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David Gee, a veteran CISO, CIO, board advisor, and author, joins Ann Johnson, CVP of Cybersecurity, Microsoft, on this week's episode of Afternoon Cyber Tea. Drawing on decades of experience and insights from his books, Gee explores the gap between theory and reality for security leaders, the role of imposter syndrome in professional growth, and why embracing discomfort is essential to effective leadership. The conversation examines how CISOs can balance risk management with business enablement, reset expectations with boards and executives, and build resilient, team-driven security cultures. Gee also shares perspectives on mentorship, long-term sustainability in the role, and how the CISO must evolve from a control-focused operator to a strategic influencer in an era shaped by AI, regulation, and constant change.    Resources:  View David Gee 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, Hangar Studios and distributed as part of N2K media network.

What's coming in 2026 for Azure? Richard chats with CVP and Chief Product Officer for Azure, Jeremy Winter, about the announcements at Ignite and what we can expect in Azure over the next year. Jeremy talks about new features for migrating workloads to Azure, creating more reliable application implementations, the vast array of AI-related technologies being released, and more! The conversation also digs into the new data centers being built all over the world, and how they are becoming more efficient with resources.LinksAzure CopilotAzure SRE AgentAzure Resiliency AgentAzure MigrateKubernetes FleetAzure HorizonDBAzure Red Hat OpenShiftAzure FairwaterRecorded December 3, 2025

In this Omni Talk Retail episode, recorded live from NRF 2026 at Vusion's booth, Jim Norred, Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at Vusion, and Gina Ayala Claxton, CVP of U.S. Retail & Consumer Goods at Microsoft, join Anne Mezzenga and Chris Walton to explain why connected stores are quickly becoming a P&L priority for retailers in 2026. As margin pressure, labor constraints, and ecommerce fulfillment demands intensify, retailers are being forced to connect store infrastructure, data, and AI to drive faster, more accurate decisions. From Bluetooth-enabled connectivity and real-time shelf availability to agentic AI, data readiness, and governance at scale, this conversation breaks down what it really takes to modernize stores without creating costly “science projects.” Key Topics covered: -Why ecommerce picking accuracy is accelerating connected store adoption -Operational vs. marketing-led drivers of connected store investments -The anatomy of a connected store: BLE, data, and AI -Why Bluetooth is emerging as the heartbeat of in-store connectivity -Agentic AI, observability, and speeding decisions from signal to execution -Platform vs. point solutions and how retailers avoid technology sprawl -Governance, security, and scaling AI across thousands of stores -How retailers are prioritizing initiatives with measurable P&L impact -Turning connected store investments into loyalty, efficiency, and ROI Stay tuned to Omni Talk Retail for continued coverage from NRF 2026, and stop by Vusion booth #4921 to say hello. #NRF2026 #ConnectedStore #RetailTechnology #RetailAI #OmnichannelRetail #StoreOperations #VusionGroup #Microsoft #RetailInnovation #OmniTalk

Show Notes  Specialization can shape a therapist's confidence, identity, and long-term trajectory — but the pathways to get there aren't always clear. In this episode of Acute Conversations, co-hosts Dr. Leo Arguelles and Dr. Nicole Neveau sit down with Dr. Leslie Ayres, Rajashree Mondkar, and Dr. Terry Schwing to explore what it really takes to pursue the Cardiovascular & Pulmonary (CCS) specialty. Together, they unpack three very different journeys: the traditional pathway, residency-based training, and fellowship experience. Leslie reflects on how a single listserv email led her to a CVP residency five years into practice. Rajashree shares what it meant to become one of the first CCS clinicians in Texas back in 1994. Terry explains how fellowship training and outcomes research shaped his voice in ICU mobility and cardiopulmonary care. Across their stories, one message stands out: there is no single “right” pathway — but there is always a spark. Listeners will hear candid reflections on mentorship, research expectations, clinical identity, and how specialization deepens bedside reasoning across acute care settings. Whether you're a student curious about your future or a clinician considering your next step, this conversation offers clarity, inspiration, and practical insight into navigating the specialization journey. Today's Guests: Leslie Ayers PT, DPT, EdD, CCS leslie.ayres@unthsc.edu Rajashree Mondkar PT, MSPT, CCS MondkarR@gmail.com Terry Schwing PT, DPT CCS Guest Quotes: 6:47  Leslie “ And that's really what inspired me was just, I was thinking, I want to know more about these patients. I wanna get better at treating these patients. I wanna be an expert at this.” 17:34 Terry “ I think specialization really gives you an opportunity to delve deep into what you're interested in and learn probably a lot more than you maybe thought you would need to know or I topics outside of maybe what your niche current interest is in. And it opens up your world as to all the different things that physical therapy is able to provide for patients.” 20:07 Rajashree “ I think they students, definitely very important because even if you're not ready to do specialization, as soon as you are out, because you need few years of experience, you need to find where you are passionate about. You can see that even if there, there are many places, maybe the residencies are not available for cardiopulmonary, but you can reach out… You can find mentoring, mentorship, you can find avenues how to get there. And people are, I think people are eager to always guide others. To get to where you are. And that's how our profession grows.” Rapid Responses:  How fast do you think you could run a hundred meters pushing a crash cart? Leslie “ So my rule for running is to finish in the upright position, but you don't have to be first. So as long as you get there cart intact, it doesn't matter how long it takes.” Rajashree “ And my goal is to get there and not that crash cart meeting for me.” Terry “ Yeah. I don't know. I feel like a lot of the crash carts sometimes have rickety wheels, so I might just be trying to get it there as well. And just not falling and tipping the whole cart with me.” You know you work in acute care when… Leslie “ when you spent 30 minutes with a patient just to go to the restroom and their question is. That's all we're doing today.” Rajashree “when you are untangling lines and wiping somebody's bumps. I did not know in PT school when I went that I'll be. “ Terry “ I guess I might say you're an acute therapist and I always think about whenever I'm watching like TV shows or something like that and I see like someone intubated or an eek g on the screen and things like that. And I'm like, I'm always like, okay, is that the appropriate rhythm or intubation like method for like for this patient at that time? And I'm always like they did okay.” Links: Vital Pathways Webinar Connect with our host and the podcast!

Hello San Francisco - we're arrived for Microsoft Ignite 2025! The #CloudRealities podcast team has landed this week in San Francisco, we're bringing you the best updates right from the heart of the event. Join us to connect AI at scale, cloud modernization, and secure innovation—empowering organizations to become AI-first. Plus, we'll keep you updated on all the latest news and juicy gossip. Dave, Esmee, and Rob wrap up their Ignite 2025 series with Yina Arenas, CVP of Microsoft Foundry, to discuss why Foundry is the go-to choice for enterprises and how it champions responsible development and innovation.  TLDR00:40 – Introduction to Yina Arenas01:14 – How the team is doing, keynote highlights, and insights from the Expo floor02:50 – Deep dive with Yina on the evolution of Cloud Foundry29:24 – Favourite IT-themed movie, human interaction, and our society31:56 – Personal (and slightly juicy) reflections on the week37:30 – Team reflections on Ignite 2025, including an executive summary per guest and appreciation for Dennis Hansen50:54 – The team's favorite IT-themed movies59:30 – Personal favorite restaurantGuestYina Arenas: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yinaa/ HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/ 'Cloud Realities' is an original podc

Hello San Francisco - we're arrived for Microsoft Ignite 2025!The #CloudRealities podcast team has landed this week in San Francisco, we're bringing you the best updates right from the heart of the event. Join us to connect AI at scale, cloud modernization, and secure innovation—empowering organizations to become AI-first. Plus, we'll keep you updated on all the latest news and juicy gossip. Dave, Esmee and Rob kick off with Rob Cromwell, CVP of Engineering and explore the exciting evolution of Copilot and share insights on what's coming next. TLDR 00:50 – Back in San Francisco 02:45 – Highlights from the first keynote 11:08 – Intro and chat with Rob Cromwell 30:40 – Tackling tech and authentication challenges 32:28 – Favorite IT-related film and a glimpse into the near future GuestRob Cromwell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robcromwell/HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

