Best Instructure Podcasts (2025)

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AI, Accessibility, and the Art of Teaching: Instructure's Ryan Lufkin on the Changing Role of Educators - S02E04 45:42

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The Original Source Is A Copyleaks Podcast Welcome back to another episode of The Original Source! In our latest episode, host Shouvik Paul engages in an insightful conversation with Ryan Lufkin, Vice President of Global Academic Strategy Instructure, the parent company of Canvas. With over 25 years of experience in the EdTech industry, Ryan offers…

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Beyond Constraints: From Starting Lean to Scaling Up 21:04

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Inspired by the book Getting Real, HubSync Founder and CEO John McGowan explains to Thoma Bravo Partner Ross Devor how operating under tight timelines and budgets with a lean team forced HubSync to focus on an engineer-first approach, providing a foundation for a company that was able to scale.By Thoma Bravo

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How HubSync Became the Tax Automation Platform for Top 25 CPA Firms 34:38

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HubSync started as a bootstrapped idea from John McGowan, a former Big Four tax professional who saw the tech gap in mid-sized CPA firms. In this episode of ‘Behind the Deal,’ Thoma Bravo Partner Ross Devor talks with John about how he turned early consulting work into a profitable SaaS business, the strategy behind landing over 40% of the top 25 a…

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Beyond Building NextGen Healthcare’s Successful Remote-First Company and Culture with David Sides 19:55

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In the Beyond the Deal mini-sode with Thoma Bravo’s A.J. Rohde and Peter Hernandez, hear NextGen Healthcare CEO David Sides explain his approach to leadership, inspired by his family’s medical roots, and how NextGen Healthcare grew into one of the most trustworthy companies in America. For more information on Thoma Bravo's Behind the Deal, visit ht…

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How NextGen Healthcare Aims to Achieve Better Healthcare Outcomes for All 55:55

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In this episode, Thoma Bravo Senior Partner A.J. Rohde sits down with Peter Hernandez, a Senior Vice President on our Discover team, to detail the strategic take-private of NextGen Healthcare, a leading provider of innovative, cloud-based healthcare technology solutions. They are joined in the studio by NextGen Healthcare CEO David Sides and discus…

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Beyond the Classroom: Shaping the Future of Learning with Steve Daly 14:34

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In this Beyond the Deal minisode, hear Instructure CEO Steve Daly share how his past experiences informed his mission to create a results-oriented, customer-centric company and a culture where people genuinely enjoy coming to work. Thoma Bravo Managing Partner, Holden Spaht, and Partner, Brian Jaffee, speak with Steve Daly about his leadership phil…

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How Instructure Grew into a Leading EdTech for K-12, Higher Ed, and Professionals 52:20

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Instructure’s Canvas, the learning management system used by over 4,000 school districts and 2,500 higher education institutions, became a lifeline during the pandemic. On this episode of Behind the Deal, Thoma Bravo Managing Partner Holden Spaht and Partner Brian Jaffee sit down with Instructure CEO Steve Daly to discuss how they worked together t…

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Beyond Performance: Building a “10-10” Company Culture with Andre Durand 14:16

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Ping Identity Founder & CEO, Andre Durand, explains that in a 10-10 culture, “the how matters as much as the what.” Over time, through his experience as a multi-time founder, he has come to resonate with one simple cultural north star that he refers to as “10-10” to strike a balance between performance and attitude. In this Beyond the Deal minisode…

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How Ping Identity Mastered Identity Security for Global Enterprises 57:12

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Ping Identity helps some of the largest enterprises in the world secure the logins of their employees and customers, helping to keep systems secure, prevent fraud, and decrease friction as companies undergo their digital transformation. In this episode of Behind the Deal, Thoma Bravo Founder and Managing Partner, Orlando Bravo, and Partner, Chip Vi…

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How Applitools is Using AI to Improve Speed, Scalability, and Accuracy with Adam Carmi and Alex Berry 20:32

