In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I am joined by Bill Ledingham, CEO of Fairwinds, a company dedicated to helping businesses deploy and manage cloud-native applications at scale. we dive into the complexities of Kubernetes and discuss how Fairwinds Insights simplifies the process for platform teams and developers deploying and managing containerized applications. Bill shares how Fairwinds assists platform engineering teams in enabling developers to build and deploy containers securely, reliab...
May 14, 2023•24 min•Ep. 2373
In this episode, I am joined by Kevin Chong, co-founder and general partner of Outwood VC, a London-based FinTech venture capital fund. Kevin shares his journey, the founding story of Outwood VC, and his insights on the counter-cyclical nature of early-stage startups and the challenges they face when raising significant capital. Kevin discusses the pitfalls of unsustainable growth in early-stage startups that rely too heavily on paid acquisitions. Instead, he emphasizes the importance of fosteri...
May 13, 2023•29 min•Ep. 2372
Today I am joined by Ayanna Lott-Pollard, Executive Director of Resilient Coders, a non-profit organization with a mission to achieve social justice through economic empowerment. Resilient Coders offers a 20-week coding boot camp to BIPOC youth from low-income communities, providing them a pathway to becoming software engineers with an average salary of $94,420. With over 20 years of experience in marketing and operations, Ayanna is a transformational leader who has dedicated her career to empow...
May 12, 2023•35 min•Ep. 2371
Xtract One Technologies is at the forefront of threat detection and security solutions, using AI to prioritize patron access experiences without compromising safety. With a recent investment from Madison Square Garden Sports, the company is poised for growth and continued innovation in the physical security space. Peter Evans, CEO of Xtract One Technologies, joins me in a conversation about how AI-driven security is revolutionizing the event experience. Peter brings over 25 years of experience l...
May 11, 2023•32 min•Ep. 2370
In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I chat with Tim Hwang, the 30-year-old CEO of FiscalNote, who became the youngest Asian American CEO on the NYSE in August 2022. Under Tim's leadership, FiscalNote has grown significantly. FiscalNote is the premier platform for regulatory and policy data, functioning as the "Bloomberg terminal" for state, federal, and global policy information. With over 5,000 clients, FiscalNote powers the data used in President Biden's daily briefings, informs decision-maki...
May 10, 2023•27 min•Ep. 2369
Megan Clarken shares her unique background, going from a woman with no college degree to an Olympic athlete and finally to the CEO of Criteo. She discusses her dedication to promoting diversity and inclusivity within the tech industry based on her experiences of discrimination. We discuss the challenges of implementing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in the tech industry, emphasizing the need for long-term commitment over immediate progress. Megan reveals Criteo's approach to ...
May 09, 2023•31 min•Ep. 2368
Join me in a conversation with Oren Kaniel, the CEO and co-founder of the successful Israeli mobile marketing measurement and experience platform, AppsFlyer. In this episode, Oren shares his journey of creating AppsFlyer, a unique technology that empowers brands to better understand their users and make informed decisions. Learn how AppsFlyer's independence and unbiased measurement approach has gained the trust of major players in the ecosystem, including Coca Cola, HBO, Walmart, and eBay. Disco...
May 08, 2023•51 min
Terrie Smith, Co-founder and Global Ambassador of wearable tech pioneer DIGISEQ joins me on Tech Talks Daily.Terrie shares her expert insights on the future of wearable technology, and how it is transforming payments, consumer engagement, access control, and authentication across various industries. Discover how NFC chip design is paving the way for fashionable items to become payment and ID devices, and how the wearable tech market is expected to reach $186 billion by 2030. In this episode, Ter...
May 07, 2023•29 min•Ep. 2366
In this episode of Tech Talks Daily,I chat with Paul Ruppert, a Harvard graduate, skilled negotiator, CPaaS veteran, and holder of 2 tech patents, as they explore the world of mobile technology, messaging, and telecommunications. Paul shares insights from his impressive career, which includes launching Messaging Trust with AT&T, a cybersecurity solution that generated $6 million in its first year and won the GSM Association's global product award for "Best Cyber Security Solution. Paul discu...
May 06, 2023•41 min•Ep. 2365
In this episode, I welcome Prof Stijn Viaene from Vlerick Business School, a renowned digital transformation and leadership expert. We delve into the critical role of digital infrastructure in business success and the importance of collaboration across organizational silos for effective digital transformation. The discussion highlights the debate around every company being a tech company and emphasizes the need for business transformation, with digital technology playing a dominant role. My gues...
