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Listen "AI Leadership and Learning with Laura Longcore, Former Microsoft Vice President (EP 07, T1)"
Episode Synopsis
Join us as we dive into the inspiring career of Laura Longcore, who retired from Microsoft in 2024 after 25 years of impactful service. From her beginnings as a Division 1 diver to leading global teams in Data and AI, Laura shares insights on leadership development and employee skilling. Discover how her athletic background shaped her professional journey and her vision for training 60,000 employees.
Key Topics
Laura's journey from Division 1 diver to Microsoft VP Leadership roles in marketing, operations, and sales
Re-envisioning employee skilling strategies
Leading global teams in Data and AI Insights on leadership development
Guest
Laura Longcore, is a retired Microsoft executive with nearly 25 years of experience at the company, where she held various leadership roles including Vice President of Worldwide Learning, Vice President of Data & AI, and positions in marketing, operations, product planning, and sales. A graduate of Illinois State University and a former Division I athlete, she has a strong passion for learning and skill development. Post-retirement, she continues to share insights on leadership, AI adoption, and company culture through podcasts and posts.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to Laura Longcore's Journey
00:37 Leadership Development Through Athletics
Host
Mark A. Dronen is a veteran entrepreneur and executive coach at Elevator 321, where he focuses on leadership development, sales effectiveness, and helping tech leaders scale their businesses. He has built multiple businesses from scratch, led major digital transformation programs including Microsoft's largest offshore initiative, and secured partnerships with brands like American Express, IBM and NASCAR.
A graduate of Eastern Illinois University and recognized as its Distinguished Alumnus of the Year, Dronen is also a two-time Entrepreneur of the Year awardee, inventor of multiple patents, and host of the Elevating Performance podcast.
About Elevator 321 and the College of Coaches
We’re about moving the needle for leaders of tech-driven business. We should talk. Reach us at Elevator321.com.
#Entrepreneurship #Leadership #SalesEffectiveness #TechSales
Key Topics
Laura's journey from Division 1 diver to Microsoft VP Leadership roles in marketing, operations, and sales
Re-envisioning employee skilling strategies
Leading global teams in Data and AI Insights on leadership development
Guest
Laura Longcore, is a retired Microsoft executive with nearly 25 years of experience at the company, where she held various leadership roles including Vice President of Worldwide Learning, Vice President of Data & AI, and positions in marketing, operations, product planning, and sales. A graduate of Illinois State University and a former Division I athlete, she has a strong passion for learning and skill development. Post-retirement, she continues to share insights on leadership, AI adoption, and company culture through podcasts and posts.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to Laura Longcore's Journey
00:37 Leadership Development Through Athletics
Host
Mark A. Dronen is a veteran entrepreneur and executive coach at Elevator 321, where he focuses on leadership development, sales effectiveness, and helping tech leaders scale their businesses. He has built multiple businesses from scratch, led major digital transformation programs including Microsoft's largest offshore initiative, and secured partnerships with brands like American Express, IBM and NASCAR.
A graduate of Eastern Illinois University and recognized as its Distinguished Alumnus of the Year, Dronen is also a two-time Entrepreneur of the Year awardee, inventor of multiple patents, and host of the Elevating Performance podcast.
About Elevator 321 and the College of Coaches
We’re about moving the needle for leaders of tech-driven business. We should talk. Reach us at Elevator321.com.
#Entrepreneurship #Leadership #SalesEffectiveness #TechSales
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