Best Workato Podcasts (2025)

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How US Defense Could Fight at Machine Speed/Matt Bigge - DefenseTech, X-Bow, F.I.R.E. ~ Spark of Ages Ep 40 1:08:16

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Matt Bigge, partner at Crosslink Capital and former 10th Mountain Division infantry officer, shares his unique perspective as a venture capitalist, military veteran, and deep tech investor on the revolution happening in defense technology & how modern defense technologies are evolving to meet today's security challenges. His MIR framework—modular, …

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Building a Growth LM That Actually Gets Your Business/Position2 - Arena, Calibrate, LSTM ~ Spark of Ages Ep 39 56:02

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In this eye-opening conversation, join host Rajiv Parikh as he unveils Arena AI – their revolutionary platform that's transforming how marketing campaigns are planned, executed, and optimized. Sajjan Kanukolanu (VP of Global Operations) and Vikrant V.(CTO) walk us through how their team has embedded 20 years of marketing expertise into a system tha…

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The Agentic Revolution Transforming Go-to-Market/Chandar Pattabhiram - Workato, AI Agents, Onlyness ~ Spark of Ages Ep 38 1:04:21

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Chandar Pattabhiram, marketing maestro and Chief Go-to-Market Officer at Workato, shares his expertise on the agentic economy and the revolutionary impact of AI on go-to-market strategies. • The rise of AI agents brings productivity without pause, enabling organizations to shift from reactive to proactive approaches • Current AI implementation rema…

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The Contrarian Thinker of Digital Entertainment/Marc Hustvedt - YouTube, Mr. Beast, Creators ~ Spark of Ages Ep 37 1:03:56

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Marc Hustvedt shares insights from helping to scale Mr. Beast to 350 million YouTube subscribers and building a global creator brand, revealing the unique combination of traits that separates extraordinary creators from everyone else. Check out Contrarian Thinking and Codie Sanchez to learn more about Marc's current work helping people buy and grow…

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Why the Smartest CIOs Are Becoming Business Strategists with Eric Johnson of PagerDuty 42:18

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Eric Johnson, CIO at PagerDuty, shares why today’s most impactful CIOs are evolving into strategic business leaders. He explains how AI is driving a fundamental shift in how IT organizations operate—moving from reactive support functions to proactive, value-creating business enablers. About the Guest: Eric Johnson is the Chief Information Officer a…

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Bootstrapping a Community Wildfire Response/Sandeep Parikh - Altadena, Crowdfund, EffinFunny ~ Spark of Ages Ep 36 1:25:20

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Sandeep Parikh shares his journey of resilience after being displaced by the LA wildfires, discussing how the disaster tested his strength as a father, husband, and creator while inspiring new approaches to filmmaking and community building. • Surviving the devastating LA wildfires that destroyed over 9,000 structures and left countless homes uninh…

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CIO Leadership in AI Security and Innovation with Siroui Mushegian of Barracuda 37:01

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Siroui Mushegian, CIO at Barracuda, shares how she’s building a smart, secure foundation for AI—-from setting up an AI council, to governing agents, and creating employee guidelines that protect innovation. She also shares how AI is transforming IT operations and unlocking new levels of productivity across the enterprise. About the Guest: Siroui Mu…

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The Playbook for Courageous Marketing/Udi Ledergor - Gong, Super Bowl Commercial, Magic ~ Spark of Ages Ep 35 53:23

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Udi Ledergor, Gong's Chief Evangelist and former CMO, reveals how courageous marketing strategies helped propel Gong from startup to multi-billion dollar company status while redefining the B2B marketing playbook. • Creating bold B2B marketing that stands out requires courage and rejecting "boring practices" that yield ordinary results • The "punch…

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AI-Driven Workplace Transformation with Saket Srivastava of Asana 31:25

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Saket Srivastava is the Chief Information Officer at work management platform Asana. Saket oversees Asana's IT organization, including optimizing technology systems and processes, connecting technology strategy to overarching business strategy, and ensuring that technology infrastructure supports organizational goals. Previously, Saket held executi…

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Modern Sales Skills For a Digital Buyer/Elay Cohen - SalesHood, Enteprise, Taylor Swift ~ Spark of Ages Ep 34 1:05:55

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Elay Cohen, CEO and co-founder of SalesHood, shares his journey from Salesforce to pioneering the sales enablement category through his AI-driven platform. • Built SalesHood to address the unmet need for scalable sales enablement solutions • Pioneered sales enablement at Salesforce, helping scale revenue from $300M to $3B • Created a direct connect…

