Brains Byte Back

In today’s episode of the Brains Byte Back podcast, we speak with Dan Berges , Managing Director & Founder of Berges Institute , an online Spanish language school for adults headquartered in New York City. In this conversation, Dan shares how, before the pandemic, the institute mostly comprised of in-person teaching, and had begun to dabble in online teaching in 2019, with a total of 1200 stud...

In today’s episode of the Brains Byte Back podcast, we speak with Venkatesh Sundar , Founder & CMO at Indusface , a company offering web app security, WAF and SSL Certificates to keep businesses safe. In the conversation, Sundar shares tips to help listeners defend their businesses from hackers. He starts off by stressing the importance of ensuring that all software and systems are kept up to...

In today’s episode of the Brains Byte Back podcast, we speak with Bryan Janeczko , Co-Founder and CEO of Nunbelievable , a mission-based baked goods company striving to combat hunger in America; “one cookie at a time”. Long-term listeners of Brains Byte Back will remember Janeczko from our episode back in 2020 titled “ How Anyone Can Turn an Idea Into a Startup .” Janeczko kicks off the show by sh...

In today’s episode of the Brains Byte Back podcast, we speak with Adam Lawrence , Co-Founder and CEO of Boom & Bucket , a trusted digital dealer for buying and selling used heavy equipment.  In this episode, Lawrence kicks off by sharing how Boom & Bucket is the largest website for buying and selling used construction equipment online, ranging from tractors to bulldozers to cranes.  He the...

In today’s episode of the Brains Byte Back podcast, we speak with Mateo Zimmermann , Investment Manager at CEMEX Ventures , a company that invests in innovative construction startups aiming to foster the construction revolution. Zimmermann shares how the company started in 2016 with the idea of partnering with top minds and entrepreneurial spirits to bring innovation to the construction industry,...

In today’s episode of the Brains Byte Back podcast, we speak with Walter Paliska , Walter Paliska, Vice President of Marketing at dotData , a company that democratizes the use of AI and Machine Learning by making it simple for organizations to leverage the power of their data through fast, unique, and easy-to-use tools. In this episode, we discuss the company's origin story, its target custome...

In today’s episode of the Brains Byte Back podcast, we speak with Sean Whitley , Vice President of Sales, Americas at Mitto , a leading provider of global, omnichannel communications solutions, supporting business growth with advanced customer engagement technology.  From this episode, you’ll learn why active listening is vital in order for sales success and how it can give you ammunition to sharp...

In today’s episode of the Brains Byte Back podcast, we speak with Rakshith Rao , Co-Founder and CEO of APIwiz , a low-code, API automation platform allowing developers to build and release reliable APIs quickly. During our conversation, we discuss what an API Driven economy is, how to tell if your API portfolio is well managed, and some API security tests you should be using. We also go into how A...

In today’s episode of the Brains Byte Back podcast, we are joined by Dave Remy , CEO of Event Store DB , an open-source state-transition database, designed for businesses that are ready to harness the power of event-driven architecture. You will learn why Dave advocates that we need a new category of database now and what makes this type of database different. Alongside this, we discuss how you ca...

In today’s episode, we speak with Agnieszka Wilk , the CEO of Decorilla , a company using technology to democratize top-quality interior design services. In the episode we cover:  How the company began after Agnieszka moved to South Korea, hoping to continue her career in finance, but instead faced discrimination as a woman and a foreigner.  How she used a company name generator website to create...

In today’s episode of the Brains Byte Back podcast, we are joined by Sarah Howell, SVP of Partner Programs of Infinant, a FinTech company developing tools to help banks thrive in the digital fintech and finance markets, to discuss BaaS, what it is, and how it stands to impact our banking services. In the episode we cover: What is “embedded finance” and why is it important for everyday consumers Ec...

In today’s episode of the Brains Byte Back podcast, we are joined by Dr. Bilge Gregory, CEO and Founder of Vital Connection MD, a high-end services in a spa environment that is designed to not only help you feel great, but look even better, to talk about how she is using the metaverse to educate and build connections with her clients. In the episode we cover: Bilge’s experience as a doctor, and wh...

