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Tech Legacies

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Tech Legacies is a video podcast dedicated to sharing the career stories, lessons and advice of technology executives. The podcast serves an audience of tech-savvy listeners motivated to grow and succeed in their careers, while lifting their peers and the next generation of technologists.
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This is the Executive Connect Podcast - a show for the new generation of leaders. Join us as we discover unconventional leadership strategies not traditionally associated with executive roles. Our guests include upper-level C-Suite executives charting new ways to grow their organizations, successful entrepreneurs changing the way the world does business, and experts and thought leaders from fields outside of Corporate America that can bring new insights into leadership, prosperity, and perso ...
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Summary Melissa Aarskaug talks to Fanny Dunagan CEO and content strategist at PathLynks, LLC. She shares her journey from a shy, non-English speaking immigrant to a successful entrepreneur. She emphasizes the importance of personal branding in the technology field and provides tips on how to differentiate oneself and create engaging content on Link…
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In this powerful episode, we sit down with Chad Foster, the first blind executive to graduate from Harvard Business School. Chad shares his incredible journey of losing his eyesight at a young age and how he built resilience to overcome life's challenges. He reveals the five key pillars of resilience that helped him succeed: Choosing our response T…
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What does it take to go from working the midnight shift in an insurance company to becoming CIO across multiple industries? Edward Gustenhoven is the CIO of Dal-Tile LLC and former tech executive at Pabst Brewing Company, Deutsch Family Wine & spirits, Photronics and Diageo. He had an unconventional path to becoming a tech leader - he started worki…
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Gay Gaddis, founder of T3, shares her inspiring journey of building the largest women-owned independent digital ad agency in the U.S. Along the way, she’s focused on empowering the next generation of leaders by emphasizing the value of strong leadership, cultivating a solid team, and remaining genuine and authentic. Gay also delves into her book, C…
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In this episode, Melissa Aarskaug interviews Nishtha Jain, Head of Innovation and Digital Technologies at Takeda, about mental and emotional wellness in the workplace. They discuss the challenges employees face, such as burnout and stress, in remote and hybrid work environments. They also explore strategies for achieving work-life balance, includin…
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Chris Hood, a seasoned digital strategist with deep experience in the digital entertainment industry, emphasizes the critical role of customer-centric transformation and digital strategy in driving business success. He advocates for building organizational cultures that prioritize customer needs, underscoring the direct link between employee satisf…
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Can a career in military service help prepare you for a career in technology? Michael Anderson is the Deputy CTO and former CISO at Dallas Independent School District. We follow his career from being a Staff Sergeant to being a Network Manager in the military service, to being a WAN Technician, and eventually moving up to a technology executive. Mi…
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In this episode, Melissa interviews Adele Gambardella and Chip, co-founders of The Convincing Company, about crisis management and persuasive communication strategies. Adele shares her journey from PR to crisis communications, while Chip discusses his transition from FBI to corporate crisis management. They discuss the importance of understanding t…
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How do you juggle motherhood and the high pace of consulting? How do you find mentors and support in consulting? Sook Chua is a Partner at EY Americas Technology Consulting, Cloud Practice. Her career spans across consulting at IBM, PwC and Arthur Andersen. Connect with Sook on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/sook-chua/ Want to build your a…
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Morgan Adams, a holistic sleep coach, shares her journey of overcoming insomnia and becoming a sleep coach. She debunks common misconceptions about sleep, such as the belief that everyone needs 8 hours of sleep and that functioning on minimal sleep is possible. Morgan emphasizes the importance of consistency in sleep routines and the impact of slee…
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Lauren Wambold Patel, founder of Keenan Reed Strategies, discusses her transition from BCG to starting her own consulting firm. She shares her journey and the challenges she faced along the way. Lauren explains how the fractional consulting model is transforming business strategies and how her firm works with Fortune 500 leaders. She also talks abo…
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Join Dr. Mary Donohue, a pioneering digital psychologist and CEO of The Digital Wellness Center, as she delves into her transformative journey from academia to entrepreneurship, sharing powerful insights on reducing workplace stress through innovative techniques like AI-driven micro breaks and gamification. Discover how her expertise in digital wel…
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Dr. Denise Patrick shares her journey from investment banking to academia and consulting, highlighting the integration of faith and spirituality into leadership. She discusses how faith-based principles guide ethical decision-making and emphasizes bringing one's full self into the workplace. Dr. Patrick offers strategies for building resilience and…
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In this episode, Gary Forni delves into his journey as an angel investor and his pivotal role as the chairman of the Central Texas Angel Network (CTAN). He offers a behind-the-scenes look at how CTAN identifies and selects startups to invest in, shedding light on their rigorous screening process and the critical importance of due diligence. Forney …
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Did you know Dallas-Fort Worth has a hub of biotech innovations happening? There's medical advances that we don't even know are going on. This episode, we talk to Gabby Everett, Director of Business Operations & Strategy and Site Head at BioLabs Pegasus Park - North Texas. BioLabs are the premier co-working spaces for life science startups — unique…
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In this episode of Executive Connect, we sit down with Brooke Dukes to explore the critical topic of burnout. Drawing from her personal journey, Brooke shares how her own experience with burnout prompted her to leave corporate America and embark on the path of entrepreneurship. She emphasizes the necessity of slowing down, tuning into the signals f…
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Hobbies develop our right brain and foster emotional intelligence. Learn why hobbies are important for business and personal growth with Patrick Benoit, Former Global CISO at Brink’s and VP of Cyber Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) at CBRE. Connect with Patrick on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/patricklbenoit/ Want to build your authori…
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In this episode, Dave Fox, an expert in AI recruitment and personal development, delves into the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on human resources (HR). He begins by sharing his journey into the realms of HR and AI, illustrating how AI is revolutionizing HR by streamlining tasks such as resume screening and talent sourcing. Dave p…
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Hall Martin, the founder and CEO of Ten Capital Network, delves into the evolution of startup funding over the past 25 years and the transformative impact of technology on venture capital. He discusses the emergence of new investment avenues such as crowdfunding, micro VC funds, and syndication groups. Martin underscores the significance of online …
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In this episode, Jason Anthoine discusses the challenges of communication within organizations and provides tips for effective communication. He emphasizes the importance of building relationships with employees and tailoring communication to their preferences. Jason also highlights the impact of culture on communication and the need for leaders to…
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Welcome to another episode of the Executive Connect Podcast, hosted by Melissa Aarskaug. Melissa spoke with Amiee Gindin, a Boston-based executive leadership coach, on her journey from therapist to unpaid marketing intern to CMO, and her expertise in marketing in the age of AI. Amiee shares valuable insights on leveraging marketing tools, understan…
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From Process to People: How to Build High-Performance Sales Teams In this episode of the Executive Connect Podcast, host Melissa Aarskaug interviewed Joe Sulima, an expert in building high-performance sales teams. Joe shared his insights on the critical elements necessary for developing successful sales teams, from establishing robust sales process…
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Neelu Sethi is the Global CIO of Brinks and a multiple award-winning digital transformation leader with 26+ years of experience across Consumer Product Goods, Hospitality, Healthcare and Textile industries with passion for driving digital innovation & operational excellence. Learn how her father inspired her to pursue a career in technology despite…
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In this episode of the Executive Connect Podcast, host Melissa Aarskaug spoke with Stacey Giulianti, the Chief Legal Officer at Florida Peninsula Insurance Company. Stacey shared his journey from a consumer attorney to leading a billion-dollar insurance company. They discussed the importance of strategic decision-making, effective delegation, and m…
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Lucy Mariappa grew up in India and learned valuable lessons around crisis management from her father who was a police inspector. Since then, she's had 24 years of global experience across 40 countries, in corporate & public sectors, across multiple industries - Technology, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Telecom, Energy, Hardware, Software, Education, Fi…
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In this conversation, Matt McCarthy discusses personal development, emotional intelligence, trauma, and goal setting. He shares insights on integrating emotional intelligence into coaching, understanding trauma's impact on achievement, and techniques for increasing emotional intelligence. Matt also emphasizes the importance of setting meaningful go…
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In this episode of the Executive Connect Podcast, host Melissa Aarskaug interviewed Raj Shroff, Director of Applied AI Research at Blu Artificial Intelligence. They discussed the evolving landscape of AI in business, the practical applications of AI in various industries, the ethical considerations surrounding AI, and its potential to drive sustain…
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Overview In this episode of the Executive Connect Podcast, host Melissa Aarskaug interviewed Kylie van Luyn, a Master Practitioner of NLP therapy. They discussed how neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) can be a powerful tool for enhancing leadership skills and decision-making, especially in high-pressure environments. Through real-life examples and …
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In this episode, Dr. Benjamin Ritter explores the concept of fearlessness and how to overcome fear to reach our full potential. He defines fearlessness as the ability to take action without being held back by doubt or lack of confidence. To manage fear, he suggests strategies such as interrupting the fear cycle and challenging our beliefs. He diffe…
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Overview: Welcome to the latest episode of the Executive Connect Podcast. Host Melissa Aarskaug spoke with Jeremy Lessaris, a seasoned entrepreneur with a diverse background in building and selling businesses across various industries. Jeremy shared the highs and lows of his journey, insights into the payments landscape, the impact of technology, a…
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In this episode, Jacqueline Reinhart discusses the transformative power of AI and its impact on various industries. She explains the concept of collective intelligence, which combines the strengths of humans and machines to achieve better results. Jacqueline provides examples of AI in daily life, including virtual agents, predictive analytics, and …
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In this episode of the Executive Connect Podcast, host Melissa Aarskaug spoke with Diane Kenyon about the pivotal role of community in both professional and personal spheres. They discussed the value of intentionality in community involvement, the give-and-take nature of community building, and the need for regular contact and follow-up to maintain…
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In this special episode of the Executive Connect Podcast, we delve into the intricate balance between motherhood and executive leadership. Our esteemed guests share their personal stories and insights, revealing how they navigate the dual responsibilities of raising children and steering corporate strategies. They explore key themes such as decisio…
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Overview: In this episode of the Executive Connect Podcast, Melissa Aarskaug and Kinga Vajda discussed the importance of embracing the “grey zone” in personal and professional growth. Together, they explored the importance of navigating uncertainty, overcoming challenges, and embracing personal growth and professional development in the face of amb…
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What leadership skills will you need in this modern tech world? The old ways of command and control does not work. Learn what's needed to be a great leader. Trey Smith has been the CIO at multiple firms across the chemical, finance and insurance industries. On this episode, we discuss leadership lessons in dealing with IT and big business problems.…
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Welcome to the Executive Connect Podcast. In today’s episode, Melissa Aarskaug and her guest Salena Accardo discussed effective monetization strategies for AI in various industries, emphasizing the importance of key performance indicators, usage metering, and hyper-personalization. They also highlighted the need for organizations to establish gover…
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In this episode of the Executive Connect Podcast, Melissa Aarskaug and guest Nina Johnson discussed the importance of building diverse teams and shared strategies for managing and leading effective teams. They emphasized the value of bringing in individuals with different backgrounds, experiences, and skill sets to enhance team performance and deci…
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Building a Culture of Respect: Strategies for Leaders Welcome to the Executive Connect Podcast, where modern leaders find inspiration and guidance. In today's episode, host Melissa Aarskaug welcomes her friend Nicole Pletka, a trailblazer in technology and community activism. Nicole shares insights from her roles at Zeitcode and her work with Austi…
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Welcome to the Executive Connect Podcast with your host, Melissa Aarskaug. Today, with guest Wendy Howell, we discussed the dynamic world of networking and connections, exploring how these vital components can drive meaningful impact in both professional and personal spheres. Join us as we uncover practical strategies, personal anecdotes, and valua…
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In this episode of the Executive Connect Podcast, host Melissa Aarskaug welcomed Laurie Canepa, a seasoned expert in executive recruitment, to discuss the evolving trends and challenges impacting the recruitment of executives in today's dynamic job market. Laurie shared valuable insights into market trends, the importance of flexibility, and the si…
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Learn how a programmer became a divisional CIO at FedEx. Gain insights on harnessing the power of education, mentoring and succession planning to grow your career and lift the next generation. Cheryl Bevelle-Orange is the Divisional CIO at FedEx and she shares her career journey along with the tips, advice and lessons learned along the way. Connect…
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Welcome to the Executive Connect Podcast. In this episode, Melissa Aarskaug dove into the art of salary negotiation for professional women with executive coach Aaron Thweatt. 00:00 – Introductions and overview 01:56- Understanding the Challenges of Salary Negotiation - Navigating salary negotiations can be daunting, especially with the lack of soci…
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What kind of trends or cool tech is coming to DFW airport and an airport near you? Aviation and technology geeks, this one is for you! Mike Youngs, the VP of IT at DFW Airport in Dallas-Fort Worth and former Deputy CIO at the Phoenix Airport discusses his career in airport technology and shares some insights and advice. He emphasizes the importance…
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Welcome to the Executive Connect Podcast, where we delve into the minds of modern leaders striving for success and personal growth. In this episode Melissa Aarskaug spoke with Michael Pedersen, a peak performance coach, business strategist, and author of “Atomic Actions: Experience Transformative Breakthroughs And Unstoppable Momentum”. Melissa and…
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Donovan Farrow is the CEO of Alias, which provides cybersecurity services, specializing in preventing, detecting, and responding to cyberattacks. He spent more than 20 years working for Schlumberger Oilfield Services, Loves Travel Stops, Chesapeake Energy and NTT Security in the fields of Information Technology, Information Security, Digital Forens…
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Welcome to the Executive Connect Podcast, where today we’re exploring the intersection of leadership and cutting-edge technologies by diving deep into the realm of artificial intelligence and its impact on leadership practices. Our guest, Paul Hylenski, a seasoned operations leader in the aerospace industry and an AI enthusiast, shared his insights…
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Janet Robertson is the former CIO at Raytheon Technologies and AVP at AT&T. She leads massive reorganizations and transformations for industry titans. She is also known for building, mentoring, and empowering extraordinary teams that drive tremendous results. Connect with Janet on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jrroberts... Want to build y…
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In today’s episode of the Executive Connect Podcast, Melissa Aarskaug welcomed Jaclyn "Jax" Scott, a decorated Special Veterans Warrant Officer with expertise in cybersecurity and electronic warfare. Jax shared invaluable insights on managing up and effective communication in the workplace. Topics include: Understanding the Importance of Effective …
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Nayan Patel is a technology executive and former CIO at multiple healthcare organizations including Baylor Health Care System, The Heart Hospital Baylor Plano, as well as Board Member, Hospital IT Advisory at Medtronic. On this episode, Nayan shares his career advice, emphasizing the importance of having mentors and allocating time for personal gro…
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Valerie Davis is the Senior Patent Counsel at Texas Instruments and former President of the Alliance of Technology and Women. We talk about her career journey and advice for success in the tech industry. She emphasizes the importance of never forgetting where you came from and staying grounded. Her love for math and science led her to pursue a care…
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