Hello San Francisco - we're arrived for Microsoft Ignite 2025! The #CloudRealities podcast team has landed this week in San Francisco, we're bringing you the best updates right from the heart of the event. Join us to connect AI at scale, cloud modernization, and secure innovation—empowering organizations to become AI-first. Plus, we'll keep you updated on all the latest news and juicy gossip. Dave, Esmee, and Rob continue their conversation with Jonathan Hunt, CVP of Business Solutions at Microsoft, diving into the differences between AI-driven business solutions and traditional business applications, and exploring how customers can learn where—and how—to get started with AI.  TLDR00:35 – Introduction and conversation with Jonathan Hunt, plus updates from the event floor22:15 – Favorite IT-themed movie starring Arnold SchwarzeneggerGuestJonathan Hunt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-hunt1/HostsDave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/Esmee van de Giessen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/esmeevandegiessen/Rob Kernahan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-kernahan/ ProductionMarcel van der Burg: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcel-vd-burg/Dave Chapman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chapmandr/ SoundBen Corbett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-corbett-3b6a11135/Louis Corbett:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-corbett-087250264/ 'Cloud Realities' is an original podcast from Capgemini

Im Vorfeld schrieben Medien vom «Showdown». Am Montag debattierte das Zürcher Kantonsparlament gleich über vier Volksinitiativen zum Thema Wohnen. Die Parteien haben ganz unterschiedliche Ansätze, um mehr Wohnraum zu schaffen. Weitere Themen: · Das Bundesgericht rüffelt Zürcher Justiz. · Fünf Jahre später zeigt sich: Die Fusion der CVP und der BDP zur Mitte-Partei hat sich im Kanton Zürich gelohnt. · Mangas von manus, Mangas aus Zürich - Begegnung mit einem Manga-Künstler, der seine Leidenschaft zum Beruf gemacht hat.

Nach der Fusion von CVP und BDP stellt die Mitte heute drei Mitglieder in der Bündner Regierung und ist damit eigentlich übervertreten. Dennoch will sie die drei Sitze bei den kommenden Wahlen verteidigen. Bei den übrigen Parteien kommt das mässig gut an. Weitere Themen: · Ein Jäger hat bei Tschiertschen einen leblosen Mann aufgefunden. Dieser sei über eine Felswand gestürzt, heisst es von der Polizei. · Der Mountainbiker Nino Schurter steht vor seinem Karriere-Ende. Ein Gespräch über den Erfolgssportler mit einem, der ihn schon lange begleitet.

From dreaming of driving a bus to leading database engineering at Microsoft. In Episode 29 of Talking Postgres with Claire Giordano, Shireesh Thota traces his path to becoming CVP of Azure databases—rooted in a love of math, early BASIC programming, and a certainty that he'd become an engineer. We dig into the shift from engineer to manager (if only people came with documentation); why it's so important for Microsoft to contribute to the PostgreSQL open source project—not just consume it; and whether Shireesh has a favorite database (hint: it better be Postgres.)Links mentioned in this episode:Blog post excerpt: Why we have a Postgres open source contributor team at MicrosoftPodcast episode: Leading engineering for Postgres on Azure with Affan DarVS Code Marketplace: New VS Code extension for PostgreSQLPOSETTE 2025 talk: Introducing Microsoft's VS Code extension for Postgres by Matt McFarlandLinkedIn post: PGConf.dev 2025 talk on “The trouble with extensions” by Marco SlotPodcast episode: How I got started as a developer (& in Postgres) with David RowleyBook: Who Moved My CheeseCal invite: LIVE recording of Ep30 of Talking Postgres to happen on Wed Aug 6, 2025

How do you pivot from a record-breaking NFL career to transforming the investment space?  Marques Colston shares his compelling story of grit, adaptation, and leading with purpose. In this episode of Mitlin Money Mindset®, Larry Sprung sits down with Marques Colston, a Super Bowl champion and founding partner of Champion Venture Partners. Marques reflects on his journey from being an overlooked draft pick to a trailblazer in democratizing sports investments, emphasizing resilience, operational excellence, and accessibility for all investors. Marques discusses: His transition from NFL athlete to entrepreneur and the pivotal role of self-awareness The vision behind Champion Venture Partners and its focus on accessibility in investments The parallels between sports and business, highlighting discipline and risk-taking How fractional ownership and emerging sports are reshaping the investment space The significance of education and empowering new investors for long-term impact And more! Resources: Mitlin Financial   The JOY and Productivity Journal by Lawrence Sprung  Download Your Free Copy of the Couple's JOYful Money Guide Connect with Larry Sprung:  LinkedIn: Larry Sprung Instagram: Larry Sprung Facebook: Larry Sprung X (Twitter): Larry Sprung Connect with Marques Colston:  Website: Champion Venture Partners Website: Marques Colston LinkedIn: Marques Colston  Twitter: Marques Colston   Instagram: Marques Colston  LinkedIn: Champion Venture Partners  Instagram: Champion Venture Partners Facebook: Champion Venture Partners TikTok: Champion Venture Partners YouTube: Champion Venture Partners  About our Guest: A seasoned business leader, Marques's business career is shaped by the perspectives and lived experiences gained from his journey to becoming an unlikely NFL standout. Marques's journey from small school prospect through a decade-long NFL career taught him how success has to be earned everyday, and sustaining it at the highest level requires humility that allows you to be an active learner, curiosity to explore new ways to unlock value, and confidence built on preparation and repetition. This philosophy is the foundation of Marques's post-football journey as an entrepreneur, educator, financial advisor, and executive coach and strategic consultant for dozens of companies – startups to Fortune 100.  His diverse path is connected by the vision to empower underserved and underestimated communities, helping them envision and achieve beyond their current limitations.  CVP represents an opportunity for Marques to leverage his passion, skills, influence, and access to build a firm with the potential to build a legacy of doing well and good, by creating access to wealth building opportunities to a more diverse group of investors. Disclosure: Guests on the Mitlin Money Mindset are not affiliated with CWM, LLC, and opinions expressed herein may not be representative of CWM, LLC. CWM, LLC is not responsible for the guest's content linked on this site.  

Data is a key component to the agentic future of organizations and there is so much learn and understand in order for solution developers, admins, CIOs, CEOs, and CTOs, to have a successful deployment. Luckily, Nirav Shah, CVP of BAC (the org formerly known as Dataverse) joins the podcast to talk about how agents play a critical role in how organizations run, how customers can solve their business problems with Microsoft Copilot and agents, and what is an expert agent.  Nirav and former guest, James Olenik, spoke at Microsoft Build about this very topic! Check it out here: https://build.microsoft.com/en-US/sessions/BRK129?source=sessions   Also check out:  aka.ms/2025brk132 aka.ms/2025od817 aka.ms/2025brk125 aka.ms/2025brk159

Ever wondered how a Super Bowl champion pivots from the gridiron to the world of finance and venture capital? Join us as we dive deep with former New Orleans Saints superstar Marques Colston, co-founder of Champion Venture Capital. Discover the secrets behind his unlikely transition, the mistakes athletes and everyday individuals make in wealth management, and his how-to guide for building a lasting legacy. Marques shares his unique perspective on identifying game-changing opportunities in sports tech, real estate, and beyond, and reveals how CVP is democratizing access to this traditionally exclusive asset class for everyone. Don't miss this inspiring episode packed with insights on strategic diversification and the future of fan engagement—you can't afford to stay on the sidelines! In this episode, we're discussing… Early Financial Literacy is Crucial: Even during a successful athletic career, planning for the future and seeking sound financial advice is paramount for a smooth transition. Transferable Skills Drive New Ventures: The discipline, work ethic, and ability to connect with people honed in professional sports can be powerful assets in the business world. Strategic Investing Bridges Passions and Profits: Aligning investment strategies with personal interests, like sports, can create a deeper understanding and connection to opportunities. Democratizing Access to Exclusive Markets: Champion Venture Capital aims to break down barriers, allowing both accredited and non-accredited investors to participate in the lucrative sports investment ecosystem. Value-Driven Partnerships are Key to Success: Beyond capital, a strong team with operational expertise and genuine engagement with portfolio companies drives significant growth. The Future of Fan Engagement is Immersive: Expect groundbreaking technologies like VR/AR and enhanced data analytics to revolutionize how fans experience sports.    Resources from Marques Colston     LinkedIn | Instagram | Champion Venture Capital       Resources from Mike and Nichole    Gateway Private Equity Group |Nic's guide | Franchise With Bob  

Philipp Matthias Bregy wird Ende Juni von den Delegierten als einziger Kandidat zum neuen Präsidenten der Partei «Die Mitte» gewählt. Er übernimmt eine Partei, die zwar viel Einfluss, aber auch konkurrierende Flügel hat. Wie will er sie führen? Bregy ist zu Gast im Tagesgespräch. Bregy übernimmt das Amt von Gerhard Pfister, der die CVP mit der BDP fusioniert, in «Die Mitte» umbenennt und gegen links geöffnet hat. Wie wird Bregy diesen Kurs weiterführen? Kann er ihn als eher konservativen Walliser Politiker glaubhaft vertreten? Das sei zentral, sagen Politologinnen und Politologen, denn sie sehen das Wachstumspotential für «Die Mitte» in erster Linie im urbanen, progressiveren Umfeld. Philipp Matthias Bregy ist zu Gast im Tagesgespräch.

