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Featuring Kevin Gilbertson, CIO, State of MontanaCarrie Albro, CIO, Montana Department of Public Health & Human ServicesAdam Carpenter, Chief Data Officer, State of MontanaMark your calendars for the 2024 Phoenix Live Podcast Tour April 1st-3rd, 2024 in Scottsdale, Arizona.Learn more here: https://www.techtables.com/2024-phoenix-live-podcast-tourBefore we get into this week’s podcast, I wanted to give a special shout-out to TechTables podcast sponsors: SentinelOne, Verizon, and SAP.SentinelOne's AI-powered security platform to break down silos and protect this state's entire enterprise with real-time data and control. With seamless updates and overhead reduction securing 15,000+ endpoints across 25 agencies, SentinelOne partners to protect critical assets across states and agencies. Learn how SentinelOne empowers this state to stay secure.Verizon Frontline. The advanced network for first responders on the front lines. It’s your mission. It’s your Verizon.More than 35,000 agencies rely on Verizon Frontline and its mission-critical solutions. Check out the solutions built for first responders.Overwhelmed by Digital Transformation? Here's How One City Keeps Pace in the Digital Age.Provide residents and city employees with an even better, happier life through digital transformation.Download the Case Study Now--------📬 Subscribe to the newsletter🏕️ Intro In this episode, we explore how the State of Montana is pioneering new approaches to AI, data sharing, and analytics to reduce friction for citizens and enable data-driven decisions. Featuring Kevin Gilbertson, CIO of Montana, Carrie Albro, CIO of Montana Health and Human Services, and Adam Carpenter, Montana's Chief Data Officer. We dive into success stories like fixing a decade-long sewer permitting issue, building a statewide justice data warehouse, and developing a resource referral engine to connect citizens to support services. Tune in to hear how Montana is improving cross-agency collaboration, empowering leaders with actionable insights, and leveraging technology for public good.📚 Timestamps00:00 How an unexpected phone call led Adam to become Montana's first Chief Data Officer04:31 Discovering data silos that prevented effective policy decisions08:38 Responding to legislature's demands for proof of IT strategy execution12:48 Carrie advocates for other agencies by asking the "tough questions"15:16 Pursuing constant improvement with "better is possible" mindset18:31 Applying Netflix culture principles to build a dream team21:10 Harnessing AI's potential to create major efficiency gains26:19 Empowering businesses by unlocking the state's data assets27:59 Overcoming 99-year record retention rules through master data30:35 Establishing reciprocal data relationships with local countiesMark your calendars for the 2024 Phoenix Live Podcast Tour, where we will dive deeper into these insights and explore the cutting-edge solutions driving innovation in the public and private sectors.Learn more here: https://www.techtables.com/2024-phoenix-live-podcast-tour⭐️ Leave a ReviewIf you enjoy listening to the podcast, ⁠please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts⁠ and let us know who you want to see next on the podcast in your review. Thanks!You can also Tweet us on ⁠@thejoetoste⁠ and tell us what lessons you learned from the episode so we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏🙏🔗 Connect with TechTablesLinkedIn TechTables ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/techtables/LinkedIn - Connect with Joe! ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtoste/Twitter https://twitter.com/thejoetosteFollow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/techtablespodcast/Website ⁠https://www.techtables.com/ Get full access to TechTables at techtables.substack.com/subscribe

[NEW EPISODE] - UNLOCKED FROM THE VAULT - Orlando Live Podcast Tour at the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel on Saturday, March 18th, 2023📬 Subscribe to the newsletterIn a world of increasing cyber threats, how can government technology leaders try to stay a step ahead of nefarious hackers from China, Russia, and beyond? Our guests, former Florida CIO Jamie Grant and SentinelOne's Morgan Wright give us an inside look at the high-stakes cybersecurity race against bad actors and nation-states.Join us as Jamie and Morgan pull back the curtain on Florida's evolving cyberstrategy to get "left of boom" and prevent attacks before they happen. They'll discuss how AI, automation, and other innovative tools are being used to combat and outmaneuver complex threats.We'll also explore some of the unique public sector challenges around recruitment, retention, and procurement that Jamie's team overcame through creative problem-solving and a change in mindset.Connect with Jamie Grant here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdubyagrantConnect with Morgan Wright