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March 28, 2024

Accelerating Growth With A People Strategy – Andrew Bartlow

Does your business need a people strategy that can accelerate growth? That’s what I’m discussing today with Andrew Bartlow, who is the CEO of People Leader Accelerator. Andrew has more than 25 years of HR experience and helps tech leaders...

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March 21, 2024

Successfully Implementing a Product Strategy for Tech Companies – Eri…

Would you like some insights on a product strategy for your tech company? On this episode, I talk with Eric Weiss, who is an Executive Coach to fast-growing tech companies. He is also the Host of the Chaos to Clarity …

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March 14, 2024

Protect Your Inventions from Slipping Through the Cracks – Steve Spon…

In this episode, I talk about the importance of identifying all inventions created throughout your company. Identifying every invention created by your team is more complicated than simply asking, “What have you invented lately?” Invention...

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Feb. 29, 2024

Navigating Revenue-Based Financing Strategies – Melissa Widner

Are you confused about funding options for your tech company? On this episode of Tech Leader Talk, I am talking with Melissa Widner. She is the CEO of Lighter Capital, which is a leader in revenue-based financing. Melissa has experience …

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Feb. 29, 2024

Navigating Revenue-Based Financing Strategies – Melissa Widner

Are you confused about funding options for your tech company? On this episode of Tech Leader Talk, I am talking with Melissa Widner. She is the CEO of Lighter Capital, which is a leader in revenue-based financing. Melissa has experience …

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Feb. 22, 2024

Accelerating Data Analytics for Improved Insights – Tim Tutt

Do you want to simplify your data analysis activities? That’s what I’m talking about today with my guest, Tim Tutt. Tim is CEO of Nightshift Development, which helps organizations make sense of their data. Tim and I discuss some of...

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Feb. 15, 2024

Innovative Engineering Processes and Team Structures – Steve Massey

Are you looking for a successful approach to implementing engineering processes and building a culture of innovation? That’s what my guest, Steve Massey, is discussing on this episode. Steve is the CEO and Co-Founder of Prewitt Ridge, which...

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Feb. 8, 2024

A Tribute to Dan Miller – Steve Sponseller

This is a special episode of the podcast – I’m celebrating the 3rd birthday of Tech Leader Talk. I’m also sharing my thoughts about a great mentor and friend, Dan Miller, who passed away recently. So, this episode is bittersweet: …

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Feb. 1, 2024

Critical Patent Filing Deadlines – Steve Sponseller

In this solo episode, I talk about patent filing deadlines that are important to tech companies and inventors. There are three important activities that automatically trigger a 12-month deadline in the United States for filing a patent application to...

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Jan. 25, 2024

This Serial Entrepreneur is Changing Employee Benefits – Rob Whalen

On today’s episode, I’m talking with Rob Whalen about his experience at several technology companies including the company he co-founded, PTO Exchange. As a serial entrepreneur, Rob discusses when he believes it’s time to “switch” to a new...

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Jan. 18, 2024

Leadership Insights from Silicon Valley to the Fortune 500 – Atif Raf…

What happens when a successful Silicon Valley executive leaves the tech startup world and joins a Fortune 500 company? Listen to this episode to find out what happened when Atif Rafiq made that move – and learn what he discovered …

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Jan. 11, 2024

The Future of AI for Innovation and Productivity – Kevin Surace

Would you like to learn how to leverage Artificial Intelligence tools for disruptive innovation? That’s what I’m discussing today with Kevin Surace. Kevin is the CTO of Appvance.ai, which is a leader in Generative AI for software quality. On...

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Jan. 4, 2024

Creating Your 2024 Patent Strategy – Steve Sponseller

Do you have a patent strategy for 2024 that protects your team’s valuable inventions that provide a competitive advantage, attract investors, and increase company valuation? On today’s episode, I’m going to share 7 activities to help you create...

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Dec. 21, 2023

IT Leadership and Cybersecurity Strategies – James Fair

Are you keeping up with the constantly changing cybersecurity landscape? On this episode, I’m talking with James Fair who has more than 35 years of experience in IT (information technology) and leadership. Today, he combines his love of IT and...

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Dec. 14, 2023

Cloud Adoption Strategies and Challenges – Alina Timofeeva

Alina is an award-winning professional working with Financial Services organizations in the areas of cloud-based systems, data, and digital technologies. She was recently recognized in the “Who’s Who in Cloud?” report as an influencer and...

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Dec. 7, 2023

Leveraging the Power of Visual Communication – Todd Cherches

Are you ready to unlock the power of visual communication in your life and your business? Today, I have a great conversation with Todd Cherches, who is the CEO and Co-Founder of Big Blue Gumball, which is an innovative leadership …

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Nov. 30, 2023

Harnessing the Power of AI to Solve Complex Data Integration Challeng…

Do you want to learn how to use AI to solve your complex data issues? That’s what I’m talking about today with Eric Daimler. Eric is an authority in Artificial Intelligence with over 20 years of experience in the field …

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Nov. 16, 2023

Well-Designed Patent Portfolios Protect Your R&D Investment – Steve S…

Are you protecting your Research and Development investment of time, money, and effort? That’s the topic of today’s episode. If you’re like many technology companies, your team creates valuable inventions that provide a competitive...

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Nov. 9, 2023

Managing Identity Security In A Multi-Cloud Environment – Eric Olden

Are you successfully managing identity security in a multi-cloud environment? Today, I’m talking about that with Eric Olden, who is the CEO and Co-Founder of Strata Identity, which is a leader in identity orchestration. Eric talks about why...

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Nov. 2, 2023

Transforming Your Business with Digital Twins – Brenda Discher

Are you using digital twins to improve your business? If not, today’s interview will help you understand how to get started. On this episode, I’m talking with Brenda Discher. Brenda is a Senior Vice President of Business Strategy &...

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Oct. 26, 2023

Leadership Development in Tech Companies – Kevin Gazzara

Would you like some insights on developing strong leaders in the tech industry? That’s what I’m discussing today with my guest, Kevin Gazzara. Kevin is a Senior Partner and Instructor at Magna Leadership Solutions. He is a trusted...

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Oct. 19, 2023

Your Tech Company Needs A Patent Strategist – Steve Sponseller

Do you have a strategy for identifying and protecting your company’s most valuable inventions? That’s what I’m discussing on this episode. Patent attorneys are important to help prepare patent applications. But without an appropriate...

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Oct. 12, 2023

Lessons from Amazon for Any Business Leader – John Rossman

Are you continually transforming your business like Amazon? Today I’m talking with John Rossman who is a thought leader on the topics of digital strategies and innovation strategies. John is a former Amazon executive who was a leader in...

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Oct. 5, 2023

Predictable Innovation with the Outcome-Driven Innovation (ODI) Proce…

Is your approach to innovation predictable? On this episode, Tony Ulwick and I discuss his innovation process that’s been used by companies around the world. Tony is the inventor of the Outcome-Driven Innovation® (ODI) process and founder of...

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