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In this Beyond the Deal mini-sode, Applitools Co-Founder and CTO, Adam Carmi, and CEO, Alex Berry, speak with Thoma Bravo Partner, Carl Press, about the evolution of Applitools from its early days to a leader in AI-enabled test automation. Adam discusses the initial problem he and co-founder Moshe Milman sought to solve and Alex shares his perspect…

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How Applitools Uses AI to Revolutionize Test Automation 41:30

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Hear the story behind Thoma Bravo’s investment in Applitools with Partner Carl Press in conversation with Alex Berry, CEO of Applitools, and Adam Carmi, Co-Founder and CTO of Applitools. The company’s all-in-one, AI-powered testing platform revolutionizes the way businesses approach quality assurance and test automation. Carl, Alex and Adam discuss…

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AI Governance Unpacked: Heather Gentile on Compliance, Security, and IBM’s Think 2025 Insights - S02E03 34:23

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The Original Source Is A Copyleaks Podcast Welcome back to another episode of The Original Source! In our latest episode, host Shouvik Paul engages in an insightful conversation with Heather Gentile, Executive Director of Product for AI Governance and RegTech at IBM Watson. With her extensive background in applying AI to governance, risk, and compl…

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Beyond the Friend Zone: Building Mailgun into a Leading Technology Company with Will Conway and Josh Odom 22:42

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In this Beyond the Deal mini-sode, former Mailgun CEO and CTO, Will Conway and Josh Odom, join Thoma Bravo Partner Hudson Smith to share their experiences of leading a growing technology company starting as college friends turned business partners. They highlight the critical role of a strong, supportive team culture, how their friendship strategic…

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How Mailgun Quickly Evolved into a Leading Email API Provider 53:26

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Mailgun enables over 150,000 companies to send, track, test, and optimize more than 250 billion emails per year effortlessly for marketing and business communication to their customers. Thoma Bravo Partner Hudson Smith sits down on Behind the Deal with former Mailgun CEO Will Conway and CTO Josh Odom as they dive into Mailgun’s journey from a spin …

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How Innovation is Driving the Future of Cybersecurity 38:25

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In a special episode of Behind the Deal live from Miami at Thoma Bravo’s Annual Meeting in March 2025, Thoma Bravo Managing Partner Seth Boro welcomes two prominent leaders in the cybersecurity industry: Jill Popelka, CEO of Darktrace, and Joe Levy, CEO of Sophos. Cybersecurity has been a focus of Thoma Bravo's investment strategy since 2008, drive…

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Beyond Leadership: Career Lessons from Chess with Todd Dauchy and Adam Solomon 14:13

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In this Beyond the Deal mini-sode, Todd Dauchy, CEO of SMA Technologies, speaks with Thoma Bravo Partner, Adam Solomon, about how he’s navigated his career with the lessons he learned from chess. He also details his focus on strategic thinking, anticipating future trends in the market, and building strong interpersonal relationships within the comp…

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How SMA Technologies Uses Automation to Accelerate Digital Transformation at Financial Institutions 30:01

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Hear the story behind Thoma Bravo’s acquisition of SMA Technologies with Thoma Bravo Partner Adam Solomon and CEO of SMA Technologies, Todd Dauchy. SMA Technologies provides workload automation and orchestration software solutions for banks, credit unions, and other financial services businesses. Adam and Todd discuss how they transformed a “sleepy…

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How Bluesight and Thoma Bravo Turned Vision Into Value - Featured from Best But Never Final 51:00

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In this featured episode, we’re excited to share a conversation from Best But Never Final, featuring Thoma Bravo Partner Carl Press and Kevin MacDonald, CEO of Thoma Bravo portfolio company Bluesight. Listen to them share a behind-the-scenes look at scaling a software company from a bootstrap startup to a private equity-backed category leader. They…

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Beyond Trust: Building the Cultural Fabric at EQS Group with Achim Weick and Irina Hemmers 20:37

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In this Beyond the Deal mini-sode, Thoma Bravo Partner Irina Hemmers and EQS Group Founder and CEO Achim Weick discuss the crucial role of culture in EQS Group's journey. Achim shares his experience founding a company culture centered on trust. Hear how his focus has driven EQS Group's success as a leading European software company and some lessons…

