Open Source CXO: The Tech Leader's Podcast

Sep 25 2024 24 ep. 29 mins 2

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A video podcast designed to enlighten and empower technology leaders across industries. With every episode, we delve into the complexities of tech trends, software development, and digital strategy, offering fresh perspectives and actionable insights to navigate the ever-evolving digital landscape.

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Ep. 023: From Data Centers to Decision-Making — Tech Governance in Higher Education | w/ Special Guest Adam Caylor of Ottawa University

Sep 25 2024 24 mins

In this episode of the Open Source CXO podcast, we sit down with Adam Caylor, the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Ottawa University. Adam shares insights into the unique challenges and strategies involved in leading IT for a nonprofit educational institution. With over eight years at Ottawa University, Adam has overseen significant projects like the establishment of multiple camp

Ep. 022: The School of Hard Knocks — From Cubicle to Code Master | w/ Special Guest Alexander Savenok of Rig Technologies

Aug 21 2024 26 mins

In this episode of Open Source CXO, Alex Savenok, CEO and CTO of Rig, joins the conversation to discuss his evolution from an intern at HSBC to leading innovative tech startups. Alex dives deep into his journey, highlighting the challenges and rewards of building and scaling a tech company. He shares his experiences with Vertigo, a social music platform, where he navigated the comp

Ep. 021: The Serious Side of SaaS Start Ups | w/ Special Guest Alex Savenok of Rig Technologies

Aug 14 2024 38 mins

Join Alex Savenok, CEO and CTO of Rig, on this week’s episode of Open Source CXO. Dive into the world of SaaS innovation as Alex shares his journey from being a tech leader to spearheading a startup focused on solving inefficiencies in the trucking industry. Rig offers a unique marketplace solution for emergency breakdowns in the trucking space, connecting truck drivers with skil

Ep. 020: The Data-Backed Benefits of In-Person Development Teams | w/ Special Guest Geoff Vandegrift of Ad Astra

Jul 17 2024 20 mins

Ad Astra’s very own Geoff Vandegrift is back for our 20th episode of Open Source CXO. Geoff shares his journey from being a developer to leading Ad Astra’s technology initiatives and then shifts gears to stir the “WFH” pot. He dives into the evolving dynamics of work environments, emphasizing the data-backed benefits and challenges of working from home versus in-office coll

Ep. 019: What the Holacracy? The Basics & Benefits of Flat Organizations in Development | w/ Special Guest Geoff Vandegrift of Ad Astra

Jul 10 2024 28 mins

Episode Summary:Join Geoff Vandegrift, Chief Technology Officer at Ad Astra, on this week's episode of Open Source CXO. We’re examining the evolving landscape of technology leadership as Geoff shares his journey and experiences from different companies, culminating in his current role at Ad Astra. With Ad Astra's mission being ‘to graduate more students faster,’ Geoff and his

Ep. 018: Metrics That Matter - Data Points for Technology Leaders | w/ Special Guest Sebastian Kline of Nelnet Community Engagement

Jun 05 2024 34 mins

Cbass is back for another episode of Open Source CXO, but this time we’re digging into data points and metrics that matter! Sebastian shares his experiences and strategies for effective team management as he follows a very objective, data-based approach. From his journey at Aware3 to his current role at Nelnet, Sebastian provides a deep dive into the metrics that matter, such as

Ep. 017: Bringing It Back to the ‘Why’ of Your Business | w/ Special Guest Sebastian Kline of Nelnet Community Engagement

May 29 2024 36 mins

Join Sebastian Kline, Vice President of Engineering at Nelnet, on this week's episode of Open Source CXO, hosted by Robert Kehoe and Don Blackburn. Explore the dynamic landscape of engineering leadership as Sebastian shares insights from his journey from Aware3 to Nelnet, beginning from a small startup to integration with a larger corporation.Sebastian breaks down the evolution of

Ep. 016: Analyzing AI for the Enterprise — Current & Future States Pt. 2 | w/ Special Guest John Keddy of Lazarus AI

May 08 2024 23 mins

The AI conversations just weren’t ready to end! John Keddy from LazarusAI is back for another exciting episode of Open Source CXO. This week’s episode provides a deeper look at how foundational AI technologies are crafted and the pivotal role they play in shaping business practices.John dives into the operational aspects of Lazarus AI, discussing how they utilize advanced AI mo

Ep. 015: Analyzing AI for the Enterprise — Current & Future States Pt. 1 | w/ Special Guest John Keddy of Lazarus AI

May 01 2024 23 mins

Join John Keddy from Lazarus AI on this week's episode of Open Source CXO. Dive into the innovative world of AI technologies as John discusses Lazarus AI's role in developing foundational AI systems, including large and small language models, and their applications in heavily regulated industries like insurance.John provides a detailed look into the everyday applications of AI at L

Ep. 014: Digitizing the Paper Trail of Healthcare Inventory Management | w/ Special Guest Welsh Harris of Ascendco Health

Apr 17 2024 33 mins

Join Welsh Harris, Co-Founder and CTO of Ascendco Health, on this week’s episode of Open Source CXO with hosts Rob and Don to get an insider's view of the software and technological frameworks revolutionizing the healthcare and surgery sectors across the nation. Discover how Ascendco uses cutting-edge tools like Domo for business intelligence and integrates strategically with maj