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Dive into an engaging speed round from THINK Business LIVE with Jon Dwoskin and Grant Farhall, Chief Product Officer of Getty Images and iStock. These quick-fire questions and candid answers reveal best advice, favorite books, and personal insights. Watch the full episode Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big! Connect with Grant Farhall: Website: https://www.gettyimages.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grant-farhall-95640921 *E – explicit language may be used in this podcast.
In this episode of Builders Wanted, we are joined by Deepak Singh, Vice President of Developer Agents and Experiences at AWS, and Inbal Shani, Chief Product Officer and Head of R&D at Twilio. They discuss what it means to build with AI, the evolution of developer tools, and how they are assisting customers in leveraging AI for customer engagement and innovation. The conversation covers the importance of curiosity, adaptability, and trust in this new era of AI-powered development.-------------------Key Takeaways:Developers need to be curious and adaptable to thrive in the rapidly evolving AI landscape.Successful AI implementation relies on building trust, simplifying processes, and focusing on customer outcomes.Enabling experimentation while managing risk helps organizations fully leverage the potential of AI.-------------------“It is very easy for a dev team or a product team to say, ah, this is the best way of doing something and we are going to follow this through wherever we want to. Instead of working with customers to understand, do you even care? I think with AI it's very important to take constraints away. So if you combine listening to customers and unconstraining your thinking, you can accomplish a lot.” – Deepak Singh“ When you're using AI, you need to understand that using a model, training a model, having the data, having a feedback loop, all of that is not a magical thing that just happens by itself. It requires investment and you need to be serious about it. When looking to take AI into production, you need to understand what is the complexity of the problem you're trying to solve, and how to deploy the right AI solution to really solve that problem versus swinging by.” – Inbal Shani-------------------Episode Timestamps:*(02:35) - What it means to be a builder and the hardest part about building tools *(10:50) - The most exciting shift happening in the developer ecosystem*(21:17) - How to manage risk with the pace of innovation *(26:15) - What people underestimate about building AI products at scale *(40:57) - A recent signal that excites Deepak and Inbal about the future *(43:52) - Quick hits-------------------Links:Connect with Deepak on LinkedInConnect with Inbal on LinkedInConnect with Kailey on LinkedInLearn more about Caspian Studios-------------------SponsorBuilders Wanted is brought to you by Twilio – the Customer Engagement Platform that helps builders turn real-time data into meaningful customer experiences. More than 320,000 businesses trust Twilio to transform signals into connections—and connections into revenue. Ready to build what's next? Learn more at twilio.com.
Before a power crew rolls out to check a transformer, sensors on the grid have often already flagged the problem. Before your smart dishwasher starts its cycle, it might wait for off-peak energy rates. And in the world of autonomous vehicles, lightweight systems constantly scan road conditions before a decision ever reaches the car's central processor.These aren't the heroes of their respective systems. They're the scouts, the context-builders: automated agents that make the entire operation more efficient, timely, and scalable.Cybersecurity is beginning to follow the same path.In an era of relentless digital noise and limited human capacity, AI agents are being deployed to look first, think fast, and flag what matters before security teams ever engage. But these aren't the cartoonish “AI firefighters” some might suggest. They're logical engines operating at scale: pruning data, enriching signals, simulating outcomes, and preparing workflows with precision."AI agents are redefining how security teams operate, especially when time and talent are limited," says Kumar Saurabh, CEO of AirMDR. "These agents do more than filter noise. They interpret signals, build context, and prepare response actions before a human ever gets involved."This shift from reactive firefighting to proactive triage is happening across cybersecurity domains. In detection, AI agents monitor user behavior and flag anomalies in real time, often initiating mitigation actions like isolating compromised devices before escalation is needed. In prevention, they simulate attacker behaviors and pressure-test systems, flagging unseen vulnerabilities and attack paths. In response, they compile investigation-ready case files that allow human analysts to jump straight into action."Low-latency, on-device AI agents can operate closer to the data source, better enabling anomaly detection, threat triaging, and mitigation in milliseconds," explains Shomron Jacob, Head of Applied Machine Learning and Platform at Iterate.ai. "This not only accelerates response but also frees up human analysts to focus on complex, high-impact investigations."Fred Wilmot, Co-Founder and CEO of Detecteam, points out that agentic systems are advancing limited expertise by amplifying professionals in multiple ways. "Large foundation models are driving faster response, greater context and more continuous optimization in places like SOC process and tools, threat hunting, detection engineering and threat intelligence operationalization," Wilmot explains. "We're seeing the dawn of a new way to understand data, behavior and process, while optimizing how we ask the question efficiently, confirm the answer is correct and improve the next answer from the data interaction our agents just had."Still, real-world challenges persist. Costs for tokens and computing power can quickly outstrip the immediate benefit of agentic approaches at scale. Organizations leaning on smaller, customized models may see greater returns but must invest in AI engineering practices to truly realize this advantage. "Companies have to get comfortable with the time and energy required to produce incremental gains," Wilmot adds, "but the incentive to innovate from zero to one in minutes should outweigh the cost of standing still."Analysts at Forrester have noted that while the buzz around so-called agentic AI is real, these systems are only as effective as the context and guardrails they operate within. The power of agentic systems lies in how well they stay grounded in real data, well-defined scopes, and human oversight. ¹ ²While approaches differ, the business case is clear. AI agents can reduce toil, speed up analysis, and extend the reach of small teams. As Saurabh observes, AI agents that handle triage and enrichment in minutes can significantly reduce investigation times and allow analysts to focus on the incidents that truly require human judgment.As organizations wrestle with a growing attack surface and shrinking response windows, the real value of AI agents might not lie in what they replace, but in what they prepare. Rob Allen, Chief Product Officer at ThreatLocker, points out, "AI can help you detect faster. But Zero Trust stops malware before it ever runs. It's not about guessing smarter; it's about not having to guess at all." While AI speeds detection and response, attackers are also using AI to evade defenses, making it vital to pair smart automation with architectures that deny threats by default and only allow what's explicitly needed.These agents are the eyes ahead, the hands that set the table, and increasingly the reason why the real work can begin faster and smarter than ever before.References1. Forrester. (2024, February 8). Cybersecurity's latest buzzword has arrived: What agentic AI is — and isn't. Forrester Blogs. https://www.forrester.com/blogs/cybersecuritys-latest-buzzword-has-arrived-what-agentic-ai-is-and-isnt/ (cc: Allie Mellen and Rowan Curran)2. Forrester. (2024, March 13). The battle for grounding has begun. Forrester Blogs. https://www.forrester.com/blogs/the-battle-for-grounding-has-begun/ (cc: Ted Schadler)________This story represents the results of an interactive collaboration between Human Cognition and Artificial Intelligence.Enjoy, think, share with others, and subscribe to "The Future of Cybersecurity" newsletter on LinkedIn.Sincerely, Sean Martin and TAPE3________Sean Martin is a life-long musician and the host of the Music Evolves Podcast; a career technologist, cybersecurity professional, and host of the Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast; and is also the co-host of both the Random and Unscripted Podcast and On Location Event Coverage Podcast. These shows are all part of ITSPmagazine—which he co-founded with his good friend Marco Ciappelli, to explore and discuss topics at The Intersection of Technology, Cybersecurity, and Society.™️Want to connect with Sean and Marco On Location at an event or conference near you? See where they will be next: https://www.itspmagazine.com/on-locationTo learn more about Sean, visit his personal website.
In this episode of The Product Experience, Lily Smith and Randy Silver speak with Dee Miller, Director of Product Strategy and Insights for Product Equity at Adobe. Dee shares her personal journey into inclusive design, and discusses how Adobe is moving beyond accessibility compliance to build genuinely usable, inclusive, and emotionally accessible products. Featured Links: Follow Dee on LinkedIn | The Adobe Accessibility Checker | Listen to previous The Product Experience episode: 'Building Accessible Products' with Jonathan Hassell (CEO & Founder, Hassell Inclusion) Our HostsLily Smith enjoys working as a consultant product manager with early-stage and growing startups and as a mentor to other product managers. She's currently Chief Product Officer at BBC Maestro, and has spent 13 years in the tech industry working with startups in the SaaS and mobile space. She's worked on a diverse range of products – leading the product teams through discovery, prototyping, testing and delivery. Lily also founded ProductTank Bristol and runs ProductCamp in Bristol and Bath. Randy Silver is a Leadership & Product Coach and Consultant. He gets teams unstuck, helping you to supercharge your results. Randy's held interim CPO and Leadership roles at scale-ups and SMEs, advised start-ups, and been Head of Product at HSBC and Sainsbury's. He participated in Silicon Valley Product Group's Coaching the Coaches forum, and speaks frequently at conferences and events. You can join one of communities he runs for CPOs (CPO Circles), Product Managers (Product In the {A}ether) and Product Coaches. He's the author of What Do We Do Now? A Product Manager's Guide to Strategy in the Time of COVID-19. A recovering music journalist and editor, Randy also launched Amazon's music stores in the US & UK.
