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On Block / Off Block Episode Twelve: Eduardo Valencia, MSP Airport – An airport through the economist’s lens

7th March 2025

On Block / Off Block is AeroCloud’s podcast about working in and with airports – and it’s hosted by our CEO, George Richardson.

 

 

In our twelfth episode, George speaks with with Eduardo Valencia, CIO of Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP), who brings over a decade of experience solving some of the most complex challenges in both the public and private sectors.

From his role as Chief Technology Officer for the State of Minnesota to leading MSP’s innovative approach to airport technology, Eduardo shares his unique problem-solving style, which includes a deep understanding of both the tech and business sides of operations.

We talk about how Eduardo translates business needs into technical solutions, his approach to high-level decision-making, and why being comfortable with uncertainty is key in tech leadership. Plus, Eduardo explains how using analogies can help bridge the gap between complex technical issues and business objectives.

The podcast is available on most platforms, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

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