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Invention and innovation are critical for technology advancement, but tech commercialization is essential to bear the economic fruit of progress. Without commercialization, the brilliant ideas spawned by both the private and public sectors would never produce practical use benefits. Tom Cellucci , Chairman and CEO of Cellucci Associates, Inc. , shares his insights into tech commercialization and w...

Since the rise of COVID, community and connectedness are at the forefront of the minds of consumers. Brands have adapted by using technology to tell a story, building relationships with their customers through engagement. Yet, many wonder if some of this tech, like personal data collection, is an invasive slippery slope. Of course, as Chris Silver puts it, the foundation for any relationship is tr...

The neurodiverse are an underutilized pool of talented men and women who can prosper in the workforce. They just need a fair chance. Shaloni Winston , CEO of the Lexington, NY chapter of The Arc and Founder of Transitions , is here to expand our knowledge of neurodiversity. Shaloni believes that, through honest communication, employers can unlock the potential of every neurodiverse worker. Empower...

How can you better serve diverse communities in your business? Give them a voice. The most impactful approach comes from truly listening to the community, engaging with them and — above all — including them in the process. That’s the principle guiding Sara Cantor , who left the corporate world to become Co-Founder and Executive Director of Greater Good Studio , a design studio with a mission to be...

You get what you measure, and you can measure just about anything. But you shouldn't measure just anything. You should only measure the important things. Businesswoman, educator, and diplomat Marie Royce , who serves as CEO of Marie Royce LLC, shared what to measure, who should measure it, and how measurement contributes to leadership. Join us as we discuss: Engaging people through people-centered...

Servant leadership may seem like a buzzword, but if you do it right, it can transform your organization.  It can even win Super Bowls. Just ask Ben Utecht , Super Bowl Champion and Chief Culture Officer at True North Equity Partners , who’s seen both play out in real life.  Join us as we discuss: The power of servant leadership How to cultivate a communication culture The importance of authenticit...

Passionate teams are a key ingredient for success.   Building a culture of data is another.   How are the best and brightest making this a reality?  Cara Goodwin , a VP and H ead of Web and eCommerce at Toast, Inc. , is a vibrant young leader in the SaaS industry. At Toast, she’s lighting the way to creating flawless and extraordinary digital end-to-end experiences.    Join us as we discuss:   Usi...

In an unconstrained world, every company would have a suite of full-time executives.  But with talent shortages and budgetary concerns running rampant in today’s business landscape, we are far from an unconstrained world.  That’s why we’re talking to Arlyn Davich , Managing Partner at Littlefish , about fractional executives. She shares how fractional executives work and how the arrangement can be...

Environmental social governance is not a fix all. But for those that do it well, it can drastically improve your business.   A way to do ESG well — Go all in. Sitting in the middle will grow negativity on both sides.  To explain just how beneficial ESG is when done right, Steve Rochlin , CEO at IMPACT ROI, LLC , is here to walk us through it.   Join us as we discuss: The true impact of ESG investm...

It’s human nature to want to look away from the worst crimes of humanity. Yet, the only way we’ll stop the suffering atrocities like human trafficking is to face up to the harsh reality and address the issue head-on. That’s something Rob Morris does every day as CEO and Co-Founder at Love146 , whose mission is to end child trafficking once and for all. In this episode, he shares what it takes to k...

People are trying to figure out new ways to connect…  And are ending up back where they started. Is that so bad?  Not according to David Adler , Chairman & Founder of BizBash , who believes that the value of genuine human connection is far from obsolete—it may be the key to success across the event industry. David joins us today to explain how collaboration artists are critical for extraordina...

Has digital transformation become a meaningless buzzword?  We need technology; we need to adapt to a changing world.  But we need to get beyond the buzzword and effect changes that really matter.  That’s one of the key insights Greg Verdino , Digital Transformation Keynote Speaker, brings to today’s episode, as he discusses how to make sure to adapt without breaking what makes your business great....

When it comes to leadership, there are a lot of obstacles no matter who steps up to the role.   And for technologists, the career path you take to leadership may, if you’re not careful, add additional obstacles.  But with the right approach, technologists can make the best leaders.  Just take today’s guest Subramanyan Murali , Vice President Marketing Technology at Fidelity Investments .  Join us...

