
Modern CTO
Modern CTO is the #1 place where technology leaders and CTOs hang out. We live to bring tech leaders value. Listen in on our fun, intelligent and engaging podcast. We hang out with interesting and popular CTOs in Aerospace, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics + Many more industries. All of this, right here, right now, on the Modern CTO Podcast.What do you think of the show? Let us know here!
Latest episodes

Nov 11, 2021 • 48min
Network Monitoring in the Remote World with Tanya Blinova, VP Engineering of AppNeta
Today we’re talking to Tanya Blinova, the VP Engineering at AppNeta. And we discuss why companies of all sizes can benefit from network monitoring. What makes a great VP of Engineering, and tips for conducting interviews when hiring for the first time. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! To learn more about AppNeta, check them out at https://www.appneta.comIn case you missed it: check out our episode with Mike Hustler, the CTO of AppNeta

Nov 10, 2021 • 52min
Innovative & Precise Location Tech with Kipp Jones, CTE of Skyhook
Today we’re talking to Kipp Jones, the Chief Technology Evangelist at Skyhook. And we discuss the technical challenges of combining different types of location technology to achieve accurate location solutions for any use case. How critical location technology can be in emergency situations, and what individual contributors should expect when they step into management for the first time.All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! To learn more about Skyhook's awesome location tech, check out their Precision Location Solution Sheet!

Nov 8, 2021 • 49min
#404 Edward Kmett, Head of Software Engineering at Groq - Incredible Processing for AI Models
Today we’re talking to Edward Kmett, the Head of Software Engineering at Groq. And we discuss how Edward came to be one of the most prominent members of the Haskell community. How Groq’s chips are able to provide incredible processing capabilities for AI models, and how Category Theory gives us a different way to think about mathematics. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! To learn more about Groq, check them out at https://groq.comIn case you missed it: check out our episode with Groq's Founder and CEO Jonathan Ross

Nov 5, 2021 • 56min
#403 John Bell, Co-Founder of base2 Data Analytics - Take Control of Your Data
Today we’re talking to John Bell, the Co-Founder of Base2 Data Analytics (recently rebranded to DataMovement.cloud). And we discuss how having a great culture at your company can influence partnerships with other organizations. How Base2 is working with Helpsystems to provide an unprecedented level of control over your data, and the evolution of how businesses have used data since the early 2000s.All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! To learn more about Base2 Data Analytics, check them out at https://datamovement.cloudTo learn more about Helpsystems, check them out at https://www.helpsystems.com

Nov 3, 2021 • 54min
#402 Aaron Suzuki, Founder & CEO at SmartDeploy - Desktop Management Reimagined
Aaron Suzuki returns! Today we’re talking to Aaron Suzuki, the Founder and CEO of SmartDeploy. And we discuss how companies have to provide the right compensation and mission in order to attract top talent. How old tools are getting replaced by better, simpler tech in every industry, and Joel makes a special promise: the first listener to try SmartDeploy and integrate it in their work flow has an open invitation to come on the podcast!All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast!To learn more about SmartDeploy, check them out at smartdeploy.com/ModernCTO

Nov 1, 2021 • 56min
#401 Wes Hackett, CTO, & Paul Schaeflein, Technical Architect at Addin365 - Solving New Challenges Every Day
Today we’re talking to Wes Hackett and Paul Schaeflein, the CTO and the Technical Architect of Addin365. And we discuss why providing clear career roadmaps and being radically transparent are key for retaining top talent. How Addin365 helps businesses get the most out of the Microsoft Suite, and how difficult and rewarding it is to be confronted with new challenges every day. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! To learn more about Addin365, check them out at https://www.addin365.com

Oct 29, 2021 • 48min
#400 Arun “Rak” Ramchandran, Vertical BU Head, Global Market Leader & Chief Digital Evangelist at Hexaware - Trust in Technology
Today we’re talking to Arun “Rak” Ramchandran, the CVP Global Market Leader at Hexaware. And we discuss Rak’s hiring strategy and Hexaware’s program for training talented leaders. Why and how we need to be building explainability into AI, and how to establish yourself as a leader when entering a new organization.All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! To learn more about Hexaware, check them out at https://hexaware.com

Oct 27, 2021 • 43min
#399 Jay Mehra, CTO of Odessa - Staying Nimble Long-Term
Today we’re talking to Jay Mehra, the Co-founder and CTO at Odessa. And we discuss what it was like starting the company out of a dorm room in the late 90s. How to avoid building monolithic tech and stay nimble long-term, and why it’s important for entrepreneurs to think first about increasing revenue rather than cutting costs. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! To learn more about Odessa, check them out at https://www.odessainc.com

Oct 25, 2021 • 55min
#398 Corey Bertram, CTO at Rokt - Making Ecommerce Smarter
Today we’re talking to Corey Bertram, the CTO at Rokt. And we discuss how he helped create what is now a small industry around chaos engineering. How Rokt is integrating personalized recommendations into transactions, and how to create a space where people feel comfortable admitting they don’t know something. All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! To learn more about Rokt, check them out at https://rokt.com

Oct 22, 2021 • 44min
#397 Manish Tiwari, SVP at Cradlepoint - Empowering Enterprises With Private Cellular Networks
Today we’re talking to Manish Tiwari, the Senior Vice President at Cradlepoint. And we discuss the benefits of establishing a private cellular network for enterprise network connections. Why it’s important to accept the fluidity of culture at a company, and how to establish yourself as a leader when joining a new organization.All of this right here, right now, on the ModernCTO Podcast! To learn more about Cradlepoint, check them out at https://cradlepoint.com