Ein Walliser, ein Walliser, ein Walliser. Wenn etwas sicher ist in der Schweizer Politik, dann das: Bei der Mitte (die ehemals als CVP bekannt war) spielt immer mindestens ein Walliser (oder eine Walliserin) eine wichtige Rolle.Den aktuellen Part wird nun Philipp Matthias Bregy übernehmen. Der Nationalrat und Fraktionschef der Mitte ist der einzige Kandidat für die Nachfolge von Gerhard Pfister an der Spitze der Partei.Bregy gilt als leutseliger Politiker, als einer, der gerne gute Stimmung hat und an allen möglichen Veranstaltungen dabei ist. Auf schweizerisch: an jeder Hundsverlochete. Das ist ein grosser Unterschied zu seinem Vorgänger Gerhard Pfister, der reservierter galt.Auch sonst wird Bregy sicher zu Beginn an seinem Vorgänger gemessen. Das Erbe von Pfister ist gross. Er hat die Partei umgebaut, neu benannt, zurück zum Erfolg gebracht. Wird Bregy dem gerecht werden können? Wohin führt er die Mitte? Und wofür steht er politisch?Das diskutiert das «Politbüro» in einer neuen Ausgabe. Zu Gast sind Raphaela Birrer, Larissa Rhyn und Fabian Renz. Gastgeber ist Philipp Loser. Unser Tagi-Spezialangebot für Podcast-Hörer:innen: tagiabo.chHabt ihr Feedback, Ideen oder Kritik zu «Apropos»? Schreibt uns an podcasts@tamedia.ch

Benefits of Ultrafiltration Presenter: J. Basha, CCP Ultrafiltration hit perfusion like a lifeline, giving us control over fluid overload when diuretics alone wouldn't cut it. J. Basha, CCP, leads this session to show why it's a cornerstone of my practice after 40 years. Basha will break down how ultrafiltration strips out excess water and solutes via semi-permeable membranes, while keeping proteins and cells intact. It's not just fluid removal—it's precision, reducing edema and even inflammatory markers. I'll recall a heart failure case where ultrafiltration got us off bypass when the odds were grim. You'll learn the types (conventional, modified, zero-balance), how to weave it into your circuit, and how to dodge pitfalls like hypotension. Perfusionists will find this essential; OR teams will see its teamwork value. Join us to harness ultrafiltration's power for better outcomes. Assessment of Patient Fluid Balance and Status Presenters: S. Patel, MD, J. Basha, CCP Fluid balance is perfusion's quiet MVP—nail it, and the case flows; botch it, and you're in chaos. Dr. S. Patel and J. Basha team up to decode this critical skill over a two-hour deep dive. They'll cover the tools—CVP, PA pressures, TEE, bioimpedance—and how to read them amid bypass's wild fluid shifts. I'll share my go-to signs, like venous oxygen saturation shifts, that scream trouble early. Expect actionable strategies: pre-op prep, intra-op tweaks, and post-op stability, with tips like using albumin for oncotic pressure. This is for perfusionists, anesthesiologists, and surgeons—it's a team effort.

Guests: Kelly Xie, SPT Northwestern University - DPT 2nd year student zepei.xie@northwestern.edu https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-xie1/ IG: @kellyyxie Magon Liu, SPT 3rd year DPT student from Samuel Merritt University magon.liu@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/magoffnoton/ Links: https://www.aptaacutecare.org/page/Students https://groups.io/g/aptaacutecarestudents Guest Quotes:  You know that you are getting ready for an acute care physical therapy rotation when Kelly: “ when I learned all these foundations of PT and CVP skills in class.”  You know that you are on acute care clinical when: Magon: “ When your best friend is the gait belt and nursing.” Connect with our hosts and the podcast! Leo Arguelles (LEE-O R-GWELL-IS) largue2@uic.edu Twitter @LeoArguellesPT Interested in being a future guest? Apply to become our new co-host Join our team: Assistant Producer APTA Acute Care: Website Awards Journal Access Twitter @AcuteCareAPTA Facebook APTA Acute Care Instagram @AcademyAcutePT YouTube  APTA Acute Care Podcast APTA Acute Care Resources APTA Adult Vital Signs APTA Lab Values Document Webinar Recordings

If you're not a devotee of hot yoga, you might want to try it by the end of this one. Endorsing the many benefits is not hard for Nestor but let Yogini master Susan Selckman of Updog Yoga in Towson tell you about the flow of her studio and mat space just a block away from the CVP, where they convened on the Maryland Crab Cake Tour to sweat out the small secrets of better health and a beautiful practice. Namaste. The post Susan Selckman of Updog Yoga in Towson finds Nestor to be a student of the heat and mat first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.

A seasoned business leader, Marques Colston's business career is shaped by the perspectives and lived experiences gained from his journey to becoming an unlikely NFL standout. Marques's journey from small school prospect through a decade-long NFL career taught him how success has to be earned every day and sustaining it at the highest level requires a humility that allows you to be an active learner, curiosity to explore new ways to unlock value, and confidence built on preparation and repetition. This philosophy is the foundation of Marques's post-football journey as an entrepreneur, educator, financial advisor, executive coach, and strategic consultant for dozens of companies – from startups to Fortune 100. His diverse path is connected by the vision to empower underserved and underestimated communities, helping them envision and achieve beyond their current limitations. Champion Venture Capital (CVP) represents an opportunity for Marques to leverage his passion, skills, influence, and access to build a firm with the potential to build a legacy of doing well and good, by creating access to wealth-building opportunities to a more diverse group of investors Listen in as Marques and Patrick dive into mindset shifts, creating pathways to build and preserve wealth, and the offerings of Champion Venture Partners through education and investment. Marques describes how the inspiration from his father, a renaissance man, planted the seed for his own hands-on entrepreneurial endeavors and how that has shown up in every aspect of his career. Marques shares his values, the power of a strong and complementary team, and what drove him to first get his Financial Planner licenses and then create the investment vehicle of CVP. At the heart of it all for Marques are 3 pillars – integrity, the team-win, and consistently showing up.

