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Welcome to Maritime SoftwareHub, the people-focused Podcast for professionals that are passionate about digitalization across the maritime, trade, and satcoms space.
Hosted by ex-shipbrokers and talent acquisition leaders Callum Beaumont and Daniel Duggin, of Cordell Beaumont - Digital Search & Recruitment.
Each episode will feature highly influential figures within the digital shipping space and will showcase their particular role specialisms and career journey. We aim to discuss key functions and career opportunities across Software Sales, Product Management, Marketing, Cybersecurity, C-suite, Data Analysis and much more...
So thank you for joining us, and please enjoy Maritime SoftwareHub, The
People Podcast.
Hosted by ex-shipbrokers and talent acquisition leaders Callum Beaumont and Daniel Duggin, of Cordell Beaumont - Digital Search & Recruitment.
Each episode will feature highly influential figures within the digital shipping space and will showcase their particular role specialisms and career journey. We aim to discuss key functions and career opportunities across Software Sales, Product Management, Marketing, Cybersecurity, C-suite, Data Analysis and much more...
So thank you for joining us, and please enjoy Maritime SoftwareHub, The
People Podcast.
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In Episode 1 of Maritime SoftwareHub, our Founder Callum Beaumont sits down with Chris Aversano, Product Manager at Q88 a Veson Nautical company, and host of the highly successful Last Dinosaur podcast. Chris brings a huge amount of energy and is highly passionate about innovations across the digital shipping space, so this episode is not to be missed! They discuss:- Chris’ background and his shift from a career in shipbroking, sailing, ship management, to senior product management and sales within the maritime software space - Some of the skills and traits needed to have a career in product management and take a look at the challenges associated with the profession - The role of a Product Manager within a SaaS company and their key responsibilities Chris also reveals some fascinating secrets about himself and shares his view on whether a background in maritime is essential when working within a maritime software company... this is one not to be missed! To view the VIDEO recording of this episode click here: https://youtu.be/fjmIDLS4CH4So please LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to follow our channel and enjoy our first episode of Maritime SoftwareHub - The People Podcast.
In this fascinating episode, Callum talks with Mike Konstantinidis, Managing Director of Vessel Optimisation at ZeroNorth and former Co-Founder of METIS Cyberspace Technology. Featured role function: CEO They run through: - Key milestones in Mike's career to date - Mike's definition of a CEO- What type of skills are needed to be an effective CEO - Differences between the Founder and CEO - What a day in the life looks like for a CEO - Mike's vision for the future of the digital shipping space Link to YouTube video recording: https://youtu.be/q7orJbMsIykPlease remember to LIKE and FOLLOW this episode. Thank you.
In this short "get to know me" type episode, I explain why I left global shipbroking powerhouse, Clarksons to launch my own recruitment business, Cordell Beaumont in 2019. I run through:My background in shipbroking and family heritage in shippingWhy do our clients and candidates trust us and work closely with usOur unique selling points To view the video recording of this episode please visit: https://youtu.be/m4wuXHJiWc4
In this episode, Callum talks to the highly successful Ami Daniel, entrepreneur, Co-Founder & CEO of Windward. From raising $1m+ dollars as a teenager to driving a publicly traded company, Ami brings a huge amount of energy and passion. This discussion is not to be missed! Role Function Featured: Chief Executive Officer They discuss: - Ami’s first job - Why he co-founded Windward- How his role has changed since Windward floated on the stock exchange - His definition of a Chief Executive Officer- What skills and attributes do successful CEOs possess - His advice to aspiring C-suite execs and CEOs Thank you for tuning in, do write a review and follow our channel to help our audience grow. Link to the video recording of this episode: https://youtu.be/4HYQgvL4Z-w
In this episode, Callum talks with the highly experienced and successful Chief Commercial Officer of Sea/, Christoffer Svard. With 10+ years of experience in maritime technology, Christoffer shares some hugely valuable insights which are not to be missed! Featured Role: Chief Commercial OfficerThey discuss:- Chris' background - Why Chris is so interested in maritime technology- An overview of Sea/'s solution- Chris' definition of a CCO- What skills are needed to be a successful CCO- Some key tips and advice for aspiring sales leaders- The increase of collaboration across the maritime software community- Two SECRETS you may not know about Chris! Thank you for tuning in!If you would like to see our video recording of this episode on our YouTube channel click here: https://youtu.be/Iop1akl2n14
In this fascinating episode, Callum sits down with Cordell Beaumont's Director, Daniel Duggin to discuss his role within the company, his background and some of the latest hiring trends in the maritime software space. They cover: - Daniel's shipbroking background - His experience being a maritime software end user - The shift from shipbroking to recruitment - Importance of relationships within shipping and recruitment- Dan's day-to-day recruiting duties- Transitioning from commercial or technical shipping to digital - Mental health issues associated with remote working- Why a recruitment career in the maritime space is so exciting and rewarding
In this fascinating episode of Maritime SoftwareHub, Daniel Duggin speaks with Panteleimon Pantelis COO at Ulysses Systems. Starting at Ulysses 20+ years ago as hire number 2, Pantelis has helped shape a highly successful maritime software group with a global workforce and an international maritime client base. Featured Role: Chief Operating Officer They discuss: Building Ulysses to create generational wealthThe use of cognitive science to blend psychology with software Panetlis' role as COOKey Skills to be an Effective COOHow Ulysses' flat management structure helps employee retention Enjoy! Please don't forget to follow our channel to help share our content with a wider audience base. Thank you
Episode 8 Rory Proud: Co-Founder Maritime Data : Featured Role Head of SalesIn this episode of Maritime SoftwareHub, Callum speaks with former Lloyds List Intelligence Head of Sales and now Co-Founder of Maritime Data AI, Rory Proud. Featured Role: Head of Sales They discuss The story behind the launch of Maritime DataHow Rory dropped out of uni to start his first tech business What separates good sales professionals from the great Managing underperformance in a team Shift from working in a large corporation to a tech start-upCreating your own luck/opportunities to climb the corporate ladder Differences from running a sales team in the US vs the UKTips for hiring and qualifying star sales professionals Head of Sales core duties and responsibilitiesThank you for supporting Maritime SoftwareHub the People Podcast, powered by the digital shipping recruitment specialist, Cordell Beaumont.
