Aarash Darroodi is General Counsel, Executive Vice President, and Corporate Secretary of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation, one of the world’s global leaders in manufacturing instruments and amplifiers. He grew up in Iran with his grandparents and was able to move to his parents in the USA at the age of 7. His background and experience with immigration to the US shaped who he is today. With a background spanning over 19 countries, he connects cultures across the Americas, Europe, Asia, and beyond. His endeavors resulted in Fender's largest acquisition of PreSonus Audio Electronics. Darroodi attributes his success to several factors, including taking a Dale Carnegie course while he was a teenager. Aarash offers key pieces of advice that are core to his success and ingrained in his philosophy of life. -Become a Storyteller -Navigate Cross-Cultural Teams -Execute Innovative Leadership Strategies -Grow Through Networking -Make Strategic Decisions -Apply Adaptive Learning Techniques -Be Resilient in Adversity -Make Strategic Decisions