Does your company have a community behind it?  Not just some janky web-portal, I’m talking about a true community — a place where people come together to help one another.  Because without that, you’re driving people away.  In today’s episode, I’m speaking with Brent Turner , EVP, Strategy and Solutions at Opus Agency , about how to get people to rally around your brand and build a truly thriving...

When it comes to technology, it’s all too easy to get distracted by the shiny things that promise to change the world, yet change almost nothing meaningful about your business.   True transformation isn’t about the technology waiting, it’s about how you make the most of the technology you have.  Today’s guest, Tom Goodwin , Author, Influencer and Co-Founder of ALL WE HAVE IS NOW , joins the show t...

As far as buzzwords go, digital transformation reigns supreme. But it’s also essential to the continued success of an organization… So how do you avoid the shiny, buzzword traps and ensure yours is a success? To find the answer, today I’m speaking with Jeff Kushmerek , CEO - Founder of Jeff Kushmerek Consulting Group , who has been involved in digitally transforming organizations since a time when...

Digital transformation is messy.  If you want to succeed in yours, your team needs to understand everything that goes into digitally transforming a business — and be prepared to handle it in stride.  That’s one of the key insights Erin Bonsang , Senior Director, Global Consumer Engagement at iRobot , learned while spearheading the company’s digital transformation efforts. She joins the show today...

A good leader knows to look outside their industry for insights and inspiration… And that’s a whole lot easier when the content is fascinating. Today’s guest Toby Harnden , Author of First Casualty , has a story that goes well beyond fascinating — it’s positively gripping. Toby joins the show to share insights from the CIA team he profiles in the book, and more from how he got the story. Join us a...

The Silicon Valley playbook has been thrown endlessly at many of the world’s toughest problems… And it almost always fails. Why? It’s because those hurling the book around usually don’t even understand the game they are playing. So says Evan Burfield , CEO at Helm , who believes that the tools for playing the game are out there — but they’ll only work once the rules are clear. He joins the show to...

Never underestimate the power of a strong internal communications function. When the pandemic hit, some companies found themselves at a severe disadvantage without it. But even if you already have an internal communications function, are you getting the most out of it? To make sure you are, Alison Drakeford , Director of Internal Communications at Foundation Medicine , joins the show to share her...

Business leaders need to think like scientists. They need the courage to adapt their ideas in the face of new evidence. Because if they don’t… Well, just ask Blockbuster where that road leads. Today, I’m joined by the legendary internet pioneer Vint Cerf , VP and Chief Internet Evangelist at Google , whose valuable insights on the intersection between science and business are something every busin...

Innovation labs can get a rep as an insular hangout for moonshot goofballs, an expensive office with a whole bunch of wacky furniture off in the corner somewhere — an unfulfilled promise. That’s why it’s crucial to craft your innovative initiative from the inside out and build a human-centered, embedded lab that will empower your employees and generate a homegrown army of SMEs. My guests today are...

When you put a group of professionals together in a safe environment, each with a different specialty, you not only get a rich conversation but one that no one can monopolize. And if some of those professionals are digital natives with a chip on their shoulder, it’s all the more important. My guest today, Coach Kathy Kemper , CEO and Founder at Institute for Education , discusses creating safe env...

It’s never too late for digital transformation — even after 1700 years. Don’t believe me? Just ask Jolly Ol’ Saint Nick… Yes, that’s right — today we’re speaking with Santa Claus, Founder and CEO at North Pole, about how he’s revolutionizing his workshop and delivering a bespoke Christmas experience to everyone fortunate enough to make his Nice List. Craving more? You can find this interview and m...

Change is constant. Especially in tech. Especially over the last 18 months. While transformation is challenging, businesses have to adapt (and fast) if they want to survive. My guest today, Chris Perrotti , VP of Digital Workplace at LogMeIn , was in the trenches for the mind-bogglingly complicated merger with Citrix, and then became a general in the remote work revolution. Join us as we discuss:...