Tech Talks

In this episode of TechTalks, the co-founders of BatFast, Jignesh Patel and Runish Gudhka, discuss their journey and innovative technology behind their sports tech company. Rooted in Runish’s experience as an athlete and their shared love of Cricket, BatFast aims to increase participation in sports like Cricket, Baseball, and Tennis by making them more accessible, engaging, and (crucially) affordable. They have developed a simulation-based product that includes an automated ball-throwing system integrated with video projections, immersive graphics, and various scoring systems. This technology not only reduces the cost and space required for playing these sports but also enhances the user experience with data and analytics. Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.com The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com

Today on Tech Talks we chat to Louise Thomas, CEO of Air Aware Labs, about their mission to personalize air pollution data, and their innovative integration with Strava (which you can start using for free today)! David also looks at Louise's journey from government to entrepreneurship. Discover how Air Aware Labs is helping individuals make data-driven decisions to reduce their exposure to harmful pollutants. Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.com The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com

In this episode of Tech Talks, we sit down with Robert Hicks, the Chief People Officer at Atheneum, to explore the critical role of culture in modern workplaces. Robert shares his insights on building a thriving culture, the importance of finding, training, and retaining talent, and how Atheneum leverages expert networks to provide intelligence as a service. Tune in to learn about the challenges and opportunities in the evolving world of work, and how organizations can navigate the future with a strong cultural foundation. Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.com The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com

In this episode of Tech Talks, we dive into the incredible journey of Thomas J. Vosper, whose last business failure opened the door to a wildly successful venture. From self-publishing books to leading historic pub crawls through London, Thomas has amassed hundreds of thousands of followers and is on the brink of announcing a major book deal. David catches-up with him in a truly historic venue to quiz him about his unique marketing and branding strategies, the power of community, and the creative ways he engages with his audience. Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.com The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com

As students receive exam results across the United Kingdom, we dive into the perspectives of young professionals entering the tech industry with Leo Sharma, a guest David first interview several years ago and who now stands on the cusp of his working life! Leo shares his journey through education, his perceptions of the tech world, and his thoughts on the future of employment and sustainability. Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.com The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com

In this episode of Tech Talks, Hans Westerhof, co-founder and Managing Director of Remove, discusses the importance of carbon dioxide removal in achieving net zero emissions. Together we explore various methods used to capture and store CO2, including nature-based solutions like planting trees and technological solutions like vacuum cleaners that filter CO2 from the air. Hans highlights the challenges faced by the industry, such as high costs and the need for infrastructure development. There is huge importance in reducing emissions alongside carbon removal efforts and Dsvid and Han discuss the emerging market for carbon removal credits, which companies can buy to offset their carbon footprint. Hans provides insights into the future of carbon dioxide removal and the role of startups in developing innovative solutions to combat climate change. Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.com The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com

In this episode, David Savage interviews Mark Grindey from Zeus Cloud and asks him to reflect on the recent CrowdStrike crisis and its impact on businesses. Mark shares insights on the importance of not blindly trusting suppliers when it comes to updates and the need for rigorous testing before implementation. He discusses the challenges faced by companies during the global outage and emphasizes the significance of having robust policies and procedures in place to prevent such incidents. Mark also highlights the differences in response times between the private and public sectors and the importance of allowing technical teams to do their jobs without excessive interference from management. Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.com The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com

In this episode of Tech Talks, David talks to Dr Emilia Molimpakis, the brilliant mind behind Thymia. Emilia's on a mission to revolutionize mental health diagnostics using AI. Sharing her deeply personal story (the inspiration behind Thymia), Emilia talks about how AI can be used to analyze voice, video, and behavioral data to provide objective mental health assessments. Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.com The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com

On Tech Talks today we chat with Mike Myer, the CEO and founder of Quiq, and discuss the future of customer service and engagement. Whilst at Collision, David sat down with Mike as he shared insights on how Quiq is revolutionizing the way businesses connect with their customers through text messaging and AI. What is the role of AI in enhancing customer service, and what challenges and opportunities come with adopting these new technologies? Also on the show David and Akeesh discuss the news that Google have hired the founders of Character.ai and ask what it means for the industry. Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.com The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com

David recently spent time talking to Taban Shoresh OBE, the founder of The Lotus Flower, a charity dedicated to supporting women and girls impacted by conflict and displacement. Taban shares her inspiring personal story from being a genocide survivor and child political prisoner to becoming a passionate advocate for displaced women. Listen in as we discuss the challenges and triumphs of her mission, the importance of humanizing displacement, and the power of storytelling in driving change. To find out more about Taban and The Lotus Flower head to https://thelotusflower.org/story Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.com The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com