Joel Beasley | Modern CTO
760 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsModern CTO is the #1 place where technology leaders and CTOs hang out. We live to bring tech leaders value. Listen in on our fun, intelligent and engaging podcast. We hang out with interesting and popular CTOs in Aerospace, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics + Many more industries. All of this, right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast.
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Preview Our New Show; Tech Titans
January 09, 2023 12:15 - 10 minutesToday we’re giving you the first preview of our newest show, Tech Titans. This show features summary episodes of our best leadership advice from Modern CTO. Raghu Hiremagalur, CTO at LinkedIn, joins us in this episode to share his greatest leadership advice on how to set goals that actually achieve success. So let's have a seat with the CTO of Linkedin and TECH TITAN, Raghu Hiremagalur. Check out more about Tech Titans on Spotify, Apple, and iHeart!
The People Behind Modern CTO
January 06, 2023 12:15 - 32 minutesToday we’re bringing you a special episode featuring Joel, Chloe, and Josh from the Modern CTO team! We discuss some of our favorite moments of the show in 2022; the mentality it took to grow ProSeries Media from the ground up; and what’s in store for us in 2023. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast!
Prioritizing the People in IT Business Alignment with Rachel Lockett, CIO at Pohlad Companies
January 04, 2023 05:15 - 53 minutesToday we’re talking to Rachel Lockett, CIO at Pohlad Companies about her book, “The Technology Doesn’t Matter: Prioritizing People in IT Business Alignment.” Normally, Rachel leads IT at a company that provides investment management for commercial real estate, robotics, and automation, automotive, sports, and entertainment industries; but she joins us in this episode to discuss her findings that reveal the nuance behind the gender gap, high turnover rate, and lack of executive involvement fou...
Sales Strategies: It’s In The Details with Frank DeGeorge, CTO at Impact Networking
January 02, 2023 12:15 - 47 minutesToday we’re talking to Frank DeGeorge, CTO at Impact Networking; and we discuss ways to refine sales strategies; why putting in the proper work to your CRM can have a huge ROI; and how you get huge groups of people on the same cultural page within a company. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Frank and Impact Networking at https://www.impactmybiz.com/!
ABM Strategies for 2023 with Alex Southworth, VP, and Manager for D&B Digital, Dun and Bradstreet
December 30, 2022 12:15 - 1 hourToday we’re talking to Alex Southworth, VP, and Manager for D&B Digital, Dun and Bradstreet; and we discuss the essence of account-based marketing; what truly makes a CTO modern; and why having the confidence to pick up the phone can be your biggest ROI. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Alex and Dun & Bradstreet at https://www.dnb.com/!
From Sales to CEO with Bill Burns, Chief Product & Solutions Officer at Zebra Technologies
December 28, 2022 12:15 - 51 minutesToday we’re talking to Bill Burns, Chief Product & Solutions Officer at Zebra Technologies; and we discuss Bill’s journey from sales to CEO; how the on-demand is evolving alongside technology; and why listening to customers first is the key to success. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Bill and Zebra at https://www.zebra.com/us/en.html!
Upworking From Anywhere with Saty Bahadur, CTO at Upwork
December 26, 2022 12:15 - 44 minutesToday we’re talking to Saty Bahadur, CTO at Upwork; and we discuss the revolution of remote freelancing; how the nature of outsourcing work is changing faster than ever; and why workplace culture is determined from the top down. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Saty and Upwork at https://www.upwork.com/!
The Creepy Personalization of AI's with Brad Sousa, CTO at AVI Systems
December 23, 2022 12:15 - 47 minutesToday we’re talking to Brad Sousa, CTO at AVI Systems; and we discuss what determines the “creepy meter” of AI; the phenomenon of AI creating more data than humans; and why radical giving can be the key to your growth as a leader. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Brad and AVI Systems at https://www.avisystems.com/!
Are AI's the Future of Human Interaction? with Michael Manos, CTO at Dun & Bradstreet
December 21, 2022 12:15 - 47 minutesToday we’re talking to Michael Manos, CTO at Dun & Bradstreet; and we discuss why data is becoming increasingly radioactive around the world; whether or not AI will ultimately replace human connection; and the importance of staying glued together by a plan during turbulent times. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Michael and Dun & Bradstreet at https://www.dnb.com/!
