Innovation Heroes

Feb 27 2025 72 ep. 28 mins 1k

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Meet the heroes solving what’s next. Innovation Heroes, a podcast by SHI, explores the people and businesses leading the charge in our constantly disrupted world. Hosted by Ed McNamara, you’ll get in-depth conversations with C-Level executives, visionary startup founders, and industry thought leaders.

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35 years of SHI: From startup to global IT leader

Feb 27 2025 23 mins

What if the company you worked for went bankrupt overnight—only for a bold new leader to step in and turn it into a multi-billion-dollar powerhouse? That’s exactly what happened to SHI’s first employee, Melissa Graham. In this special episode of Innovation Heroes, we’re celebrating the 35th anniversary of SHI. Melissa, the company's very first employee, shares stories abo

DeepSeek: An AI triumph? Or a dicey security risk?

Feb 13 2025 30 mins

Last month, no one had heard of DeepSeek. But then it racked up a stunning 16 million downloads in just 18 days — nearly double ChatGPT’s initial adoption. The China-based AI model has certainly captured the attention of both investors and technologists. But while some see it as the future of AI, others are raising red flags over its origins and potential security risks.

Finding the competitive edge: how data and AI elevate your game

Jan 30 2025 23 mins

How are data and AI revolutionizing teams—whether on the field or in the boardroom? In this episode of Innovation Heroes, Casey Murphy, goalkeeper for the North Carolina Courage and the U.S. Women’s National Team, and Founder and Director of Operations of AP2T, Mike Olim, dive into the cutting-edge tech reshaping elite sports. From wearables to AI-driven insights, discover ho

On-device AI: Revolutionizing efficiency, security, and personalization

Jan 17 2025 26 mins

What if the future of AI didn’t live in the cloud, but right in the palm of your hand? In this episode of Innovation Heroes, host Ed McNamara uncovers the revolution of on-device AI with Qualcomm's Mike Belcher, Director of North American Commercial Channels. Discover how this cutting-edge technology is reshaping industries, slashing costs, helping the environment and redefinin

Happy Holidays from Innovation Heroes

It's been an incredible year of captivating stories and thought provoking discussions. We're taking a short break over the holidays to recharge, plan, and gear up for even more exciting episodes in the new year. So mark your calendar, stay subscribed, and keep an ear out for our return. Until then, take care, enjoy the holiday season, and thank you for making this year truly unforg

Elizabeth Bieniek’s unexpected journey building Webex Hologram

Dec 05 2024 26 mins

It’s good to identify a problem. But’s it’s even better to find a solution. We speak with Elizabeth Bieniek, an innovation consultant and a former Cisco strategist who spearheaded the creation of Webex Hologram – the first real-time, photorealistic holographic tool to transform business collaboration. Elizabeth shares her journey from a strategic partnerships role to lead

AI: Enhancing employee satisfaction at work

Nov 21 2024 24 mins

AI is stealing jobs. But that’s not the whole story. In this episode of Innovation Heroes, we explore the often-overlooked benefits of AI in the workplace. While AI is automating tasks and changing job roles, it's also empowering employees, boosting creativity, learning, and unlocking their untapped potential. We speak with Geoff Wright, Global Solutions Owner at Mondelēz Int

XDR; the brain of the cyber security nervous system

Nov 07 2024 29 mins

When bad actors get more sophisticated, cybersecurity professionals only have one choice: Innovation. In this episode of Innovation Heroes, we explore the rapidly changing cybersecurity landscape with Brianna Farro, Cisco's Security Director of XDR Product Management. Briana explains why traditional siloed security approaches are insufficient in today's complex threat environment

Smart cities in action: How Cary, NC is pioneering municipal innovation

Oct 24 2024 44 mins

What happens when a small town in North Carolina embraces cutting-edge technology to become a leader in smart city innovation? In this episode, host Ed McNamara is joined by SHI’s Senior Vice President of Public Sector Sales, Denise Collison, and special guest Dan Ault, Assistant Town Manager and Chief Innovation Officer for Cary, North Carolina. Together, they dive into the cha

The AI breakthrough in breast cancer detection

Oct 10 2024 35 mins

What if the key to detecting cancer earlier—and saving thousands of lives—lies in AI? Host Ed McNamara explores how Kheiron Medical is making that a reality. Joined by Peter Kecskemethy, CEO and co-founder, and Sarah Kerruish, Chief Strategy Officer, they delve into the groundbreaking technology behind Mia® – Kheiron’s AI-powered tool that is revolutionizing breast cancer