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Aug. 23, 2024

#378 Venture-Driven Growth: Danny Nathan on Innovating for the Future…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we sit down with Danny Nathan, the driving force behind Apollo 21, a company that operates at the intersection of innovation consultancy and product design. Danny shares his insig...

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Aug. 21, 2024

#377 A Fireside Chat with Ramesh Subramanian on AI, Transformation, a…

In this episode of “The CTO Show with Mehmet,” we are joined by Ramesh Subramanian, a seasoned transformational leader and CFO with over 25 years of experience in global multinationals and government entities. Ramesh shares h...

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Aug. 19, 2024

#376 The Power of Physical in a Digital World: Mark Stern’s Approach …

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we are joined by Mark Stern, founder of the Custom Box Agency, who shares his journey from a corporate career at Deloitte to entrepreneurship. Mark discusses the evolution of his …

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Aug. 16, 2024

#375 Why the Best Startups Don’t Start in Garages—Insights from André…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we are joined by André Laplume, a professor at the Toronto Metropolitan University, to discuss the fascinating world of spinout ventures. André shares his insights on why the narr...

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Aug. 14, 2024

#374 Can AI Predict the Future? Exploring Blockchain-Powered Possibil…

In this episode of “The CTO Show with Mehmet,” we dive deep into the world of AI and blockchain with our special guest, Jordan Miller. Jordan, the visionary behind the SatoriNet project, shares his ambitious journey to create...

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Aug. 12, 2024

#373 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Entrepreneurship: A Deep Dive wit…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we welcome Ricardo Jimenez, an entrepreneur, angel investor, and author of the book Crash Course . Ricardo shares his journey from being an entrepreneur to writing a book that del...

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Aug. 9, 2024

#372 Revolutionizing F&B Discovery in Dubai: Insights from Places’ CT…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we sit down with Walid Abou Ali, the CTO and Co-Founder of Places, a groundbreaking F&B discovery platform based in Dubai. Walid shares his unique journey from a 3D artist …

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Aug. 7, 2024

#371 Balancing CTO-CEO Relationships and Mastering Due Diligence: A T…

In this episode of “The CTO Show with Mehmet,” we dive into the intricate dynamics between CTOs and CEOs, exploring how these relationships can make or break a startup’s success. Our guest, Hutton Henry, founder of Beyond M&A...

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Aug. 5, 2024

#370 Redefining Learning: Juliette Denny on AI, Gamification, and the…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we are joined by Juliette Denny , a pioneer in the learning and development space and the driving force behind Growth Engineering and the newly launched Iridescent Technologies . ...

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Aug. 2, 2024

#369 Scaling SaaS with Google Ads: Strategies for Success with John H…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet , we are joined by John Horn, the CEO of StubGroup, a leading digital advertising agency. John shares his extensive experience in helping businesses navigate the complex world of di...

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July 31, 2024

#368 Entrepreneurial Selling and Magnetic Leadership: Lessons from An…

In this episode of “The CTO Show with Mehmet,” Mehmet Gonullu is joined by Andrew Sykes, a lifelong entrepreneur, professor at the Kellogg Sales Institute, and lead facilitator at Serene Life. Andrew shares his journey from S...

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July 29, 2024

#367 From Data Chaos to AI Success: Ben Bohman’s Guide for Businesses

In this episode of “The CTO Show with Mehmet,” we are joined by Benjamin Bohman, CTO and founder of Stratashield AI. With a rich background in technology spanning 25 years, Ben shares his unique journey from starting as an IT...

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July 26, 2024

#366 From Dubai to the World: Rodolph Khlat on AI-Powered Software De…

In this episode of “The CTO Show with Mehmet,” our host, Mehmet, welcomes Rodolph Khlat, the co-founder of Smartr AI, a Dubai-based software development automation engine. Rodolph shares his fascinating journey from a young e...

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July 24, 2024

#365 Driving Innovation and Growth in MENA Startups: Insights from Sh…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we are joined by Shehab Beram, the founder of VisionX, the first personal branding studio for product leaders. Shehab shares his extensive journey from Malaysia to Istanbul, discu...

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July 22, 2024

#364 Chief Innovation Officer Eoghan O’Donnell on Transforming Indust…

n this episode of “The CTO Show with Mehmet,” we are joined by Eoghan O’Donnell, the Chief Innovation Officer at Innovecs. Eoghan takes us through his extensive journey in the tech industry, starting from his early days in Ir...

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July 19, 2024

#363 Maintaining the North Star from a CTO Perspective: Francis Lacos…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we have a thought-provoking conversation with Francis Lacoste, an executive coach specializing in CTOs and VPs of engineering. Francis shares his journey from being a software engi...

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July 17, 2024

#362 Transforming Healthcare: The Intersection of AI, Blockchain, and…

In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we have the pleasure of speaking with Jean-Philippe Diel, the founder of SymbionIQ, who joins us from New Zealand. Jean-Philippe shares his fascinating journey from his early days ...

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July 15, 2024

#361 From Hacking to Protecting: Vivek Ramachandran Discusses AI and …

In this episode of “The CTO Show with Mehmet,” Mehmet is joined by Vivek Ramachandran, the CEO and founder of SquareX, for an in-depth discussion on cybersecurity, AI, and browser security. Vivek, a veteran in the cybersecuri...

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July 12, 2024

#360 Bridging AI Development and Operations: Brad Micklea MLOps and E…

In this episode of “The CTO Show with Mehmet,” we are joined by Brad Micklea, the CEO of Jozu. Brad shares his extensive experience in the tech industry, detailing his journey from leading the Amazon API Gateway to founding J...

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July 10, 2024

#359 AI, Economics, and Value: Dr. Michael Proksch’s Unique Perspecti…

In this episode of “The CTO Show with Mehmet,” we are joined by Dr. Michael Proksch, Chief Scientist at AccelerEd, who shares his extensive journey from academia to the industry, focusing on AI and value creation. Dr. Proksch...

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July 8, 2024

#358 AI Meets Workforce Training: Luis Garcia’s Approach to Education…

In this episode of “The CTO Show with Mehmet,” Mehmet welcomes Luis Garcia, co-founder and president of PETE. PETE, which stands for Personalized Education, Training, and Enrichment, provides AI-powered learning tools for wor...

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July 5, 2024

#357 The Psychology of Scaling Startups: A Deep Dive with Isar Bhatta…

In this episode of the CTO Show with Mehmet, we are joined by Isar Bhattacharjee, an expert in people and organizational psychology. Isar discusses his journey and why he chose to focus on startups, especially those in rapid ...

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July 3, 2024

#356 Building a Better Future: Jafar Shunnar’s Mission to Support MEN…

In this episode of the CTO Show with Mehmet, we are joined by Jafar Shunnar, co-founder of TAP, a groundbreaking career acceleration platform based in Palestine. Jafar delves into his inspiring journey and the mission of TAP ...

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July 1, 2024

#355 Effective Leadership in Tech Startups: Empowering Teams and Driv…

In this episode of “The CTO Show with Mehmet,” we are joined by Arnaud Lucas, the CTO of Wanderu, a small startup focused on e-commerce solutions for ground transportation in North America. Arnaud, originally from France, sha...

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