Can a career in military service help prepare you for a career in technology? Michael Anderson is the Deputy CTO and former CISO at Dallas Independent School District. We follow his career from being a Staff Sergeant to being a Network Manager in the military service, to being a WAN Technician, and eventually moving up to a technology executive. Mi…

How do you juggle motherhood and the high pace of consulting? How do you find mentors and support in consulting? Sook Chua is a Partner at EY Americas Technology Consulting, Cloud Practice. Her career spans across consulting at IBM, PwC and Arthur Andersen. Connect with Sook on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/sook-chua/ Want to build your a…

Did you know Dallas-Fort Worth has a hub of biotech innovations happening? There's medical advances that we don't even know are going on. This episode, we talk to Gabby Everett, Director of Business Operations & Strategy and Site Head at BioLabs Pegasus Park - North Texas. BioLabs are the premier co-working spaces for life science startups — unique…

Hobbies develop our right brain and foster emotional intelligence. Learn why hobbies are important for business and personal growth with Patrick Benoit, Former Global CISO at Brink’s and VP of Cyber Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) at CBRE. Connect with Patrick on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/patricklbenoit/ Want to build your authori…

Neelu Sethi is the Global CIO of Brinks and a multiple award-winning digital transformation leader with 26+ years of experience across Consumer Product Goods, Hospitality, Healthcare and Textile industries with passion for driving digital innovation & operational excellence. Learn how her father inspired her to pursue a career in technology despite…

Lucy Mariappa grew up in India and learned valuable lessons around crisis management from her father who was a police inspector. Since then, she's had 24 years of global experience across 40 countries, in corporate & public sectors, across multiple industries - Technology, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Telecom, Energy, Hardware, Software, Education, Fi…

What leadership skills will you need in this modern tech world? The old ways of command and control does not work. Learn what's needed to be a great leader. Trey Smith has been the CIO at multiple firms across the chemical, finance and insurance industries. On this episode, we discuss leadership lessons in dealing with IT and big business problems.…

Learn how a programmer became a divisional CIO at FedEx. Gain insights on harnessing the power of education, mentoring and succession planning to grow your career and lift the next generation. Cheryl Bevelle-Orange is the Divisional CIO at FedEx and she shares her career journey along with the tips, advice and lessons learned along the way. Connect…

What kind of trends or cool tech is coming to DFW airport and an airport near you? Aviation and technology geeks, this one is for you! Mike Youngs, the VP of IT at DFW Airport in Dallas-Fort Worth and former Deputy CIO at the Phoenix Airport discusses his career in airport technology and shares some insights and advice. He emphasizes the importance…

Donovan Farrow is the CEO of Alias, which provides cybersecurity services, specializing in preventing, detecting, and responding to cyberattacks. He spent more than 20 years working for Schlumberger Oilfield Services, Loves Travel Stops, Chesapeake Energy and NTT Security in the fields of Information Technology, Information Security, Digital Forens…

Janet Robertson is the former CIO at Raytheon Technologies and AVP at AT&T. She leads massive reorganizations and transformations for industry titans. She is also known for building, mentoring, and empowering extraordinary teams that drive tremendous results. Connect with Janet on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jrroberts... Want to build y…

Nayan Patel is a technology executive and former CIO at multiple healthcare organizations including Baylor Health Care System, The Heart Hospital Baylor Plano, as well as Board Member, Hospital IT Advisory at Medtronic. On this episode, Nayan shares his career advice, emphasizing the importance of having mentors and allocating time for personal gro…

Valerie Davis is the Senior Patent Counsel at Texas Instruments and former President of the Alliance of Technology and Women. We talk about her career journey and advice for success in the tech industry. She emphasizes the importance of never forgetting where you came from and staying grounded. Her love for math and science led her to pursue a care…

Kris Fitzgerald is a retired CTO of NTT DATA Services and former Executive Director at Dell. He currently guest lectures at the University of Texas at Dallas and Core Volunteer and House Lead for Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity. Kris shares his perspectives on AI and Chat GPT, as well as career advice for the tech industry. He also discusses the c…

Ed Wilson is the former Senior Enterprise Architect at Southwest Airlines and the Assistant Professor of Mathematics at University of Texas at Arlington. His lessons from leading and teaching covers: - crucial conversations - building high performing teams - hiring for diversity of thought - leadership lessons and much more! Connect with Ed Wilson …

E. G. Nadhan has 25+ years of experience in the IT industry selling, delivering and managing enterprise solutions for global enterprises. As the Global Chief Architect Leader at Red Hat, he works with the executive leadership of enterprises to drive Digital Transformation with a healthy blend of emerging solutions and a DevOps mindset. His thought …

Amy Czuchlewski is the Senior Director of Mobile Engineering at Foot Locker and former head of technology at Noggin (Nickelodeon), Bottle Rocket and Blue Label Labs. Her 20+ years of experience building consumer facing applications started with the very first phone to have downloadable apps (Motorola i1000+ in 1999). Leading engineering teams from …

