Modern Cto With Joel Beasley

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