Express Over Espresso
Everyone enjoys the stories that make us stop, blink and say “Wow, I had NO idea… ”, don’t we? Whether you're sipping your early morning coffee, commuting, or on a run, these 30-minute technology podcasts with inspiring tech leaders from Fortune 500’s to startups are guaranteed to hit you with some new learnings, attention-grabbing storytelling, and get inspired. InfoBeans is a team of designers and product strategists who really love to define, design, and develop future-proof products for leading enterprises and enable organizations to incrementally tackle digital modernization without interrupting business operations.
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#32 - Foundational security for the 31st century: Let’s get the basics right
09/14/2023
#32 - Foundational security for the 31st century: Let’s get the basics right
Casper is a Certified Security Management Professional and has two masters degrees. He has extensive global security experience in a corporate, operations and field environment. He is an expert in executive level advisement, department establishment, management and improvement with very strong communications and interpersonal skills. Further expertise is in security technology & development with analytical problem solving, strategic deployment and further development of an organization’s personnel and assets. He is a specialist in global security management with an established network, corporate security department development and advanced management thereof in the office, operations, and field environments. He has more than 23 years of global experience in corporate and private security management, security technology convergence, specialized security training, operations, people & assets management, with a strong focus on the Middle East, North America, LATAM, Africa, Asia (Inc. Pacific) and Europe. This included military service in various specialized military units in three different countries (France, South-Africa, U.K.), which included 6 years in Special Forces. Casper currently work as head of corporate security for the Mosaic company, with 8 years of service so far to the company.
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#31 - Leveraging change management frameworks to drive adoption
09/12/2023
#31 - Leveraging change management frameworks to drive adoption
Melissa Stroup is the Head of Technical Program Management for IT and Engineering at Cloudflare, where she manages an amazing team that ensures programs and projects are effectively planned, integrated, and deployed into the global production ecosystem. Having spent her entire career in IT, with a deep focus on database administration, she is truly a data nerd at heart. For a large part of her career, she concentrated on delivering solutions through the Oracle technology stack, with deliberate emphasis on high availability and disaster recovery. Her passion for technology has allowed her to work across the globe, with a two-year ERP implementation for the South Australian government being one of her biggest career achievements. Melissa spent equal parts of her youth between Texas and Iowa. While Austin, TX is now her home, her Iowa roots are never far away. She has a BA and MBA from the University of Iowa. When she is not helping organizations realize the art of the possible, she is traveling around the world embracing new cultures and cuisines.
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#30 - Digital visionaries: Navigating ITSM for successful transformations
09/07/2023
#30 - Digital visionaries: Navigating ITSM for successful transformations
Richie Adetimehim stands as an eminent visionary in IT Service Management, renowned for his expertise in driving successful ITSM deployments that fuel digital transformation. With a fervent passion for innovation and customer success, Richie leverages technology to elevate service excellence, playing a pivotal role in aligning digital strategies with organizational visions. His distinguished leadership and problem-solving acumen have led to the triumphant implementation of various ServiceNow projects, underpinned by a commitment to upskilling, process refinement, and automation. A trusted resource for Fortune 500 companies across industries, Richie's dedication cements him as a guiding light in the realm of digital transformation.
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#29 - The ITAM insider: Unlocking software assets
09/01/2023
#29 - The ITAM insider: Unlocking software assets
Luis Ward is an Air Force veteran from Panama, married but with no kids or pets. He is a passionate traveler, sports enthusiast (particularly Formula 1, soccer - supporting Austin FC and Manchester City, and baseball - cheering for the Houston Astros), and an accomplished ITAM professional. With a background as a former consultant, he currently serves as the Director of Software Asset Management at Paramount, where he excels in reducing software spend, consolidating portfolios, and promoting ITAM best practices. His life is a dynamic tapestry of diverse experiences and unwavering dedication.
