Just in time for the Pro Football Playoffs. Host Chris Soriano breaks down all the action and what you need to know. Chris also touches on High School and College Football across the country!
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Leading IT into the future as a business force multiplier. Discover how IT Business Executives are impacting the business world, growing their careers, and influencing end-users without sacrificing work life balance AND never worrying about money again. *****DISCLAIMER***** All views, opinions, and statements made by guests on this show do not represent the beliefs of Phil Howard, or any entity whatsoever with which I have been, am now, or will be affiliated. Any statements, views, random th ...
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307- Paul Falbe Shares Insights on Long-Term IT Leadership Success
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Paul Falbe With over three decades of experience at Cassens Transport, Paul Falbe has guided the IT department through major technological shifts. His background in economics and mathematics provided a strong foundation for his transition into programming and IT leadership. Paul continues to stay hands-on with coding while directing IT strategy for…
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306- Brandon Hansen’s Rapport Driven Leadership is Transforming Teams and Lives
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Brandon Hansen A passionate advocate for personal growth and leadership development, Brandon Hansen serves as the Director Of IT at Whitaker Construction. His transformative experience with Rapport Leadership training has shaped his approach to both family life and professional leadership. Brandon’s enthusiasm for helping others reach their full po…
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304- Carlos Soriano on Agile, Leadership, and Building Bridges in IT
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Carlos Soriano With over a decade of experience leading IT teams across Europe and North America, Carlos Soriano currently serves as Director of IT for Applications and Business Intelligence at RectorSeal in Houston. His expertise spans implementing agile methodologies, managing large-scale IT projects, and facilitating collaboration between techni…
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303- Brandon Hansen Part 2: IT Leadership, Ownership Culture, and Career Growth
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Brandon Hansen Leading IT at an employee-owned company, Brandon Hansen brings a unique perspective to technology leadership. His approach emphasizes empowering team members, fostering a culture of ownership, and making strategic decisions that benefit the entire organization. With a background in networking and a passion for continuous learning, Br…
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302- Chris Zimmerman Reveals How to Navigate Leadership Challenges in IT
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Chris Zimmerman With a diverse background spanning community policing and IT, Chris Zimmerman brings a unique perspective to his role as Senior Director of IT at Fleet Farm. His journey includes degrees in computer science, leadership, and an MBA, demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning. Chris’s leadership philosophy emphasizes understand…
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301- Eric Johnson on IT Leadership in the Oil and Gas Industry
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Eric Johnson With a background in Management Information Systems from the University of Iowa, Eric Johnson has risen through the ranks to lead IT operations at Atlas Oil. His experience spans from early computer lab management to overseeing complex ERP and trading system implementations in the oil and gas industry. Eric’s leadership approach emphas…
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300- ChaChi Gallo on Generac’s IT Transformation and Career Advice for IT Newcomers
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ChaChi Gallo With a non-traditional background in IT, ChaChi Gallo has risen through the ranks to lead a global team of 60-70 employees at Generac. His passion for technology and empathetic leadership style have driven success in managing complex IT environments, particularly during mergers and acquisitions. Outside of work, ChaChi chairs Generac’s…
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299- Sunny Singh Reveals How to Manage 1,200 Users with Just 3 IT Staff
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Sunny Singh With a background in telecom sales and a passion for technology, Sunny Singh transitioned into IT, rising through the ranks to manage large-scale operations. His expertise in efficient IT management and customer service has allowed him to successfully oversee environments with 1,200+ users using minimal staff. Singh’s approach combines …
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298- Don’t Click Here! Mike Brangwynne Talks Cybersecurity Tips and User Training Essentials
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Mike (Cyber Mike) Brangwynne Mike Brangwynne, also known as Cyber Mike, is the Director of Technology and Cybersecurity at Wilkins Media. With a background in both IT and creative writing, Mike blends technical expertise with a unique approach to user training and engagement. Don’t Click Here! Mike Brangwynne Talks Cybersecurity Tips and User Train…
