Modern CTO

Today, we're talking to John Gates, Pay Negotiation Coach. We discuss how executives can position themselves for a six figure raise, why changing companies is the best way to get the biggest bump in pay, and how you can negotiate more effectively in any situation. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about John's Salary Coach method, check out his website here.

Today, we're talking to Phil Tee, EVP & Head of AI Innovation at Zscaler. We discuss why agentic AI will change everything about the way we use technology, what it will look like to fully team up with autonomous technology, and why intelligence itself might be more malleable than we ever thought. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Zscaler, check out their website here.

Today, we're talking to Robbie Morrison, CEO at Velosio. We discuss how and why Robbie decided to change paths from CTO to CEO, the different ways Robbie has thought about culture throughout his career, and how Robbie has handled tough conversations throughout his leadership positions. Be a part of the conversation! Take Velosio’s Technology Leadership Challenges survey here. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Velosio, check out their website here. Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we're talking to Avi Freedman, CEO at Kentik. We discuss how Kentik is evolving beyond network observability, why networks might never be fully autonomous, and why you should lead your team into tasks you wouldn’t do yourself. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Kentik, check out their website here. Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we're talking to Tony Speller, SVP of Operation and Engineering at Comcast. We discuss how Comcast is breaking new ground with their $80b project, how AI is supercharging network repair, and why work life balance will never truly work. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Comcast, check out their website here. Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we're talking to Michael Jones, VP at US Cloud. We discuss why nobody in their right mind should be buying support services from Microsoft, the true goals of Microsoft’s support services over the years, and lifelong lessons that Mike and Joel learned from their shared mentor, Brad Sousa. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about US Cloud, check out their website here. Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email booking@proseriesmed

Today, we're talking to Kevin Korpics, Field CTO and Reza Zaheri, CISO at Quantum Metric. We discuss the impact of AI law in the EU, the levels of regulation that affect your business based on risk, and how to stop being a workaholic. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Quantum Metric, check out their website here. Thanks to US Cloud for sponsoring this episode. Do you need to level up your Microsoft support services? Check out US Cloud for the best Microsoft support in the game: uscloud.com Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we're talking to Rob Kalwarowsky, Executive Coach & Author of Capitalizing on Chaos. We discuss the signs of a toxic boss, how to extinguish them before it’s too late, and why we should take a tip from olympic athletes to succeed at work. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Thanks to US Cloud for sponsoring this episode. Do you need to level up your Microsoft support services? Check out US Cloud for the best Microsoft support in the game: uscloud.com To learn more about Rob's coaching, check out his website here. To get the first 2 chapters of Rob's new book for free, click this link. Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we're talking to Derick Schaefer, SVP of technology at Mod Op. We discuss the M&A landscape that CTOs need to be aware of, why customer centricity is at the heart of any successful merger, and how to keep business value at the focus of futuristic software tactics. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Thanks to US Cloud for sponsoring this episode. Do you need to level up your Microsoft support services? Check out US Cloud for the best Microsoft support in the game: uscloud.com To learn how you can master your M&A strategy, check out Derick's book here. Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we're talking to Guy Gur-Ari, Co-Founder at Augment. We discuss Guy’s journey from physicist to founder, why AI is becoming both creepier and more useful than ever, and why the intelligence AI exhibits is unlike anything humanity has ever encountered. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Thanks to US Cloud for sponsoring this episode. Do you need to level up your Microsoft support services? Check out US Cloud for the best Microsoft support in the game: uscloud.com To learn more about Augment, check out their website here. Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we're talking to Daniel Faggella, CEO at Emerj. We discuss Dan’s proposed timeline of 5 years to transformational AI, how we should consider the possibility of AGI having leadership qualities over society, and why truth seeking isn’t necessarily the ideal goal of technology. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast!

