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Oct. 18, 2024

#402 Transforming Financial Services with AI and Cloud: Alina Timofee…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we sit down with Alina Timofeeva, an expert in digital transformation, cloud technology, and financial services. Alina has a wealth of experience working with global institutions ...

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Oct. 16, 2024

#401 Inside the Investor’s Mind: Adrian Mendoza’s Journey from CTO to…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we’re joined by Adrian Mendoza, General Partner and co-founder of Mendoza Ventures. Based in Boston, Adrian has carved a unique path from being a tech founder and CTO to a …

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Oct. 14, 2024

#400 Exploring the Future of Digital Health: AI, Wearables, and Empat…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we dive into the transformative world of digital health with RJ Kedziora, Co-Founder, CEO, and CTO of Estenda Solutions. RJ joins us to discuss how AI, wearable technology, and an...

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Oct. 11, 2024

#399 Unlocking Employee Loyalty: Kirill Morozov on the Power of Motiv…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we dive into the vital topic of employee motivation and loyalty, specifically within the MENA region, with Kirill Morozov, CEO of TEAL HR. Kirill joins us to discuss his journey …

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Oct. 9, 2024

#398 Building Value in Big Data: Tommy Ogden’s Take on Analytics, Fra…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we sit down with Tommy Ogden, Director at Activera Consulting, to explore the intersection of analytics, frameworks, and AI in driving value within the big data landscape. Tommy, ...

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Oct. 7, 2024

#397 Creating a Winning SaaS Strategy: Nick Jain on Retention, Growth…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we welcome Nick Jain, CEO of IdeaScale, a leading B2B SaaS platform focused on innovation management. Nick shares his journey from Wall Street to the world of SaaS and innovation,...

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Oct. 4, 2024

#396 The Intersection of AI, Security, and UX: Hubert Behaghel’s Insi…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we sit down with Hubert Behaghel, CTO of Veriff, to discuss the critical intersection of AI, security, and user experience in the digital age. As the internet continues to evolve,...

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Oct. 2, 2024

#395 The Role of Data in AI Innovation: Erik Salo’s Take on HPC and S…

In this insightful episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we are joined by Erik Salo, Vice President of Marketing and Product Management at Vdura, to dive deep into the critical role that data plays in AI innovation. Erik …

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Sept. 30, 2024

#394 Demystifying Startup Fundraising: Gagan Singh on Private Markets…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , host Mehmet Gonullu sits down with Gagan Singh, Founder and CEO of WOWS Global, to discuss the intricacies of startup fundraising, navigating private markets, and the increasing i...

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Sept. 27, 2024

#393 Gen AI and Technical Due Diligence: Matt Van Itallie on Navigati…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , Mehmet welcomes Matt Van Itallie, founder and CEO of SEMA, to explore the evolving world of technical due diligence, particularly in the context of generative AI in coding and sof...

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Sept. 25, 2024

#392 Purpose-Driven Entrepreneurship: How Elona Lopari Aligns Vision,…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we dive deep into the world of purpose-driven entrepreneurship with Elona Lopari, a seasoned entrepreneur and leadership coach who helps companies align purpose with profit. Elona...

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Sept. 23, 2024

#391 Building Confidence in Crypto: Peter Curk on Regulation, Strateg…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we sit down with Peter Curk, the CEO and CPO of Iconomi, a leading crypto portfolio management platform. Peter shares his journey from a non-technical background in industries lik...

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Sept. 20, 2024

#390 Fintech Meets Affiliate Marketing: Nicky Senyard’s Insights on I…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , Mehmet is joined by Nicky Senyard, Founder and CEO of Fintel Connect, a leader in affiliate marketing for financial services. Nicky shares her journey of over 24 years in affiliat...

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Sept. 18, 2024

#389 AI and IoT for a Greener Future: Colm Nee’s Vision for Smart Bui…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we are joined by Colm Nee, CTO of Enlighted, a Siemens company focused on IoT and sustainability. Colm shares his journey and expertise in using AI and IoT to create …

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Sept. 16, 2024

#388 Mastering Endpoint Management & Identity: Insights from IT Veter…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we are joined by IT veteran David Boscia, who brings over 32 years of experience in the IT domain, including leadership roles at NCR Corporation. David shares his journey managing...

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Sept. 13, 2024

#387 Igniting Entrepreneurial Passion: Lessons from Mohammad Bahareth…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we have the pleasure of hosting Mohammad Bahareth, an award-winning business consultant and entrepreneur from Saudi Arabia. Mohammad shares his personal journey, including his cha...

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Sept. 11, 2024

#386 Empathy, Grace, and Leadership in Cybersecurity: A Conversation …

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we are joined by Tammy Klotz, a cybersecurity veteran and CISO with over 30 years of experience in IT and cybersecurity. Tammy shares her journey, starting in infrastructure roles...

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Sept. 9, 2024

#385 The Future of E-Commerce: AI, Amazon DSP, and Scaling with Dan B…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we dive deep into the future of e-commerce with Dan Brownsher, CEO of Channel Key. Dan brings over a decade of experience in building and scaling e-commerce businesses, particular...

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Sept. 6, 2024

#384 Mastering Remote Tech Leadership: Glyn Roberts on Managing Globa…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we are joined by Glyn Roberts, CTO of Digital Solutions at Vention , a leading custom software development services company. With over 20 years of experience in the tech industry,...

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Sept. 4, 2024

#383 Building the Operating System for AI: Rob Futrick on Anaconda’s …

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we are joined by Rob Futrick, the CTO of Anaconda, for an in-depth discussion on how Anaconda is positioning itself at the forefront of the AI revolution. Rob shares his …

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Sept. 2, 2024

#382 Speaking Up in Tech: Geoffrey Huck’s Journey from Introvert to I…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we have the pleasure of speaking with Geoffrey Huck, a former tech professional turned public speaking coach. Geoffrey shares his incredible journey from being a self-described in...

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Aug. 30, 2024

#381 Combatting Digital Identity Threats: Insights from NameTag’s CEO…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we’re joined by Aaron Painter, CEO and Founder of NameTag. Aaron shares his journey from working at Microsoft for 14 years to founding NameTag, a company dedicated to securing dig...

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Aug. 28, 2024

#380 Halftime to AGI: Stefan Fehr on the Future of AI in Content and …

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we dive deep into the transformative world of AI with Stefan Fehr, an entrepreneur who has been at the forefront of leveraging AI for content creation. Stefan shares his journey, …

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Aug. 26, 2024

#379 Emerging Market Fintech: Nader Abdelrazik’s Insights on Growth, …

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we are joined by Nader Abdelrazik, the CEO and co-founder of MoneyHash, a pioneering payment orchestration platform in the emerging markets. Nader shares his journey from academia...

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