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Tech Legacies

Fanny Dunagan

Want to get ahead in the tech industry? Want tech insights? Join host Fanny Dunagan as top executives share their untold stories about their tech careers, reveal what lessons they've learned, and offer advice for professionals who hope to get ahead. Are you motivated? Looking for career growth? Then make sure you follow this show.

Get tips from tech executives from AT&T, FedEx, Verizon, Hasbro, Textron, and EY. Discover strategies for technology and team culture. Learn about the importance of innovation and how it drives company culture. Enjoy personal stories and leadership advice. Gain valuable leadership skills and explore new ideas.

If you want to succeed in tech, then Tech Legacies with Fanny Dunagan is for you!

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  • S4 · E1
    April 16 · 2 min

    The Future of Smart Cities: AI, Autonomy, and Connected Living | E01d

    What will cities look like just a few years from now? In this TechBytes segment, Brownsville CIO Jorge Cardenas shares his vision for the next generation of smart cities — where connectivity, automation, and artificial intelligence reshape how people move, access services, and live. From autonomous transportation to app-based services and safer public spaces, the future city will be more connected, efficient, and accessible. In this segment, you’ll learn about: How connectivity will transform everyday city services The rise of autonomous transportation and mobility Why AI will improve safety and accessibility How smart infrastructure improves quality of life The future of cities isn’t decades away — it’s already beginning.

  • S4 · E1
    April 13 · 18 min

    From Immigrant Kid to City CIO | The Mindset That Made It Possible | E01c

    How does someone go from struggling with a language barrier to leading technology for an entire city? In this Tech Legacies conversation, Brownsville CIO Jorge Cardenas shares the leadership journey that shaped his career. Born in Mexico, Jorge moved to the United States at 11 years old and faced the challenge of learning a new language while adapting to a completely new environment. Early struggles with language and confidence shaped the resilience and discipline that would later define his leadership style. After joining the United States Marine Corps, Jorge developed technical skills, confidence, and a deep appreciation for preparation and teamwork. Eventually, he became a Marine instructor, teaching others and sharpening the leadership lessons he carries to this day. Today, he leads technology initiatives for the City of Brownsville, applying those same principles of preparation, respect, and strong relationships to build high-performing teams. In this episode, Jorge shares: • How moving to the U.S. shaped his leadership mindset • The leadership lessons he learned in the Marine Corps • Why preparation is the key to overcoming fear • How strong teams are built through trust and respect • Why leadership is about people as much as technology This conversation is a powerful reminder that leadership is not about being the loudest voice in the room. Sometimes it begins with quiet strength and relentless preparation.

  • S4 · E1
    April 9 · 3 min

    From Worst Connected to Smart City: The Power of Fiber | E01b

    What does it take to transform one of the least connected cities in the country into one of the most… a smart city ready for growth? In this TechBytes segment, Brownsville CIO Jorge Cardenas explains how a 100-mile municipal fiber network became the foundation for economic growth, improved internet access, and new business opportunities. Before the project, residents had limited options, unreliable speeds, and high prices. Today, connectivity is enabling competition, lowering costs, improving reliability, and attracting major development projects. You’ll learn: Why smart cities must start with connectivity How municipal fiber improves reliability and affordability The economic impact of modern infrastructure How connectivity supports business growth and regional development Connectivity isn’t just about internet speed — it’s about opportunity.

  • S4 · E1
    April 6 · 22 min

    How Brownsville Rebuilt Its Future | E01a

    What happens when one of the worst connected cities decides to rebuild its future? In this Tech Legacies conversation, Brownsville CIO Jorge Cardenas explains how connectivity became the foundation for transforming an entire city. From launching a 100-mile municipal fiber network to deploying private 5G and building an AI factory, Brownsville is creating the infrastructure needed for smarter cities, safer communities, and new economic opportunities. Jorge shares how these investments are improving internet access, enabling businesses, supporting public safety, and opening doors for families and students across the city. In this episode you will learn: • Why smart cities must start with connectivity • How fiber infrastructure changes economic opportunity • The role of private 5G in city operations and safety • How AI will help cities monitor infrastructure and public spaces • Why technology investments can change the trajectory of communities Technology alone does not transform a city. Connectivity does.

  • S4 · E1
    March 31 · 1 hr 12 min

    This City Had the Worst Internet in America…Then Fiber, 5G & AI Changed Everything

    What does it take to transform a city from one of the least connected in the nation into an AI-ready smart city? In this episode of Tech Legacies Podcast, host Fanny Dunagan sits down with Jorge Cardenas, CIO of the City of Brownsville, Texas, to explore how connectivity, AI infrastructure, and visionary leadership are reshaping the future of cities. When Jorge arrived in 2022, Brownsville faced aging technology, limited connectivity, and barriers to growth. Today, the city is building a digital foundation designed to power economic development, public safety, education access, and smarter government services. This conversation goes beyond technology. It’s about opportunity, leadership, and how modern infrastructure can transform lives. In this episode, you’ll learn: How fiber connectivity became the foundation for a smart city Why private 5G is changing public safety and city operations How AI-powered cameras and analytics are improving safety and services The real ROI of investing in digital infrastructure Why connectivity creates opportunity for families, students, and businesses Leadership lessons from the U.S. Marine Corps to city government How cities can modernize even with limited budgets What smart cities may look like by 2030 and beyond Jorge also shares his personal journey from immigrating to the United States and overcoming language barriers to serving in the Marine Corps and leading one of the most ambitious municipal connectivity transformations in the country. If you care about the future of cities, technology leadership, AI infrastructure, or building opportunity through connectivity, this episode is for you. ------------------------------ Connect with Jorge on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jorge-cardenas-it-cio-ceo/ Want to build your authority and brand as a tech leader? Subscribe to our newsletter for updates, a free branding guide and 1-hour training for tech professionals: https://techlegacies.ck.page/newsletter Connect with the podcast host, Fanny Dunagan on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/fannydunagan/ 🎧 Listen on your favorite podcast platform Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tech-legacies/id1704049511 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/461kEaQZGqHoAl1nv3W4qe 👍 Like, subscribe, and share if this resonated with you

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