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Tuesday Apr 14, 2026
Tuesday Apr 14, 2026
Think org charts are just boxes and lines? Think again. Gene Marks sits down with OrgChart CEO Tom McCarty to explore how a living, data-connected org chart can transform workforce planning, boost company valuation, support AI-readiness, and give employees a clear path forward. From 30-person shops to enterprise teams, this conversation will make you rethink how you manage your most valuable asset.
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Topics include:
00:00 – Episode preview and guest introduction
01:18 – Why org charts matter beyond spreadsheets
03:48 – Org charts as career paths and transparency tools
05:16 – Succession planning, exits, and M&A
07:08 – Org charts as the foundation for HR
10:01 – What OrgChart does
14:07 – Why not just use ChatGPT for org charts?
17:30 – Using your org chart for strategic decisions
21:24 – OrgChart pricing, wrap up, and thank you
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