In this episode of The Digital Executive , Brian Thomas sits down with Stephen Ebbett, Chief Marketing Officer at AMFM Healthcare, a leading provider of mental health treatment services. With a career spanning digital marketing, e-commerce, and healthcare, Stephen shares his journey into the mental health sector and how AMFM Healthcare is leveraging technology to expand access to critical care. Stephen discusses the role of telehealth in making mental health services more accessible, the importa...
Mar 19, 2025•10 min•Ep. 1027
In this episode of The Digital Executive , Brian Thomas sits down with Avinash Kumar Jha, a seasoned SAP delivery executive with over 20 years of experience managing large-scale transformation programs. As a leader in SAP services delivery, Avinash oversees high-budget initiatives and multidisciplinary teams, ensuring seamless program execution and alignment with business objectives. He shares valuable insights on the evolution of SAP services, the growing impact of cloud computing, and how busi...
Mar 18, 2025•15 min•Ep. 1025
In this episode of The Digital Executive , Brian Thomas sits down with Avinash Kumar Jha, a seasoned SAP delivery executive with over 20 years of experience managing large-scale transformation programs. As a leader in SAP services delivery, Avinash oversees high-budget initiatives and multidisciplinary teams, ensuring seamless program execution and alignment with business objectives. He shares valuable insights on the evolution of SAP services, the growing impact of cloud computing, and how busi...
Mar 18, 2025•15 min•Ep. 1026
Elliot Phillips, founder and CEO of The Teacher Project, joins The Digital Executive Podcast to discuss his journey from being a PE teacher to leading an education technology company. Under his leadership, The Teacher Project has helped over 3,000 educators transition into online teaching, enabling many to replace their full-time salaries within months. Elliot shares insights into the challenges teachers face when moving online, such as developing business skills and overcoming mindset barriers,...
Mar 17, 2025•11 min•Ep. 1026
Elliot Phillips, founder and CEO of The Teacher Project, joins The Digital Executive Podcast to discuss his journey from being a PE teacher to leading an education technology company. Under his leadership, The Teacher Project has helped over 3,000 educators transition into online teaching, enabling many to replace their full-time salaries within months. Elliot shares insights into the challenges teachers face when moving online, such as developing business skills and overcoming mindset barriers,...
Mar 17, 2025•11 min•Ep. 1025
In this episode of The Digital Executive , Brian Thomas speaks with Christopher Crecelius, the visionary founder of AxonDAO. Christopher shares how his background in technology, health, and the arts has shaped AxonDAO’s mission to democratize medical science. By leveraging decentralization and emerging technologies, AxonDAO aims to challenge traditional pharmaceutical monopolies and introduce innovative solutions like Voice A, a precognitive voice analysis tool for early disease detection. Chris...
Mar 16, 2025•15 min•Ep. 1024
In this episode of The Digital Executive , Brian Thomas speaks with Christopher Crecelius, the visionary founder of AxonDAO. Christopher shares how his background in technology, health, and the arts has shaped AxonDAO’s mission to democratize medical science. By leveraging decentralization and emerging technologies, AxonDAO aims to challenge traditional pharmaceutical monopolies and introduce innovative solutions like Voice A, a precognitive voice analysis tool for early disease detection. Chris...
Mar 16, 2025•15 min•Ep. 1024
In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, Brian Thomas sits down with Dr. Zohar Bronfman, CEO of Pecan AI, to discuss how his company is making predictive analytics more accessible to businesses of all sizes. With a background in philosophy and computational neuroscience, Dr. Bronfman brings a unique perspective to AI, emphasizing the importance of bridging complex data science with practical business applications. Under his leadership, Pecan AI has launched innovative solutions like the...
Mar 14, 2025•14 min•Ep. 1023
In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, Brian Thomas sits down with Dr. Zohar Bronfman, CEO of Pecan AI, to discuss how his company is making predictive analytics more accessible to businesses of all sizes. With a background in philosophy and computational neuroscience, Dr. Bronfman brings a unique perspective to AI, emphasizing the importance of bridging complex data science with practical business applications. Under his leadership, Pecan AI has launched innovative solutions like the...
Mar 14, 2025•14 min•Ep. 1023
In this episode of The Digital Executive , Brian Thomas sits down with Brett Waikart, CEO and co-founder of Skillfully, a public benefit corporation redefining the hiring process. Skillfully’s AI-powered virtual simulations enable employers to assess candidates based on real-world skills rather than traditional resumes, fostering a more inclusive and effective hiring experience. By creating digital twins of job roles, the platform helps employers make informed decisions while giving job seekers ...
