(Ep. 058) Technical Product Manager Unplugged with Art Butler

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How do you know when it’s time to make your next big career move? With International Women’s Day around the corner, we are excited to feature Avni Patel Thompson, Founder and CEO of Milo. Avni is building technology that directly supports the often overlooked emotional and logistical labor that falls on parents—especially women. Milo is an AI assistant designed to help families manage that invisible load more efficiently. In this episode, Avni shares her journey from studying chemistry to holding leadership roles at global brands like Adidas and Starbucks, to launching her own ventures. She discusses how she approaches career transitions, the importance of unpleasant experiences, and why she’s focused on making everyday life easier for parents. [01:26] Avni's University Days and Early Career [04:36] Non-Linear Career Paths [05:16] Pursuing Steep Learning Curves [11:51] Entrepreneurship and Safety Nets [15:22] Lived Experiences and Milo [19:55] Avni’s In Her Ellement Moment [20:03] Reflections Links: Avni Patel Thompson on LinkedIn Suchi Srinivasan on LinkedIn Kamila Rakhimova on LinkedIn Ipsos report on the future of parenting About In Her Ellement: In Her Ellement highlights the women and allies leading the charge in digital, business, and technology innovation. Through engaging conversations, the podcast explores their journeys—celebrating successes and acknowledging the balance between work and family. Most importantly, it asks: when was the moment you realized you hadn’t just arrived—you were truly in your element? About The Hosts: Suchi Srinivasan is an expert in AI and digital transformation. Originally from India, her career includes roles at trailblazing organizations like Bell Labs and Microsoft. In 2011, she co-founded the Cleanweb Hackathon, a global initiative driving IT-powered climate solutions with over 10,000 members across 25+ countries. She also advises Women in Cloud, aiming to create $1B in economic opportunities for women entrepreneurs by 2030. Kamila Rakhimova is a fintech leader whose journey took her from Tajikistan to the U.S., where she built a career on her own terms. Leveraging her English proficiency and international relations expertise, she discovered the power of microfinance and moved to the U.S., eventually leading Amazon's Alexa Fund to support underrepresented founders. Subscribe to In Her Ellement on your podcast app of choice to hear meaningful conversations with women in digital, business, and technology.…

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This episode is for my technical bros and sistas! Grab your notebook because my guest, Art Butler, is dropping a ton of technical dimes in this episode. Art talks about his current role as technical product manager and what that truly means. He also goes into his previous life as a Dev Ops Architect. He breaks down what Dev Ops is, the tools you need to know, and gives you a mini interview prep session. You are about to go out and be great after this one! Connect with Deena for Career Coaching: calendly.com/deena-m-mckay/15min Full show notes for this episode: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2022/04/28/ep-058-art-butler-unplugged/ ————————————————————————- Stay Connected with Black Tech Unplugged: Twitter: twitter.com/blktechunplged Instagram: instagram.com/blacktechunplugged Facebook: facebook.com/blacktechunplugged Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/blacktechunplugged Email: blacktechunplugged@gmail.com

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(Ep. 058) Technical Product Manager Unplugged with Art Butler

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(Ep. 086) RenderATL Unplugged with Justin E. Samuels 34:31

about a year ago34:31

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On episode 086 of Black Tech Unplugged, Deena chats with Justin E. Samuels, the visionary entrepreneur behind Render Atlanta Conference and a senior engineer at Intuit Mailchimp. We delve into the upcoming RenderATL event, discussing conference tracks, special guests, and even sharing a discount code for listeners. Justin also shares insights on his journey in tech, balancing work, entrepreneurship, and family, highlighting his commitment to diversity and innovation in the industry. Connect with Justin: • Website | Renderatl.com (Discount Code: 'BTU') • Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/thugdebugger • Twitter | https://twitter.com/thugdebugger…

