The Future Of The Future

Climate Change is affecting all of us, across the world.   Now, even within those who acknowledge it, some people do something about it, and some people mostly sit back as expectators.   I have to be honest, I worry about climate change. But I don't do much about it.   My guest though... he decided he really, really wanted to have an impact to make things better.   Meet Craig Allen. An executive d...

Welcome to another episode of "The Future of the Future" podcast. Today, we have the privilege of hosting Carter Cliff, the CEO of Papillon Therapeutics, a pioneering company advancing genetic medicines for life-threatening conditions. In this episode, we'll delve into the realm of cell replacement therapy, a groundbreaking approach in regenerative medicine that involves replacing damaged or dysfu...

I think we can all agree.   An AI revolution is underway.   It's hard to keep up, new models pop up every day.    Many significant players and thought leaders in the industry claim AGI (in its many different definitions) is right around the corner.   The job market has already changed. In the tech industry alone, traditional job postings are at its lowest since 2018. New jobs are emerging, and AI...

Yes. This is another episode about AI. I know, we keep hearing about it, every single day. But, let's be real here. It's happening. It's really happening. Things ARE changing. So, the best thing we can do is to talk about it, learn about it, adapt, and evolve. So, with that in mind, I will interview Hunter Powers,  a visionary and experienced technology executive with more than 20 years of experie...

Q1 is almost over.   2025 has been, so far, a very interesting year, to put it mildly.   The word that comes to mind is - uncertainty.   What will happen to the Economy? If things keep escalating, what will be the effect of a global trade war? How will the job market be affected by further advancement in AI?   CEOs are trying to stay tuned to the right signals, to prepare for whatever is coming. B...

Digital nomads. Heroes leveraging technology to work from wherever they please in the world. For some trades, especially in tech, all you need is a good laptop and a solid internet connection, and you are set. The location can be irrelevant. But... What is a Digital Nomad? How does it really work? How does it feel to be a digital nomad? What's up with all the return to office mandates? Is remote w...

Startups and Money.   Founders and VCs.   That's our topic for today, and let me tell you, we have a one of a kind guest.   I love his content, follow him on LinkedIn, devour his newsletter, and laugh at his jokes...   My guest today knows the VC world in and out, and he sure knows how to help founders navigate it, but also have his community laugh, and reflect about it, through the amazing conten...

The average person spends two and a half hours per day on social media. From entertainment, to business, to staying up to date with news, social media platforms permeate every aspect of our lives. More than half of young people want to become influencers and would choose that as an occupation if possible. But, what does it mean? What is an influencer? How do you become one? What does it take? What...

On average, 63% of tech startups fail, and 25% close within the first year.   Only 10% of tech startups survive in the long run...   But the biggest hurdle is going from 0 to 1.   Especially on the technology side.   What do you build and how? How do you keep the cash flowing to survive that early stage?   How do you build your team?   It's hard!   My guest today, Shawn Coe, has more than 25 years...

It's one thing to be an individual contributor. And a completely different thing, to be a leader of a team.   It's one thing to be leading a team of 5 to 10 people. And a completely different thing, when your team grows to hundreds...   The game changes all of a sudden. But maybe, you still want to have that startup culture of high performance and innovation, the respect for the individuality of e...

International Supply Chains and Logistics are hard. There are many risks. Geopolitical Factors, Natural Disasters, Supply Chain Bottlenecks and Disruptions... you name it. But technology has the promise to make this industry better. AI and Blockchain, amongst other technologies, have the power to improve supply chains and make them more adaptable and resilient. Heard this before? Wondering how it...

We are only getting started in 2025. And I wonder. How are your new year's resolutions coming along? Did you make any resolutions? If so, were you dreaming big or keeping it safe? Are you trying new things? Are you trying new, scary things? challenging things? Are you miserably failing at any of those? My guest will be happy if so. Let me clarify, she will be happy about you embracing your fears a...

Today, we will talk about incentives alignment. For too long, agreements between service providers and buyers have been mostly used as risk allocation tools. We spend too much time on clauses like indemnification or limitation of liability, and too little time on scope of services, expected results, and guarantees for buyers and vendors alike. My guest, Zach Beegal, has built a career engineering...

