Best GovTech Podcasts (2025)

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AI in Project Scoping: Smart Tool or Shortcut Risk? 8:07

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AI is changing how governments scope projects—but not always for the better. In this episode of Untangled, Megan and Robert Karnovitch discuss the role of AI in ERP and EAM project scoping. Spoiler: it’s not about cutting corners—it’s about clarity, context, and smart delegation. Inside the episode: Why every vendor quote should come with math, not…

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EAM Implementation, Clean Data & Predictive Maintenance: What It Really Takes 11:12

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EAM systems don’t fail because of bad software—they fail because of bad data and poor planning. In this episode of Untangled, the team at Avero Advisors breaks down what it really takes to implement modern Enterprise Asset Management systems in local government. You’ll learn: Why clean, structured data is more important than selecting the “perfect”…

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GIS, Mobile Access & Asset Insights: What Makes Modern EAM Actually Work 11:16

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Your asset data isn’t just information—it’s infrastructure. In this episode of Untangled, Avero Advisors unpacks what makes Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) successful in local government. From legacy microservices to mobile fieldwork tools, we discuss: How to integrate GIS systems into modern EAM platforms Why outdated asset hierarchies destroy a…

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Ep. 192 How we got into Cyber Security (tips for newbies) 1:59:51

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Get your ticket to the BlackGirlsHack Gala here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/rise-and-reign-a-blackgirlshack-celebration In this episode, HD and co-host Cyber Shorty dive into their personal cybersecurity journeys, tackling the challenges newcomers face in the job market, and offering advice on the importance of degrees, internships, and …

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AI’s Future: Microsoft, Space Force & the Public Sector’s Big Opportunity 13:28

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In this episode of Avero GovTech Insights, AV reconnects with Microsoft’s Muddu Sudhakar to explore the evolving intersection of AI, energy, space infrastructure, and local government innovation. From AI-powered space data centers to the policy backbone behind responsible adoption, this conversation dives into where the tech is headed—and what civi…

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Ep. 191 Why Women love AI and not Men 1:21:18

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AI Dominance & the Future of GovTech: What Leaders Need to Know 14:22

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In this episode of Avero GovTech Insights, we explore what true AI leadership looks like in a rapidly changing landscape. AV sits down with tech strategist and Microsoft leader Muddu Sudhakar to discuss the accelerating pace of AI innovation, what “model as a service” really means, and how government leaders can avoid chasing trends and start plann…

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Standards, Spyware, and $10 per iPhone: A Cybersecurity Pioneer's Inside Story 32:54

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"Complexity is the biggest enemy of security." Janne Uusilehto, a veteran who has led security and privacy engineering at Nokia, Microsoft, and Google, joins the podcast to peel back the curtain on the hidden world of cybersecurity standards. He reveals why industry rivals, like the original mobile phone giants, agreed to rules that ultimately gene…

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Ep 190 Why getting a job feels impossible right now 54:10

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Go to our sponsor https://aura.com/techtualchatter to get a 14- day FREE trial and see if your personal information has been leaked online ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this episode of The TechTual Talk, HD discusses the challenges and realities of job searching and hiring in tech, the impac…

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AI in Government: Maturity, Risk & the Road Ahead 15:49

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Governments across the globe are racing to adopt AI—but are they truly ready? In this episode of the GovTech Podcast, Avero CEO Abhijit Verekar (AV) unpacks the critical factors agencies must consider before implementing AI tools. From defining smart city use cases to navigating vendor risks and federal policy, this conversation goes beyond buzzwor…

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AI Policy & Smart Cities: What Government Leaders Need to Know 14:42

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In this GovTech Pod episode, Abhijit Verekar breaks down the latest federal policy updates on AI and what they mean for government agencies. From national security to smart cities, he explores how federal investments, public-private partnerships, and evolving regulations are shaping the AI landscape for public sector innovation. AV also highlights …

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Ep. 189 Do College Universities need AI for Graduate Success? 1:41:17

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Book your cyber consultation here: https://calendly.com/techtuaulconsulting ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ IIn this episode of The TechTual Talk, hosts Henri and Cybershortieee chat with Leander Howard, CMO of Write Sea. They discuss Leander’s journey from student athlete to entrepreneur, his ex…

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The Timeline Myth: What Really Delays Public Sector Tech Projects 13:10

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Everyone wants to move faster—but at what cost? In this episode, Robert Kornovich and Megan Seaton of Avero Advisors break down the real reasons digital transformation projects get delayed. From underestimating change management to overlooking vendor negotiation details, they share unfiltered insights from years of working in the trenches with loca…