In this captivating episode of Think Millions, Dr. Alexa D'Agostino sits down with Kyle Alfre—former NFL player, entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and yes, a beekeeper. Kyle is the Chief Maverick at Champion Management Co and a key principal at Champion Venture Partners (CVP), where he helps lead a $100 million private equity fund.From walking on to a college football team to signing four NFL contracts, Kyle's journey is defined by relentless drive, strategic risk-taking, and a mindset rooted in growth. But here's the twist—beekeeping has taught him as much about leadership and business as the NFL and venture capital ever did.Discover how the lessons from the hive—teamwork, structure, and knowing your role—mirror the essentials of scaling companies and managing investments. Kyle shares his investment philosophy, red flags in startups, and why betting on the right people matters more than just the numbers. This episode is packed with actionable insights for entrepreneurs, investors, and anyone chasing their version of success.Key Parts of the Conversation:Reconnecting with an Old Friend & Business Partner (0:00 - 1:37)The serendipitous story of how childhood friends reconnected after years apart to become business partners.The NFL Journey: From Walk-On to Professional Athlete (1:37 - 4:13)Overcoming injuries, working as a bouncer, and the obsession that fueled Kyle's path to the NFL.From the Gridiron to the Boardroom (4:26 - 6:59)How lessons from football—discipline, resilience, and salesmanship—translated into a successful venture capital career.Investment Philosophy: Betting on People, Not Just Numbers (8:55 - 15:45)What CVP looks for in startups: growth-stage companies, sports tech focus, and leadership teams who bet on themselves.The Art of Due Diligence (16:29 - 19:46)Insights into CVP's rigorous due diligence process and the red flags that cause immediate investor hesitation.Top 10 Lessons for Entrepreneurs (19:50 - 21:47)A rapid-fire recap of Kyle's most impactful business philosophies—from solving real problems to the importance of delegation.Business Lessons from Beekeeping (21:57 - 23:46)The hive as a metaphor for business: every bee has a role, just like every team member. Success comes from collaboration and knowing when to get out of your own way.Closing Thoughts & Takeaways (23:47 - End)Final reflections on betting on yourself, surrounding yourself with the right people, and yes—getting some sweet “honey” at the end of your hard work.Great Quotes from the Podcast:"Success isn't handed to you. It's chased down with grit, determination, and a touch of obsession.""You get paid in direct proportion to the difficulty of the problems you solve." – Elon Musk"Founders often struggle because they won't get out of their own way. Building a great product doesn't mean you know how to build a great company.""The hive only works if every bee knows its role. Business is the same—surround yourself with people who can do what you can't.""The most successful people bet on themselves—not with arrogance, but with unshakable belief in their ability to figure it out.""It's not just about numbers on a spreadsheet. It's about the people behind those numbers and their ability to execute.""If your pitch is 80 pages long and I still don't know what problem you're solving—that's a problem.""When Sam Altman pitched ChatGPT, he said, ‘We'll ask the AI how to make money.' Everyone laughed—except Elon Musk and Peter Thiel, who wrote him a check.""You can't grow a billion-dollar company with a million-dollar mindset.""If you do

In this episode of the Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast, host Sherrod DeGrippo is joined by two expert guests to explore critical challenges in today's evolving threat landscape.  First, Sherrod sits down with Kelly Bissell, CVP of Fraud at Microsoft, to discuss the complexities of combating fraud and product abuse. Kelly digs into the unique challenges Microsoft faces, highlighting prevalent schemes such as crypto mining, tech support scams, and the exploitation of deepfakes. Kelly also shares insights into Microsoft's proactive approach, including recent Azure policy changes and efforts to detect and prevent fraud across its services, especially those attempting to use the compute power for crypto mining.  Later, Sherrod is joined by Priyanka Ramesha, Senior Threat Researcher on the Defender Experts team, to examine the rising risks of cloud-native attacks. They unpack why threat actors are increasingly targeting the cloud, exploiting its complexity, scalability, and common misconfigurations. Priyanka explains how attackers gain initial access through tactics like phishing, API exploitation, and OAuth abuse, and outlines their methods for credential theft, lateral movement, and data exfiltration.  In this episode you'll learn:       What crypto mining looks like in Azure and how Microsoft detects and prevents it  The five main areas of fraud and product abuse that Microsoft focuses on  How attackers exploit the complexity and misconfigurations in cloud infrastructures    Some questions we ask:         How long do crypto mining operations run unnoticed in a customer's environment?  What changes did Microsoft make to its policy regarding crypto mining?  Why are legitimate apps sometimes compromised and used in attacks?    Resources:   View Kelly Bissell on LinkedIn    View Priyanka Ramesha on LinkedIn   View Sherrod DeGrippo on LinkedIn     Related Microsoft Podcasts:                    Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson  The BlueHat Podcast  Uncovering Hidden Risks        Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts     Get the latest threat intelligence insights and guidance at Microsoft Security Insider    The Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast is produced by Microsoft and distributed as part of N2K media network.  

In this episode, we sit down with Nick Edwards, Founding Partner of Champion Venture Partners (CVP) and former professional MMA athlete, to explore his transition from the fighting arena to the venture capital world. Nick shares how his athletic career and expertise in physiology and health tech led him to develop groundbreaking metabolic performance markers used by NFL, NHL, and NBA teams and Olympians.We dive into CVP's mission to democratize access to sports investment opportunities, making alternative assets accessible to all. Nick discusses CVP's strategic partnership with Sweater, Inc., aimed at bringing sports alternative investment asset classes to retail investors.Whether you're an aspiring investor, a sports enthusiast, or intrigued by innovative investment strategies, this episode offers valuable insights into the intersection of sports and venture capital. RESOURCESDo you need financing for your next home or investment property purchase? Click HERE to schedule a pressure free consultation call with our personal mortgage lender Travis David of CMG Home Loans. He will help assess your current situation and will work with you to map out a plan for the future! ** Looking to buy real estate WITHOUT bank loans, credit, or significant cash? Click HERE to schedule a call with creative finance coaches Jenn and Joe DelleFave. **If you enjoy the show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping us land high profile guests to best serve our audience. Previous Guests Include:Brandon Turner, Tarek El-Moussa, David Greene, Tony J. Robinson, Mike Ayala, Jamie Gruber, Robert Croak, Mark Simpson, Chad “Coach” Carson, Heather Blankenship, Tim Bratz, J. Scott, Matt Faircloth, Michael Elefante, Devon Kennard, Paula Pant, Jake Harris, and Avery CarlSocial Channels:Instagram: instagram.com/wealthjuiceofficialYouTube: youtube.com/@wealthjuiceofficial**Disclaimer: The information provided on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be considered as financial advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any financial instrument or engage in any financial activity. The content presented here is based on the speaker's personal opinions and research, which may not always be accurate or up to date. Financial markets and investments carry inherent risks. Individuals should conduct their own research and seek certified professional advice before making any financial decisions. The links in the episode descriptions may include referral or affiliate commissions, and we may receive compensation from partner websites.

Die Mittepartei hat sich stark verändert. Die frühere CVP strich das "C" und damit die katholische Prägung aus dem Parteinamen. Und unter Präsident Gerhard Pfister bewegte sie sich etwas weg von den anderen bürgerlichen Parteien FDP und SVP. Nun sind gleich beide wichtigsten Posten der Mitte vakant. Weitere Themen: Mit einem Gesetz, dem das Repräsentantenhaus bereits zugestimmt hat, nehmen die USA all jene ins Visier, die dem Internationalen Strafgerichtshof ICC helfen, gegen Israels Regierungschef Netanyahu vorzugehen. Dieses Sanktionsgesetz ist so weitreichend, dass es die Existenz des ICC gefährdet. Der Schweizer Skiverband «Swiss Ski» macht sich Sorgen um die Zukunft. Die klimatischen Veränderungen und die kürzeren Winter, dürften auch den Skisport vor Herausforderungen stellen. Abhilfe schaffen soll das Strategieprojekt «Schneesport 2050", welches am Donnerstag präsentiert wurde.

Diesen Sommer will Mitte-Chef Gerhard Pfister zurücktreten. Damit beginnt das Rennen um die Nachfolge an der Spitze der Partei. Seit 2016 hat Pfister die Partei geführt. In dieser Zeit ist aus der CVP die Mitte-Partei geworden. Und sie hat mit der BDP fusioniert. Die weiteren Themen: · In Deutschland hat die Zahl rechtsextremer Straftaten einen neuen Höchstwert erreicht. Im letzten Jahr sind bis Ende November fast 34'000 solche Delikte gezählt worden, das sind 17 Prozent mehr als im Jahr davor. · In einem Elefanten-Camp in Thailand ist eine spanische Touristin ums Leben gekommen. Ein Elefant hatte sie angegriffen, während sie das Tier badete. Tierschützerinnen und -Schützer vermuten, dass der Elefant unter Stress stand. · Forschende in England haben in einem Steinbruch Dinosaurierspuren entdeckt. Die rund 200 Spuren seien etwa 166 Millionen Jahre alt. Ein Dinosaurier-Experte ordnet ein, wie aussergewöhnlich dieser Fund ist.

