Evolution Exchange UK

Daniel Banks leads a dynamic discussion with tech leaders tackling innovation challenges across industries. Nik Newark, CTO at Resilience Dynamic, Ben Chalmers, CTO at Engaged Intelligence, Andy Herron-Newell, CTO at TRI Trials, and Colin Parry, Founder of Head for Data, share their experiences driving change, overcoming resistance, and building resilient systems. Gain insights into CTO-level thinking, strategic innovation, and navigating complexity in tech development from professionals steering transformation in high-stakes environments across the UK tech landscape.

In this special edition of the Evolution Exchange UK Podcast, host Luke Vickers heads to the heart of Cardiff to sit down with Liam Betsworth, CTO at AMPLYFI. Recorded live at the company's headquarters, this episode dives into the dynamic work culture, innovation-driven environment, and what life is really like inside one of the UK’s most forward-thinking tech companies.Whether you're curious about working at AMPLYFI or just love a behind-the-scenes look at tech culture, this one’s for you.📺 Watch the video version here:https://youtu.be/gULg-OomaGo

Host Luke Vickers welcomes Joe Webber, Head of Software Delivery at Good Growth; Laurent Brickell, Chief Technology Officer at Ingentive; Pim van Oerle, Senior Engineering Manager at Oda; and Andy Coates, Contracting Technical Lead at Raviga Group for a deep dive into how high-performing teams stay connected and scale successfully in remote-first environments. Hear expert perspectives on team culture, agile leadership, communication strategies, and navigating the evolving challenges of leading software and engineering teams in today’s distributed tech world.

Host Luke Vickers speaks with David Carboni, Co-Founder at HairTracker; Alex Szymanczak, Team Lead at Hyble; Bryn Sherwood, Technical Project Manager at Block; and Richard Delaney, Software Development Manager at IES Ltd to explore how leaders and teams can maintain a strong, healthy culture while working remotely. The conversation covers strategies for collaboration, employee engagement, and remote team dynamics. Learn how innovative tech professionals are navigating the challenges of virtual environments and shaping the future of remote-first workplaces.

Host Luke Vickers sits down with Laura Gemmell, Founder and Technical CEO at Taught by Humans; Christian Preston, Director of Site Reliability Engineering at NMI; Polly Lindfield, Principal Data Engineering Consultant at PA Consulting; and Emily Wood, Software Engineer at Clear Channel Europe to explore the wide-ranging routes into the tech industry. From leadership to engineering, this conversation highlights the unique backgrounds, challenges, and insights that shaped each guest's journey into technology. Expect actionable advice and inspiring stories from across the tech landscape.

Host Scott Bridges welcomes Jon Ander Oribe Sánchez, CTO at Quantum Mads, José Peña, CTO & Co-Founder of Lurtis Al, Víctor Escobar Gonzalez Chief Technologist at Novatec Software Engineering España, and Ariadna Trueba, QA Technical Director at Parser. Together, they discuss navigating uncertainty in the tech world, sharing expert insights on leadership, crisis management, and resilience. Gain practical strategies on scaling teams, driving innovation, and making critical decisions in fast-evolving software and technology landscapes.

Host Joe Bamber sits down with top industry experts to explore the balance between technology, teams, and product success. Featuring Andrew Beacock, Fractional CTO and Technical Consultant at Tech Leader 4 Hire, Chris Burns, Head of Product at Davies, and Matt Baker, Engineering Manager at Flipdish, this discussion dives into the challenges of scaling tech teams, fostering collaboration, and driving product innovation. Gain expert insights on leadership strategies, agile methodologies, and aligning technology with business goals. Whether you're a tech leader or product strategist, this episode delivers key takeaways on building high-performing teams in the digital age.

Host Joe Bamber explores the pressing issue of tech’s carbon footprint with leading experts in the field. Joining the discussion are Somayeh Taheri from UrbanChain, Ian Watson from ArisGlobal, Tim Lewis from Planet Sport Group, and Joe Thornton from BJSS. Together, they examine how technology companies can reduce emissions, implement sustainable energy solutions, and drive innovation toward a greener future. Tune in for insights on the intersection of technology and climate responsibility, featuring industry perspectives on carbon reduction, renewable energy, and sustainability in tech.

Join Joe Bamber as he engages in a compelling discussion with industry leaders Willie Walsh, Software Engineering Manager at Enterprise Registry Solutions, Michelle McDaid, Founder of The Leading Place, James Malcolm, Capability Lead for Mobile & Quality Engineering at CreateFuture, and Lauren Borodajko, Engineering Manager. The conversation explores the importance of trust in leadership and how human-centric approaches can drive effective, empathetic leadership within the tech industry, fostering positive organizational change.

In this episode, host Rachel Owen is joined by AI experts Robert Green, Co-Founder of Bridgit, Taz Aldawoud, CEO of Doc Abode, Chris Impey, CTO of Consortium X, and Andy Doyle, Chief Strategy & AI Officer at Utopi. They discuss the role of AI in the tech industry, exploring its potential, impact on business, and the ethical considerations surrounding its development. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on whether AI should be feared or embraced in our rapidly evolving technological landscape.