A Geek Leader Podcast - inspiring technical and creative leaders around the world

About Adrian Adrian Kelly is a qualified solicitor, lecturer and lifelong learner. He researches and writes on performance, sustainable success and well-being. His aim is to shine a light on key elements of success stories which sometimes go under the radar and bring key learnings to a wider audience. In his Book the Success Complex, he explores core skills vital to overcoming challenge, using examples which range from historical figures such as Napoleon, Nelson Mandela and Martin Luther King Jr to the movie stars of today. He examines how even the brightest and best can lose their way when it comes to the application of those skills. Finally, in a world of ever-increasing opportunity, he invites the reader to consider what the most important things to accomplish in life really are – they might not always be what you think. Today We Talked About Adrian's background book success Sports Success if fleeting Control Screentime Amazon Culture perceived autonomy Atomic Motivation Purpose Meaning vs. Purpose Feeling of Fulfillment Reflecting Transcendence Self-Actualization... or Self-Transcendence Legacy Hardest part of writing the book Obstacles to Success Self-Doubt Small wins Chart your progress Perfectionist Myth of IQ and EQ Self-talk Connect with Adrian LinkedIn Website Book Leave me a tip $ Click here to Donate to the show I hope you enjoyed this show, please head over to Apple Podcasts and subscribe and leave me a rating and review, even one sentence will help spread the word.  Thanks again!

About Carrie Carrie Rickert is an author and the founder and CEO of Nomis Advisors, a management consultancy firm in Stevensville, MD. Carrie has worked with hundreds of companies to strategically develop programs to initiate change. Additionally, Carrie is a trauma survivor and an expert on navigating catalytic circumstances. Carrie's book is Trauma is a Catalyst and can be found on Amazon and BarnesandNoble.com. Today We Talked About Carrie's background Organizational Development Her Accident Recovery Mindset Recognize when you need help...and ask for it Compassion and Empathy Tell me why this is important to you People need to be heard Be real around people listen to people ask "Why you're doing this" Question the rules Book Cover - Rachel Rickert   Connect with Carrie LinkedIn Website Book Leave me a tip $ Click here to Donate to the show I hope you enjoyed this show, please head over to Apple Podcasts and subscribe and leave me a rating and review, even one sentence will help spread the word.  Thanks again!

About Andrey Andrey is the Founder and CEO of Distillery, a leading nearshore software development firm that embeds top-tier AI-enabled senior engineers and agile experts directly into clients' projects. He has 15+ years of software development leadership experience. An entrepreneur and talented developer in his own right, he now focuses on delivering the teams and products that enable other businesses to succeed. Today We Talked About Background Gaming Empathy Different doesn't mean better or worse... Letting Go Pizza Rule... Separate yourself from the company Balance... don't stop being a human Culture of a business Vision development Connect with Andrey LinkedIn Website Leave me a tip $ Click here to Donate to the show I hope you enjoyed this show, please head over to Apple Podcasts and subscribe and leave me a rating and review, even one sentence will help spread the word.  Thanks again!

