Tech Leader Talk

Tech Leader Talk

The Tech Leader Talk podcast brings together successful technology company leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts from around the technology industry to share successes, challenges, and examples of what’s working now to build strong tech companies.

Tune-in each week as Steve Sponseller interviews a new leader in the tech world.

Recent Episodes

Sept. 17, 2026

Supporting Space Tech Startups – Casey DeRaad and Arial DeHerrera

Do you want to learn about a Space Tech Ignitor program that helps space tech startups get tailored guidance, expert connections, and access to investors and customers? That’s what I’m discussing today with my guests, Casey DeRaad and Arial DeHerrera. As they discuss during this episode, Casey brings the vision, industry experience, and funding knowledge to NewSpace Nexus. Arial turns that vision into action by managing the details and helping companies tell their stories. Casey and Arial talk a
Sept. 10, 2026

Building the Right Team for Your Tech Company – Mike Krupit

Would you like to learn how to build the right team for your technology company? That’s what I’m discussing on this episode with my guest, Mike Krupit. Mike is the founder and CEO of Trajectify, which provides leadership and business growth support. Prior to founding Trajectify, Mike worked with eight Silicon Valley Startups where he learned valuable business leadership lessons. On this episode, Mike talks about building a “not-to-do list” and outsourcing or automating tasks you don’t enjoy or c
Aug. 27, 2026

A Good UX Design Improves Your Business – Matt Genovese

Would you like to learn how to create a User Experience (UX) that accelerates time-to-market and reduces cost? That’s exactly what I’m discussing today with Matt Genovese. Matt is the founder and CEO of Planorama, which is a User Experience design firm that focuses on making complex and technical software – simple and intuitive to use. Matt and the team at Planorama follow the mantra, “Time to market, accelerated by design.” During our discussion, Matt shares information about how he and his tea
Aug. 20, 2026

Protecting Space Tech Inventions – Steve Sponseller

Episode 200! I’m excited to publish the 200th episode of the Tech Leader Talk podcast. I’ve talked with some amazing people and learned something from every guest. I hope you enjoy this episode and learn from the information I share. Are you protecting your company’s critical inventions that create a competitive advantage, attract investors, and increase valuation? This interview is part of the Space Tech Innovation event where Space Tech Leaders share the latest trends and key insights to grow
Aug. 13, 2026

Space Engineering: Power Systems and Orbital Data Centers – Al Tadros

Do you want to know how an experienced space tech CTO solves space’s toughest problems? Keep listening because that’s what I’m discussing with today’s guest, Al Tadros. Al is a Space Technology Innovator and the CTO of Redwire Space. In this role, he is focused on making strategic investments that support Redwire’s customers, advance technology development, and maintain a collaborative technical culture. Al has three decades of experience in space systems engineering, including satellite and spa
Aug. 6, 2026

Innovation and Risk in Today’s Space Industry – Hadi Alhassani

Do you want to learn about innovation and risk from a veteran of the space industry? Today’s guest, Hadi Alhassani, has more than 25 years of experience with satellite operations, technical leadership, launching satellites, and space sustainability. Early in his career, Hadi worked as a Satellite Engineer then moved to an Engineering Director and a Chief Strategist. During his career he has managed complex projects and worked with other space professionals across many countries. During our discu