BetterTech

In this episode of the BetterTech podcast, host Umair Javed interviews Dan Haagman, CEO of Chaleit, about the evolving landscape of cybersecurity and its intersection with aviation. Dan shares his 30-year experience in cybersecurity, emphasizing the importance of addressing human factors, distractions, and errors through effective threat modeling and integrating cybersecurity measures throughout t...

In this episode of the BetterTech podcast on Market Challenges and Opportunities, host Haseeb Khan discusses with Mike Clifton and Max Schwendner , Co-Chief Executive Officers at Alorica , the innovative approach to customer experience and business growth strategies. They explore how companies can leverage technology to improve customer service and satisfaction. Mike and Max share insights into Al...

In this episode of the BetterTech podcast, host Colin McCarthy interviews Fred Kwong, VP and CISO of DeVry University. They discuss the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, focusing on the cyber talent gap and how educational institutions like DeVry University are addressing this challenge. Fred shares insights from his career journey, the importance of industry certifications, and the role of AI...

In this episode of the BetterTech podcast, host Haseeb Khan interviews Ryon Packer, Chief Product Officer at Motus. The discussion revolves around the future of fleet design, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive, technology-driven approach. Ryon elaborates on the evolving needs of fleets, the impact of electrification, and the importance of data-driven decision-making. The conversation also to...

In this episode of Better Tech, Shahzad Cheema interviews Ritwik Bhattacharya, CTO of Headspace, about his journey from early programming in India to leading technological innovations in mental health. Ritwik discusses how Headspace leverages AI and machine learning for personalized mental health support, reduces therapy appointment wait times with advanced algorithms, and adapts to post-pandemic...

In this episode of the BetterTech podcast, host Shahzad Cheema interviews Shri Santhanam, Executive Vice President and GM of Software Platforms and AI at Experian, to delve into the integration of AI in financial services and the transformative potential it holds. Shri shares his extensive background in AI and analytics, explaining how Experian leverages these technologies to drive innovation and...

In this episode of the BetterTech podcast, host Shahzad Cheema talks with Ksenia Palke, Head of AI at Airspace. Ksenia shares her fascinating journey from studying space geodesy in Moscow to leading AI innovations in the logistics industry. Discover how Airspace leverages AI to solve complex logistics challenges, from transporting organs for transplant to ensuring fast delivery of critical aircraf...

In this episode of the BetterTech podcast, host Jocelyn Houle interviews Hillery Hunter, CTO at IBM. They discuss the importance of hybrid cloud and AI in enterprise environments. Hillery shares her journey at IBM and the advantages of hybrid cloud, emphasizing security, compliance, and intentional architecture. She explains how AI is applied in various sectors and the importance of trusted AI and...

In this episode of the BetterTech podcast, host Jocelyn Houle interviews Eric Slus CIO, Net at Work - Fractional CIO & Advisory and discusses the challenges and strategies of driving digital transformation, especially for mid-market enterprises. He explains the four pillars of digital transformation: streamlining processes, digitizing paperwork, enabling employees, and enhancing customer exper...

In this episode of the BetterTech podcast, host Jocelyn Houle interviews Dr. Vinesh Sukumar, Senior Director and Head of AI/ML Product Management at Qualcomm. Vinesh discusses the future of generative AI and its applications, highlighting Qualcomm's transformation into a leader in intelligent connectivity with innovations in automotive, IoT, and AR/VR. He shares his journey from childhood curi...

In this episode of the BetterTech podcast about future trends and innovations, host Sophia Moshasha interviews Todd Kackley , VP and CIO at Textron . Todd shares insights into his journey in IT, starting from ERP consulting to leading Textron's technology initiatives. He discusses the importance of model-based enterprise and digital twins, highlighting how these technologies enhance product li...

In this episode of the BetterTech podcast, host Umair talks with Keith Turpin, Chief Information Security Officer at the Friedkin Group. Keith shares his career journey from Boeing to leading security at various companies, discussing the evolution of cyber threats and the commoditization of advanced attack techniques. He emphasizes the importance of robust security practices, aligning security inv...

In this episode of the BetterTech podcast, host Colin McCarthy speaks with Josh Goode, CIO at Scan Health Plan. Josh discusses how Scan uses technology to support seniors, emphasizing the evolution of their digital capabilities and the acceleration of digital adoption due to COVID-19. He highlights the importance of creating seamless, user-friendly experiences for seniors and supporting caregivers...