About Eileen Eileen Forrestal, having spent 20+ years as an Anesthesiologist 'putting people to sleep' with powerful drugs, embarked on a mission to ‘wake people up’ to the power of words. Author of The Courage To Shine, her invitation is to encourage you to Find Your Voice and Discover The Healing Power of Your Words and to have the courageous conversations that will make a real difference, breaking free from fears that are holding you back from full self-expression and fulfilment in life. Through her transformational Get Up and Go diaries and journals, and Shine Your Light Coaching and Consulting, Eileen is committed to inspiring, encouraging, motivating, and empowering you to live your best one-and-only life, right now. Eileen, a certified coach, accomplished trainer and natural leader, is committed to lifelong learning and sees curiosity, personal development and contribution as access to wellbeing and success in all areas of life. Her passions are for fostering connection, promoting collaboration and making meaningful contribution through self-expression, and delights in seeing others Shine in the Art of Living, She counts summiting Kilimanjaro, trekking to Everest Base Camp, rafting the Zambezi, cycling the Mekong Delta, jumping from an airplane, riding an ostrich and hypnotizing a chicken as some of her more memorable life events. The co-creator of the Genius Journal with Roger Hamilton, Eileen is a Flow Consultant with Wealth Dynamics, trained to help you get into your ‘entrepreneurial’ flow with fun, freedom and ease. As Co-founder of “Get Up and Go Publications Ltd, and her "Shine Your Light Coaching and Consulting," Eileen ignites the spark within, inspiring, encouraging, motivating, and empowering individuals to live their best lives, helping them She is passionate about encouraging young adults and teens, helping them prepare to navigate the uncertain waters of post school life with courage and confidence. No stranger to ‘Intensive Care’ Eileen understands the importance of trust, support and encouragement as we face life’s difficulties. Eileen cares passionately that individuals discover their inner shine and express it freely in the world, lighting the way for others. If you want a true and trusted coach in your corner and guide on your side, look no further than Dr Eileen Forrestal at Shine Your Light Coaching and Consulting. Today We Talked About Eileen's background Are you doing your best Everywhere in life? Self-Expression Fear What's the worst that can happen? Mountain Climbing and Adventures One More Step Embrace the Edge Connect with Eileen www.eileenforrestal.com www.getupandgodiary.com LinkedIn Leave me a tip $ Click here to Donate to the show I hope you enjoyed this show, please head over to Apple Podcasts and subscribe and leave me a rating and review, even one sentence will help spread the word.  Thanks again!

About David David holds a Ph.D. in Applied Game Theory from the University of Cambridge, is the creator of the first multi-agent system framework with native support for distributed ledger technologies (https://aea.dev), and is a co-founder and the CEO at Valory. He has conducted research on the Economics of Networks, strategy of conflict, political competition, and multi-agent systems. He has created the first framework for the development and production deployment of agents in a decentralized multi-agent multi-stakeholder environment. David has a proven track record of taking projects from concept stage to production as demonstrated at Yoyo Wallet, Azembly, Panopy and Fetch.ai.   Today We Talked About David's background Game Theory? Crypto Transparency Smart Contracts Agents Crypto and AI synergies OLAs Co-Own AI Connect with David LinkedIn Website OLAs X Leave me a tip $ Click here to Donate to the show I hope you enjoyed this show, please head over to Apple Podcasts and subscribe and leave me a rating and review, even one sentence will help spread the word.  Thanks again!

About Alex Alex Heublein is the President of the U.S. division of Netsurit, where he leads efforts to help small and medium-sized businesses navigate the complexities of digital transformation. With over three decades of experience in IT and business strategy, Alex is passionate about demystifying technology for SMBs and providing actionable insights to drive efficiency and innovation. At Netsurit, Alex works closely with business leaders to develop tailored strategies that not only enhance operational efficiency but also build resilience and adaptability in an ever-evolving digital landscape. He is also a sought-after speaker and thought leader, frequently contributing to discussions on digital transformation, cybersecurity, and the strategic use of technology in business. His mission is to empower organizations to unlock their full potential and achieve sustained competitive advantage. Today We Talked About Background Generative AI MBA and PhD. Personal Productivity with Gen AI Department AI Enterprise AI Making Decisions out of structured and unstructured data Art of the Possible Choose the Right Use Cases Connect with Alex LinkedIn Website Alexh@netsurit.com Leave me a tip $ Click here to Donate to the show I hope you enjoyed this show, please head over to Apple Podcasts and subscribe and leave me a rating and review, even one sentence will help spread the word.  Thanks again!