May 05, 2023•38 min•Ep. 2362
In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, Neil C. Hughes interviews blockchain expert and Ontology enthusiast Humpty Calderon. As a passionate advocate for emergent technologies, Humpty has extensive experience in everything from drone technology to cryptocurrencies. The pair discuss the potential of purpose-driven blockchains, the importance of decentralized identity, and the future of decentralized finance. Humpty explains Ontology's unique approach to tackling problems in the blockchain space and ...
May 05, 2023•43 min•Ep. 2363
Did you know that cellular networks only cover 15% of the world? In today's episode of Tech Talks Daily, I sit down with Josh Miner, Vice President of Land Mobile Services at Iridium Communications, to explore the exciting world of satellite communication. Iridium Communications is the only company offering true pole-to-pole coverage, connecting people and organizations across the globe. They discuss the unique benefits of Iridium's network, including satellite phones, push-to-talk, and data pro...
May 04, 2023•28 min
In this thought-provoking episode of Tech Talks Daily, I speak with Kat Hartigan, VP of International at Clari, a revenue operations platform that is transforming businesses across the globe. With a rich background at Soho House and WeWork, Kat shares her inspiring journey from studying neuroscience to leading Clari's international expansion. Kat also discusses her experience as a female leader in the tech industry, addressing challenges such as confidence gaps and the lack of diversity in leade...
May 03, 2023•26 min•Ep. 2361
I sit down with Paul Saccone, Sr. Director of Adobe Video Marketing, to dive into the latest Adobe announcements and explore how AI revolutionizes video creation. Paul shares insights on Adobe Premiere Pro's new features, including generative AI and AI-powered text-based editing, and the company's dedication to providing workflow innovations that enable customers to execute their ideas faster. We discuss the recent improvements in Adobe's Premiere Pro and After Effects, touching on workflow anim...
May 02, 2023•24 min•Ep. 2360
In today's episode of Tech Talks Daily, we explore the unconventional path to business success with our special guest, Don Schuerman, Chief Technology Officer of Pegasystems, a global US software firm with major clients such as Lloyds Banking Group, Booking.com, and the UK government. Don shares how his passion for musical improv theatre has helped him rise to the top and transformed how he and his colleagues make better business decisions. In this fascinating conversation, Don discusses the bus...
May 01, 2023•33 min•Ep. 2359
Christoph Trappe, a global top 14 content marketer and top 100 digital marketer, who has transformed businesses across industries through powerful content marketing campaigns. Christoph shares his expertise in building and engaging prospects, driving results with his unique Content Performance Philosophy, and the impact of the Create Once, Publish Everywhere (COPE) model. Learn about Christoph's successful career leading teams of journalists, content creators, strategists, and designers, and how...
Apr 30, 2023•24 min•Ep. 2358
I chat with Søren Meyer, CEO at ZeroNorth, the maritime technology company leading the green transition of global trade. As the world faces an existentially challenging environment, Søren discusses the critical role that data and digital technologies play in ensuring sensible decision-making within the shipping industry. Learn how data can provide stability in times of radical transformation, as it remains impartial and immune to the volatility of the global economy. Søren highlights the importa...
Apr 29, 2023•26 min•Ep. 2357
Kwindla Hultman Kramer, Co-founder and CEO of Daily discusses the transformative power of video technology in our lives. From remote work and accessible healthcare to new teaching methods, social media, and more, video is reshaping the way we use technology. Kwindla shares insights into Daily's rapidly evolving video tech architecture and how the ability to lead in this video-first era will differentiate the top growth companies over the next decade. Discover how Daily's scalable video infrastru...
Apr 28, 2023•32 min•Ep. 2356
Today, I am joined by Kimberly Prieto, Vice President of Product at Modern Campus, to discuss how the company is revolutionizing the higher education landscape across North America. Learn how Modern Campus supports over 2,000 institutions to grow their annual revenue by tailoring their digital engagement engine through targeted, personalized content and experiences for students. Discover the wide array of solutions offered by the Modern Campus platform, including non-traditional student manageme...
Apr 27, 2023•26 min•Ep. 2355
Kira Makagon, Chief Innovation Officer and head of RingCentral Ventures discusses her remarkable career journey, her insights on the latest trends in the tech industry, and how she is driving innovation and investments at RingCentral. As a recognized leader in her field, Kira shares her thoughts on the rise of AI and generative technologies, and the lessons she's learned along the way. Dive deep into Kira's experience in investing in workplace AI technology and learn how she has been instrumenta...
