Episodes

A Critical 1st Step When Building Your Patent Strategy – Steve Sponseller
Nov. 20, 2025

A Critical 1st Step When Building Your Patent Strategy – Steve Sponse…

In this solo episode, I talk about the importance of training your team to identify every invention created in your organization. Invention identification is critical because you can’t evaluate and protect an invention if you...

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A “Digital Wingman” to Manage Risk and Empower Teams – John Hernandez
Nov. 13, 2025

A “Digital Wingman” to Manage Risk and Empower Teams – John Hernandez

Podcast Partner I want to thank the New Mexico Tech Council () for being the Podcast Partner for this episode. The NM Tech Council was established with the vision of propelling New Mexico into a brighter future, and serves as a catalyst for...

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Flexible Leadership Skills for Today’s Technology Leaders – Kevin Eikenberry
Nov. 6, 2025

Flexible Leadership Skills for Today’s Technology Leaders – Kevin Eik…

Do you want to become a more flexible leader in today’s ever-changing world? You’re in luck because that’s what my guest, Kevin Eikenberry, is discussing today. Kevin specializes in empowering organizations, leaders, and indi...

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From Amazon to Big Bets: Navigating Change and Complexity in Tech – John Rossman
Oct. 30, 2025

From Amazon to Big Bets: Navigating Change and Complexity in Tech &#x…

On this episode, I have the pleasure of talking with John Rossman. John is a thought leader on digital and innovation strategies. He is the author of four books on leadership and business innovation including the best seller ...

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Season 2 – Welcome Back!
Oct. 23, 2025

Season 2 – Welcome Back!

Welcome to another episode of the Tech Leader Talk podcast. We’re back from a break and I’m excited to publish new episodes every Thursday. As always, the Tech Leader Talk podcast brings together successful technology company...

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Strengthen your Tech Team Using Design Reviews and Mentoring – Shawn Buckley
June 27, 2024

Strengthen your Tech Team Using Design Reviews and Mentoring – Shawn …

Are you using design reviews and testing to build a strong tech team? Today I am talking with Shawn Buckley.  Shawn is the VP of EarthSpace(TM) Systems, Space Stations, at Sierra Space where he and his team are developing and implementing the next generation of power and...

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Pivotal Strategies for Tech Leaders – Stephen Shapiro
June 13, 2024

Pivotal Strategies for Tech Leaders – Stephen Shapiro

Would you like to learn how to create stability in your organization while the tech landscape is constantly changing? Today’s guest, Stephen Shapiro, will share his insights and experiences about using “Pivotal Strategies” to strengthen your...

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Building Space Foundries that Enable the Next Industrial Revolution – Joe Pawelski
June 6, 2024

Building Space Foundries that Enable the Next Industrial Revolution –…

Can your company benefit from rapid iteration techniques and simulation to quickly develop successful products? Today I’m talking with Joe Pawelski, who is the Chief Technical Officer and Co-Founder of CisLunar Industries. Joe and the team at...

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Revolutionizing Business with AI, Digital Transformation, and Innovation – Michael Lynch
May 30, 2024

Revolutionizing Business with AI, Digital Transformation, and Innovat…

Do you want some insights on growing your business with digital transformation and innovation? That’s what I’m discussing today with Michael Lynch.  Michael is the CEO of Praxie, which is a leader in AI-powered digital transformation...

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Your Company Can Use NASA Inventions – Daniel Lockney
May 16, 2024

Your Company Can Use NASA Inventions – Daniel Lockney

Did you know that NASA has patented inventions ready for you to license and commercialize? On this episode of the podcast, I am talking with Dan Lockney. I’m excited about this episode because Dan and I talk about a fantastic program from NASA for...

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Strategies for Leading Tech Companies – Brian Lillie
May 9, 2024

Strategies for Leading Tech Companies – Brian Lillie

Are you looking for business insights from an experienced tech leader with 20 years of C-suite experience? Today I’m talking with Brian Lillie, who is the President of Rackspace Private Cloud.  Brian is a globally recognized leader in the tech...

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Leveraging AI to Improve Business Innovation and Efficiency – Ajay Malik
April 25, 2024

Leveraging AI to Improve Business Innovation and Efficiency – Ajay Ma…

Would you like some insights on using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to improve your business innovation and efficiency? That’s one of the topics I’m discussing today with Ajay Malik, who is an Artificial Intelligence expert and the CEO of...

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Does Your Tech Company Need An Invention Assessment? – Steve Sponseller
April 18, 2024

Does Your Tech Company Need An Invention Assessment? – Steve Sponsell…

On this episode, I talk about the importance of performing an assessment of your systems for identifying and protecting the most valuable inventions created in your organization.  I discuss a 5-step approach to assess your current systems and...

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Creating and Incubating Tech Startups – Jay Bartot
April 11, 2024

Creating and Incubating Tech Startups – Jay Bartot

Need help growing your tech company?  Learn from a serial technology entrepreneur who has created and incubated nearly a dozen startups.  On today’s episode, I am talking with Jay Bartot. Jay is a Technical Partner at Madrona Venture...

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Accelerating and Innovating Tech Startups – Tzahi (Zack) Weisfeld
April 4, 2024

Accelerating and Innovating Tech Startups – Tzahi (Zack) Weisfeld

Are you looking for ways to accelerate and innovate your tech startup? Then you’re in the right place because that’s what I’m discussing today with Zack Weisfeld, who is the VP and General Manager of Intel Ignite, which is Intel Corporation’s...

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Accelerating Growth With A People Strategy – Andrew Bartlow
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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Successfully Implementing a Product Strategy for Tech Companies – Eric Weiss
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 podcast. For the past 15...

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Protect Your Inventions from Slipping Through the Cracks – Steve Sponseller
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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Navigating Revenue-Based Financing Strategies – Melissa Widner
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 as a...

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Navigating Revenue-Based Financing Strategies – Melissa Widner
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 as a...

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Accelerating Data Analytics for Improved Insights – Tim Tutt
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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Innovative Engineering Processes and Team Structures – Steve Massey
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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A Tribute to Dan Miller – Steve Sponseller
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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Critical Patent Filing Deadlines – Steve Sponseller
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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