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How EQS Group’s Digital Solutions Create Trusted Companies in Europe and Beyond 40:01

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Hear Thoma Bravo Partner Irina Hemmers and Achim Weick, Founder and CEO of EQS Group, dive into the details behind the acquisition of EQS Group. In this episode, they discuss EQS Group's journey of becoming a leading GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) software provider. Achim Weick shares his story of founding the company, why EQS Group chose p…

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Beyond Hurdles: Navigating Career Challenges and Driving Growth with Fran Rosch and Scott Crabill 11:37

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Fran Rosch, CEO of Imprivata, joins Managing Partner Scott Crabill on this Beyond the Deal mini-sode to discuss his career journey and leadership philosophy. Rosch shares his belief in open communication, setting ambitious goals, and the importance of continuous learning. He also provides advice on navigating career challenges and emphasizes the si…

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How Imprivata is Redefining Healthcare Security 40:10

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In this episode of Behind the Deal, Imprivata CEO Fran Rosch shares how the company is revolutionizing access to critical healthcare systems with its cutting-edge security solutions. As a leader in cybersecurity for hospitals and health systems, Imprivata specializes in Access Management for shared device ecosystems, as well as streamlining and sec…

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Patents, Privacy, and Precedents: Vincent Allen, esq. on the Future of AI Law - S02E02 37:56

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The Original Source Is A Copyleaks Podcast We're back with another episode of Season 2 of The Original Source! In this episode, host Shouvik Paul engages in an insightful discussion with Vincent Allen, a legal expert specializing in copyright law and AI. With extensive experience navigating the intersection of technology, law, and intellectual prop…

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How CEO Leagh Turner Fostered Trust and Teamwork to Drive Coupa’s Growth 16:28

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In this Beyond the Deal mini-sode, Thoma Bravo Managing Partner Holden Spaht sits down with Coupa CEO Leagh Turner to discuss her career journey and the significance of mentorship. They also delve into the future of AI and its implications for businesses. Learn about Coupa’s approach to AI governance, aiming to ensure it is utilized safely and resp…

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How Coupa is Utilizing AI to Revolutionize Business Spend Management 34:57

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Coupa has helped businesses better manage direct and indirect spend through its community-generated AI and industry-leading total spend management platform for almost 20 years. Coupa AI is informed by over $7 trillion of spend data across a global network of 10 million+ suppliers and buyers. Coupa aims to empower its customers with the ability to p…

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Beyond Transformation: Growth, Leadership and Innovation at HCSS with A.J. Rohde, George Jaber, and Steve McGough 19:28

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In this Beyond the Deal mini-sode, Thoma Bravo Senior Partner A.J. Rohde and Principal George Jaber discuss with HCSS President and CEO Steve McGough the company’s strong employee relationships, the true essence of leadership, the core values he took with him from his time at Texas A&M, and how the impact of treating every customer with care and re…

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How HCSS is a Leader in the Construction Industry's Digital Transformation 41:03

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For nearly 40 years, HCSS has been a driving force in construction software, helping companies streamline operations and achieve success. In this episode of Behind the Deal, Thoma Bravo’s A.J. Rohde and George Jaber sit down with HCSS President and CEO Steve McGough to explore the company’s journey—from its beginnings in the late ‘80s to creating H…

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Beyond Qlik’s AI Revolution: A Conversation with Seth Boro and Mike Capone 18:37

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In this Beyond the Deal mini-sode, Thoma Bravo Managing Partner Seth Boro and Qlik CEO Mike Capone discuss Qlik’s growth since its 2018 acquisition by Thoma Bravo, including its global expansion from Sweden, how the company stays ahead of AI’s rapid evolution to drive ongoing business transformation and how Mike’s leadership style of “leading from …

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How Qlik is Transforming Companies with AI-Powered Solutions 33:21

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Season three of Thoma Bravo's award-winning podcast kicks off with a conversation between Thoma Bravo Managing Partner Seth Boro & Mike Capone, CEO of Qlik. Together, they explore Qlik's growth from a visual analytics company to an industry leader in data integration, analytics, and AI solutions for businesses. Listen as they explore Qlik’s differe…