Today, we're talking to Chris Hewish, Chief Strategy & Comms Officer at Xsolla. We discuss the future of the video game industry, an invaluable lesson Chris learned from his time at DreamWorks, how Chris approaches new trends in his industry such as cloud gaming, and more. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Thanks to US Cloud for sponsoring this episode. Do you need to level up your Microsoft support services? Check out US Cloud for the best Microsoft support in the game: uscloud.com To learn more about Xsolla, check out their website here. Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we're talking to Roland Groeneveld, Executive Chair at OnLogic and Said Ouissal, CEO & Founder at ZEDEDA. Discover how these innovative companies are revolutionizing technology deployment at the edge, from AI-powered railway safety systems to predictive maintenance in solar farms. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Thanks to US Cloud for sponsoring this episode. Do you need to level up your Microsoft support services? Check out US Cloud for the best Microsoft support in the game: uscloud.com To learn more about OnLogic, check out their website here. To learn more about ZEDEDA, check out their website here. Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we're talking to Artem Fishman, Chief Product & Technology Officer at Dow Jones. We discuss the ways in which tech cultures change around the world, how and when to be blunt, and why we should be optimistic about the future. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Dow Jones, check out their website here. Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we're talking to Sam Curry, Global VP, CISO in Residence at Zscaler. We discuss the AI threat landscape in 2025, why fighting AI with AI may not be your best strategy, and how to position yourself in a community to become a better leader. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Zscaler, check out their website here. Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we're talking to Mauro Stara, CEO & Founder at Six Pack CEO. We discuss how you can get in shape, what makes getting a top 1% physique easier than you think, and why achieving a lofty fitness goal will improve your life at home and as a tech leader. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Six Pack CEO, check out their website here. Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we're talking to Mayada Gonimah, CTO & Co-Founder at Thread AI. We discuss Google Cloud’s Future of AI Report: Perspectives for Startups. Uncover more valuable insights from AI leaders in Google Cloud's 'Future of AI: Perspectives for Startups' report. Discover what 23 AI industry leaders think about the future of AI—and how it impacts your business. Read their perspectives here: goo.gle/futureofai All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To get started using Google Cloud, check out the Google for Startups Cloud Program here. Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we're talking to Scott Dietzen, CEO at Augment Code. Scott shares insights on how Augment is revolutionizing the coding process, making developers more productive, and improving software quality across the board with the power of AI. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Augment Code, check out their website here. Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we're talking to John Munsell, CEO at Bizzuka. We discuss how John’s AI philosophies got picked up by LSU, why they’re so impactful to businesses and technology leaders, and why your company needs less handcuffs and more AI champions to scale into the future. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Bizzuka, check out their website here. Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we're talking to Lisa Groeneveld, Co-Founder of OnLogic. We discuss how Lisa and her husband started the company with an $80k check to a stranger, where the edge actually is, and how Toy Story teaches one of the most valuable leadership skills. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about OnLogic, check out their website here. To learn more about the whitepaper and server we featured in this episode, click here. Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we're talking to Adam Dille from Quantum Metric and Zeba Hasan from Google. We discuss the importance of data quality for interfacing with AI, the most common mistakes we face when building products with AI, and how to get the rest of the company to buy into the advantages AI has to offer. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Quantum Metric, check out their website here: https://www.quantummetric.com/ Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we're talking to keynote speaker and friend of the show Jim Harris. We discuss the most important tech trends featured at CES 2025, how AI might be used to replace doctors over time, and why Jim thinks most car manufacturers will go extinct within 10 years. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! For more about Jim, check out his website here: https://www.jimharris.com/ Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we're talking to Jack Tam, SVP and CTO at Intuit Mailchimp. We discuss insights on the evolving landscape of AI, the future of software engineering, and why staying grounded is paramount as a tech leader. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! For more on Intuit Mailchimp, check out their website here: https://mailchimp.com/ Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we're talking to best selling author Seth Godin for an episode of Tech Titans. We’re bringing you Seth’s best advice from his definition of CTO, why people aren’t truly rational, how to avoid positive feedback loops, and more. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! For more on Seth Godin, check out his website here: https://www.sethgodin.com/ Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we're talking to Hrishi Dixit, Principal at Gordian Labs. We discuss the how and why you need to make yourself redundant, why you should work to replace yourself in your role, and why tech leaders need to build to simplify. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! For more on Hrishi, check out his personal blog here: https://hrishi.nyc/ Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we're talking to the CTO of the US Navy, Justin Fanelli. Discover how the modern government is embracing digital transformation, the power of direct communication in military settings, and the unexpected passion driving innovation in public service. Justin shares invaluable insights on leadership, burnout prevention, and the importance of continuous learning. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! For more on Justin’s courses, check out www.h4d.us and https://www.commonmission.us/ Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we're talking to Geoffrey Huck, Public Speaking Coach. We discuss how to overcome communication barriers in the tech industry, translate complex ideas for non-technical audiences, and develop authentic speaking styles. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Geoffrey's work, check out his website here: https://geoffreyhuck.com/podcast Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we’re talking to Mohak Shroff, SVP of Engineering at LinkedIn. We discuss LinkedIn’s human-centered approach to AI agents, their vision for LinkedIn members to have a Digital Chief of Staff, and how agents will transform the way we work. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we’re talking to Megh Gautam, CPO at Crunchbase. We discuss the latest technology being rolled out at Crunchbase, Megh’s philosophy on flat vs siloed teams, and why it’s far more useful to get punched in the face than just read about it. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Crunchbase, check out their website here: https://www.crunchbase.com/ Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we’re talking to Megh Gautam, CPO at Crunchbase. We discuss Megh’s journey from engineering to product leadership, his biggest mistake from making the transition, and how he thinks about “tours of duty” to develop his career path. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Crunchbase, check out their website here: https://www.crunchbase.com/ Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we’re talking to James Barrese, SVP of Fintech at Intuit. We discuss James’s thoughts on creating change agents in your organization, how Intuit is revolutionizing the world of fintech with AI agents, and what James learned about organizational communication from a tough moment at PayPal. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Intuit, check out their website here: https://www.intuit.com/ Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we’re talking to Jeff Chow, CPTO at Miro. We discuss insights on Miro's evolution from a whiteboarding tool to an innovation workspace, and explore how AI integration and canvas-based technology are reshaping team collaboration. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Miro, check out his website here: https://miro.com/ Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we’re talking to Andrew Edwards, Author of Army of Liars. We dive deep into the controversial Section 230 exploring the complexities of this law, its impact on social media platforms, and the urgent need for reform. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Andrew Edwards, check out his website here: https://www.andrewvedwards.com/ Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email booking@proseriesmedi

Today, we’re talking to Eric Rice, President at SOVRN Capital. Eric shares his journey from skepticism to becoming a Bitcoin advocate and explains the revolutionary potential of Bitcoin mining. Discover how innovative mining operations are leveraging waste energy and tax credits to mine Bitcoin at incredibly low costs. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about SOVRN, check out their website here: https://sovrncapital.com/ Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we’re talking to Dylan Etkin, founder and CEO of Sleuth, to dive deep into the world of engineering metrics and team alignment. Dylan shares insights on how CTOs can move beyond "dashboard graveyards" and implement meaningful metrics that drive real change. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Sleuth, check out their website here: https://www.sleuth.io/ Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email booking@proseriesmedia

Today, we’re talking to Mark Porter, CTO at dbt Labs. We discuss Mark’s best advice on finding and keeping top talent, and his self-described controversial strategy for interviewing potential team members. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about dbt Labs, check out their website here: https://www.getdbt.com/ Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we’re talking to Mark Porter, CTO at dbt Labs. We discuss invaluable insights on effective communication strategies in the tech industry, from tailoring messages across organizational levels to the power of written communication. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about dbt Labs, check out their website here: https://www.getdbt.com/ Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we’re talking to James Walker, CEO at Nano Nuclear Energy. We discuss the regulatory challenges, market positioning, and technological innovations driving the nuclear industry forward. From the complexities of reactor design to the strategic decisions behind going public, this episode offers a comprehensive look at the cutting-edge developments in nuclear power. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Nano Nuclear Energy, check out their website here: https://nanonuclearenergy.com/ Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we’re talking to Jeff Umbro, CEO at The Podglomerate. We discuss the current state of AI, its limitations, and whether or not it's wise to chase fully AI-driven creations. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about The Podglomerate, check out their website here: https://www.thepodglomerate.com/ Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email booking@proseriesmedia.

Today, we’re talking to Tony Davis & John Balsavage from A&I Solutions. We discuss the rapid improvements they’ve made to observability thanks to ScoutITAi, their new cloud performance monitoring service powered by Broadcom with GenAI insights to measure the precise performance and reliability of critical business services. We also dive into the real world impacts of accelerated observability, and how Tony was able to synergize his goal alongside John. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about A&I Solutions, check out their website here: https://www.anisolutions.com/ To give ScoutITAi a try for yourself, visit the website at: https://scoutitai.com/ Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we’re talking to Steve Orrin, Federal CTO at Intel. We discuss the government’s grasp on AI, how cyberattacks are getting wildly more advanced, and how Steve thinks as a top CTO. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Intel, check out their website here: https://www.intel.com/ Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we’re talking to Seth Godin. We discuss the true meaning of CTO, what it takes to most effectively build strategy, and how to create systems so that the wind is always at your back. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Seth Godin, check out his website here: https://www.sethgodin.com/ Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we’re talking to Sagar Batchu, Co-Founder and CEO at Speakeasy. We discuss how Sagar is building a revolutionary API platform, his hiring strategies for startups, and the future of AI in API integration. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Speakeasy, check out their website here: https://www.speakeasy.com/ Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email booking@proseriesmedia.

Today, we’re bringing you a special episode. Joel is interviewed by Aziza O’Beirne, host of The Forward Podcast with SmartOSC. We uncover the origins of Modern CTO, and what Joel has learned from hosting nearly 1000 episodes with top CTOs from around the world. To check out The Forward Podcast with SmartOSC, check them out wherever you get your podcasts or visit their website: https://www.smartosc.com/podcast/ All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast!

Today, we’re talking to Matt Loszak, CEO at Aalo Atomics. We discuss the technology that is making small nuclear reactors possible, how far along we are in the Second Atomic Age, and the potential that nuclear energy holds for the whole world. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Aalo Atomics, check out their website here: https://www.aalo.com/ Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we’re talking to John Miles, host of the Passion Struck Podcast. We discuss John’s extraordinary journey from tech executive to international speaker and personal development guru. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Passion Struck, check out the website here: https://www.passionstruck.com/ Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we’re talking to Mario Ciabarra, CEO & Founder at Quantum Metric. We discuss what makes a good generative AI strategy, the challenges of implementation, and how Quantum Metric’s Felix AI is changing the game for digital analysis. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Quantum Metric, check out their website here: https://www.quantummetric.com/ Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we’re talking to Alex Mashrabov, Founder at Higgsfield AI. We discuss the developments of AI generated video, how Alex has leveraged Google Cloud to build his business, and how modern tech will continue to revolutionize the way we consume media. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! Interested in the virtual Google Cloud Startup Summit? Sign up here: https://cloudonair.withgoogle.com/events/summit-startup-24 To learn more about Higgsfield AI, check out their website here: https://higgsfield.ai/ Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]

Today, we’re talking to Anurag Goel, Founder and CEO at Render. We discuss the lessons learned as employee #8 at Stripe, how Render is revolutionizing cloud infrastructure, and why you don’t always need the latest and greatest tool. All of this right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast! To learn more about Render, check out their website here: https://render.com/ Produced by ProSeries Media: https://proseriesmedia.com/ For booking inquiries, email [email protected]