Best Technology Engineering Start Up Hatchpad Podcasts (2025)

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Data Solutions in Regulated Environments: Scaling Innovation in Defense and Aerospace | The Pair Program Ep64 1:00:36

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Data Solutions in Regulated Environments: Scaling Innovation in Defense and Aerospace | The Pair Program Ep64 On this week’s episode of The Pair Program, we’re diving deep into defense innovation, mission-first data strategy, and the future of aerospace tech with Jake Dyal and Scott Dieckhaus, two leaders with decades of experience navigating high-…

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Delivering Defense-Tech Ground Autonomy with DIU and Forterra | The Pair Program Ep63 57:00

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Delivering Defense-Tech Ground Autonomy with DIU and Forterra | The Pair Program Ep63 What does the future of defense look like when the vehicles drive themselves? In this episode, we sit down with Paul Benfield (Head of Strategy at Forterra) and David Michelson (Director of Autonomy at DIU) to talk about the real-world deployment of autonomous gro…

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From Service to Startup: Empowering Veteran-Led Innovation in Defense Tech | The Pair Program Ep62 58:04

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From Service to Startup: Empowering Veteran-Led Innovation in Defense Tech | The Pair Program Ep62 What happens when veterans take the lead in shaping the future of defense tech? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Casey Perley from the Army Applications Lab and Guy Filippelli of Squadra Ventures, two powerhouses driving change from within and be…

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CTO Wisdom with Freedom Dumlao | Beyond The Program 56:56

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CTO Wisdom with Freedom Dumlao | Beyond The Program Welcome to CTO Wisdom. In this series, we interview technical leaders who have stepped into executive positions.Today’s guest host, Eric Brooke, speaks with Freedom Dumlao, CTO at Vestmark, in this episode of CTO Wisdom. We sit down with Freedom to explore his unconventional journey into tech and …

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Combating Deepfakes with AI Innovation: Reality Defender & BAH Ventures | The Pair Program Ep61 1:04:14

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Combating Deepfakes with AI Innovation: Reality Defender & BAH Ventures | The Pair Program Ep61 In this episode of The Pair Program, we’re joined by Ben Colman (CEO and Co-Founder of Reality Defender) and Wes Blackwell (Managing Director at Booz Allen Hamilton) for a fascinating discussion on AI and national security. They dive into the dangers of …

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How We Hatched: Kevin Larrabee, Head of Product at DataShapesAI 1:06:56

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How We Hatched: Kevin Larrabee, Head of Product at DataShapesAI In this episode of How We Hatched, we’re joined by Kevin Larrabee, the Head of Product at DataShapesAI. In our conversation, Kevin takes us through the transformative role AI plays in Electromagnetic Spectrum (EMS) applications. He also shares how DataShapesAI is using AI-driven soluti…

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The Dual-Use Debate: Crafting Smarter Startups from the Start | The Pair Program Ep60 1:02:55

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The Dual-Use Debate: Crafting Smarter Startups from the Start | The Pair Program Ep60 Today on The Pair Program, we’re joined by Gene Kesselman, Director of Mission Innovation Experimentation at MIT, and Jake Chapman, Managing Director at Marque Ventures. Together, they dive into the evolving landscape of dual-use technology and the future of defen…

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How We Hatched: Nicolas Chaillan, Founder & CEO of Ask Sage 57:47

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How We Hatched: Nicolas Chaillan, Founder & CEO of Ask Sage On today’s episode of How We Hatched, we sit down with Nicolas Chaillan, Founder & CEO of Ask Sage and former Chief Software Officer for the U.S. Air Force and Space Force. From launching startups at age 15 to transforming tech adoption in national defense, Nick shares lessons from his unc…

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The Future Frontlines of Defense: 3D Drones and Strategic Logistics | The Pair Program Ep59 1:14:04

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The Future Frontlines of Defense: 3D Drones and Strategic Logistics | The Pair Program Ep59 Dive into the future of defense technology with Chad McCoy of Firestorm Labs and Jeff Wright, military strategist and special ops veteran. Explore how 3D printing drones and new logistic strategies are paving the way for innovative solutions in the INDOPACOM…

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Scaling Horizontally: EpiSci’s Strategic Play in Dual-Use Tech | The Pair Program Ep58 1:06:47

