Josh Spurgin

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Learn about the latest technology, what's going on with AI, get tips for success in your career and in sales, hear career stories from professionals, and enjoy funny work stories. Your host, Josh Spurgin, is an AI / Machine Learning Ops Technical Specialist at IBM and can also be found on various social media platforms under the name DataNerdJosh. Listen in to learn more about generative AI, the latest technology, technical sales, what is happening in various industries, and hear some funny stories along the way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Josh Spurgin

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Mastering Management: Proven Tips for Career Success 15.01.2025 53:24

In this power-packed episode, we delve into the future of technology leadership, exploring essential tips for becoming a great manager, harnessing AI for code generation and conversion, and why embracing change is crucial for success. Whether you're a seasoned manager or aspiring to be one, this episode is your ultimate guide to excelling in the ever-evolving tech landscape as my guest Anthony Lop...

Transitioning to a Career in AI, Hard Work, and a Focus on Faith 21.11.2024 48:10

Breanna George, Machine Learning and AI Data Engineer at BCBST (BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee), joins for a walkthrough of her career including a somewhat recent change to go all in on AI, the importance of hard work, and how she feels that her faith has helped to guide and shape her career.  This episode of CTRL ALT STORY also touches on the following topics: How Breanna developed a...

Increased Productivity, Effective Models, and Trusted AI - IBM TechXchange 2024 Recap with Sunil Murthy 30.10.2024 52:50

Sunil Murthy, watsonx Technical Leader for IBM’s U.S. National Market, joins for a recap of the announcements, excitement, and more from IBM’s TechXchange 2024 conference that happened in Las Vegas. This episode of CTRL ALT STORY also touches on the following topics: A day in the life of a watsonx Technical Leader and Sunil’s career journey to get there How IBM is enabling greater developer produc...

AI Agents, The Coopetition of IBM, Microsoft, and Amazon, and Success in Technical Sales 24.10.2024 38:09

Recorded during the IBM TechXchange 2024 conference in Las Vegas! Rob McLean,Vice President of Data, AI, & Automation at IBM, joins live from Mandalay Bay for a walk through his successful career, the inner workings of IBM's coopetition, career advice, and much more. This episode of CTRL ALT STORY also touches on the following topics: How has IBM been able to stay relevant for over 100 years?...

The Magic of Incorta, The Future of Business Intelligence, and Broken Computers - Interview with Incorta's Scott Felten 16.10.2024 55:24

Scott Felten, Business Leader at Incorta, joins for a deep dive into Incorta and how it can bring value to enterprise as well as his career journey that centers around a desire to learn and solve problems. This episode of CTRL ALT STORY also touches on the following topics What is Incorta, what it does for enterprise, and why you should be interested Where does Incorta sit (consistently) on Gartne...

Resume Tips, Advancing HR with Technology, and Funny HR Stories - Interview with Olin Chemical Company’s Randy Carroll 26.09.2024 1:03:13

Randy Carroll, Human Resources Manager and Leader at Olin Chemical Company, joins for a walk through his extensive HR career journey through UPS, Fedex, the State of Tennessee, Publix, TVA, BCBST, and beyond. This episode contains great tips for crafting your resume, getting hired, finding talent, and more. This episode of CTRL ALT STORY also touches on the following topics Olin Chemical Company -...

Advocate for Women in Technology, Ethical AI, and Opportunity in the rapid AI Landscape - Interview with IBM’s Paula Ichniowski 12.09.2024 34:42

Paula Ichniowski, IBM Principal Data and AI Sales Leader in the Southeast, joins for a walk through her impressive career at IBM that spans from her time as a software developer writing ADA code for air traffic control systems to being a sales leader today. This episode of CTRL ALT STORY touches on the following topics: Her career journey that includes working under 5 different IBM CEOs, moving to...

The Future of Cybersecurity, Handling Deepfakes and Prompt Injections, and the Biggest Dangers of AI - Interview with IBM’s Jeff Crume 29.08.2024 52:53

Jeff Crume, IBM Distinguished Engineer, CyberSecurity Architect, & Master Inventor, joins for an exciting (but secure!) conversation about his 40+ year career in Cybersecurity, the biggest threats AI today and what's on the horizon for the bad guys, how we might be able to handle deepfakes and prompt injections, and how being a lifelong runner has helped his career. Jeff is also an adjunct pro...

AI Avatars in Retail Stores, A World Without IBM, and Balancing Family Life and Work Travel - Interview with IBM’s Russ Beardall 22.08.2024 46:00

Russ Beardall, Principal Account Technical Leader at IBM, joins for an engaging conversation about his career journey from his time as a consultant to his job today, how he has balanced work travel with his family of 8, and also dives into the future of artificial intelligence that might be coming to a store near you. This episode of CTRL ALT STORY touches on the following topics: Will your credit...

Career Advice, Success in Sales, and Establishing your Social Media Brand - Interview with IBM’s Muta Chaudhry 14.08.2024 57:35

Muta Chaudhry, Data and AI Technical Specialist at IBM, joins for an engaging conversation about his career journey from the National Guard to IBM, how he has been able to see success in a sales career, and the importance of bringing passion to what you do. This very first episode of CTRL ALT STORY touches on the following topics: How technology and generative AI can improve vacation and travel Th...