On today’s edition of the podcast David sits down with Brett McMickell, a tech leader and CTO at Kubota. Kubota is focused on creating purpose-built technology solutions that help tackle a growing labour shortage across sectors like agriculture and construction. Brett discusses the company's approach, why they approach problems from a different, and novel, perspective and reimagine what a solution can look like due to the evolving capabilities of tech. It’s not about simply bolting technology on! On today’s podcast David and Sam talk about the alignment for the US Federal Government, Big Tech and the Startup Ecosystem. TechCrunch have a good read on the topic: https://techcrunch.com/2025/01/21/startup-founders-flooded-inauguration-parties-hopeful-for-dealmaking/ Also, sign up for our livestream on February 6th! https://www.linkedin.com/events/techflix-foundersintheageofai7284538488467697664/theater/  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 today's episode of the podcast, David is joined by Rebecca Denman, VP of Product Management at Docusign, as she talks us through the company's evolution from an electronic signature platform to an intelligent agreement management solution. In the show we explore how AI and technology are revolutionizing how businesses create, negotiate, manage, and understand agreements. We also cover the need for responsible AI integration in products and consider the wider economic impact of the changes made at Docusign. In our introduction, David is joined by Brenna Barnett to chat about our Digital Leadership Report. We would love your help to make this year's survey the strongest, most insightful, edition yet! It only takes 20 minutes! https://insights.nashsquared.com/s/6XBT3X/?source=TechTalks  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

Zaahirah Adam, founder of Hati, shares her vision for a dating app that prioritizes genuine human connection over superficial interactions. She critiques established platforms for their profit-driven models and discusses the loneliness they can foster. Zaahirah introduces innovative features, like five-minute audio calls for compatibility checks, encouraging meaningful engagement. Driven by personal experiences, she emphasizes the importance of authenticity and proposes a refreshing approach to reconnecting people in the modern dating landscape.

On today's show David meets Dr. Aadeel Akhtar, CEO and Founder of PSYONIC, who joins 'Tech Talks' to discuss his groundbreaking bionic hand technology that serves both human prosthetics and robotic applications. Driven by a childhood experience in Pakistan, Dr. Akhtar has developed an affordable, advanced prosthetic hand with unprecedented muscle control and accessibility, offering hope to so many. 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 today’s episode of Tech Talks we’re bringing you the first of our recordings from the floor of CES in Las Vegas! Rashmi Joshi is a serial entrepreneur and the CEO and founder of Asha AI. She found time during the conference to sit down with David and discuss her journey in creating a conversational AI platform designed to support elderly patients and their caregivers, inspired by her personal experience caring for her grandmother during her cancer journey. 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

Martin Warner, a serial entrepreneur and the founder of warpSpeed, dives into the revolutionary role of AI in personal productivity. He shares his fascination with AI and details how warpSpeed acts as an 'AI partner' to automate daily tasks, particularly in managing overwhelming work schedules. The conversation touches on the integration of advanced language models and contextual reasoning, illustrating how these technologies can streamline workflows and enhance efficiency for busy individuals.

On today’s edition of Tech Talks David has time to meet and chat with Rick Kowalski, and John T. Kelly. What are the challenges we face as an industry, are what are the themes coming through the conference? Also how do you navigate a show this size and make the most of your time! After all, the advice they’re giving to you and me is to ‘Dive In’!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.com⁠⁠The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: ⁠⁠www.lemzi.com⁠

In today’s interview, David Savage speaks with Joe Tidball, the Executive VP of Service Innovation at Beam, a leading deep tech company in the offshore renewable energy space. They discuss Beam's role in supporting the growth of the offshore wind industry through innovative technologies like AI, autonomy, robotic ships, and underwater robots. The conversation covers the environmental considerations, technical challenges, and workforce development issues that Beam is addressing to enable the rapid expansion of offshore wind power. 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

Dr. Vanessa Vallely, OBE, is a key advocate for women in technology and business, and the founder of We Are The City and We Are Tech Women. She shares her inspiring journey from banking to championing female talent. The conversation highlights the importance of mentorship and support in navigating male-dominated fields. Vanessa encourages nominations for the Rising Star Awards, celebrating women's contributions. They also discuss evolving career paths and how societal values around work are shifting, promoting a more inclusive future.

Happy New Year! In this New Year's Day special, David Savage and fellow-podcaster and journalist Neil Hughes explore five transformative technological trends expected to shape 2025, offering insights into the rapidly evolving tech landscape. So blow away last nights cobwebs, grab a coffee and join us for our first episode for 2025! Before you head back to work we’d love your help (especially if you’re a digital leader), and it only takes 20 minutes: ⁠https://insights.nashsquared.com/s/6XBT3X/?source=TechTalks⁠ 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