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You've Been Heard
Having a seat at the table. Nice. Being heard? Nicer. For decades, IT leaders have been the backbone of defensible business growth, solving problems that could cripple a business often before anyone noticed. We know this world. The late nights. The firefights. The impossible deadlines that somehow got met. IT Professionals don’t just fix. They fortify. They’re the frontline heroes fighting an improbable battle thriving where others break, armed with a resilience the strongest military leaders…
Episodes
You've Been Heard344- How to Build Trust-Based IT Teams by Ian Johnson
Ian Johnson Leading development at Stealth Startup as Head of Engineering, Full stack, Ian Johnson brings decades of experience from fintech to e-commerce. His…
You've Been Heard343- Corporate Espionage: Security Stories from the Trenches by Maximo Bredfeldt
Maximo Bredfeldt Leading technology initiatives at Longship as Chief Information Officer, Maximo Bredfeldt brings 25 years of experience in managed services…
You've Been Heard342- WHAT THE 404 is an AI steering committee!!! And what does it have to do with operation efficiency? by Adam Krob
Adam Krob Leading technology initiatives in the construction industry, Adam Krob brings strategic vision to AI implementation. His approach combines practical…
You've Been Heard341- Transforming Soul Crushing IT into Inspiring Leadership by Peter Seliga
Peter Seliga With 25 years of technology experience, Peter Seliga is transforming soul crushing IT into Inspiring Leadership, he brings deep insights from both…
You've Been Heard340- From Shadow IT to Innovation: Transforming Business Through Technology by Jeff Cann.
Jeff Cann Leading technology initiatives at Encore Electric, Jeff Cann brings a scientific mindset to IT leadership. His approach combines strategic planning…
You've Been Heard339- What fatal mistake haunts successful tech leaders? by Jeff Schmidt
Jeff Schmidt Starting with a crashed DOS system in 1990, Jeff Schmidt has grown through roles in software development, data warehousing, and infrastructure…
You've Been Heard338. When Security and IT Collide: The startup challenge by Paul Knight
Paul Knight Currently serving as VP of Information Technology and CISO at Turntide Technologies, Paul Knight brings 25 years of experience across various IT…
You've Been Heard337- How your IT strategies are suffocating growth? Sarfraz Shaikh’s Journey to growth
Sarfraz Shaikh Starting in marketing communications, Sarfraz Shaikh has spent 14 years at OneMesa, evolving into the Director of IT role. His unique background…
You've Been Heard336- There is no digital transformation only transformers. Fact or fiction?
Mark Ellestad Mark Ellestad serves as Director of IT and Digital Transformation at Moses Lake Industries, a chemical manufacturing company supporting the…
You've Been Heard335- Gavin Megnauth Reveals the Key Skills You Need to Have to Move Up in IT
Gavin Megnauth With a career spanning from British Airways to his current role as CIO at MedPro Staffing, Gavin Megnauth has honed his skills in navigating…
You've Been Heard336- There is no digital transformation only transformers. Fact or fiction?
Mark Ellestad Mark Ellestad serves as Director of IT and Digital Transformation at Moses Lake Industries, a chemical manufacturing company supporting the…
You've Been Heard335- Gavin Megnauth Reveals the Key Skills You Need to Have to Move Up in IT
Gavin Megnauth With a career spanning from British Airways to his current role as CIO at MedPro Staffing, Gavin Megnauth has honed his skills in navigating…
You've Been Heard338- When Security and IT collide: The startup challenge by Paul Knight
Paul Knight Currently serving as VP of Information Technology and CISO at Turntide Technologies, Paul Knight brings 25 years of experience across various IT…
You've Been Heard339- What fatal mistake haunts successful tech leaders? Jeff Schmidt's IT Leadership Journey
Jeff Schmidt Starting with a crashed DOS system in 1990, Jeff Schmidt has grown through roles in software development, data warehousing, and infrastructure…
You've Been Heard339- What fatal mistake haunts successful tech leaders? Jeff Schmidt's IT Leadership Journey
Jeff Schmidt Starting with a crashed DOS system in 1990, Jeff Schmidt has grown through roles in software development, data warehousing, and infrastructure…
You've Been Heard338- When Security and IT collide: The startup challenge with Paul Knight
Paul Knight Currently serving as VP of Information Technology and CISO at Turntide Technologies, Paul Knight brings 25 years of experience across various IT…
You've Been Heard324- (Release Delayed Due to Sensitive Content) From India to Silicon Valley: Butchi Pinnamaraju’s Journey in Global IT Leadership
Butchi Pinnamaraju Butchi Pinnamaraju serves as the Director of IT Supply Chain at BridgeBio, an early-stage pharmaceutical company. With a background in…
You've Been Heard337 - How your IT strategies are suffocating growth by Sarfraz Shaikh
Sarfraz Shaikh Starting in marketing and communications at OneMesa, Sarfraz Shaikh transitioned to IT leadership through initiative and problem-solving. Now…
You've Been Heard336 - Fact or Fiction: There is no digital transformation, only transformers with Insights from Mark Ellestad
Mark Ellestad Mark Ellestad serves as Director of IT and Digital Transformation at Moses Lake Industries, a chemical manufacturing company supporting the…
You've Been Heard335- Key Skills You Need to Have to Move Up in IT With Gavin Megnauth
Gavin Megnauth With a career spanning from British Airways to his current role as CIO at MedPro Staffing, Gavin Megnauth has honed his skills in navigating…
You've Been Heard334-Jacob Jones on Leading IT Through Different Company Sizes
