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Gino Ferrand on AI-Driven Talent Matching and the Future of Global Tech Teams | Ep 1075 Jun 23, 2025

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In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast Gino Ferrand shares the journey behind TECLA, the AI-driven platform he founded to connect top Latin American developers with U.S. companies. Drawing from his personal experience and technical expertise, Ferrand explains how staying hands-on with development shaped TECLA’s evolution into a fast, smart, and human-centric solution for remote hiring.

With over 50,000 users and a 97% success rate, TECLA leverages AI not just for efficiency, but to foster long-term talent success across borders. Gino also reveals his vision for blending automation with community, helping clients onboard talent seamlessly while building deeper, lasting partnerships. Tune in to hear how TECLA is transforming the global tech hiring landscape.

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Brian Peckrill on Ethical Leadership, Experiential Learning, and Place-Based Philanthropy | Ep 1074 Jun 20, 2025

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In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast Brian Peckrill, Executive Director of the William G. McGowan Charitable Fund, shares how the Fund is driving real-world change through place-based philanthropy. He explains why scaling national programs must start with a local lens and how deep community engagement leads to measurable, long-term impact.

Brian also discusses the McGowan Fellows Program and its unique focus on ethics and leadership development for MBA students. Drawing from his global experience in leadership training, he emphasizes the power of experiential learning and the universal need for trust. Don't miss this inspiring conversation on responsible innovation and values-driven leadership.

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Josh Hicks on Building Resilient Retail Tech - Journey from Developer to Customer Success Leader | Ep 1073 Jun 17, 2025

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In this episode of The Digital Executive podcast, Josh Hicks, Senior Technical Sales Engineer at Jumpmind, shares his decade-long journey shaping the company’s evolution from its startup roots to a retail tech powerhouse. Hicks dives into the development of JumpMind’s mobile point of sale platform, used by brands like American Eagle Outfitters and Petco, and explains how his transition from coding to customer-facing roles helped him better understand what clients truly need in scalable, data-driven retail solutions.

With deep insights into data architecture, cloud-native tools, and the growing role of AI in retail, Hicks discusses how Jumpmind stays ahead of evolving customer expectations. From building resilient platforms to cultivating a culture of excellence, this episode offers valuable lessons for tech professionals and retail leaders alike.

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Dr. Robert P. Murphy on Tokenizing Life Insurance and Building Trust Through Blockchain | Ep 1072 Jun 13, 2025

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In this episode of The Digital Executive podcast, host Brian Thomas sits down with Dr. Robert P. Murphy, co-founder and chief economist at Infineo, to explore how Austrian economics is shaping a new era of financial products. Dr. Murphy discusses how Infineo is bringing life insurance to the blockchain with innovative tools like Life Notes, and why decentralized finance (DeFi) offers a natural evolution for traditionally conservative asset classes.

Dr. Murphy also reflects on the growing mistrust in financial institutions and how transparency, philosophy, and AI-driven platforms like Infineo are restoring public confidence. From tokenizing $500 million in life insurance to building an “operating system” for alternative assets, this conversation offers deep insight into the future of finance.

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From Backpack to Boardroom: Peter Murphy Lewis on Marketing Clarity and Building A-Players | Ep 1071 Jun 09, 2025

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In this episode of The Digital Executive podcast, Peter Murphy Lewis, founder of Strategicpete.com and a fractional Chief Marketing Officer, shares his unique entrepreneurial journey. Lewis recounts how he built and successfully sold a nationally recognized tourism company, gaining invaluable lessons in leadership, brand building, and growth hacking along the way. Now, through Strategicpete.com, he helps CEOs untangle overwhelming marketing data and transform it into clear, actionable growth strategies, emphasizing the crucial need for a "map" and alignment on success metrics before launching campaigns.

Lewis also discusses a key insight from his upcoming book, "Interns To A-Players," highlighting the mind shift companies need to make: stop hiring for experience and start hiring for trajectory. He advocates for building talent within robust systems and culture rather than constantly chasing "unicorns." Reflecting on his diverse career, from leading tourism shows in Latin America to advising US banks, Lewis offers aspiring entrepreneurs advice centered on solving problems worth solving, finding purpose in the mission, and collaborating with like-minded, creative individuals. Tune in to hear Peter Murphy Lewis's practical wisdom on marketing, team building, and carving a meaningful career.

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Beyond the Code: Michel Langlois on Human-Centric Leadership and the Future of Tech | Ep 1070 Jun 06, 2025

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In this episode of The Digital Executive podcast, Michel Langlois, former CTO and Senior Vice President at Calix Networks, shares insights from his 30-plus year career in the networking and software industry. Langlois discusses how his leadership style evolved across significant transformations at companies like Cisco, Juniper Networks, and Calix Networks, emphasizing the importance of building trust and fostering collaboration in diverse corporate cultures.

Langlois also delves into his new book, "Beyond the Code: Unveiling the Human Factor in Technology Leadership Innovation," explaining his motivation for writing it and the key message he hopes readers take away about human-centric leadership in a technology-driven world. He highlights how innovations like the Software Defined Access (SDA) architecture and cloud-based analytics at Calix Networks enabled them to compete effectively with larger industry players. Tune in to hear Michel Langlois's vision for the future of the networking and software industry and how leaders should prepare for emerging technologies and trends.

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Revolutionizing Retail: Dallas Counts on Supplier Compliance and AI in Operations | Ep 1069 Jun 04, 2025

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In this episode of The Digital Executive podcast, Dallas Counts, Chief Operations Officer at Vendormint, discusses his extensive background in retail operations, merchandising, and supply chain management. With nearly a decade at Walmart and Sam's Club, Counts shares how his experiences prepared him to champion Vendormint's mission to revolutionize supplier compliance, operations, and deductions management. He highlights the invaluable lessons learned about understanding retail culture, data-driven decisions, and the relentless pursuit of operational excellence, all stemming from the foundational principles of Sam Walton.

Counts also delves into the significant inefficiencies within current supplier compliance and deduction management processes, which Vendormint is actively addressing through its centralized intelligence hub and automated document collection. He explains how Vendormint leverages data and automation to help suppliers recover lost revenue and optimize their operations, emphasizing the importance of proactively identifying and fixing upstream challenges. Finally, Counts discusses key emerging retail trends, including omnichannel retailing, evolving economic pressures, and the transformative power of AI and automation, outlining how Vendormint is strategically positioning itself for the future. Tune in to learn how Dallas Counts and Vendormint are shaping the future of supplier-retailer relationships.

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Neil Batlivala on Using AI to Transform Healthcare for Underserved Communities | Ep 1068 May 31, 2025

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In this episode of The Digital Executive podcast, Brian Thomas interviews Neil Batlivala, co-founder and CEO of Pair Team, an AI-enabled medical group dedicated to improving healthcare access for underserved and Medicaid populations. Neil shares how his early experiences in India and Singapore shaped his passion for equitable healthcare, leading him to combine medical technology, machine learning, and a mission-driven mindset to tackle systemic disparities.

Throughout the conversation, Neil discusses how Pair Team is deploying AI to expand access, support care delivery, and create scalable solutions for the country’s safety net. With a focus on operational excellence and technological innovation, Neil outlines his vision for open-sourcing Pair Team’s playbook to empower nonprofits and state systems alike.

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Ashanti Abdullah on Empowering Artists Through Smarter Touring | Ep 1067 May 26, 2025

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In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, Brian Thomas sits down with Ashanti Abdullah, founder and CEO of Ternwheel, a platform built to solve two of the most pressing challenges in the music industry: financial sustainability and tour management. Drawing from nearly 20 years of experience managing artists, Ashanti shares how Ternwheel empowers musicians to plan, budget, and streamline every aspect of their tours.

Ternwheel gives artists and their teams a single source of truth—allowing for real-time adjustments, better communication, and ultimately, higher earnings. One artist saw a 21% increase in tour income using the app. Tune in to learn how Ashanti is helping artists shift from surviving to thriving.

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Chat Joglekar on Unlocking Small Business Ownership Through Data and Transparency | Ep 1066 May 21, 2025

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In this episode of The Digital Executive podcast, Brian Thomas welcomes Chat Joglekar, co-founder and CEO of Baton, a marketplace revolutionizing how small businesses are bought and sold. With prior leadership roles at Zillow, Spotify, and Google, Chat shares how his background in scaling tech platforms shaped his vision for Baton—to become the “Zillow for small businesses.” He explains how Baton empowers entrepreneurs by offering instant, data-driven business valuations, addressing a long-standing gap in transparency and access within the small business market.

Chat also discusses key trends driving change, including the “silver tsunami” of retiring baby boomers and a rising interest among professionals in acquiring established small businesses rather than launching startups. Baton, with its easy integration of financial systems and real-time valuation tools, is at the forefront of this transformation. Tune in to hear how Chat is democratizing entrepreneurship and why Baton is becoming an essential tool for the next generation of business owners.

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