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Network Like a Ninja (How to Grow Your Career)/Susan Hailey, Jean Kovacs, Shannon Lundgren - Jobs, Mentors, Old Boys Club ~ Spark of Ages Ep 33 53:02

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We share transformative insights on leveraging your network for career growth. Our guests Susan Hailey (CHRO @ Enable), Shannon Lundgren (Founder & CEO @Shannon's Circle) and Jean Kovacs ( share how to navigate personal branding effectively and develop meaningful connections that elevate your career potential. • Networking should focus on building …

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How Podcasting Leads to Growth/Simon Chou - Personal Branding, Community, Hot Sauce ~ Spark of Ages Ep 32 1:04:09

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Building a personal brand through podcasting can be a game changer for marketers looking to connect authentically with their audience. Simon Chou, host of @marketingonmars shares strategies for growing a podcast, engaging communities through unique events, and leveraging technology to streamline marketing efforts. • Insights on the current podcast …

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The Innovation Leap that's happening in India/Kumar Ganapathy ~ 3iPartners, Deep Tech, Impact - Spark of Ages Ep 31 57:42

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This episode with Kumar Ganapathy "dives" (yes we know AI loves this word) deep into the realm of deep tech in India, exploring impactful investment strategies and the entrepreneurial spirit necessary for success in this complex landscape. Listeners gain insights into the challenges faced by founders, the importance of resilience, and the unique op…

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How the US Air Force will use AI/Jason Hansberger, Tim Henderson - Great Power Competition, HAWs, Kill-Chain ~ Spark of Ages Ep 30 1:12:18

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This episode explores how technology, specifically AI, is reshaping military strategy and national defense. Colonel Jason Hansberger and Author/Entrepreneur Tim Henderson discuss the implications of AI in warfare, the ethical considerations surrounding autonomous weapons, and the U.S. military's strategic innovations. • Examining the significant U.…

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Episode 3: Kickstarting 2025 with Automation – A Deep Dive into Recent Insights 10:33

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🎙️ Welcome to Episode 3 of PSE Digital Deep Dive! As we step into 2025, we start with a special focus on two major initiatives: 🎄 The PSE Automation Advent Calendar – Throughout December, we introduced daily automation use cases that streamline business processes. This episode revisits some of the most impactful solutions we’ve built. 🌍 ESG & Autom…

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Devising Investment Strategy for AI/Ashish Aggarwal, Akash Agarwal, Viral Tolat - 2024 vs 2025, IPO Market, Fake Companies ~ Spark of Ages Ep 29 1:05:51

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The episode explores the investment landscape in both public and private markets, focusing on technological opportunities and insights for 2025. Key discussions include the importance of resilience against market volatility, the impact of AI on innovation, and an outlook on the IPO market. • Highlights of recent economic performance and predictions…

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GTM Predictions for 2025 and Beyond/Jon Miller, Abhi Ingle, Michael Ni ~ Spark of Ages Ep 28 59:08

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The episode centers on the evolution of marketing in an AI-dominated landscape, discussing whether traditional marketing roles are becoming irrelevant as organizations shift towards more integrated structures. Key topics include the importance of brand, human relationships, and the challenges of relying on outdated metrics as the industry heads tow…

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GTM = "Get The Money"/Bobby Napiltonia - Building a Marketplace, Distribution, Hershey ~ Spark of Ages Ep 27 1:03:26

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Welcome to another electrifying episode of the Spark of Ages podcast! Today, we sit down with the legendary Bobby Napoltonia, whose 36-year journey has forever shaped the tech landscape. From bringing sound to computers to democratizing the telecommunications industry, Bobby’s fingerprints are all over the tech we use daily. 🙌 Join Bobby and your h…

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The CIO Roadmap to Executive Leadership with Rich Horwath of Strategic Thinking Institute 52:21

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Rich Horwath, CEO of Strategic Thinking Institute and best-selling author, shares strategies that help CIOs to elevate their strategic thinking—providing a roadmap for transitioning from technical leaders to visionary business executives. Drawing from his advisory work with top-tier technology leaders, Horwoth breaks down the critical skills needed…

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Podcast Episode 2: A Deep Dive into Automation and Integration 14:24

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Welcome to Episode 2 of PSE Digital Deep Dive, where we expand on the topics featured in our recent LinkedIn posts. This episode showcases practical examples of how automation and integration can revolutionize business processes. 🎙️ What to Expect in This Episode 1️⃣ Bringme Virtual Reception Integration Discover how Automation Studio, powered by W…