Apr 26, 2023•30 min•Ep. 2354
In this captivating episode, I sit down with Dan Woods, former FBI Special Agent, CIA Cyber-Operations Officer, and now the Global Head of Intelligence at F5, to explore the world of fraud protection and bot detection. Dan sheds light on the inner workings of bots, mitigation strategies, and reveals specific examples of malicious bot activities targeting banks, hotels, airlines, insurance companies, and social media sites. We delve into the surge of marketplaces like Genesis Marketplace, which p...
Apr 25, 2023•39 min•Ep. 2353
In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, we are joined by Jonathan Kaplan, COO of Magic Software Enterprises, Inc., and a technical leader with over 20 years of experience in bringing transformative technology to the corporate IT environment. Jonathan takes us through the critical importance of Industry 4.0 for small and mid-sized manufacturers and the challenges they face in automating data management. Listen in as we explore how systems data integrations, software implementation, and the eliminati...
Apr 24, 2023•25 min•Ep. 2352
In this insightful episode of the podcast, we are thrilled to have Nick Durkin, the Field CTO of Harness.io, join us to discuss the challenges and opportunities developers face in the rapidly evolving world of software delivery. Harness.io, a leader in the field, focuses on automating the most tedious aspects of developers' jobs, allowing them to concentrate on what they love – creating and innovating. Nick, a seasoned developer with 20 years of experience, dives deep into the current notion of ...
Apr 23, 2023•19 min•Ep. 2351
In this episode of Tech Talks Daily Podcast, I'm live at QlikWorld with Jan Birkholz, a process mining evangelist from Mehrwerk, discussing how they support businesses in establishing a data-driven process understanding and optimize their operations. Mehrwerk, a Qlik Elite Solutions Provider, offers software-based business process optimization solutions, utilizing Qlik Sense to help organizations integrate data from multiple sources and transform it into meaningful insights. Jan shares how data ...
Apr 22, 2023•24 min•Ep. 2350
Martin Sahlin is the visionary behind Stretch on Sense, an active intelligence platform for elite sports that is transforming the way coaches, players, and stakeholders access, analyze, and utilize data to make informed decisions. Stretch on Sense gathers all relevant data around players' game performance, practice routines, and well-being into one easy-to-understand platform. By doing so, it empowers sports clubs to better understand their teams and fosters informed discussions and decision-mak...
Apr 21, 2023•15 min•Ep. 2349
In today's special episode of Tech Talks Daily Podcast, I am live at QlikWorld in Las Vegas, reconnecting with a returning guest. His name is Adam Mayer, and he has previously shared insights with Natwest and the Nationwide Police. It's always a treat to build friendships with our guests and have the opportunity to meet them in person at tech conferences. In this lively conversation, we discuss the QlikWorld experience and the excitement of being back on the show floor in Vegas. We delve into th...
Apr 21, 2023•24 min•Ep. 2348
In today's episode of Tech Talks Daily Podcast, we're live at QlikWorld, where we sit down with Martin Tombs, VP of Market Readiness at Qlik, to discuss the challenges and opportunities businesses face when it comes to their data and analytics strategies. As part of Qlik's global transformation team, Martin shares his insights on the common challenges customers encounter in leveraging data analytics and the exciting opportunities that arise when organizations effectively harness the power of dat...
Apr 20, 2023•21 min•Ep. 2347
Join us for a special episode of Tech Talks Daily Podcast, live from the show floor at QlikWorld in Las Vegas! Today, we're diving deep into the world of retail insurance and exploring how CDL, the UK's leading retail insurance software provider, is revolutionizing the industry with its cutting-edge data solutions. In this engaging conversation, Matt Houghton, a prominent figure at CDL, shares his insights on the challenges of managing vast amounts of data in the retail sector and underscores th...
Apr 20, 2023•18 min•Ep. 2346
This week, I am broadcasting from the QlikWorld conference in Las Vegas, dedicated to exploring the latest data integration and analytics innovations. One of the key themes here is "Data Everywhere," where every team within an organization is empowered to utilize data to drive a business forward. In this episode, I am joined by Josh Good, Senior Director of Product Marketing at Qlik. With over a decade of experience in the BI and analytics industry, Josh has been a leader in business transformat...
Apr 19, 2023•23 min•Ep. 2345
I sit down with Chris Royles, EMEA Field CTO at Cloudera, to discuss the evolution of Big Data and why hybrid data is the next challenge for businesses to tackle. In this episode, we explore how the term 'Big Data' has become dated and how the rapid rise of hybrid data has shifted the conversation. Chris will take us through the explosive growth of structured data in the past decade, from less than 1ZB in 2011 to a staggering 14ZB in 2020, and its expected trajectory to triple by 2025. Then, as ...
Apr 18, 2023•40 min•Ep. 2344