Episode 9: Cynthia Worley, VP of Strategic Accounts at SEDNAIn this episode of Maritime SoftwareHub, our Director Daniel Duggin speaks with the highly impressive and inspiring, Cynthia Worley. They discuss:Cynthia's introduction to technology and maritimeSEDNA's growth story and solutions How SEDNA helps businesses with their digital journeyWomen working in Maritime, Embracing diversity and harnessing a mixed skill setIf you find this episode valuable, please do follow, like and comment on our channel to help share our content with a wider audience.
Welcome to season 2 of Maritime SoftwareHub the People podcast, brought to you by Cordell Beaumont - the Digital Search & Recruitment specialists. In this season opener, we speak with world record breaker, Alex Caizergues, CEO and Co-Founder of Syroco. A pioneering Climate Tech Startup for the Energy and Maritime space. Alex is also a Kite Surfing world champion, with a real passion for creating solutions that have a positive impact on the planet. We discuss:Alex's world record-breaking achievements in kite surfing Syroco's digital twin platform and other offerings Culture at Syroco Role of the CEO and how he likes to leadTeam building traditions at Syroco Importance of face-to-face relationshipsThank you for tuning in! Please do us a huge favor and write a positive comment if you enjoy this episode, or subscribe to your YouTube channel to help widen our exposure.
In this episode of Maritime SoftwareHub, Callum Beaumont speaks with Gupreet Singh, Chief Commercial Officer at RightShip.They discuss:- Gurpreet’s commercial, digital and militry career path leading him to C-Suite- How RightShip helps their customers progress towards Zero Harm / ESG - Tips for aspiring Commercial Leaders - Day in the life of a Chief Commercial Officer- Whether an MBA, or higher education is needed to become a C-level execThis really interesting episode is not to be missed!
In this episode of Maritime SoftwareHub, Callum speaks with Arthur Richier the Head of Strategic Partnerships at Vortexa. Arthur has an impressive background within the maritime and energy space and regularly speaks at a number of industry events. Cordell Beaumont is constantly evaluating potential strategic partner alliances and we found this conversation extremely helpful! Featured Role: Partnerships They discuss: Arthur’s background in energy and maritime An overview of Vortexa’s insights and solutions How Vortexa vets potential strategic partners What a Strategic Partnership role entails Challenges and opportunities associated with partnerships An overview of the Vortexa Academy
In this episode of Maritime SoftwareHub, Callum speaks with the highly successful, Kristin Omholt-Jensen who is the Founder and CEO of Maritime Optima.Kristin is an experienced investor and has helped many start-ups and scaleups across maritime and other industries. She has a true maritime heritage and is passionate about providing value across her network and client base.Episode Focus: Investment In this episode, they discuss:Kristin’s background, family heritage in maritime and key projects she is working on Maritime Optima’s solution overview and their “Freemium” sales model Why Kristin enjoys investing in businesses What fundamentals she looks for when investing Kristin’s view of investment in maritime technology in recent years Tips for any business owner trying to make their company more valuable If you find this episode valuable please share it within your network, follow our episodes and Subscribe to our YouTube channel for further updates.