In today’s episode of the Brains Byte Back podcast, we are joined by Carl Niedbala, Co-Founder & COO of Founder Shield, a risk management partner for rapidly evolving, high-growth companies. Under the umbrella of Founder Shield, the company owns the cannabis insurance business Alpha Root. In the episode we cover: The inspiration that led to the creation of both these companies Alpha Root's new...

Historically speaking, sales and marketing have suffered from negative stereotypes thanks to salespeople using unethical, questionable tactics. And even in today’s modern world, you’ve probably heard of “Bro Marketing” which is considered the use of manipulative marketing tactics that put someone in a vulnerable state and pressure them into making a purchase decision. Well, for those who want to b...

In our modern digital world, it is easier to get to know and stay in touch with more people than ever. However, building true, genuine connections and combating loneliness still remains tricky, and a major issue in society. To discuss this, I am joined by Sierra West, founder of Cennec, an app that allows you to connect on-the-go, wherever you are, based on who you are and what you like, without a...

When the subject of blockchain technology comes up, it can be easy to get swept away with headlines focusing on cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum. However, this technology holds far more value than underpinning cryptocurrencies, and in this episode, we will explore how blockchain technology is being used to create a fairer, more sustainable world. To discuss this, we spoke with Chris G...

There is no doubt that you've probably seen adverts from coaches and influencers across the internet and on social media, that try to persuade you to buy their courses, sign up for their newsletter, or follow them by flaunting their successful lifestyle. However, the effectiveness of this tactic is questionable. In today's episode, we are going to understand what it truly takes to increase convers...

In our modern world of fake news and misinformation, it can be hard to know whether the news story you are reading is real or propaganda designed to influence your opinion. However, thanks to AI we are now close to identifying how trustworthy the news in front of us really is. To discuss this, we are joined by Garry Paxinos, CTO at NetTALK, an easy-to-setup and use, lowest cost voice over IP (VoIP...

According to Ruchi Thanawala M.D., M.S., Co-founder of Firefly Lab , an educational data management system (platform) for tracking medical, clinical, and procedural performance, 234,000,000 are performed every year, and the skill of a surgeon accounts for 25% of the overall outcome of the surgery. With this in mind, we spoke with Ruchi to understand more about the work Firefly Lab is doing to brin...

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Episode Description below⬇️ Leave an iTunes review here - https://apple.co/3i60XWu Subscribe on Youtube here - https://bit.ly/3o1M4Z3 Follow us on your favorite podcast platform here - https://bit.ly/3kTfNkY Find out more about our sponsor Publicize here - https://bit.ly/3X6p7SB How do founders come up with startup names? And what makes a great startup name? Well, if you are feeling lazy, you coul...

Episode Description below⬇️ Leave an iTunes review here - https://apple.co/3i60XWu Subscribe on Youtube here - https://bit.ly/3o1M4Z3 Follow us on your favorite podcast platform here - https://bit.ly/3kTfNkY Find out more about our sponsor Publicize here - https://bit.ly/3X6p7SB With a population of over 331 million , the US is a great market to create a startup, giving founders the opportunity to...

Episode Description below⬇️ Leave an iTunes review here - https://apple.co/3i60XWu Subscribe on Youtube here - https://bit.ly/3o1M4Z3 Follow us on your favorite podcast platform here - https://bit.ly/3kTfNkY Find out more about our sponsor Publicize here - https://bit.ly/3X6p7SB One week before the pandemic hit, unaware of what was about to take place worldwide, Taylor Hersom quit his job as a Chi...

Episode Description below⬇️ Leave an iTunes review here - https://apple.co/3i60XWu Subscribe on Youtube here - https://bit.ly/3o1M4Z3 Follow us on your favorite podcast platform here - https://bit.ly/3kTfNkY Find out more about our sponsor Publicize here - https://bit.ly/3BqDUxc If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to build a world-class software engineering team, then this is the episode for you...

Episode Description below⬇️ Leave an iTunes review here - https://apple.co/3i60XWu Subscribe on Youtube here - https://bit.ly/3o1M4Z3 Follow us on your favorite podcast platform here - https://bit.ly/3kTfNkY Find out more about our sponsor Publicize here - https://bit.ly/3BqDUxc According to The NewYorker , ketamine therapy is going mainstream, as the drug has been shown to help people suffering f...