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Creating Signal Not Noise/Melissa Rosenthal - The New PR, Driving In-Bound, Listicles ~ Spark of Ages Ep 26 1:01:16

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What if your company's marketing could transform into its own dynamic trade publication? Learn from Melissa Rosenthal, co-founder of Outlever, as she shares her innovative approach to modern marketing on the Spark of Ages podcast. With Melissa's deep insights, we challenge outdated marketing strategies and unveil how companies can thrive in an AI-d…

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Best Proactive Cybersecurity Strategies for CIOs with Carl Froggett of Deep Instinct 49:18

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Carl Froggett, CIO at Deep Instinct, breaks down the AI-driven disruptions reshaping the cybersecurity landscape. From navigating complex security architectures to busting big data myths, Carl offers strategic advice for CIOs and CISOs on staying one step ahead in a rapidly evolving tech world. About the Guest: Carl Froggett, CIO of Deep Instinct, …

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Deep Dive into Thierry Cools's LinkedIn Insights: Automation, Integration, and Business Transformation 11:26

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In this episode of PSE Digital Deep Dive, we take a closer look at the recent LinkedIn posts by Thierry Cools, founder of Platinum Services Europe (PSE), and delve into his innovative approaches to business automation and process integration. Thierry shares highlights from his posts, providing deeper insights into key topics, including: Seamless In…

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Secret Sauce of CMOs/Alice Crowder - Chicken Sandwich Wars, Segmentation, Hedonistic Index ~ Spark of Ages Ep 25 52:22

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Join Rajiv Parikh on the Spark of Ages podcast as he explores the secrets behind Krispy Krunchy Chicken's rise in the Chicken Sandwich Wars. With insights from Alice Crowder, the CMO who has transformed the brand's offerings into must-have menu items we'll learn about marketing innovation, and why KKC is a cut above the rest. Discover the secrets b…

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Engineering Leadership for Scale, Agility, and Momentum with Jason LaFollette of Yext 35:26

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Jason LaFollette, CTO at Yext, shares his product-driven approach to leading agile teams, maintaining tech debt, and using a “top-down, bottom-up” style to keep productivity and momentum high. About the Guest: Jason LaFollette is Yext's Chief of Technology. Jason joined the company in 2014 and built out the enterprise consulting side of the busines…

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The Business of Play/Brian Litvack - LeagueApps, Youth Sports, The Anxious Generation ~ Spark of Ages Ep 24 1:03:56

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Join Rajiv Parikh on the Spark of Ages podcast as he chats with LeagueApps co-founder Brian Litvack who shares how technology can uplift youth sports organizations. Discover how League Apps has evolved from its humble beginnings to becoming a crucial tool for over 3,000 sports organizations, offering solutions for everything from scheduling to comm…

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AI Business Strategy for CIOs with Naveen Zutshi of Databricks 36:23

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Naveen Zutshi, CIO at Databricks, shares his strategies for successful AI implementation. This must-listen episode is perfect for tech leaders wanting to learn how to craft an effective AI strategy, bridge gaps in tech teams, and drive innovation in your organization. About the Guest: Naveen Zutshi is the CIO at Databricks, previously CIO at Palo A…

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Making Better Food from the Plant Up/Tony Martens - Alternative Meat, Texas, Superfoods ~ Spark of Ages Ep 23 1:01:52

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Can the future of our food systems be saved by a humble aquatic plant? Join us as we sit down with Tony Martens, co-founder of Plantible Foods, who believes it can. Plantible's innovative plant protein, Ruby, derived from the sustainable Lemna plant, may hold the key to revolutionizing agriculture and food production. Tony shines a spotlight on the…

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Business-First IT in the AI Era with Cisco Sanchez of Qualcomm 39:19

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Cisco Sanchez, SVP and CIO at Qualcomm, shares his business-first philosophy to technology cultivated over 25 years of IT experience. Sanchez emphasizes the importance of IT professionals loving both technology and the business, creating roadmaps that align with business goals, and utilizing frameworks like Charlie Feld's approach. About the Guest:…

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Growing a Growth Marketing Firm with AI/Rajiv Parikh - Conversions, Great Souls, Belichick ~ Spark of Ages Ep 22 1:03:06

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On this episode of Spark of Ages, we sit down with Rajiv Parikh, CEO of Position Squared, to do a mid-year review to uncover the daily grind and the high-stakes decisions behind leading an AI-driven growth marketing powerhouse. Rajiv offers a treasure trove of insights into the transformative power of AI, revealing how his company has formed a robu…

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Mastering Silicon Valley Sales/Ankur Srivastava - Confidence, Curiosity, Cloud Marketplaces ~ Spark of Ages Ep 21 1:02:05