Jacob Jones Jacob Jones serves as Vice President of Information Technology at Sellars, bringing experience from Fortune 500 companies like Foot Locker and…
You've Been Heard333- Optimizing Your Legacy Telecom with Darin Ward: Consolidating Systems, Cutting Costs, and Enabling the Business
Darin Ward With a background in telecom technology and extensive experience in managing PBX systems, Darin Ward brings expertise in navigating the challenges…
You've Been Heard332- Jon Scarpa on IT Leadership Values and Community Building Part 3
Seth Yeack on Relevancy in IT and Connecting with End Users & Future of IT How can IT professionals stay relevant in a rapidly changing tech landscape? In this…
You've Been Heard331- Yash Murali on Leadership in Private Equity and Consumer Tech
Yash Murali Yash Murali is the Chief Technology Officer at Therabody, a leading wellness technology company known for inventing percussive massage therapy…
You've Been Heard330- Jon Scarpa’s Advice for Effective IT Communication and User Experience Part 2
Jon Scarpa Jon Scarpa is the Director of IT at RDAbbott, bringing years of experience in IT leadership and a focus on effective communication and user-centric…
You've Been Heard329- Jon Scarpa on People-First IT Leadership, Building Trust, and Driving Business Value Part 1
Jon Scarpa Jon Scarpa is the Director of IT at RDAbbott, a chemical manufacturing company operating throughout North America. With over 20 years of experience…
You've Been Heard328- From Knife Sharpening to SaaS: Brian Mccarte’s Journey in Transformational IT Leadership & Gen AI
Brian Mccarte Brian Mccarte serves as the Director of Information Technology at Cozzini bro, the nation’s largest knife sharpening rental fiirm. With a…
You've Been Heard327- Thomas Dewar on Mistake-Proofing IT and Understanding Business Needs
Thomas Dewar Thomas Dewar serves as the CIO at Acupath Laboratories. With a background in psychology and self-taught programming skills, Thomas brings a unique…
You've Been Heard326- Thomas Dewar on IT Leadership, Building Trust, Communication, and Problem-Solving Part-1
Thomas Dewar Thomas Dewar has been working in IT since the late 1970s, starting with programming on early home computers. With a background in psychology…
You've Been Heard325- From Cost Center to Strategic Enabler: Jason Conley on CX Technology and AI in Healthcare IT
Jason Conley Jason Conley serves as the Chief Technology Officer and VP of Products and Engineering, bringing extensive experience in telecom and CX technology…
You've Been Heard323- Brad Richardson on Empathetic IT Leadership and Building Team Trust
Brad Richardson Brad Richardson is a consultant, speaker, and community builder with a diverse background that includes a career as an IT director and a…
You've Been Heard322- Trevor StClair on IT Leadership and MSP
Trevor StClair Trevor StClair serves as the Information Technology Manager at Improve Health Clinics, PLLC, overseeing technology operations across multiple…
You've Been Heard321- Eric Scheider on Enterprise Architecture and IT Leadership
Eric Scheider Eric Scheider is an experienced enterprise architect with a background in healthcare IT. He has worked with major organizations like Humana and…
You've Been Heard320- Yousif Asfour on International IT Leadership and Innovation
Yousif Asfour Yousif Asfour serves as the Chief Innovation and Transformation Officer at American University of Beirut. With a background in hardware…
You've Been Heard319- Seth Yeack on Relevancy in IT & Connecting with End Users & Future of IT
Seth Yeack Seth Yeack serves as the IT Manager at Dazpak, a packaging company that produces materials for major brands like Starbucks and McDonald’s. With a…
You've Been Heard318- Building Trust and Developing Talent: Insights from Sean Kelly
Sean Kelly Sean Kelly serves as the Director of Cyber GRC and Data Protection at Highmark Health, a national blended health organization headquartered in…
You've Been Heard317- David Johnson on Training, Development, and the Future of IT
David Johnson Jr David Johnson serves as the IT Manager at OTJ Architects, an award-winning architecture firm with offices throughout the US. With a background…
You've Been Heard316- Jakub Jedrzejczak on Creating Inspiring Environments in IT Leadership
Jakub Jedrzejczak Jakub Jedrzejczak serves as the Director of Information Technology for the Town of Leesburg, Virginia. With 27 years of experience in the IT…
You've Been Heard315- Andy Ivey on Embracing IT as a Utility and Going to War for Your Business
Andy Ivey Andy Ivey serves as CIO at Carollo Engineers, where he leads a team of 47 IT professionals supporting a company of 1500 employees. With over 20 years…
You've Been Heard314- Steven Singer on IT Infrastructure, Security, and the Future of Technology
Steven Singer Steven Singer serves as the CIO at Julius Silvert, Inc and is an adjunct professor of computer science at Rowan University. With a background in…
You've Been Heard313- Drew Griffin on IT Leadership in Logistics & Defining The 5 Pillars of IT Leadership
Drew Griffin As the National Director of IT at National Parcel Logistics, Drew Griffin has overseen the company’s growth from a single warehouse to a national…
You've Been Heard312- Doug Van Beek on IT Unions, Pottery, and Work-Life Balance
Doug Van Beek With a background spanning archaeology and technology, Doug Van Beek now serves as IT Director for AFSCME Council 5 in Minnesota. His diverse…
You've Been Heard311- Securing the Mid-Market: Tom Shock’s Step by Step Approach to Cybersecurity
Tom Shock Tom Shock is a seasoned IT professional with over 15 years of experience modernizing technology environments in mid-market organizations. Currently…
You've Been Heard310- IT Leadership must understand the entire business, not just technology with Pete Self.
