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Summary In this episode of the Tech Collector podcast, Dennis shares his journey from early coding experiences to becoming a software engineer and entrepreneur. He discusses his first jobs, the challenges of working with legacy code, and the lessons learned from various startups. Dennis also talks about his experience with Y Combinator, the development of Surge, an SMS API for developers, and the...

In this episode of the Tech Collector podcast, Matt Snyder, VP of Product Design at Axiom, shares his journey from traditional art to digital design. He discusses the importance of purpose in design, his experiences working with engineers, and the challenges of user research. Matt reflects on his growth at Lucid Software and the transition to Hivewire, emphasizing the need for collaboration betwee...

In this episode of the Tech Collector Podcast, Wade Anderson shares his journey from coding at BYU to becoming a successful entrepreneur and tech leader. He discusses his early experiences with programming, his first startup, and the lessons learned from his time at Lucid and Microsoft. Wade also reflects on his decision to pursue an MBA at Harvard Business School and the challenges he faced while...

In this episode of the Tech Collector podcast, Nick and Jeff interview Jay McCarthy, a prominent figure in programming language design and blockchain technology. He emphasizes the importance of practical software development and staying relevant in research by focusing on real-world applications. The conversation covers his transition from academia to the blockchain space, his motivations for purs...

In this episode, Keith Halterman shares his journey from early programming experiences in high school to his current role as VP of Engineering at Angel Studios. He discusses his involvement in competitive coding, the startup culture, and the lessons learned from various companies including Dallo, Canopy, Qualtrics, Jump, and Nuvi. Keith highlights the challenges and innovations at Angel Studios, p...

In this conversation, Gabe Gunderson shares his journey from a curious child dismantling machinery to becoming a successful entrepreneur and co-founder of IZeni. He discusses the importance of curiosity in technology, the influence of his family's entrepreneurial spirit, and the challenges faced in the startup world. Gabe emphasizes the significance of understanding market needs and avoiding commo...

In this episode of the Tech Collector Podcast, Ryan Nelson shares his journey from a non-technical background to becoming a CTO of multiple startups. He discusses his early experiences in tech, the challenges he faced, and the lessons learned along the way. Ryan emphasizes the importance of simplifying technology for users, the impact of his MBA on his career, and the strategies he employed to suc...

In this episode, Ryan Holdaway shares his journey from a non-traditional background in music to becoming a successful engineering leader. He discusses his early experiences with coding, the importance of mentorship, and the challenges of transitioning from a technical role to leadership. Ryan reflects on his time at Lambda School, where he helped students transition into tech roles, and his experi...

In this episode of the Tech Collector Podcast, Tod Hansmann shares his extensive journey through the tech industry, from his early experiences with programming to his current role. He discusses the evolution of technology, the impact of the dot-com bubble, and the importance of leadership and management in tech. Tod emphasizes the need for advanced individual contributors to bridge the gap between...

In this episode of the Tech Collector podcast, hosts Nick and Jeff interview Jowanza Joseph, founder and CEO of Parakeet. They discuss Jowanza's journey into technology, his educational background, and the challenges he faced transitioning from an individual contributor to a management role. Jowanza shares insights on the importance of understanding computer science fundamentals, the impact of ear...

In this conversation, Clint Berry shares his journey from a young tech enthusiast to the CTO of Weave and now the CEO of Kolla. He discusses his early experiences with technology, the challenges of scaling a startup, and the transition from a technical role to leadership. Clint reflects on the IPO experience of Weave, his motivations for founding Kolla, and his commitment to building a supportive...

Welcome Nick Humrich as the new co-host to the podcast! Nick has been an engineering leader at Amazon, Lendio, Hivewire, Canopy, etc. He brings a deep technical background, and we couldn't be more excited to have him join Jeff Handy as they continue to interview great tech leaders creating the future.  With this change, we are also rebranding as the Tech Collector Podcast. Thank you for joining us...

Cahlan Sharp discusses his background and early interest in technology. He talks about his experience starting and scaling DevMountain, a coding bootcamp, and the challenges of running an education startup. He also shares his thoughts on the importance of setting boundaries and finding a balance between work and personal life. So pumped to have him on the podcast!    Thank you to our sponsors! Qua...

