Modern CTO

Today we’re talking to Tim Urban, the Co-Founder and writer at WaitButWhy. And we discuss how to tackle writing about huge topics like the Fermi Paradox. What it’s been like for Tim working with Elon Musk to write about Tesla, SpaceX and Neuralink, and imagining what the future may hold for humanity. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! To learn more and check out Tim's writing, go to https://waitbutwhy.com

Today we’re talking to Edith Harbaugh, the Co-Founder and CEO at LaunchDarkly. And we discuss how utilizing feature flags enables developers to deploy more often and with less stress. How LaunchDarkly can drop the mean time to remediate bugs down to seconds, and how to establish a culture of autonomy. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! To learn more about LaunchDarkly, check them out at https://launchdarkly.com

Today we’re talking to Rohan Amin, the CIO of Chase at JP Morgan Chase. And we discuss the cool tech behind running the largest bank in the United States. How Chase has been hiring a diverse set of engineers from coding bootcamps rather than traditional four-year degrees, and JP Morgan Chase’s strategy for keeping all 12,000+ employees on the same page. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! To learn more about JP Morgan Chase, check them out at https://www.jpmorganchase.com

Today we’re talking to Dr. Selva Selvaratnam, CEO at OpSec Security. And we discuss how OpSec is able to leverage massive amounts of data to protect brands from bad actors. Benefits of being vertically integrated, and encouraging an open culture of communication. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! To learn more about OpSec Security, check them out at https://www.opsecsecurity.com

Today we’re talking to Derek Roberti, the VP of Technology at Cognigy. And we discuss Cognigy’s advanced conversational automation. The future of Natural Language Understanding AI, and how to motivate your team with what they’re passionate about. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! To learn more about Cognigy, check them out at https://www.cognigy.com

Today we’re talking to Steven Davis, the VP of Engineering at Innodata. And we discuss how Innodata enables data scientists to spend more time on data analysis rather than data extraction. Avoiding bias and echo chambers in AI, and tips for meeting the needs of a diverse team as a manager. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! To learn more about Innodata, check them out at https://innodata.com

Today we’re talking to Mike Hustler, the CTO of AppNeta. And we discuss how to create a culture of trust, performance, and transparency. AppNeta’s advanced network monitoring solutions, and how AppNeta has been able to give employees every other Friday off with no loss in productivity. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! To learn more about AppNeta, you can check them out at https://www.appneta.com

Today we’re talking to Biju Shoolapani, the Global Leader of Digital Core Transformation at Hexaware. And we discuss the process of Optimization, Modernization, and Transformation of a business. Building empathy in engineers by having them think like consultants, and the importance of leading with example as a leader. All of this, right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Hexaware, you can check them out at https://hexaware.com

Today we’re talking to Shiven Ramji, the Chief Product Officer at Auth0. And we discuss tips for taking your career to a new industry. How Auth0 keeps their engineers close to the customers, and the obstacles we will need to overcome to reach a passwordless future. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! To learn more about Auth0, you can check them out at https://auth0.com

Today we’re talking to Eric Newcomer, the CTO at WSO2. And we discuss how to get comfortable being uncomfortable. How WSO2’s Choreo platform makes cloud integration easy, and the history of the cloud from invention to today. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about WSO2, check them out at https://wso2.com

Today we have Mike Anderson, Founder/CTO of Tealium and past podcast guest, hosting Andre Fuetsch, the CTO of AT&T and President of AT&T Labs. And they discuss the future of wireless network technology, how we are moving towards a world where everything with a power source will have connectivity, and the benefits of being a patent-minded technologist. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! Check out AT&T's recent innovations at https://about.att.com/sites/labs_research Check out Mike's company Tealium at https://tealium.com

Today we’re talking to Ryan Westwood, the Co-Founder and CEO of Simplus. And we discuss how to lead with example to reinforce the values of your company. How to find success as an entrepreneur by mastering your niche, and best practices for mergers and acquisitions that Ryan has learned from experience. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! To learn more about Simplus, check them out at https://www.simplus.com

Today we’re talking to Jonathan Cutrell, Host of the Developer Tea Podcast, and Director of Technology at PBS. And we discuss how resisting failure is akin to resisting reality. Differences in how you plan at a larger organization vs at a startup, and being comfortable recognizing the fluidity of your passions in life. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast!

