4 Companies Started in 1977
Learn from founders and CEOs who launched their businesses in 1977

Tom Halverson
CEO, CoBank
In this interview, Tom Halverson discusses the opportunities and challenges shaping rural economies, from demographic shifts and technological adoption to access to capital and workforce development. Drawing on decades of leadership experience, he explains why transparency, strong culture, and long-term thinking are essential for sustainable growth. Halverson also shares leadership lessons on navigating change, building trust, and supporting resilient communities and businesses in an evolving economic landscape.

Salim Ramji
CEO, Vanguard
In this interview, Salim Ramji discusses how Vanguard is balancing technological innovation with its long-standing commitment to client-first investing. He explains how artificial intelligence, digital capabilities, and operational modernization can improve efficiency and investor outcomes without compromising trust. Ramji also shares leadership insights on managing transformation at scale, adapting to evolving client expectations, and creating long-term value through disciplined execution and principled decision-making.

Satya Nadella
Chairman & CEO, Microsoft
In this interview, Satya Nadella discusses Microsoft’s transformation into a cloud-and-AI leader and why artificial intelligence represents the next major computing platform shift. He shares insights on long-term investing, responsible AI development, organizational culture, and balancing innovation with trust. The conversation highlights platform strategy, continuous learning, enterprise transformation, and how empathy, curiosity, and inclusion help organizations adapt and thrive through periods of technological change.

Mark Shapiro
President and CEO
Mark Shapiro discusses his leadership role with the Toronto Blue Jays, modern baseball operations, player development, analytics, organizational culture, team-building philosophy, and the challenges of leading a Major League Baseball franchise.