The Digital Leaders Playbook: Paul Coby on how great tech leaders grow and adapt

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The Digital Leaders Playbook: Paul Coby on how great tech leaders grow and adapt
Oct 28, 2025 Season 2 Episode 9
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What makes a great technology leader in a world that never stands still?

In this special episode, Matt Smith, Managing Director Europe at Investigo, speaks with Paul Coby - author of The Digital Leaders Playbook, CIO at Persimmon Homes and former CIO at Johnson Matthey, John Lewis and British Airways - about the evolving role of the CIO and what it truly means to lead through digital change.

Paul shares how his fascination with how people use technology - both in business and in life - has shaped his leadership philosophy. He reflects on why success in one company doesn’t always translate to another, and why the best leaders take time to pause, reflect, and adapt.

Far from a theoretical guide, The Digital Leaders Playbook offers real-world insights, practical examples, and timeless advice for aspiring and current tech leaders alike. Paul also shares his unique perspective on how history and technology intertwine, offering lessons for those navigating the fast-moving digital landscape.

To learn more about how Investigo partners with exceptional technology leaders and organisations shaping the digital future, visit www.investigo.co.uk

To learn more about the team, visit our website at www.weareinx.com.

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