Revenue. It all starts there. If you want to survive as a business, you need revenue. There are many teams and factors that impact Revenue. Sales, Marketing, Customer Service and Success, and many others. And all of these teams have different groups within. They should be aligned, and working well together, towards a shared goal, right? Well... you'll be surprised... Today, we will look under the...

Leadership is a wonderfully complex topic. Leaders are everywhere, and they have an impact on people's lives. There are no perfect recipes. Leaders have different styles. Leaders have good things, and bad things. I guess that is the reason why there is so much content on the topic. So many books, videos, podcasts... I've personally done more than a few episodes on Leadership, especially in the tec...

It's the month of February, 2020. It's 6 am in the morning. I'm in a car with two friends, looking for a good spot to surf. One of them is a scientist. A proper scientist with a PHD and all. He lived in San Francisco, Paris and other places. He recently came back to Uruguay, our home country, to lead a lab at the Pasteur Institute. He works with viruses. So we start talking about the latest virus...

Today, we're honored to host two visionary leaders in the marketing and branding arena: Ilana Plumer and Kate Hoyt, co-founders of Orayah Marketing & Brand. Orayah is a women-led boutique agency with a distributed team across North America, specializing in strategy, brand development, creative content, martech, social media, and product marketing. Their mission is to provide bespoke marketing and...

Today, I’m thrilled to have Eddie Heffernan join us. Eddie has built a remarkable career in tech, bridging the gaps between strategy, development, and executive leadership. Recently, he made an exciting transition to a Fractional CTO role, a path that's gaining traction in the modern tech ecosystem. In this episode, we’ll dive into Eddie’s journey—how his experiences shaped his leadership style, w...

What is a fractional CTO? Most importantly, WHO, is a fractional CTO? Can anyone become one? or, do you need a certain seniority, a certain career and exposure to different experiences? Today, I’m thrilled to welcome Eric Hunsberger, a seasoned tech leader who has recently embraced the dynamic and impactful role of a fractional CTO. With a rich career spanning various leadership positions in techn...

Politics exist everywhere. Politics at work can be exhausting. They can turn a place toxic, create health issues, and hamper productivity. There is a better way. We all know there is a better way... but, what happens if we play nice when others don't?  If I become the nice guy at work, will this have a negative impact on my career? Join me as I interview Brad Wilson, a senior leader in HR with mor...

Today, we’re diving into the topic of Leadership in Technology. Our guest, Jonathan Kash, is a seasoned technology leader with a remarkable track record of creating high-performing teams and fostering cultures that prioritize authenticity and excellence. Jonathan has had very good bosses and not so good bosses. He learned almost as much by watching leaders act, than by being a leader himself. Lead...

Today’s episode is an inspiring journey into the world of creativity, adaptability, and what it means to thrive as a modern polymath in technology.  Joining me is the multi-talented Sam Hopkins—a true generalist who has made waves in tech, language preservation, music, and even as a trivia champion on Jeopardy .  Sam’s unique career path blends disciplines like sociology, philosophy, and music, de...

Do you work in tech? How many women work in your team? How many women are in leadership roles in your company? Do you think about diversity or what it means to be a woman in tech? Do you worry about it? If you are worried, do you take any steps to change anything? I find the least I can do... is listen. And this is what I will do today, in this episode. I will interview Jennifer Larson, an executi...

Psychological safety is a key ingredient for high performing teams. You've heard about it multiple times. You've read about it. And maybe, if you were lucky enough, you worked in great teams where psychological safety was a reality. But, what is it? How do we define it? How do we foster this sense of safety in a team? How do we safeguard this safety over time? Today, I will interview Jared Olhoft,...

In today’s episode, we’re diving into the transformative role of data and AI in modern business with none other than Mike Burke—a seasoned tech leader whose insights on data culture and innovation are reshaping how companies operate in a digital age. Mike brings a wealth of experience in data-driven strategy and leadership, making him the perfect guest to explore the ever-evolving landscape of tec...