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Ep. 188 Are GRC Analyst roles dead, is GRC engineering the future, tech startups 1:54:00

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Book your cyber consultation here: https://calendly.com/techtuaulconsulting ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this episode of The TechTual Talk, HD chats with AJ Yawn and GRC practitioner Abdie Mohamed about the evolving field of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC). They discuss how GRC roles…

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Outrunning Extinction: Why ERP Success Depends on Your Strategy, Not Just Software 9:21

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In this episode of the GovTech Podcast, Avero’s Robert Kornovich joins the conversation to unpack one of the biggest pitfalls in government modernization: treating ERP projects like simple tech upgrades. Spoiler: they’re not. From misunderstood timelines to change management overload, we explore why ERP transformations fail—and what agencies can do…

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GovSpend Review (2025): High-Risk GovTech Intelligence Tool? 11:27

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GovCon is huge, confusing and often impossible to track. Billions of dollars move through systems that are anything but transparent, and GovSpend promises to bring light into the shadows. GovSpend promises to bring light into the darkness. With its clean, intuitive interface and focus on uncovering “hidden” spending in the state, local and educatio…

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Episode 187 Cyber Security Engineers, Advanced Degrees, & Security Awareness 1:53:03

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Go to our sponsor https://aura.com/techtualchatter to get a 14- day FREE trial and see if your personal information has been leaked online ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this episode of The TechTual Talk, Dr. Jeree Spicer returns to share her journey from cybersecurity risk roles to earning h…

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Modernizing Government with AI: Transparency, Strategy & the Human Factor 10:43

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In this episode of GovTech, the Avero team dives into the fast-evolving world of artificial intelligence and what it means for local government leaders. From vendor demos to compliance mandates like the Financial Data Transparency Act, we break down what’s real, what’s risky, and what’s next. Learn how to approach AI with clarity, build an adaptabl…

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Tech Evolved, People First: Why AI Won’t Replace Great Consulting 12:53

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In this episode of GovTech Insights, the Avero team dives deep into the future of public sector consulting. As AI tools grow more powerful, government leaders are asking: what role do consultants play now? The answer? More than ever. From ERP projects to funding decisions, real success comes from strategic partnerships, not just tech implementation…

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Ep. 186 The Honest Truth about Security+, Govtech, & working helpdesk Ft. Symone Beez 1:50:48

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book one on one time with me here: https://calendly.com/techtuaulconsulting ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this episode of The TechTual Talk, @symonebeez shares her real journey into tech, dispels common misconceptions about breaking into the industry, talks about the value of hard work and r…

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ERP Implementation Nightmares: Real Confessions & Hard Lessons 13:29

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From missed reports to misaligned expectations—ERP implementation can go off the rails fast. In this episode of the GovTech Pod, Avero Advisors dives into real confessions from public-sector leaders who’ve lived through the chaos. We talk about what actually causes ERP projects to become nightmares, and more importantly—how to avoid them. Expect ca…

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Signal Hunters: How AI is Disrupting the $2 Trillion Government Contract Market 9:09

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Enter one of the largest and most hidden industries in the world: the multi-trillion dollar public procurement market. For decades, winning these luxury contracts has been an insider's game, a complex world of relationships, regulations, and immense manual effort. But what happens when cutting-edge artificial intelligence is unleashed on this old-f…

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Ep. 185 IT Helpdesk helped Triple his income 1:38:12

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Learn how you can work with me one on one to secure a $90K+ cybersecurity role: https://techtualconsulting.tech/video-training ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this episode of The TechTual Talk, HD interviews Tavis Mitchell, a former coaching client who tripled his salary by leveraging help des…

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The Moral Weight of Trust — With Chris McCLean 29:39

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In this episode of Deep Pockets, Petra sits down with Chris McClean, Global Lead for Digital Ethics at Avanade, to explore the delicate balance between trust, power, and technology. Chris unpacks his research on the risks and benefits of trusting relationships, and the moral obligations that come with endorsing others. The conversation ranges from …

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ERP Confessions: Lessons from the Booth at GFOA 2025 12:49

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What happens when public finance professionals get honest about their ERP experiences? At GFOA 2025, the Avero Advisors team set up a "confessional wall" at their booth—and the stories poured in. In this episode, AV, Megan, Robert, and David break down the most common ERP regrets and mistakes they heard firsthand. From 99-page RFPs that got zero bi…

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Ep.184 Cyber News: PaloAlto buys CyberArk,Tea App Hacked again, Tech Women leave TikTok 1:10:07

