
In this episode of the Irish Goodbye Business Podcast, I sit down with my good friend and colleague, Gene Michael Koopman, Enterprise Architect at Salesforce. Gene’s career hasn’t followed a straight line—from waiting tables in an all-night diner to leading architecture at Fortune 500s, his path shows how unexpected turns can fuel big opportunities.We cover what an Enterprise Architect really does, why broad thinking matters as much as technical depth, and how Gene helps global organizations navigate digital transformation and AI. He also shares lessons learned along the way, plus why there’s a snowboard hanging in his Florida office.If you’ve ever wondered what goes on behind the title Enterprise Architect, or how to balance technical expertise with strategic influence, this episode’s for you.#IrishGoodbyePodcast #BusinessPodcast #Careers #EnterpriseArchitecture #Salesforce #DigitalTransformation #AI #Leadership #CareerGrowth #TechCareers