Tech Collector Podcast
Welcome to the Tech Collector Podcast, your front-row seat to the minds shaping tomorrow! Join us as we dive deep into conversations with the masterminds of technology—the leaders, developers, and visionaries tirelessly forging our future. Discover the personal journeys of these innovators, learn about the present tech happenings at their companies, and get an exclusive glimpse into the groundbreaking advancements they’re spearheading. Learn about the products, features, companies, processes, and people that have built the past and continue to blaze the trail into tech’s frontier. Subscribe now and be part of the conversation shaping our future!
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Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
Yenn Lei, CTO of Frate, shares his background and experiences in various industries, including streaming, healthcare, and logistics. He discusses the pivots and challenges faced by companies like VidAngel and Cortex. Yenn also talks about his love for Python and the future of the language. He highlights the mission of Frate in solving inefficiencies in reverse logistics and explains their unique approach to returns. He teaches the importance of adaptability and communication in scaling within an organization.
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Monday Jun 03, 2024
Monday Jun 03, 2024
Kyle McNulty, a cybersecurity expert and podcast host, shares his journey into the field of technology and cybersecurity. He discusses his early experiences with different engineering disciplines and how he ultimately found his passion in cybersecurity. From SafeBase to KPMG this is a ride you won't wanna miss!
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Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Join us as we talk to Joe Turner, co-founder and CTO of some amazing tech companies, including Mobly and TaskEasy. I know you will love hearing about the early days of tech at the University of Utah, to building some of the most well known tech around. He is just getting started!
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Timestamps
00:00 Introduction and Early Interest in Technology
01:31 First Technology Job
03:19 Education at the University of Utah
07:41 Choosing Industry over Education
09:34 Career at Raytheon and TaskEasy
12:52 Founding MarketDial and Retirement
21:00 Involvement with Other Companies
23:50 Joining Mobly and the Importance of Sales Tech
28:01 Staying Close to Technology as a CTO
32:12 Traits for Making the Journey as a CTO
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Join us as we explore the blockchain with Nicki Sanders, CTO of Realio. Nicki shares her journey from starting in QA to working in the financial industry and discovering blockchain. She discusses her experiences at TZero, TaxBit, Nerd United, and her current role at Realio. Nicki also highlights the importance of a strong network and continuous learning in the tech industry. This conversation includes a discussion on the future of blockchain and AI integration.
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Timestamps
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:09 Starting in QA and the Value of Quality
02:11 Working in the Financial Industry and Discovering Blockchain
03:25 Transitioning to Blockchain
05:47 Joining TZero and the Mission of Securities Trading on the Blockchain
08:34 Joining TaxBit and the Journey to a Billion Dollar Valuation
09:30 Working at Nerd United and the Importance of a Strong Network
14:22 Joining Realio and the Future of Real-World Asset Tokenization
23:32 The Utah Blockchain Coalition and Advocating for Blockchain Technology
28:17 The Exciting Future of Blockchain and AI Integration
35:16 Career Advice: Building a Strong Network and Never Stop Learning
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Skyler Hare, the CTO of Droplet, shares his journey into the world of technology and entrepreneurship. He discusses his late start in technology and how he discovered his passion for coding. Skyler also talks about his early career experiences, including working at startups and established tech companies. He shares insights from his time at Auth0 and how it prepared him for starting his own company. Skyler then dives into the story of Droplet, from the initial idea to building the product in his garage. An incredible story that every technologist should hear!
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Timestamps
00:00 Discovering a Passion for Technology
03:19 Early Career Experiences
08:38 Gaining a Well-Rounded View of Business
12:08 Transitioning to Droplet
18:06 Insights from Auth0
25:05 Identifying the Problem and Starting Droplet
31:04 Building Droplet in a Garage
40:20 Choosing the Tech Stack
45:04 The Future of Droplet
50:23 Building a Lean Team
55:35 Summary and Conclusion
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Nick Lloyd shares his journey from the military to a career in technology. He discusses his experience in the army and how it shaped his leadership skills. Nick also talks about his transition to the tech industry, including getting his first tech job and joining startups like Galileo and Route. He emphasizes the importance of evaluating startups and understanding equity. Nick shares his experience as an engineering leader and the value of mentorship and honest feedback. Great convo with a great leader!
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Timestamps
00:00 Introduction and Military Background
04:38 Transitioning to a Tech Career
06:33 Getting the First Tech Job
13:52 Joining Galileo
19:22 Experience at Blitzpay
24:38 Introduction to Route
28:17 Evaluating a Startup
34:18 Transitioning to Leadership
44:21 Transitioning from Programming to Leadership
45:15 Challenges of Engineering Leadership
46:10 Closing Remarks
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Gary Ekker, Vice President of Engineering at Delicious AI is one of the hardest working people you will ever meet. Gary shares his journey in the tech industry, starting from his early interest in technology and programming on a Commodore Vic 20. He worked at Novell for 11 years before transitioning to Fusion IO, which was later acquired by Sandisk. Gary then worked at StorageCraft Technology before joining Delicious AI. He emphasizes the importance of in-person collaboration and the benefits of having a diverse team. Gary also discusses the future plans for Delicious AI, including expanding their product and growing their customer base.
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Timestamps
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:00 Early Interest in Technology
03:00 Working at Novell
05:59 Transition to Fusion IO
09:10 Working at StorageCraft Technology
12:31 Return to Fusion IO and Acquisition by Sandisk
15:45 Joining Delicious AI
18:41 Importance of In-Person Collaboration
20:51 Remote Work and Global Teams
23:15 Future Plans for Delicious AI
24:39 Closing Remarks
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Join us as we talk to Paul Draper, CTO of Redo. We discuss Paul's interest in flying, his journey in the technology industry, and his experiences at Lucid, Rivet, and Re:do. Paul shares insights into the growth and vision of Redo, as well as the exciting possibilities of AI in the future. He also provides valuable advice for individuals starting their careers and emphasizes the importance of working with the best teams.
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Timestamps
00:00 Introduction and Flying
02:20 Interest in Technology
03:32 Early Projects and Lucid
05:05 Joining Rivet
08:15 Starting Redo
13:19 Redo and the Future
17:35 Advice for Career Growth
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Gwen Iarussi shares her journey in the technology industry, from her early experiences with programming to her leadership roles in testing and quality assurance. She discusses her time at Western Governors University, Pearson, Waterford, and Zions Bank, highlighting the challenges and successes she encountered in each role.
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Timestamps
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:41 Joining Western Governors and Building the Testing Team
07:12 Transition to Pearson and EdTech
10:06 Taking on IT Operations at Waterford
11:03 Managing Global Teams and Work-Life Balance
13:48 Transition to Management and Building Quality Teams
15:37 Transition to Zions Bank and Digital Transformation
17:54 Starting Athena IQ and Consulting
20:31 The Future of Testing and Embracing New Technologies
30:21 Advice for Testers and Building Technical Skills
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Join us as we talk to Austin Ulfers and Kyle Kusche, two tech leaders with experience at established companies and startups. From Microsoft and MossAdams to their exciting start-up, RoundNet, these are two tech leaders to watch.
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Timestamps
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:33 Getting Into Technology
04:28 First Jobs and Experiences
06:48 Becoming Entrepreneurs
09:52 Application Process to Microsoft
10:47 Working at Microsoft
12:23 Working at Moss Adams
15:13 Creating Roundnet
18:56 Balancing Startup and Full-Time Jobs
21:22 Goals for Roundnet
24:38 Future Plans and Profitability
25:18 Conclusion