The KēNOTE

In this episode, we sit down with Matthew Sanders, an experienced technology and engineering leader, to discuss leadership, innovation, and building high-performing teams. With a background spanning software engineering, executive leadership, and emerging technologies, Matt shares insights on guiding teams through complex challenges, driving continuous improvement, and balancing accountability wit...

In this episode, we sit down with Bus Van Wagoner, an experienced software engineering leader and current Software Engineering Manager for Conservice, to discuss technology leadership, Agile development, DevOps, and building high-performing engineering teams. He shares insights from his broader career in software engineering and leadership, along with his perspective on continuous improvement and...

In this episode, we sit down with Toni Sears, a results-driven technology executive and Sr. Director of IT PMO at LVT (LiveView Technologies), to discuss technology leadership, enterprise strategy, and the power of aligning people, processes, and technology to drive business success. With extensive experience managing multi-million-dollar technology portfolios, leading product and program organiza...

In this episode, we sit down with Eric Drummer, a seasoned Software Engineering Executive and current Chief Technology Officer, to discuss engineering leadership, cloud innovation, DevOps, and what it takes to transform technology organizations for long-term success. With more than 20 years of experience leading engineering teams and architecting scalable cloud systems, Eric shares lessons from tu...

In this episode, we sit down with Adrienne Nakamura, Founder and Principal Consultant of Kizuna Impact Group, to discuss strategy, operational transformation, and what it takes to turn big-picture goals into focused execution and measurable results. With extensive experience leading enterprise transformation across healthcare staffing, private equity-backed organizations, and global operations, Ad...

In this episode, we sit down with Krystal Mitchell, Senior Manager of Software Engineering at GitHub, to discuss engineering leadership, innovation at scale, and building high-performing teams in today's rapidly evolving technology landscape. With more than 25 years of experience spanning GitHub, Adobe, New Relic, and entrepreneurship, Krystal shares insights on leading through change, leveraging...

In this episode, we sit down with Curtis Duty, Director of Talent Acquisition and Operations at PointClickCare, to discuss the evolution of talent acquisition, operational leadership, and building high-performing teams in today's competitive business landscape. Drawing on years of experience leading recruiting and operations across organizations like PointClickCare and Vivint, Curtis shares valuab...

In this episode, we sit down with Nick Baguley, an AI technology executive, entrepreneur / consultant, and most recently the CTO of DeepSee.ai, to explore the rapidly evolving world of agentic AI, enterprise innovation, and the future of intelligent systems. Nick shares insights from his journey. One that began with him truly starting from the bottom to leading AI initiatives across capital market...

In this episode, we sit down with Bobby Aragon, Talent Acquisition Manager at Traeger Inc., to discuss the evolving role of talent acquisition and how strategic hiring drives organizational success. Bobby shares insights from his career journey, including building a recruiting firm, leading high-performing recruiting teams, and partnering with executives to align talent strategies with long-term b...

In this episode, we sit down with Melanie Paris Jones, CEO of the Women’s Leadership Institute, to discuss leadership, organizational culture, and the power of communication in driving meaningful change. Melanie shares insights from her diverse career spanning manufacturing, media, beauty, and the nonprofit sector, offering a thoughtful perspective on building strong teams, navigating complexity,...

In this episode, we sit down with Sam Belnap, a seasoned technology and operations executive with more than 25 years of experience in IT leadership, systems management, and operational strategy. Sam shares insights from his extensive career journey, including his leadership roles at SILAC Insurance Company, and discusses how organizations can better align technology, people, and business objective...

In this episode, we sit down with Joe Hempel, Head of Talent Acquisition for ASI, to discuss the evolution of talent acquisition in the technological industry. Joe shares insights from his professional journey and offers a thoughtful perspective on the trends shaping the future of talent acquisition. Tune in as we dive into: 🔹 Joe’s career path and leadership style 🔹 Key trends in tech talent ac...

In this episode, we sit down once again with Dr. Ken Knapton, a distinguished leader in the technology world, who just so happens to call Silicon Slopes his home. We explore innovation, market evolution, and leadership in an industry that never stands still. Building on our previous conversation, Ken dives deeper into his book, Unveiling Tech Debt: A Business Leader’s Guide to Measuring and Managi...

