Episode #95: Christine Heckart Reveals the Key to Thriving in Silicon Valley

Christine Heckart isn’t just a leader—she’s a champion of creating workplaces where people can truly thrive. CEO of Xapa World and a veteran in the tech world with over 25 years of experience, her story is a testament to the power of leading with authenticity, empathy, and purpose—and she’s here to share it all. We talk about how to help individuals become their best selves both personally and professionally, and the importance of authenticity and empathy in leadership. Christine also shares practical insights on handling layoffs with compassion, building high-trust cultures, and maintaining a balanced life.  ** If you enjoy this podcast, would you consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes only a few seconds and greatly helps us get our podcast out to a wider audience. Please subscribe on Apple Podcasts / Spotify / Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. For transcripts and show notes, please go to: https://www.theconsciouscapitalists.com This show is presented by Conscious Capitalism, Inc. (https://www.consciouscapitalism.org/) and is produced by Rainbow Creative (https://www.rainbowcreative.co/) with Matthew Jones as Executive Producer, Rithu Jagannath as Lead Producer, and Nathan Wheatley as Editor. Thank you for your support! - Timothy & Raj Time Stamps 00:00 Welcome to The Conscious Capitalists 00:36 Introducing Christine Heckart 02:38 Christine's Journey in Tech 05:12 The Birth of Zappa 07:24 Building High-Trust Cultures 13:11 Leadership Lessons and Personal Growth 19:19 Navigating COVID Challenges 31:41 The Decline of Soft Skills Training in Companies 32:35 The Importance of Employee Recognition 33:33 Empowering Employees to Innovate 34:46 Creating Empowered Environments 35:35 Personal and Professional Growth at Zappa 36:21 Christine's Legacy and Purpose 39:57 Advice for Young Women in Tech 46:17 Balancing Work and Personal Life 55:04 Conscious Leadership and Board Governance 58:51 Final Thoughts and Gratitude