Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast by Coruzant Technologies, host Brian Thomas interviews Matthew DeChant, CEO of Security Counsel, an Information Security Management Consultancy. With over 25 years of experience as an in-house CISO and consultant, DeChant shares his expertise on crafting robust cybersecurity programs for organizations and individuals. The conversation explores the importance of adopting a human-centered approach to cybersecurity in the era of AI, em...
Dec 10, 2024•16 min•Season 1Ep. 985
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , host Brian Thomas engages with Cole Snell, a serial entrepreneur and author who has successfully bridged diverse industries from food to fintech. Cole shares his journey from transforming the food industry with blockchain technology to founding Infineo, a company digitizing whole life insurance through blockchain and AI. His story reveals how financial accessibility became his driving force, inspiring his shift to creating solutions that ...
Dec 04, 2024•25 min•Season 1Ep. 984
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , host Brian Thomas engages with Eric Burgess, founder of Credtent.org, a groundbreaking platform that champions ethical AI development while empowering creators. Eric shares his journey from a seasoned tech innovator at companies like Disney and Microsoft to creating Credtent, a public benefit corporation that ensures artists and content creators retain control and receive fair compensation when their works are used to train AI systems. Er...
Dec 03, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 983
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , host Brian Thomas welcomes Ted Elliott, CEO of Copado, to discuss his journey from leading JobScience, one of Salesforce's earliest ISV partners, to revolutionizing DevOps processes at Copado. Ted shares how his experiences building software on Salesforce shaped his approach to creating Copado, an AI-powered DevOps platform that enhances development efficiency and quality. Ted delves into Copado's pioneering use of AI to streamline DevOps...
Dec 02, 2024•14 min•Season 1Ep. 982
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , host Brian Thomas speaks with Mike Francis, a four-time founder and CEO of Nanotech Materials. Mike shares his remarkable journey from leading teams at Fortune 500 companies to launching startups. He delves into how his corporate experience shaped his entrepreneurial mindset and led to the founding of Nanotech Materials, a company pioneering innovative materials that reduce energy consumption, lower CO2 emissions, and enhance fireproofing...
Dec 01, 2024•15 min•Season 1Ep. 981
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , Brian Thomas hosts Ryan Chesterfield, founder of Auto-FC, a leading consulting firm specializing in warehouse automation and supply chain optimization. With over 15 years of industry experience, Ryan discusses the transformative trends in warehouse automation, from the shift towards robotics and technology-driven solutions to the impact of e-commerce and labor shortages on operational strategies. Ryan shares his unique insights on navigat...
Nov 27, 2024•20 min•Season 1Ep. 980
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , Brian Thomas sits down with Asim Razzaq, the co-founder and CEO of Yotascale, a leading platform in cloud cost management. Asim shares his journey from leading platform engineering at PayPal—where he navigated the complexities of massive-scale cloud infrastructure—to founding Yotascale, inspired by the need for actionable, data-driven insights in cloud operations. Asim discusses the critical gaps he identified in cloud cost optimization, ...
Nov 26, 2024•20 min•Season 1Ep. 979
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , Brian Thomas sits down with visionary entrepreneur DJ Rutherford to discuss his remarkable journey from a six-figure corporate role to achieving a seven-figure income by the age of 27. DJ shares candid insights into the pivotal moments that shaped his career, including leaving a secure job to follow his entrepreneurial spirit, learning hard lessons on infrastructure and leadership, and navigating challenges like a near-death health experi...
Nov 20, 2024•15 min•Season 1Ep. 978
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , host Brian Thomas sits down with Donat Husjainov, Chief Product Officer of XData Group, to explore his transformative journey in fintech. With over a decade of experience spanning top European banks like Citadel and Swedbank, Donat shares how his enterprise expertise shapes his innovative approach at XData Group. Discover how Donat is spearheading the creation of "super apps" for European banks, inspired by China's WeChat, to consolidate ...
Nov 19, 2024•9 min•Season 1Ep. 977
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , host Brian Thomas chats with Chase Russell, Senior Vice President of Product Strategy and Marketing at Bonterra, a social good tech company empowering nonprofits and philanthropists. Chase shares Bonterra’s mission of increasing charitable giving to 3% of US GDP by 2033 through innovative software solutions that connect donors, volunteers, and funders with nonprofits driving impact. Chase explores the biggest challenges nonprofits face, f...
