"At many companies, business development is treated as a sales tool for incremental growth, but I believe that business development can bend our growth curve in a big way. It should accelerate our ability to grow, helping us quickly close gaps or leap ahead of competitors."
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Peggy Johnson is a pioneering figure in the technology sector, known for her significant contributions to the telecommunications and innovation landscape. Born in 1961, she began her career at Qualcomm, where she played a key role in developing the company's wireless technology. As the CEO of Magic Leap and a prominent advocate for diversity in tech, Johnson's leadership has inspired countless individuals. Her legacy reflects a commitment to pushing boundaries and fostering inclusivity, making her a trailblazer in an industry often dominated by men.
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"Wireless is the largest information, communication, and technology platform in history, and mobile broadband is transforming how we can deliver educational materials and experiences to all students. The technology now exists to support learning on a massive scale and advance the 21st century skills needed to compete in the global economy."
Peggy Johnson
"Qualcomm has seen firsthand the transformative power of mobile technology as part of many projects created through its Wireless Reach initiative - programs around the world that help educators, health care workers, and entrepreneurs take advantage of mobile technology."
Peggy Johnson"It's up to you to define your own brand of leadership and your own version of success."
Peggy Johnson"Very early in my career, I thought I had to conform to one style of leadership - lead by being the loudest one in the room, with the sharpest elbows."
Peggy Johnson"A lot of companies have nice-sounding cultural values like integrity, respect, and excellence, but if those values don't map to specific behaviors, then they quickly get lost. Instead, we see what's called a 'halo effect' where leaders tend to overvalue certain attributes and undervalue others."
Peggy Johnson
"Business development is a part of M&A - we identify signals in the market, whether its trends or disruptive technology, and bring them back and address the opportunities. I have three levers I can pull - partnerships, acquisitions, or investments."
Peggy Johnson