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Shayne Fitz-Coy

co-FounderSabot Family Companies

Palo Alto, CA

Skills

Leadership
Entrepreneur

About

Shayne Fitz-Coy is the co-founder of Sabot Family Companies, a long term investment company founded in 2016 in Stanford, California. Shayne is an innovator and entrepreneur with a keen eye for managing growing enterprises.

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20 ways to build a resilient company culture in uncertain times

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To thrive through disruption, leaders must develop cultures grounded in trust, communication, and purpose. Uncertainty is inevitable in today’s business landscape, thanks to economic volatility, leadership changes, and global disruptions. But while instability can rattle even the strongest organizations, resilient cultures rise above the noise. The foundation for resilience is laid long before a crisis hits through clear values, transparent leadership, and strong interpersonal trust. To understand how today’s executives create adaptable, cohesive, and confident teams in unpredictable times, 20 Fast Company Executive Board members share their top strategies for cultivating resilience across their organizations.

17 best practices that help brands grow alongside their customers

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To build long-term loyalty and relevance, brands must evolve with their customers and stay aligned with their expectations. Customer expectations are constantly changing, and the most successful brands are proactive enough to anticipate them. Sales growth in the modern age is all about forging stronger relationships, building trust, and creating value at every stage of the customer journey. From real-time feedback loops to thought leadership and adaptive storytelling, business leaders are finding new ways to grow in sync with the people they serve. To that end, 17  members of the Fast Company Executive Board share the most effective practices they’ve used to evolve alongside their customers and strengthen long-term loyalty.

The executive advantage: 4 essential tools that save hours on every international business trip

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After decades leading cross-border deals, here are four time-saving tools I never leave the country without.

20 ways leaders stay grounded and motivated in times of rapid change

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In unpredictable conditions, these leaders have found reliable ways to stay focused, energized, and clear-headed. The demands of leadership don’t pause when the ground shifts. For those guiding teams through uncertainty, staying present and motivated is vital to making sound decisions, maintaining team morale, and sustaining long-term momentum.  In volatile environments, personal clarity can be hard for leaders to hold onto. To understand how experienced leaders maintain focus, 20 Fast Company Executive Board members share what keeps them steady and inspired. Their answers highlight the habits, values, and real-world reminders that help them lead through disruption without losing direction.

20 things business leaders wish they had done differently from the start

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If given the chance to start over, these are the moves seasoned entrepreneurs say they’d make to build their businesses differently today. Hindsight can be a powerful teacher, especially for entrepreneurs who’ve weathered the highs and lows of building a business from the ground up. From financial decisions and branding strategies to selecting the right partners and saying “no” sooner, many business leaders have learned what they’d do differently if they had the chance to start fresh. To that end, Fast Company Executive Board members reflect on those hard-earned lessons and share the changes they’d make if they were launching their companies today. Here's how they've used what they've learned as a valuable roadmap for building stronger, more resilient companies.

20 tips to help first-time brand leaders shine in media interviews

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Your first big interview with the press can feel intimidating, but the right preparation can turn it into a defining moment for you as a brand leader. Whether it’s a podcast, panel, or live social media event, stepping into the spotlight for the first time as a brand leader can feel like walking into a conversation where everyone else already knows the script. But with the right preparation, these moments can become powerful opportunities to share your story, connect with your audience, and elevate your company’s message. From refining your talking points to embracing authenticity and learning to handle tough questions, small adjustments can make a big impact. To help you feel confident and prepared, 20 Fast Company Executive Board members share their best advice for first-time brand leaders getting ready for a media interview or public appearance.

Company details

Sabot Family Companies

Company bio

Sabot Family Companies is a holding company founded in 2016 by Shayne Fitz-Coy and Arar Han. The company is headquartered in Stanford, California, and operates in multiple industries including business services, healthcare, education, and software.

Industry

Technology

Company size

51 - 200