In this episode of Recycled Content, host Kara Pochiro is joined by Meredith Boyd, Executive Vice President and Chief Product Officer at Unifi, to discuss the innovation behind REPREVE®, which received the APR Recycling Technology Innovation Award. Together, they explore how REPREVE® has transformed textile recycling by leveraging multiple sources into different sustainable fibers. Meredith shares insights on the importance of transparency, sustainability, and market diversity in building a true circular economy, as well as why textile recycling is about longevity, rather than “downcycling.” The conversation highlights how policy and mindset shifts drive change, the challenges of the recycling industry, and offers insights into what the future holds for textile recycling. Tune in!
This episode of The Shipping Podcast is brought to you by Veson AI can provide valuable decision-making support in maritime supply chain management and it is not just a dry academic exercise: in this podcast we hear that we should play with it and have some fun along the way Eric Christofferson is Chief Product Officer at Veson Nautical, which is a provider of maritime data and freight management solutions to support global commerce. His experience with AI outside maritime reveal interesting insights in how to approach AI and get the most from it. Eric Christofferson shares his perspective on AI's role in the maritime industry coming from the fintech industry. There are some interesting differences between them, in particular its management of data standards and information. In this podcast, he discusses how shipping relies heavily on what he calls traditional tools, such as emails and messaging services, saying that managers have to “mine that information and … structure the unstructured data.” In fintech, data is more organised. Algorithms can execute trades based on such parameters as price points and market movements but shipping has not yet reached a level of standardisation that would allow AI to make equivalent decisions. “In this industry, I haven't seen a clean enough data set for that type of guidance to be given,” Mr Christofferson says. But in this podcast, he is confident that solutions that Veson and others provide offer “really compelling workflows and solutions” that can address this situation, bringing together data from disparate and unstructured sources. He explores whether decisions are better if they are supported by AI and believes it can play an important role in decision making. During the podcast, he offers some practical advice on getting the best out of AI-based decisions, saying that it is important to decide where in a workflow they will add value. This is how Veson approaches its work with clients and within its own organisation when introducing AI across its portfolio of solutions. He also shares why it's important to avoid “trying to ‘AI' everything”, why not everything is suitable for an AI solution and how to make using AI fun in an organisation. He tells the podcast that it is important to build trust for AI-generated decisions, describing that process in a similar way to developing a human relationship; “you can trust it, but you verify it,” he says. And because it can streamline data input and communication between systems, it enables people to focus on other decision-making priorities and allows them “to connect with each other at a human level” he says.
Next in Media discusses the evolving role of influencers in marketing with Megan Pagliuca, Chief Product Officer at Omnicom Media Group, and Khurrum Malik, Head of Marketing for Walmart Connect, focusing on how data and new strategies are integrating influencers into broader media plans to drive sales and brand building.
We are LIVE with a powerful kickoff episode featuring Jeetu Patel, Cisco's President and Chief Product Officer. In this kick-off episode, Jeetu reveals the core philosophy reshaping Cisco: “Quality is priority zero.” This is not the Cisco you knew 20 years ago. It's a company redefining itself as an AI market leader, the incredible impact of Cisco SEs and Partners: “we've got to take the message and go to every single customer to re-educate the market on who Cisco is.” Hear directly from Jeetu how Cisco is “side by side with our partner community fighting the fight” in this new era of monumental change. If you're excited to hear more about Cisco's relevancy spanning across all verticals, you'll definitely want to tune in!
Ingram Micro suffers a ransomware attack by the SafePay gang. Spanish police dismantle a large-scale investment fraud ring. The SatanLock ransomware group says it is shutting down. Brazilian police arrest a man accused of stealing over $100 million from the country's banking system. Qantas confirms contact from a “potential cybercriminal” following its recent customer data breach. The XWorm RAT evolves to better evade detection. Cybercriminals ramp up fraudulent domains ahead of Amazon Prime day. Apple sues a former engineer allegedly stealing confidential data. Our guest is Rob Allen, Chief Product Officer at Threat Locker, discussing why 'Default Deny' could be the Antidote to Security Fatigue. AI image editing blurs the evidence. Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Miss an episode? Sign-up for our daily intelligence roundup, Daily Briefing, and you'll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow CyberWire Daily on LinkedIn. CyberWire Guest On our Industry Voices segment, we are joined by Rob Allen, Chief Product Officer at Threat Locker, discussing From Noise to Control: Why 'Default Deny' Is the Antidote to Security Fatigue. If you want to hear more from Rob or Threat Locker, you can listen to them here. Selected Reading Ingram Micro outage caused by SafePay ransomware attack (Bleeping Computer) Police dismantles investment fraud ring stealing €10 million (Bleeping Computer) SatanLock Ransomware Ends Operations, Says Stolen Data Will Be Leaked (Hackread) Police in Brazil Arrest a Suspect Over $100M Banking Hack (SecurityWeek) Qantas Contacted by Potential Cybercriminal Following Data Breach (Infosecurity Magazine) Arbor Associates reports data breach exposing patient information (Beyond Machines) XWorm RAT Deploys New Stagers and Loaders to Bypass Defenses (GB Hackers) Amazon Prime Day 2025: Deals Await, But So Do the Cyber Criminals (Check Point) Apple Accuses Ex-Engineer Of Stealing Vision Pro Secrets, Silently Accepting Job At Snap Inc., And Covering His Tracks By Wiping Data From Work Laptop (WCCF TECH) Cops Use ChatGPT to Edit Drugs Bust Photo, Goes Horribly Wrong (PetaPixel) Audience Survey Complete our annual audience survey before August 31. Want to hear your company in the show? You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here's our media kit. Contact us at cyberwire@n2k.com to request more info. The CyberWire is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
AGNTCY - Unlock agents at scale with an open Internet of Agents. Visit https://agntcy.org/ and add your support. How AI Is Transforming the Physical World | Samsara's Vision for the Future of Operations In this episode of Eye on AI, Craig Smith sits down with Kiren Sekar, Chief Product Officer at Samsara, to explore how AI, edge computing, and IoT are revolutionizing the world of physical operations - from fleets and factories to farms and field teams. Samsara has quietly become the digital backbone for thousands of frontline businesses, collecting trillions of data points across vehicles, tools, and teams. Kiren explains how they're building AI-powered systems that don't just collect data, they deliver real-time safety alerts, optimize routes, track fuel efficiency, and even coach drivers automatically. Whether you work in tech, operations, or AI, this episode shows how AI is finally meeting the real world. Check our Samsara, AI Build for Physical Operations: https://www.samsara.com/ Stay Updated: Craig Smith on X:https://x.com/craigss Eye on A.I. on X: https://x.com/EyeOn_AI (00:00) Preview (02:01) Kiren Sekar's Background and Why Samsara Was Founded (06:38) The Real-World Impact of Samsara's AI Systems (09:04) What Changed After Samsara Went Public (11:09) How Samsara Gives Businesses Visibility Into Operations (13:08) The Hardware and Cellular Network Powering Samsara (14:13) AI to Detect Driving Risks (23:13) Tracking Every Asset: From Cranes to Toolkits (25:20) Why Even Mid-Sized Companies Can Use Samsara Easily (27:25) Regional Dashboards and AI Insights for Executives (29:57) How Samsara Decides Where to Apply AI (32:54) Can AI Read Handwritten Forms? (35:31) The AI Models Samsara Uses (39:21) What Samsara Processes at the Edge vs in the Cloud (43:00) Why Samsara Keeps Its R&D Team Small and Fast (46:35) Why Legacy Industries Are Finally Adopting AI (49:12) What Agentic AI Workflows Look Like at Samsara (54:53) What's Next: AI Voice Assistants for Field Worker
