Best Dynatrace Podcasts (2025)

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#20 Dynatrace Gen 3: Letting AI Redefine What’s Possible in IT 20:28

5d ago20:28

20:28

Dynatrace just changed the game. 🚀 I wasn’t even planning this episode—I’m in the middle of my series on the Dynatrace Platform—but last week, Dynatrace dropped a huge nugget: Gen 3 is here, and AI is at the forefront. I couldn’t wait to break down what this means for IT teams and share real-world examples of how AI is transforming what’s possible.…

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#19 No Capes Required: How Kroger’s Captain America Team Got Superpowers 24:32

17d ago24:32

24:32

What do you get when you combine 16 monitoring tools, constant war room calls, and app chaos? For Kroger, it was a nightmare—until they flipped the script with Dynatrace. In this episode of Thriving in Ambiguity, I walk you through Kroger’s real-world transformation, featuring insights from Jay Cotton, their lead performance engineer. You’ll hear h…

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#18 Get Your Team Back on Track – How AI and Dynatrace Restore Control to IT 14:32

1M ago14:32

14:32

Welcome to Thriving in Ambiguity, the podcast where we break down complex tech—ideally without losing our minds. In this first episode of our Dynatrace series, I’m diving into Infrastructure Observability, the foundation of proactive IT operations. And we’re starting with a real-world nightmare: TD Bank, a $1.4 trillion financial institution, found…

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#17 Observability 101: Why Your IT Tools Are Failing You - And What to Do About It 19:34

2M ago19:34

19:34

Welcome to Episode #17 of Thriving in Ambiguity — the podcast where we cut through the chaos of modern tech without losing our minds. This week, we’re talking observability — not the buzzword version, but the real deal. From my days in the war room to what I’ve learned working with state agencies, Fortune 100s, and SaaS-heavy stacks, I’m breaking d…

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Pivot and make it work: A Product Marketing Manager's story of reinvention, passion projects, and impact at Dynatrace 9:16

2M ago9:16

9:16

Kosai Estowani is a Senior Product Marketing Manager on our competitive intelligence team and drives several valuable passion projects, including leading a Dynaspace for People of Color, at Dynatrace. In this episode, he talks about his path from studying criminal justice to pursuing a career in tech. He shares how career pivots and great leaders h…

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#16 The Secret Tech Behind Iron Man? Uncovering the Dynatrace - J.A.R.V.I.S. Connection 11:11

2M ago11:11

11:11

Welcome back to Thriving in Ambiguity, the podcast where we break down the complexities of technology — ideally without losing our minds. In this episode, we dive into a story you definitely haven’t heard before: the secret link between Stark Industries, the rise of J.A.R.V.I.S., and the unexpected tech platform that made it all possible — Dynatrac…

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#15 Crazy IT Stories - Porn Loopholes, Laptop Scandals & Surveillance Secrets! 23:22

2M ago23:22

23:22

Welcome to Thriving in Ambiguity, the podcast where we unpack the complexities of technology—ideally without losing our minds. In our new series, Anonymous or Not: Crazy Stories in IT, veteran tech leader Steve Mancini shares jaw-dropping, hilarious, and sometimes uncomfortable real-world stories from over 20 years in IT. From bizarre security loop…

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#14 2025 NASCIO Recap: What’s Working, What’s Not, and What’s Next for State CIOs 21:34

3M ago21:34

21:34

Just returned from the NASCIO 2025 Mid-Year Conference in Philadelphia, and there’s a lot to unpack. In this episode of Thriving in Ambiguity, I delve into the key takeaways from the event, shedding light on the evolving landscape of state IT leadership. Key Highlights: Cybersecurity remains the top priority for state CIOs, marking its 12th consecu…

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What makes 10+ years at a company worth it: A Solution Engineer on growth, impact, product evolution, and founders on a team 15:00

3M ago15:00

15:00

In this episode, I talk with Brian Chandler, a Principal Solution Engineer who’s been on Dynatrace's team for over 10 years. Brian shares a sneak peek into this role and what keeps him here (spoiler: one of the reasons is our founding team that has never left and kept innovating the product since 2005). He also shares how he started fresh out of co…

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Ep. 11 - Tech Sessions - Google Cloud Next '25 Recap: Cloud and AI Innovation 45:24

