Tech Talks

If AI feels like it’s moving faster than your ability to keep up—you’re not alone. But according to Fawad Qureshi, staying relevant isn’t about knowing everything. It’s about learning to ask the right questions.From “data plumber” to field CTO at Snowflake, Fawad Qureshi has made a career out of translating complexity into clarity. In this wide-ranging conversation, he joins David to break down the psychology of AI adoption, the myth of machine intelligence, and why the most dangerous phrase in tech is “that sounds smart.” From AI hallucinations to deepfake threats, Fawad urges leaders to lean into critical thinking, reject hype, and rethink the skills that really matter in an age of accelerating automation.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

What do you get when a fashion disruptor scales into a tech-first logistics machine? A story about pivoting through a pandemic, building globally distributed teams, and making engineering culture fit for the runway.SVP of Engineering Becky Case and VP Engineering Ronan Conlon from Rent the Runway join David at Dublin Tech Summit to talk leadership, culture, and the realities behind scaling a business that blends tech, logistics, and luxury fashion. From launching a Galway engineering hub just before COVID, to avoiding the temptation of hypergrowth, Becky and Ronan share the backstage view on building with intent—and what it takes to preserve creativity and collaboration when you’re growing fast.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

Robert McArdle, Director of Forward-Looking Threat Research at Trend Micro, dives into the shifting economics of cybercrime shaped by AI. He emphasizes the rise of TikTok-style malware and the importance of adaptive security measures. McArdle warns against misconceptions regarding organizational vulnerability and stresses the need for proactive cybersecurity, particularly through a zero-trust approach. He highlights how awareness and simple governance steps can keep risks manageable, making the digital world safer for everyone.

Richard Skinner, CEO of Phased AI, joins Tech Talks to discuss why the AI revolution may be the final seismic shift in digital transformation—and what that means for businesses, technologists, and society. In a wide-ranging conversation from the floor of Dublin Tech Summit, Richard talks about governance, skill gaps, the creative limits of LLMs, and how bottom-up adoption is reshaping enterprise AI.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 this episode, Jared Browne—philosopher-turned-lawyer and Group Head of Privacy and AI Governance at Fexco—joins David to explore the moral and regulatory tightrope companies must walk in the age of generative and agentic AI. Jared shares why human oversight is still essential, how our relationship with AI is evolving, and why the risks of unchecked interaction—especially with hyper-personalised systems—shouldn’t be underestimated.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

James Doyle, CEO of iReel, joins Tech Talks to explore how generative and agentic AI are transforming elite sport. With roots in football and a reach across multiple sports, iReel is helping clubs move beyond dashboards and into conversational analytics—making once-siloed performance data accessible, insightful, and actionable. James discusses the startup’s fast rise, the risk of robotic sport, and why human creativity still has a vital role in the AI age.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 this episode, Carla Buzasi, CEO of WGSN and former Editor-in-Chief at Huffington Post UK, joins David to explore how brands can stay ahead in a world defined by emotional turbulence and constant change. From “glimmers” to “ping minimalism,” Carla unpacks the psychology behind consumer trends and what leaders must understand if they want to build trust, relevance, and long-term value.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

Zilch CEO Philip Belamant joins David to explain how he’s taking on one of the UK’s biggest financial challenges: the cost of consumer credit. Philip shares the personal experience that triggered his mission, outlines Zilch’s sustainable model for affordable borrowing, and explains why profitability—not just scale—has shaped every strategic decision. From fraud prevention to AI commerce agents, this is a founder’s story grounded in intent, execution, and long-term value.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 this episode, David Savage sits down with Prashant Natarajan, Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer at Velatura, to explore how AI is reshaping the healthcare industry from the inside out. From democratizing AI tools across departments to building scalable, secure, and human-centered solutions, Prashant explains how trust, governance, and individual empowerment must underpin every technological advance.Whether it's redefining population health or confronting the geopolitical dimensions of AI, Prashant delivers an urgent but optimistic vision for data-driven transformation in one of the world’s most complex industries.If you wish to join our Digital Leadership Report launch events the addresses to register are:If you're in EMEA - ⁠⁠https://lnkd.in/eKVGFk4b⁠⁠If you're in the Americas - ⁠⁠https://lnkd.in/ejsCMEzu⁠Tech 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

David Savage reconnects with Daisy Stapley-Bunten, COO of CEP Agency, to explore how a boutique events business has scaled into a full-service brand experience powerhouse. From perfectionism to performance hiccups, Daisy opens up about the emotional evolution of leadership, learning to delegate, and staying true to her values—while building immersive experiences for some of the UK’s biggest retailers.If you wish to join our Digital Leadership Report launch events the addresses to register are:If you're in EMEA - ⁠https://lnkd.in/eKVGFk4b⁠If you're in the Americas - ⁠https://lnkd.in/ejsCMEzuTech 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