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Book a call here: https://calendly.com/techtuaulconsulting ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this episode of The TechTual Talk HD and Cybershortieee cover the Tea app new hack, where private messages were leaked. They also discuss paloalto $25 billion acquisition of CyberArk, St. Paul suffered a…

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AI in Local Government: How to Serve the Public Better 12:19

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What if AI wasn’t about replacing people—but helping governments finally do the things they’ve always wanted to do, but never had the capacity for? In this episode of GovTech Pod, we sit down with a PhD in machine ethics turned civic tech founder to explore what AI really means for public service. From system-level ethics to smart infrastructure an…

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Ep. 183 The Tea App Data Breach: Millenial Managers, Sam Altman on ChatGPT Legal Protection 2:06:16

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Go to our sponsor https://aura.com/techtualchatter to get a 14- day FREE trial and see if your personal information has been leaked online ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Welcome back to another episode of The TechTual Talk! In today’s episode, hosts HD and CyberShortiee dive deep into some hot-b…

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Beyond Efficiency: Rethinking Government’s Role in the Age of AI 13:46

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In this thought-provoking episode of the GovTech Pod, Avero CEO Abhijit Verekar explores a question we don’t ask often enough: What is government really for—and how should AI change the answer? From traffic systems and housing to citizen services and workforce planning, AV unpacks what it means to lead with purpose in a moment of rapid technologica…

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Ep. 182 Mastering Cloud Careers: Real Talk on Help Desk, DevOps, and Tech Interview Strategies 1:43:41

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Learn how to get into the cloud here https://skool.com/cloudtechexec ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this episode of The TechTual Talk, host HD interviews Mr. CJ (CloudTech Exec), who shares his journey from the Virgin Islands to a career in cloud engineering and DevOps. They discuss breaking …

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ERP Isn’t Just Tech—It’s People, Process, and Planning 9:22

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ERP modernization in the public sector isn’t just about software—it’s a full-scale transformation that touches every part of your organization. In this GovTech Pod episode, Avero CEO Abhijit Verekar (AV) breaks down the real-world lessons agencies can learn from large-scale projects like the UK’s £144M Workday implementation. From data governance a…

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Ep. 181 Tech Job Market: Data Roles, Cloud Engineering, AI Strategy, and Career Growth 1:53:58

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Check out our Sponsor SNHU to learn more about their cybersecurity degree program https://snhu.edu/techtual ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this episode of The TechTual Talk, hosts HD and Cybershortieee chat with guest Kierra Dotson, the Data Conversationalist. They discuss TV show writing, da…

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What the UK’s £144M ERP Transformation Can Teach U.S. Government Leaders 13:01

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What happens when one of the world’s largest ERP transformations is put under a public sector microscope? In this GovTech Pod episode, Avero CEO Abhijit Verekar unpacks the United Kingdom’s £144M Workday initiative—an ambitious modernization effort driven by the Cabinet Office, Workday, and Cognizant—and what lessons it holds for U.S. state and loc…

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Do You Even Framework? Cyber Lessons from Hanabyte CTO Eric Evans 34:09

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In this episode of the CyberGov Podcast, we sit down with Eric Evans, CTO of Hanabyte, a forward-thinking cybersecurity consultancy at the crossroads of GRC, DevSecOps, and AI innovation. Eric breaks down: 📦 Why frameworks are non-negotiable for modern cyber teams 🧠 How AI/ML is transforming security engineering and accessibility 🛠️ Real talk on au…

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Ep. 180 Discover Six-Figure Career Opportunities in Energy (Pivot Now) 1:21:09

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Learn how you can work with me one on one to secure a $90K+ cybersecurity role: https://techtualconsulting.tech/video-training ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this episode of The TechTual Talk, hosts HD interviews Shalaya Morissette, a leader in the energy sector. Shalaya shares her journey fr…

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Flight Plan for ERP: What Aviation Teaches Us About Go-Live Success 13:42

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What do ERP implementations and aviation have in common? More than you might think. In this episode of GovTech Insights, Avero CEO Abhijit Verekar is joined by ERP consultant (and licensed pilot) Isaac West to unpack how lessons from the cockpit apply directly to public sector digital transformation. From pre-flight planning to checklist discipline…

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How Buildings Can Breathe, Drink, and Power Themselves 20:37

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Have you ever looked at a city skyline and wondered—what if our buildings could do more than just stand tall? What if they could actively fight climate change? Every year, our cities emit millions of tons of carbon, contributing to a crisis so urgent that by 2050 we’ll need to remove over six billion tons of CO₂ annually just to stay on track with …