Today we’re talking to Vyacheslav Vanyulin, the CEO of Auriga. And we discuss how outsourcing developers has become more mainstream in the wake of COVID-19. How Auriga allows their engineers to easily change projects to keep things fresh, and why passionate engineers build better products. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! For more on Auriga, check them out at https://auriga.com/

Today we’re talking to James Bourke, Director of Firm Technology at Withum. And we discuss how incredibly important relationships are in your professional life. Tips for keeping things fresh in your career, and how remote work has always been inevitable. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! For more on Withum, check them out at https://www.withum.com

Today we’re talking to Zane Bond, Director of Product Management at Keeper Security. And we discuss Keeper’s “Zero Knowledge” password management technology. How having better security doesn’t necessarily mean compromising ease of use, and tips for changing your career path to keep it exciting. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! For more on Keeper Security, check them out at https://www.keepersecurity.com/

Today we’re talking to Colleen Berube, the CIO at Zendesk. And we discuss how CTOs and CIOs can be focusing more on customer experience. Why you should provide employees with as much context about the organization as possible, and how creating a great experience for your employees will create a great experience for customers down the line. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! For more on Zendesk, visit them at https://www.zendesk.com/

Today we’re talking to Dylan Etkin, the Founder and CEO at Sleuth. And we discuss the challenges of creating developer tools that satisfy both developers and managers. Lessons learned on setting clear expectations as a leader, and tips for facilitating strong two-way communication with your direct reports. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! For more on Sleuth, check them out at https://www.sleuth.io/

Today we’re talking to Matt Mobley, the CTO at Merkle. And we discuss why your company’s technology should always be outcome-driven. How to deliver personalized ad experiences while still respecting user privacy, and making sure to align culture during mergers and acquisitions. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! For more on Merkle, visit them at https://www.merkleinc.com/

Today we’re talking to John Bellone, the CTO of SS&C Health. And we discuss how SS&C Health is enabling pharmacies to better serve their customers. The future of personal data privacy in healthcare, and creating a company culture where everyone feels comfortable openly sharing their thoughts and ideas. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! To learn more about SS&C Health, check them out at https://health.ssctech.com

Today we’re talking to Colin Copeland, the CTO of Caktus Group. And we discuss giving back to the community with civic hacking and custom software development. The power of building the right team around you, and how working at a custom software development firm always stays interesting with new challenges. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! To learn more about Caktus Group, check them out at https://www.caktusgroup.com/ Hello my friends, you’ve probably heard my voice on the episode intros by now, and soon you’ll be hearing a lot more of me. My name is Adam, I’m the executive producer of the podcast, and I’m going to be hosting a lot the episodes coming up along with some other special guest hosts for the MODERN CTO SUMMER TAKEOVER

Today we’re talking to Brett, the CIO at Sunrise Banks. And we discuss how Sunrise puts social responsibility at the forefront of their business practices. How Sunrise has aggressively applied technology to meet the challenges of the past year, and how we can be more intentional in our communications at work. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! To learn more about Sunrise Banks, check them out at https://sunrisebanks.com/

Today we’re talking to Will, the Co-Founder and CTO at Virtru. And we discuss how Virtru allows you to keep control over who has access to your data after you send it away. How Will holds over 25 patents, and how we can keep AI explainable and keep bias out of AI going forward. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! To learn more about Virtru, check them out at https://www.virtru.com/

Today we’re talking to Dan, the founder of the TLDR Newsletter. And we discuss some of the most interesting moments from both the TLDR Newsletter and the ModernCTO Podcast. Speculating on whether or not the next Tesla will fly, mind-controlled flamethrowers, ransomware attacks, and more! All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! To learn more about TLDR, check them out at https://tldr.tech/

Today we’re talking to Ken, the CTO and COO at Omatic. And we discuss how Omatic is empowering nonprofit organizations with world-class technology. Why companies are leading with their mission and culture when competing for the best new recruits, and learning to let go of how something gets done to focus on the outcome. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! To learn more about Omatic, check them out at https://omaticsoftware.com/

