The Digital Executive

Coruzant Technologies

Best 10-minute, daily tech podcast on emerging technologies, hundreds of Silicon Valley CEOs, Influencers and Celebrities. Hosted by technology executive and creator of Coruzant Technologies.

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Jan 13, 2025 · 24 min
Empowering SMBs with Innovation and Security: A Conversation with President Alex Heublein | Ep 996
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive podcast, Brian Thomas sits down with Alex Heublein, President of the US division of Netsurit, to discuss the transformative role of culture, innovation, and technology for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Alex shares his vision for fostering a culture of innovation at Netsurit, highlighting the company's unique "Dreams Program," which encourages employees to pursue both personal and professional aspirations. Alex also dives into
Jan 11, 2025 · 16 min
Leadership, Innovation, and Sustainability: Transforming Challenges into Opportunities with Co-Founder Brian Flis | Ep 995
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, host Brian Thomas sits down with Brian Flis, co-founder and Chief Development Officer at LF Bioenergy. Drawing from over 20 years of military and private sector experience, Flis shares his journey from serving in the U.S. Air Force to founding a company revolutionizing renewable energy through innovative approaches to operational excellence. Flis discusses the core lessons from his leadership book, Never and Never Again: Lessons
Jan 5, 2025 · 17 min
Redefining AI Commerce: Autonomous Transactions and the Future of AI-Driven Payments with CEO Don Gossen | Ep 994
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas sits down with Don Gossen, visionary co-founder of Nevermined, often called the "PayPal of AI Commerce." Gossen shares insights into the groundbreaking work his company is doing to enable autonomous AI agents to conduct transactions without human intervention. From his journey co-founding Ocean Protocol to launching Nevermined's cutting-edge collaboration with Olaas, Peak, and Combinder for AI-powered smart energy syste
Dec 30, 2024 · 15 min
Revolutionizing Retail: Leading the Spatial Intelligence Movement with CEO Steve Carlin | Ep 993
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, host Brian Thomas sits down with Steve Carlin, CEO of AiFi, a pioneering company in spatial intelligence with over 280 locations globally. Steve shares his journey through leadership roles at industry titans like P&G, Ubisoft, Facebook, and SoftBank Robotics, and his pivot into leading AiFi. He discusses the transformative potential of spatial intelligence, the challenges of educating the market, and the unique approach iFi ta
Dec 29, 2024 · 15 min
From Energy to AI: Mission to Revolutionize Meal Planning and Wellness with CEO Mark Semmelbeck | Ep 992
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, host Brian Thomas interviews Mark Semmelbeck, an accomplished entrepreneur and philanthropist whose career spans nearly four decades in the energy sector. Mark shares how his journey took a transformative turn when he founded A Better Meal, an AI-powered app designed to simplify meal planning, promote healthy eating, and empower busy families in the kitchen. Mark discusses the inspiration behind the app, rooted in his desire to a
Dec 28, 2024 · 18 min
Revolutionizing Lending: Innovation, Leadership, and Vision for the Future with CEO David Silverstein | Ep 991
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, host Brian Thomas sits down with David Silverstein, CEO of NED, to explore how his innovative leadership is transforming the financial technology landscape. David shares insights from his diverse career, spanning public service as a press secretary for U.S. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid to spearheading innovation in the private sector with MediaLink. David discusses how NED’s white-label platform revolutionizes cashflow lendi
Dec 24, 2024 · 14 min
Transforming Customer Service with AI: Insights with Founder Ashish Nagar | Ep 990
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, host Brian Thomas sits down with Ashish Nagar, CEO and founder of Level AI, to explore how his experience at Amazon's Alexa team inspired him to revolutionize contact center operations. Ashish shares insights into the cutting-edge architecture behind Level AI, the unique pain points it addresses in customer service, and how it empowers brands with AI-driven solutions. They discuss challenges enterprises face when integrating AI,
Dec 23, 2024 · 17 min
Empowering Responsible AI: Governance, Innovation, and Scaling Enterprise AI with CEO Pete Foley | Ep 989
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast by Coruzant Technologies, host Brian Thomas engages with Pete Foley, co-founder of ModelOp and a seasoned executive with over 25 years of leadership experience. Pete shares invaluable lessons learned from leading enterprise software companies, emphasizing the importance of people, technology, and market timing in building successful businesses. Pete discusses ModelOp's mission to help enterprises harness the power of AI responsibl
Dec 20, 2024 · 14 min
Addressing America’s No. 1 Health Challenge: Juraj Kocar on Bridging Ancient Wisdom and Modern Science | Ep 988
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, host Brian Thomas welcomes Juraj Kocar, entrepreneur and founder of Wyse Earth, a company dedicated to tackling chronic inflammation with natural, science-backed products. Juraj shares the touching story behind Wyse Earth’s inception, inspired by a partner’s personal loss and the profound healing power of adaptogenic mushrooms. Drawing from his technology and health background, Juraj discusses how Wyse Earth combines cutting-edge
Dec 17, 2024 · 13 min
Revolutionizing Cybersecurity with AI and Data: A Conversation with CEO Ian L. Paterson | Ep 987
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast by Coruzant Technologies, host Brian Thomas sits down with Ian L. Paterson, CEO of Plurilock and a visionary in data analytics and cybersecurity. With over a decade of experience in leading technology companies, Ian shares the story of founding Plurilock, a cybersecurity company that uses innovative behavioral biometrics to combat cyber threats. He reflects on lessons learned from mergers and acquisitions, the challenges of market
Dec 14, 2024 · 15 min
Revolutionizing Risk Management: Business Intelligence and Analytics with Paul Boynton | Ep 986
In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast by Coruzant Technologies, host Brian Thomas welcomes Paul Boynton, Co-founder and COO of Company Search Incorporated (CSI). Paul shares insights from his extensive career in business intelligence, risk management, and analytics, serving industry giants like Dell, Walmart, and McDonald’s. Paul discusses the inspiration behind CSI, a cutting-edge platform offering data-driven solutions for businesses to navigate global risks and uncover opportuniti
Dec 10, 2024 · 19 min
Human-Centered Cybersecurity: Balancing Innovation and Resilience in a Tech-Driven World with CEO Matthew DeChant | Ep 985
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast by Coruzant Technologies, host Brian Thomas interviews Matthew DeChant, CEO of Security Counsel, an Information Security Management Consultancy. With over 25 years of experience as an in-house CISO and consultant, DeChant shares his expertise on crafting robust cybersecurity programs for organizations and individuals. The conversation explores the importance of adopting a human-centered approach to cybersecurity in the era of A
Dec 4, 2024 · 24 min
Revolutionizing Finance with Whole Life Insurance and Blockchain Innovation with CEO Cole Snell | Ep 984
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas engages with Cole Snell, a serial entrepreneur and author who has successfully bridged diverse industries from food to fintech. Cole shares his journey from transforming the food industry with blockchain technology to founding Infineo, a company digitizing whole life insurance through blockchain and AI. His story reveals how financial accessibility became his driving force, inspiring his shift to creating solutions that
Dec 3, 2024 · 15 min
Empowering Creators and Ethical AI Development with Founder Eric Burgess | Ep 983
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas engages with Eric Burgess, founder of Credtent.org, a groundbreaking platform that champions ethical AI development while empowering creators. Eric shares his journey from a seasoned tech innovator at companies like Disney and Microsoft to creating Credtent, a public benefit corporation that ensures artists and content creators retain control and receive fair compensation when their works are used to train AI systems.
Dec 2, 2024 · 17 min
Transforming DevOps with AI-Powered Innovation with CEO Ted Elliott | Ep 982
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas welcomes Ted Elliott, CEO of Copado, to discuss his journey from leading JobScience, one of Salesforce's earliest ISV partners, to revolutionizing DevOps processes at Copado. Ted shares how his experiences building software on Salesforce shaped his approach to creating Copado, an AI-powered DevOps platform that enhances development efficiency and quality. Ted delves into Copado's pioneering use of AI to streamline Dev
Dec 1, 2024 · 15 min
Revolutionizing Fireproofing and Sustainability: CEO Mike Francis’ Vision | Ep 981
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas speaks with Mike Francis, a four-time founder and CEO of Nanotech Materials. Mike shares his remarkable journey from leading teams at Fortune 500 companies to launching startups. He delves into how his corporate experience shaped his entrepreneurial mindset and led to the founding of Nanotech Materials, a company pioneering innovative materials that reduce energy consumption, lower CO2 emissions, and enhance fireproofing
Nov 27, 2024 · 23 min
Revolutionizing Warehousing: Ryan Chesterfield on Automation, Data Strategy, and the Future of Logistics | Ep 980
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive, Brian Thomas hosts Ryan Chesterfield, founder of Auto-FC, a leading consulting firm specializing in warehouse automation and supply chain optimization. With over 15 years of industry experience, Ryan discusses the transformative trends in warehouse automation, from the shift towards robotics and technology-driven solutions to the impact of e-commerce and labor shortages on operational strategies. Ryan shares his unique insights on navi
Nov 26, 2024 · 24 min
Scaling Smarter: How CEO Asim Razzaq is Transforming Cloud Cost Management | Ep 979
In this episode of The Digital Executive, Brian Thomas sits down with Asim Razzaq, the co-founder and CEO of Yotascale, a leading platform in cloud cost management. Asim shares his journey from leading platform engineering at PayPal—where he navigated the complexities of massive-scale cloud infrastructure, to founding Yotascale, inspired by the need for actionable, data-driven insights in cloud operations. Asim discusses the critical gaps he identified in cloud cost optimization, emphasizing th
Nov 20, 2024 · 17 min
From Six Figures to Seven by 27: DJ Rutherford on Purpose-Driven Entrepreneurship | Ep 978
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive, Brian Thomas sits down with visionary entrepreneur DJ Rutherford to discuss his remarkable journey from a six-figure corporate role to achieving a seven-figure income by the age of 27. DJ shares candid insights into the pivotal moments that shaped his career, including leaving a secure job to follow his entrepreneurial spirit, learning hard lessons on infrastructure and leadership, and navigating challenges like a near-death health experi
Nov 19, 2024 · 11 min
Revolutionizing FinTech: Super Apps, AI, and Innovation with Chief Product Officer Donat Husjainov | Ep 977
Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas sits down with Donat Husjainov, Chief Product Officer of XData Group, to explore his transformative journey in fintech. With over a decade of experience spanning top European banks like Citadel and Swedbank, Donat shares how his enterprise expertise shapes his innovative approach at XData Group. Discover how Donat is spearheading the creation of "super apps" for European banks, inspired by China's WeChat, to consolida