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Scaling Horizontally: EpiSci’s Strategic Play in Dual-Use Tech | The Pair Program Ep58 In this episode of The Pair Program, we’re joined by David Rothzeid (Principal at Shield Capital) and Bo Ryu (CEO of EpiSci) to unpack the challenges and opportunities in building and scaling dual-use technology. From startup funding paths to shifting dynamics in…

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How We Hatched: Feross Aboukhadijeh, Founder & CEO of Socket 46:45

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How We Hatched: Feross Aboukhadijeh, Founder & CEO of Socket How do we secure open-source software in a world where supply chain attacks are on the rise? In this episode of How We Hatched, we sit down with Feross Aboukhadijeh, founder & CEO of Socket, to discuss the growing security threats in open-source development and how Socket is helping compa…

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Cracking the Code: How Startups Can Win with MSP Partnerships | The Pair Program Ep57 59:19

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Cracking the Code: How Startups Can Win with MSP Partnerships | The Pair Program Ep57 How do startups break into the market without a massive sales force? And what do Managed Service Providers (MSPs) really look for in vendor solutions, beyond the sales pitch? In this episode, Tim Winkler and Mike Gruen sit down with Brian Luckey (CIO at Integris) …

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Graduating from Set-Asides in Government Contracting: The Path to Sustainable Success | The Pair Program Ep56 59:35

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Graduating from Set-Asides in Government Contracting: The Path to Sustainable Success | The Pair Program Ep56 In this episode, hosts Tim Winkler and Mike Gruen welcome two industry leaders: Greg Schaub, CFO of Anika Systems, and Rolf Holman, Chief Strategy Officer of Falconwood. Together, they explore the challenges and opportunities of transitioni…

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Securing the Future: Traditional IT vs. Blockchain in Banking | The Pair Program Ep55 1:08:33

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Securing the Future: Traditional IT vs. Blockchain in Banking | The Pair Program Ep55 In this episode of The Pair Program, hosts Tim Winkler and Mike Gruen explore the future of cybersecurity in financial services with two distinguished experts: Jacques Boschung, CEO of Halborn and Sandip Wadje, Managing Director and Head of Emerging Technology Ris…

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CTO Wisdom with Charity Majors | Beyond the Program 41:40

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CTO Wisdom with Charity Majors | Beyond the Program Welcome to CTO Wisdom. In this series, we interview technical leaders who have stepped into executive positions. Today’s guest host, Eric Brooke, speaks with Charity Majors, Co-founder and CTO of honeycomb.io In today’s episode, they discuss: How Charity’s career started with a music scholarship a…

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The AI Impact: Transforming Tech Roles and the Future of Work | The Pair Program Ep54 52:54

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The AI Impact: Transforming Tech Roles and the Future of Work | The Pair Program Ep54 In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of AI in the workforce with two thought leaders shaping the future of tech talent: Dr. Diana Gehlhaus, Director for Economy at the Special Competitive Studies Project, and Angela Cough, Special Advisor to…

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Building and Scaling Customer Success Teams: A Startup’s Playbook | The Pair Program Ep53 56:08

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Building and Scaling Customer Success Teams: A Startup’s Playbook | The Pair Program Ep53 In this episode, we sit down with Romaine Buck, VP of Customer Success at Articulate, and Toni Ann Careccio, Chief Customer Officer at PortPro, to explore the evolving role of Customer Success (CS) in startups and beyond. Both Romaine and Toni bring a wealth o…

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How We Hatched: Matt Theurer, Co-Founder & CEO, HyperSpectral.ai 56:27

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In this episode of How We Hatched, host Tim Winkler sits down with Matt Theurer, Co-Founder & CEO of HyperSpectral.ai, to explore Matt’s entrepreneurial journey and his groundbreaking work in AI-driven spectral technology. Matt’s career has been marked by a series of bold ventures, from his early days at NIH to leading successful tech companies, in…

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Unlocking Value in the Federal Market: A Conversation with Deep Water Point & Associates | The Pair Program Ep52 1:06:46

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Unlocking Value in the Federal Market: A Conversation with Deep Water Point & Associates | The Pair Program Ep52 In this episode, we dive into the complex world of federal market consulting with Greg Buckis and Meghan DiAndrea, leaders at Deep Water Point & Associates. Deep Water is known for blending government and industry expertise, offering cli…

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CTO Wisdom with Liming Zhao | Beyond The Program 43:45