Today we’re talking to Don, the Co-Founder of ITProTV, and CTO of ACI Learning. And we discuss how ITProTV has been reimagining online IT education. Why it’s important that people are comfortable making mistakes, and how to train your leaders to become mentors. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! To learn more about ITProTV, check them out at: https://www.itpro.tv

Today we’re talking to Craig, the Co-Founder and CTO at Keeper Security. And we discuss how cybersecurity starts with password security. Keeper Security’s advanced password security tooling, and how learning to delegate has been Craig’s key to success as a leader. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! To learn more about Keeper Security, check them out at https://www.keepersecurity.com

Today we’re talking to Rob, the Senior Vice President of Platform at Virtru. And we discuss how Virtru empowers people to have control over who has access to their data. How it’s becoming possible to offer better user experiences without compromising security, and reclaiming the ideals of data sovereignty and true ownership. All of this, right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Virtru, check them out at https://www.virtru.com

Today we are talking to Syed, the VP of Product Management and Marketing at Brinqa. And we discuss why it’s challenging to create a one-size-fits-all tool that fixes every problem. How Brinqa utilizes knowledge graphs in their cybersecurity tools, and why technology should always be built with people in mind. All of this, right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Brinqa, check them out at https://www.brinqa.com

Today we’re talking to Ivana, the COO of Intelligent Medical Objects. And we discuss how IMO helps healthcare providers have clean and useful data. Tips for working through self-doubt in your career, and why having a culture of radical candor helps to move a company forward. All of this, right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Intelligent Medical Objects, check them out at https://www.imohealth.com

Today we are talking to Benny Wong, the CTO at Spin. And we discuss how Spin has utilized Toptal to hire engineers during periods of massive growth. The advanced custom scooter Spin has been developing, and their plans to transition from a scooter sharing company to an end-to-end mobility company. All of this, right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Spin, check them out at https://www.spin.app To learn more about Toptal, check them out at https://www.toptal.com

Today we are talking to Josh Goldman, the Co-Founder and CTO at KoBold Metals. And we discuss how KoBold is discovering the raw materials we need to fully transition the world to electric vehicles. The technology behind different approaches for mineral exploration, and how they are maintaining ethical business integrity while exploring and creating new mines. All of this, right here, right now on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about KoBold Metals, check them out at https://www.koboldmetals.com

Today we are talking to Greg, the CTO at JumpCloud. And we discuss why Greg places more importance on an employee’s critical thinking and collaboration skills than their aptitude for a specific tool. How JumpCloud has scaled to 300+ employees without ever making an outbound sales call, and the three different archetypes of entrepreneurial thinking. All of this, right here, right now on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about JumpCloud, check them out at https://jumpcloud.com

Today we are talking to Yoni Eini, the CTO at Upsolver. And we discuss how being customer-driven has been his key to career success. How Upsolver’s data lake platform is an end-to-end data solution, and why Yoni prefers a company culture that doesn’t focus on hierarchy. All of this, right here, right now on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Upsolver, check them out at https://www.upsolver.com

Today we are talking to Steph, the Senior Director of Product Strategy and Data Security at Helpsystems. And we discuss how HelpSystems allows you to securely automate many of your IT processes . How investing in your company culture pays dividends many times over, and why it’s beneficial to keep organizational hierarchies as flat as possible. All of this, right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Helpsystems, check them out at https://www.helpsystems.com

Today we are talking to Tony, the Chief Evangelist at the Center for Internet Security. And we discuss the role of nonprofit organizations in national cyber defense. Why we need to simplify the resources at our disposal for cybersecurity, and how we can prepare ourselves against the repeatable kinds of attacks that happen every day. All of this, right here, right now on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about the Center for Internet Security, check them out at https://www.cisecurity.org/

Today we are talking to Aaron, the CEO and Founder of SmartDeploy. And we discuss how SmartDeploy is reimagining desktop management. The challenges of balancing tradeoffs as a management team, and why treating your employees with respect is the smartest business move in the long run. All of this, right here, right now on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about SmartDeploy, check them out at https://www.smartdeploy.com

Today we are talking to Tim Berners-Lee: the inventor of the World Wide Web and CTO at Inrupt, and John Bruce: the CEO at Inrupt. We discuss how Inrupt is building a new layer on the Web called Solid. How Solid’s unique API significantly reduces the need for back-end development, and how Solid gives users control over their personal data. All of this, right here, right now on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Inrupt and Solid, check them out at https://inrupt.com

