Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool is the podcast for tech talent-focused executives and managers who are evolving with a rapidly changing marketplace. From exploring the candidate and hiring manager journeys to sharing thoughts on what the future looks like for tech talent across industries, we’re here to help our listeners learn how to swim in this turbulent talent pool.
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Revenue Operations: How the Top 1% Develop Talent - With Stephen Diorio
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Today we talk to Stephen Diorio, Executive Vice President Growth Strategy at Green Thread, Managing Director at The Revenue Enablement Institute and Author "Revenue Operations" with profound expertise in revenue enablement and operations. This engaging discussion explores Stephen’s background, the evolving nature of job roles in the tech industry, …
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Empowerment and Growth in Startups: Insights from Sarah Brown
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John Light talks with Sarah Brown, a marketing executive and author of 'Lead Upwards,' a book addressing the roles and challenges of joiners in startups and the VC space. Sarah shares her background and the motivation behind writing her book, emphasizing the importance of growth, learning opportunities, and building meaningful relationships in the …
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Navigating Success: Overcoming Adversity and Building Your Personal Brand
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In this episode of 'Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool,' John converses with Adriana Cowdin, a notable personal branding expert, executive career coach, and entrepreneur celebrated among the top 1 percent of women's small business owners in America. They discuss the importance of overcoming adversity, the impact of personal branding in career develop…
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In this episode of 'Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool,' John Light interviews Jayme Hong, the founder and CEO of Pivodio, an ad tech messaging platform that empowers artists through micro learning by connecting them with award-winning professionals for short video message-based coaching. Starting from Jayme’s initial dream of becoming a rock star, t…
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Navigating Startups and Equity: Insights from 'The Startup Lottery'
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In this episode of 'Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool', John Light Presiden dialogues with Gus Bessalel, a serial entrepreneur and author of 'The Startup Lottery'. Gus shares his journey from a management consultant to a successful entrepreneur, highlighting the misconceptions startup employees have about equity and the complexities behind it. He ex…
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In this episode of 'Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool,' John Ligh interviews Brian Freeman, founder and CEO of Creator Land. They discuss the inception of Creator Land, a platform likened to LinkedIn but designed for the creative economy, addressing the unique needs of content creators, influencers, and talent managers. Freeman shares his journey fr…
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Innovative Ideation: The Drive for Collective Creativity
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In this episode of 'Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool,' host John Light, engages in a captivating dialogue with Nick Jane, CEO of Idea Scale. They explore Nick's unique career journey from finance in New York to leading a company born from a White House initiative. Idea Scale, termed as a CRM for ideas, serves as a platform for large organizations s…
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Where Personal Development Meets Tech, and Talent
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In this episode of 'Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool,' host John Light talks with Hirbod Bigvan, a serial entrepreneur in the tech space, about the challenges and excitement of entrepreneurship, the balance between passion and discipline, and the innovative use of technology in personal development. Hirbod shares his journey from arriving in the U.…
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Navigating the Fusion of Talent and Technology with Ole Gjerde
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In this episode of 'Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool', host John Light chats with Oli Journey, the CEO of True North Dynamics. Ole shares his journey from a computer science student to becoming a prominent figure in the tech service industry. He discusses the inception of his company, its name's origin, and the decision to split his business to bet…
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Evolving Communication Through AI with Julian Guthrie
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In this episode of 'Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool,' host John Light interviews Julian Guthrie, the co-founder and CEO of Alphy, about their AI application Reflect AI. Julian discusses her journey from a word-obsessed child and a 20-year journalist at the San Francisco Chronicle to founding a tech startup aimed at improving communication. Reflect…
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Driving Success in the Tech Talent Pool with Justin Helmig
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In this episode of 'Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool,' host John Light interviews Justin Helmig, CEO of Implan, a SaaS company specializing in economic analytics. They discuss Implan's focus on analyzing economic changes and their impacts, growth opportunities, and the critical role of talent in successful execution. With a background in growing, c…
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Revolutionizing Savings: The Secrets Behind Get Spendly's $2500 Per Employee
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On this episode of the Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool podcast, John Light interviews Matthew Godley, the founder and CEO of Get Spendly. Matthew shares his insights on understanding market trends and leveraging technology to address financial pressures. He highlights how Get Spendly automates finding better service offers, potentially saving up t…
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Empowering Employees Globally: Trust, Accountability, and Meaningful Work
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Tune in to this exciting episode of Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool, where John Light interviews Mark Abbott, the brilliant mind behind ninety.io. Explore the fascinating world of technology and humanity as Mark discusses the evolution of useful information and its impact on human connection and productivity. Discover the secrets to creating fulfi…
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From Darts to Tech: Dylan Robbins' Journey of Passion and Success
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On this episode of Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool, host John Light interviews Dylan Robbins, founder and CEO of Lucra Sports. He discusses his company's innovative platform that allows users to engage in various sports and activities through their app. They discuss the challenges of acquiring and retaining quality tech talent, the importance of b…
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Mastering Contemporary Software Development with Dave Todaro
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On this episode of 'Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool' Dave Todaro, CEO and founder of Ascendle, takes us on a thrilling journey through the tech industry. From his early fascination with technology to his groundbreaking work in software development for the construction industry, Dave shares his challenges and triumphs. He also delves into the world…
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From Expert Systems to Genesis AI with Tony Rhem
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In this exciting podcast episode, John Light and Tony Rhem delve into the potential of AI in industries such as healthcare, law, and finance. They discuss how AI can improve patient intake and healthcare delivery, assist lawyers in research, and aid in predictive analysis for investment decisions. The conversation also highlights the need for ethic…
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Unlock the Potential of AR with Anna Belova
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On this episode of Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool, John Light interviews Anna Belova, an expert in augmented reality (AR). Anna explains the differences between AR and virtual reality (VR), and shares her story of how she got to where she is today. She talks about her platform, MyWebAR.com, which allows anyone to create AR experiences without tec…
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On this episode of Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool, John Light and Gianna Driver, the CHRO of Exabeam, discuss the importance of looking for potential in candidates rather than specific experiences when hiring. They reference a study that found 82% of the time, it was soft skills that caused hires to fail. They also discuss the need for reskilling…
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Creating Your Digital Persona: Peter Saddington's Advice for the Younger Generation
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On this episode of Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool, John Light interviews Peter Saddington, a second-generation race car driver, perennial entrepreneur, and venture capitalist. Peter shares his experience of growing up during the economic downturn of the late 70s and early 80s, and encourages the younger generation to focus on finishing rather tha…
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Unlocking the Secrets of Talent Management with Sunaina Lobo
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On this episode of 'Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool', John Light interviews Sunaina Lobo, a CHRO extraordinaire. Sunaina shares her journey of growing up in Mumbai, India, and then moving to Australia to pursue an advanced masters in Human Resources. They discuss the current job market, the need to be innovative and think outside the box when it c…
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Automation and Upscaling with Jacob Silber
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On this episode of Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool, John Light interviews Jacob Silber, CEO of Hermes Ventures Group. Jacob shares his insights on the importance of access to customers, automation, cloud computing, and upskilling for success in the tech industry. He emphasizes the need to learn how to 'learn' and gain experience in order to stay c…
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John Light interviews Nick Colisto, the Chief Information Officer at Avery Dennison, on Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool. Colisto talks about his journey to the C-suite, the potential of generative AI, the concentration of AI talent in 15 cities, and the challenge of hiring high-tech talent for non-tech industries. He also shares his passion projec…
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The Power of Thought Partnership with Kelly Haydu
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John Light interviews Kelly Haydu, VP of Information Security and Technology at CarGurus on Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool. Haydu shares her journey from an internship to her current role, and the importance of diversity in the workplace. They also discuss the need for soft skills, thought partnership, and taking risks to add value to oneself and…
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On this episode of Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool, John Light interviews Angela Cheng-Cimini, Chief Human Resources Officer of Harvard Business Review, about the implications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the job market. They discuss the potential for AI to be used for malicious purposes, the need to be aware of the bias and prejudice that A…
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The Resume is Just the Beginning: Crafting Your Value and Paying it Forward
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On this episode of Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool, John Light interviews Steve Maasch, Vice President of Human Resources at First Interstate BancSystem. Steve discusses the flux in the past few years, the challenges of getting an executive team to buy into a machine learning project, and the need for a well-crafted resume. He emphasizes the impor…
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From AI and Urban Mining to the Power of Battery Recycling With Jamie Lee
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On this episode of 'Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool', John Light interviews Jamie Lee, the Chief Information Officer at Ecobat. They discuss the importance of creating compelling job descriptions and resumes, as well as the potential for a recycling competition in the future. Jamie also talks about the role of technology, such as machine learning …
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On this episode of Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool, John Light interviews Alice LeClair of Ascendion. They discuss the potential of AI to revolutionize talent acquisition, the impact that the pandemic has had on the way people work, and rebranding company culture. They explore how AI can help to assess the skills needed for entry to mid-level role…
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Unlocking the Secret to Quality Hiring: ENAVATE's CXO Shares Their Story
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On this episode of Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool, John Light interviews Eve Cline, Chief Experience Officer at ENAVATE. They discuss the importance of aligning core values and the onboarding process to ensure successful hires, the challenges of identifying and acquiring the right talent, and the need for continued alignment after the hire. Times…
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Unleashing the Power of Tech Talent: Exploring AI, Machine Learning, and Medical Breakthroughs
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On this captivating episode of the podcast, John Light welcomes Dr. Mark Lenox as his guest. Dr. Lenox, an engineer, scientist, and pilot, shares his extensive experience in the med tech industry and his involvement in developing the first PET scanners. He discusses the importance of not only solving problems but also ensuring the application and i…
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From Amazon to Sears: A Journey Through the World of Startups and Legacy Companies
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On this episode of Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool, Host John Light invited Mo Dastagir on to discuss challenges of attracting and retaining top talent in companies like Amazon, Sears, and more. They delved into the importance of defining the 'why' for both the organization and the candidate, and how it plays a vital role in talent acquisition and…
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Get ready for an exhilarating season of Drowning in the Tech Talent Pool with your host, John Light. In this podcast, John shares his extensive knowledge and experience in the world of tech talent recruitment. From understanding the candidate and hiring manager journey to predicting the future of tech talent, this podcast is your ultimate guide. Jo…
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