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CTO Wisdom with Liming Zhao | Beyond The Program Welcome to CTO Wisdom, where we explore the journeys of technical leaders who have transitioned into executive roles. Today, guest host Eric Brooke sits down with Liming Zhao, a technology innovator transforming traditional industries. In this episode, they cover: Liming’s journey from researcher to …

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Mission Transition: SkillBridge's Role in Civilian Careers | The Pair Program Ep51 1:02:13

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Mission Transition: SkillBridge's Role in Civilian Careers | The Pair Program Ep51 In this episode, we sit down with two incredible guests - Cameron Watts and John Sokol - who bring a wealth of experience from both military service and the civilian workforce. Together, they dive into the SkillBridge program, which connects transitioning service mem…

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How We Hatched: Michael Hauser, VP and Managing Partner of SAIC Ventures 1:06:22

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How We Hatched: Michael Hauser, VP and Managing Partner of SAIC Ventures Welcome to our most recent episode of How We Hatched! In this episode, you’ll hear from Michael Hauser, Vice President and Managing Partner of SAIC Ventures. SAIC leverages IT and digital engineering to solve the government’s most pressing challenges while strategically invest…

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Navigating Defense Innovation: Collaborative Piloting with the U.S. Navy & Startups | The Pair Program Ep50 47:10

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Navigating Defense Innovation: Collaborative Piloting with the U.S. Navy & Startups | The Pair Program Ep50 In this compelling episode, we delve into the evolving landscape of defense technology and innovation with three experts leading the charge. Join us as we speak with Justin Fanelli, Acting CTO for the Department of Navy and Technical Director…

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Navigating the Clouds: Decoding FedRAMP with LaunchDarkly and Schellman | The Pair Program Ep49 58:56

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Navigating the Clouds: Decoding FedRAMP with LaunchDarkly and Schellman | The Pair Program Ep49 In this episode of The Pair Program, we dive deep into the complexities of FedRAMP with two industry veterans who have navigated the process firsthand. Sara Mazer, Federal CTO at LaunchDarkly, and Nick Rundhaug, Managing Director at Schellman, join us to…

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Revolutionizing Clinical Trials: A Technological Leap Forward | The Pair Program Ep48 1:06:25

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Revolutionizing Clinical Trials: A Technological Leap Forward | The Pair Program Ep48 In this compelling episode of The Pair Program, we dive into the intersection of cutting-edge technology and clinical research with two distinguished guests: Dr. Lawrence Cheskin, a pioneer in obesity research, and Harsha Rajasimha, the innovative founder of Jeeva…

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Driving Innovation: The Partnership Between Champ and W.R. Berkley | The Pair Program Ep47 56:49

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Driving Innovation: The Partnership Between Champ and W.R. Berkley | The Pair Program Ep47 In this episode, we hear from two guests: Shane Bigelow and Mike Nannizzi. Shane is the CEO of Champ, a Cleveland-based technology company that is changing the way that vehicle titles are created, managed, and transferred in the United States. Mike runs the v…

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How We Hatched: Will Wilson, Co-Founder of Antithesis 55:03

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How We Hatched: Will Wilson, Co-Founder of Antithesis Dive into the entrepreneurial journey of Will Wilson, Co-Founder of Antithesis, in this episode of "How We Hatched." Host, Tim Winkler, interviews Will about: HIs journey into technology, including his inspiration to start his own company and the mentor who inspired him to take the leap. His car…

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The Rise of Fractional Tech Leadership: Perspectives from Industry Experts | The Pair Program Ep46 1:07:14

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The Rise of Fractional Tech Leadership: Perspectives from Industry Experts | The Pair Program Ep46 In this insightful episode, we dive into the evolving landscape of fractional tech leadership with two seasoned experts, Dan Maccarone and Matt Walnock. As co-founder of Charming Robot, Dan brings a wealth of experience as a fractional Chief Product O…

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Frontiers: Exploring the World of Data | The Glaciers of Gaming | Beyond The Program 46:20

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Valor in the Workforce: Unlocking Veteran Talent with Headlamp | The Pair Program Ep45 57:39

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Valor in the Workforce: Unlocking Veteran Talent with Headlamp | The Pair Program Ep45 Join us for an inspiring episode as we shine a spotlight on the crucial role of veterans in the workforce and the innovative solutions driving their successful transition into civilian life. Our guests, Steve Chang, founder of Headlamp, and Jeremy Hitchcock, co-f…

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CTO Wisdom with Mike Grushin | Beyond the Program 46:36