Er trat vor neun Jahren sein Amt als CVP-Präsident an mit dem Versprechen, er werde «nicht viel verändern». Es kam anders. Heute heisst die Partei die Mitte – und Gerhard Pfister, ihr Präsident, hat ihren Kurs geprägt, wie kaum ein anderer Präsident seine Partei. Nun tritt Pfister aus dem Amt zurück.Als er es antrat, stand er politisch noch eher rechts der Mitte. Aufhören wird er links davon. Warum? Wie hat er es geschafft, dass die Partei diese Bewegung mitmacht? Wie gelang es ihm, den Kurs der politischen Mitte so anzupassen, dass sie heute erfolgreicher dasteht als ihre grosse Konkurrenz, die FDP? Und was steckt hinter Pfisters überraschenden Rücktritt? Darüber spricht Bundeshauschefin Larissa Rhyn in einer neuen Folge des täglichen Podcasts «Apropos».Host: Philipp LoserProduktion: Mirja GabathulerMehr zum Thema:Pfister im Interview nach dem überraschenden RücktrittAnalyse: Er hat sein Versprechen nicht gehalten – zum Glück  Unser Tagi-Spezialangebot für Podcast-Hörer:innen: tagiabo.chHabt ihr Feedback, Ideen oder Kritik zu «Apropos»? Schreibt uns an podcasts@tamedia.ch

While we are on our winter publishing break, please enjoy an episode of our N2K CyberWire network show, The BlueHat Podcast by Microsoft and MSRC. See you in 2025! Yonatan Zunger, CVP of AI Safety & Security at Microsoft joins Nic Fillingham and Wendy Zenone on this week's episode of The BlueHat Podcast. Yonatan explains the distinction between generative and predictive AI, noting that while predictive AI excels in classification and recommendation, generative AI focuses on summarizing and role-playing. He highlights how generative AI's ability to process natural language and role-play has vast potential, though its applications are still emerging. He contrasts this with predictive AI's strength in handling large datasets for specific tasks. Yonatan emphasizes the importance of ethical considerations in AI development, stressing the need for continuous safety engineering and diverse perspectives to anticipate and mitigate potential failures. He provides examples of AI's positive and negative uses, illustrating the importance of designing systems that account for various scenarios and potential misuses.      In This Episode You Will Learn:       How predictive AI anticipates outcomes based on historical data  The difficulties and strategies involved in making AI systems safe and secure from misuse  How role-playing exercises help developers understand the behavior of AI systems    Some Questions We Ask:        What distinguishes predictive AI from generative AI?  Can generative AI be used to improve decision-making processes?  What is the role of unit testing and test cases in policy and AI system development?    Resources:   View Yonatan Zunger on LinkedIn      View Wendy Zenone on LinkedIn   View Nic Fillingham on LinkedIn    Related Microsoft Podcasts:     Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast   Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson   Uncovering Hidden Risks       Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Yonatan Zunger, CVP of AI Safety & Security at Microsoft joins Nic Fillingham and Wendy Zenone on this week's episode of The BlueHat Podcast. Yonatan explains the distinction between generative and predictive AI, noting that while predictive AI excels in classification and recommendation, generative AI focuses on summarizing and role-playing. He highlights how generative AI's ability to process natural language and role-play has vast potential, though its applications are still emerging. He contrasts this with predictive AI's strength in handling large datasets for specific tasks. Yonatan emphasizes the importance of ethical considerations in AI development, stressing the need for continuous safety engineering and diverse perspectives to anticipate and mitigate potential failures. He provides examples of AI's positive and negative uses, illustrating the importance of designing systems that account for various scenarios and potential misuses.      In This Episode You Will Learn:       How predictive AI anticipates outcomes based on historical data  The difficulties and strategies involved in making AI systems safe and secure from misuse  How role-playing exercises help developers understand the behavior of AI systems    Some Questions We Ask:        What distinguishes predictive AI from generative AI?  Can generative AI be used to improve decision-making processes?  What is the role of unit testing and test cases in policy and AI system development?    Resources:   View Yonatan Zunger on LinkedIn      View Wendy Zenone on LinkedIn   View Nic Fillingham on LinkedIn    Related Microsoft Podcasts:     Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast   Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson   Uncovering Hidden Risks       Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts  

As researchers look for ways to reduce the need for animals in their studies, new alternative methods (NAMs) are an intriguing route to capture crucial safety data and help advance drug discovery and development – specifically, virtual control groups (VCGs).   Join Steve Bulera, CVP and Chief Scientific Officer for Safety Assessment and Toxicology at Charles River, as he discusses how VCGs can be a viable alternative to research models, what it would take for the industry to widely accept NAMs, and how they can revolutionize research for the future.Show NotesVirtual Control Groups  Sounds of Science E73: Virtual Control Groups Modernizing Drug Development with Virtual Control Groups Virtual Control Groups: A Data-Driven Novel Method Revolutionizing the Future of Safety Studies Charles River Laboratories Announces Development of Nonclinical Virtual Control Groups with Sanofi to Reduce the Use of Animals 

Lattice Developers Conference Key Insights! What's the latest in Edge AI innovation from Lattice Semiconductor? Hosts Daniel Newman and Patrick Moorhead are joined by Lattice Semiconductor's CEO, Ford Tamer, Chief Strategy and Marketing Officer, Esam Elashmawi, and CVP of Product Marketing and Planning, Dan Mansur, for a conversation on Lattice Semiconductor's strategic growth, key announcements, and unique market position in the Edge AI sector on this episode of Six Five On The Road at Lattice DevCon 2024. Highlights include ⤵️  Ford Tamer's insights and experiences since joining Lattice. Lattice's growth strategy and the strengths driving this growth. Key product announcements and solutions introduced at the DevCon. The unique position of Lattice FPGA's in the burgeoning Edge AI market. An introduction to Nexus 2 and continued investment in small FPGAs.  

In this episode of Structural Heart Talks, Todd Brinton, MD, Chief Scientific Officer & CVP, Advanced Technology at Edwards Lifesciences, discusses Edwards' vision of future innovative technologies that elevate patient care and expand the possibilities of structural heart therapies. Brinton reflects on his journey from biomedical engineering to pioneering roles in MedTech, including his work at Shockwave Medical, and shares how these experiences shaped his mission to create impactful technologies for patients worldwide. The conversation dives deep into Edwards' evolving focus on structural heart failure and non-valvular structural heart therapies, emphasizing investigational programs that challenge traditional approaches and push the boundaries of interventional cardiology. Brinton highlights how Edwards fosters a mission-driven culture of collaboration, uniting engineering, clinical expertise, and market insights to tackle some of the most complex challenges in cardiac care. The episode also underscores the transformative role of mentorship in Brinton's career and his commitment to paying it forward by empowering others in the MedTech space. Drawing on personal stories, Brinton illustrates how embracing failure and leveraging diverse perspectives have driven innovation at Edwards, paving the way for new therapies that can improve care for patients globally. * Please note that this episode was recorded before the sale of Edwards' Critical Care business unit to BD, which closed on Sept 3, 2024. Thank you to Integer for sponsoring this episode of Structural Heart Talks. To learn more about how Integer supports medical device companies, visit www.Integer.net. Thank you for listening to the Structural Heart Talks podcast. Tune in and subscribe to the DeviceTalks Podcast Network wherever you get your podcasts and follow youtube.com/@DeviceTalks or the Structural Heart Talks on YouTube Podcasts to ensure you never miss an episode.

In this new Age of AI, enterprises now face unique challenges running AI apps in production. Hosts Patrick Moorhead and Daniel Newman are joined by Microsoft Azure's Jeremy Winter Chief Product Officer and CVP, Azure Core, and Rani Borkar, Corporate Vice President, Azure Hardware Systems & Infrastructure at Microsoft for this episode of Six Five On The Road.