Enhancing Your Own Leadership with Dave O’Reilly, COO at CivicPlus
December 19, 2022 12:15 - 42 minutesToday we’re talking to Dave O’Reilly, COO at CivicPlus; and we discuss ways in which technology is being leveraged to empower local government; how raising the bar for your own development enhances leadership quality; and why technology can create trust between government and citizens when it’s implemented properly. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Dave and CivicPlus at http://www.civicplus.com/!
Finding Success in a Remote World with Raymond Velez, Global Chief Technology Officer at Publicis Sapient
December 16, 2022 12:15 - 40 minutesToday we’re talking to Raymond Velez, Global Chief Technology Officer at Publicis Sapient; and we discuss why finding balance as a technology leader is crucial; the reason customers expect personalization and how to deliver on it; and the trend of remote teams that’s allowing them to grow most effectively. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Raymond and Publicis Sapient at https://www.publicissapient.com/!
How to Effectively Manage your Cloud with Ido Neeman, Co-Founder & CEO at Firefly
December 14, 2022 12:15 - 38 minutesToday we’re talking to Ido Neeman, Co-Founder & CEO at Firefly; and we discuss why even the best engineering teams struggle with taking code to the cloud; the utility and advantages of infrastructure as code; and why unmanaged resources and drift may be holding you back in the cloud. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Ido and Firefly at https://www.gofirefly.io/!
The World’s First Battery-Free Sensor with Richard Sawyer, Vice President of Engineering at Everactive
December 12, 2022 12:15 - 22 minutesToday we’re talking to Richard Sawyer, Vice President of Engineering at Everactive; and we discuss what went into creating the world’s first battery-free sensor; how these sensors are being used to measure steam from chocolate factories; and why working at a startup is like drinking from a firehose. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Richard and Everactive at https://everactive.com/! In case you missed it: check out our episode with Mike Freedman,...
What Makes a Great CTO with Dennis Baden, Global Managing Partner, Technology Officers Practice at Heidrick & Struggles
December 09, 2022 11:15 - 44 minutesToday we’re talking to Dennis Baden, Global Managing Partner, Technology Officers Practice at Heidrick & Struggles; and we discuss the soft skills that separate good CTOs from great CTOs; why it’s crucial to open yourself to networking at every stage in your career; and why the lines are being blurred between CIOs and CTOs. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Dennis and Heidrick & Struggles at https://www.heidrick.com/en!
Joel's Life Story, hosted by Cal from Big Questions with Cal Fussman
December 07, 2022 14:00 - 1 hourToday we’re talking to friend of the show Cal Fussman, host of Big Questions with Cal Fussman; and we get to know Joel’s story! We hear about Joel’s experience getting hit by a car as a kid; how he came back from zero several times throughout his career; and the leadership lessons learned from his journey through life so far. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Cal and Big Questions with Cal Fussman at https://www.calfussman.com/podcast!
What's Next For AI & Machine Learning with Santosh Tiwari, AVP of Decision Intelligence at Hexaware
December 05, 2022 14:00 - 36 minutesToday we’re talking to Santosh Tiwari, AVP of Decision Intelligence at Hexaware; and we discuss how to put yourself in a team member’s shoes in a large company; how to apply a data driven approach to critical business decisions; and where AI and machine learning are headed in the marketplace. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Soundar and Hexaware at https://hexaware.com/!
Turning Rage Design Into Culture with David Boskovic, Founder & CEO of Flatfile
December 02, 2022 15:10 - 57 minutesToday we’re talking to David Boskovic, Founder & CEO of Flatfile; and we discuss how the concept of rage design can transform company culture; why CSV files are actually the future of data formatting; and why it’s crucial to distinguish ownership from accountability. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of David and Flatfile at https://flatfile.com/!
How Internal Disruption Can Lead To Success with Brian Dhatt, CTO of BigCommerce
November 30, 2022 05:00 - 37 minutesToday we’re talking to Brian Dhatt, CTO of BigCommerce; and we discuss how to be prepared for a surge in business; why internal disruption is necessary for growth; and how composability is shaking up ecommerce today. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Brian and BigCommerce at https://www.bigcommerce.com/!
Napster CTO, The Evolution of Web3 and Music Streaming Platforms with Brandon Wolf
November 28, 2022 14:00 - 50 minutesToday we’re talking to Brandon Wolf, CTO of Napster; and we discuss how Napster is bringing its disruptive spirit back into the market; the intersection of web3 and music streaming platforms; and the essence of servant leadership. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Brandon and Napster at https://www.napster.com/us!