Mar 11, 2025•23 min•Ep. 1020
In this episode of The Digital Executive , Michael Dillon, Founder of Air Water Healing, shares his journey into holistic wellness and the science behind his innovative air and water purification products. Inspired by his mother’s health transformation, Dillon created a company that merges natural healing principles with advanced technology, offering solutions that improve air and water quality for better overall well-being. As vice president of Self Wellness in Boynton Beach, Florida, Dillon al...
Mar 11, 2025•11 min•Ep. 1022
Leo Feinberg, co-founder and CEO of Verax, joins The Digital Executive to discuss how his company is revolutionizing enterprise trust solutions for generative AI. Founded in 2023, Verax provides real-time monitoring and optimization for large language models (LLMs), ensuring safety and reliability without complex configurations. With offices in Dallas, London, and Tel Aviv, and $7.6 million in seed funding, Verax is at the forefront of making AI adoption seamless and trustworthy for enterprises....
Mar 10, 2025•15 min•Ep. 1021
In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, Brian Thomas sits down with Chris Williams, Chief Operating Officer of Interaction Associates. With over a decade of experience in professional services, business operations, and strategy consulting, Chris shares valuable insights on why human-centered skills remain crucial in an AI-powered workplace. Interaction Associates, known for pioneering group facilitation in business, has spent over 50 years equipping leaders and teams with effective too...
Mar 07, 2025•16 min•Ep. 1019
In this episode of The Digital Executive , Brian Thomas welcomes Dima Raketa, an international expert in digital marketing and reputation management. As the CEO of Reputation House, Dima has helped businesses across 15+ countries turn online perception into a strategic asset. With a career spanning multiple entrepreneurial ventures, he shares insights on navigating crisis management, leveraging AI for brand trust, and building sustainable digital influence. Dima discusses how Reputation House em...
Mar 06, 2025•9 min•Ep. 1018
In this episode of The Digital Executive , Jeff Holman, founder of Intellectual Strategies, shares how he is transforming the way startups and scaling businesses access legal support. By pioneering the first fractional legal team model, Intellectual Strategies provides companies with expert legal guidance precisely when they need it—without the high costs of a full-time, in-house team. With a background in electrical engineering, law, and business, Jeff brings a unique, multidisciplinary approac...
Feb 28, 2025•10 min•Season 1Ep. 1017
In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, Brian Thomas sits down with Sam Tomlinson, Executive Vice President at Warschawski. With a background in finance and data analytics, Sam has transformed how brands approach marketing by integrating data-driven strategies with performance marketing. He shares insights into how Warschawski fosters a culture of data-backed decision-making, leading to measurable client success and scalable marketing solutions. Sam also dives into real-world examples ...
Feb 26, 2025•16 min•Ep. 1016
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , Shashank Kapadia, a leader in machine learning, shares insights into how AI-driven personalization is transforming industries. Drawing from his experience with companies like Walmart and Randstad, he discusses the challenges of deploying large-scale AI solutions, the myths of real-time AI, and the critical role of ethical and transparent machine learning systems. His expertise in NLP and domain-specific AI applications further highlights ...
Feb 24, 2025•16 min•Season 1Ep. 1015
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , Brian Thomas welcomes A. Paul Gill, a seasoned business builder and financier with over 25 years of experience in mining, energy, and technology. Now serving as CEO and Director of Triple One Metals, Gill shares his insights on the critical role of metals in the green economy and the strategic approach behind acquiring and developing valuable mining assets. He also discusses his past success with Norsemont Mining Corporation, where he pla...
Feb 21, 2025•10 min•Season 1Ep. 1014
Send us a text In this engaging episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, host Brian Thomas sits down with Maria Greicer—a seasoned executive with over 18 years of experience in AI-driven startups spanning Israel, Europe, and the USA—to explore the transformative world of machine vision technology. With a unique blend of entrepreneurial acumen and a medical background, Maria offers listeners an insider’s view into how emerging AI innovations are reshaping industries worldwide. Throughout the con...
Feb 19, 2025•19 min•Season 1Ep. 1013
Send us a text Scott Weavil, founder of Sierra Pacific Partners, joins The Digital Executive Podcast to share his journey from a Wall Street M&A attorney to leading a specialized investment bank focused on lower middle market transactions. He discusses the critical role Sierra Pacific Partners plays in guiding business owners through the complex process of selling their companies, comparing their work to real estate agents—only in the world of businesses instead of buildings. Scott also highligh...