Midnight Ballot Dumps 90% for Democrats Trying to Steal Seats, Tucker Carlson, FEMA Skips Conservative Homes, Self-Deportation. 4 X Clips.    Midnight Ballot Dumps 90% for Democrats Trying to Steal Seats Peter St Onge, Ph.D.- Mass Deportations are coming, starting with criminals. The real fun will be self-deportations- Tucker Carlson- "Kamala didn't win any states that require voter ID laws” The top 10 countries whose illegal aliens entered the United States under the Biden Harris Admin FEMA Skipped Over Conservative Homes During Hurricane Relief   Midnight Ballot Dumps 90% for Democrats Trying to Steal Seats. BREAKING: Republicans Winning The House Still Projected By Experts, But The Democrats Are Trying To Steal Alex Jones @RealAlexJones 11-11-24 @OwenShroyer1776 Watch/Share the LIVE SHOW here: https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1eaJbaqnlgvGX   Post Mass Deportations are coming, starting with criminals. The real fun will be self-deportations: Going by history up to 90% will self-deport. All we have to do is end the freebies and actually enforce the laws. Peter St Onge, Ph.D. @profstonge   Tucker Carlson- "Kamala didn't win any states that require voter ID laws, and she won all the states that don't require voter ID. What are the odds of that   Post This is so insane US Immigration Attorney breaks down “The top 10 countries whose illegal aliens entered the United States under the Biden Harris Admin as a percentage of their home country's population: 10) Colombia, .8% of the entire Colombian population enter the United States as illegal or inadmissible aliens under Biden Harris 9) Mexico, 1.1% 8) Ecuador, 1.6% 7) Venezuela, 2.7% of the entire Venezuelan population, including a large number of criminals and freed prisoners 6) El Salvador, 2.9% 5)Guatemala, 3.2% 4) Haiti, 4% 3)Honduras, 5.9% 2) Cuba, 6.1% 1) Nicaragua. 6.5% of the entire Nicaraguan population entered the United States as illegal or otherwise inadmissible aliens during the Biden Harris administration Most of these migrants crossed the border illegally, claimed asylum, and were released into the United States with a court date many years later. The rest were inadmissible aliens flown directly into the interior of the United States were ushered in with the CVP one app as part of an unprecedented mass parole program for Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans, also known as the CHNV program.“ Wall Street Apes @WallStreetApes   FEMA Skipped Over Conservative Homes During Hurricane Relief In Florida, some FEMA workers were instructed to avoid and withhold aid from houses with Trump signs. This goes much deeper than this so-called “one-off situation.” The Comments Section with Brett Cooper Watch this video at-  https://youtu.be/MCDy1QpaI08?si=I8W_kUkVpPuV91Vu   ACU note- Brett Cooper is a rising star in the Conservative World. Subscribe for free today. 4.47M subscribers Nov 11, 2024 #TheCommentsSection #BrettCooper #DailyWire Read the full story: https://www.dailywire.com/news/exclus... Full videos used in this episode: https://x.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/1... https://x.com/EndWokeness/status/1843... https://x.com/wokal_distance/status/1... Don't forget to like this video, subscribe to our YouTube channel, and ring the notification bell so you never miss a future upload!     / @thecommentssection   Become a DailyWire+ subscriber today to get exclusive weekly content! https://bit.ly/3UHJmVf Check out the Brett Cooper collection now: http://bit.ly/3On9jrP Follow Brett Cooper on social media: Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/imbrettcoop... Twitter —    / imbrettcooper   Facebook —    / brettcooperdw   #TheCommentsSection #BrettCooper #DailyWire #Reaction #React #Politics #Culture #Entertainment #TikTok #tcs #otc #FEMA #conservatives #hurricane #aid #trump

In this episode of Unguarded, Kyle Auffray, former NFL player turned Venture Partner at Champion Venture Partners, shares his journey from the football field to the forefront of venture capital and business innovation. Known for his underdog story, Kyle reflects on what propelled him into the NFL without an agent, as well as the grit required to stay ready while balancing dual careers. Now a key figure in venture capital, he leads CVP's investment strategy and oversees the Comcast SportsTech Accelerator, where he helps top-tier startups scale and thrive. Kyle dives into the emotional aspects of career transition, the importance of ego management, and building a support network that can sustain the ups and downs of a high-performance career. He also discusses his approach to navigating contract negotiations, self-representation, and understanding the complex landscape of player unions. Kyle shares how he reverse-engineered his goals and found purpose in Champion Venture Partners, where he now encourages athletes to invest wisely and explore meaningful ownership. With insights on leveraging relationships, financial education, and aligning with the right partners, Kyle's story offers invaluable lessons for those looking to transition, grow, and invest in their future. Produced and edited by Víctor Revenga. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unguarded/support

In this episode of the Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast host Sherrod DeGrippo is joined by Yonatan Zunger, CVP of AI Safety and Security at Microsoft. The conversation delves into the critical role of the AI Red Team, which focuses on identifying vulnerabilities in AI systems. Yonatan emphasizes the importance of ensuring the safety of Microsoft's AI products and the innovative methods the team employs to simulate potential threats, including how they assess risk and develop effective responses. This engaging dialogue offers insights into the intersection of technology, security, and human behavior in the evolving landscape of AI.     In this episode you'll learn:          Why securing AI systems requires understanding their unique psychology  The importance of training and technical mitigations to enhance AI safety  How financial incentives drive performance improvements in AI systems  Some questions we ask:         How does Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) work?  What are the potential risks with data access and permissions in AI systems?  Should users tell language models that accuracy affects their rewards to improve responses?  Resources:   View Yonatan Zunger on LinkedIn   View Sherrod DeGrippo on LinkedIn     Related Microsoft Podcasts:                    Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson  The BlueHat Podcast  Uncovering Hidden Risks      Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts     Get the latest threat intelligence insights and guidance at Microsoft Security Insider      The Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast is produced by Microsoft and distributed as part of N2K media network.

Streamline threat detection and response across diverse environments with Microsoft Sentinel, your cloud-native SIEM solution. With features like Auxiliary logs for low-cost storage and proactive data optimization recommendations, you can efficiently manage high volumes of security data without compromising on threat intelligence. Leverage built-in AI and automation to uncover hidden threats and reduce investigation time from days to minutes. Rob Lefferts, CVP for Security Solutions at Microsoft, joins Jeremy Chapman to show how to migrate from existing SIEM solutions with built-in migration tools, ensuring seamless access to your security logs while maintaining investigative integrity.   ► QUICK LINKS: 00:00 - Microsoft Sentinel, modern Cloud SIEM 01:12 - Unified security operations platform 02:55 - Prioritize security updates 04:27 - Storage options 05:11 - Optimize data coverage and usage 06:17 - Protect against long-term persistent attacks 07:58 - Automation using auxiliary logs 08:59 - Manual effort 10:10 - Automation 12:07 - Migration 13:31 - Wrap up   ► Link References Get started at https://aka.ms/MicrosoftSentinel Find samples for the Playbook Logic App and the Function app at https://aka.ms/AuxLogsTIapp   ► Unfamiliar with Microsoft Mechanics?  As Microsoft's official video series for IT, you can watch and share valuable content and demos of current and upcoming tech from the people who build it at Microsoft. • Subscribe to our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MicrosoftMechanicsSeries • Talk with other IT Pros, join us on the Microsoft Tech Community: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-mechanics-blog/bg-p/MicrosoftMechanicsBlog • Watch or listen from anywhere, subscribe to our podcast: https://microsoftmechanics.libsyn.com/podcast   ► Keep getting this insider knowledge, join us on social: • Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MSFTMechanics  • Share knowledge on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/microsoft-mechanics/ • Enjoy us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msftmechanics/ • Loosen up with us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@msftmechanics