3M ago45:24

45:24

Opening Summary In this episode, Jeff Dickman (Senior Director of Cloud at e360) and Roy Douber (Principal Architect, Observability, e360) dive deep into the major announcements from Google Cloud Next ‘25. From Unified Security to cutting-edge AI agent ecosystems, this episode is packed with insight into how Google is pushing the envelope on cloud,…

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#13 Tragedy at School - True Story: What We Got Wrong and What You Must Get Right 14:36

3M ago14:36

14:36

A tragedy no school ever expects — and the hard lessons we learned too late. In this episode of Thriving in Ambiguity, I share the real story behind a crisis at Howard High School that changed everything. As the IT Director at the time, I thought we were ready. We weren’t. And today, I’m revealing what we got wrong — and what you must get right bef…

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#12 Move Fast or Die Slow: How AI Is Coming for Complacent Companies 1:05:28

4M ago1:05:28

1:05:28

AI isn’t just disrupting industries—it’s coming for companies that move too slow. In this no-fluff episode of Thriving in Ambiguity, I sit down with AI strategist and keynote speaker Chris Carr to pull back the curtain on what’s really happening behind the scenes with generative AI. Spoiler: it’s not a “someday” problem. It’s a right now problem. H…

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#11 Shadow AI: The Hidden Threat No One Is Talking About (Yet) 17:06

4M ago17:06

17:06

🚨 Shadow AI is here—and it’s not just a buzzword. Employees are bypassing IT to use generative AI tools in secret, often exposing sensitive data in the process. In this episode of Thriving in Ambiguity, Steve Mancini breaks down what Shadow AI is, why it’s exploding, and what organizations can do to get ahead of it. 👉 Featuring insights from AI str…

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Critical people skills in a tech company: a talent development specialist on her career and peer-to-peer learning at Dynatrace 11:52

4M ago11:52

11:52

Sometimes, not having a plan leads to the best places. That's how my guest, Viktoria Hubner, found talent development. Studying communication science, she thought it might lead her to be a writer or a journalist one day, but after some professional exploration, she pivoted to talent development. At Dynatrace, she is designing educational programs t…

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#10 LEADING PUBLIC SECTOR IT: LESSONS FROM THE INSIDE WITH FORMER PA DEPUTY CIO JASON HEBBE 43:19

4M ago43:19

43:19

In Episode 10 of Thriving in Ambiguity, I sit down with Jason Hebbe, former Deputy CIO for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, to talk shop about what it really takes to lead IT in state government. We cover everything from: Multi-cloud strategies that actually work How to rein in rogue tools across agencies Why partnerships fail (and how to fix them…

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#9 - Mike Shelborn Inside Zerto on Resilient IT for State & Local Government 37:19

4M ago37:19

37:19

In this episode of Thriving in Ambiguity, I sit down with Mike Shelborn from HPE’s Zerto team to talk about how state and local government agencies can radically rethink disaster recovery and ransomware resilience. We break down: ✅ Why traditional backup isn’t cutting it anymore ✅ What Continuous Data Protection (CDP) actually means ✅ How Zerto hel…

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#8 - What is Agentic AI? From Annoying Assistants to Autonomous Action 5:49

4M ago5:49

5:49

We all know Siri kinda sucks—but what if your AI could actually get things done for you, without even asking? That’s the promise of agentic AI, and it’s not sci-fi anymore. In this episode of Thriving in Ambiguity, host Steve Mancini breaks down how agentic AI takes things to the next level—planning, reasoning, and acting autonomously. From NVIDIA’…

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At the forefront of observability, AI, and security: why Perform is a must-attend event through the eyes of our VP of Growth Marketing 12:05

5M ago12:05

12:05

This is a bonus episode of Real Talks, and it's all about Perform. Perform isn't just a conference held by Dynatrace in Las Vegas every year—it's where innovation in observability & security, customers' success, and community come to light. I sit down with Michelle Vaughan, VP of Growth Marketing, to unpack her impressions and takeaways from this y…

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EP. 10 - Tech-Sessions - 2025 Enterprise Browser Masterclass 43:21

5M ago43:21

43:21

Enterprise browsers are transforming how organizations approach security and user experience. In this episode of Tech Sessions, Al Solorzano (VP of Digital Workplace, e360) and Jon Via (Principal Architect, e360) dive deep into enterprise browser technology and its impact on modern workplace solutions. Topics Covered: - What is an enterprise browse…

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#7 - Maximizing Your Virtual Environment with HPE Private Cloud Business Edition 15:40