In this episode of Maritime SoftwareHub, Callum is joined by Harriet Hunnisett-Johnson the head of Maritime at Signol. Featured topic: Women in Shipping They discuss:Harriet’s background and experience working onboard vessels An overview of Signol’s solutions and how they use behavioural science to drive their analytics The male to female ratio within the maritime and maritime technology space Why Harriet transitioned to a shore-based role The day to day role of a Chief OfficerIf you would like to reach out to Harriet to learn more about her time at sea, or Signol’s solutions, please do drop her a message on LinkedIn. Please don't forget to follow our channel to help share our content with a wider audience base.If you or your company would like to discuss our podcast or our recruitment services we would be delighted to hear from you.
In this episode of Maritime SoftwareHub, the People Podcast, Cameron Amigo joins Callum. Cameron is a seasoned US-based digital and commercial shipping professional with an MBA, shipbroking, data analytics and visualization expertise.They discuss:- Connecticut Maritime Association and Cameron’s involvement- The maritime technology landscape in the US- Key responsibilities when working in a Head of Data role- Data management process, input, storage, cleansing, analysis, visualization- Tips for aspiring Data leaders- Recommended analysis tools, courses, or programming skills- Importance of keeping up to date with the latest data trends and toolsPlease follow Cameron on LinkedIn to access his great content surrounding SaaS, Data, and the digital shipping space.
In this special episode of Maritime SoftwareHub, I showcase the Cordell Beaumont Academy, our new platform for hosting our online and on-demand courses. These could be perfect for newcomers to shipping, existing maritime or maritime tech professionals, or employers looking to upskill their teams. Featured Courses: - Introduction to Commercial Shipping- Digital Shipping Skills Accelerator I share my screen and discuss:- The reasons for launching the courses- Who they are for and how it can benefit them- The syllabus and training materials - How to access them and frequently asked questions Visit https://cordell-s-site.thinkific.com/ to access the courses.
In this episode of Maritime SoftwareHub, Callum speaks with Mike Powell, former Merchant Mariner, Marine lawyer, and the current Chief Business Officer at StratumFive.Featured role: Head of Vessel OperationsThey discuss:Mike's background sailing onboard chemical tankersHis perspective on technology in today's shipping marketsHis experience leading Vessel Operations at BP and GlencoreThe day-to-day role of a Head of Vessel OperationsHow technology helps vessel operationsCritical challenges associated with vessel operations positions.If you want to speak with Mike about any topics discussed in this episode, don't hesitate to contact mike@cpmarine.co.uk.Cordell Beaumont, the digital and commercial shipping recruitment specialist, powers maritime SoftwareHub.Please don't forget to follow our channel to help share our content with a wideraudience base.If you or your company would like to discuss our podcast or our recruitmentservices we would be delighted to hear from you.
In this episode of Maritime SoftwareHub Callum speaks to the Co-Founder and CEO of 10ure, Hemzeh Abdelmuti.They discuss:-10ure’s solution overview - Importance of focusing on the mariner's experience of technology- Technology in the US maritime space- Hemzeh’s day-to-day role as a CEO - Challenges he faces across marketing, sales, product and delivery- The value of having a strong understanding of maritime when selling SaaS If you would like to reach out to Hemzeh please contact info@10ure.com ++Interested in our new online courses, check out: https://cordell-s-site.thinkific.com/This podcast was brought to you by Cordell Beaumont, the specialist Digital and commercial Shipping Recruitment Agency.
In this episode of Maritime SoftwareHub, Callum is joined by William Bixby, Director of the boutique maritime events company Binnacle Ltd. Will shares his tips and insights to help you or your business boost Return on Investment when sponsoring or attending events.They discuss:1. An overview of Binnacle’s business offering and Will’s background in maritime events 2. Best practices for setting up an events space and engaging with event hosts and delegates3. Whether you should / should not hold speaking slots 4. Pre-event planning and marketing 5. How to follow up post-eventIf you would like to register to attend the next event Will is hosting, click the link below.https://www.binnacle.ltd/singapore-shipbrokers-charterers-forum-2023/++This podcast was brought to you by Cordell Beaumont, the specialist Digital Shipping recruitment agency, www.cordellbeaumont.com.
In this episode of Maritime SoftwareHub, Callum discusses the highly innovative end-to-end crewing platform, Tilla with it’s Co-Founder and MD, Narayan Venkatesh.They discuss 1. Narayan’s background before launching Tilla 2. An overview of Tilla’s solution and how their platform helps shipping companies3. The impact technology has impacted crew onboard commercial vessels 4.What attracted him to the maritime industry5. The role of Co-Founder and the challenges associated with the position 6. Advice for people considering starting up their own SaaS platform in the maritime space 7. Venture Capital investment in the maritime space If you would like to contact Narayan or his team please visit https://www.tilla.tech/ or email narayan@tilla.tech. ++This podcast was brought to you by Cordell Beaumont, the specialist digital shipping recruitment agency.If you or your company would like to be featured on the podcast please email podcast@cordellbeaumont.com. Alternatively, if you are considering hiring or changing careers in the digital shipping space please do reach out to callum@cordellbeaumont.com.
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