Hi my name is TC, and I’m honored to be hosting the CTO Confessions podcast brought to you by IT Labs. In our podcast we tackle the subject of leadership, how t...
Episode 172: Bridging the Gap Between Practical Engineering and Academia with Guy Yachdav
The tech sector can be highly specialized, especially for leaders in biotechnology. In this episode of CTO Confessions, host TC Gill chats with Guy Yachdav, Senior Director at Immunai. Tune in for insights into his leadership journey.
Key takeaways from the podcast are:
- Academia and tech intersect in exciting ways, like using machine learning to predict the unpredictable.
- Leadership in both fields means helping individuals transition, fostering self-leadership, and easing onboarding.
- Rapid tech changes demand easy-to-adopt tools and opportunities for hands-on learning.
Our Guest: Guy Yachdav
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gyachdav/
Intro and background music: Craig MacArthur - Power Shutoff (www.youtube.com/watch?v=x74iB_jtauw)
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Episode 171: Servant Tech Leadership in the Realm of Collectors with Dan Van Tran
In this episode of CTO Confessions, Dan Van Tran shares how AI and tech power the authentication of collectibles, from cards to video games. We explore AI-driven pricing, scaling tech teams, and servant leadership in a unique industry.
Key takeaways:
- AI’s role in authenticating and valuing collectibles
- Why emotions matter in price estimation
- The challenges of scaling and leading with transparency
Our Guest: Dan Van Tran
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dantran/
Website: https://www.collectors.com/
Intro and background music: Craig MacArthur - Power Shutoff (www.youtube.com/watch?v=x74iB_jtauw)
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Episode 170: The Intersection of Emotion and Technology with Armen Berjikly
In this episode, we explore how emotions and technology work together to support employee growth. Tune in for a thoughtful discussion on what happens when technology meets emotions within the context of an organization.
Key takeaways from the podcast are:
- Aligning executive vision with employee execution fosters a unified direction.
- Unstructured company survey language reveals emotions and intent, now decipherable with technology.
- Encouraging risk-taking empowers employees to experiment and grow.
- Balancing uniqueness with shared experiences enhances relevance and appeal.
Our Guest: Armen Berjikly
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/armenb/
Website: https://www.betterup.com/
Intro and background music: Craig MacArthur - Power Shutoff (www.youtube.com/watch?v=x74iB_jtauw)
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Episode 169: Designing Culture with Data at the Core with Matt Culver & Nomaan Ahmed
In this episode of CTO Confessions, TC Gill talks with engineering leaders Matt Culver & Nomaan Ahmed from Super.com about how data-driven decision-making shapes both engineering and company culture. They explore the role of data in leadership, team dynamics, and fostering a strong workplace culture.
Key Takeaways:
- Measuring the right things, even intangibles like happiness, helps build a strong organizational foundation.
- Leaders must listen, adapt, and embrace feedback to avoid blind spots and poor decisions.
– Hiring for cultural alignment and fostering organic team connections strengthens the workplace.
Success depends on a team-driven mindset, the ability to pivot, and a shared vision.
Our Guests: Matt Culver & Nomaan Ahmed
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattculver/ & https://www.linkedin.com/in/nomaanahmed/
Website: https://www.super.com/
Intro and background music: Craig MacArthur - Power Shutoff (www.youtube.com/watch?v=x74iB_jtauw)
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Episode 168: What Makes a Great Tech Leader with Savas Karas
What makes a great tech leader? Savas Karas, CTO of CAPREIT, believes it starts with kindness, support, and open feedback loops. In this episode of CTO Confessions, he shares how fostering a strong culture helps teams stay motivated, aligned, and unafraid of challenges.
Key takeaways from the podcast are:
- A shared vision keeps teams focused on meaningful goals.
- Honest feedback leads to better decisions and stronger teams.
- Embracing failure encourages innovation and growth.
- Kindness builds trust, the foundation of great leadership.
Our Guest: Savas Karas
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/savaskaras/
Website: https://www.capreit.com/
Intro and background music: Craig MacArthur - Power Shutoff (www.youtube.com/watch?v=x74iB_jtauw)
Hi my name is TC, and I’m honored to be hosting the CTO Confessions podcast brought to you by IT Labs. In our podcast we tackle the subject of leadership, how to deal with hard issues facing your business and we try to get closer to the world of those fantastic women and men that hold it all together with different priorities that rarely get appreciated.
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