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Ep 197 - Building Change: Jay Sears on Leadership, Legacy, and Team Daya
Monday, 1 December, 2025
Jay Sears, founder and CEO of Team Daya, discussed the organization's mission to build primary schools in remote areas, funded by contributions from the ad tech industry. Team Daya operates in five countries: Senegal, Malawi, Nepal, Nicaragua, and Guatemala. Sears emphasized the importance of community involvement, with local communities providing land and labor. The organization has completed 11 schools and aims to expand its impact. Sears also reflected on his career in ad tech, highlighting the need for leadership and the transformative power of AI in the industry. Timestamp: Podcasting Software and Initial Introductions 0:00 Introduction of Jay Sears and Team Daya 3:16 Challenges and Successes in Building Schools 12:58 Jay's Career Journey in Ad Tech 15:47 Leadership and Personal Growth 23:17 Impact of Team Daya's Work 24:51 Personal Reflections and Future Plans 30:47 Final Thoughts and Next Steps 33:11