About Klaas CEOs turn to Klaas when they need an unbiased peer who uniquely understands the lonely burden of leadership and the complexity of a today's technology driven business. He brings a unique blend of expertise gained from engineering, corporate finance, and executive leadership roles. Klaas is usually called on to map out a clear path forward when there are no easy decisions. He has set strategies for scaling teams during 10x growth as well as downsizing when needed. Klaas has led companies through both buy and sell sides of M&A, in startups and public companies. He brings accountability in leadership teams through data-driven clarity. Above all Klaas is a versatile advisor, toggling between strategy and execution. CEOs rely on Klaas when ambiguity looms, leveraging his rational approach and proven frameworks. During his free time Klaas relaxes with online racing and strategy games. Sundays are for NFL. Today We Talked About Klaas's background Agile and Scrum CTO leadership Keeping the lights on (BAU) How Technology drives the business forward Trends in Technology Is there a Fax Machine?? What is the role of the CEO? Digital Transformation Culture People come in to do a good job... have faith and trust in people How do you make their life better? Develop people Output is valuable Career perspective Your Job of CTO Learn to talk to other leaders Football? Connect with Klaas LinkedIn Website Leave me a tip $ Click here to Donate to the show I hope you enjoyed this show, please head over to Apple Podcasts and subscribe and leave me a rating and review, even one sentence will help spread the word.  Thanks again!

About Ken Kenneth K. Boyer combines a lifelong love of cars and engineering with a career focused on management and supply chain. He's the Fisher designated professor of operations and business analytics at Fisher College of Business, Ohio State University./ He was coeditor-in-chief of the Journal of Operations Management, and served on the faculty at Michigan State and DePaul universities. Boyer is a member of the Academy of Management, Production and Operations Management Society, and the Decision Sciences Institute. Recently, he visited Vietnam to study Vinfast's rise. He's published numerous academic articles and two books. His latest is The Electric Vehicle Revolution: Five Visionaries Leading the Charge. He lives in Columbus, Ohio, and currently drives a Tesla Model 3. Learn more at gearschange.com. Today We Talked About EVs Henry Ford Willingness to Change Ability to Profit Transform the Supply Change 5 Visionaries and their stories What's next for EVs Connect with Ken LinkedIn Book Website X Leave me a tip $ Click here to Donate to the show I hope you enjoyed this show, please head over to Apple Podcasts and subscribe and leave me a rating and review, even one sentence will help spread the word.  Thanks again!

About Itamar Itamar Friedman is the CEO and Co-Founder of Qodo, a company dedicated to enhancing code integrity. Under his leadership, Qodo specializes in generating automated tests, providing code explanations, and conducting thorough code reviews. Their groundbreaking research in generating code solutions for competitive programming challenges has even outperformed Google DeepMind. Today We Talked About Itamar's background AI TDD - Test Driven Development Machine Learning Hardware vs Software Verification Code Integrity Future of Software Development and QA "No fear from a good conflict" Connect with Itamar LinkedIn Website X Leave me a tip $ Click here to Donate to the show I hope you enjoyed this show, please head over to Apple Podcasts and subscribe and leave me a rating and review, even one sentence will help spread the word.  Thanks again!

About Eric Eric Müller is the VP of Engineering and CISO at Presence, where he has led engineering teams and supported automated processes to deliver high-quality digital products for the past decade. With over 20 years of experience in engineering and security, Eric has worked across various industries including banking, social media, B2B, retail, fashion, and online gaming. His extensive background includes significant roles at Wells Fargo Bank, Charles Schwab, Razorfish, and Mekanism, where he delivered award-winning projects for clients such as Samsung, eBay, and DKNY. At Presence, Eric fosters empathetic leadership and transparent communication to build resilient, high-performing tech teams. An advocate for healthy agency-client collaboration, Eric involves partners early and often in the development process. His experience has proven that stronger client relationships result in better products. Beyond his professional achievements, Eric is an amateur photographer and baking enthusiast who loves discussing security. Today We Talk About Eric's background What is Empathetic Leadership Teams? Ron Lichty Therapy - EAP Programs Empathy Generosity No Person is an Island... we can't do it on our own Connect With Eric LinkedIn Website Leave me a tip $ Click here to Donate to the show I hope you enjoyed this show, please head over to Apple Podcasts and subscribe and leave me a rating and review, even one sentence will help spread the word.  Thanks again!