here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/morganwright150/Mark your calendars for the 2024 Phoenix Live Podcast Tour April 1st-3rd, 2024 in Scottsdale, Arizona.Learn more here: https://www.techtables.com/2024-phoenix-live-podcast-tourBefore we get into this week’s podcast, I wanted to give a special shout-out to TechTables podcast sponsors: SentinelOne, Verizon, and SAP.SentinelOne's AI-powered security platform to break down silos and protect this state's entire enterprise with real-time data and control. With seamless updates and overhead reduction securing 15,000+ endpoints across 25 agencies, SentinelOne partners to protect critical assets across states and agencies. Learn how SentinelOne empowers this state to stay secure.Verizon Frontline. The advanced network for first responders on the front lines. It’s your mission. It’s your Verizon.More than 35,000 agencies rely on Verizon Frontline and its mission-critical solutions. Check out the solutions built for first responders.Overwhelmed by Digital Transformation? Here's How One City Keeps Pace in the Digital Age.Provide residents and city employees with an even better, happier life through digital transformation.Download the Case Study Now🔖 Timestamps 0:00 - Intro3:00 - Morgan Wright on how 9/11 shaped his "left of boom" cybersecurity approach6:00 - Connecting dots across agencies to prevent attacks9:00 - Creative problem-solving strategies for cybersecurity12:00 - Government procurement disconnects15:00 - Emphasizing speed and agility in public sector18:00 - Automation's role in defending against nation-state threats21:00 - Recruiting and retaining talent in public service24:00 - Evolving workforce and technology for enhanced value27:00 - Driving value on cybersecurity offense30:00 - Pattern recognition across industries33:00 - Innovative cybersecurity philosophies and risk aversion36:00 - Entrepreneurial thinking in government39:00 - Florida's 2030 Cybersecurity Workforce Vision42:00 - Partnerships over headcounts in government45:00 - Economic barriers against adversaries48:00 - Handling continuous attacks on Florida51:00 - Rethinking Cybersecurity with AI54:00 - Inefficient procurement processes57:00 - Empowering teams in cybersecurity1:00:00 - Preparing for future threats1:03:00 - Automation and AI in network security1:06:00 - Local government technology adoption barriersMark your calendars for the 2024 Phoenix Live Podcast Tour, where we will dive deeper into these insights and explore the cutting-edge solutions driving innovation in the public and private sectors.Learn more here: https://www.techtables.com/2024-phoenix-live-podcast-tour⭐️ Leave a ReviewIf you enjoy listening to the podcast, ⁠please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts⁠ and let us know who you want to see next on the podcast in your review. Thanks!You can also Tweet us on ⁠@thejoetoste⁠ and tell us what lessons you learned from the episode so we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏🙏🔗 Connect with TechTablesLinkedIn TechTables ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/techtables/LinkedIn - Connect with Joe! ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtoste/Twitter https://twitter.com/thejoetosteFollow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/techtablespodcast/Website ⁠https://www.techtables.com/ Get full access to TechTables at techtables.substack.com/subscribe

I'm excited to share an exclusive interview with Brendan Wovchko, Chief Technology Officer at Ramsey Solutions, a $250 million organization. Brendan leads Ramsey's 250+ person technology organization, overseeing engineering, product, and software teams. I sat down with Brendan, who has deep insight gleaned from years of startup to leading large-scale teams, to explore the topic of "Mastering Accountability." One insight that struck me is Brendan's definition of accountability itself:"Accountability is the repeated pattern of verifying that expectations are turning into results."Throughout our interview, Brendan shares tactical advice to drive accountability on both an individual and organizational level. You’ll find immense value in hearing how Ramsey Solutions creates an ownership culture.📬 Subscribe to the newsletterIn this engaging episode, you’ll discover:00:30 - Leadership is like a never-ending pie contest.05:25 - Brendan's path from software engineer to CTO and the self-improvement CTO journey07:02 - Essential leadership books that shaped Brendan's leadership approach14:03 - The dual need for business and engineering knowledge in technology leaders17:18 - Transitioning from startup to managing large teams and the importance of accountability19:30 - The 4-step guide to setting expectations for CIOs to minimize team burnout21:12 - Avoiding "ious" expectations for better team communication and performance23:09 - Understanding the DISC profile dynamics within tech leadership25:38 - Brendan's personal evolution into a high-performing leader and his