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297- Brandon Hansen on Instilling a Sense of Ownership Part 1: From AOL Days to Modern Challenges
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Brandon Hansen Currently a director in IT, Brandon Hanson brings a wealth of experience from his time at AOL and other tech companies. With a background that spans from early computing to modern virtualization, Brandon offers unique insights into the evolving landscape of technology and IT management. Brandon Hansen on Instilling a Sense of Ownersh…
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296- Greg Tsirulnik on Building an IT Culture That Stands Out
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Greg Tsirulnik Empowering CIO Greg Tsirulnik is a motivational speaker, coach, and mentor with over 28 years of experience in IT. Known for his work at Broadview Networks and BridgeCom, Greg now focuses on blending technology with human-centered approaches, helping teams and leaders navigate the complexities of the modern IT landscape. Greg Tsiruln…
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295- Paul Yater: How to Thrive as Both a CIO and Head of HR
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Paul Yater The Chief Information Officer and Head of Human Resources at 84 Lumber, Paul Yater brings a wealth of experience in IT transformation and human resource leadership. With a background that includes roles at IBM, Heinz, and Dick’s Sporting Goods, Paul demonstrates a unique ability to balance technology and people management to foster organ…
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294- Jon Anderson’s Journey: From Auto Mechanic to IT Pro
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Jon Anderson Currently serving as Senior IT Manager at Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Jon Anderson has a unique background as an auto mechanic before switching to the IT realm. With over 18 years in his previous role and hands-on experience in various IT functions, Jon brings a wealth of knowledge and practical advice on continuous learning and...…
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293- Ari Harrison on Microsoft Licensing Chaos and Streamlining IT Operations
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Ari Harrison Currently serving as Director of IT at BAMCO, Ari Harrison leads the company’s technological strategies and remote work solutions. With a robust background in both IT services and solution integration, Ari brings decades of experience to his role in enhancing operational efficiencies and tackling complex IT challenges. Ari Harrison on …
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292- Alex Pettit Estell’s Transformation from Bioengineering to IT Director
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Alex Pettit Estell Serving as IT Director at Dynamic Blending, Alex Pettit Estelle brings a unique perspective from his bioengineering background. With experience in cancer research and protein engineering, Alex has successfully transitioned to IT, excelling in creating innovative technology solutions that drive business efficiency. Alex Pettit Est…
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291- Branden Escobar Talks Modern Cybersecurity in Oil and Gas Stations
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Branden Escobar Currently the IT Director at Boyett Petroleum, Brandon Escobar has rapidly advanced in his career due to his versatility and dedication. With a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and a Master’s in Cybersecurity from Johns Hopkins, he has integrated innovative solutions and strong security measures across various industries. Brand…
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290- Sebastian West on the Surprising Contents of His Server Room
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Sebastian West Sebastian West is an IT leader with over 30 years of experience in the field. Currently, he oversees the IT department at WSI, a company specializing in logistics, supply chain, warehousing, and e-commerce. With a passion for developing his team and navigating the ever-changing landscape of technology, Sebastian brings a unique persp…
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289- Insights from Tony Grayson: From Navy Subs to Data Centers
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Tony Grayson Currently leading the modular business at Compass Datacenters, Tony Grayson brings a wealth of experience from his time in the Navy. Over two decades, he transitioned from commanding submarines to pioneering innovations at Meta, AWS, and Oracle. Insights from Tony Grayson: From Navy Subs to Data Centers Ever wonder how leadership on a.…
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288- Brandon Patton Shares 16 Years of Wisdom in IT Management
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Brandon Patton With over 16 years of experience in the IT industry, Brandon Patton currently serves as the IT Director at Engineering Innovation. Starting in customer support, he organically climbed the ranks within the company, demonstrating his technical skills and leadership capabilities. Brandon is passionate about maintaining robust IT infrast…
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287- From 1996 to Today: Sergio R. De La Garza on IT Leadership and Cybersecurity
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Sergio R. De La Garza An established IT leader with roots dating back to 1996, Sergio De La Garza brings decades of experience in both technology and business processes. His career spans from helpdesk operations to IT leadership roles, navigating through Y2K and into the current landscape of cybersecurity. Known for integrating older methods with..…
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286- J.D. Whitlock on Rethinking Career Growth in IT: Pros and Cons
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J.D. Whitlock Chief Information Officer at Dayton Children’s Hospital, J.D. Whitlock has over 20 years of experience in healthcare IT. He brings a wealth of knowledge from his extensive background, including 13 years of military service in healthcare administration and a passion for mentoring upcoming IT professionals. J.D. Whitlock on Rethinking C…
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285- Tim Kitchen Talks Leading IT Teams in the Mental Health Sector
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Tim Kitchen Director of Information Technology for Networking and Infrastructure at MetroCare Services, Tim Kitchen brings a wealth of experience across multiple industries including retail, utilities, oil and gas, and healthcare. Known for his leadership in IT, Tim specializes in mental health services, bringing a personal touch to his professiona…
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284- Bob Keubler Decodes Disaster Recovery and the Future of AI in IT
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Bob Keubler Bob Keubler is the Director of IT at The Gund Company. With over 20 years of experience in the IT sector, Bob has cultivated expertise in strategic planning, disaster recovery, and security frameworks. His passion for technology and problem-solving shines through in his approach to modern IT challenges. Bob Keubler Decodes Disaster Reco…
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283- David Ramsey Shares the Surprising Key to IT Leadership Success
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David Ramsey David Ramsey is the CIO at STG Logistics, where he leads IT through rapid growth and integration of multiple acquisitions. With over 25 years of experience as a CIO across diverse industries, Ramsey has a proven track record of building high-performing teams and driving transformative projects. His passion for technology and leadership…
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282- The Future of AI: A Messy but Exciting Journey with Alex Marzano
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Alex Marzano Alex Marzano is the CIO of NextGen Power Systems, a company focused on renewable energy and EV charging solutions. With over 20 years of experience, he has held various leadership roles, including IT M&A Integrations Leader at PwC and CIO at Ohmium, a green hydrogen generation company. Marzano is passionate about technology’s role...…
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281- A Conversation with Larry Sage: Leading with Confidence and Self-Reflection
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Larry Sage Larry Sage is the Director of Information Technology at Cleveland Steel Container, bringing over 28 years of diverse IT experience to his role. During this time, he held various positions, starting as a systems analyst and climbing the ranks to ultimately become the vice president of IT at his previous organization. Larry, a...…
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280- Jessica Yeo: Breaking Barriers in Tech – Insights from a Female Leader
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Jessica Yeo Jessica Yeo, a remarkable leader in the IT industry, currently serves as the Global Senior IT Director and Chief Architect at Cummins Inc, a leading company in sustainable solutions. With a growth mindset and a mantra of controlling her life path, Jessica has intentionally crafted a progressive career. Her journey is a testament...…
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279-A Journey Through Time: Andy Knauf’s 34 Years of IT Leadership
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Andy Knauf With a remarkable 34-year tenure at his company, Andy Knauf serves as the Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Mead & Hunt. He has extensive experience in modernizing infrastructure and transforming technology organizations. Andy’s journey began with building his own computer and has since led him to become a respected leader in the IT...…
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278- Bhavik Bhakta: Elevating IT’s Role in the Heart of America’s Businesses
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Bhavik Bhakta Bhavik Bhakta is the Senior Director of IT & Cyber Security at Hayes Locums, a prominent recruiting firm specializing in placing physicians. With a team of nine IT professionals supporting 300 end users, Bhavik emphasizes the importance of context and interpretation in conveying IT goals to the broader organization. Passionate about p…
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277- David Radabaugh on Using AI to Streamline Sales and Transform Customer Communication
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David Radabaugh David Radabaugh is the Director of Information Technology at A&C Plastics Inc, where he oversees a team supporting 100 end users. With a background in business and management information systems, David brings a unique perspective to IT leadership. He is passionate about leveraging technology to streamline business processes and impr…
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276- From CAD to IT: Denny Farrell’s Unconventional Path to IT Leadership
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Denny Farrell Denny Farrell is an IT operations and business continuity expert with a unique perspective shaped by his diverse career journey. Currently, he oversees IT operations and strategic planning for Builders, a family-run company with footprints in Colorado and Nebraska. With a background in architecture and CAD, Denny brings a fresh approa…
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275- From Apple II to VP of IT: Steve Fink on Building a People-First IT Strategy
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Steve Fink Steve Fink is the Vice President of IT at Fenner Precision Polymers, a global leader in advanced polymer solutions. With over 15 years of experience in the Michelin Group, Steve has a deep understanding of IT’s role in driving business success. He is passionate about fostering a people-centric IT culture and leveraging technology...…
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274- Eric Bloom: Data, Digital Natives, and the Evolving Role of IT Leaders
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Eric Bloom Eric Bloom is a seasoned IT leader and the Executive Director of the IT Management and Leadership Institute. With a passion for developing the next generation of IT leaders, Eric and his team provide training and certifications for IT professionals at all levels. His insights stem from a diverse background in IT management,...…
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273- Prashant Natarajan on AI for the Enterprise: From Hype to Human-Centric Solutions
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Prashant Natarajan Prashant Natarajan is a seasoned AI specialist, currently serving as the Vice President at H2O.ai and author of the book “Demystifying AI for the Enterprise.” With a diverse background in chemical engineering, linguistics, and cognitive psychology, Prashant brings a unique perspective to the world of AI and its implications for b…
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272- From Zero Defects to Global Teams: Nick Bialaszewski’s Journey in IT Leadership
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Nick Bialaszewski Nick Bialaszewski is an experienced IT leader with a passion for building high-performing teams. Currently, he serves as an operating partner at Orchid Black, a consultancy firm, and VP of Engineering at Restore for Retail, a retail tech software company. Nick’s background as a software engineer and his expertise in lean methodolo…
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271- From DOS to C-Suite: Ivanise Gomes on Becoming a Strategic IT Leader
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Ivanise Gomes Ivanise Gomes is a seasoned IT executive with over 20 years of experience driving business results through creative technology solutions. Having worked with major corporations like General Motors and Eaton, she excels at building strategic partnerships and empowering teams. Currently, Ivanise serves as Senior IT Business Relationship …
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270- The Promise and Perils of Generative AI: Insights from Eric Doherty
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Eric Doherty Eric Doherty, former Visionary President and Major Stockholder at PERSOWN,INC. is a recognized thought leader in healthcare AI. With 30 years of leadership experience in the industry, he is at the forefront of leveraging artificial intelligence to transform patient outcomes. Eric advises organizations on their digital transformation st…
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269- The Democratization of Technology with Grant Ecker
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Grant Ecker Grant Ecker is an accomplished technology leader who currently serves as VP and Chief Architect at a Fortune 500 company. He is the Founder and Chairman of the Board at the Chief Architect Forum, a community he created to connect IT executives for sharing insights and innovations. With over 20 years of experience...…
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268- Transforming Broken IT Environments with Nathan Lauderdale
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Nathan Lauderdale Nathan Lauderdale is an accomplished IT leader with over 15 years of experience transforming dysfunctional IT environments. He currently serves as the Director of Information Technology at Atwoods Ranch & Home. Nathan specializes in aligning IT strategy with business goals to drive revenue, cut costs, and improve efficiency. He ha…
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267- Inside Greyhound’s Technology Transformation with IT Leader John Nara