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Ep. 179 Will CompTIA Sec+ land you a SOC Analyst role? 1:37:15

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Go to our sponsor https://aura.com/techtualchatter to get a 14- day FREE trial and see if your personal information has been leaked online ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In episode 179 of The TechTual Talk, hosts HD and Cybershortieee discuss real-world cybersecurity threats, including AI-powere…

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Transforming Supply Chains for a Greener Future 19:38

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Have you ever tried to make the right choice—only to find out later you didn’t have the full picture? Whether it’s picking a healthy meal or choosing the “eco-friendly” product off the shelf, too often we rely on labels that tell only part of the story. Now imagine being a company trying to choose suppliers—where one misstep could mean reputational…

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ERP Implementation: Negotiating Contracts & Avoiding Project Failures 12:48

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Too many government tech projects go sideways because agencies forget one essential truth: you’re allowed to push back. In this episode, Avero CEO Abhijit Verekar (AV) gets real about what it takes to lead a successful ERP or digital transformation—before, during, and after vendor selection. He tackles: Why it’s not “fighting” to ask tough question…

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Ep. 178 The $200k Big 4 GRC Cyber Security Consultant 1:37:46

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ERP Implementation: CFO, HR Roles and Avoiding Project Pitfalls 14:39

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ERP projects in government are rarely just about systems—they’re about people. In this episode, Avero CEO Abhijit Verekar breaks down the unseen challenges that derail transformations, from vague reporting goals to unclear ownership and internal overload. You’ll hear real talk on: Why vague RFPs lead to failed reporting When to build an internal ER…

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Ep. 177 iOS 26, Google Cloud Outage, Android 16, & Discord Invite Link Exploits 55:48

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Check out our Sponsor SNHU to learn more about their cybersecurity degree program https://snhu.edu/techtual ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this episode of The TechTual Talk, HD covers the Google Cloud outage, hackers exploiting Discord invite links, and a cyberattack on grocery distributor UN…

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Vendor Relationships: Building Trust and Long-Term Value 12:43

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🎙️ Featuring: Robert Kornovich & Megan Seaton | Avero Advisors Too often, government agencies are handed a polished pitch—but what they need is a real partner. In this candid conversation, Avero VP of Client Success Robert Kornovich reflects on his journey from local government to consultant, shares the importance of human connection in vendor rela…

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Ep. 176 Become a Project Manager without Experience (in 2025) 1:25:45

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Learn how you can work with me to secure a $90K+ cybersecurity role: https://techtualconsulting.tech/video-training ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this episode of The TechTual Talk, host HD interviews Veronica White about her journey into project management. They discuss her background, trans…

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The Truth About Government Contracting Nobody Talks About – w/ Aubrey Gainfort 29:29

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What happens when two passionate voices in government contracting join forces? 🚀 In this episode of the CyberGov Podcast, we sit down with Aubrey Gainfort, co-host of the Breaking the Standard podcast to talk about shaking up the status quo in GovCon. From empowering small businesses to breaking down communication barriers in the federal space, Aub…

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Digital Transformation_ People, Culture, and ERP Success 13:53

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🎙️ Featuring: Billie Norton, Senior Project Manager at Avero Advisors When we talk about transformation in government, too often the conversation starts with technology. But in reality? These are people projects. In this episode, Billie Norton joins Megan Seaton to unpack the emotional side of modernization—from fear of change to the power of valid…

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Ep. 175 From Carmax Car Salesman to IT Infrastructure Architect | 1:04:42

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Book your consult here: https://calendly.com/techtuaulconsulting ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this episode of The TechTual Talk, host HD and co-host Cybershortieee chat with guest Jay Davis about his journey from selling cars at Carmax to becoming an IT architect. They discuss breaking into…

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Sparks of Genius: Creativity, Polymaths, and the Human Edge 43:13

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What does it mean to be truly creative in an age of AI? Inspired by the Robert and Michele Root-Bernstein's book 'Sparks of Genius - the 13 thinking tools of the world's most creative people', this episode explores the artistry of interdisciplinary thinking with Jesús Sánchez Herrero. From abstraction and modeling to analogizing and empathizing, we…

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How to Overcome Resistance to Change in Government Digital Transformation 14:57

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🎙️ Featuring: Billy & Megan from Avero Advisors Resistance to change isn’t a surprise—it’s a given. But if you’re leading a digital transformation in your agency and wondering why teams are hesitant, quiet, or checked out… this episode is for you. In this candid conversation, we unpack the real reasons change gets derailed and how government leader…