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Behind the Deal Returns for Season 3 2:19

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We’re back with season 3 of Thoma Bravo’s Behind the Deal! Our chart-topping and award-winning podcast offers a glimpse into the world of the largest tech-focused buyout firm. This season, hear CEOs from Qlik, HCSS, Coupa, and more share untold stories of some of Thoma Bravo's biggest and most dynamic acquisitions. New episodes drop every Thursday!…

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Data, Disruption, and Dan: AI’s Influence on Media - S02E01 32:19

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The Original Source Is A Copyleaks Podcast Welcome to Season 2 of The Original Source! In this episode, host Shouvik Paul has an insightful conversation with Dan Hallac, Chief Growth Officer at The Free Press. With a rich background in media and product at Bloomberg, Hearst, and New York Magazine, Dan shares his perspective on how AI is transformin…

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Thomas’s Take: Tackling AI and the New Era of Customer Success - S01E011 30:32

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The Original Source Is A Copyleaks Podcast In this episode of The Original Source, host Shouvik Paul chats with Thomas Adelgren, Copyleaks’ VP of Customer Success. With 17 years at Salesforce across Europe and a lifetime of global travel, Thomas has seen it all when it comes to the world of customer success. Together, they dive into: How technology…

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Alignment 23:14

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In this episode of the Bamboo Beat, Nicole Hiers engages with guests Cristin Klute and Dr. Mitzi Fehl-Seward to discuss the importance of alignment services in education, the role of standards of learning, and how these services support educators in Virginia. They explore the customizable approach of Elevate's alignment services, the challenges of …

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Lucid Wins in Canvas 19:41

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In this episode of the Bamboo Beat podcast, hosts Nicole Hiers and Tim Mason discuss the integration of Lucid with Canvas, exploring its collaborative tools, organizational features, and interactive activities that enhance student engagement. Special guest Mark Sluzky shares insights on how Lucid supports project-based learning and offers best prac…

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Certified Programs 36:34

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In this episode of the Bamboo Beat, hosts Nicole Hiers and Tim Mason discuss Instructure's certified programs with guest Erin Keefe, the project manager for certified programs at Instructure. Erin shares the history and growth of the certified programs, including the Canvas Certified Educator (CCE) and Canvas Certified Technical Admin (CCTA) progra…

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Top 10 Tips for a Successful Back-to-School Season 43:56

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In this episode, Nicole and Tim share their top 10 tips for a successful back to school season. They discuss the importance of organization, using what you already have, effective communication, playing in a sandbox, focusing on the students, creating engaging content, leveraging technology, setting clear expectations, building relationships, and t…

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Memes, Machines, and Everything In Between: How AI Is Affecting Social Media - S01E010 36:31

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The Original Source Is A Copyleaks Podcast In this episode of The Original Source, host Shouvik Paul chats with Copyleaks Social Media Manager Aaron Hulbert. They explore Aaron's diverse career spanning over a decade of social media marketing and how AI impacts the field. They also touch on the challenges and benefits of using GenAI tools like Chat…

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Live a Life You Love 37:03

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In this episode, Nicole and guest co-host Tim are joined by Loryn Martini to discuss setting and achieving goals in both personal and professional life. They explore the importance of prioritizing goals, breaking them down into manageable tasks, and overcoming barriers. They also discuss the concept of SMART goals and how they can help in goal achi…

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Navigating AI In Politics: Insights from a White House Tech Veteran - S01E09 38:54

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In this episode of the Original Source, host Shouvik Paul dives deep into the world of AI legislation with his good friend and AI expert, Tom Cochran. With a rich history in government technology and media, Tom shares his unique insights on the rapid advancements in AI and the urgent need for regulation. From AI's impact on various industries to th…

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AI Can't Do That? - S01E08 49:42

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The Original Source is a podcast by Copyleaks. In this episode, host Shouvik Paul, COO of Copyleaks, and Brooke Weinbaum, Copyleaks VP of Customer Success, are joined by guest Dr. Doris Zahner for a roundtable discussion about: • The crucial need for critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills • Why these human skills are still ess…