In this episode, we sit down with Kris Rickard, Director of Global Talent Acquisition, to discuss the evolution of talent acquisition in the technological industry. Kris shares insights from his professional journey and offers a thoughtful perspective on the trends shaping the future of the industry. Tune in as we dive into: 🔹 Kris’ career path and leadership style 🔹 Key trends in AI talent acqu...

In this episode, we sit down with Dave Adsit, VP of Engineering, to discuss the evolution of technology, strategic thinking and technical craft. Dave shares insights from his career journey, lessons learned, and insights that every tech professional should hear. Tune in as we dive into: 🔹 Dave’s career path and leadership style 🔹 Key trends and market shifts and their impact on tech strategy 🔹...

In this episode, we sit down with Gwen Iarussi, CEO and Founder of AthenaIQ, to unpack innovation, market evolution, and leadership in an industry that never stands still. Gwen shares insights from her career journey and offers a seasoned perspective on the changing landscape of the technology industry.   Tune in as we dive into: 🔹 Gwen’s career path and leadership approach 🔹 Key trends shaping...

In this episode, we sit down with Ron McBride, former U of U football coach, to unpack innovation, market evolution, and leadership in an industry that never stands still. Ron shares insights from his career journey and offers a seasoned perspective on the forces shaping the future of football. Tune in as we dive into: 🔹 Ron’s career path and key lessons learned 🔹 Importance of culture 🔹 What t...

In this episode, we sit down with Ken Knapton, a distinguished leader in the technology world, to unpack innovation, market evolution, and leadership in an industry that never stands still. Ken shares insights from his career journey and offers a seasoned perspective on the forces shaping the future of tech. Tune in as we dive into: 🔹 Ken's career path and key lessons learned 🔹 Industry shifts a...

In this episode, we sit down with Mindy, a respected leader in the tech space, to discuss innovation, leadership, and the skills needed to thrive in today’s evolving technology landscape. Mindy shares insights from her professional journey and offers practical perspectives on staying adaptable and forward-thinking in a competitive industry. Tune in as we explore: 🔹 Mindy’s career path and leaders...

In this episode, we sit down with Dean Lythgoe, a seasoned technology leader, to discuss innovation, strategic leadership, and navigating change in a rapidly evolving tech landscape. Dean shares insights from his professional journey and offers a thoughtful perspective on the trends shaping the future of the industry. Tune in as we explore: 🔹 Dean’s career path and leadership insights 🔹 Key mark...

In this episode, we sit down with David Alsop, a distinguished leader in the technology world, to unpack innovation, market evolution, and leadership in an industry that never stands still. David shares insights from his career journey and offers a seasoned perspective on the forces shaping the future of tech. Tune in as we dive into: 🔹 David’s path in technology and key leadership takeaways 🔹 M...

In this episode, we sit down with Robbyn Scribner, a dynamic leader in the technology space, to discuss innovation, leadership, and navigating change in an ever-evolving industry. Robbyn shares insights from her professional journey, lessons learned along the way, and her perspective on what’s next for the tech market. Tune in as we explore: 🔹 Robbyn’s career path and leadership philosophy 🔹 Key...

In this episode, we sit down with Rob Gooch, a highly respected leader in the tech industry, to dive into innovation, strategy, and navigating a rapidly evolving market. Rob shares insights from his professional journey, his approach to leadership, and his perspective on the trends shaping the future of technology. Tune in as we explore: 🔹 Rob’s career path and key lessons learned 🔹 Industry shi...

In this episode, we sit down with Candice Sieger, an accomplished leader in technology, to talk about innovation, growth, and the strategies driving success in today’s fast-changing tech world. Candice shares her professional journey, key lessons learned, and her perspective on leadership and staying ahead of industry trends. Tune in as we explore: 🔹 Candice’s path in tech and leadership insights...

In this episode, we sit down with X Hua, a visionary leader in technology, to discuss innovation, strategy, and the evolving landscape of the tech industry. X shares valuable insights from their professional journey, offering a unique perspective on how to stay adaptable and forward-thinking in a rapidly changing world. Tune in as we dive into: 🔹 X’s career journey and leadership perspective 🔹 T...