S01-E12- Beyond the Silo: Translating Tech into Transformation - CIO Meets COO

COO Maroquine Aziz joins Dana and Bo to explore leadership beyond the IT silo—where systems thinking meets strategic vision. From her dual background in computer science and business, Maro shares how transformational leadership thrives on cross-functional partnerships, trust, and the ability to translate between tech and business.

This episode dives into:

• What digital transformation really means (hint: it’s not just new tools)
• Making AI a driver of change, not a side experiment
• Operational excellence as a mindset, not a metric
• Rethinking KPIs to include purpose, people, and platforms
• Navigating CIO–COO tension with radical candor and shared goals

Whether you're a CIO, COO, or aspiring leader, this conversation offers practical insights on building trust, driving change, and earning your seat at the strategic table.

The Speed of Trust

TopFractionalExecs

About Maroquine Aziz:

Maroquine is a seasoned transformation leader and COO with a track record of driving strategic change across complex organizations. As Founder of TopFractionalExecs, she provides agile, high-impact executive support to help companies stabilize, scale, and navigate critical moments of change. Her expertise spans organizational transformation, process optimization, and change management—blending strategic insight with hands-on execution.