5M ago15:40

15:40

Join Steve Mancini on Thriving in Ambiguity as he breaks down how HPE Private Cloud Business Edition (PCBE) and HPE VM Essentials can simplify your VMware environment—or even replace it. Discover how HPE’s disaggregated hardware design lowers licensing costs, and see why the GreenLake Cloud Console is a game-changer for unified management across ne…

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Risk-taking, creativity, and seven calendars: How a Customer Success leader navigates career, growth, and motherhood 19:03

5M ago19:03

19:03

How do you balance leading a team of 12, pursuing studies, and being a parent—all at once? In this episode of Real Talks, Lauren McMichael, Sr. Manager in Customer Success, shares her journey and the tips she’s collected along the way. Before joining a Customer Success team at Dynatrace five years ago, Lauren worked in various marketing and sales r…

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#6 – Mac Avancena on Leading Government IT: Modernization, AI & Leadership Strategies 1:05:20

5M ago1:05:20

1:05:20

Being a CIO can be a lonely job, but strong partnerships, a data-driven mindset, and a clear vision are essential for success—especially in the public sector. In this episode of Thriving in Ambiguity, I sit down with Mac Avancena, a seasoned IT leader with over 25 years of experience in technology transformation, operations, and innovation. We dive…

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#5 - Exploring the Four Realms of Artificial Intelligence and the Rise of Private Cloud 11:50

5M ago11:50

11:50

Join me, Steve Mancini, on this episode of Thriving in Ambiguity as we dive into the evolving landscape of Artificial Intelligence—covering Perception AI, Generative AI, Agentic AI, and Physical AI. Discover how these four distinct categories intertwine and learn why some businesses choose to host their own private cloud for AI workloads. Plus, hea…

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#4 - Break Free from VMWare with HPE VM Essentials 11:45

5M ago11:45

11:45

In this episode of Thriving in Ambiguity, we explore HPE VM Essentials—a new, cost-effective virtualization alternative built on KVM. With VMware’s recent licensing changes causing sticker shock, Host Steve Mancini highlights how VM Essentials integrates seamlessly with HPE infrastructure (like Alletra MP) and offers a simpler, more flexible path f…

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#3 – Dan Hercules Demos HPE's Alletra MP B10000 Storage Appliance 33:18

5M ago33:18

33:18

In this episode of Thriving in Ambiguity, host Steve Mancini teams up with Solutions Architect Dan Hercules for a live demonstration of HPE Alletra MP. You’ll see how features like AI-driven intent-based provisioning, real-time analytics, and data protection capabilities come together in a sleek, easy-to-manage package. Learn how Alletra MP’s disag…

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#2 - HPE Alletra MP Storage Appliance Deep Dive & Software Features 28:18

5M ago28:18

28:18

In Episode 2 of Thriving in Ambiguity, host Steve Mancini takes a deep dive into HPE Alletra MP’s advanced features, exploring how software-driven innovations like deduplication, compression, and AI-based intent provisioning are transforming modern storage environments. Steve explains how Peer Persistence ensures seamless disaster recovery, while t…

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#1 - HPE Alletra MP Storage Appliance Overview 10:19

5M ago10:19

10:19

In this first episode, we’re kicking off a mini-series on HPE Alletra MP Storage—a cutting-edge platform combining HPE’s rich storage heritage with modern, software-defined, disaggregated architecture. We’ll explore how Alletra MP revolutionizes storage with: Always-On Availability backed by a 100% uptime guarantee. Disaggregated Scale-Out Architec…

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Ep. 9 - Tech Sessions - Dynatrace Perform 2025 Recap with Observability Experts 25:54

5M ago25:54

25:54

Dive into Dynatrace Perform 2025 with e360's Barry Hen (Field CTO) and Roy Douber (Sr. DevOps Expert and Observability Lead) as they break down the most exciting announcements and innovations from this year's conference. Learn how Dynatrace is revolutionizing observability with AI-powered enhancements, predictive analytics, and comprehensive platfo…

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The Journey to 80,000 Users: The Dynatrace Community growth, the leader behind it, and her career lessons 11:12

7M ago11:12

11:12

Karolina Linda is the Software Development Director and Organizational Lead in Gdańsk, Poland. She takes us behind the scenes of the incredible transformation of the Dynatrace Community—from a single Q&A forum to an community with 18 topic-focused forums, 5 engagement programs, and over 80,000 users worldwide. Karolina shares her unique career jour…

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Best Bits from Season 3 and People & Culture Reflections + Holiday message from my guests 10:22

8M ago10:22

10:22

The power of belonging, Employer Value Proposition, defining career moments, and lessons on leading with trust and support—these themes made my final podcast season of 2024 truly special. In this episode, I look back and reflect on the best bits from my conversations with inspiring guests. As the year comes to a close, many of us pause to reflect. …

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Becoming a Product Lead: lessons on career, growth, and innovation from 10 years in observability space 9:15

8M ago9:15

9:15

Thorsten Roth, now a Product Lead at Dynatrace, began his journey as a Technical Product Manager in 2013. Over the past decade, collaboration has been the keystone of his growth—whether through clear communication, building strong relationships, or leveraging his sharp technical expertise at the core of Dynatrace Platform. In this episode, Thorsten…

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Passion into impact: Bridging gender gaps in tech 9:14

9M ago9:14

9:14

Ema Franklin is a Senior Field Marketing Manager at Dynatrace and a driving force behind our Dynatrace partnership with the Her Tech Circle community across Australia and New Zealand. Ema’s journey with this community began more than six years ago when she wanted to change her career path. Through many events and programs, the community has helped …

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Ep. 8: Maximizing Efficiency: Cost Optimization through SQL Server Re-architecture on Google Cloud 42:31

10M ago42:31

42:31

In this episode of the Tech Sessions podcast, host Jeff Dickman sits down with Roy Douber, Senior Director of DevOps and Architecture at e360, to discuss SQL migrations, cost optimization, and performance improvements through SQL Server re-architecture on Google Cloud. Discover how e360 tackles large-scale SQL environments to deliver significant co…

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The Challenge of Growth: The idea of transitioning from Technical Expert to People Leader 12:08

10M ago12:08

12:08

From Idea to Game-Changing Impact at Dynatrace–with this topic in mind for Season 3, I’ll be bringing you conversations with passionate experts and leaders at Dynatrace who dream big, tackle challenges, and drive impactful change. In this episode, I talk with Kristof Randers, who has always sought out new challenges. This led him to transition into…

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Ep. 7 Observability Masterclass with Roy Douber: Proactive IT Solutions for 2025 35:09

11M ago35:09

35:09

In this episode of the Tech Sessions podcast, Kevin Kohn, VP of Cloud Services at e360, is joined by observability expert and Sr. DevOps Architect at e360 Roy Douber for an in-depth discussion on why observability is not just a product, but a culture. Together, they break down how observability helps avoid outages, improves code quality, and optimi…

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Ep. 6 Unlocking the Power of Citrix Observability for VDI Success 24:28

11M ago24:28

24:28

Do you receive complaints about poor Citrix VDI performance? In this episode of Tech Sessions, e360’s VP of Digital Workplace, Al Solorzano, and Principal Architect, Patrick O’Brien, dive into the differences between basic monitoring and full observability for Citrix environments. They discuss how leveraging Citrix Analytics can transform end-user …

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Ep. 5 Nutanix GPT in a Box: The Resilient AI Data Platform 32:04

1y ago32:04

32:04

In this episode of the Tech Sessions podcast, host Art Jannicelli welcomes Matt Baran, Senior Channel Systems Engineer at Nutanix. The discussion focuses on the current scenarios of artificial intelligence (AI) and how organizations can effectively integrate AI into their operations using Nutanix's GPT in a Box solution. The episode covers key chal…

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Bonus EP | The mindset of mentorship with Rafi Katanasho 14:01

1y ago14:01

14:01

That’s our second conversation with Rafi, VP of Solution Engineering at Dynatrace. In the previous one, we explored the essentials of leadership. However, during the recording of that episode, our talk gravitated toward our second shared passion for mentorship. This bonus episode captures the part of our conversation where we dive into mentorship a…

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Ep. 4 - Tech Sessions - Navigating IT in a World Where Broadcom Owns VMware 26:17

1y ago26:17

26:17

In this episode of the tech session podcast, 'Modern Infrastructure edition', hosted by Christian Rolland, SVP of the modern infrastructure group at e360, and guest Devon Arsenault, a Principal Architect at e360, the discussion focuses on the significant shifts within the IT landscape following Broadcom's acquisition of VMware in 2023. The podcast …

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Ep. 3 Google Cloud Next ‘24 Recap with e360 Cloud and AI Experts 22:22