definition of accountability29:24 - Visualizing expectations and understanding the need for prioritization in leadership31:52 - A breakdown of the four leadership archetypes and the importance of self-assessment34:59 - Strategies to elicit honest feedback from your team and improve credibilityBecome a better leader at https://www.ramseysolutions.com/business/entreleadership ps: What's been your single biggest challenge regarding accountability—whether holding yourself or others on your team accountable? I'd love for you to reply back and share your biggest challenge regarding accountabilityMark your calendars for the 2024 Phoenix Live Podcast Tour April 1st-3rd, 2024 in Scottsdale, Arizona.Learn more here: https://www.techtables.com/2024-phoenix-live-podcast-tourBefore we get into this week’s podcast, I wanted to give a special shout-out to TechTables podcast sponsors: SentinelOne, Verizon, and SAP.SentinelOne's AI-powered security platform to break down silos and protect this state's entire enterprise with real-time data and control. With seamless updates and overhead reduction securing 15,000+ endpoints across 25 agencies, SentinelOne partners to protect critical assets across states and agencies. Learn how SentinelOne empowers this state to stay secure.Verizon Frontline. The advanced network for first responders on the front lines. It’s your mission. It’s your Verizon.More than 35,000 agencies rely on Verizon Frontline and its mission-critical solutions. Check out the solutions built for first responders.Overwhelmed by Digital Transformation? Here's How One City Keeps Pace in the Digital Age.Provide residents and city employees with an even better, happier life through digital transformation.Download the Case Study Now⭐️ Leave a ReviewIf you enjoy listening to the podcast, ⁠please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts⁠ and let us know who you want to see next on the podcast in your review. Thanks!You can also Tweet us on ⁠@thejoetoste⁠ and tell us what lessons you learned from the episode so we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏🙏🔗 Connect with TechTablesLinkedIn TechTables ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/techtables/LinkedIn - Connect with Joe! ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtoste/Twitter https://twitter.com/thejoetosteFollow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/techtablespodcast/Website ⁠https://www.techtables.com/ Get full access to TechTables at techtables.substack.com/subscribe

Mark your calendars for the 2024 Phoenix Live Podcast Tour April 1st-3rd, 2024 in Scottsdale, Arizona. Learn more here: https://www.techtables.com/2024-phoenix-live-podcast-tourBefore we get into this week’s podcast, I wanted to give a special shout-out to TechTables podcast sponsors: SentinelOne, Verizon, and SAP.SentinelOne's AI-powered security platform to break down silos and protect this state's entire enterprise with real-time data and control. With seamless updates and overhead reduction securing 15,000+ endpoints across 25 agencies, SentinelOne partners to protect critical assets across states and agencies. Learn how SentinelOne empowers this state to stay secure.Verizon Frontline. The advanced network for first responders on the front lines. It’s your mission. It’s your Verizon.More than 35,000 agencies rely on Verizon Frontline and its mission-critical solutions. Check out the solutions built for first responders.Overwhelmed by Digital Transformation? Here's How One City Keeps Pace in the Digital Age.Provide residents and city employees with an even better, happier life through digital transformation.Download the Case Study Now--------📬 Subscribe to the newsletterIn this episode, we speak with Tim Roemer, Chief Security Officer for GMI, and former Arizona Director of Homeland Security, CIA, and White House Situation Room. Tim shared valuable insights on his dynamic career, the transition from the public to the private sector, and the importance of collaboration in cybersecurity.Connect with Tim here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-roemer-590279192/Highlights from the interview:1. Transition from Public to Private Sector: Tim discussed the challenges and perspectives gained from working in the public sector and the agility and focus on solutions in the private sector. He emphasized the importance of building partnerships and open communication with private sector companies.2. Collaboration in Cybersecurity: Drawing parallels between basketball and cybersecurity, Tim emphasized the significance of effective teamwork and communication in both domains. He highlighted the need for diverse tools and proactive measures while underlining the importance of focusing on fundamental cybersecurity practices.3. TechTables Live Podcast Event: Tim and host Joe Toste also previewed the upcoming live podcast event in Arizona, emphasizing the value of in-person collaboration, diverse thought, and trust-building within