As we head into the New Year we have one final offering in 2024! Today David is joined by Richard de Meo, CEO and founder of Attara, to discuss how his fintech startup is solving commodity market risk management for small to medium-sized businesses by using AI and innovative financial tools, bridging a critical gap in financial services. Thankfully Akeesh is on hand as David's co-host as this is not an area he's an expert in... and then the two discuss the technology stories that stood out for each of them this year. Where-ever you're seeing in 2025, have a wonderful, safe, evening! 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 recent shows we've expressed that we’d love your help if you’re a digital leader and complete our survey - it only takes 20 minutes: https://insights.nashsquared.com/s/6XBT3X/?source=TechTalks

Anna Mäkinen, co-founder of the Intersectional Healing Collective, brings her expertise in inclusive change management to the table. She dives into the vital role of collective healing in the workplace, emphasizing the need for safe spaces that foster authentic dialogue. Anna discusses how storytelling can enhance empathy, making diversity and inclusion efforts more impactful. She also addresses societal norms that influence emotional expression, particularly for men, advocating for open communication to create supportive environments.

David today is interviewing Cristian Gherhes, CEO of Leverify, who shares his experience of moving from social science academia to developing an AI-powered compliance tool that helps organisations prevent risk in real-time electronic communications. The key to his strategy is understanding human behaviour, focusing on reducing genuine mistakes rather than catching bad actors. As David and Akeesh discussed, we’d love your help if you’re a digital leader - 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

Dr. Anas Nader, co-founder and CEO of Patchwork Health, discusses the evolution of his health tech company from a flexible staffing solution to a comprehensive workforce management platform. He delves into the challenges of scaling while fostering innovation and shares insights on a recent acquisition. The conversation highlights the transformative role of AI in optimizing healthcare workforce management, improving efficiency, and enhancing clinician-patient interactions. Nader emphasizes the need to avoid the pitfalls of becoming overly corporate while retaining agility.

On today's episode of the show David Savage is joined by Jeff Shiner, CEO of 1Password, to discuss the evolving landscape of cybersecurity. The conversation (recorded at Web Summit) focuses on how businesses can manage security in an era of distributed work, personal devices, and increasing digital threats. Threats people like David make more significant... so what can we do? David is also joined by a guest co-host, the ever wonderful Sonya Barlow, founder of Like Minded Females. 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 we're chatting to BfB Labs CEO Manjul Rathee. She sits down to talk to David about her organisation's groundbreaking approach to children's mental health through an innovative digital therapeutic game called Lumi Nova, targeting 7-12 year olds with a proactive, skill-building mental health intervention. Also on the show, how about a trip back to 19th century Paris! 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, David meets Dana Namerode, a former actress turned tech entrepreneur, to discuss Goalden View; a platform that tracks and measures athlete popularity. With the use of their proprietary algorithm Goalden View can tell you the most ‘popular’ football/soccer players on the planet! Unlike traditional performance metrics, Goalden View focuses on public perception, sentiment, and overall brand appeal across multiple media channels. But what can you do with that insight, and what even is popularity? 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 the Tech Talks podcast, host David Savage sits down with Sir Vince Cable, the former UK Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills. Sir Vince shares insights from his time in government and discusses the challenges and opportunities facing the UK's technology sector, including government’s role in supporting tech, how we balance the need for regulation and innovation, and how the UK positions itself as a hub for technology leadership. David and Cat also discuss the startling news emerging from Google Quantum AI: https://bit.ly/4isrT06Finally, if you’re in London on Thursday the 12th of December, join David and the Intersectional Healing Collective at an event at the Good Hotel: https://bit.ly/41spMmM 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 David Savage is joined by returning guest, Jim Rudall from Intuit Mailchimp. The two discuss the critical role of marrying AI and authenticity in modern marketing; emphasizing the importance of maintaining customer loyalty whilst leveraging technological capabilities to enhance their experience in a manner that feels ‘right’. The interview touches on three main topics; AI as a capability enhancer, consumer expectations and the importance of loyalty. 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

 Hate dubbed films? So do we. But maybe they’re a thing of the past… On today’s episode of Tech Talks, David Savage talks to Nick Lynes, CEO of Flawless, to discuss how AI is set to dramatically transform film production, translation, and storytelling by reducing costs, enabling faster production, and breaking language barriers. But are these advancements ethical? Join us as we bring you this interview, recorded on the floor of Web Summit in Lisbon at this year's conference. 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