1y ago22:22

22:22

In this episode of the Tech Sessions podcast, e360's Kevin Kohn, alongside Jeff Dickman and AI expert Josh Thornes, discuss the key announcements and insights from Google Next 24, focusing on advancements in AI, cloud technology, and their implications for developers and architects. Highlights include the introduction of Gemini Code Assist, enhanci…

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Ep. 2: The Borderless Office: Crafting a Resilient, Anywhere Digital Workplace 50:23

1y ago50:23

50:23

This podcast episode, hosted by Al Solorzano, VP of Digital Workplace at e360, and co-host Patrick O'Brien, principal architect at e360, delves into the importance of a Digital Workplace strategy for organizations. The discussion covers the definition and components of a Digital Workplace, emphasizing its relevance for enhancing user experience and…

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#8 The power of diverse thinking in successful teams with Nishant Rama 11:23

1+ y ago11:23

11:23

As a Director of Solution Engineers with a decade-long career at Dynatrace, Nish is a big believer in the power of diversity of opinions, ideas, and thoughts in successful teams. In this episode, you'll hear: How diversity of minds helps build a strong team What you as a team leader can do to forge it Why and how everyone should seek out feedback H…

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Ep. 1 - Technology Sessions: Cloud Governance Masterclass 43:39

1+ y ago43:39

43:39

This episode into the essential aspects of optimizing cloud governance and cost management. Discussions revolve around aligning governance with business goals, establishing central control through Cloud Center of Excellence, emphasizing the importance of tagging for resource management, and leveraging automation and AI for efficiency. It also touch…

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#7 Leadership essentials with Rafi Katanasho 9:06

1+ y ago9:06

9:06

As a Vice President of Solution Engineering, Rafi has firsthand experience leading teams in an ever-evolving industry. For him, leadership is about passion for people, helping them to walk towards the vision of the company, and acting with integrity towards customers and the team. Get ready to explore Rafi's insights on leadership and what it means…

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#6 How to stay agile in today’s fast-paced world with Jelena Vucinic 9:33

1+ y ago9:33

9:33

🎙️ Dive into the agile universe with our guest Jelena Vucinic, who is not only an Agile Coach by heart but also passionate about empowering women in tech. Get inspiration and practical advice on staying agile in today’s fast-paced world. In this episode, you’ll uncover: How Jelena offers tech teams a view from the outside in. Her secret power and t…

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#5 Navigating career growth with Stephen Hull 12:44

1+ y ago12:44

12:44

Prepare to be inspired by Stephen Hull's professional growth journey, which began as a Junior and led him to the prestigious role of Vice President. Discover tips for career advancement at every stage, insights into overcoming challenges from Stephen's personal experiences, and how to balance a high-powered career with a family of six kids. Don't m…

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#4 Building a fanbase through community engagement and advocacy with Andreas Grabner 11:14

2y ago11:14

11:14

Unlock the secrets of building a fan base that not just listens, but also advocates for your product and/or company. Get ready to be inspired and learn life-changing advocacy strategies from Andreas (Andi) Grabner. Andi is making waves on the world’s biggest stages as an advocate for Dynatrace and successfully built a community. Tune in to hear abo…

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#3 The power of purpose in your career with John Rocker 11:50

2y ago11:50

11:50

In this episode, Sue Quackenbush sits down with John Rocker who is Director of Social Media at Dynatrace. John talks about how finding purpose for his work has helped him go from his first days at Dynatrace to big moments like launching an Employee Advocacy Program and even being part of the company going public in New York. He also gives tips on h…

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#2 Why you should follow your inner passion with Suraj Pandey 9:18

2y ago9:18

9:18

In this episode, Sue Quackenbush talks with Suraj Pandey, Principal Solutions Engineer based in Melbourne. Suraj shares how hobbies such as sports enrich different facets of his life, and how everyone can unleash their inner passions. He also talks about the big impact of continuously trying new things, even if they seem a bit unfamiliar at first. …

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#1 How role models can impact your life with Tatiana Gottlib 8:31

2y ago8:31

8:31

In this episode, Tatiana shares her experience of how role models impacted her career, challenges she encountered on the way, and tips to find your own role models at Dynatrace. Learn how the open-minded culture at Dynatrace supports and enables easy access to role models. Episode links: Sue Quackenbush's LinkedIn Tatiana Gottlib's LinkedIn Discove…

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