Code42 CEO Joe Payne

On this episode of the CEO Podcast, Joe Payne, the CEO of Code42, discusses the significance of their software in preventing data loss and insider threats, citing high-profile cases like Edward Snowden and Anthony Levandowski. Payne emphasizes the importance of protecting companies from employees who might make poor decisions with sensitive data.
Joe Payne talks about his journey to becoming CEO of Code42, explaining the company's transformation from an endpoint backup business to a leader in data security. He reflects on the challenges and extended timeline of this transformation, initially expecting it to take three to four years but realizing it took nine. He stresses the importance of being authentic, transparent, and relentlessly pursuing betterment as key leadership traits. Additionally, Payne addresses how AI is being integrated into their software to identify corporate and personal data, and how Code42 adapts to the dynamic nature of security threats.
Timestamps:
0:00 - 0:45 - Introduction and Joe Payne's role as CEO of Code42.
0:46 - 2:00 - Relevance of Code42 in preventing cases like Edward Snowden and Anthony Levandowski.
2:01 - 3:00 - Details about Levandowski's case and his pardon by President Trump.
3:01 - 3:30 - Joe Payne thanks Clint Betts for having him on the show.
3:31 - 4:30 - Code42's mission to secure a collaborative culture.
4:31 - 6:00 - Joe Payne's journey to becoming CEO of Code42 and the company’s transformation.
6:01 - 10:00 - Challenges and timeline of transforming Code42; reflection on why business transformations take longer than expected.
10:01 - 10:45 - Joe Payne's base in Washington, DC, and Code42's headquarters in Minneapolis.
10:46 - 11:45 - Advantages of Minneapolis as a business location.
11:46 - 14:30 - A typical day for Joe Payne, including personal habits and meeting routines.
14:31 - 18:30 - Importance of regular communication and meetings in leadership; impact of AI and its integration into Code42's software.
18:31 - 21:00 - Book recommendations and current reading habits of Joe Payne.
21:01 - 25:00 - Traits of successful leadership: authenticity, transparency, and relentless improvement.
25:01 - 29:30 - Creating a welcoming work environment, including alcohol management and company culture.
29:31 - 32:00 - Essential tools and apps Joe Payne uses daily; discussion about Code42's product and customer interactions.
32:01 - 35:00 - Final thoughts on leadership and giving chances, mentioning Bruce Payne and Brad Willison; concluding remarks and invitation to return for further discussions.