In this episode of Journey & Beyond, we sit down with Sherman Black, a seasoned CEO with over 20 years of experience leading and transforming global technology companies. Sherman has been at the helm of businesses that range from startups to billion-dollar enterprises, including leading a $4 billion division of Seagate and his role as CEO of Qumu.With a rich background in guiding organizations through growth, transformation, and challenges, Sherman shares his insights into what it takes to scale a company to the billion-dollar mark, navigate industry shifts, and build strong leadership teams. We dive deep into his experiences of running multimillion and multibillion-dollar businesses, how he approaches decision-making, and the leadership lessons he’s learned along the way.Throughout our conversation, Sherman reflects on the importance of adaptability and innovation in today’s fast-changing tech world. He talks about the challenges of leading companies through different stages of growth, including navigating market competition, fostering innovation, and maintaining a strong company culture.Sherman also highlights his time at Seagate, where he led a $4 billion business unit and helped steer the company through significant industry changes. Additionally, we discuss his role as CEO of Qumu, a leading provider of video content management solutions, and how he successfully positioned the company for growth in a highly competitive market.Beyond his corporate achievements, Sherman offers personal insights into leadership, mentorship, and the value of staying grounded, no matter the size of the company. His passion for empowering the next generation of leaders shines through as he discusses the lessons he’s paying forward to those stepping into leadership roles today.Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a current business leader, or simply someone interested in hearing about what it takes to run and transform global companies, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice from one of the most experienced leaders in the tech world.Tune in to hear Sherman Black’s incredible journey and gain wisdom from his vast experience at the top of global technology companies.Listen now to learn:How to lead companies through growth and transformationThe challenges of scaling multimillion-dollar businesses to billion-dollar enterprisesThe leadership mindset required for running global companiesLessons from Sherman’s time at Seagate and QumuHow to stay grounded while leading large organizationsThe future of leadership in the tech world

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