the cybersecurity community.Mark your calendars for the 2024 Phoenix Live Podcast Tour, where we will dive deeper into these insights and explore the cutting-edge solutions driving innovation in the public and private sectors.Learn more here: https://www.techtables.com/2024-phoenix-live-podcast-tour⭐️ Leave a ReviewIf you enjoy listening to the podcast, ⁠please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts⁠ and let us know who you want to see next on the podcast in your review. Thanks!You can also Tweet us on ⁠@thejoetoste⁠ and tell us what lessons you learned from the episode so we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏🙏🔗 Connect with TechTablesLinkedIn TechTables ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/techtables/LinkedIn - Connect with Joe! ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtoste/Twitter https://twitter.com/thejoetosteFollow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/techtablespodcast/Website ⁠https://www.techtables.com/ Get full access to TechTables at techtables.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome to our TechTables' Team Spotlight Series, where we spotlight innovative teams and unpack the human stories behind their digital transformations. This limited 5-part series was live from Tallahassee at the Florida Digital Service in 2023. This is Part 5 of 5.Before we get into this week’s podcast, I wanted to give a special shout-out to TechTables podcast sponsors: SentinelOne, Verizon, and SAP.SentinelOne's AI-powered security platform to break down silos and protect this state's entire enterprise with real-time data and control. With seamless updates and overhead reduction securing 15,000+ endpoints across 25 agencies, SentinelOne partners to protect critical assets across states and agencies. Learn how SentinelOne empowers this state to stay secure.Verizon Frontline. The advanced network for first responders on the front lines. It’s your mission. It’s your Verizon.More than 35,000 agencies rely on Verizon Frontline and its mission-critical solutions. Check out the solutions built for first responders.Overwhelmed by Digital Transformation? Here's How One City Keeps Pace in the Digital Age.Provide residents and city employees with an even better, happier life through digital transformation.Download the Case Study Now--------📬 Subscribe to the newsletterIn this episode, we speak with Jamie Grant, fmr. CIO for the State of Florida at Florida Digital Service. Jamie reflects on leading the state's IT modernization efforts and building a high-performing Digital Service team focused on a shared mission of public service. He emphasizes the critical role organizational culture plays in driving innovation, including the need to challenge norms and push boundaries despite friction with established bureaucracy.In this episode, you’ll discover:00:00 "You cannot innovate or disrupt or modernize or transform without some tension and some friction and some push on the status quo."04:15 Finding Qualified Candidates Beyond Degrees12:30 Why Character Beats Qualifications19:47 The Legacy of Florida's Digital Service Team22:33 Lessons from Team Shirt Fridays25:58 Pushing Boundaries to Transform Government⭐️ Leave a ReviewIf you enjoy listening to the podcast, ⁠please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts⁠ and let us know who you want to see next on the podcast in your review. Thanks!You can also Tweet us on ⁠@thejoetoste⁠ and tell us what lessons you learned from the episode so we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏🙏🔗 Connect with TechTablesLinkedIn TechTables ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/techtables/LinkedIn - Connect with Joe! ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtoste/Twitter https://twitter.com/thejoetosteFollow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/techtablespodcast/Website ⁠https://www.techtables.com/ Get full access to TechTables at techtables.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome to our TechTables' Team Spotlight Series, where we spotlight innovative teams and unpack the human stories behind their digital transformations. This limited 5-part series was live from Tallahassee at the Florida Digital Service earlier this year (2023). This is Part 4 of 5.