How Open-Source Turns Into Business with Valentin Vasilyev, Co-Founder & CTO at Fingerprint
November 25, 2022 14:00 - 41 minutesToday we’re talking to Valentin Vasilyev, Co-Founder & CTO at Fingerprint; and we discuss how an open-source tool becomes a full-fledged business; the ways in which browsers are fingerprinted in order to stop fraud; and why unwasted time may be our most important resource. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Valentin and Fingerprint at https://fingerprint.com/
Operating within the AWS Ecosystem with Rahul Subramaniam, CEO, and Founder of CloudFix
November 23, 2022 14:00 - 35 minutesToday we’re talking to Rahul Subramaniam, CEO, and Founder of CloudFix; and we discuss how a tool making simple tweaks in the cloud results in significant savings; the nature of operating in AWS environments; and the strength of positioning a simple product accurately in the market. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Rahul and CloudFix at https://cloudfix.com/!
The Ins and Outs of Machine Learning with Soundar Pandidurai, Data Science Practice Head at Hexaware
November 21, 2022 16:00 - 20 minutesToday we’re talking to Soundar Pandidurai, Data Science Practice Head at Hexaware; and we discuss the ways in which machine learning is being used at scale; how far machine learning has come since its inception; and why machine learning needs to be made clean. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Soundar and Hexaware at https://hexaware.com/!
Salesforce And Their Biggest Asset with Taher Elgamal, CTO of Security at Salesforce
November 21, 2022 14:00 - 44 minutesToday we’re talking to Taher Elgamal, CTO of Security at Salesforce; and we discuss the genesis of SSL; why we should strive towards a passwordless internet; and how we might be able to get the entire world on the internet. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Taher and Salesforce at https://www.salesforce.com/!
Surviving Company Mergers with Nicolaas Matthijs, Vice President Of Product Management at Anthology
November 18, 2022 14:00 - 45 minuteswe’re talking to Nicolaas Matthijs, Vice President Of Product Management at Anthology; and we discuss big takeaways from Nicolaas’s experience in companies merging; how experimentation and video-driven collaboration drives Anthology’s product development ; and where Nicolaas gets inspiration from as a product manager. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Nicolaas and Anthology at https://www.anthology.com/!
The Little Things That Can Maximize Your Income with Bob Stewart, VP of Customer Success and Training at PLACE
November 16, 2022 14:00 - 40 minutesToday we’re talking to Bob Stewart, VP of Customer Success and Training at PLACE; and we discuss the latest technology impacting the real estate industry; how little efficiencies can magnify your income; and Bob’s best tips for reducing customer churn. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Bob and Place at https://place.com/!
What's To Come For Telecom and Network Traffic with Luis Fiallo, Vice President of China Telecom Americas
November 14, 2022 14:00 - 35 minutesToday we’re talking to Luis Fiallo, Vice President of China Telecom Americas; and we discuss how 5G and edge computing is the next generation of telecom; the exponential growth of network traffic that we will see by 2025; and why controlled chaos is necessary for growth in any company. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Luis and China Telecom Americas at https://www.ctamericas.com/!
The Best Way To Prevent Modern Security Breaches with Jasson Casey, CTO at Beyond Identity
November 11, 2022 14:00 - 45 minutesToday we’re talking to Jasson Casey, CTO at Beyond Identity; and we discuss how modern security vulnerabilities make multi-factor authentication a necessity; how baking bread and developing software go hand in hand; and why you don’t always want a human to solve a computer problem. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Jasson and Beyond Identity at https://www.beyondidentity.com/!
The Tech Talent Hub of The World with Gaga Darsalia, Founder & CEO of Redberry
November 09, 2022 14:00 - 49 minutesToday we’re talking to Gaga, Founder & CEO of Redberry; and we discuss why the country of Georgia is becoming a tech talent hub; why developers will fall in love with Laravel; and why genuinely caring for your employees is both fulfilling and pragmatic. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Gaga and Redberry at https://redberry.international/!
The Ubiquity of High-Speed Internet with Dan Watts, COO of Segra
November 07, 2022 14:00 - 37 minutesToday we’re talking to Dan Watts, COO of Segra; and we discuss the ubiquity and impact of high speed connectivity; why voluntarily taking on stress will make you more disciplined; and what the future of telecom looks like. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Dan and Segra at https://www.segra.com/!
