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Interested in being a guest? Email us at admin@evankirstel.com Unlock the secrets of mastering privacy, security, compliance, and risk management in today's fast-paced business world with industry expert Greg Sparrow, President of CompliancePoint. Discover how Greg's extensive background in e-commerce and information security is helping organizations navigate the complexities of data ste...

Interested in being a guest? Email us at admin@evankirstel.com Discover how advanced AI is revolutionizing customer service as we chat with Torrey, the visionary co-founder of Thoughtly. From the initial inspiration sparked by ChatGPT to the creation of a robust AI-driven call center solution, Torrey takes us through the exciting journey of Thoughtly’s development. Learn how their unique decision...

Interested in being a guest? Email us at admin@evankirstel.com Ever wondered how cutting-edge mesh networking can revolutionize industries like mining, transportation, and energy? In this episode, Todd at Rajant, takes us on an exciting journey through the innovative world of wireless mesh networking technology. Discover the unique advantages of Rajant's peer-to-peer ad hoc mesh networks, whi...

Interested in being a guest? Email us at admin@evankirstel.com Unlock the future of telecommunications with Pascal Menezes, CTO of MEF, as we explore cutting-edge networking and network-as-a-service innovations. With over 200 global members, including more than 130 service providers, MEF is at the forefront of transforming telecommunications through collaboration and innovation. Learn how automati...

Interested in being a guest? Email us at admin@evankirstel.com Unlock the future of enterprise technology with insights from Tiago, the visionary CIO of OutSystems. Discover how his team is revolutionizing customer service by automating up to 30% of inquiries through the power of generative AI. Tiago shares invaluable first-hand experiences and compelling examples that reveal the strategic impleme...

Interested in being a guest? Email us at admin@evankirstel.com Unlock the secrets to revolutionizing your software development workflow with Rob Whiteley, CEO of Coder. Imagine supercharging your productivity while slashing costs—sounds too good to be true? Tune in as Rob unveils how Coder's Cloud Development Environments (CDEs) are transforming the landscape of modern software development. F...

Interested in being a guest? Email us at admin@evankirstel.com Can small companies outpace tech giants in innovation? Join us as we sit down with telecom entrepreneur Ray Pasquale from Unified Office, who takes us through the fascinating journey of VoIP technology's evolution. Ray shares his mission to enhance VoIP's quality and reliability without incurring hefty infrastructure costs. D...

Interested in being a guest? Email us at admin@evankirstel.com Join us as we sit down with the CTO of MEF, to explore the forefront of telecommunications innovation. Pascal shares his vast experience and sheds light on how MEF is revolutionizing the industry with automation, virtualization, and seamless cloud integration. We delve into the collaborative efforts between service providers, vendors,...

Interested in being a guest? Email us at admin@evankirstel.com Unlock the secrets to safeguarding our healthcare systems with insights from Ken  Zalevsky, the mastermind behind Vigilant Ops. Ever wondered how a software developer becomes a pivotal figure in medical device cybersecurity? Ken takes us through his transformative journey and reveals the vital role of the Software Bill of Materials (SB...

Interested in being a guest? Email us at admin@evankirstel.com Unlock the secrets to cutting-edge data security in our latest episode featuring Pranab from Bedrock Security! With a rich background from industry giants like Rubrik and AWS, Pranab brings invaluable insights into navigating the complexities of data protection in a cloud and Gen AI-driven world. Learn about Bedrock Security's inn...

Interested in being a guest? Email us at admin@evankirstel.com What if there was a way to revolutionize Wi-Fi networks, making them more flexible, cost-effective, and community-driven? Join us as we chat with Marcel, the visionary CTO and co-founder of NetExperience, to uncover how his company is transforming the Wi-Fi landscape. With decades of telecom experience under his belt, Marcel shares cap...

Interested in being a guest? Email us at admin@evankirstel.com Unlock the secrets of digital transformation as we sit down with Tiago, the CIO of OutSystems, who reveals how the convergence of low-code platforms and generative AI is reshaping enterprise strategies. This episode uncovers the profound impact of AI on customer support, showcasing significant advancements in automation and query resol...