Pete Self A former Air Force air traffic controller turned IT security expert, Pete Self brings a unique perspective to his role as VP of Information…
You've Been Heard309- The Power of Relationships in IT Leadership With Adam Noyes
Adam Noyes Adam is a seasoned IT professional with a career that began in 1997 during his eighth-grade year, when he first discovered his passion for…
You've Been Heard308- Brian Gillette Reveals How to Sell IT with Empathy
Brian Gillette A seasoned sales expert and entrepreneur, Brian Gillette is on a mission to transform sales culture through empathy and vulnerability. As the…
You've Been Heard307- Paul Falbe Shares Insights on Long-Term IT Leadership Success
Paul Falbe With over three decades of experience at Cassens Transport, Paul Falbe has guided the IT department through major technological shifts. His…
You've Been Heard306- Brandon Hansen’s Rapport Driven Leadership is Transforming Teams and Lives
Brandon Hansen A passionate advocate for personal growth and leadership development, Brandon Hansen serves as the Director Of IT at Whitaker Construction. His…
You've Been Heard304- Carlos Soriano on Agile, Leadership, and Building Bridges in IT
Carlos Soriano With over a decade of experience leading IT teams across Europe and North America, Carlos Soriano currently serves as Director of IT for…
You've Been Heard303- Brandon Hansen Part 2: IT Leadership, Ownership Culture, and Career Growth
Brandon Hansen Leading IT at an employee-owned company, Brandon Hansen brings a unique perspective to technology leadership. His approach emphasizes empowering…
You've Been Heard302- Chris Zimmerman Reveals How to Navigate Leadership Challenges in IT
Chris Zimmerman With a diverse background spanning community policing and IT, Chris Zimmerman brings a unique perspective to his role as Senior Director of IT…
You've Been Heard301- Eric Johnson on IT Leadership in the Oil and Gas Industry
Eric Johnson With a background in Management Information Systems from the University of Iowa, Eric Johnson has risen through the ranks to lead IT operations at…
You've Been Heard300- ChaChi Gallo on Generac’s IT Transformation and Career Advice for IT Newcomers
ChaChi Gallo With a non-traditional background in IT, ChaChi Gallo has risen through the ranks to lead a global team of 60-70 employees at Generac. His passion…
You've Been Heard299- Sunny Singh Reveals How to Manage 1,200 Users with Just 3 IT Staff
Sunny Singh With a background in telecom sales and a passion for technology, Sunny Singh transitioned into IT, rising through the ranks to manage large-scale…
You've Been Heard298- Don’t Click Here! Mike Brangwynne Talks Cybersecurity Tips and User Training Essentials
Mike (Cyber Mike) Brangwynne Mike Brangwynne, also known as Cyber Mike, is the Director of Technology and Cybersecurity at Wilkins Media. With a background in…
You've Been Heard297- Brandon Hansen on Instilling a Sense of Ownership Part 1: From AOL Days to Modern Challenges
Brandon Hansen Currently a director in IT, Brandon Hanson brings a wealth of experience from his time at AOL and other tech companies. With a background that…
You've Been Heard296- Greg Tsirulnik on Building an IT Culture That Stands Out
Greg Tsirulnik Empowering CIO Greg Tsirulnik is a motivational speaker, coach, and mentor with over 28 years of experience in IT. Known for his work at…
You've Been Heard295- Paul Yater: How to Thrive as Both a CIO and Head of HR
Paul Yater The Chief Information Officer and Head of Human Resources at 84 Lumber, Paul Yater brings a wealth of experience in IT transformation and human…
You've Been Heard294- Jon Anderson’s Journey: From Auto Mechanic to IT Pro
Jon Anderson Currently serving as Senior IT Manager at Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Jon Anderson has a unique background as an auto mechanic before switching to the…
You've Been Heard293- Ari Harrison on Microsoft Licensing Chaos and Streamlining IT Operations
Ari Harrison Currently serving as Director of IT at BAMCO, Ari Harrison leads the company’s technological strategies and remote work solutions. With a robust…