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(Ep. 085) Importance of Tech Community Unplugged with Gabrielle Crevecouer 52:48

about a year ago52:48

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Welcome to episode 85 of the pod! This episode features Gabrielle or maybe you know her as NoWaySheCodes, a tech-savvy girlie with a passion for coding and content creation. She has a degree in Computer Science and a knack for breaking down complex tech concepts. Gabbie has navigated her way through the ever-evolving landscape of technology. On this episode we discuss: * Why having a community in tech is reaally REALLY important and how Gabbie is creating space for women in tech * We discuss tech role transitions because the woman went from technical evangelist to software engineer to her current role as a product manager for the NBA * We discussed how to navigate bad managers and not let the mediocre management stop your bag or your career * Lastly she shares the best advice that she’s received so far due time being in tech Watch the full video interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7Q6ABtWXbPs Full show notes for this episode can be found here: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2024/04/15/ep-085-importance-of-tech-community-unplugged-with-gabrielle-crevecouer/ Connect with Gabbie: • Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/nowayshecodes • Twitter | https://twitter.com/nowayshecodes…

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(Ep.084) How to Transition and Thrive in Tech Unplugged with Lisa G 57:52

about a year ago57:52

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I'm excited to announce the new season of Black Tech Unplugged is now live! On this episode, I had the pleasure of chatting with Lisa G, a seasoned technologist with over 20 years of experience in the industry. We delved into her thriving career in tech, her journey from software engineering to product management, and her insights on the current tech landscape. Some of the key takeaways from our conversation: - Lisa shares her journey in the tech industry, from software engineer to product manager - Learn how she thrived in tech for over 20 years and her tips for staying ahead of the trends - Discover how You Are Tech can help you navigate the tech ecosystem and thrive in the industry. Listen to the full episode on Black Tech Unplugged and hear Lisa's authentic story in tech!…

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(Ep. 083) Venture Capital (VC) Unplugged with Kelli Jones 46:11

about a year ago46:11

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On this episode of Black Tech Unplugged, host Deena McKay sits down with the remarkable Kelli Jones, co-founder and general partner for Sixty8 Capital. They discuss Kelly's journey in tech, her work as a VC, and the importance of emotional intelligence in the industry. Plus, Deena shares some valuable resources for improving emotional intelligence. This is the last episode of the season, so catch up on all the previous episodes before the new season starts in 2024. Happy listening! Watch the full video interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4AeclPdrmhk?si=n5IKRoKBeNddh1Fn Full show notes (with links and resources): https://blacktechunplugged.com/2023/11/16/ep-083-kelli-jones-unplugged/ Connect with Kelli: • LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellinikole • Twitter | https://twitter.com/kellinikole • Be Nimble Co website | https://www.benimbleco.com • Sixty8 Capital website | https://www.sixty8.capital/…

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(Ep. 082) ThinkChicago Unplugged with Trenton Dunn 36:30

about a year ago36:30

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On this episode of Black Tech Unplugged, host Deena McKay interviews Trenton Dunn, the program manager for Think Chicago at World Business Chicago. This live podcast episode was recorded at GET Exploration, an event that showcased Chicago-based tech professionals and companies. Trenton discusses his role in attracting and retaining STEM talent through events like Think Chicago Lollapalooza. He also shares insights on Chicago's tech industry. Don't miss this unique and informative conversation! Connect with Trent & ThinkChicago: • Trent's LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/trentonrd/ • Think Chicago Website | www.thinkchicago.net • ThinkChicago Instagram |https://www.instagram.com/think_chicago • ThinkChicago Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/thinkchicago/ • Think Chicago Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/thinkchicago Full show notes here: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2023/10/31/ep-082-trenton-dunn-unplugged…

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(Ep. 081) Quality & Testing in Tech Unplugged with Vernon Richards 45:41

about a year ago45:41

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On this episode of Black Tech Unplugged, host Deena McKay interviews Vernon Richards, a UK powerhouse in the tech industry. Vernon shares his journey from testing video games to becoming a senior expert quality engineer at a health tech company. He discusses the importance of quality and testing in building better products and delivering effective services. Vernon also provides valuable advice and resources for testers or those interested in pursuing a career in testing. Tune in to gain insights from Vernon's 20-plus year career in tech. Full show notes at: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2023/10/21/ep-081-vernon-richards-unplugged/ Connect with Vernon: • LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/vernonrichards/ • Twitter | https://twitter.com/TesterFromLeic • Bluesky | https://bsky.app/profile/testerfromleic.bsky.social…

