The CEO Series: A Conversation with Ruby Sheera and Sam Kingston

In this interview, Ruby Sheera chats to Sam Kingston CEO, about his recent experience at Mobica, a business that was later acquired by Cognizant. Sam discusses the challenges he faced when joining Mobica in 2020, highlighting the tensions between the founders and the private equity company.

He emphasises the importance of addressing cultural issues and making swift changes in leadership to set a new direction. Sam also shares insights into dealing with "age prejudice" in executive roles, stressing the need for authenticity, experience demonstration, and endorsement from credible references.

The conversation delves into the tough decisions Sam had to make as CEO and how he ensured they were in the best interest of all stakeholders. Reflecting on the experience, Sam acknowledges the need for adaptability and being brave in unique business situations.

Looking forward, he expresses his desire to continue making significant contributions to businesses and dispels the notion of luck, attributing success to hard work, commitment, and enthusiasm. If you would to view more videos like this then visit our YouTube channel

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