Multi-agentic AI is rewriting the future of work.... but are we racing ahead without checking for warning signs?Microsoft's new agent systems can split up work, make choices, and act on their own. The possibilities? Massive.But it's not without risks, which is why you NEED to listen to Sarah Bird. She's the Chief Product Officer of Responsible AI at Microsoft and is constantly building out safer agentic AI. So what's really at stake when AIs start making decisions together?And how do you actually stay in control?We're pulling back the curtain on the 3 critical risks of multi-agentic AI and unveiling the playbook to navigate them safely.Newsletter: Sign up for our free daily newsletterMore on this Episode: Episode PageJoin the discussion: Have a question? Join the convo here.Upcoming Episodes: Check out the upcoming Everyday AI Livestream lineupWebsite: YourEverydayAI.comEmail The Show: info@youreverydayai.comConnect with Jordan on LinkedInTopics Covered in This Episode:Responsible AI: Evolution and ChallengesAgentic AI's Ethical ImplicationsMulti-Agentic AI Responsibility ShiftMicrosoft's AI Governance StrategiesTesting Multi-Agentic Risks and PatternsAgentic AI: Future Workforce SkillsObservability in Multi-Agentic SystemsThree Risk Categories in AI ImplementationTimestamps:00:00 Evolving Challenges in Responsible AI05:50 Agent Technology: Benefits and Risks09:27 Complex System Governance and Observability12:26 AI Monitoring and Human Intervention15:14 Essential Testing for Trust Building19:43 Securing AI Agents with Entra22:06 Exploring Human-AI Interface Innovation26:06 AI Workforce Integration Challenges28:22 AI's Transformative Impact on JobsKeywords:Agentic AI, multi agentic AI, responsible AI, generative AI, Microsoft Build conference, AI governance, AI ethics, AI systems, AI risk, AI mitigation, AI tools, human in the loop, Foundry observability, AI testing, system security, AI monitoring, user intent, AI capability, prompt injection, Copilot, AI orchestration, AI deployment, system governance, Entra agent ID, AI education, AI upskilling, AI workforce integration, systemic risk, AI misuse, AI malfunctions, AI systemic risk, AI-powered solutions, AI development, AI innovation, AI technology, AI security measures.Send Everyday AI and Jordan a text message. (We can't reply back unless you leave contact info) Ready for ROI on GenAI? Go to youreverydayai.com/partner
Empowering Innovation with Steve Hatchett – The Story Behind Prism iOIn this eye-opening episode, Steve Hatchett, Nu Skin's Chief Product Officer, shares the remarkable journey behind Prysm iO—the groundbreaking evolution of the BioPhotonic Scanner. Discover how a bold challenge to make cutting-edge wellness technology portable, affordable, and intelligent sparked a wave of innovation powered by machine learning, AI, global research partnerships, and 26 million data points.Steve walks us through how Prysm iO represents a massive leap in personalized nutrition—delivering real-time biomarker scans, custom supplement recommendations, and business tools that could revolutionize how people build and scale wellness enterprises. This is more than a product launch—it's a glimpse into the future of intelligent wellness, accessible to millions.
New research estimates the value of Zero Trust. Using the Marsh McLennan Cyber Risk Intelligence Center's proprietary cyber losses dataset from the past eight years, researchers estimated that overall cyber losses could have been potentially reduced by up to 31% had the organizations widely deployed zero-trust security. This adds up to a projected reduction of up to $465 billion in global annual total economic losses. But Zero Trust projects have struggled due to complexity. Rob Allen, Chief Product Officer at ThreatLocker, joins Business Security Weekly to discuss the simplicity of Zero Trust Endpoint Protection and how it can drive value. Rob will discuss how the ThreatLocker® Zero Trust Endpoint Protection Platform offers a unified approach to protecting users, devices, and networks with ease of deployment and management. Zero Trust doesn't have to be complex. This segment is sponsored by ThreatLocker. Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/threatlocker to learn more about them! Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/bsw for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/bsw-402
In this episode, Rehman Baig, Chief Product Officer at FlexFactor joins Drew Edmond to talk about how FlexFactor is rethinking payments optimization through a Merchant of Record model. For most people in the industry, “Merchant of Record” is usually associated with global tax compliance and marketplaces, not optimization. But FlexFactor is using it to directly address failed payments and auth rate challenges in a way that merchants simply can't do on their own. This is a fascinating conversation for anyone working to solve performance issues at scale, especially if your team has ever looked at your decline rate and said, “We've tried everything. What now?”
In this episode of The Product Experience, Lily and Randy speak with Faith Forster about the art of aligning product work with commercial outcomes. From redefining velocity as a function of customer value to implementing impact models that quantify ROI, Faith outlines practical frameworks to help product teams think commercially without compromising user value. She also explores the evolving role of AI in product development, the necessity of syncing planning cycles with business units, and why happy teams are the cornerstone of faster, better delivery.Key takeawaysVelocity = Value: Product velocity isn't about coding speed—it's about reducing time to customer value to improve ROI and lower opportunity cost.Impact Modelling: A disciplined approach to estimating commercial outcomes before development helps product teams understand and justify their work.AI Integration: Teams are expected to primarily use AI tools within three months to boost delivery speed and build organisational capability.Viability from Day One: Pricing and revenue potential must be considered from the outset—not after feature completion.Cross-Functional Alignment: Successful planning requires synchronising product cycles with finance, sales, and marketing calendars.Happy Teams, Better Results: Reducing friction between design, engineering, and product roles directly impacts delivery speed and feature quality.Chapters00:00 – Redefining velocity: Why speed isn't just about code01:05 – Faith's journey from Dex to Legal03:02 – Introducing the commercial value talk04:51 – Understanding the P&L from a product lens08:07 – Why team cost-awareness matters10:00 – Building better impact models12:25 – Increasing ROI through value velocity16:37 – The AI imperative: Adoption, anxiety, and accelerationOur HostsLily Smith enjoys working as a consultant product manager with early-stage and growing startups and as a mentor to other product managers. She's currently Chief Product Officer at BBC Maestro, and has spent 13 years in the tech industry working with startups in the SaaS and mobile space. She's worked on a diverse range of products – leading the product teams through discovery, prototyping, testing and delivery. Lily also founded ProductTank Bristol and runs ProductCamp in Bristol and Bath. Randy Silver is a Leadership & Product Coach and Consultant. He gets teams unstuck, helping you to supercharge your results. Randy's held interim CPO and Leadership roles at scale-ups and SMEs, advised start-ups, and been Head of Product at HSBC and Sainsbury's. He participated in Silicon Valley Product Group's Coaching the Coaches forum, and speaks frequently at conferences and events. You can join one of communities he runs for CPOs (CPO Circles), Product Managers (Product In the {A}ether) and Product Coaches. He's the author of What Do We Do Now? A Product Manager's Guide to Strategy in the Time of COVID-19. A recovering music journalist and editor, Randy also launched Amazon's music stores in the US & UK.
New research estimates the value of Zero Trust. Using the Marsh McLennan Cyber Risk Intelligence Center's proprietary cyber losses dataset from the past eight years, researchers estimated that overall cyber losses could have been potentially reduced by up to 31% had the organizations widely deployed zero-trust security. This adds up to a projected reduction of up to $465 billion in global annual total economic losses. But Zero Trust projects have struggled due to complexity. Rob Allen, Chief Product Officer at ThreatLocker, joins Business Security Weekly to discuss the simplicity of Zero Trust Endpoint Protection and how it can drive value. Rob will discuss how the ThreatLocker® Zero Trust Endpoint Protection Platform offers a unified approach to protecting users, devices, and networks with ease of deployment and management. Zero Trust doesn't have to be complex. This segment is sponsored by ThreatLocker. Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/threatlocker to learn more about them! Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/bsw for all the latest episodes! Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/bsw-402
Michael Sacca didn't start out coding - he started out as a musician. In college, he studied music business and wanted to go into that world. Eventually, he figured out that people didn't care that you had a music business degree, and he ended up waiting tables for a few years. After watching his roommate write software and get paid well to do it, he decided to learn to code himself. Outside of tech, he lives in Vancouver with his wife and 2 kids, coaching soccer and flag football. He mentioned it can be a pain to go out to eat with him cause he has celiac, and avoids gluten.Prior to his current role, Michael was the Chief Product Officer at Dribbble. After he left that company and dabbled in some other ventures, he was approached about a CEO role at a well known darling company in Minneapolis.This is Michael's creation story at Leadpages.SponsorsPaddle.comSema SoftwarePropelAuthPostmanMeilisearchMailtrap.TECH DomainsLinkshttps://www.leadpages.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelsacca/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/code-story/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jeetu Patel, President and Chief Product Officer at Cisco, joins Ann on this week's episode of Afternoon Cyber Tea to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the cybersecurity landscape. Jeetu shares insights on the urgent need for machine-scale defenses, the potential for defenders to finally tip the scale against attackers, and the importance of collaboration across the industry. They discuss the evolution of agentic AI, the challenges of innovation fragmentation, and why cybersecurity must become more accessible and effective to keep pace with modern threats. Resources: View Jeetu Patel On LinkedIn View Ann Johnson on LinkedIn Related Microsoft Podcasts: Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast The BlueHat Podcast Uncovering Hidden Risks Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson is produced by Microsoft and distributed as part of N2K media network.
Tomer London is the co-founder and Chief Product Officer at Gusto, the payroll and people platform used by over 400,000 businesses. He grew up helping run his dad's clothing store in Israel — an experience that sparked his mission to build better tools for small business owners. After moving to the US for a PhD at Stanford, he met his co-founders and started Gusto. In today's episode, we discuss: Reinventing payroll without any prior experience Why you should hire for humility, not just talent Gusto's scrappy customer research: cold calling from a walk-in closet Why founders should embrace customer rejection Why “emotional urgency” matters more than polite feedback The weekly co-founder ritual that built trust How Gusto expanded from payroll to a multi-product platform Building products customers actually love And so much more Referenced: ADP Eddie Kim Gusto Intuit Josh Reeves Paychex Steve Jobs' “Secrets to Life” clip Steve Jobs' Stanford Commencement Speech Wells Fargo Y Combinator Where to find Tomer: LinkedIn Twitter/X Where to find Brett: LinkedIn Twitter/X Where to find First Round Capital: Website First Round Review Twitter/X YouTube This podcast on all platforms Timestamps: (00:00) How a childhood around SMBs shaped Tomer's founder mindset (03:24) The three things that led to the creation of Gusto (07:17) Hiring for humility, not just talent (09:28) The tug-of-war test for product-market fit (11:58) Why founders should actively seek rejection (15:34) Gusto's scrappy customer research: cold calling from a walk-in closet (17:45) Betting on SMBs – and ignoring investor advice (20:44) “It's not an MVP, it's something that wows people” (24:09) Serving SMBs vs. startups (28:36) How to find the right co-founders (31:09) The weekly co-founder ritual that built trust (35:02) Reinventing payroll without any prior experience (38:49) Gusto's “start small” GTM playbook (42:16) The big opportunity Gusto wishes they tackled sooner (43:58) How switching costs became Gusto's moat (47:25) The two lucky breaks that gave Gusto an edge (51:56) What Tomer learned about customers from his dad's clothing store
In this episode of Passion to Profession—presented by eBay—we sit down with Tim, the founder and Chief Product Officer at COMC. What started as a side hustle built to simplify card buying and selling has grown into one of the largest platforms in the hobby.Tim shares the original spark that led him to build COMC after leaving Microsoft, what it means to solve real problems for collectors, and how staying close to the cards—both as a developer and a collector—shaped every decision along the way.We talk about passion, product, and what's next for COMC as they prepare to roll out innovations two decades in the making.Plus, Tim opens up about his WNBA collection, including his 2019 Optic Gold Vinyl Sue Bird 1/1 PSA 10 and what drives him to keep building for the hobby he loves.A special thank you to eBay for sponsoring Passion to Profession. The biggest and best marketplace to buy your next favorite trading card.Get exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast Patreon[Distributed on Sunday] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this linkFollow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | TiktokFollow COMC | Website | eBay | Instagram
Send me a messageProcurement has come a long way, from back-office cost-cutting to a central role in driving sustainability, risk management, and supply chain resilience. In this episode of the Sustainable Supply Chain podcast, I sat down with Pierre Laprée, Chief Product Officer at SpendHQ, to unpack what that transformation looks like in practice.Pierre shares sharp insights on how procurement teams can baseline and reduce scope 3 emissions, track supplier diversity, and manage supply chain risk, not with static spreadsheets, but with actionable, real-time data. We explored how supplier risk has expanded from purely financial to include cyber threats, ESG exposure, and geopolitical volatility, and how too many organisations are still flying blind.He explains how SpendHQ's performance management platform helps procurement leaders move from annual targets to rolling forecasts, enabling faster course correction and real impact, not just reporting.We also discussed:Why ESG issues like forced labour and deforestation are no longer just reputational risks, they're operational liabilitiesHow procurement can help suppliers get better, not just cheaperThe critical role of data quality in turning AI from buzzword to business toolIf you're in supply chain, procurement, or sustainability and trying to make sense of today's risk landscape, this episode is for you.
Zachary Bobroff, Chief Product Officer at AMI, joined us on #JSATV at DCD Connect New York to discuss the future of server management in today's multi-vendor landscape. From retrofitting legacy infrastructure to supporting AI-driven technologies, AMI is revolutionizing data center management with a vendor-agnostic software approach.
On todays episode Danny is joined by Chee Mun Foong the Chief Product Officer of YTL–Sea Digital Bank, where he leads the design and execution of next-generation financial products for Malaysia's newest digital banking venture. A seasoned fintech leader, Chee Mun was previously the Co-Founder and CTO of MoneyLion, one of the first neobanks in the U.S., where he helped scale the platform to millions of users through innovative credit, investment, and personal finance tools. With deep expertise in digital banking, embedded finance, and product-led growth, Chee Mun brings a unique blend of technical vision and business acumen to every transformation challenge.In this podcast, Chee Mun shares his insights on building a digital bank from scratch. Including what's been the most energizing and challenging part of designing a digital bank from the ground up...Plus:- Inclusion not as a feature, but as a core design principle- How to build scalable, modular products that can adapt to rapid changes in regulation, customer needs, and competition - without losing speed- How to balance sleek digital UX with the robustness and reassurance users expect from a bank- How to approach designing digital products that resonate with Malaysian users, while also meeting global benchmarks- How to build and lead product teams that can handle complexity, uncertainty, and a deeply collaborative environment- Looking back on your career - from early fintech to now - what are some product lessons that have stuck with Chee Mun?Are you getting every episode of Digital Transformation & Leadership in your favourite podcast player? You can find us Apple Podcasts and Spotify to subscribe.
the Screwtape Letters coming to Pgh … GUEST Max McLean … award-winning actor and founder/artistic director of NYC-based Fellowship for Performing Arts, which produces theatre & film from a Christian worldview meant to engage diverse audiences. **Developing a reading habit: there’s some interesting research about how who‘s reading and not … GUEST Joel Miller … Chief Product Officer for FullFocus (they create books, podcasts, articles, courses, & the Full Focus Planner) and host of the substack Miller’s Book Reviews. Drafts and trades in professional sports … GUEST Dr Richard Mouw ... Professor of faith and public life at Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, CA, where he served as president for 20 yrs ... He has written numerous books, including “Adventures in Evangelical Civility,” “Uncommon Decency,” “Calvinism in the Las Vegas Airport,”“The Smell of Sawdust,” and the newest “Restless Faith: Holding evangelical beliefs in a world of Contested Labels”.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
For a long time, the promise that artificial intelligence offered to radiology has been especially exciting. In this video, Thomas Bertinotti, Chief Product Officer and VP of Business Operations USA at Therapixel, describes how that company's AI-based product helps radiologists improve breast cancer detection. MammoScreen is now integrated into the cloud based PACS platform from RamSoft, described here by Rob Sandler, RamSoft's Chief Marketing Officer and Head of Global Partnerships.Learn more about RamSoft: https://www.ramsoft.com/Learn more about TheraPixel: https://www.therapixel.com/Health IT Community: https://www.healthcareittoday.com/
What happens when a seasoned sales and engineering leader becomes a CPO? Vidya Dinamani and Heather Samarin sit down with Jim Shaw, Chief Product Officer at Acquia, as he shares his journey into product leadership and what he's learned along the way. From navigating imposter syndrome to bridging gaps between sales and product, Jim dives into the importance of clarify, mission-driven teams, and cross-functional alignment. A must-listen for anyone leading through influence in complex organizations.
In this episode of The Product Experience, Lily and Randy sit down with Moshe Mikanovsky—product coach, educator, and host of the Product for Product podcast—to explore what makes an effective product management toolkit. From identifying the real problems in your workflow to choosing and implementing tools that stick, Moshe outlines a pragmatic, user-centric approach to tool selection. Chapters:2:59 – From Engineering to Product Management5:25 – Why Choosing Tools is Hard8:11 – Elements of a Product Stack10:49 – From Roadmaps to Analytics14:01 – A Framework for Selecting Tools18:01 – Comparing Tools Beyond Features21:18 – Test and Validate Your Tool Choices26:01 – Why Implementation is Critical28:04 – What's Changing in Product Tools29:26 – AI and the Future of Product Management32:01 – Keeping Your Stack Modern34:29 – Making the Case for Budget & ROI37:23 – When ROI Forces a Change38:45 – Final Thoughts & Listener Call to ActionFeatured Links: Follow Moshe on LinkedIn | Moshe's Product Manager Toolkit | PostHogOur HostsLily Smith enjoys working as a consultant product manager with early-stage and growing startups and as a mentor to other product managers. She's currently Chief Product Officer at BBC Maestro, and has spent 13 years in the tech industry working with startups in the SaaS and mobile space. She's worked on a diverse range of products – leading the product teams through discovery, prototyping, testing and delivery. Lily also founded ProductTank Bristol and runs ProductCamp in Bristol and Bath. Randy Silver is a Leadership & Product Coach and Consultant. He gets teams unstuck, helping you to supercharge your results. Randy's held interim CPO and Leadership roles at scale-ups and SMEs, advised start-ups, and been Head of Product at HSBC and Sainsbury's. He participated in Silicon Valley Product Group's Coaching the Coaches forum, and speaks frequently at conferences and events. You can join one of communities he runs for CPOs (CPO Circles), Product Managers (Product In the {A}ether) and Product Coaches. He's the author of What Do We Do Now? A Product Manager's Guide to Strategy in the Time of COVID-19. A recovering music journalist and editor, Randy also launched Amazon's music stores in the US & UK.
Many businesses, especially small businesses are facing uncertainty with the latest roll outs with tariffs so we checked in with Shruti Patel, Chief Product Officer for Business Banking with U.S. Bank - she breaks it all down as to where recent survey's stand on business and what the current small business landscape looks like!
Step into the world of payment innovation with Pierre Aurel, Chief Product Officer, and Norman Frankel, Chief Growth Officer at Stanchion Payments as they demystify SoftPOS technology - the revolutionary software turning ordinary smartphones into powerful payment terminals.SoftPOS fundamentally transforms how merchants accept payments, enabling any NFC-capable Android or iOS device to process contactless transactions without specialized hardware. This breakthrough eliminates barriers for small businesses, sole proprietors, and mobile vendors who previously couldn't justify the expense of traditional payment terminals. As Norman reveals, one European bank reported that 25% of all their acquired transactions came from SoftPOS applications just one year after launch - a testament to the technology's rapid adoption.Security concerns have been meticulously addressed through rigorous standards including PCI MPOC, creating a protected environment for processing sensitive payment data on everyday devices. While implementation requires significant investment from software providers to meet these standards, the end result delivers enterprise-grade security with consumer-grade simplicity.The technology has found unexpected champions across diverse sectors. Churches embraced it during the pandemic for contactless donations, government mandates in countries like Romania and Greece accelerated adoption for tax compliance, and major retailers including Walmart and Decathlon deploy it for queue-busting and business continuity during outages.Looking ahead, Pierre envisions improvements in NFC antenna technology to enhance the payment experience, deeper integration into everyday applications, and the blurring of lines between e-commerce and in-person payments. For merchants considering the switch, the benefits are compelling - potential savings of $300+ compared to terminal rental costs, enhanced payment flexibility, and no more missed sales due to uncharged or malfunctioning hardware.
Faisal Bin Homran, Chief Product Officer at the Esports World Cup Foundation, is at the forefront of a growing esports movement in Saudi Arabia and globally. In the ever-evolving world of gaming, Saudi Arabia is emerging as a major player, actively positioning itself as a global hub for esports. This ambition is making waves worldwide, driven by a strategy backed by none other than His Royal Highness, the Crown Prince - an avid gamer himself. Faisal joins hosts Hanaa Almoaibed and Lucien Zeigler on the TWENTY30 for an exclusive conversation about his work overseeing what is now the world's largest esports tournament held annually in Riyadh: the Esports World Cup, which runs from July to August in 2025. With a prize pool of $70m and millions globally expected to tune in or visit to watch live, the Kingdom is betting big on the new sector. In the conversation with the TWENTY30, Faisal dives into the intricate ecosystem of organizations driving Saudi Arabia's esports goals. The Esports World Cup Foundation manages the global tournament and brand, while the Saudi Esports Federation handles local tournaments and talent development. Investment and infrastructure are supported by entities like the Public Investment Fund (PIF) and its subsidiaries focused on game development and esports operations. Together, they form a cohesive unit, aligning efforts to establish Saudi Arabia as a center for gaming and esports. integrating consumers and investors into this exciting ecosystem. By hosting diverse events, including the growing Esports World Cup, they aim to convert casual audiences into dedicated esports fans. These efforts are supported by a thriving network of local and international partners, ensuring that every event is a holistic celebration of gaming culture. The hosts also ask Faisal about the real-world logistics of hosting the Esports World Cup. Organizing an event of this magnitude is no small feat. Faisal emphasized the importance of meticulous planning and execution, beginning a year in advance. With numerous tournaments, stages, and arenas to manage, the challenge is substantial. After the interview with Faisal bin Homran, hosts Lucien and Hanaa catch up on some of the latest news, including some interesting stories from the recent Haj, Saudi big cats in DC, an expectation-breaking performance from the Saudi economy to start 2025, and much more.
Kanaiya Vasani, Chief Product Officer, explains how ExtraHop leverages AWS services and generative AI to help enterprise customers address the growing security challenges of uncontrolled AI adoption.Topics Include:ExtraHop reinventing network detection and response categoryPlatform addresses security, performance, compliance, forensic use casesBehavioral analysis identifies potential security threats in infrastructureNetwork observability and attack surface discovery capabilities includedApplication and network performance assurance built-in featuresTraditional IDS capability with rules and IOCs detectionPacket forensics for investigating threats and wire evidenceCloud-native implementations and compromised credential investigation supportExtraHop partnership with AWS spans 35-40 different servicesAWS handles infrastructure while ExtraHop focuses core competenciesExtraHop early adopter of generative AI in NDRNatural language interface enables rapid data access queriesEnglish questions replace complex query languages for usersAgentic AI experiments focus on SOC automation workflowsL1 and L2 analyst workflow automation improves productivityShadow AI creates major risk concern for customersUncontrolled chatbot usage risks accidental data leakageGovernance structures needed around enterprise gen AI usageVisibility required into LLM usage across infrastructure endpointsAI innovation pace challenges security industry keeping upModels evolved from billion to trillion parameters rapidlyTraditional security tools focus policies, miss real-time activity"Wire doesn't lie" - network traffic reveals actual behaviorExtraHop maps baseline behavior patterns across infrastructure endpointsAnomalous behavioral patterns flagged through network traffic analysisMCP servers enable LLM access through standardized protocolsStolen tokens allow adversaries unauthorized MCP server accessMachine learning identifies anomalous traffic patterns L2-L7 protocolsGen AI automates incident triage, investigation, response workflowsBest practices include clear policies, governance, monitoring, educationParticipants:Kanaiya Vasani – Chief Product Officer, ExtraHop NetworksSee how Amazon Web Services gives you the freedom to migrate, innovate, and scale your software company at https://aws.amazon.com/isv/Notes:
Welcome to the latest episode of L.I.F.T.S – your bite-sized dose of the Latest Industry Fitness Trends and Stories. This week, Matthew and Mohammed are joined by product strategy expert Ben Foster, former Chief Product Officer at Whoop. Together, they unpack the latest controversies in wearable tech, including Whoop 5.0's backlash, fitness subscription models, and what it really means to build customer-centric products in the AI era. They also touch on celebrity-brand partnerships, data overload in fitness apps, and what the future of health optimization looks like. A must-listen for anyone building in fitness tech or navigating today's quantified world.