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Making an Impact with Impact 23:23

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In this episode, Nicole Hiers welcomes Tina Cassidy and Sam Mathis to discuss the impact of Instructure's tool adoption platform, Impact. They explore the three main pillars of Impact: messaging, support, and insights, and how these contribute to an institution's adoption goals. They also discuss the life cycle of Impact, its creative uses, and the…

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Don't be Shai: Unveiling the Power of Data Science with Shai Nisan - S01E07 41:00

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The Original Source is a podcast by Copyleaks. Join Shouvik Paul on The Original Source as he interviews Shai Nassan, a Data Scientist at Copyleaks. Dive into the fascinating world of AI detection, data science, and the challenges of differentiating between human and AI-generated texts. Also discussed in this episode The intricacies behind AI algor…

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Charting the Course with Standards-Driven Tools 36:47

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In this episode, we dive into the world of standards-based grading and its important role in education. Our discussion centers around the use of Mastery Connect and Canvas Outcomes as essential tools for assessing student mastery skills effectively. Our guests share their personal experiences and insights on utilizing these platforms to enhance the…

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Fostering Ethical AI With Alec Foster - S01E06 51:35

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The Original Source is a podcast by Copyleaks. In this episode of the Original Source Podcast, Shouvik Paul hosts a live webinar with Alec Foster, an AI ethics leader and the Responsible AI Lead at MMA Global. They discuss the evolving intersection of AI and marketing alongside the implications of AI-generated content and images on major media plat…

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Tessa's Terrific Techie Toolkit: An Interview With Tessa Burg - S01E05 42:04

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The Original Source is a podcast by Copyleaks. In this episode of The Original Source, join host Shouvik Paul as he dives deep into the ever-evolving world of AI and marketing with Tessa Berg, the chief technology officer at ModOp. Tessa shares her journey from humble web development beginnings to leading AI and machine learning initiatives, offeri…

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How AI is Fueling Software's Growth - Live from Miami 47:01

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In a special episode of Behind the Deal live from Thoma Bravo’s Annual Meeting in March 2024, Managing Partner Seth Boro welcomes Sumit Dhawan, CEO at Proofpoint, Mike Capone, CEO at Qlik, and Charlie Gottdiener, CEO at Anaplan, to the stage to discuss how their companies are leveraging the power of artificial intelligence. The CEOs share perspecti…

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Beyond the Partnership Between Carl Thoma and Orlando Bravo 7:42

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In this special Beyond the Deal mini-sode, Thoma Bravo Co-Founders and Managing Partners Carl Thoma and Orlando Bravo go beyond their long, storied and industry-shaping partnership to discuss the importance of fostering relationships, focusing on performance and staying humble while building a successful firm. Carl also shares his insights on the v…

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How Carl Thoma and Orlando Bravo Built the Largest Tech Buyout Firm 37:53

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On the season finale of Behind the Deal, Co-Founders and Managing Partners Orlando Bravo and Carl Thoma sit down to discuss how they built Thoma Bravo into the world’s largest tech-focused buyout firm. Orlando interviews his mentor, Carl, to get his perspective on the evolution of private equity over his nearly 50-year career in the industry. The C…

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Don of a New Era: An Interview with Don DePalma - S01E04 33:10

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The Original Source is a podcast by Copyleaks. In this episode, our host, Shouvik Paul, is joined by special guest Don Depalma. Dr. Donald A. DePalma has shaped the globalization strategies of some of the world’s largest firms and the market strategies of the industry’s most influential language service and technology providers. As the founder of C…

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Beyond the SailPoint Partnership with Seth Boro, Mark McClain and Matt Mills 13:31

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In this Beyond the Deal mini-sode, Thoma Bravo Managing Partner Seth Boro sits down with SailPoint’s CEO and Founder Mark McClain and President of Worldwide Field Operations Matt Mills to talk about the effects of AI on identity security, being acquired by Thoma Bravo not once but twice, and what it was like to ring the opening bell at the New York…