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CTO Wisdom with Mike Grushin | Beyond the Program Welcome to CTO Wisdom. In this series, we interview technical leaders who have stepped into executive positions. Today’s guest host, Eric Brooke, speaks with Mike Grushin, Co-founder and CTO at Next League. About today’s guest: Formerly a founding partner of OMNIGON and Chief Product Officer at Infr…

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Overcoming the Valley of Death: Startup Solutions in Government Tech | The Pair Program Ep44 1:11:09

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Overcoming the Valley of Death: Startup Solutions in Government Tech | The Pair Program Ep44 Join us for an insightful exploration into the intricate landscape of government technology modernization, as we delve into the daunting valley of death faced by startups in the defense sector. Our guests, Warren Katz and Col Aneel Alvares, bring unparallel…

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CTO Wisdom with Alexis Smirnov | Beyond the Program 57:33

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CTO Wisdom with Alexis Smirnov | Beyond the Program Welcome to CTO Wisdom. In this series, we interview technical leaders who have stepped into executive positions. Today’s guest host, Eric Brooke, speaks with Alexis Smirnov. Alexis is the CTO of Dialogue, Canada's premier virtual healthcare and wellness platform, providing affordable, on-demand ac…

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Frontline Innovators: Transforming Defense Technology with AFWERX and Second Front Systems | The Pair Program Ep43 54:48

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Frontline Innovators: Transforming Defense Technology with AFWERX and Second Front Systems | The Pair Program Ep43 In this enlightening episode, we explore the groundbreaking work of Second Front Systems and AFWERX – both organizations that are driving technological advancements for our nation's warfighters. Join our guests, Donald 'Chee' Gansberg …

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CTO Wisdom with Sushma Nallapeta | Beyond the Program 47:44

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CTO Wisdom with Sushma Nallapeta | Beyond the Program Welcome to CTO Wisdom. In this series, we interview technical leaders who have stepped into executive positions. Today’s guest host, Eric Brooke, speaks with Sushma Nallapeta, CTO of Trusted Health. About today’s guest: As CTO of Trusted Health, Sue Nallapeta leads an organization of over 100 te…

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Guardians of Innovation: Exploring the Intersection of Military Defense and Tech | The Pair Program Ep42 1:13:16

1y ago1:13:16

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Guardians of Innovation: Exploring the Intersection of Military Defense and Tech | The Pair Program Ep42 In this captivating episode, we delve into the dynamic world of military defense and its profound impact on technological innovation. Join our guests, Sean Leahy and Les Craig, as they share their firsthand experiences and insights gained from t…

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CTO Wisdom with Barnaby Dorfman | Beyond the Program 51:01

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CTO Wisdom with Barnaby Dorfman | Beyond the Program Welcome to CTO Wisdom. In this series, we interview technical leaders who have stepped into executive positions. Today’s guest host, Eric Brooke, speaks with Barnaby, Dorfman, a visionary technology executive with decades of leadership experience in the tech industry. In today’s episode, they dis…

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Driving Government Modernization: Tales from GovTech Innovators | The Pair Program Ep. 41 1:01:47

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Driving Government Modernization: Tales from GovTech Innovators | The Pair Program Ep. 41 In this episode, join our hosts as they engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Rob Murtha, the visionary CEO and Founder of Adjective, and Ken Kato, Vice President of DevSecOps & AI at Omni Federal. Together, they explore the intricate landscape of te…

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CTO Wisdom with David Bachowski | Beyond the Program 38:14

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CTO Wisdom with David Bachowski | Beyond the Program Welcome to CTO Wisdom. In this series, we interview technical leaders who have stepped into executive positions. Today’s guest host, Eric Brooke, speaks with David Bachowski, CTO at Trusted Nurse Staffing where he is defining and executing the vision for all things digital. About today’s guest: D…

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Driving Change: Tackling Military Spouse Unemployment Through Innovation | The Pair Program Ep40 1:00:26

1+ y ago1:00:26

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Driving Change: Tackling Military Spouse Unemployment Through Innovation | The Pair Program Ep40 Join us in this illuminating episode as we explore the groundbreaking partnership between Instant Teams, a mission-driven startup, and Squadra Ventures, a venture capital fund. Liza Rodewald, CEO and Founder of Instant Teams, shares her journey and how …

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Frontiers: Exploring the World of Data | The Dunes of Design | Beyond the Program 57:00

