Technologist of the Month

Eliott Wertheimer is the co-CEO of VanMoof and LAVOIE , with a background in founding FuroSystems. He has worked as an EV Charging Technologies Consultant at Zebra Fuel. Eliott holds a Master's Degree in Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Management from Imperial College London and a Master's Degree in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Bristol. On The Menu: 1. Overcoming internal...

Fabian Astic is a Managing Director and the Global Head of Decentralized Finance & Digital Assets, Cyber Credit Risk, and AI Analytics at Moody's Investors Service . With over 18 years of experience, he leads the group responsible for Moody's preparedness for the digitalization of the global economy, focusing on transformative technologies like AI and blockchain. On The Menu: 1. Overse...

Tune into the Technologist of the Month Podcast for our Rapid-Fire Round, where top experts from Volvo, EY, Vimeo, Wax, Sandbox, Babbel, and other leading companies answer a series of quick, incisive questions. Dive into the real, human side of leadership as these prominent figures reveal candid insights and share their priceless business wisdom. Sit back, hit play, and discover the personalities...

Living by the quote "If you can't see it, you can't be it," she emphasizes the importance of providing women with the right tools to climb into leadership roles. Green highlights the necessity of making it easier for females to enter and thrive in this traditionally male-dominated industry. Watch the full episode here 👉 https://bit.ly/46HxA4M

Marc Minguella is an Executive Partner at IBM Consulting , specializing in Innovation and Digital Transformation with over 20 years of experience. He has a proven track record in defining and executing business and IT strategies for major companies like CaixaBank, Catalonia government, General Electric, Sony, and Panasonic, both as an internal and IBM external consultant across Europe. On The Menu...

Hugo Coelho is the Digital Assets Regulatory Lead at the Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance at Cambridge Judge Business School and Financial Innovation for Impact (Fii) , with a background that spans policy advising and financial market analysis. Previously, he served as Director of Policy for Europe and the UK at Binance and Partner at Forefront Advisers. On The Menu: 1. Approach to Regulat...

Tune into the Technologist of the Month Podcast for our Rapid-Fire Round, where top experts from Volvo, EY, Vimeo, Wax, Sandbox, Babbel, and other leading companies answer a series of quick, incisive questions. Dive into the real, human side of leadership as these prominent figures reveal candid insights and share their priceless business wisdom. Sit back, hit play, and discover the personalities...

She explains that innovation demands changes in the existing system, which may not always be well-received or correct. Wang emphasizes the importance of balancing risk-taking with justifying ROI, and the need to stay ahead of the curve. Watch the full episode here 👉 ⁠https://bit.ly/49KGAWS

Parag Parekh is the Global Chief Digital Officer at Ingka Group | IKEA , based in Malmö, Sweden. With over 20 years of experience in digital leadership across retail, consumer products, and industrial sectors, he has held influential roles at companies such as Adidas, GE, Honeywell, and Tata. Parag has an MBA in Information Technology from NMIMS and completed executive development at Harvard Busin...

He emphasizes the importance of staying focused, strategic planning, and aligning with business goals. De Boer highlights the need to bring innovative solutions that augment the frontline and enhance workforce capabilities. Watch the full episode here 👉 ⁠https://bit.ly/3WbrjcE

For Don, the true measure of AI product success lies in the value generated, human integration, and positive transformation of business models. Enhancing efficiency, and productivity, and creating new revenue streams are critical metrics. Watch the full podcast to know more! 👉 https://bit.ly/4cfqHJg

Daniel Flowe is a Technology Evangelist specializing in Identity, Onboarding, and Compliance, and a dedicated DEI Advocate. He leads Digital Identity initiatives at the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) in Raleigh, North Carolina. With over four years at LSEG, Daniel has progressed through various roles, contributing significantly to the company's digital identity strategy. On The Menu: 1. Fi...

Join our Rapid Fire Round on the Technologist of the Month Podcast where luminaries from Volvo, Ey, Vimeo, Wax, Sandbox, Babbel, and more face a barrage of quick-witted questions. Explore the authentic, human dimension of leadership as these bold speakers share vulnerable insights and invaluable business wisdom.  So, relax, hit play, and unravel the personalities behind the influential titles 👉 h...

He identifies three key reasons: the lack of communication between IT and OT departments, the scarcity of skilled professionals, and the absence of a solid foundational strategy. Understanding these challenges is crucial for organizations looking to embark on successful IoT journeys. Watch the full episode here 👉 ⁠⁠https://spoti.fi/3RqNaLH

She emphasizes that in the last five years, we've come to understand that everyone is somewhere on the spectrum of anxiety, depression, or ASD and that it's all okay. Watch the full episode here 👉 ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3ILInQw

Evelien Witlox is the Director of Digital Euro at the European Central Bank , known for her energetic leadership and expertise in managing large, international teams and partnerships. She champions future-oriented strategies with a results-driven approach, pushing teams and organizations to excel beyond current limits. On The Menu: 1. Evolution of cash to digital form and its importance in a digit...

He discusses the concept of lean manufacturing and the inspiration behind creating a platform where users can find the best supply chains in the world that have embraced technology for outsized impact. Currently, there are 153 lighthouses on this platform, showcasing the pinnacle of tech-driven supply chains. Watch the full episode here 👉 https://bit.ly/3WbrjcE

Charith Mendis is the Head of the Worldwide Banking Industry for Amazon Web Services (AWS) , where he oversees global banking industry activities. With over 15 years of experience in financial services across Asia, EMEA, and North America, he helps banking and lending organizations leverage cloud capabilities to innovate and transform their operations. On The Menu: 1. AWS's role in enhancing c...

She discusses how AI is revolutionizing the telecommunications industry at MWC. She highlights how AI not only reduces costs but also opens up new revenue streams, driving innovation and efficiency. Watch the full episode here 👉 https://bit.ly/49KGAWS

Schulte highlights the importance of providing security technology that ensures all customers can enjoy its benefits. He explains IoT as connecting everything that runs on power, showcasing the future of interconnected devices. Watch the full episode here 👉 https://bit.ly/4b8jUkB

Antoine Le Nel is Chief Growth and Marketing Officer at Revolut , a leading fintech company. With a background in growth, marketing, and analytics, Antoine is dedicated to empowering financial freedom and access. He spearheads global growth strategies for both B2C and B2B offerings, overseeing Marketing, Communications, Analytics, and Growth Partnerships. On The Menu: Discussion on balancing growt...

Bernhard Kowatsch is the Head of the Innovation Accelerator at the UN World Food Programme , a Social Entrepreneur, an ex-BCG consultant, and a TED speaker. He founded the WFP Innovation Accelerator in 2015, leading it to become the world's largest social impact startup accelerator. He holds a degree from HEC Paris and is a recognized thought leader in social impact innovation and technology....

He shares how the main goal of his product is to help millions of people, not just the elite, to read and learn the language they wish to He emphasizes Babbel's mission to make language learning accessible and inclusive for everyone. Watch the full episode here 👉 ⁠https://bit.ly/3uPzPEC

He also highlights significant shifts in the industry, transportation as a service, emphasizing how these innovations will reshape our future. Watch the full episode here 👉 ⁠https://spoti.fi/3RqNaLH

Jonathan Daglish is a Senior Manager and the Intelligence Services Centre Lead at Deloitte . He holds a Master's degree in Terrorism, Crime, and Global Security and has extensive experience in intelligence and risk advisory roles, including previous positions at Dataminr and TorchlightGroup Ltd. On The Menu: 1. AI-Powered Social Listening: Preparation for risks using AI. 2. Future Landscape of...