Lee Williams: Podcast Interview with Amish Munshi

From dreaming of becoming a writer to leading groundbreaking tech innovations, Lee Williams has traveled an unexpected and inspiring path. In this episode of Mainstreet Minds, host Amish Munshi sits down with Lee to explore his incredible journey—from coding at UC Berkeley to holding C-suite roles at global tech firms like Palm and Nokia.

Lee shares how a college guidance counselor nudged him toward software development, leading to his early work on operating systems and some of the very first smartphones and tablets. He opens up about the importance of bridging the gap between technical and business teams, and how that became the foundation for his leadership style. You'll also hear Lee’s take on AI's current wave, the rise of "reasoning" in artificial intelligence, and what’s coming next in human-AI interaction.

Whether you're starting your tech career or looking to stay ahead of industry trends, this episode is packed with insight, real talk, and plenty of wisdom from someone who’s been at the forefront of multiple tech revolutions.

Guest Bio: Lee Williams is the founder of Edelleye, a forward-thinking technology agency focused on product innovation, marketing tech, and helping companies scale with purpose. Lee has held executive roles including SVP, CTO, and COO, and previously led product innovation at Palm and Nokia. He is also Vice Chair at Elder Wisdom Circle, an organization providing anonymous advice to people across the globe.

 

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