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#28 - Leadership unlocked: Navigating business and technology with Srini Alagarsamy
08/24/2023
#28 - Leadership unlocked: Navigating business and technology with Srini Alagarsamy
Srini Alagarsamy is a global technology executive with over two decades of experience building scalable technology organizations at Fortune 100 companies. Well-versed in all aspects of technology, he has led digital transformation and modernization initiatives across various business domains. With a perspective that technology should drive business value creation, Srini sits at the intersection of business and technology. His engineering education, combined with an MBA from Yale, shape his approach - start with the "why" and "what" before the "how" - to develop solutions that achieve desired results. Raised in an army family in India and having traveled extensively, Srini has an inclusive leadership style and a global viewpoint which has helped him build high-performing teams that deliver results. He and his teams embrace a "learn-it-all" mindset for continuous improvement. Eager to pay it forward, Srini aims to help the next generation of leaders by sharing lessons from his multifaceted technology career. Join him for a transparent conversation unlocking leadership insights. He looks forward to engaging with the diverse change makers of the future.
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#27 - Using design-driven strategies as a catalyst for innovation
06/27/2023
#27 - Using design-driven strategies as a catalyst for innovation
In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Marcus Kirsch, author of “The Wicked Company”. In conversation with our host, Tarulata Champavat, Marcus talked about how he started his professional journey in the field of user experience and service design. He shared the biggest wins in his career while doling out some amazing advice for newcomers in the industry. We also talked about his book “The Wicked Company” - how it came to be and what it is about. Ending off with an interesting discussion on how AI is going to impact the future of work, it was an astonishingly insightful conversation to say the least. If you’re interested in the captivating world of service design, don’t miss out on this episode.
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#26 - Women in Tech
04/24/2023
#26 - Women in Tech
, we had the pleasure of speaking with a leading figure in finance, Becky Nunez, about a very important topic - women in tech. She shared with us how her interest in finance began, and how she navigated the challenges of being a woman in tech. We discussed the struggles she faced in getting her ideas heard, and how she worked to build a centre of influence to amplify her voice. We also explored the importance of bringing more women into tech, and the value that diversity brings to leadership positions. Becky offered invaluable advice for young women starting out in tech, sharing her wisdom on how to succeed in the face of adversity. The episode was hosted by Tarulata Champawat - VP Sales and Marketing at InfoBeans. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation between two incredible women and gain invaluable insights into how we can create a more equitable and inclusive world.
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#25 - From Data to Decisions: The Enterprise Analytics Journey
04/04/2023
#25 - From Data to Decisions: The Enterprise Analytics Journey
In this episode, we sit down with Jan Foo, the Senior Director, Head of Enterprise Data and Analytics Product Management at VMware. Jan takes us on a journey through her career and shares her insights on how to create a culture that values data analytics. Jan talks about why her mother is her role model and how that influenced her work ethic. We also discuss the challenges companies face when it comes to leveraging data for decision-making and how to overcome them. She shares her advice on improving or building data analytics capabilities and how to keep up with the rapidly changing world of data analytics. Join us in this episode to gain valuable knowledge from an expert in the field of data analytics. Listen here:
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#24 - Leading AI - The Role of Leadership in Driving AI and Automation
03/21/2023
#24 - Leading AI - The Role of Leadership in Driving AI and Automation
In this episode of Express Over Espresso, we sit down with Joshua Schechter, the Global Director of AI solutions at Amelia.ai. He shares with us his journey into the world of AI solutions and automation. Joshua talks about the biggest wins and failures in his career and says that he believes in working smarter, not harder. We also delve into the exciting world of conversational AI and how it's shaping the future of work. Joshua shares his best practices for designing and deploying conversational AI, as well as the challenges companies face when implementing it. We also discuss the issues surrounding generative AI and its use cases. Tune in to this episode to hear from Joshua Schechter and learn some fascinating titbits about AI and automation.
