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  • Episode 169: Designing Culture with Data at the Core with Matt Culver & Nomaan Ahmed

    Episode 169: Designing Culture with Data at the Core with Matt Culver & Nomaan Ahmed
    Feb 20 2025
    In this episode of CTO Confessions, TC Gill talks with engineering leaders Matt Culver & Nomaan Ahmed from Super.com about how data-driven decision-making shapes both engineering and company culture. They explore the role of data in leadership, team dynamics, and fostering a strong workplace culture. Key Takeaways: - Measuring the right things, even intangibles like happiness, helps build a strong organizational foundation. - Leaders must listen, adapt, and embrace feedback to avoid blind spots and poor decisions. – Hiring for cultural alignment and fostering organic team connections strengthens the workplace. Success depends on a team-driven mindset, the ability to pivot, and a shared vision. Our Guests: Matt Culver & Nomaan Ahmed LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattculver/ & https://www.linkedin.com/in/nomaanahmed/ Website: https://www.super.com/ Intro and background music: Craig MacArthur - Power Shutoff (www.youtube.com/watch?v=x74iB_jtauw)
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    59 min
  • Episode 168: What Makes a Great Tech Leader with Savas Karas

    Episode 168: What Makes a Great Tech Leader with Savas Karas
    Feb 18 2025
    What makes a great tech leader? Savas Karas, CTO of CAPREIT, believes it starts with kindness, support, and open feedback loops. In this episode of CTO Confessions, he shares how fostering a strong culture helps teams stay motivated, aligned, and unafraid of challenges. Key takeaways from the podcast are: - A shared vision keeps teams focused on meaningful goals. - Honest feedback leads to better decisions and stronger teams. - Embracing failure encourages innovation and growth. - Kindness builds trust, the foundation of great leadership. Our Guest: Savas Karas LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/savaskaras/ Website: https://www.capreit.com/ Intro and background music: Craig MacArthur - Power Shutoff (www.youtube.com/watch?v=x74iB_jtauw)
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    1 h
  • Episode 167: The Complex Role of Leadership in Tech with Daniel Natic

    Episode 167: The Complex Role of Leadership in Tech with Daniel Natic
    Feb 14 2025
    In this episode of CTO Confessions, our host TC Gill and guest Daniel Natic dive into the complex role of leadership in tech, exploring the balance between managerial expertise and deep technical knowledge. Key takeaways from the podcast are: - Tech leaders must stay sharp. Keep up with trends, drive change, and understand your team’s decisions. - Treat tools as resources, set aside ego and focus on efficiency. - Challenge the status quo. Streamlining operations is key; change is inevitable, lead it. Our Guest: Daniel Natic LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-natic/ Website: https://finquery.com/careers/ Intro and background music: Craig MacArthur - Power Shutoff (www.youtube.com/watch?v=x74iB_jtauw)
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    43 min
  • Episode 166: Strategies for Crafting Educational Solutions with Todd Ellermann

    Episode 166: Strategies for Crafting Educational Solutions with Todd Ellermann
    Feb 7 2025
    In this episode of CTO Confessions, we explore the dynamic relationship between educational standards, student engagement and the role of artificial intelligence. Listen to Todd Ellermann’s perspective on how these elements intersect and how they are shaping the future of EdTech. Key takeaways - EdTech companies must understand state-specific standards to succeed in U.S. K-12 education. - Engaging students used to TikTok-like content is a growing challenge. - AI in assessments sparks debates on integrity, skills mastery, and EdTech’s role. Our Guest: Todd Ellermann LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddecus/ Website: https://www.imaginelearning.com/ Intro and background music: Craig MacArthur - Power Shutoff (www.youtube.com/watch?v=x74iB_jtauw)
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    50 min
  • Episode 165: How to Structure a Growing AI Company with Yaron Inger

    Episode 165: How to Structure a Growing AI Company with Yaron Inger
    Jan 24 2025
    On this episode of CTO Confessions, our host, TC Gill, is joined by Yaron Inger, Founder of Lightricks, who reveals the unfiltered story behind scaling an AI-driven company. Yaron shares the lessons learned during their growth, emphasizing the importance of managing cashflow, deciding to change their business model and navigating all major growth challenges while staying humane and making difficult decisions. Key takeaways from the podcast are: - Drive meaningful transformation by anchoring your efforts to clear, purpose-driven goals rather than change for its own sake. Prioritize initiatives that align with the business’s strategic vision to avoid unnecessary disruptions and ensure resources are allocated effectively. - Begin with a deep understanding of what the business needs to achieve. This clarity is much needed to inform the design and implementation of the supporting technology. - Examine past actions and learn from the experiences of other organizations. Many valuable insights are hidden in previous efforts, offering opportunities to drive transformational change by leveraging what has already been tried and tested. Our Guest: Yaron Inger LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yaroninger/ Website: https://www.lightricks.com/ Intro and background music: Craig MacArthur - Power Shutoff (www.youtube.com/watch?v=x74iB_jtauw)
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    48 min
  • Episode 164: The Art of Organizational Transformation with Conlath Alcock

    Episode 164: The Art of Organizational Transformation with Conlath Alcock
    Jan 10 2025
    In this episode, our host, TC Gill, sits down with Conlath Alcock, Client CTO at T-Systems, to explore how understanding an organization’s current state and learning from the past can set the stage for a strong foundation and successful transformation.
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    56 min
  • Episode 163: Humble Leadership in Practice with Tim Vasil

    Episode 163: Humble Leadership in Practice with Tim Vasil
    Dec 27 2024
    In this episode of CTO Confessions, host TC and Tim Vasil, CTO of LeanTaaS, explore humble leadership, discussing Tim’s journey from solo contributor to leading high-performing teams, his approach to feedback, building a human-centric culture, and knowing when to delegate.
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    59 min
  • Episode 162: The Human Side Of Tech Leadership With Ivan Kusalic

    Episode 162: The Human Side Of Tech Leadership With Ivan Kusalic
    Dec 20 2024
    In this episode of CTO Confessions, host TC Gill chats with Ivan Kusalic, CTO of green tech organization Enpal. Ivan’s diverse career has shaped his unique approach to tech leadership, rooted in curiosity, empathy, and a commitment to transparency and growth. He shares candid insights on leading in the renewable energy industry, inspiring tech leaders of all levels. Key takeaways from the podcast are: Curiosity and empathy: Drive innovation and connection. Transparency: Encourage feedback and learning from mistakes. Tech alignment: Bridge tech and business effectively. Our Guest: Ivan Kusalic LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ikusalic/ Website: https://www.ivankusalic.com/ Intro and background music: Craig MacArthur - Power Shutoff (www.youtube.com/watch?v=x74iB_jtauw)
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    47 min