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Change Agents are at the forefront of reshaping the ever-evolving world, harnessing the power of AI to revolutionize organizations and industries. They are leveraging cutting-edge technologies to drive meaningful change and inspire others to do the same. Immerse yourself in their captivating narratives, as they share their stories firsthand on the Change Agent CTO Podcast.
Hosting these insightful conversations is Nathan Lasnoski, the CTO of Concurrency. As a dynamic professional services firm, Concurrency assists organizations in leveraging AI and other advanced technologies to propel their businesses forward. Nathan, an esteemed recipient of thirteen Microsoft MVP awards, is widely recognized for his expertise. He is a sought-after speaker at renowned national technology events, renowned for his bold and visionary approach to transformation in an AI-infused world and driving change.
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Welcome back to the Change Agent Podcast with Nathan Lasnoski! Join us on an insightful conversation with Grant Ecker, the founder and chairman of the Chief Architect Forum, on the world of architecture, transformation, and the critical aspects of being a change agent. In this captivating conversation, Grant reveals the inspiration behind the creation of the Chief Architect Forum and the driving force behind his mission to bring architects together. Grant and Nathan explore the multifaceted n...
In this episode of the Change Agent CTO Podcast, join host Nathan Lasnoski as he sits down with Brian Stockton, Principal at Liberty Advisor Group, for a fascinating discussion on all things M&A and technology. Brian discusses navigating high-pressure jobs, the role of technology in strategy, and his diverse experience working in a variety of industries and positions. You'll also hear about his transition from industry work to consulting, emphasizing the importance of adaptability in the ...
Get ready to meet Change Agent, Kelly Aronson, the Chief Digital Officer of Andersen Corporation who is also known as the "Traveling CIO". In this captivating episode, Nathan and Kelly delve into a wide array of fascinating topics. They explore Kelly's remarkable journey, transitioning from a consulting career to leadership in the technology field. They touch on invaluable insights on navigating career changes, achieving work-life balance, and managing family commitments while pursuing profes...
After a long break from the studio, the Change Agent CTO Podcast is back with Nathan Lasnoski as host and a guest that shares his learnings all the way from Germany. Anson Johnson, the CIO of Knauf and former CIO of USG Corporation joins us to discuss how you can create business value with technology and find your role in the team. As someone who started their career in computer-aided drawing and coding, Anson speaks on migrating to the people side of technology and what he finds most rewardi...
We’re back with another episode, this time featuring Senior VP & CIO Antony D’Cruz at HSA Bank. Antony brings a rich background of over 20 years of global experience managing transformation projects and IT teams in complex environments. Antony and his team use technology and innovation to simplify the health account experience while helping clients save and spend more wisely. Antony’s leadership style highlights the importance of listening in order to empower your te...
On this episode of the Change Agent CTO Podcast, Nathan joins the Vice President of Data & Analytics at U.S. Venture, Inc. Sangeeta Edwin to discuss her passion for data. Sangeeta and her team enjoy dabbling with data to drive value and business outcomes while steering the company culture to embrace data. Financial metrics help support how data can guide all teams of the business to optimize their operations. Sangeeta also discusses the importance of investing, mentoring...
Molson Coors Vice President of Solution Delivery Maribeth Achterberg joins us on this newest Change Agent CTO Podcast episode to talk to Nathan about the ubiquitous nature of tech in any industry, with an emphasis on the importance of solving real-life business problems in manufacturing and the supply chain. As someone who started their career journey in a non-tech world, Maribeth talks through her journey and how meshing her career with technology propelled her into the role she has today an...
On this episode of the Change Agent CTO Podcast, Nathan sits down in person with Vice President, Senior Technology Product Manager of Baird John Zielinski about redefining what wealth management is and how it functions in the tech and financial services world. John talks about the transition between the legacy to modern approach in how financial advisors moved away from the Rolodex to an intuitive innovative CRM space to truly analyze and enabling sales opportunities. From relationship buildi...
What better time to celebrate the summer days ahead, community, and all things tech than with a new episode of The Change Agent CTO Podcast featuring awesome guests working with Milwaukee’s annual Summerfest Tech event. Generac Power Systems CIO Tim Dickson, Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. Sponsorship Sales Manager Lena DeLaet and Concurrency’s COO Kate Weiland join Nate in this full-house episode to talk about Summerfest Tech and how important community is for organizations to come together, ...