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Cem Kansu is the Chief Product Officer at Duolingo, where he leads product strategy for over 90 million monthly active learners. Since joining Duolingo, Cem has played a pivotal role in driving record user engagement, revenue growth, and product innovation, including the launch of Duolingo Math and the wildly successful Duolingo Music. Under his leadership, the company has consistently ranked as the #1 education app globally. In Today's Episode We Discuss: 04:12 – Cem's Origin Story: From Google Ads to Saving Duolingo's Business 06:45 – “Mini CEO” Myth: Why PMs Need to Ditch the Ego 08:55 – The Truth About Design Speed and Pixel Perfection 11:30 – The INSANE Story Behind Duolingo's Viral Chess Launch 14:42 – Why Smaller Teams Are the Future of Product 17:20 – Duolingo's AI Playbook: How They're Building 10x Faster 20:05 – Will Engineers Even Exist in 5 Years? Cem Gets Real 26:10 – Do AI Tools Have ANY Defensibility? Cem Doesn't Hold Back 29:00 – Why Duolingo Took So Long to Monetize (And What They Learned) 33:05 – Cem on Killing Ads, Tasteful Monetization, and Investor Doubt 38:30 – The Secret to Duolingo's Paywall Strategy (And What Not to Do) 42:05 – Cem's Weirdest Retention Hack? A Single Emoji… 46:25 – The Crazy Science Behind Push Notifications at Duolingo 50:00 – In-App Purchases Done Right: GEMS, Freeze, and the Psychology of Value 53:15 – Why Cem Thinks Daily Retention Is the King Metric 55:10 – The ONE Product Feature That Changed Duolingo Forever 57:45 – Will Duolingo Become the Disney of Gen Z? 01:00:00 – Dating on Duolingo?! Cem Reacts to Harry's Craziest Product Ideas 01:03:45 – Cem's Biggest Product Mistakes — And What He'd Kill Tomorrow 01:12:00 – The One Thing Every PM Must Do to Survive the AI Wave 01:14:00 – Duolingo in 20 Years: Cem's Wildest Vision Yet
At AutoCon 3 in Prague, Scott Robohn sat down with Ernest Lefner from sponsor Gluware to talk about lessons learned throughout his career: from his early days of pulling cable to becoming Chief Product Officer at Gluware and helping to found ONUG. Ernest talks about being a continuous technology learner, and also about the need... Read more »
At AutoCon 3 in Prague, Scott Robohn sat down with Ernest Lefner from sponsor Gluware to talk about lessons learned throughout his career: from his early days of pulling cable to becoming Chief Product Officer at Gluware and helping to found ONUG. Ernest talks about being a continuous technology learner, and also about the need... Read more »
David Cramer is the co-founder of Sentry, the leading open-source error monitoring tool used by over 90,000 companies. A self-taught engineer, he went from 9th grade high school dropout and Burger King manager to building one of the most widely adopted developer tools in the world — by working hard and rejecting conventional wisdom. As of 2022, Sentry is valued at over $3 billion. David now serves as Chief Product Officer, after previously holding roles as CEO and CTO. In this episode, we discuss: How David went from managing a Burger King to landing his first job as a software engineer How an code snippet grew into a ubiquitous monitoring platform Why open source is an underrated distribution hack How a ruthless competitive streak and obsession with excellence fueled Sentry's rise And so much more… Referenced: Aaron Levie Beats by Dre Cursor Dan Levine Datadog Disqus Dropbox Heroku Max Levchin Okta Omar Johnson Oracle Sentry Satya Nadella Stripe Uber VS Code WindSurf Y Combinator Yandex Where to find David: LinkedIn Twitter/X Where to find Brett: LinkedIn Twitter/X Where to find First Round Capital: Website First Round Review Twitter/X YouTube Timestamps: (4:01) Learning to code through gaming (6:31) Dropping out of high school (9:47) Building infrastructure at Disqus (10:20) “Software is not that hard” (12:45) Early interest in open source (15:45) The birth of Sentry (23:37) Two common founder mistakes (27:13) David's unwavering focus (28:17) Sentry's journey to venture backing (36:43) Finding conviction in decisions (41:11) How Sentry found PMF (46:34) More confidence, less ego (48:08) Is sales valuable? (51:31) David's personal philosophy (1:01:17) Money is not the hardest problem (1:06:27) Marketing won't fix a bad product (1:10:34) What makes Sentry's market unique (1:16:24) “You're gonna mess up” (1:22:08) Why brand will always matter (1:30:51) Eliminating all competition
In this episode of the Product Thinking Podcast, Melissa Perri is joined by Lucie Buisson, Chief Product Officer at Contentsquare.Lucie discusses how AI is transforming digital experiences by combining quantitative and qualitative data to improve customer interactions. She highlights the role of AI in boosting productivity, allowing product managers to focus more on strategic initiatives, and fostering deeper customer connections.Lucie shares insights into the future of intent-driven and conversational interfaces, stating that understanding customer intent is crucial for creating personalized experiences. She advocates for product managers to view AI as a strategic asset that not only improves efficiency but also provides valuable customer insights.Listen to the full episode to explore how AI and data integration can revolutionize your product management strategy, making it more adaptive and customer-focused.You'll hear us talk about:- 17:37 - The Importance of Data CollaborationLucie explains how marketing, product, design, and engineering should collaborate using shared data to optimize the entire customer journey. She emphasizes the importance of a unified understanding of customer needs to avoid a fragmented experience.- 28:24 - Future of Conversational ExperiencesLucie highlights the emergence of AI agents in creating hybrid digital experiences. She predicts that future interactions will largely be conversation-driven. This will allow for more personalized customer experiences based on real-time needs.- 35:49 - Adapting to AI-driven Customer InteractionsLucie advises brands to begin integrating AI into their customer interaction strategies to avoid becoming obsolete. She warns that failing to do so risks losing emotional connections with customers, as third-party AI agents become more prevalent.Episode resources:- Lucie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucie-buisson/- AI Agents article: https://contentsquare.com/blog/contentsquare-announces-sense-ai-agent/- Check our new course: https://productinstitute.com/p/mastering-product-strategy-overviewTimestamps:00:00 Introduction02:39 Dear Melissa06:49 From startup chaos to global scale15:28 Defining digital experience analytics20:52 Unlocking accessibility with AI28:24 The future is conversational and intent-driven35:49 Advice for PMs in an AI-driven world
Transformations are hard, and too often, they fail to deliver on their promise. In this episode of The Product Experience, Lily and Randy speak with Jen Swanson, CEO of Tuckpoint Advisory Group, to unpack why transformation initiatives falter and what it truly takes to succeed.Key Takeaways— Transformation requires intentionality: Real transformation isn't accidental or surface-level; it must be deliberate, comprehensive, and backed by leadership.— Avoid ‘transformation theatre': Pretending to change—without restructuring ownership, processes, or collaboration—is worse than doing nothing at all.— Start with honest orientation: Knowing your starting point is essential before plotting a path forward.— Executive involvement is non-negotiable: Transformations can't be delegated. Leadership must model the change and communicate relentlessly.— Product-led is about mindset, not just teams: Everyone should operate within the product model, but not all need to be on product teams.— Pace matters: Organisations must assess their capacity for change and determine the right balance between ambition and sustainability.— Give grace for the learning curve: People need space to be bad at new things before they get good—psychological safety is essential.Chapters0:00 – Introduction & the myth of sneaky transformations1:01 – Jen's background and path into product2:53 – What transformation really means5:53 – Defining honest orientation8:00 – What is transformation theatre?12:09 – When real change feels fake13:04 – The importance of executive commitment16:04 – Why transformations fail19:11 – Common catalysts for transformation22:06 – Product-led vs product thinking25:00 – Who's in the opOur HostsLily Smith enjoys working as a consultant product manager with early-stage and growing startups and as a mentor to other product managers. She's currently Chief Product Officer at BBC Maestro, and has spent 13 years in the tech industry working with startups in the SaaS and mobile space. She's worked on a diverse range of products – leading the product teams through discovery, prototyping, testing and delivery. Lily also founded ProductTank Bristol and runs ProductCamp in Bristol and Bath. Randy Silver is a Leadership & Product Coach and Consultant. He gets teams unstuck, helping you to supercharge your results. Randy's held interim CPO and Leadership roles at scale-ups and SMEs, advised start-ups, and been Head of Product at HSBC and Sainsbury's. He participated in Silicon Valley Product Group's Coaching the Coaches forum, and speaks frequently at conferences and events. You can join one of communities he runs for CPOs (CPO Circles), Product Managers (Product In the {A}ether) and Product Coaches. He's the author of What Do We Do Now? A Product Manager's Guide to Strategy in the Time of COVID-19. A recovering music journalist and editor, Randy also launched Amazon's music stores in the US & UK.
Kye Luker serves as the Chief Product Officer at FlexXray, where he leads the development of the company's innovative X-ray inspection process and technology. With over two decades of experience in the service, CPG, food, and beverage industries, Kye brings a wealth of knowledge in continuous improvement, quality assurance, and formulations to his role. In this episode of Food Safety Matters, we speak with Mr. Luker [1:15] about: Why foreign material (FM) contamination is a major challenge for food processors, and how processors have tried to control FM to date How external X-ray inspection services can assist companies in responding to an FM contamination event How FlexXray helps fill gaps in inspection programs with innovative technologies How external X-ray inspection services are different from in-house inspection systems How companies are leaning on external inspection services in innovative ways The ways in which X-ray inspection technology is evolving, and the trends in supplier requirements for X-ray inspection New and exciting developments happening at FlexXray, and how these technology advances can help processors better assure food safety. Resources FlexXray® Foreign Material X-Ray Inspection Services Sponsored by: FlexXray We Want to Hear from You! Please send us your questions and suggestions to podcast@food-safety.com
What does it take to build truly intelligent customer experiences at enterprise scale? In this episode of the AI in Business podcast, Shardul Vikram, Chief Product Officer of SAP Application AI, returns to explore the critical role of generative AI in transforming CX across industries. From telecom to healthcare, Shardul breaks down how leading firms are aligning data strategy, automation, and personalization to drive measurable impact in both B2C and B2B environments. Shardul outlines SAP's vision for “intelligent CX” — where AI doesn't just automate tasks but bridges the gap between front-line support and back-office execution. Throughout the episode, he underscores how tools like SAP's CX AI Toolkit and GenAI copilot (Juul) are helping service agents anticipate customer needs, detect anomalies in real-time, and reduce wait times without sacrificing trust or compliance. Want to share your AI adoption story with executive peers? Click emerj.com/e2 for more information and to be a potential future guest on Emerj's flagship' AI in Business' podcast! If you've enjoyed or benefited from some of the insights of this episode, consider leaving us a five-star review on Apple Podcasts, and let us know what you learned, found helpful, or liked most about this show!
In this episode, Rory speaks with Danny Lohrfink, co-founder and Chief Product Officer at Wealth.com, and Julie Johnson, founder of XY Communication, about their contributions to The Holistic Guide to Wealth Management and how estate planning and communication are changing the way advisors serve clients. Danny explains how modern estate tech is making these conversations more accessible, scalable, and easier to understand for clients at every wealth level. From automating updates to visualizing legacy goals, technology is helping advisors focus more on planning and less on paperwork. Julie shares how to connect across generations and genders, and why women and younger clients are looking for advisors who listen, simplify, and build relationships based on trust and empathy. Together, they highlight how CPAs and advisors can deliver family-office-level care by acting as the quarterback, facilitating values-based conversations, and guiding clients through meaningful decisions. Want to learn how visuals and AI are transforming estate planning? Curious how to better engage the next generation before the wealth transfer happens? Find out the answers to these questions and more in this insightful conversation with Danny Lohrfink and Julie Johnson.
Want to get in touch? Send Claire a message!In episode 118 of The Eat for Endurance Podcast, I'm joined by Aaron Gouw, an endurance cyclist and fellow Santa Cruz native. He's also the Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer of the sports nutrition brand Carbs Fuel.Aaron holds a Master's degree in High Altitude Exercise Physiology, and is currently finishing his PhD in Human Bioenergetics. For many years, he's been on his own journey as a competitive athlete trying to figure out how to fuel effectively without breaking the bank.Aaron and I discuss:How his personal fueling strategy has evolved over the last decade (including a story about his greatest nutrition fail ever)What it takes to create an endurance gel from scratch in your kitchenThe current science behind high carb fueling, and if you should try itWhy simplicity, personalization, and gut training matter most when dialing in your fueling strategyKey Takeaways:High carb fueling (i.e. >90g/hr) can improve endurance performance, but only if it works for you and makes sense for what you're doingExperimentation and gut training are both very important Carbs Fuel offers a simple 50g endurance gel for just $2, making it one of the best value gels on the marketFueling isn't just about race day; it's about consistently supporting your training, recovery, and life beyond the workout so you can feel your bestWhether you're new to fueling or nutrition nerds like us, this episode is packed with practical advice and behind-the-scenes stories. Tune in to learn more!FYI: This episode is NOT sponsored by Carbs Fuel. I enjoy their gel, love that it's affordable, and wanted to learn more about this brand. I encourage you to try lots of different brands and products to see which work best for you!Links & Resources:Visit the Carbs Fuel websiteJoin my membership service, Fuel for Life Crew, for $30/month (cancel anytime)Check out my free nutrition downloadsInterested in 1:1 coaching? Fill out a new client inquiry formUse code EATFORENDURANCE20 for 20% off at Skratch LabsJoin my Patreon communityGet in touch at claire@eatforendurance.com Enjoyed this episode? Please leave a 5-star review and subscribe to help more athletes fuel smarter!Disclaimer: All information provided is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is in no way meant to replace individual medical and nutrition recommendations.Support the showThanks for listening! Follow me on Instagram and Facebook (@eatforendurance).
In this episode, we dive into how website building can be simple for anyone, even if you're not a tech expert. Discover how modern tools help small businesses and Shopify store owners create professional webpages without hiring developers. You'll hear from Bogdan Condurache, Co-founder and Chief Product Officer at Brizy, as he shares his mission to make pro-level design tools simple and accessible for everyone. Topics discussed in this episode: Why building websites is hard for beginners—and how Brizy makes it easy. How Brizy lets anyone design sites with drag-and-drop, no coding needed. What Brizy's Shopify app adds beyond basic themes and templates. Why Brizy Cloud is a cheaper, simpler alternative to Shopify. How Brizy uses AI and Google data to build full sites in seconds. Why built-in popups and marketing tools give Brizy an edge. What Brizy does to keep websites fast and SEO-friendly. How agencies use Brizy's white-label tools for their clients. Why syncing content across WordPress, Cloud, and Shopify matters. What's stopping you from launching—Brizy helps you start fast. Links & Resources Website: https://www.brizy.io/ Shopify App Store: https://apps.shopify.com/brizy-1 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bogdan-condurache-31ba747/ Get access to more free resources by visiting the show notes athttps://tinyurl.com/y46r68hs SUPPORT OUR SPONSORThis episode is sponsored by Ahrefs — the all-in-one marketing intelligence platform trusted by SEO professionals, content creators, and digital marketers around the world. Whether you're doing keyword research, checking backlinks, or analyzing competitors, Ahrefs gives you the tools to make smarter marketing decisions.
Shoeb Javed, Chief Product Officer at iGrafx, discusses how AI is transforming business process optimization and what leaders can do to drive successful digital transformation. Shoeb is an expert in process optimization and digital innovation in healthcare, finance, and manufacturing. Host, Kevin Craine Want to be a guest? https://DigitalTransformationPodcast.net/guest Do you want to be a sponsor? https://www.digitaltransformationpodcast.net/sponsor
What does it mean to build world-class products in the age of AI? In this episode, Randy Silver talks to Ezinne and Oji Udezue, co-authors of Building Rocketships, a playbook for building high-growth companies in today's fast-evolving tech landscape. Together, they unpack what product looks like now, how AI changes collaboration, and why ambition, clarity, and disciplined execution matter more than ever.Key takeaways— Building world-class products starts with clear ambition and choosing big, meaningful problems— AI isn't replacing PMs, it's changing the way product work gets done—especially in how we collaborate— Vibe coding enables faster iteration and clearer communication through prototyping in code— The product manager's job is to lead teams and help the organisation build the right thing, not just anything— Clarity, focus, and leadership buy-in are essential to successful transformation, even in legacy organisations— Product teams need to shift from writing specs to orchestrating systems that drive customer and business outcomes— Every product person should master the full arc: solving today's problems, helping customers succeed, and spotting future opportunitiesChapters 0:00 The "should PMs code?" debate1:54 First product roles and how the book came to life4:49 The mission behind Building Rocketships7:13 Why the book is for leaders and their partners10:01 Differences between world-class teams and everyone else13:35 What ambition really looks like17:10 How clarity transforms legacy companies23:10 AI, vibe coding, and the new spec: working prototypes30:10 Redefining the product team's role in the AI age35:02 What skills PMs actually need to thrive now42:54 The one mistake PMs can't afford to makeFeatured Links: Follow Ezinne on LinkedIn | Follow Oji on LinkedIn | ProductMind | Buy their new book 'Building Rocketships: Product Management for High Growth Companies'Our HostsLily Smith enjoys working as a consultant product manager with early-stage and growing startups and as a mentor to other product managers. She's currently Chief Product Officer at BBC Maestro, and has spent 13 years in the tech industry working with startups in the SaaS and mobile space. She's worked on a diverse range of products – leading the product teams through discovery, prototyping, testing and delivery. Lily also founded ProductTank Bristol and runs ProductCamp in Bristol and Bath. Randy Silver is a Leadership & Product Coach and Consultant. He gets teams unstuck, helping you to supercharge your results. Randy's held interim CPO and Leadership roles at scale-ups and SMEs, advised start-ups, and been Head of Product at HSBC and Sainsbury's. He participated in Silicon Valley Product Group's Coaching the Coaches forum, and speaks frequently at conferences and events. You can join one of communities he runs for CPOs (CPO Circles), Product Managers (Product In the {A}ether) and Product Coaches. He's the author of What Do We Do Now? A Product Manager's Guide to Strategy in the Time of COVID-19. A recovering music journalist and editor, Randy also launched Amazon's music stores in the US & UK.
This week, I'm speaking with Kevin Weil, Chief Product Officer at OpenAI, who is steering product development at what might be the world's most important company right now.We talk about:(00:00) Episode trailer(01:37) OpenAI's latest launches(03:43) What it's like being CPO of OpenAI(04:34) How AI will reshape our lives(07:23) How young people use AI differently(09:29) Addressing fears about AI(11:47) Kevin's "Oh sh!t" moment(14:11) Why have so many models within ChatGPT?(18:19) The unpredictability of AI product progress(24:47) Understanding model “evals”(27:21) How important is prompt engineering?(29:18) Defining “AI agent”(37:00) Why OpenAI views coding as a prime target use-case(41:24) The "next model test” for any AI startup(46:06) Jony Ive's role at OpenAI(47:50) OpenAI's hardware vision(50:41) Quickfire questions(52:43) When will we get AGI?Kevin's links:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinweil/Twitter/X: @kevinweilAzeem's links:Substack: https://www.exponentialview.co/Website: https://www.azeemazhar.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/azharTwitter/X: https://x.com/azeemOur new show:This was originally recorded for "Friday with Azeem Azhar", a new show that takes place every Friday at 9am PT and 12pm ET. You can tune in through Exponential View on Substack.Produced by supermix.io and EPIIPLUS1 Ltd.
App Masters - App Marketing & App Store Optimization with Steve P. Young
In this episode, we're joined by Igor Lyubimov, CEO of web2wave.com and former Chief Product Officer at FindMyKids—an app with over 100M downloads and $35M in annual revenue. Igor is a funnel optimization powerhouse with 15+ years of experience helping mobile apps grow by blending behavioral psychology with cutting-edge payment technology.Igor walks us through how to build a high-converting web-to-app funnel from scratch. You'll learn how to tell onboarding stories that convert, optimize the first screen of your funnel, and revamp your paywall for maximum conversions. Whether you're an indie app founder or a product marketer, this episode is your step-by-step playbook for turning web visitors into loyal, paying app users.You will discover:✅ How to build a high-converting web-to-app funnel using AI & smart tools✅ How to use storytelling to emotionally connect with users during onboarding✅ How to fix your paywall with clear pricing and a compelling value prop✅ The cheat sheet for turning passive browsers into active subscribersLearn More:All you need to build your web2app funnel:https://www.web2wave.com/Work with us: https://www.appmasters.comIndie App Santa: https://www.indieappsanta.comGet training, coaching, and community: https://appmastersacademy.com/*********************************************SPONSORSYou ever work with a tool where the support feels like...a ghost town? Yeah, not AppsFlyer.Their support team is massive — like 5x bigger than the industry average. They're global, 24/7, and actually helpful!If you're scaling your app and don't want to be left hanging, check out AppsFlyer dot com or book a demo by clicking this https://tinyurl.com/AppsFlyerAM*********************************************Have an idea for a mobile app, but don't know how to code?Dreams Into Apps is a mobile app accelerator for non-technical entrepreneurs who want to launch their app—without hiring developers.You'll work step-by-step with expert app builders to turn your idea into a real revenue generating product using AI and No-Code. No coding experience required.And here's the best part—100% of apps launched through the program generate revenue within 7 days.Stop dreaming about your idea. Build it yourself!Check out:ambitiouslabs.io.*********************************************Follow us:YouTube: AppMasters.com/YouTubeInstagram: @App MastersTwitter: @App MastersTikTok: @stevepyoungFacebook: App Masters*********************************************
App Masters - App Marketing & App Store Optimization with Steve P. Young
In this episode, we're joined by Igor Lyubimov, CEO of web2wave.com and former Chief Product Officer at FindMyKids—an app with over 100M downloads and $35M in annual revenue. Igor is a funnel optimization powerhouse with 15+ years of experience helping mobile apps grow by blending behavioral psychology with cutting-edge payment technology.Igor walks us through how to build a high-converting web-to-app funnel from scratch. You'll learn how to tell onboarding stories that convert, optimize the first screen of your funnel, and revamp your paywall for maximum conversions. Whether you're an indie app founder or a product marketer, this episode is your step-by-step playbook for turning web visitors into loyal, paying app users.You will discover:✅ How to build a high-converting web-to-app funnel using AI & smart tools✅ How to use storytelling to emotionally connect with users during onboarding✅ How to fix your paywall with clear pricing and a compelling value prop✅ The cheat sheet for turning passive browsers into active subscribersLearn More:All you need to build your web2app funnel:https://www.web2wave.com/Work with us: https://www.appmasters.comIndie App Santa: https://www.indieappsanta.comGet training, coaching, and community: https://appmastersacademy.com/*********************************************SPONSORSYou ever work with a tool where the support feels like...a ghost town? Yeah, not AppsFlyer.Their support team is massive — like 5x bigger than the industry average. They're global, 24/7, and actually helpful!If you're scaling your app and don't want to be left hanging, check out AppsFlyer dot com or book a demo by clicking this https://tinyurl.com/AppsFlyerAM*********************************************Have an idea for a mobile app, but don't know how to code?Dreams Into Apps is a mobile app accelerator for non-technical entrepreneurs who want to launch their app—without hiring developers.You'll work step-by-step with expert app builders to turn your idea into a real revenue generating product using AI and No-Code. No coding experience required.And here's the best part—100% of apps launched through the program generate revenue within 7 days.Stop dreaming about your idea. Build it yourself!Check out:ambitiouslabs.io.*********************************************Follow us:YouTube: AppMasters.com/YouTubeInstagram: @App MastersTwitter: @App MastersTikTok: @stevepyoungFacebook: App Masters*********************************************
Researchers discover what may be China's largest ever data leak. CrowdStrike cooperates with federal authorities following last year's major software bug. A researcher discovers over half a million sensitive insurance documents exposed online. Microsoft offers free cybersecurity programs to European governments. The FBI chronicles the Play ransomware gang. Google warns a threat group is targeting Salesforce customers. A former Biden cybersecurity official warns that U.S. critical infrastructure remains highly vulnerable to cyberattacks. The State Department offers up to $10 million for information on the RedLine infostealer malware. Our guest is Anneka Gupta, Chief Product Officer at Rubrik, on the challenges of managing security across systems. Some FDA workers want to put their new Elsa AI on ice. Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Miss an episode? Sign-up for our daily intelligence roundup, Daily Briefing, and you'll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow CyberWire Daily on LinkedIn. CyberWire Guest Today we have Anneka Gupta, Chief Product Officer at Rubrik, talking about organizations moving to the cloud thinking security will be handled there and the challenges of managing security across systems. Selected Reading Largest ever data leak exposes over 4 billion user records (Cybernews) CrowdStrike Cooperating With Federal Probes Into July Software Outage (Wall Street Journal) Two Decades of Triangle Insurance Documents Exposed Publicly (Substack) Microsoft offers to boost European governments' cybersecurity for free ( (Reuters) FBI: Play ransomware gang has attacked 600 organizations since 2023 (The Record) Google Warns of Vishing, Extortion Campaign Targeting Salesforce Customers (SecurityWeek) ‘I do not have confidence' that US infrastructure is cyber-secure, former NSC official says (Nextgov/FCW) China issues warrants for alleged Taiwanese hackers and bans a business for pro-independence links (AP News) US offers $10M for tips on state hackers tied to RedLine malware (Bleeping Computer) FDA rushed out agency-wide AI tool—it's not going well (Ars Technica) Want to hear your company in the show? You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here's our media kit. Contact us at cyberwire@n2k.com to request more info. The CyberWire is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices