Jason La BarberaFor Joby · September 2026
03 / An invitation to compare notes

What does this role most need to make possible?

My outside view points toward supporting an experienced team across very different kinds of hiring demand. You have the context that the research cannot provide.

Which business commitment most needs stronger talent leadership—and what would you want this appointment to change?

I’d welcome a conversation about that priority, the team you’re building and where my experience could be useful.

Jason La Barbera
Santa Cruz, CA

Supporting detail, if usefulThe proposed first 90 days →Research, sources and open questions →The hypothetical readiness example →