The Psychology Of Making Sales with Larry Guy, Senior Instructor and National Training Manager at Allstate Dealer Services
November 04, 2022 13:00 - 46 minutesToday we’re talking to Larry Guy, Senior Instructor and National Training Manager at Allstate Dealer Services; and we discuss implementing education technology to accelerate learning; the psychology of sales; and why it’s crucial to continually question best practices. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Larry and Allstate at https://allstatedealerservices.com/
Discovering Java's Full Potential with Erik Costlow, Senior Director of Product Management at Azul
November 02, 2022 13:00 - 39 minutesToday we’re talking to Erik Costlow, Senior Director of Product Management at Azul; and we discuss the art of being a good product manager; how focusing on Java gave Erik a professional advantage; and how Java is being utilized to its full potential today. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Erik and Azul at https://www.azul.com/!
The AI That Measures Human Emotion with Beni Gradwohl, CEO at Cognovi Labs
October 31, 2022 13:00 - 51 minutesToday we’re talking to Beni Gradwohl, CEO at Cognovi Labs; and we discuss the impact of human emotions on decision making; why only 6 out of 10 people with chronic illness actually fill their prescriptions; and technology that’s deciphering emotion from human communication. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast!
The Art of Work-Life Integration with David DeWolf, President and Chief Executive Officer of 3Pillar Global
October 29, 2022 13:00 - 39 minutesToday we’re talking to David DeWolf, President and Chief Executive Officer of 3Pillar Global; and we discuss the rapid acceleration of technology; the concept of work-life integration instead of balance; and the volatility of the modern day economy. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast!
LinkedIn's Data-Driven Approach with Raghu Hiremagalur, CTO at LinkedIn
October 28, 2022 13:00 - 32 minutesToday we’re talking to Raghu Hiremagalur, CTO at LinkedIn; and we discuss taking opportunities even if you think you’re not ready for them; how LinkedIn is using a data-driven approach to overhaul their infrastructure; and the importance of focusing on your world outside of work. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more about Raghu and Linkedin at https://www.linkedin.com!
How Zero Trust Helps Execute Missions with John Sahlin, Director of Cyber Solutions for the Defense Division at GDIT
October 24, 2022 13:00 - 47 minutesToday we’re talking to John Sahlin, Director of Cyber Solutions for the Defense Division at GDIT; and we discuss how zero trust allows missions to be executed; having a “win or learn” attitude; and how to network with intention. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more about John and GDIT at https://www.gdit.com/!
Exposing Fraud In The Healthcare Space with Dale Clay, CTO at ProviderTrust
October 21, 2022 13:00 - 56 minutesToday we’re talking to Dale Clay, CTO at ProviderTrust; and we discuss the prevalence of medical malpractice; how fraud is exposed in the healthcare space; and why leading others starts with leading yourself. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more about Dale and ProviderTrust at https://www.providertrust.com/!
The Revolution Of Embedded Finance with Kenneth Kunin, SVP, Enterprise Technology Office at FIS
October 19, 2022 13:00 - 31 minutesToday we’re talking to Kenneth Kunin, SVP, Enterprise Technology Office at FIS; and we discuss the revolution of embedded finance; how to upskill a tech team; and why it’s best to vary your career with other disciplines. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Kenneth and FIS at https://www.fisglobal.com/en/!
The Modernization Of Healthcare with Claus T. Jensen, Chief Innovation Officer at Teladoc Health
October 17, 2022 13:00 - 42 minutesToday we’re talking to Claus T. Jensen, Chief Innovation Officer at Teladoc Health; and we discuss the modernization of the healthcare ecosystem; how to healthily disrupt an industry; and why genuine stories impact our perspective in healthcare and beyond. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Claus and Teladoc Health at https://www.teladochealth.com/
The Benefits Of Measuring Brain Activity with Ryan Field, CTO at Kernel
October 14, 2022 13:00 - 38 minutesToday we’re talking to Ryan Field, CTO at Kernel; and we discuss how Kernel Flow is reading signals in the brain; what different substances such as alcohol do to our minds; and how objectively measuring brain activity can inform our subjective human experience. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast!
Implementing Trustworthy AI's with Anthony Scriffignano, SVP and Chief Data Scientist at Dun & Bradstreet
October 12, 2022 13:00 - 52 minutesToday we’re talking to Anthony Scriffignano, SVP and Chief Data Scientist at Dun & Bradstreet; and we discuss the ways in which careers are formed from uncertainty; how to think about and implement trustworthy AI; and how leaders can encourage teams to be their authentic selves. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Anthony and Dun & Bradstreet at https://www.dnb.com/!