Today we are talking to Rahul, the Chief Product and Marketing Officer at Innodata. And we discuss how most AI projects fail because of a lack of clean data. How Innodata provides pristine training data for AI algorithms, and why it’s important for managers to lead by example and give back to the community as much as possible. All of this, right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Innodata, check them out at https://innodata.com

Today we are talking to Ryan, the SVP of Security at Intraprise Health. And we discuss how being HITRUST certified can save you tons of time on risk assessments when working with other companies. How we can incentivize better cybersecurity practices in the healthcare industry, and leadership lessons learned from his time serving in the US Army. All of this, right here, right now on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Intraprise Health, check them out here: https://intraprisehealth.com To learn more about HITRUST, check them out here: https://hitrustalliance.net

Today we are talking to Jen, the CIO of Baker Hughes. And we discuss how being resilient and able to pivot quickly will take you far in your career. Jen’s 3 major tenants of leadership, and why it’s important to let your voice be heard within the leadership team. All of this, right here, right now on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Baker Hughes, check them out at https://www.bakerhughes.com

Today we are talking to Joyce, the President of Insight North America. And we discuss how Insight guides companies through the complex digital transformation process. The advantages of consolidating your IT vendors down to one, and why it’s important to take care of your people first to achieve the best business outcomes. All of this, right here, right now on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Insight, check them out at https://www.insight.com/

Today we are talking to Dan, the SVP of Product at Skytap. And we discuss how the structure of engineering teams change and mature over time. The unique intellectual property Skytap made to help solve problems of moving on-prem workloads to the cloud, and how to get continuous feedback from your employees about how to improve the company. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Skytap, check them out at https://www.skytap.com

Today we are talking to Peter, the President of Metis Strategies and the author of the book "Getting To Nimble." And we discuss how large enterprises can digitally transform to stay competitive in modern times. Why focusing on helping others is the best path for career success, and how to be a world-class executive and a great parent at the same time. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Metis Strategy, check them out at https://www.metisstrategy.com To learn more about Peter's book "Getting to Nimble," check it out here. To find Peter's podcast "Technovation," check it out here.

Today we are talking to Rohit, SVP of Engineering at BFA Industries. And we discuss how BFA’s personalization technology is enabling them to make beauty products for everyone. Rohit’s strategy for hiring candidates that have an appetite for change, and the importance of always assuming positive intent in interactions with your peers. All of this, right here, right now on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about BFA Industries, check them out at https://www.bfaindustries.com

Today we are talking to Claus, an Enterprise Architect at Novozymes. And we discuss how you can effectively use enterprise architecture to optimize your organization. How to gain visibility into shadows in rogue IT, and why the ability to communicate pain points is almost as important as solving the problem itself. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Novozymes, check them out at https://www.novozymes.com/ To learn more about BiZZdesign's enterprise architecture tools, check them out at https://bizzdesign.com

Today we are talking to Paul, the CTO at Edmentum. And we discuss important things to consider when bringing in an offshore engineering team. The role that culture plays when training the next generation of leaders, and tips for how to stay connected as an organization begins to grow. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Edmentum, check them out at https://www.edmentum.com To learn more about offshoring engineers with MentorMate, check them out at https://mentormate.com

Today we are talking to Ryan, the CTO and Co-Founder of Formidable. And we discuss the differences between the CTO role at a consultancy and at a product-led company. How you can use open source to advance business outcomes, and why the problems you focus on solving should have the greatest multiplier effect. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Formidable, check them out here! https://formidable.com/contact/

Today we are talking to John, the CTO and Co-Founder at LaunchDarkly. And we discuss how to make use of their feature flagging systems to deploy code safely. The build vs. buy dilemma as it relates to internal tools, and lessons learned from going through hyper growth. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about LaunchDarkly, check them out at https://launchdarkly.com/?utm_source=modern_cto&utm_medium=news_pod&utm_campaign=21q2-podcast

Today we are talking to David, the Co-Founder of Stellar. And we discuss the founding story of the Stellar Development Foundation. We dive deep into the benefits and inner workings of blockchain technology, and what the world will look like as more innovation is brought into currencies. All of this, right here, right now on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Stellar, check them out at https://www.stellar.org