Facing Disruption - Accelerating Innovation, Growth, and Resilience

Facing Disruption is a webcast that explores the intersection of technology and humanity through conversations with leaders across industries. We help leaders understand how emerging trends and technologies are impacting their businesses and customers, ultimately turning shifting market trends into new opportunities. Our content spans three key pillars: The Future of explores emerging technologies and their industry impact Rockstar Product Teams reveals strategies for building better products faster The Experimenter's Mindset showcases how calculated risk-taking drives innovation

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Private capital in the U.S. defense industrial base - a new era of public-private collaboration

In this episode, we unpack how private equity, venture capital, and innovative investment strategies are reshaping national security, streamlining procurement, and accelerating technology breakthroughs for the Department of Defense.Are you a defense innovator, investor, or policymaker wondering why defense startups struggle to scale—or how new funding models can supercharge military modernization? Get expert insights, real-world case studies, and actionable recommendations in this can't-miss dis...

Jun 05, 2025•56 min

Learn the Inside Innovator Mindset! Unlock the Power of Intrapreneurship with Louis Gump

Curious about how the best intrapreneurs drive innovation within large organizations? In this episode of Experimenters Mindset, host AJ Bubb interviews Louis Gump, author of "The Inside Innovator," as they reveal actionable strategies for leading change, creating value, and sustaining personal fulfillment inside top companies. Discover the secrets behind "seven-year overnight successes," why integrity matters most, and how to build the relationships that make innovation possible. Are you a leade...

May 30, 2025•1 hr 8 min

Burn Bright, Don’t Burn Out | How Leaders Can Reclaim Their Energy, Focus, and Purpose

Burnout isn’t just about too much work-it's a wake-up call to reconnect with your inner truth. In this episode, AJ Bubb(https://www.ajbubb.com) and executive depth coach Charlie Gibson (https://coachcharlie.com/) go deep on what burnout really feels like, how to spot it before it overrides your life, and practical tools to help you realign with your values, energy, and purpose. 🎧 If you’ve ever felt that gap between how you look on the outside and how you actually feel, this conversation is for...

May 20, 2025•1 hr 6 min

Welcome to Facing Disruption - Accelerating Innovation, Growth, and Resilience

Are you looking to stay ahead of rapid change, turn disruption into opportunity, and lead with confidence in a world defined by innovation? Then you’ve come to the right place.I started Facing Disruption to empower leaders, innovators, and teams to navigate emerging technologies, build high-performing products, and foster a culture of continuous growth. Join me, AJ Bubb, and discover real-world strategies, expert insights, and inspiring stories that will help you transform uncertainty into your ...

May 16, 2025•2 min

Architecting for Innovation: How Architecture, Leadership, and Laser Focusing on your Customer and MVP Drives Product Success

Are you building what customers actually want, or just burning money? Learn how to balance flexibility, cost, and speed, and why empowering teams with clear priorities leads to breakthrough results. Join Will Barrett and AJ Bubb as they reveal why most startups fail (it’s not what you think)-and how you can design products, experiences, and organizations to win from day one. In this episode: What innovation means in tech, business models, and user experience How to pick the right architecture fo...

May 13, 2025•48 min

AI in Federal Acquisition – How AI is Reshaping Government Procurement

Can artificial intelligence finally solve the speed and complexity challenges of federal acquisition? In today’s deep dive, hosts AJ Bubb , Wilson Miles (Emerging Technology Institute), and Chris Barlow (MITRE) reveal the opportunities, hurdles, and real-world lessons from the front lines of AI-enabled procurement. Listen to learn: How AI is streamlining acquisition workflows for the Department of Defense and beyond Why “human in the loop” oversight is essential-and what it means for both new hi...

May 08, 2025•1 hr 2 min

Navigating the Long COVID Fog: Insights from Survivors on Energy Management and Cognitive Resilience

In the evolving landscape of post-pandemic health challenges, long COVID has emerged as a persistent and complex condition affecting millions worldwide. As we approach the five-year mark since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, approximately 18 million Americans continue to grapple with the long-term effects of the virus, often facing a constellation of symptoms that includes debilitating fatigue, cognitive difficulties, and post-exertional malaise. To shed light on this pressing issue and offe...

Apr 11, 2025•59 min

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