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(Ep. 080) The Atlanta Tech Ecosystem Unplugged with Ariel Lopez 48:41

about a year ago48:41

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In this episode of Black Tech Unplugged, host Deena McKay, chats with Ariel Lopez. Ariel is the Founder and CEO of Knac, a hiring platform that reduces bias in the application process and a known tech mover in Atlanta. On this episode we discuss Atlanta's booming tech ecosystem, the city's connection to capital, and Ariel's previous career as a career coach and tech recruiter. Also, Ariel offers valuable advice on navigating a tech career during challenging times. Tune in to hear Ariel's insights on the future of work and making the job search more human. Full show notes at: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2023/10/02/ep-080-ariel-lopez-unplugged/ Connect with Ariel: • LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/ariel-lopez/ • Twitter | https://twitter.com/ArielLopez__ • Instagram | https://www. instagram.com/ariellopez__xo • Personal website | www.arieldlopez.com • Knac | www.knac.io…

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(Ep. 079) Agile and Process Improvement Unplugged with Shayna Atkins 47:38

2 years ago47:38

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On episode 079 of Black Tech Unplugged, I chat with Shayna Atkins, founder of AtkCo and a product development expert. AtkCo is a process improvement firm that helps customers with innovative product design, management, training, and managed services. Shayna and I discuss agile and its significance in the tech industry, her work in driving innovation and workforce development, how to be seen in the workplace, and why it's important to be known in the workplace. Like what you hear? Leave a written review of the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-tech-unplugged/id1244622242 Full show notes for this episode: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2023/09/12/ep-079-shayna-atkins-unplugged/ Connect with Shayna & AtkCo: • Atkco Inc Contact Page | atk.co/contactus • Atkco Inc Career Page | atk.co/careers • Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaynaatkins • Instagram | https://instagram.com/shaynaatkins…

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(Ep. 078) FinTech Unplugged with Solo Funds Co-Founder Rodney Williams 38:49

2 years ago38:49

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In this episode of Black Tech Unplugged, host Deena McKay welcomes Rodney Williams, founder of Solo Funds, to discuss the peer-to-peer lending platform and its mission to provide an alternative to payday loans. Rodney shares how Solo Funds connects individuals with lenders and has redefined access to capital for over 1.5 million users. Tune in to learn more about this innovative approach to community finance. Find out more about Solo Funds: https://solofunds.com/ Get the Solo Funds App via the Apple Store (https://apps.apple.com/us/app/solo-funds-lend-borrow/id1270164837) or Google Play (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.solofunds&hl=en_US&gl=US&pli=1) Full show notes for this episode: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2023/08/29/ep-078-rodney-williams-unplugged/ Write an Apple Podcast review for the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-tech-unplugged/id1244622242…

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(Ep. 077) Techquity Unplugged with William A. Adams 48:44

2 years ago48:44

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On this episode of Black Tech Unplugged, host Deena McKay interviews William A. Adams, an award-winning D&I innovator, engineering trailblazer, and philanthropist. With over 35 years of experience in software engineering and as one of the first Black entrepreneurs in Silicon Valley, William shares his journey and accomplishments. He discusses his role as the first technical advisor to the CTO of Microsoft and his creation of the LEAP program, which has revolutionized access to jobs and careers for underserved communities. Tune in to hear William's inspiring story and his insights on techquity. Full show notes here: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2023/08/15/ep-077-william-a-adams-unplugged/ _____________________________________ Vote for the SXSW Panel: https://panelpicker.sxsw.com/vote/134445 _____________________________________ Connect with William A. Adams: • Email: requests@william-a-adams.net • Website | http://william-a-adams.com/ • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thewilliamaadams • Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/WilliamAAdamsWAAV • Twitter | https://twitter.com/LeapToTech • Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/thewilliamaadams/ • YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@waavstudio9960 ______________________________________ Follow BTU on social: • YouTube | YouTube.com/@blacktechunplugged • Twitter | twitter.com/blktechunplged • Instagram | instagram.com/blacktechunplugged • Facebook |facebook.com/blacktechunplugged • Linkedin | www.linkedin.com/blacktechunplugged • Email | blacktechunplugged@gmail.com…

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(Ep. 076) Pursing a PhD Unplugged with Dr. Khalia Braswell 50:36

