He Led Stanford. He Chairs Alphabet. Here’s What He’s Learned.

What do you ask a man who’s helped shape the future of both education and technology? In this episode of Branded, host Ben Kaplan sits down with John Hennessy—former President of Stanford University and current Chairman of Alphabet (yes, the Google one)—for a rare conversation about leadership, innovation, and what it really takes to build something that lasts. From founding tech companies to guiding the next generation of Silicon Valley leaders, Hennessy shares what separates good ideas from great ones, why humility beats hype, and how to stay grounded when you're building for the stratosphere. This isn’t just a conversation about tech. It’s about legacy.