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Emil Michael went from scaling Uber across 600 cities to rewiring the world's largest military.
In the midst of the Pentagon-Silicon Valley debate, the now U.S. Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering opens up about what a real partnership demands from both sides.
He also shares how he's built three new entry points for defense tech companies, and why America's military is called the "Department of War" again.
Guest: Emil Michael, U.S. Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering
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In the midst of the Pentagon-Silicon Valley debate, the now U.S. Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering opens up about what a real partnership demands from both sides.
He also shares how he's built three new entry points for defense tech companies, and why America's military is called the "Department of War" again.
Guest: Emil Michael, U.S. Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering
Connect with Emil Michael
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Grit explores what it takes to create, build, and scale world-class organizations. It features weekly episodes highlighting the leaders who are pushing their companies to make a difference. This series is hosted by Joubin Mirzadegan, go to market operating partner at Kleiner Perkins, a venture capital firm investing in history-making founders.