2 years ago50:36

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On a new episode of Black Tech Unplugged, Dr. Kalia Braswell joins host Deena McKay to discuss her career in the tech industry. Dr. Braswell, an accomplished technologist, educator, and researcher, shares her educational background, including her degrees in computer science, information technology, and education. Dr. KB discusses her PhD research on increasing the participation of black girls in tech. She also talks about her experiences at Apple and the importance of using technology for social change. Don't forget to rate, subscribe, and write reviews for Black Tech Unplugged! —————————————————————— Connect with Khalia Braswell: • Twitter | https://www.twitter.com/khaliabraswell • Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/drkhaliabraswell ______________________________________ Follow BTU on social: • YouTube | YouTube.com/unplugged • Twitter | twitter.com/blktechunplged • Instagram | instagram.com/blacktechunplugged • Facebook |facebook.com/blacktechunplugged • Linkedin | www.linkedin.com/blacktechunplugged • Email | blacktechunplugged@gmail.com…

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(Ep. 075) Application Security Unplugged with Nancy Gariche 41:21

2 years ago41:21

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In this episode of Black Tech Unplugged, Deena McKay interviews senior developer advocate Nancy Gariché about application security. We discuss the different roles in the tech industry and how to build & impact community, even if you aren’t an influencer or have a brand. Nancy also shares insights about bridging the gap between security researchers, developers, and open source maintainers. You can find the full video version of the episode on YouTube (YouTube.com/blacktechunplugged) ——————————————————————— Connect with Nancy: • LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancygariche ______________________________________ Follow BTU on social: • YouTube | YouTube.com/unplugged • Twitter | twitter.com/blktechunplged • Instagram | instagram.com/blacktechunplugged • Facebook |facebook.com/blacktechunplugged • Linkedin | www.linkedin.com/blacktechunplugged • Email | blacktechunplugged@gmail.com…

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(Ep.074) Cybersecurity Unplugged with Henri Davis 43:20

2 years ago43:20

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In this episode of Black Tech Unplugged, I interview cybersecurity professional Henri Davis, also known as HD from the YouTube channel Techtual Chatter and host of the Techtual Talk podcast. We discuss topics such as cybersecurity, finding a job in tech, navigating a layoff, and the importance of taking a placeholder role until you get to the role that you want. Henri also shares his experience in highlighting Black people in tech and helping them pivot into new technology careers. Full show notes for this episode can be found on blacktechunplugged.com, and the extended interview is available on the Black Tech Unplugged YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/blacktechunplugged) ______________________________________ Follow Henri Davis: • Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/techtualchatter/ • Youtube | https://youtube.com/techtualchatter • TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@techtualchatter • Twitter | https://twitter.com/TechtualChatter • Website | https://thetechtualtalk.com ______________________________________ Follow Black Tech Unplugged on social: • YouTube | https://www.YouTube.com/blacktechunplugged • Instagram | https://www. instagram.com/blacktechunplugged • Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/blacktechunplugged • Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/blacktechunplugged • Twitter | https://www.twitter.com/blktechunplged • Email | blacktechunplugged@gmail.com…

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(Ep. 073) App Founder Unplugged with Chris Witherspoon 45:47

2 years ago45:47

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Chris Witherspoon is a multi-faceted man. He’s a son, father, entertainment reporter and Founder. On this episode of the podcast I am focused on the Founder side of Chris. This man is taking your tv and movie watching experience to another level with his app, Pop Viewers. Download PopViewers (only available for iPhone): https://apps.apple.com/us/app/popviewers-movies-tv/id1367192101 Listen as we dissect why his app Pop Viewers is a game changer and his journey as a founder. We talk about everything a Founder does from building teams to raising the funds. _________________________________________ Connect with Chris: • LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/chriswitherspoon • Instagram | https://instagram.com/witherspoonc • Twitter | https://twitter.com/witherspoonc ______________________________________ Follow Black Tech Unplugged on social: • YouTube | https://www.YouTube.com/blacktechunplugged • Instagram | https://www. instagram.com/blacktechunplugged • Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/blacktechunplugged • Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/blacktechunplugged • Twitter | https://www.twitter.com/blktechunplged • Email | blacktechunplugged@gmail.com…

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(Ep. 072) Art Imitating Life: Understanding the Life of a CTO Unplugged 1:14:14

2 years ago1:14:14