Nov 15, 2024•15 min•Season 1Ep. 976
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , host Brian Thomas sits down with Jim Boswell, CEO of OnPoint Healthcare, to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming healthcare operations. Jim shares insights into the development of Iris , OnPoint’s groundbreaking provider efficiency platform that integrates advanced AI with clinical expertise to streamline workflows, reduce administrative burdens, and improve patient care. With a 99% accuracy rate in clinical documentation, ...
Nov 14, 2024•9 min•Season 1Ep. 975
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , host Brian Thomas interviews Bill Powers, Founder and CEO of Cambridge Mobile Telematics (CMT), the world's largest telematics service provider. Bill shares his journey from founding CMT as an MIT startup to achieving unicorn status, with the company now protecting over 40 million drivers across 110 global programs. He reflects on his leadership philosophy, emphasizing resilience, adaptability, and the importance of listening to diverse p...
Nov 13, 2024•9 min•Season 1Ep. 974
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , host Brian Thomas welcomes Meghan Trevorrow, Chief Operations Officer at This Week Health, to explore the intersection of leadership, culture, and operational efficiency. Meghan shares her innovative approach to fostering a thriving team culture by embracing discomfort and leveraging healthy conflict as tools for growth. She highlights how a collaborative and safe work environment directly impacts efficiency, eliminating internal drama an...
Nov 12, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 973
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , host Brian Thomas welcomes Dr. Annie Cole, a financial educator and expert money coach dedicated to helping women take charge of their finances. Founder of Money Essentials for Women and author of 101 Ways to Build Wealth in Your Thirties , Annie shares her incredible journey from a $26,000-a-year social worker to a self-made millionaire by her 30s. She discusses the strategies that helped her build wealth, such as the power of consistent...
Nov 11, 2024•6 min•Season 1Ep. 972
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , Brian Thomas speaks with Chad Ramos, CEO of Privado Health and a trailblazer in healthcare technology and innovation. Chad shares how Privado Health is transforming cancer treatment with Theranostics, a cutting-edge approach to prostate cancer care that uses targeted diagnostics and therapies, reducing side effects and offering new hope to patients. He discusses the challenges of expanding access to Theranostics, including navigating FDA ...
Nov 09, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 971
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , host Brian Thomas interviews Steve Taplin, CEO of Sonatafy Technology and a leading voice in AI-powered nearshore software development. With over 20 years of experience founding and scaling more than 30 companies, Steve shares his insights on bridging U.S. tech needs with top-tier Latin American talent and the strategic advantages of nearshore development. He dives into misconceptions around digital transformation, emphasizing the need fo...
Nov 07, 2024•10 min•Season 1Ep. 970
Send us a text In this inspiring episode of The Digital Executive , host Brian Thomas welcomes global keynote speaker and leadership expert Jen Buck. With over 25 years of experience across corporate, nonprofit, and humanitarian sectors, Jen has led teams from corporate boardrooms to remote villages around the world. She shares invaluable lessons on empathy, resilience, and cultural awareness, illustrating how authentic, people-first leadership can elevate any team. Jen discusses actionable stra...
Nov 06, 2024•18 min•Season 1Ep. 969
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , host Brian Thomas sits down with Austin Gardner-Smith, CEO of Drivepoint, to explore how innovative financial strategies and data-driven insights are transforming consumer brand finance. Austin discusses Drivepoint’s unique focus on providing financial tools specifically tailored for consumer brands, including top clients like Oats Overnight and Simple Modern. He highlights the importance of predictive modeling in capital allocation, inve...
Nov 05, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 968
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , host Brian Thomas speaks with Jan Szilagyi, co-founder of Reflexivity (formerly Toggle AI) and a former Harvard economics prodigy. Jan shares his journey from academia to hedge funds, explaining how Reflexivity uses machine learning to unlock valuable insights from institutional-grade data, helping investors navigate complex financial landscapes. He discusses the vision behind the platform’s rebrand and the concept of “reflexivity,” to hi...
Nov 01, 2024•12 min•Season 1Ep. 967
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , host Brian Thomas sits down with Alvin Foo, an experienced business technology leader with over 25 years in the Asia Pacific region, who has held pivotal roles with industry giants such as Nokia, Google, and Omnicom. As co-founder of Nasdex and Metafyde, Alvin leads ventures in asset tokenization and Web3 investment banking. Alvin shares insights on the rapid evolution of the tech landscape in China and Asia, including the boom of the int...