Sweater is a company changing the way VC is done and Jaron Jones is the tech leader making it happen. Drawing on his experiences running Vivint's Innovation Lab and Amazon, he talks about his career leading out tech at some amazing companies.    Thank you to our sponsors! Qualiti: https://qualiti.ai   Follow along: YouTube: @innofrontier Tik Tok: @jeffhandy

Brendon Beebe, CTO at Luminous and previous CTO at ForeUp Golf, shares his journey from creating Schedule Snatcher to his experiences at various startups and the acquisition of ForeUp. He discusses the challenges, successes, and lessons learned, as well as his current role at Luminous and the future of the company. Thank you to our sponsors! Qualiti: https://qualiti.ai   Follow along: YouTube: @in...

Yenn Lei, CTO of Frate, shares his background and experiences in various industries, including streaming, healthcare, and logistics. He discusses the pivots and challenges faced by companies like VidAngel and Cortex. Yenn also talks about his love for Python and the future of the language. He highlights the mission of Frate in solving inefficiencies in reverse logistics and explains their unique a...

Kyle McNulty, a cybersecurity expert and podcast host, shares his journey into the field of technology and cybersecurity. He discusses his early experiences with different engineering disciplines and how he ultimately found his passion in cybersecurity. From SafeBase to KPMG this is a ride you won't wanna miss! Thank you to our sponsors! Qualiti: https://qualiti.ai Follow along: YouTube: @innofron...

Join us as we talk to Joe Turner, co-founder and CTO of some amazing tech companies, including Mobly and TaskEasy. I know you will love hearing about the early days of tech at the University of Utah, to building some of the most well known tech around. He is just getting started!   Thank you to our sponsors! Qualiti: https://qualiti.ai   Follow along: YouTube: @innofrontier Tik Tok: @jeffhandy   T...

Join us as we explore the blockchain with Nicki Sanders, CTO of Realio. Nicki shares her journey from starting in QA to working in the financial industry and discovering blockchain. She discusses her experiences at TZero, TaxBit, Nerd United, and her current role at Realio. Nicki also highlights the importance of a strong network and continuous learning in the tech industry. This conversation incl...

Skyler Hare, the CTO of Droplet, shares his journey into the world of technology and entrepreneurship. He discusses his late start in technology and how he discovered his passion for coding. Skyler also talks about his early career experiences, including working at startups and established tech companies. He shares insights from his time at Auth0 and how it prepared him for starting his own compan...

Nick Lloyd shares his journey from the military to a career in technology. He discusses his experience in the army and how it shaped his leadership skills. Nick also talks about his transition to the tech industry, including getting his first tech job and joining startups like Galileo and Route. He emphasizes the importance of evaluating startups and understanding equity. Nick shares his experienc...

Gary Ekker, Vice President of Engineering at Delicious AI is one of the hardest working people you will ever meet. Gary shares his journey in the tech industry, starting from his early interest in technology and programming on a Commodore Vic 20. He worked at Novell for 11 years before transitioning to Fusion IO, which was later acquired by Sandisk. Gary then worked at StorageCraft Technology befo...

Join us as we talk to Paul Draper, CTO of Redo. We discuss Paul's interest in flying, his journey in the technology industry, and his experiences at Lucid, Rivet, and Re:do. Paul shares insights into the growth and vision of Redo, as well as the exciting possibilities of AI in the future. He also provides valuable advice for individuals starting their careers and emphasizes the importance of worki...

Gwen Iarussi shares her journey in the technology industry, from her early experiences with programming to her leadership roles in testing and quality assurance. She discusses her time at Western Governors University, Pearson, Waterford, and Zions Bank, highlighting the challenges and successes she encountered in each role.    Thank you to our sponsors! Qualiti: https://qualiti.ai   Follow along:...

Join us as we talk to Austin Ulfers and Kyle Kusche, two tech leaders with experience at established companies and startups. From Microsoft and MossAdams to their exciting start-up, RoundNet, these are two tech leaders to watch.    Thank you to our sponsors! Qualiti: https://qualiti.ai   Download RoundNet here https://roundnet.ai/   Follow along: YouTube: @innofrontier Tik Tok: @jeffhandy   Timest...