From Intern to CEO, Leadership Lessons with Tom Linebarger - Episode 23

How do you go from intern to CEO of a global powerhouse?

In this episode, former Cummins Chairman and CEO Tom Linebarger shares hard-earned leadership lessons on building high-performing teams, making bold strategic decisions, working effectively with boards, and raising capital the right way. He opens up about mentorship, humility in leadership, talent development, and why caring deeply about your people drives long-term success.

Now a Senior Advisor at General Catalyst, Tom breaks down what CEOs, founders, and executives must understand about governance, innovation, scaling teams, and sustaining growth in rapidly changing industries. If you want practical insights from someone who led a Fortune 500 company through transformation, this episode delivers.