Tapio Haku

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Tell us about yourself?

I have a peg for a leg, and I show no mercy when thumb wrestling. My children can attest to that.

What's your background?

I was born on the Iron Range, but I don’t play hockey – very well. I have not seen any of the Godfather movies, nor Scarface. I have seen Oscar though. Watching Sylvester Stallone and Vincent Spano light up the screen is a delight.

What inspires you?

Besides Vincent Spano? Really good curry.

What's it like working at DWS?

It’s like losing yourself in an exotic bazaar in some distant country. The sights, the sounds and the smells are mesmerizing. If only I could understand what everyone’s saying?

Has this job affected your skills?

Yes.

Why is your job so interesting?

Because of the amazing people at Adobe.

What personal and work characteristics are important to have with your job?

I don’t understand the question and I refuse to answer it.

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What’s the best thing about working at DWS?

Getting to participate in the DWS All Star Jazz Band. Sammy Nestico rules!

What's a typical work day like for you?

I wake at 4 am sharp and eat a bowl of oatmeal (thank YOU, Wilford Brimley). I then run flat out as fast as I can until I collapse. Then at 4:10 I lay down on my couch until it’s time to go to work. Then I work all day, return home, play with my kids, tell them to go to bed and then sit down and read the latest issue of In Style magazine until I fall asleep.