Today, Paul and Neil Hawkins discuss integrating sustainability into corporate innovation, focusing on blending value creation, project discipline, and collaboration to achieve long-term sustainability goals. An industry expert, Neil discusses his strategies and experiences from his extensive career promoting sustainable business practices. For 31 years, Neil was a key leader at Dow, ultimately serving as Chief Sustainability Officer and CVP, Environment, Health, & Safety for the last twelve years. He was the architect of the breakthrough “valuing nature” collaboration with The Nature Conservancy, and he integrated environmental and social considerations into the core of the Dow's business strategy and public reporting. He is widely recognized as one of the world's top sustainable business thought leaders. After Dow, as President of Michigan's Erb Family Foundation, a $350mm regional philanthropy, he focused on improving regional arts in the Great Lakes ecosystem, promoting environmental justice, and founding the Sustainable Business Network of Detroit. He served as interim CEO and President of the World Environment Center, facilitating a merger with Wildlife Habitat Council. He is President of Michigan Sustainability Associates, LLC and Research Advisor/Instructor at Harvard University in the Master of Sustainability ALM program. "Cultivate an environment where sustainability is not just a checkmark but a core value driving every stage gate process." ~Neil Hawkins Today on Innovation Talks: ·     Integrating sustainability into corporate processes is crucial: Embedding sustainability within every business process drives long-term success and profitability.·     Leadership and employee enthusiasm are vital: Effective transformational change hinges on support from both top leadership and committed lower-level employees.·     Addressing middle management resistance: The so-called "frozen middle" often resists change; successful strategies involve engaging and educating them.·     Early efforts yield financial and environmental returns: Dow's initial sustainability goals delivered a $4 billion return on a $1 billion investment, demonstrating clear economic benefits.·     Focus on expertise before implementation: Ensuring capable individuals are in place before integrating sustainability screens prevents ineffective practices.·     Continuous progress in sustainable innovation: Companies increasingly adopt sustainability strategies, illustrating an industry-wide shift towards more sustainable practices.·     Collaborative initiatives drive innovation: Partnerships with other industries and stakeholders can significantly accelerate sustainability goals.·     Listening to stakeholders enhances outcomes: Understanding internal and external stakeholder needs is essential for effective sustainability integration. Guest contact information: Follow Neil Hawkins on LinkedIn for updates on sustainability topicshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/neil-hawkins-he-him-his-695a977?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B9AeDqQXXSSSaugUSH2vRzQ%3D%3D Resources mentioned: Project Charter Bloghttps://www.linkedin.com/pulse/trick-sustainability-consulting-projects-project-neil-neil-adhpe/ Value Proposition Blog for Sustainabilityhttps://www.wholeworks.com/blog/value-proposition-framework-sustainable-development Systems Change --- Breakthrough versus Incremental -- Systems Shifthttps://www.wholeworks.com/blog/value-proposition-framework-sustainable-development  Ready to Transform Your Innovation Strategy? If you're a product manager or innovator looking to streamline your processes and turn chaos into control, you won't want to miss this opportunity.Dive into our exclusive, free eBook on Innovation Ops strategies designed just for you.Learn the secrets to revolutionizing your approach and achieving success with clarity and precision.Download your copy today. Visit https://info.sopheon.com/innovationops-ebookStart your journey to becoming an innovation powerhouse now! This Podcast is brought to you by SopheonThanks for tuning into this week's episode of Innovation Talks. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Apple Podcasts | TuneIn | Stitcher | Spotify | iHeart Be sure to connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, and share your favorite episodes on social media to help us reach more listeners like you. For additional information about new product development or corporate innovation, sign up for Sopheon's monthly newsletter, where we share news and industry best practices! The fastest way to do this is to go to sopheon.com and click here.

In this episode critical care nurse educator, Sarah Vance, discusses intra-cardiac pressures including central venous pressures (CVP), pulmonary artery pressures (PAP and PAOP), fluid responsiveness, and venous oxygen saturation (SvO2). Check out Nicole Kupchik's exam reviews and practice questions at nicolekupchikconsulting.com. Use the promo code UPMYGAME20 to get 20% off all products. Do you need help with your resume, interviewing, or need career coaching? Check out Sarah at New Thing Nurse: Get 15% off of her resume and cover letter templates using the promo code UPMYGAME Nursing students and new grad career services  Experienced RN career services NP career services

Yonatan Zunger, CVP of AI Safety & Security at Microsoft joins Nic Fillingham and Wendy Zenone on this week's episode of The BlueHat Podcast. Yonatan explains the distinction between generative and predictive AI, noting that while predictive AI excels in classification and recommendation, generative AI focuses on summarizing and role-playing. He highlights how generative AI's ability to process natural language and role-play has vast potential, though its applications are still emerging. He contrasts this with predictive AI's strength in handling large datasets for specific tasks. Yonatan emphasizes the importance of ethical considerations in AI development, stressing the need for continuous safety engineering and diverse perspectives to anticipate and mitigate potential failures. He provides examples of AI's positive and negative uses, illustrating the importance of designing systems that account for various scenarios and potential misuses.      In This Episode You Will Learn:       How predictive AI anticipates outcomes based on historical data  The difficulties and strategies involved in making AI systems safe and secure from misuse  How role-playing exercises help developers understand the behavior of AI systems    Some Questions We Ask:        What distinguishes predictive AI from generative AI?  Can generative AI be used to improve decision-making processes?  What is the role of unit testing and test cases in policy and AI system development?    Resources:   View Yonatan Zunger on LinkedIn      View Wendy Zenone on LinkedIn   View Nic Fillingham on LinkedIn    Related Microsoft Podcasts:     Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast   Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson   Uncovering Hidden Risks       Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts  

In this episode, Dr. Schmidt talks with JoAn Majors, CSP, CVP, RDA, on leadership and communicate skills. She is the author of several books, including "Permission to be Honest: Tough Talk on Soft Skills for Providers of Care and Their Teams." She shares ways to approach patients and have conversations about care needs, emphasizing the importance of asking the right questions and promoting a posture of curiosity. JoAn is the co-founder and content creationspecialist of The Soft Skills Institute, an AGDPACE National CE provider. She and her husband, Dr. Chuck Majors, a second-generation dentist, provide online content that is scalable, affordable, and predictable for maximum implementation and after-care. Listen now.

Get the latest agriculture news in today's AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today's show, ag groups urge EPA to amend Endangered Species Act processes and the Bureau of Reclamation is seeking comments on proposed changes to CVP operation. Tune in for this and more of the day's agriculture news. 

This week's Wiser Loyalty series podcast with our hosts, Bill Hanifin and Aaron Dauphinee, looks at the good, bad and the ugly of select CVPs in the market place. These two partners of the Wise Marketer Group take on a new topic each month by tapping into one of the courses from the Loyalty Academy™ Certified Loyalty Marketing Professional™ (CLMP™) curriculum. They then provide their own perspectives and current market examples to bring that material to life for listeners.The month of July has been all about CVP and exploring certain constructs from the Loyalty Academy™ course on “How to Create a Winning Value Proposition” (#106). This week's episode capstones the months thoughts with a few specific market examples for who's aligned their loyalty program CVP to their brand's promise well, and a bit of a slight critique on those that could do better.Show notes:1) Bill Hanifin2) Aaron Dauphinee3) The Loyalty Academy™4) The Wise Marketer

Our hosts, Bill Hanifin and Aaron Dauphinee, return this week with the Wiser Loyalty series podcast for Let's Talk Loyalty. These two partners of the Wise Marketer Group take on a new topic each month by tapping into one of the courses from the Loyalty Academy™ Certified Loyalty Marketing Professional™ (CLMP™) curriculum. They then provide their own perspectives and current market examples to bring that material to life for listeners.For the month of July, they are exploring the Loyalty Academy™ course on “How to Create a Winning Value Proposition” (#106). This week's the two subject matter experts talk about the role of customer experience (CX) and it's importance within a brand's customer value proposition (CVP). The two discuss how CX interactions align with the benefits and actions that stem from operating a loyalty program, including providing real life examples that reinforce their perspectives. Show notes:1) Bill Hanifin2) Aaron Dauphinee3) The Loyalty Academy™4) The Wise Marketer

Personal branding is a crucial yet often misunderstood aspect of career development. Many professionals mistake personal brand for self-promotion or social media showmanship.This episode debunks these myths and reveals the true power of strategic personal branding. Featuring insights from two tech executives, Annie Pearl of Microsoft and Iska Saric of Meta, we pull back the curtain on how industry leaders craft and wield their personal brands to open doors, land dream roles, and shape their legacies.The episode provides actionable strategies to build an authentic and compelling brand that catapults your career forward.We also discuss:The critical distinction between reputation and brandWhy you don't need to become an influencerThe power of ‘peak roles' in accelerating your careerTailoring your brand story to specific audiencesStrategies for expanding your professional networkNavigating gender dynamics in personal brandingThe 30-minute per week method to brand-buildingReferenced:Annie Pearl, CVP at Microsoft: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anniepearl/Iska Saric, VP of Communications at Meta: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iska-saric-97210212/Crafting a compelling career story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Reh9wTUIYc&t=1078sWhere to find Nikhyl:LinkedInTwitter/XThreadsFind The Skip:WebsiteSubstackYouTubeSpotifyApple PodcastsTikTokDon't forget to subscribe to The Skip to hear me coach you through timely career lessons. If you're interested in joining me on a future call, send me a note on LinkedIn, Threads, or Twitter.Timestamps(00:00) Episode format(02:14) Why brand matters(04:47) Building a brand ≠ becoming an influence(08:14) Reputation versus brand(10:28) How to establish a reputation(13:55) Leveraging professional connections(18:08) The role that will transform your career(24:12) Crafting and communicating your brand(30:09) The "30-minute per week" method(30:49) Navigating(35:36) Key takeaways from this episode(35:56) How to get in touch