Saurajit Kanungo is the President of CG Infinity. He has served hundreds of large and mid-size business owners across all kinds of industries over the last 30+ years. He is also the co-author of Demystyfying IT, The Language of IT for the CEO. https://demystifyingit.com Connect with Saurajit on LinkedIn at: / saurajit Want to build your authority a…

Valerie Freeman is the CEO at BravoTECH and Freeman+Leonard. Both organizations have been leaders in offering recruiting, staffing, payrolling and outsourcing and consulting services. She is also the Founder of Anserteam, LLC, Vice Chairman of the Board at Prime Women Media and Former CEO of Imprimis Group, Inc. Her contributions as Board Member fo…

Robert Atkins is the CEO and Co-Founder of BALANCED Media | Technology. His company is purpose driven to globally improve health, empower industry innovation, and assist problem solving through cross-disciplinary collaboration using gaming and computer science. He and his team build innovative products which enlighten, motivate and inspire a new ge…

Gertrude Van Horn has been the CIO at NCH Corporation for over a decade, leading an international technology team, consultants and partners to provide technology transformation, security improvements, cost effective operations and to build technology solutions that support the corporation’s business strategy. She is also the 2023 Tech Titans Hall o…

Toby Buckalew is the President of the Association for Business Technology Professionals (ABTP) and CIO of Fortune Beast. ABTP is a 501(c)(6) non-for-profit professional association devoted to the individual growth of business technology professionals and ethical use and implementation of technology. After serving on the board of advisors, Toby was …

Karen Bruno is the CEO of Tech CXO LaunchPad, as well as the President & Founder of Technology Ball. She fosters relationships between IT executives and technology goods and services providers through professional social events. As a result, they are able to support Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Education as a philanthropic cause…

Gerry Mecca is the former CIO at Tropicana, DATASCAN, Cadbury Schweppes, and Vice President of IT at Keurig Dr Pepper. He is now the Principal at The EKG Group LLC where he capitalizes on deep business and information technology consulting and advisory experience to achieve operational excellence, effective organizational design, predictable ERP an…

Shaunna Black is the former Vice President at Texas Instruments for 20+ years. During her career, she led global divisions spanning 25 countries and managed billion-dollar manufacturing plants. She is now the President of Shaunna Black & Associates, with a special passion for launching women in technology into powerful positions. She enables them t…

Imagine having access to CTOs, CIOs, CEOs and other technology executives sharing their career advice, lessons, challenges and stories to help grow YOUR CAREER. This podcast showcases technology leaders sharing their wisdom with technology professionals looking to get their next promotion and/or build their tech business. Fanny Dunagan is the host …

Kelly Flowers is the CEO of Women Leading Technology. She bridges the diversity, equity, and inclusion gap in communities around the world, through STEAAM education and empowerment for women and girls. She has received multiple awards and recognitions for her work, such as the Women in Technology award from the Dallas Business Journal and the Missi…

Tom Sweet is the CIO of Industrial Refrigeration Pros and former Vice President Cloud Services at GM Financial. As an introvert, he was really against social media but decided it was necessary to build a brand, go to networking events and gain speaking opportunities, in order to get into the C-suite level. His continual pursuit of learning, and abi…

Interview with Pamala Hansen, LCSW of Wild Clarity Counseling For this episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Pamala Hansen. She is a licensed social worker, (LCSW) from Wild Clarity Counseling. Together they talk about who is Pam and the people she caters to. Pam also shares the things she loves about her work. In this episode: 01:30 – Who is Pamala Hanse…

Interview with Ms. Amanda Leitch of Alzheimer's Tennessee For today’s episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Ms. Amanda Leitch. She is the director of Alzheimer's Tennessee. Together they talk about the difference between Alzheimer’s and Dementia and the importance of finding support for you and your loved one. In this episode: 01:30 – Who is Ms. Amanda an…

Interview with Ms. Carrie Brawley Administrator of Unity Psych Hospital For this episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Ms. Carrie Brawley. She is the administrator of Unity Psych Hospital. They talk about the qualifications to be admitted in a psych hospital and the step by step process that patients had to go through. Carrie also shares the different ser…

Interview with Ms. Sarah Scott of Jackson Meadows For today’s episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Ms. Sarah Scott. She is the community sales manager at Jackson Meadows. Together they talk about who is Sarah and what Jackson Meadows is. Sarah shares the services that they offer and what are the lives in the community like. In this episode: 01:30 – Who i…

Interview with Director of Operations Mr. Frank Burns, Jr. of West TN Medical Group For today’s episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Frank Burns, Jr. He is the director of operations of West TN Medical Group. They talk about what is West Tn Medical Group, the specialties that they have and the areas that they handle. In this episode: 01:40 – Who is Frank…

Interview with Charter Senior Living with Ms. Peggy and Ms. Tina For today’s episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Ms. Peggy and Ms. Tina from Charter Senior Living. They discuss the many services and fun activities that they offer. They also talk about the importance of planning for your elderly loved one’s future care and how medication management is a …