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#23 - Salesforce Trends and Career Opportunities
03/16/2023
#23 - Salesforce Trends and Career Opportunities
In this episode, we sat down for an exciting conversation with 16X certified, Salesforce MVP, Adam Olshansky. In answer to our first question, Adam reveals how his Salesforce journey first started and what led him to the position he’s in now. Giving a peek behind the curtain at what it's like to work at Google, he tells us that it's not the company but rather the high-achieving people in it that makes it worth the hype. He shares with us the very interesting story behind how he became the first-ever male coach for RAD Women. Furthermore, he leaves us with some insightful advice for Salesforce beginners and highlights the importance of investing in yourself. Tune in to this episode of Express Over Espresso to hear from Adam Olshansky and learn how you too can succeed with Salesforce!
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#22 - Salesforce for Nonprofits
03/03/2023
#22 - Salesforce for Nonprofits
In this episode, we are thrilled to be joined by the brilliant and inspiring Skye Tyler as our guest. We start off by asking her the reason behind her unique social media handle - Skyeforce. She shares her personal story of going from a career counselor for army men to joining the Salesforce ecosystem. She emphasizes the importance of finding something that brings meaning to your life and how this led her to work with Salesforce for Nonprofits. She also delves into the challenges she faced as a Salesforce consultant and how she overcame them. And, if you're a non-profit looking to partner with a Salesforce consultant, you won't want to miss Skye's invaluable advice on what to look for. Tune in to this episode of Express Over Espresso to hear from Skye Tyler and learn how you too can make a difference in the world of non-profit organizations!
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#21 - Sharing Smiles and Learning with Chuck Tomasi - a ServiceNow expert
11/25/2022
#21 - Sharing Smiles and Learning with Chuck Tomasi - a ServiceNow expert
In this episode, we had the pleasure of conversing with our absolutely charming guest, Mr. Chuck Tomasi. He starts off with how he first became a part of ServiceNow. He then goes on to share the cheeky history behind his trademark bow-tie. He elaborates on what makes ServiceNow stand out from the competitors and how it makes work easier and faster. He advises the freshers in the industry to stay curious and start by working on personal projects. His philosophy on “managing priorities” instead of “managing time” is a food for thought, to say the least. He also shared how his video series “Learn Java Script on the Now Platform” came about. This is a podcast you truly cannot afford to miss!
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#20 - How to Innovate Your Supply Chain with Big Data and Artificial Intelligence to Become a Value Driver?
11/22/2022
#20 - How to Innovate Your Supply Chain with Big Data and Artificial Intelligence to Become a Value Driver?
In this podcast, we were delighted to have an insightful chat with Dr. Marcell Vollmer, the digital transformation and supply chain expert. The conversation kicks off with Marcell giving a layman’s definition of the term “supply chain”. He takes us through his professional journey and shares with us his motto: “Learn every single day”. He talks about the impact of globalization on supply chains and why we need to rethink the way we set up supply chains. Marcell also smoothly tackles our main query, i.e., what is the role of big data and artificial intelligence in the supply chain? He highlighted the need for risk management and mitigation. Marcell believes that it is up to us to define the future.
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#19 - ServiceNow is an Experience
11/14/2022
#19 - ServiceNow is an Experience
In the podcast titled ‘ServiceNow is an experience’, we were delighted to have a chat with Daniela Olvera Pérez. She has shared her experience as a ServiceNow expert. She reminisces a little bit about her childhood, how she started her journey with ServiceNow and the things that made her fall in love with it. She talks about the biggest wins of her career and, of course, the failures too. The importance of thinking outside the box is something she considers an important life lesson. She takes us through the evolution of ‘Now Learning’ and also shares some valuable advice for the beginners of the industry.
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#18 - AI and Climate Change
11/10/2022
#18 - AI and Climate Change
In this podcast titled ‘AI and Climate Change’, we mined our guest Kashyap Kompella’s deep knowledge of AI and climate change. He believes that addressing climate change is one of the most important tasks of our generation. He talks about how AI, when deployed sustainably, can be a great tool for reducing our carbon footprint. Kashyap predicts that AI use cases can help increase progress towards climate action by up to 15%. Finally, he emphasizes that perhaps we should prioritize using technology to tackle the bigger challenges facing our world right now instead of using it to make people click ads.
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#17 - Salesforce - Turning Dreams into Reality
10/27/2022
#17 - Salesforce - Turning Dreams into Reality
In this podcast titled ‘Salesforce - Turning Dreams into Reality’ our guest Eric Dreshfield, the “Kevin Bacon” of the Salesforce Community, shares his experience of working in the Salesforce ecosystem since 2009. He talks about his inspiring journey of once wondering “what’s Salesforce, I’ve never heard of it?” to now becoming a member of the Salesforce MVP Hall of Fame. He emphasizes the importance of networking and making connections and also of the motivation behind the yearly event ‘Midwest Dreamin’. Eric sees a bright future ahead for Salesforce and advises beginners and freshers to stay open to the potential for change.
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#16 - AI in Business
10/18/2022
#16 - AI in Business
In this podcast titled ‘AI in business’ our guest Dr Djamila Amimer shares her extensive knowledge of all things AI. She explains how far AI has progressed since its inception and how it can be used to solve both simple and incredibly complex issues. She also outlines how artificial intelligence will thrive in a connected world giving rise to more business use cases than ever before. Dr Djamila believes that the adoption of AI will continue to accelerate across markets and economies.
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#15 - How Technology and Innovation Drive Digital Growth
10/06/2022
#15 - How Technology and Innovation Drive Digital Growth
In our podcast titled 'How Technology and Innovation Drive Digital Growth', guest speaker Mike Flache shares his insights and experiences on the digital transformation journey and explains why innovation is key to running a successful business in the modern world. His philosophy on bridging the technology and communication gaps emerging in the business is proving to be a guide to real-world challenges. Mike talks about how innovation is used to increase efficiency and streamline processes.
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#14 - Lead generation through CRM
09/09/2022
#14 - Lead generation through CRM
In the podcast titled 'Lead Generation through CRM', our guest Thomas shares his experience and knowledge about how CRM plays an integral part in lead generation. He also speaks about where people go wrong in the CRM implementation process. Additionally, he shared the best practices for choosing a CRM and how taking baby steps in the implementation of a CRM saves you from a lot of hassles later.
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#13 - Different metaphors and philosophies of Design and Humor
08/29/2022
#13 - Different metaphors and philosophies of Design and Humor
In the podcast titled ‘Different Metaphors and Philosophies of Design and Humor’, our guest Adam Lawrence speaks about his transition from zoology and psychology to service design. He also talks about how he uses humor in the service design and his takeaways from the biggest failures.
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#12 - Delivering Results
08/22/2022
#12 - Delivering Results
In our podcast titled ‘Delivering Results’, our guest speaker Gordon Tredgold laid emphasis on the importance of excellent and rightful results. As per him, the desired results can only be obtained with the right strategy. Once you understand why things fail and you can fix them, being successful becomes an awful lot easier because most things fail for the same mistakes. Not just because things are difficult, but because we made them all difficult and we put ourselves in a position where success is not achievable, he added. Listen to his FAST approach in the podcast and you will be amazed at how simple achieving success is.
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Customer Experience in the 21st Century and Beyond
08/10/2022
Customer Experience in the 21st Century and Beyond
In the podcast titled ‘Customer Experience in the 21st Century and Beyond, our guest Karl Smith speaks about why customer experience is so important and why it is important to personalize the customer journey. He also shares the role of technology in the customer experience. Moreover, he also opens up about some of his fascinations about history, war, psychology, and so on.