Interested in being a guest? Email us at admin@evankirstel.com Transform your understanding of the Wi-Fi industry as Marcel from NetExperience reveals groundbreaking advancements and future trends. Ever wondered how disaggregated networks can revolutionize telecom infrastructure? Marcel, a telecom veteran with a rich history at companies like Nortel, breaks it all down. Learn about the Telecom Inf...

Interested in being a guest? Email us at admin@evankirstel.com Curious about how a small Avaya partner transformed into a major player in the contact center space? Join us as we chat with Mark, the CTO of C1, discussing their remarkable journey and how their philosophy of being "agnostic with preference" ensures the best-fit solutions for clients. Mark elaborates on the importance of R&a...

Interested in being a guest? Email us at admin@evankirstel.com What if you could step into a virtual office where your team feels just as connected and productive as in a real one? Join us for an exclusive conversation with Cliff Pollan, co-founder of Willow, and uncover how spatial computing is reshaping the future of collaboration and community building. Learn how Willow's immersive platfor...

Interested in being a guest? Email us at admin@evankirstel.com Ready to revolutionize your understanding of customer experience? Join us as we chat with the visionary founder of Cyara, an AI-powered platform that's transforming how businesses interact with their customers. Discover how Cyara bridges the gap between conversational AI bots and human agents, ensuring seamless customer interactio...

Interested in being a guest? Email us at admin@evankirstel.com Discover how Evolve IP is revolutionizing remote work with innovative cloud communications in our latest episode featuring Peter, a pioneer at Evolve IP since its founding in 2007. Join us as Peter reveals the company's unique dual expertise in voice and compute services, offering tailored solutions for mid-market companies. We ex...

Interested in being a guest? Email us at admin@evankirstel.com Discover the future of healthcare technology with our special guest, Anthony from Dr First. Curious about how a single company can impact one-third of the U.S. population? Anthony reveals their cutting-edge approach to medication management and patient care, from pioneering e-prescribing and medication history services to creating inte...

Interested in being a guest? Email us at admin@evankirstel.com Can enterprises truly achieve in-year ROI from their CX investments through AI integration? Join us as we uncover the future of customer experience with Avaya's experts, Jay Patel and Giselle. They shed light on the critical importance of a unified view of customer interactions to enhance user and brand experiences. We also discus...

Interested in being a guest? Email us at admin@evankirstel.com What if the key to successful AI initiatives lies not in advanced algorithms but in the very foundation of data itself? Join us as we sit down with Jacqueline, the dynamic CMO at Teradata, who brings her wealth of experience from industry giants like IBM, Oracle, GE, and Nielsen. Jacqueline passionately discusses the essential role of...

Interested in being a guest? Email us at admin@evankirstel.com Ever wondered how a seasoned Microsoft veteran transitions into leading a cutting-edge analytics company? Get ready to uncover the fascinating journey of Ariel, CEO of Sisense, as he shares insights from his 21-year tenure at Microsoft, where he played a pivotal role in developing Power BI and Dynamics 365 Sales. Tune in to learn how S...

Interested in being a guest? Email us at admin@evankirstel.com Unlock the future of enterprise AI with our guest from Plainsight Technologies, who brings their expertise from industry giants like Microsoft and Google. Discover how Plainsight is transforming businesses by turning everyday cameras into powerful data-generating tools, creating digital twins of the physical world. This episode promise...

Interested in being a guest? Email us at admin@evankirstel.com Can you imagine reshaping the future of healthcare with the power of AI and augmented reality? That’s exactly what Antoinette, a nurse innovator and healthcare experience futurist at Microsoft, is working towards. Join us as she recounts her incredible career journey from studying textile science to becoming a pioneer in nursing techno...

Interested in being a guest? Email us at admin@evankirstel.com Unlock the secrets to optimizing your private cloud with insights from Himanshu at Broadcom. Join us for an in-depth discussion as we delve into the transformative advancements in VMware vSphere Foundation. Himanshu sheds light on how Broadcom's streamlined portfolio post-acquisition focuses on boosting operational efficiency, per...

Interested in being a guest? Email us at admin@evankirstel.com Ever wondered how IT can truly enhance business productivity and employee satisfaction? Get ready to uncover the secrets behind successful IT experience management with Sami Kallio and Sakari Kouti from Happy Signals. Sami, the CEO and co-founder, shares the mission of placing human experiences at the heart of IT decision-making, while...