How Security Teams Can Become The Hero with Andrew Wright, Director of Strategic Content at Snyk
October 10, 2022 13:00 - 51 minutesToday we’re talking to Andrew Wright, Director of Strategic Content at Snyk; and we discuss how security teams can become the hero; the nature and causes of sophisticated cloud attacks; and how to go about solving culture issues in the workplace. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Check out more of Andrew and Snyk at https://snyk.io/!
Helping Companies Transform Their Networks with Jason Edelman, Founder & CTO of Network to Code
October 07, 2022 13:00 - 40 minutesToday we’re talking to Jason Edelman, Founder & CTO of Network to Code; and we discuss how Jason is using open source projects to drive innovation in their space; why being public about their work brought the company success as a startup; and how the mindset of value-based engineering prevents over-analysis. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast!
The World’s First Smart Contact Lens with Mike Wiemer, VP of Engineering and CTO at Mojo Vision
October 05, 2022 13:00 - 43 minutesToday we’re talking to Mike Wiemer, VP of Engineering and CTO at Mojo Vision; and we discuss how they’ve built the world’s first smart contact lens; why the key to any startup isn’t having solutions but instead identifying a problem; and what the edges of technology tell us about where humans are headed. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast!
#547 The Greatest Risk Hypersonic Missiles Pose with Iain Boyd, Professor of Aerospace Engineering Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder
October 03, 2022 13:00 - 41 minutesToday we’re talking to Iain Boyd, Professor of Aerospace Engineering Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder; and we discuss the Sputnik moment of hypersonics; how hypersonics play a role in defense initiatives around the world; and NASA’s role in supporting the private space industry. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast!
The Philosophy Of Product Led-Growth with Or Weis, CEO & Co-founder of Permit.io
September 30, 2022 13:00 - 46 minutesToday we’re talking to Or Weis, CEO & Co-founder of Permit.io; and we discuss how both empathy for your customers and frustration with a problem leads to great products; the philosophy of product led-growth; and keeping your head above the trenches as a leader. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Learn more about Or and Permit.io at www.permit.io Learn more about Lemon.io (mentioned in this episode) here https://l.lemon.io/moderncto, and check out our episode with L...
Developing Saudi Arabia's megacity: The Line, with Robert Mogielnicki, Senior Resident Scholar at The Arab Gulf States Institute
September 28, 2022 13:00 - 43 minutesToday we’re talking to Robert Mogielnicki, Senior Resident Scholar at The Arab Gulf States Institute in Washington; and we discuss the incredible growth of technology in the middle east; the exciting futuristic city in development known as THE LINE; and how this area of the world is using technology to reduce waste and promote sustainable growth. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast!
The Beginning Of Tech Giants with Steven Levy, Editor at Large at WIRED
September 26, 2022 13:00 - 46 minutesToday we’re talking to Steven Levy, Editor at Large at WIRED; and we discuss Steven’s writing on the beginnings of tech giants such as Facebook and Google; how Mark Zuckerberg’s dream became the Facebook we know today; and why journalism has changed so drastically since Steven started in the late 70s. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast!
The Path To Increasing Your Companies Worth with Adam Fichman, Owner at Lifted Logic
September 23, 2022 13:00 - 35 minutesToday we’re talking to Adam Fichman, Owner at Lifted Logic; and we discuss how Adam used failure as his greatest company-building tool; why chasing happiness isn’t the best way to structure your goals; and how gardening gave Adam a renewed perspective on building a platform. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast!
The Shift to Infrastructure as Code, with Guy Eisenkot, VP of Product & Co-founder of Bridgecrew
September 21, 2022 13:00 - 32 minutesToday we’re talking to Guy Eisenkot, VP of Product & Co-founder of Bridgecrew; and we discuss how Guy’s expertise in world history impacted him as a founder; the industry transition of moving to infrastructure as code; and strategies to master time management. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast!
Educational Technology On A Global Scale, with Bryna Dash, VP of Government and Corporate Sales at Anthology
September 19, 2022 13:00 - 33 minutesToday we’re talking to Bryna Dash, VP of Government and Corporate Sales at Anthology (formerly Blackboard); and we discuss the misconceptions of government as an industry; how educational technology is being utilized in unlikely spaces; and how some of our most important life obstacles are self-created. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast!