Tech Captains
Bi-weekly discussions with tech captains from startups, public companies, and anything in between.
Episodes
41 episodes
EP40: Scaling Success - Leadership Insights from Meri Williams, CTO at Pleo
If you’re fascinated by what it takes to lead tech teams through both startup chaos and massive scaling challenges, then the latest episode of Tech Captains is a must-listen! We sit down with Meri Williams, CTO at Pleo, wh...
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Episode 40
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37:58
EP39: Navigating Fintech Innovation - PayEm’s Growth Story with Gilad Bonjack
Join us on this episode of TechCaptains as we delve deep into the future of fintech with Gilad Bonjack, VP of Product at PayEm, a groundbreaking spend management platform for SMBs. This episode is a masterclass in modern p...
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Episode 39
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28:19
EP38: Scaling Real-Time Communication - Inside PubNub with CTO Stephen Blum
If you’re into cutting-edge tech and the challenges of real-time communication at scale, this episode of Tech Captains is for you. We dive deep with Stephen Blum, the CTO and founder of PubNub. With over 14 years of experi...
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Episode 38
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32:53
EP37: How AI is Shaping Business Automation: A Deep Dive with Niranjan of Nintex
Dive into the latest episode of Tech Captains with Ron Danenberg and Gareth Thomas, featuring Niranjan Vijayaragavan, Chief Product and Technology Officer at Nintex. Discover how Niranjan’s extensive experience—from Microsoft to BC...
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Season 2
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Episode 37
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29:37
EP36: Revolutionizing Construction - Insights from Jeroen Coenders
We welcome Jeroen Coenders, founder of Voortann and Packhunt, two groundbreaking platforms transforming the building industry with cutting-edge automation, sustainability, and speed.Jeroen shares his journey from programming on a Commodo...
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Episode 36
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31:56
EP35: Breaking Barriers - Boosting CTO Performance with Adelina Chalmers
We sit down with Adelina Chalmers, known as the "Geek Whisperer," to delve into her expertise in transforming first-time CTOs into strategic leaders. With a proven track record of enhancing engineering performance and aligning tech...
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Episode 35
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31:42
EP34: Harnessing Data Power - Jonathan Kopnick on Tech Strategies and Innovations
In this episode, we are thrilled to welcome Jonathan Kopnick, Chief Technology Officer at Revenue Roll.Jonathan shares insights on how Revenue Roll identifies anonymous traffic for e-commerce stores, the technology stack they use, and th...
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Season 2
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Episode 34
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25:35
EP33: Transforming Tech - Adam Horner on the Future of CTO Roles
Join hosts Ron Danenberg and Gareth Thomas as they chat with Adam Horner, fractional CTO and coach. Adam shares his journey , discussing his passion for helping startups accelerate software development.Adam explains the shift towards fra...
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Season 2
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Episode 33
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34:03
EP32: AI-Driven Talent Management: A Conversation with Tech Wolf's Co-Founder Jeroen Van Hautte
In this episode of Tech Captains, Gareth and Ron interview Jeroen Van Hautte, co-founder and CP0/CTO of Tech Wolf. Jeroen discusses his journey from being a Cambridge-educated student to leading Tech Wolf, which specializes in skills-based tale...
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Episode 32
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26:15
EP31: How Product and Tech Collaboration Drives Innovation at ScrumBuddy
Join us in this enlightening episode of Tech Captains as we delve into the world of agile methodologies and AI-driven solutions with Nishadi Ranasinghe, Chief Product Officer, and James Sperring, CTO of ScrumBuddy. Discover how the...
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Episode 31
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41:18
EP30: Inside Jscrambler's Approach to Advanced Client-Side Security with CEO Rui Ribeiro
In this episode of the TechCaptains podcast, we dive into the world of client-side web security with Rui Ribeiro, co-founder and CEO of Jscrambler. Learn about Jscrambler's unique approach to protecting data on the client-side, saf...
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Episode 30
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33:25
EP29: Chris Miller discusses AI, NetSuite, and the future of Accounting
In this TechCaptains podcast episode, Chris Miller, Senior Vice President at NetGain Solutions, discusses his career trajectory from construction and real estate to tech finance at NetSuite and then founding NetGain. Chris sh...
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Episode 29
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35:50
EP28: Unveiling the Future of Digital Banking with Ben Goldin
Dive into the future of digital banking with Ben Goldin, CEO of Plumery, on the Tech Captain's Podcast.Discover how Plumery is redefining the banking experience, offering a behind-the-scenes look at their innovative platform that blends...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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28:06
EP27: Mickey Alon on Building Success in the World of AI and Marketing
Dive into the dynamic world of technology and entrepreneurship with the latest episode of TechCaptains, featuring the insightful Mickey Alon, a serial entrepreneur and current CPTO of VidMob.Discover the cutting-edge intersection of AI ...
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Episode 27
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34:39
EP26: From VP to CTO - A Story of Growth with Tim Richardson from Playroll
Tim Richardson, the CTO of Playroll, brings a wealth of experience from his background and passion for software development. At Unibuddy, he was motivated by the company's mission and the chance to impact young people's choices. Tr...
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Episode 26
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29:42
EP25: Navigating the Cyber Threat Landscape - Insights from Corvus Insurance's Ryan Bell
In an engaging session of Tech Captains, we explore the dynamic field of cybersecurity with Ryan Bell, Threats Intelligence Manager at Corvus Insurance. Ryan, with his extensive background in cyber threat mitigation and a rich academic history,...
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Episode 25
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28:42
EP24: Navigating the Digital Health Revolution - A Conversation with RJ Kedziora
RJ Kedziora shares insights from his multifaceted career. As a co-founder of Estenda Solutions and CTO of Saturn Care, Kedziora has significantly contributed to digital health innovation.He reflects on the evolution of data in healthcar...
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Episode 24
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31:54
EP23: From Code to CTO: David Spencer's Journey in Tech Innovation
Join us with David Spencer, CTO at Acceleration, as we delve into the intersection of advertising and cloud technology. Discover how Acceleration leverages AI and machine learning for competitive client differentiation, and explore...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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32:53
Best Of Tech Captains 2023
In this episode with the best of 2023 you will find:Colin Eberhard of Scott Logic talks about being shaped by early career choicesTobias Rijken of Kheiron Medical on how they are fighting cancer with AI
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EP22: Innovating Global Payments - Insights from GoCardless' Neil Turner
In this episode of Tech Captains, Neil Turner, CTO of GoCardless, shares his journey from working at Capital One and Amazon to revolutionizing global recurring payments.Neil delves into the complexities and innovations at GoCardless, di...
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Episode 22
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34:29
EP21: Innovating Healthcare: BI X's Digital Revolution with Janet Maldonado
In this episode of TechCaptains, Janet Maldonado, the head of engineering at BI X, Boehringer Ingelheim's digital lab, shares her fascinating journey in tech.From her roots in Mexico to her current role in Germany, Janet discusses the e...
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Episode 21
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22:59
EP20: From Middle School Teacher to CTO, Sue Li's Unconventional Tech Journey
In this Tech Captains episode, Sue Li, CTO at Swipe Guide, shares her unique journey from a middle school teacher in Hawaii to becoming a CTO in Amsterdam.She highlights the significance of interdisciplinary skills and a holistic approa...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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28:23
EP19: From Electrical Engineering to Tech Leadership, Krishna Rapuru's Journey at Deliveroo
In this episode of TechCaptains, we welcome Krishna Rapuru, an engineering manager at Deliveroo, known for its online food delivery services across Europe.Krishna shares her journey from India to the UK and her transition from electrica...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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27:19
EP18: Modernizing Legacy Tech in the Public Sector, with Laura Burnett
In this episode, we explore the dynamic world of technology leadership. We welcome Laura Burnett, Head of Delivery at Made Tech, discussing her journey from a background in microbiology to a career in tech.Laura's role involves ensuring...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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25:30
EP17: How AI is Making a Difference in Breast Cancer Detection, with Tobias Rijken
In this episode of Tech Captains, we dive into the world of transformative healthcare technology with Tobias Rijken, co-founder of Kheiron Medical.He shares his journey from the early days of studying machine learning at UCL to addressi...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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33:09