Strengthen your Tech Team Using Design Reviews and Mentoring – Shawn Buckley
Tech Leader Talk
Are you using design reviews and testing to build a strong tech team? Today I am talking with Shawn Buckley. Shawn is the VP Destinations at Sierra Space where he and his team are developing and implementing the next generation of power and infrastructure for the evolving space economy. Shawn is passionate about space systems, especially inflatable space habitats. He loves attending design reviews. He considers it a privilege to participate in design reviews to see people’s work and see their excitement. During design reviews, Shawn enjoys seeing all of the hard work...
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Pivotal Strategies for Tech Leaders – Stephen Shapiro
Tech Leader Talk
Would you like to learn how to create stability in your organization while the tech landscape is constantly changing? Today’s guest, Stephen Shapiro, will share his insights and experiences about using “Pivotal Strategies” to strengthen your tech company. Stephen is a leading keynote speaker, author, and advisor on innovation. He has two decades of practical innovation experience, including a 15-year tenure at Accenture, where he created and led a 20,000-person innovation practice. Stephen has just released a new book titled “Pivotal: Creating Stability in an Uncertain...
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Building Space Foundries that Enable the Next Industrial Revolution – Joe Pawelski
Tech Leader Talk
Can your company benefit from rapid iteration techniques and simulation to quickly develop successful products? Today I’m talking with Joe Pawelski, who is the Chief Technical Officer and Co-Founder of CisLunar Industries. Joe and the team at CisLunar Industries are building and operating space foundries to enable the next industrial revolution. In particular, he works with in-space metal processing and space debris recycling. Joe has a passion for figuring out things people say are impossible. Some of the projects he and the CisLunar team are working on include things that might...
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Revolutionizing Business with AI, Digital Transformation, and Innovation – Michael Lynch
Tech Leader Talk
Do you want some insights on growing your business with digital transformation and innovation? That’s what I’m discussing today with Michael Lynch. Michael is the CEO of Praxie, which is a leader in AI-powered digital transformation software. During our conversation, Michael discusses how artificial intelligence and digital transformation are changing the manufacturing process. And, he shares information about how Praxie helps companies digitize their business in a cost-effective manner. Michael also talks about horizontal AI (generalized) versus vertical AI (company-specific)...
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Your Company Can Use NASA Inventions – Daniel Lockney
Tech Leader Talk
Did you know that NASA has patented inventions ready for you to license and commercialize? On this episode of the podcast, I am talking with Dan Lockney. I’m excited about this episode because Dan and I talk about a fantastic program from NASA for technology companies. Dan is the Technology Transfer Program Executive at NASA Headquarters in Washington, DC. He is responsible for managing NASA’s intellectual property and the transfer of NASA technology to promote the commercialization and public availability of NASA’s patented inventions. Dan and I discuss how NASA’s Technology...
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Strategies for Leading Tech Companies – Brian Lillie
Tech Leader Talk
Are you looking for business insights from an experienced tech leader with 20 years of C-suite experience? Today I’m talking with Brian Lillie, who is the President of Rackspace Private Cloud. Brian is a globally recognized leader in the tech industry and currently leads a team of 3400 people at Rackspace. During our discussion, Brian shares the importance of listening, learning, and leading in tech companies. He also talks about the importance of diversity in innovation and customer-inspired innovation to foster a culture of innovation. Brian shares insights about his leadership...
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Leveraging AI to Improve Business Innovation and Efficiency – Ajay Malik
Tech Leader Talk
Would you like some insights on using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to improve your business innovation and efficiency? That’s one of the topics I’m discussing today with Ajay Malik, who is an Artificial Intelligence expert and the CEO of Secomind.ai. Ajay is also the author of the book: Artificial Intelligence for Wireless Networking. During our discussion, Ajay shares his thoughts on how AI will impact business in the future. He specifically talks about three main areas where AI can be applied in business: products, processes, and customer support. Ajay explains...
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Does Your Tech Company Need An Invention Assessment? – Steve Sponseller
Tech Leader Talk
On this episode, I talk about the importance of performing an assessment of your systems for identifying and protecting the most valuable inventions created in your organization. I discuss a 5-step approach to assess your current systems and procedures. I also talk about how to develop a plan to improve those systems and procedures over the next 12 months. Listen to this episode so you understand how to perform an invention assessment in your business. “I recommend performing an invention assessment at least once a year.” – Steve Sponseller Today on the Tech Leader Talk...
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Creating and Incubating Tech Startups – Jay Bartot
Tech Leader Talk
Need help growing your tech company? Learn from a serial technology entrepreneur who has created and incubated nearly a dozen startups. On today’s episode, I am talking with Jay Bartot. Jay is a Technical Partner at Madrona Venture Labs. He is a serial technology entrepreneur and innovator with more than 20 years of experience developing data and machine learning applications. As a co-founder of several companies, Jay has built technology teams, innovative analytics, and machine learning platforms. Jay is also involved with Go Vertical, which provides startup creation...
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Accelerating and Innovating Tech Startups – Tzahi (Zack) Weisfeld
Tech Leader Talk
Are you looking for ways to accelerate and innovate your tech startup? Then you’re in the right place because that’s what I’m discussing today with Zack Weisfeld, who is the VP and General Manager of Intel Ignite, which is Intel Corporation’s early-stage startup accelerator. Zack has more than 25 years of experience as an executive and a serial entrepreneur. Zack shares his experience in helping startups with funding, mentoring, and C-level executive support. His experience includes founding and leading tech startups, corporate entrepreneurship, and mentoring tech...
info_outlineThis is a special episode of the podcast – I’m celebrating the 3rd birthday of Tech Leader Talk.
I’m also sharing my thoughts about a great mentor and friend, Dan Miller, who passed away recently.
So, this episode is bittersweet: celebrating a milestone for the podcast and grieving the loss of an important person in my life.
It’s important to talk about Dan Miller when discussing the podcast’s birthday because Dan was one of my biggest supporters and encouraged me to launch the Tech Leader Talk podcast. Without Dan’s encouragement, I don’t know if the podcast would have launched.
Today I share some of the things I learned from Dan Miller and lessons that everyone can benefit from.
I enjoyed racing Porsche 911s with Dan, valuable one-on-one conversations, reading his many books, and listening to most of his 950+ podcast episodes (48 Days to the Work you Love podcast) during 17 years.
Dan was special.
I encourage you to listen to this episode and pick up one or two tips that will help keep Dan’s legacy alive.
Dan’s Podcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/48-days-to-the-work-you-love-internet-radio-show/id178145160
Dan’s Books (my three favorites):
48 Days to the Work and Life you Love: https://www.amazon.com/48-Days-Work-You-Love/dp/1642799785
An Understanding Heart: https://www.48days.com/product/an-understanding-heart
No More Dreaded Mondays: https://www.amazon.com/No-More-Dreaded-Mondays-Revolutionary/dp/0307588777
Thanks for listening!