Why Analytics Will Define The Next Decade: Jen Taylor on Leading Mixpanel

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THE SHIFT marks the evolution of Danny Levy’s long‑running exploration into digital transformation and leadership — expanding the conversation into the forces, decisions, and technologies redefining the future of business.
In this debut episode of the next chapter, Danny sits down with Jen Taylor, CEO of Mixpanel and one of the most influential product and data leaders of her generation. With a career spanning pivotal roles at Salesforce, Cloudflare, and now Mixpanel, Jen brings a rare combination of product intuition, operational discipline, and transformational leadership.
Together, they explore the shifting landscape of modern business: what it means to lead through uncertainty, how data and analytics are accelerating organisational change, and the mindset required to navigate — and shape — the next wave of innovation. Jen opens up about her journey, her leadership philosophy, and the future she sees unfolding across industries.