In this episode of the BetterTech podcast, host Haseeb Khan interviews Beth Miller, Field CISO at Code42 and co-owner of Resilience Consulting Group. Beth discusses her 20-year career in cybersecurity, highlighting her transition from government roles to her current position. She emphasizes the importance of a proactive security culture and shares how Code42's tools, like Insider and Instructo...

In this episode of the BetterTech podcast, host Colin McCarthy interviews Arun 'Rak' Ramchandran, President & Global Head at Hexaware, about the company's journey in adopting AI and GenAI technologies. Rak shares his 25 years of experience in Silicon Valley and discusses Hexaware's strategy for integrating AI into their operations, enhancing HR, sales, marketing, and customer s...

In this episode of the BetterTech podcast, host Shahzad Cheema talks with Catriona Campbell  MBE, CTIO & AI Strategy Leader at EY, UK and Ireland. Catriona shares her story, starting from working in financial services to creating her own company focused on human-computer interaction, and later joining EY. She discusses how businesses are using AI today, stressing the need for using AI responsi...

In this episode of the BetterTech podcast, host Sophia Moshasha talks with Conor Jensen, Global Field CDO at Dataiku, about data-driven decision making. Conor discusses his journey from being a meteorologist in the Air Force to using simple math to improve inventory management in retail, and eventually leading data science initiatives in insurance. He highlights the main challenges businesses face...

In this engaging episode of BetterTech podcast, hosts Umair Javed and Yasir Rizwan explore the evolving tech landscape and the human-machine relationship with Joe Baguley, CTO for EMEA at VMware by Broadcom. Joe talks about his experiences at VMware, focusing on how the company has grown and changed, including through buying other companies and creating new cloud technologies. Joe talks about his...

In this episode of the BetterTech podcast titled "Dynamics of preparing & modeling data for LLM consumption", Peggy Tsai hosts Ethan Ding, CEO and Co-Founder of TextQL. They discuss the challenges and innovations in preparing and modeling data for large language models (LLMs) in various industries, including sports and healthcare. Ethan shares his personal journey and the founding st...

In this BetterTech episode "From Gartner to Building a Startup: Unveiling AI's Role in Shaping Future Innovations'', host Peggy Tsai engages in a deep dive with Rajesh Kandaswamy, Founder of Nurish, former Gartner, Distinguished VP & Gartner Fellow about his exciting journey from being a tech analyst to starting his own AI business. Rajesh shares his insights on how AI is chan...

In this episode of the BetterTech podcast of "Compliance vs. Security in IT" host Peggy Tsai talks with Aysha Khan, Chief Information Officer and Chief Security Officer at Treasure Data. They discuss the important differences and connections between following rules compliance and protecting data security in technology and data protection. Aysha shares her experience on how IT leaders are...

In this BetterTech podcast of "Cloud Security Economy: Trust, Doubts, and the Zero Trust Paradigm," Colin McCarthy talks with John Kindervag, chief Evangelist at Illumio and the person who came up with the Zero Trust idea. They talk about how Zero Trust went from a new idea in 2010 to a very important way to keep computer systems safe today. John explains why Zero Trust is so important f...

This episode of the BetterTech podcast, titled "Balancing Automation and Human Expertise in Data Operations," features a talk with Audrey Smith, COO of MLtwist. Host Peggy Tsai and Smith dive into how people and machines work together in managing data. Smith talks about her journey from being a lawyer to working in tech and emphasizes the need for a human touch in tech processes. They di...

In the "Balancing Operational Efficiencies and Business Growth" episode on BetterTech, host Jocelyn Houle talks with Angelic Gibson, CIO of AvidXchange. They dive into how AvidXchange combines operational efficiency with growth, focusing on Angelic's strategy in linking IT operations to product development. Highlighting the Invoice Accelerator platform, Angelic shares how cloud solut...

This BetterTech episode "Business-Aligned Cybersecurity: Turning Strategy into Meaningful Outcomes," with host Colin McCarthy and guest Matthew Sharp, CISO at Xactly, focuses on integrating cybersecurity with business strategies. They highlight the need for aligning security with business goals, enhancing boardroom cybersecurity awareness, and navigating new SEC regulations. The discussi...