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Join us on the Spark of Ages podcast as we unlock the secrets behind Silicon Valley's sales success with our insightful guest, Ankur Srivastava. Ankur takes us through the transformative power of cloud computing and SaaS marketplaces, particularly Amazon Web Services (AWS), in fostering startup growth. Discover how AWS has enabled rapid innovation …

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Build a World Faster, Better, Cheaper/Banks Boutte - Kitbash3D, Gaming, Community Led Growth ~ Spark of Ages Ep 20 46:42

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Join us as we sit down with Banks Boutte, the visionary co-founder and co-CEO of KitBash3D, to uncover the secrets behind the booming gaming sector, now more influential than music, movies, and publishing combined. Banks offers an exclusive look into how 3D technology is revolutionizing various fields, from automotive to fashion, and breaks down th…

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Empowering Citizen Developers and Reshaping Business with AI with Carter Busse of Workato 40:05

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Carter Busse, CIO at Workato, explores how AI is reshaping business decisions and empowering citizen developers. With over 20 years of IT leadership experience, Carter shares real-world automation examples and advice on navigating point solution vendors, and also discusses orchestrating data across systems, democratizing automation, and future tren…

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Cracking the Code of Life/Ashwin Gopinath - Multiomics, Product Led Growth, Jonas Salk ~ Spark of Ages Ep 19 1:06:51

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Email us with any feedback for the show: [email protected] Find more great content like this at: https://www.position2.com/ If you like what you here, please drop us a comment! What if you could harness the power of AI to revolutionize drug safety? Join us as Dr. Ashwin Gopinath, MIT assistant professor and co-founder of Biostateai, shares his inc…

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Modernizing Legacy Systems with AI with Shelia Anderson of Aflac 36:44

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In this episode, Sheila Anderson, CIO at Aflac, discusses how the company is using AI to modernize while handling legacy systems. Sheila highlights key initiatives such as digital claims processing, establishing an AI center of excellence, and transforming internal operations. About the Guest: Shelia Anderson is an information technology executive …

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The Purpose of Wealth/Scott Saslow - Family Offices, Impact Investing, Greta Thunberg ~ Spark of Ages Ep18 1:01:48

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Email us with any feedback for the show: [email protected] Find more great content like this at: https://www.position2.com/ If you like what you here, please drop us a comment! Episode Description: Ever think about coming up with a world changing idea that brings you and your family untold amounts of wealth? But after that, what do you do? Once yo…

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Last Thing You Think About Until You Don't Have It/Brian Sheng - Aquaria, Mexico, Sacrifice ~ Spark of Ages Ep17 51:18

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Email us with any feedback for the show: [email protected] Find more great content like this at: https://www.position2.com/ If you like what you here, please drop us a comment! Episode Description: Can atmospheric water generators be the answer to the global water crisis? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Brian Sheng, CEO and co-founder o…

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If Data Is King, This Man Protects the Crown Jewels/Sanjay Poonen - Cohesity, RAG model, Servant ~ Spark of Ages Ep 16 58:44

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Email us with any feedback for the show: [email protected] Find more great content like this at: https://www.position2.com/ If you like what you here, please drop us a comment! Episode Description: Ever wondered how the titans of the tech industry navigate the intricacies of data management and transformative mergers? Strap in as I, Rajiv Parikh, …

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Milana Vayntrub is a Creative Force for Good -Art, Collaboration, Authenticity ~ Spark of Ages Ep 15 1:02:12

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Email us with any feedback for the show: [email protected] Episode Description: Have you ever wondered about the moral compass guiding the hands that craft the stories we love, or how humor can be a beacon through the fog of the creative process? Prepare to embark on an enchanting odyssey with the inimitably talented Milana Vayntrub. As an actor/d…

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How to Sell Nuclear Power to Save Humanity/Bret Kugelmass - Last Energy, Nuclear, Disagreeable ~ Spark of Ages Ep. 14 55:58

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Email us with any feedback for the show: [email protected] Find more great content like this at: https://www.position2.com/ Episode Description: Get ready to challenge everything you thought you knew about nuclear energy as we're joined by Bret Kugelmass, the mind behind Last Energy. This electrifying episode promises to ignite your curiosity and …

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What Got You Here, Won't Get You There/Abhi Ingle - Qualtrics, Data, Mumbai to Oberlin ~ Spark of Ages Ep. 13 50:07