Oct 31, 2024•10 min•Season 1Ep. 966
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , Brian Thomas interviews Anthony Taylor, CEO and Senior Strategic Planning Facilitator at SME Strategy. Anthony, an accomplished author and Global Entrepreneurship Week Ambassador for Canada, shares his insights on the importance of strategic planning for small and medium-sized businesses. He highlights the common pitfalls leaders face, such as misalignment and lack of communication, and offers practical advice on building a resilient busi...
Oct 29, 2024•8 min•Season 1Ep. 965
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , Brian Thomas speaks with Purvanshi Mehta, co-founder of Lica World, a pioneering startup leveraging AI to transform the design industry. Purvanshi discusses how Lica’s innovative video AI assistant enables businesses to streamline content creation, reducing the repetitive tasks designers face and enhancing creativity. She shares her insights into how AI complements human artistry, allowing designers to focus on strategic and artistic work...
Oct 28, 2024•11 min•Season 1Ep. 964
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , host Brian Thomas sits down with Hari Kiran Chereddi, a dynamic leader and innovator in clean energy and pharmaceuticals. Currently the Managing Director of HRV Global Life Sciences in India and CEO at New Horizon Global in Switzerland, Hari’s illustrious career journey spans over two decades. From a senior executive role at Bank of America to founding top clean energy and pharmaceutical companies, Hari discusses his shift from the corpor...
Oct 25, 2024•17 min•Season 1Ep. 963
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , host Brian Thomas speaks with Michal Pospieszalski, a seasoned tech leader and the co-founder and CTO of Swiss Fortress and MatterFi. Michal shares his journey from hacker to innovator, highlighting his mission to bring safety, accessibility, and trust to the crypto and fintech spaces. He discusses MatterFi's groundbreaking security platform, which addresses critical challenges like theft, fraud, and custody issues in the digital asset wo...
Oct 20, 2024•22 min•Season 1Ep. 962
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , host Brian Thomas sits down with Bayo Okusanya, Founder and CEO of NPC Labs. Bayo shares insights into his entrepreneurial journey, including his experience as a Princeton graduate, venture capitalist, and tech innovator. NPC Labs is at the forefront of using blockchain technology to protect intellectual property, eliminate counterfeit goods, and track real-world assets through its global fulfillment network. Bayo also discusses his invol...
Oct 19, 2024•23 min•Season 1Ep. 961
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , host Brian Thomas welcomes Rajdeep Biswas, Global Vice President of Industry Solutions at Neudesic, An IBM Company. Rajdeep shares his visionary insights into transforming global industrial operations through AI, IoT, and data analytics. He discusses his leadership in developing SmartMaint IQ, a predictive maintenance platform that integrates real-time analytics to reduce downtime, optimize resource usage, and drive efficiency in manufact...
Oct 17, 2024•15 min•Season 1Ep. 960
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , host Brian Thomas speaks with Hikari Senju, founder of Omneky, an AI-powered platform transforming the world of personalized advertising. A Harvard computer science graduate, Hikari shares his entrepreneurial journey, starting with his on-demand tutoring app, QuickHelp, which he sold to Yup.com. He discusses how that experience shaped his approach to building Omneky, a platform that integrates AI into the creative process to generate, ana...
Oct 15, 2024•14 min•Season 1Ep. 959
Send us a text In this episode of Coruzant Technologies' The Digital Executive , host Brian Thomas speaks with Aditya Bhamidipaty, Founder and CEO of FirstHive, a global customer data platform that is transforming how companies engage with consumers. Aditya shares his entrepreneurial journey, from early corporate roles at Procter & Gamble and iGate, to founding successful startups. He delves into how FirstHive has become a game-changer for enterprises, leveraging machine learning to enable h...
Oct 11, 2024•20 min•Season 1Ep. 958
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , host Brian Thomas speaks with Andrew Bartlow, a seasoned human resources expert with over 25 years of experience in talent management across various industries. Andrew, co-author of Scaling for Success and founder of Series B Consulting and the People Leader Accelerator, shares invaluable insights into the challenges faced by HR leaders in high-growth startups. He discusses the recurring themes HR professionals encounter, including the im...
Oct 09, 2024•11 min•Season 1Ep. 957
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , Brian Thomas speaks with Jon Green, an expert in residency and citizenship programs with over a decade of experience working with private clients, law firms, and family offices. Jon discusses how cryptocurrency, particularly Bitcoin, is starting to reshape the landscape of investment migration. He explores how countries like El Salvador are leading the way by accepting Bitcoin for citizenship, and how programs in Europe and the Caribbean ...
Oct 05, 2024•11 min•Season 1Ep. 956
