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Mina Boström Nakicenovic, Flightradar24, on Data, Leadership & the Future of Aviation

15 Jul 2025

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In this episode of Builders, host Lee Haynes sits down with Mina Boström Nakicenovic, CTO of Flightradar24, to explore her transition from developer to tech leader in one of the world’s most data-rich aviation platforms. Mina shares her insights on self-leadership, building high-performance engineering teams, and aligning technology with business strategy. She also discusses the critical role of data quality, sustainable growth, and collaboration in innovation. Learn how Flightradar24 uses flight data to shape the future of aviation and what emerging technologies are set to transform the industry.Chapters(00:00) Introduction to Mina Boström Nakicenovic(01:09) Mina's Career Journey and Transition to Leadership(03:07) Influence of Diverse Experiences on Leadership(04:26) The Importance of Self-Awareness in Leadership(07:11) Cultivating Self-Leadership in Teams(09:43) Integrating Business Strategy with Technology Leadership(12:56) Hiring for Technical Roles: Key Qualities(14:35) Building High-Performance Teams vs. Local Champions(18:10) Models of Optimal Company Growth(24:43) Achieving Sustainable Growth Without Sacrificing Culture(26:34) The Helicopter Pilot Metaphor for Leadership(27:38) Managing Expectations in a Growing Company(30:35) Data as a Product Strategy(33:24) Diverse Customer Segments and Their Needs(37:36) Technical Challenges in Data Infrastructure(41:43) Collaboration Between Technical and Non-Technical Teams(43:43) Balancing Data Quality with Innovation(45:11) Emerging Technologies and Future Trends(48:15) Advice for Aspiring Technical Leaders

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