On this episode of the Change Agent CTO Podcast, Nathan sits down with Microsoft Manufacturing Digital and Application Innovation Leader Melissa Ramos to talk about what it means to drive innovation with technology in teams and organizations. Melissa talks through how her team works with manufacturing companies on how to develop a business model that will disrupt the marketplace with innovation. Sometimes, innovation isn’t the “next shiny new thing”, it can be smaller steps that enable a busi...
We’re back with another episode, this time featuring “jack-of-all-trades” IT Leader of Sales & Marketing at Rockwell Automation, Amy Weber. With her rich background and go-getter attitude, Amy reflects on how her own professional journey as a female IT leader in product management has shifted her hiring strategy now, with an eye toward taking chances on the right people and looking beyond just resume qualifications. Amy’s leadership style is about authenticity, always being in learning mo...
On this episode of the Change Agent CTO Podcast, Concurrency’s own Managing Architect Brian Haydin shares stories about what it’s like to be a technology consultant working inside some of the top organizations in the US, why establishing trust with each client leads to success, and how his own intellectual curiosity fuels his passion for helping clients solve the challenges that come with change. In addition, Brain offers candid guidance on how to navigate the internal politics and resistance...
On this episode of the Change Agent CTO Podcast, Nathan sits down with the CIO of Fox World Travel, Sam Hilgendorf, to discuss the ebb and flow of changes that occurred in and outside the travel industry during the height of the pandemic and onward. What do leaders need to prioritize and how does one balance the measures of success while also learning from the downfalls? From transparency of leadership teams to pivoting customer engagement methods, this episode brings to light the importance ...
On this episode of the CTO Change Agent Podcast, Nathan sits down with CHS Inc.’s Vice President of IT Zach Hughes as they discuss what it’s like to work within tech in a non-tech industry. Zach touches on why industries, whether tech-heavy or not, should still think about infrastructure and cloud migrations that could modernize their environment and create better business opportunities for efficient and secure work. Zach emphasizes that everyone should be on their own journey to gain experie...
On this episode of the CTO Change Agent Podcast, Nathan sits down with Data Analytics Expert Dustin Schimek about what it means to be an entrepreneur in a technical field. From constantly seeking opportunities to taking risks and getting people excited about your projects and ideas, Dustin covers a broad range of innovative topics that can help transform you from an order taker, to a strategic analytics change agent.
On this episode of the Change Agent CTO Podcast, Concurrency CTO Nathan Lasnoski sits down with J.J. Keller’s Director of Development Matt Bingham to talk about how to develop an efficient, well-trained but compelling team to manage IT infrastructure and cloud adoption throughout an organization. Matt discusses what it takes to create a team that will be able to not only do their job effectively, but also grow with the organization and create better internal infrastructure technologically. Fr...
We’re back across the table with Change Agent CTO Podcast host Nathan Lasnoski and Foureva Media Founder, Speaker, and Author Jamar Jones as they talk about what it means to know and grow who sits in your circle of friends, professional peers, relationships, and more. From evaluating your circle and self-awareness, knowing when to let go of toxic relationships, to building up others to maintain a reciprocal networking impact are just a few things Jamar and Nate discuss in this insightful epis...
On this first-ever in-person episode of the Change Agent CTO Podcast, Host and Concurrency CTO Nathan Lasnoski sits down face-to-face with PLS Financial Senior Director of IT Rick Hartline to discuss what data truly means to an organization. Rick exemplifies the true meaning of Change Agent in the midst of chaotic data management, pushing the boundaries of looking at data through a different lens and understanding how it can create opportunities and benefits company-wide.
Meet Change Agent Microsoft MVP Chris Wagner, a Rockwell Automation Analytics Architect and tech community engagement extraordinaire. From enterprise-related processes down to tinkering with technology someone loves, Chris speaks with Nathan Lasnoski about the importance of letting employees explore and create together to boost creativity and potentially discover new ways tech can be processed, prioritized and executed.
In this episode of the Change Agent CTO Podcast, Nathan sits down with the CIO of Loomis US, Kendall Knight, to talk about the critical role innovative technology plays in the organization’s successful digital transformation. Through examples of AI facial recognition, machine learning, and bad actor-spotting drones, Kendall provides an inspiring take on change and the transformation mindset required to re-shape a fast-evolving industry.
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