📬 Subscribe to the newsletterIn this episode, we speak with Keith Pruett, Emergency Support Function (ESF) 20 Coordinator at Florida Digital Service, about Florida's digital response efforts during Hurricane Ian, including the rapid deployment of over 800 Starlink kits.Connect with Keith: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-pruett-298542129/In this episode, you’ll discover:0:00 - Intro05:25 - How organized sports build the foundations for government service07:02 - What the “Last Dance” reveals about leadership and team dynamics14:03 - Reliving FL[DS]’s digital response efforts when Hurricane Ian hit17:18 - The inside story of how Starlink was acquired and deployed19:30 - How Starlink connectivity aided search/rescue and infrastructure teams21:12 - Expanding Starlink for hospitals, pharmacies, banks and more23:09 - Coordinating across agencies for procurement, tracking, and more25:38 - Comparing emergency procurement to normal legislative processes29:24 - Applying lessons learned to prepare for the 2023 hurricane season31:52 - The integrated effort across FL[DS] to drive the response34:59 - Unified leadership in FL[DS]'s response⭐️ Leave a ReviewIf you enjoy listening to the podcast, ⁠please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts⁠ and let us know who you want to see next on the podcast in your review. Thanks!You can also Tweet us on ⁠@thejoetoste⁠ and tell us what lessons you learned from the episode so we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏🙏🔗 Connect with TechTablesLinkedIn TechTables ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/techtables/LinkedIn - Connect with Joe! ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtoste/Twitter https://twitter.com/thejoetosteFollow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/techtablespodcast/Website ⁠https://www.techtables.com/ Get full access to TechTables at techtables.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome to our TechTables' Team Spotlight Series, where we spotlight innovative teams and unpack the human stories behind their digital transformations. This limited 5-part series was live from Tallahassee at the Florida Digital Service earlier this year (2023). This is Part 3 of 5. 📬 Subscribe to the newsletterIn this episode, we speak with Jen Cooke, the Partnership and Outreach Administrator at Florida Digital Services, who spearheaded the CoLab for cross-agency collaboration and bringing world-class thought leadership to state government and beyond.Connect with Jen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-cooke-pmp-fccm-6b7683a7/In this episode, you’ll learn:00:26 - How a love for basketball took Jen from managing restaurants to managing teams in state government02:49 - The bold vision to pack out the Colab and make it the place for national thought leadership03:53 - The creative tactic Jen used to launch the CoLab with zero budget05:02 - How the CoLab email list blew up from 50 to 750+06:32 - The key to retaining talented tech workers07:20 - Why every agency needs a CoLab and podcast to recruit top talent08:15 - How Jen designed the CoLab's furniture for large-scale collaboration09:19 - Plans to launch fireside chats to share more stories from the CoLab10:41 - The inspiring moment Jen knew her team could run the CoLab without her15:53 - Jen recalls the dramatic moment Florida agencies united after Hurricane Ian19:20 - The first sold-out CoLab event and more!⭐️ Leave a ReviewIf you enjoy listening to the podcast, ⁠please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts⁠ and let us know who you want to see next on the podcast in your review. Thanks!You can also Tweet us on ⁠@thejoetoste⁠ and tell us what lessons you learned from the episode so we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏🙏🔗 Connect with TechTablesLinkedIn TechTables ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/techtables/LinkedIn - Connect with Joe! ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtoste/Twitter https://twitter.com/thejoetosteFollow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/techtablespodcast/Website ⁠https://www.techtables.com/ Get full access to TechTables at techtables.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome to our TechTables' Team Spotlight Series, where we spotlight innovative teams and unpack the human stories behind their digital transformations. This limited 5-part series was live from Tallahassee at the Florida Digital Service earlier this year (2023). This is Part 2 of 5.📬 Subscribe to the newsletter---Brad Oswald is the customer success manager at Florida Digital Service. In this episode, Brad unpacks why he pivoted careers to serve partners with a “get out of the office” approach centered on empathetic listening, disciplined systems, and relationship building over simplistic adoption metrics.Connect with Brad: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-oswald-9380b493/In this episode, you’ll learn:01:52 - From Chasing Commissions to Pursuing Purpose: Why Brad Shifted Careers03:22 - The Startup Pitch that Convinced Brad to Join the Mission04:52 - What to Look For When Hiring a Relationship-Focused Role06:31 - Walking the Tightrope of Assertive Empathy with Partners08:36 - Why Leading With Empathy is a Game-Changer10:10 - Ditching Sales Quotas: How to Scorecard Lasting Partner Success14:11 - What Jocko Willink Taught Brad About Unlocking Potential16:14 - The Moment Our Perspective Fundamentally Shifted: Getting Out of the Office⭐️ Leave a ReviewIf you enjoy listening to the podcast, ⁠please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts⁠ and let us know who you want to see next on the podcast in your review. Thanks!You can also Tweet us on ⁠@thejoetoste⁠ and tell us what lessons you learned from the episode so we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏🙏🔗 Connect with TechTablesLinkedIn TechTables ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/techtables/LinkedIn - Connect with Joe! ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtoste/Twitter https://twitter.com/thejoetosteFollow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/techtablespodcast/Website ⁠https://www.techtables.com/ Get full access to TechTables at techtables.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome to our TechTables' Team Spotlight Series, where we spotlight innovative teams and unpack the human stories behind their digital transformations. This limited 5-part series was live from Tallahassee at the Florida Digital Service earlier this year (2023). This is Part 1 of 5.--- Candace Wynn is the Cyber Community Ops Manager and Warren Sponholtz is the Deputy State CISO at Florida Digital Service. They discuss how Florida is taking steps to improve cybersecurity through grants, incident response, and community building.Connect with Candace: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candacemwynn/Connect with Warren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/warren-sponholtz/In this episode, you’ll learn:• About the $30 million Cybersecurity Grant Program to help local communities improve cyber resilience • How Florida Digital Service acts as a security operations center to help agencies respond faster to cyber incidents• Why cybersecurity works best as a team sport • How Candace is connecting Florida’s cyber community through working groups and events• The key role empathy and relationship-building play in statewide collaboration• Warren’s perspective on Candace’s strengths in organizing the Cyber Advisory Council• Advice for CIOs and CISOs looking to develop stronger cyber communitiesTimestamps00:00​ - Introducing Warren & Candace 02:30​ - Florida’s $30 million cyber grant program05:00​ - Warren on the importance of cyber collaboration  07:26​ - Candace’s background before community building10:35​ - Warren highlights Candace's strengths13:15​ - Candace discusses the Cyber Advisory Council18:00​ - Connecting agencies through working groups  22:28​ - Building empathy and trust with stakeholders25:17​ - Candace’s statewide outreach to locals⭐️ Leave a ReviewIf you enjoy listening to the podcast, ⁠please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts⁠ and let us know who you want to see next on the podcast in your review. Thanks!You can also Tweet us on ⁠@thejoetoste⁠ and tell us what lessons you learned from the episode so we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏🙏📬 Subscribe to the newsletter🔗 Connect with TechTablesLinkedIn TechTables ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/techtables/LinkedIn - Connect with Joe! ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtoste/Twitter https://twitter.com/thejoetosteFollow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/techtablespodcast/Website ⁠https://www.techtables.com/ Get full access to TechTables at techtables.substack.com/subscribe

Featuring Dr. Joe Way, Director of Learning Environments, University of Southern California🌟 "The more we can say, 'Here's why you're going to come and pay that [tuition],' because we can actually prepare you for the workforce, the more we can give that direct adaptation from classroom to workforce." ~ Joe Way🔗 Connect with Joe: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josiahway/🎙️ What we cover:04:00 - The Bridge from Classroom to Career: How USC's innovative learning environments prepare students for real-world opportunities.14:00 - Inclusivity in Learning: Transcriptions, recorded classes, and AI-assisted education16:00 - Teaching Tools for Tomorrow: Adapting to the evolving educational landscape with new technologies.19:00 - Digital Creative Lab Magic: Exploring the wonders of video games, holograms, and digital art in education.27:00 - Engagement in Education: The shift towards more interactive and collaborative learning experiences.⭐️ Leave a ReviewIf you enjoy listening to the podcast, ⁠please leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts⁠ and let us know in your review who you want to see next on the podcast. Thanks!You can also Tweet us on ⁠@thejoetoste⁠ and tell us what lessons you learned from the episode so we can thank you personally for tuning in 🙏🙏🔗 Connect with TechTablesLinkedIn TechTables ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/techtables/LinkedIn - Connect with Joe! ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtoste/Twitter https://twitter.com/thejoetosteFollow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/techtablespodcast/Website ⁠https://www.techtables.com/#edtech #highereducation #usc Get full access to TechTables at techtables.substack.com/subscribe