This is another week of the Wiser Loyalty series podcast, which is hosted by Aaron Dauphhinee, CMO of the Wise Marketer Group, and the CEO, Bill Hanifin. These leading loyalty marketers unveil constructs form the Loyalty Academy™ curriculum which leads to candidates achieving their Certified Loyalty Marketing Professional™ (CLMP™) designation. In this episode, they explore constructs for “How to Create a Winning Value Proposition” (course #106) and building upon last week's discussion on the importance of knowing your customer – in the sense of understanding the macro cultural trends that impact customer outlook, including considerations you need to take into account even before you get to data segmentation. This week explores the basic elements of creating a solid CVP at a top level. Noted are the “must haves” to creating an offer set that will engage customers and keep them interested over the long term in the opinion of these tenured loyalty experts.Show notes:1) Bill Hanifin2) Aaron Dauphinee3) The Loyalty Academy™4) The Wise Marketer

The Wiser Loyalty series podcast is hosted by Aaron Dauphinee and Bill Hanifin from the Wise Marketer Group. They tap into courses from the Loyalty Academy™ Certified Loyalty Marketing Professional™ (CLMP™) curriculum and bring that material to life with current market examples. In this episode, our hosts bring fresh content from The Loyalty Academy™ on “How to Create a Winning Value Proposition” (course #105). The “CVP” as we refer to it is the centerpiece of loyalty program strategy and an important piece of the broader customer strategy for your organization. Hear about what you need to consider when you strike out to create a value proposition that will gain the attention of customers and help you develop the valuable relationships you seek. The community of professionals who have earned their CLMP™ from the Loyalty Academy™ is nearing 1,000 individuals across 53 countries worldwide. If you would like more information on how to become part of the community leading this industry into the future, please visit LoyaltyAcademy.org.Show notes:1) Bill Hanifin2) Aaron Dauphinee3) The Loyalty Academy™4) The Wise Marketer

*Hosted by Radu Palamariu*In this episode, I interviewed Donna Warton, Microsoft's CVP of Supply Chain and Sustainability. She shares insights from her career progression across finance, Motorola, and Dell and now leading the supply chain for Microsoft's Windows and Devices division.We also discussed Microsoft's innovations in AI-powered devices, sustainability initiatives focusing on circularity and carbon reduction, practical applications of AI in supply chain management, and Microsoft's cultural approach to change and how they are structuring teams to adapt to the fast pace of innovation.Discover more details here.Follow us on:Instagram: http://bit.ly/2Wba8v7Twitter: http://bit.ly/2WeulzXLinkedin: http://bit.ly/2w9YSQXFacebook: http://bit.ly/2HtryLd

Sam Schillace is the CVP and Deputy CTO at Microsoft. Before Microsoft, Sam held prominent engineering roles at Google and Box. He has also founded six startups, including Writely, which was acquired by Google and became Google Docs. – In today's episode, we discuss: Sam's advice for future engineers What's next for AI How to develop technical taste The importance of asking “what if” questions Lessons on market timing Scaling a software company in 2024 – Referenced: Amazon: https://amazon.com Box: https://www.box.com/ Elon Musk: https://twitter.com/elonmusk Google Docs: https://docs.google.com Itzhak Perlman: https://itzhakperlman.com/ Microsoft: https://www.microsoft.com Netflix: https://www.netflix.com Tesla: https://www.tesla.com/ The Innovator's Dilemma: https://www.amazon.com.au/Innovators-Dilemma-Clayton-M-Christensen/dp/0062060244 TurboTax: https://turbotax.intuit.com/ Uber: https://www.uber.com/ Walmart: https://www.walmart.com/ Workday: https://www.workday.com/ Writely: https://techcrunch.com/2005/08/31/writely-process-words-with-your-browser/ – Where to find Sam Schillace: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schillace/ Newsletter: https://sundaylettersfromsam.substack.com/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/sschillace – Where to find Brett Berson: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-berson-9986094/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/brettberson – Where to find First Round Capital: Website: https://firstround.com/ First Round Review: https://review.firstround.com/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/firstround YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FirstRoundCapital This podcast on all platforms: https://review.firstround.com/podcast – Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (02:54) Lessons on market timing (07:30) Developing technical taste (09:51) Asking “what if” questions (14:03) Building Google Docs (19:32) The decline of Google apps (20:57) The Innovator's Dilemma facing Microsoft (22:53) The differences between Google and Microsoft (24:42) How to build a winning product (27:46) Becoming an optimist (29:12) Why engineering teams aren't smaller (32:00) Sam's prediction about AI (34:11) Capturing the value of AI (37:43) How you should think about AI (45:33) Advice for future engineers (48:18) What makes a great engineer (49:45) One thing the best engineers do (51:37) Microsoft's new leverage (56:01) Scaling software in 2024 (59:50) The future of AI across several sectors (64:28) What Sam and a violinist have in common

Today's interview is with Jeff Comstock, CVP of Dynamics 365 Customer Service at Microsoft. Jeff joins me today to talk about Co-Pilot for Service, the impact it is having on the agent experience and also customer/business outcomes, their experience trialling it extensively with their own customer service engineers, how their early adopter clients are leveraging Co-Pilot in Service, what they have done, the outcomes they achieved, how long it took them to achieve those outcomes and, finally, what are the big challenges that organisations need to tackle in order to fully realise the potential of leveraging Generative AI in customer service and experience. This interview follows on from my recent interview – Personalisation and the pink elephant in the room – Interview with Emma Springham of TSB – and is number 505 in the series of interviews with authors and business leaders who are doing great things, providing valuable insights, helping businesses innovate and delivering great service and experience to both their customers and their employees. NOTE: Today's episode is sponsored by Qualtrics, ahead of the annual gathering of experience leaders at Qualtrics X4 in London on June 6th. There you can hear about some of the best customer experience programmes from industry leaders and companies including Belron, Allianz and Adidas. You can register now at the Qualtrics website.

After taking a near 20 year hiatus, Tracy Allegro returned to her painting with a zeal and dedication that hasn't let up since. Join us in a conversation on the importance of joy, how art never really leaves your life, and why you should pick up the paint brush again.Find Tracy Allegro: https://www.tracyallegroart.com/ https://www.instagram.com/Tracyallegroart/ Mentioned in the episode: CVP from Art2Life https://www.art2life.com/about-cvp/ Chairish art market: https://www.chairish.com/ Chateau Orquevaux: https://www.chateauorquevaux.com/ North River Art Fair: https://www.northriverarts.org/Festival-of-the-Arts Want a postcard print from me? Send me a dm on Instagram with your name and address~Brush Work Episode # 101Join the Summer Art Marathon: https://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork/2024/5/7/summer-art-marathon Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets to keep us in the studio. New episodes every Tuesday! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ Submit to Brush Work: https://www.stephaniescott.art/brush-work-submission Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

All-time Saints Wide Receiver Marques Colston is targeting a $100 million raise for his new sports tech fund Champion Venture Partners. CVP has a unique fund structure; they invest in cash flowing companies and their investors have the typical carry + upside you'd see in a traditional venture fund. However, since CVP offers a special operational consulting component to its portfolio companies, they issue profit sharing dividends to their LP base. That's a fancy way of saying investors are getting their money back faster because CVP is making money quicker from the companies they are investing in. Marques is onto something here… Disclaimer: Athletes and Assets, Inc. accepts no liability for the content of this video, or for the consequences of any actions taken on the basis of the information provided. Please invest responsibly and consult a financial advisor before making investing related decisions.