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John Nara John Nara is the Director of Information Technology at Greyhound Lines Inc. He first joined Greyhound as a developer, creating key dispatch and logistics systems. Over time, John moved into IT leadership roles, overseeing teams and major technology initiatives at the company. His passion for motivating staff and building culture has shape…
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266- Aaron Katske Reveals How 3D Printing is Revolutionizing Manufacturing
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Aaron Katske Aaron Katske is the Vice President of Information Technology at Velo3D, a leader in metal additive manufacturing. With over 15 years of experience, Aaron oversees IT strategy, security, infrastructure, and applications. He has led high-performing teams in various industries including software and manufacturing and is passionate about t…
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265- The Long Game: Steve Cicco on Sustaining Passion in Technology Careers
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Steve Cicco Steve Cicco is a passionate IT leader with over 20 years of experience driving technology strategy and execution. His dedication to understanding business objectives and commitment to learning new skills have enabled him to sustain engagement across diverse roles and responsibilities over his lengthy tenure in the industry. An avid life…
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264- The CIO Journey: Kenny Mullican on Leading Through Change
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Kenny Mullican Kenny Mullican is an experienced IT leader and CIO at Paragon Films, guiding the company’s technology strategy for over a decade. With a diverse background spanning global experience in the Middle East, coding, startups and enterprise roles, Kenny brings a blend of technical prowess, business acumen and people skills. He believes in …
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263- Rocketships and Red Tape: Justin Mealer on Leading IT at a Space Startup
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Justin Mealer Justin Mealer is IT Manager at Impulse Space, a startup focused on space logistics and transportation. His journey began hacking his school’s network at age 12, before becoming one of the youngest IT managers in his region. Justin’s passion for learning has fueled his rapid rise, along with his knack for crafting compelling...…
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262- Fred Donatucci on Mastering IT Leadership and Driving Change
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Fred Donatucci Fred Donatucci is an accomplished IT leader with over 25 years of experience driving business transformation and change. His passion for technology started early with his first computer, an Apple IIe. Fred went on to study economics and philosophy, combining his interests in business and technology. He has led IT teams and projects..…
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261- Lessons in Leadership: Jason Metzger on Mentorship and Kindness in IT
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Jason Metzger Jason Metzger is an IT Manager at AC Corporation in Greensboro, North Carolina. With over 15 years of experience in IT administration and leadership roles, he is passionate about managing teams with empathy, respect, and humility. Originally from Philadelphia, Jason was inspired by his father’s decades of honorable service in law enfo…
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260- Cybersecurity Black Belts – Lessons on Cyber Threats from Joshua Smallman
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Joshua Smallman Joshua Smallman, Manager of IT Operations for ModSquad is an IT professional with over 15 years of experience spanning network engineering, cybersecurity, and more. Originally from Trinidad and Tobago, he began developing specialized skills in cybersecurity while working for the government’s Ministry of Education. Joshua runs a popu…
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259- Hacking the System with Chris Roberts: Insights from Cybersecurity Pioneer
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Chris Roberts With decades of experience in government and private sector cybersecurity, Chris Roberts serves as an influential voice for IT leaders seeking to manage risk and drive real change. His unique perspective stems from time in the military combined with high-impact work as an offensive security expert. Chris leverages his extensive techni…
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258- The Power of Caring: Glenn Hasteadt on Putting People Over Technology
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Glenn Hasteadt Glenn Hasteadt is a transformational IT leader focused on building high-performing, people-centric cultures. With over 30 years of experience, Glenn specializes in developing empowered, engaged teams by caring about people first and technology second. His strengths-based leadership approach centers around psychological safety, collab…
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We are down to the final four. The AFC and NFC Championship Games kick off Sunday. Who will play each other in the Super Bowl? Also, recap of the divisional round, update on the NFL Coaching carousel and chris asks if streaming is the future of major sporting events?By Chris Soriano
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