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Have you ever witnessed a maestro at work, orchestrating innovation with the finesse of a seasoned conductor? Join us as we sit down with Abhi Ingle, a virtuoso of adaptability in the ever-evolving business landscape. From the startup hustle to the executive suites of AT&T, and now the pulse of Qualtrics, Abhi enlightens us on the symphony of maint…

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A Life Building & Investing in Intelligence/David Yakobovitch -AI Trends, Jobs, LGBTQ+ Advocate ~ Spark of Ages Ep. 12 1:00:36

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Email us with any feedback for the show: [email protected] Find more great content like this at: https://www.position2.com/ Mention us @Position2Inc in Comments! SUBSCRIBE TO POSTION2 FOR MORE EPISODES! Episode Description: Prepare to have your mind expanded by David Yakobovitch, a visionary in the realms of data and AI, as he joins me, Rajiv Pari…

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The Value of a Healthcare Evolution Architect/Jay Desai - Ann Arbor, Obamacare, Chickens ~ Spark of Ages Ep. 11 1:04:04

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Unlock the secrets of transforming healthcare with Jay Desai, the visionary CEO of Bamboo Health and Patient Ping co-founder, in our latest conversation. Embark on a narrative that transcends Jay's leap from policymaking to pioneering entrepreneurship. His insights into the Affordable Care Act's ripple effects reveal how legislation can catalyze in…

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The Hero's Journey in Business/Tae Hea Nahm - "Date" Wow, Unlearning Founders, Civilization~ Spark of Ages Ep. 10 1:11:57

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Unlock the secrets of empathetic growth strategies and become the architect of your business's success story as I, Rajiv Parikh, converse with Tae Hea Nahm from Storm Ventures. Prepare to shift your perspective on customer relationships and discover the power of positioning customers as the champions of their own narratives. Our journey together re…

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Menopause is the hottest space in Women’s Health/Joanna Stober - Estrogen, Journey, Work/Life ~ Spark of Ages Ep. 9 55:45

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When Joanna Strober speaks about the catalyst for her shift from venture capitalist to founder of Midi Health, you can't help but lean in. Her passion for addressing the neglected healthcare needs of midlife women courses through this episode, where we uncover the nuances of estrogen's impact on everything from anxiety to joint pain. The journey is…

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From Bulletin Boards to Bargain Hunting/Sumeet Jain - Liquidity, Buffalo, Buy Low ~ Spark of Ages Ep. 8 1:02:15

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Prepare to be enlightened as Sumeet Jain, a distinguished venture capitalist, joins me, Rajiv Parikh, to unravel the economic conundrum of a potential recession and inflation's intricate dance with wealth. You'll get a front-row seat to our analysis of the current job market's enigma, where a labor shortage coexists with whispers of economic downtu…

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Not Hitting the Nail on the Head is OK/Rishi Mallik - Workato, Experimentation, Taking Risks ~ Spark of Ages Ep. 7 51:57

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Learn about the process behind how a hyperscaled enterprise software company approaches Growth with Rishi Mallik, SVP of growth and marketing at Workato, as he shares his tech odyssey from pioneering at Quik to driving mobile video at Skype. This episode peels back the layers of enterprise automation and how Rishi's knack for distilling complex tec…

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Blocking & Tackling CEO Fundamentals/Rajiv Parikh - Goal-Setting, Vulnerability, Predictions ~ Spark of Ages Ep. 6 1:17:40

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For this kickoff to 2024 Episode, Sandeep Parikh takes over the hosting duties in a special "Ask My Brother Anything" edition of Spark of Ages. We tackle the art of goal setting and team dynamics with a personal twist you won't want to miss. Join us on a journey with Rajiv exploring how his leadership and transformation as a CEO over the years have…

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Building the New Growth Workforce with AI/Jim Kaskade - Use Cases, Playbooks, Transparency ~ Spark of Ages Ep. 5 1:10:55

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Ever thought about how Artificial Intelligence could transform the world of work and wealth? That's exactly what we're exploring with Jim Kaskade, CEO of Conversica, a trailblazer in the world of AI. With Jim's expert insights, we promise you a journey through the transformative power of AI, its potential to enhance human productivity, and create a…

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Releasing Your Inner Tiger…to Save Lives/Anne DeGheest - HealthTech, Fearless, Woman-led ~ Spark of Ages Ep. 4 58:00

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Email us with any feedback for the show: [email protected] Find more great content like this at: https://www.position2.com/ Find Anne's DeGheest's artwork at: adegheest.com Get ready to be inspired as we journey into the revolutionary world of HealthTech with our formidable guest, Anne DeGheest. A powerhouse executive, investor, and mentor, Anne's…