Feb 16, 2025•16 min•Season 1Ep. 1012
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive podcast, host Brian Thomas welcomes Jim Bramlett, a seasoned entrepreneur, business strategist, and executive coach with over 40 years of experience. Jim shares how he founded 5 String Solutions to bridge the gap between service providers and customers, offering real-time data and improving customer-centric solutions. He also discusses how business leaders must continuously adapt to technological advances, from e-commerce to AI, while maint...
Feb 12, 2025•14 min•Season 1Ep. 1011
Send us a text Ron Monteiro, a speaker and author, joins The Digital Executive Podcast to share his inspiring journey from struggling with social skills and a fear of public speaking to becoming a successful business leader. With a career rooted in finance at Kraft, Ron found the mentorship and development programs that helped him build confidence and leadership skills. In 2021, he launched his own company with a mission to help individuals and teams embrace their work with enthusiasm. His book,...
Feb 10, 2025•11 min•Season 1Ep. 1010
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, Brian Thomas sits down with Jeff Collins, CEO of WanAware, to discuss his 25-year journey in transforming brands and businesses. Jeff shares insights into the pivotal moments that shaped his approach to driving profitable growth and how industry shifts, from virtualization to cybersecurity, have created new opportunities. Jeff also delves into the origins of WanAware, explaining how the company's intelligent observability platform ...
Feb 08, 2025•19 min•Season 1Ep. 1009
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , Brian Thomas sits down with Thad Price, CEO of ReadySetHire and Talroo. Thad shares his insights on the hiring landscape for 2025, highlighting key industries poised for major growth amid shifting political and economic conditions. He also discusses how HR teams can do more with shrinking budgets, emphasizing data-driven recruitment and the importance of tracking key hiring metrics. Thad also tackles pressing hiring challenges, including ...
Feb 04, 2025•11 min•Season 1Ep. 1008
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , Brian Thomas sits down with Shameka Volkers, a seasoned content writer and copywriter, to discuss her transition from financial services to content marketing. Shameka shares how a pivotal moment with her young daughter led her to leave the corporate world and pursue a career that balances her passion for writing with her desire for more family time. Now a Certified Content Marketing Specialist and Certified Search Marketing Specialist, sh...
Feb 01, 2025•11 min•Season 1Ep. 1007
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , host Brian Thomas welcomes Nahed Khairallah, founder and host of Organized Chaos . With over a decade of experience transforming seven-figure startups into nine-figure powerhouses, Nahed shares his expertise in leveraging HR as a catalyst for hypergrowth. He discusses the impact of working across global markets, the importance of cultural awareness in business scaling, and the critical role people decisions play in a company’s success. Na...
Jan 30, 2025•24 min•Season 1Ep. 1006
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, host Brian Thomas sits down with Kevin Surace, a renowned Silicon Valley innovator and entrepreneur. Kevin shares insights from his groundbreaking work in AI, including the development of one of the first human-like virtual assistants, and how generative AI is set to reshape industries. He also dives into the importance of tackling real-world problems, emphasizing that the best innovations come from solving challenges that people a...
Jan 28, 2025•15 min•Season 1Ep. 1005
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive , host Brian Thomas sits down with Brian Will, a seasoned entrepreneur, consultant, and bestselling author of The Dropout Multi-Millionaire and Know, The Psychology of Sales and Negotiations . With over 35 years of experience building and scaling companies across multiple industries, Brian shares his expertise on why startups fail, the critical lessons every entrepreneur should know, and how to prepare a business for acquisition. Brian also...
Jan 26, 2025•8 min•Season 1Ep. 1004
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, host Brian Thomas sits down with John Thomas Foxworthy, founder of the Global Institute of Data Science and a fractional Chief AI Officer of Turing Forge. With two decades of AI and machine learning expertise, Foxworthy delves into the elusive nature of human consciousness and its role—or lack thereof—in artificial intelligence. He explains why true machine consciousness remains a distant dream and highlights how marketing hype oft...
Jan 24, 2025•16 min•Season 1Ep. 1003
Send us a text On this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, host Brian Thomas welcomes David Materazzi, the CEO and founder of Galileo FX, a groundbreaking Orion software development company headquartered in Italy with offices in New York and Tokyo. David shares how his 15 years of experience in equity and currency markets inspired him to develop automated trading software that simplifies trading, reduces errors, and operates 24/7. He discusses the challenges small investors face, from entr...
Jan 23, 2025•14 min•Season 1Ep. 1002
