00:22 - Leigh Newsome's Background and Role 01:31 - Leigh's journey to Hoola Hoop and CTO Leadership 05:09 - Challenges in Technology Leadership 07:42 - AI's Impact on EdTech 10:18 - Supporting Pre-Revenue Companies 13:03 - Due Diligence for Investors and M&A 16:45 - Outsourcing and Tech Team Management 19:20 - CEO and CTO Collaboration 25:10 - Hoola Hoop Team Overview 27:12 - Closing Remarks   Resources:  Leigh Newsome Lisa March Hoola Hoop Partner in Publishing

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