Speaking Up

Acknowledgments

“It takes a village,” is a cliché that describes the evolution of this book perfectly. Although I am the author of the book, there have been literally hundreds of people without whose help this project could not have come to life.

The executives who have been so generous with their time and so willing to share their expertise are at the center of this work. I am very grateful to them. A special thanks goes to the eleven people who opened their hearts and minds to make Part IV possible: Dan Warmenhoven, Felicia Marcus, Ginger Graham, Dan Eilers, Anna Eshoo, Ned Barnholt, John Kispert, Audrey MacLean, Steve Blank, Brenda Rhodes, and Rick Wallace. They talked about their backgrounds, mentors, families, and legacies. Their shared ...