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Fintech for art, from NFTs to the Metaverse to create a solid investment
08/05/2022
Fintech for art, from NFTs to the Metaverse to create a solid investment
In the podcast titled ‘Fintech for art, from NFTs to the Metaverse to create a solid investment’, our guest Enrico Molinari speaks about the metaverse and how it is going to be a game changer. , As per him we have to offer a collective set of connected customer experiences, structured and organized in such a way as to connect the visitor to the live experience, create the dynamic, to personalize, and the end result would be a solid digital economy. Additionally, he laid emphasis on simulation and virtual experiences that will change the entire landscape of how we do work and live life.
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Readiness- State, condition or requirement
07/26/2022
Readiness- State, condition or requirement
In the podcast episode titled Readiness - State, Condition or requirement, our speaker Joseph Paris poured his 60 years of life experiences and delivered an engrossing speech on why readiness is so integral for organizations today. As per him, if you are ready, you don't have to worry about being resilient. Readiness is all three- a state, a condition, and a requirement that if taken care of proactively, will take companies to the desired level. A crystal clear vision where everyone knows their part and what they have to do in order to accelerate it is the mantra he swears by.
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The societal changes that AI is bringing about
07/06/2022
The societal changes that AI is bringing about
In the podcast titled 'The societal changes that AI is bringing about, our guest Anthony Mills shares his experience around AI that he has gathered throughout his life. As per him, AI is able to create deep fakes and people are a little bit shocked by what AI can do. Also, people are being exposed to and becoming aware of AI's ability to do very human-like things, something very creative. It's a kind of the opposite, whereas the deep fakes might shock us, the creative aspect of it, captures our imagination.
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Managing Employee Experience
06/21/2022
Managing Employee Experience
In the podcast titled ‘Managing Employee Experience’ our guest Christian Buckley shared his experiences of what it takes to keep your employees motivated and how simple or challenging it is. As per Buckley, when the three integral components of an organization - people, process, and technology are in perfect combination with each other, it is only then that employee experience can be managed. Besides, the right people in the right role remove obstacles to productivity and enhance employee experience, he adds.
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Women in Technology
06/02/2022
Women in Technology
In the podcast titled 'Women in technology', our guest Hailey Yoon speaks about her experiences as a women entrepreneur and the challenges she faced along the journey. She says that women try to be perfect at everything, but it is ok to be not perfect. After so many years, she still feels that her voice is not heard by men, that she was interrupted in the middle of the sentence by fellow male colleagues. She advises all women to hold their ground and speak up for themselves and never allow their voice to drown, especially when challenged by a male counterpart.
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Mantra of Product Management
04/28/2022
Mantra of Product Management
Product plays a pretty pivotal role in any organization that has a tech product, and so is Product Management. As the topic suggests, the podcast reflects on how to efficiently play the role of product manager. If you build a product, you should first define your metrics and what is actual success for you. Instead of focussing on a Minimum Viable Product, the focus should be more on creating a minimum delightful product that delights your users. As product managers, lay more emphasis on acquiring customers and building seamless communication channels between all parties involved.
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Unlocking Sustainability
03/31/2022
Unlocking Sustainability
Tom Greever, Senior Director- Product Design at Indigo Ag and author of the book 'Articulate Design Decisions', has played a phenomenal role in leading product and UX design teams and helped organizations design great products and customer experiences. In this podcast, Tom has shared how he and his team is approaching sustainable farming practices and food production from a commodity market viewpoint and believes that if he could solve that problem at scale for the larger industry, then it will have impacts all throughout the food supply chain.
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Move And Improve
03/14/2022
Move And Improve
Akash Ganapathi, our speaker of the podcast titled 'Move and Improve', is the Head of Solutions Architecture at JupiterOne. He comes from a data modeling and software architecture background and also operated his own startup prior to joining JupiterOne. In a candid conversation with our host Zahid Sheikh, Akash shared his unorthodox journey into the world of technology from dropping out of college to his passion to build something of his own and launching his own startup. Listen to Akash sharing his entrepreneurial journey from the lessons he learned the hard way to playing an instrumental role in JupiterOne's growth.
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