Interview with Mr. Bryson McQuiston Owner of Home Instead, Jackson, TN Aging is something all of us cannot avoid and to do it wonderfully should be a must. For this episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Bryson McQuiston. He is the owner of Home Instead in Jackson TN. They discuss the importance of preparing for your place of aging and the whole process. B…

How to lose weight safely and effectively with Dr. Ruth Ann Slayton Obesity is a serious health issue but not everyone knows how to handle it properly. So, for today’s episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Dr. Ruth Ann Slayton. She is a Doctor of Nursing practitioner, (DNP) and owner of Corner Clinic. Dr. Ruth and Dr. Mike discuss what is BMI and how it c…

How to Manage Your Diabetes with Ms. Deborah Leggett, FNP of Family Medical Clinic Diabetes is a common yet dangerous disease. For today’s episode, Dr. Mike Chua is joined by Ms. Deborah Leggett. She is a family nurse practitioner, (FNP) at the Family Medical Clinic in Jackson TN. Together, they talk about what is Diabetes and its types. What are t…

The Benefits of IV Hydration with Nurse Practitioner Deseray Melton, FNP Hydrating your body is really important. And drinking water is not the only way to do it. For today’s episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Deseray Melton. She is a nurse practitioner, FNP and the owner of Infused IV Hydration and Wellness spa. They discuss the benefits of IV hydrati…

Navigating the Journey to Success and Significance with Aaron Walker What is success? For this episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with Aaron Walker. He is the founder and president of View from the Top, an author, and a coach in life and business. Together, they discuss how to navigate the Journey to Success and Significance in life. How having healthy boun…

Benefits of CBD with Johnathan Chung Owner of Your CBD Store CBD has long been contested to help with health and wellness. So, for this episode, Dr. Mike is with Johnathan Chung. He is the owner of Your CBD Store, located in Jackson TN. They discuss what is CBD, how it affects the body, and its many benefits. In this episode: 03:10 – Who is Johnath…

Interview with Ms. Sarah Scott of Jackson Meadows of Jackson, TN For this episode, Dr. Mike is with Sarah Scott. She is the sales manager of Jackson Meadows of Jackson TN. They discuss what is Jackson Meadows and what are the different services that they offer. Sarah shares some stories about the people who live there and how to lessen most people’…

Getting out of your comfort zone For this episode, Dr. Mike talks about how to get out of your comfort zone. He discusses that it can actually make you better and stronger as a person. He breaks things down using the simple yet effective acronym, COMFORT. In this episode: 03:03 – C: Choose. 03:32 – O: One on one. 04:08 – M: Me. 04:58 – F: Feeling p…

Interview with Ms. Laura Galbreath of Progressive Directions For this episode, Dr. Mike is with Laura Galbreath, residential manager of Progressive Directions. They discuss what Laura do and what is the community she serves. Laura talks about what they offer, how they assist people who has learning or development disability and shares that this is …

5 Questions to Ask Yourself to Find Your Life’s Purpose So, Dr. Mike talked about how having our life’s purpose can help us. For this episode, let’s watch as he asks the 5 questions to help find our purpose in life. In this episode: 01:46 – If money were no object, what would you do? 02:10 – If you could do anything in a day, how would you spend it…

4 Ways Living with Purpose Improves Your Health Purpose really is, everything. For this episode, Dr. Mike talks about the 4 ways living with purpose can improve your health. In this episode: 03:03 – Dr. Mike talks about his passion and his experience without it. 03:39 – Physical health benefits. 04:18 – Benefits for your personal relationships. 05:…

4 Ways Living with Purpose Improves Your Business Dr. Mike talks about how living with purpose can make your life better. In this episode, he’ll discuss the business side of things and why having a clear path can help you be successful. In this episode: 02:56 – Living with purpose helps you to stay in the game. 03:40 – Living with purpose promotes …

4 Practical Tips for Figuring Out Your Life’s Purpose Last time, Dr. Mike Chua talked about the 4 major ways that purpose can change your life. In this episode, he is here to discuss the 4 practical tips for figuring out your life’s purpose and its importance. In this episode: 02:31 – Home in your passions. 03:11 – What injustices fires you up? 03:…

4 Major Ways Living with Purpose Changes Everything Having purpose is very important. It can surely make lives more meaningful. In this episode, Dr. Mike Chua shares four major ways living with purpose changes people’s lives for the better. In this episode: 02:58 – You have abundant energy. 03:55 – You are more engage. 04:32 – You will see more opp…

Interview with Charter Senior Living of Jackson with Peggy Hanes and Brad Scoggins For this episode, Dr. Mike Chua is with the people from Charter Senior living Jackson. Brad Scoggins is the regional sales and marketing director. Peggy Haynes is the sales and marketing director. Together they talk about what Charter is and how they differ from othe…

Interview with Ms. Debra Utley, LPN / Executive Director of Charter Senior Living, Jackson, TN For today’s podcast, Dr. Mike Chua is with Debra Utley. She is a long-time nurse, an LPN, and the executive director of Charter Senior Assisted Living of Jackson. They talk about assisted living, memory care, and their difference. They also touch on the i…