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Frontiers: Exploring the World of Data | The Dunes of Design | Beyond the Program In this episode our guest host, Jazmin Furtado, speaks with Ege Yurdagul, Director of Strategic Planning & Data Analysis at Revival Rugs, to explore how he leverages data to inform and make decisions in the artistic industry of Design. They discuss: How Ege found hims…

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Inside HEAVY.AI’s Startup Journey with Dcode | The Pair Program Ep39 1:01:07

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Inside HEAVY.AI's Startup Journey with Dcode | The Pair Program Ep39 In this episode, we dive into the world of commercial innovation within regulated industries, particularly defense and national security. Our guests, Jon Kondo, CEO of HEAVY.AI, and Rebecca Gevalt, Managing Partner at Dcode Capital, unpack the challenges and opportunities of navig…

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CTO Wisdom with Joel Schlundt | Beyond the Program 38:23

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CTO Wisdom with Joel Schlundt | Beyond the Program Welcome to CTO Wisdom. In this series, we interview technical leaders who have stepped into executive positions. Today’s guest host, Eric Brooke, speaks with Joel Schlundt, CTO at TextUs, a business texting software. In today’s episode, they discuss some of the key learnings from Joel’s career jour…

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How We Hatched: Cam Doody, Co-Founder and General Partner at Brickyard 56:15

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How We Hatched: Cam Doody, Co-Founder and General Partner at Brickyard Dive into the entrepreneurial journey of Cam Doody, Co-founder and General Partner at Brickyard, in this episode of "How We Hatched." Host Tim Winkler delves deep into Cam's experiences during the financial crisis of 2009, which sparked his entrepreneurial spirit. Cam shares ins…

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CTO Wisdom with Asanka Jayasuriya | Beyond the Program 56:50

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CTO Wisdom with Asanka Jayasuriya | Beyond the Program Welcome to CTO Wisdom. In this series, we interview technical leaders who have stepped into executive positions. Today’s guest host, Eric Brooke, speaks with Asanka Jayasuriya, CTO at 8VC, where he works on their Build program, which incubates several new companies a year. In today’s episode, t…

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Beyond Venture Capital: The Bootstrapper’s Blueprint | The Pair Program Ep38 1:32:55

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Beyond Venture Capital: The Bootstrapper's Blueprint | The Pair Program Ep38 Join us for an exciting episode as we dive deep into the world of bootstrapped startups with guests Rand Fishkin, Co-founder of SparkToro & Snackbar Studio, and Liam Martin, Co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer at Time Doctor. These two remarkable founders share their f…

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Frontiers: Exploring the World of Data | The Plains of Electric Power | Beyond the Program 49:33

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Frontiers: Exploring the World of Data | The Plains of Electric Power | Beyond the Program In this episode our guest host, Jazmin Furtado, speaks with Emma Konet, Co-Founder and CTO of Tierra Climate, to learn more about how data is being harnessed to advance the Electric Power Industry. They discuss: How Emma was inspired to get into Energy. The w…

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How We Hatched: Emilie Schario, Co-Founder & CEO of Turbine 1:01:08

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How We Hatched: Emilie Schario, Co-Founder & CEO of Turbine Welcome to another enlightening episode of "How We Hatched." In this edition, our host, Tim Winkler, sits down with Emilie Schario, the CEO and Co-Founder of Turbine, for an engaging discussion on her remarkable startup journey. They Discuss: Emilie’s career journey, from entering the star…

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CTO Wisdom with Bohdan Zabawskij | Beyond the Program 39:41

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CTO Wisdom with Bohdan Zabawskij | Beyond the Program Welcome to CTO Wisdom. In this series, we interview technical leaders who have stepped into executive positions. Today’s guest host, Eric Brooke, speaks with Bohdan Zabawskyj, an experienced CTO and founder of TrueNorthCTO. In today’s episode, they discuss: Bohdans’ career journey through many r…

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The AI Engineer’s Dilemma: Mastery or Versatility? | The Pair Program Ep37 50:55

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The AI Engineer's Dilemma: Mastery or Versatility? | The Pair Program Ep37 Join us in this episode as we dive deep into the world of artificial intelligence through the eyes of two industry leaders. In this episode, we're joined by Maggie Engler, a Technical Staff member at Inflection AI, and Andrew Gamino-Cheong, the CTO and Co-Founder of Trustibl…

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