Joel Beasley | Modern CTO

Chris Hewish, Chief Strategy & Communications Officer at Xsolla, shares a pivotal leadership lesson from his time at DreamWorks Animation: "Jeffrey Katzenberg announced shutting down an expensive initiative and said, 'I don't view this as a failure. We want a culture where people are rewarded for taking risks and trying new things.'" This insight captures what many organizations miss: Most innovations fail, but without risk-taking, breakthrough success is impossible. The conversation also explores: 🎮 Gaming skills translating to leadership 💰 Evolution of game monetization models 🛹 Behind-the-scenes of Tony Hawk Pro Skater 📚 Direct-to-player business models How is your organization celebrating failure? Has a failure ever led to your biggest breakthrough? #Leadership #Gaming #Innovation #FailureIsLearning #XsollaInsights Listen to the full episode: https://lnkd.in/ekPM2mSi

🌐 🚂 Preventing Disasters & Paving the Future of Computing with Roland Groeneveld & Said Ouissal We recently hosted Roland Groeneveld (Executive Chair at OnLogic) and Said Ouissal (CEO & Founder of ZEDEDA) to discuss edge computing and its transformative applications. Key takeaways: 🚂 Smart edge technology preventing train disasters like East Palestine through real-time monitoring of mechanical defects ☕ Security concerns growing as everyday devices (even coffee makers) have web servers, creating new vulnerabilities 🔥 Servers tested at 40G earthquake force when the highest recorded is only 9.5G - and still functioning after falling to the ground! 🗣️ Leadership insight: repeat important messages 7 times for them to stick - a lesson reinforced by parenting 🌐 The strategic partnership between OnLogic's hardware and ZEDEDA's software is creating powerful edge computing solutions across multiple industries. Together, they're paving the future of computing, from transforming data processing to even preventing disasters. Check out the full episode here! https://lnkd.in/eHMCbPdJ #EdgeComputing #TechInnovation #Leadership #DisasterPrevention #OnLogic #ZEDEDA

🚀 Just released: Conversation with Artem Fishman, Chief Product & Technology Officer at Dow Jones! As someone leading tech at a 140+ year old institution, Artem offers unique perspectives on balancing innovation with legacy. Key insights that amazed me: 🌍 "Americans love to start with facts... Italians, French want to know your thesis first" - cultural awareness shapes effective messaging 🚗 "Five years ago, self-driving was an impossibility... Look at us now" - technology moves faster than we imagine, and Tesla is a key example! 🗣️ "Real-time translation with your phone will happen in the next two to three years" - before Neuralink makes it seamless. 💼 The TLDR leadership breakthrough: "Get to the punchline first, then explain how you got there" What technology shift are YOU most excited about in the next five years? Check out the full episode here! https://lnkd.in/emnPYzey #LeadershipInsights #AIFuture #TechTrends #FutureOfWork #Innovation

Is AI turning our internet into a "Dark Forest" we need to navigate with caution? 🌑🛡️ I recently had the privilege of hosting Sam Curry, Global VP & CISO in Residence at Zscaler, on the podcast episode "How to Defend Against AI Cybersecurity Attacks with Sam Curry, Global VP & CISO at Zscaler." With 30 years of cybersecurity experience, Sam offered insights that challenged our thinking about digital threats. Key highlights from our conversation: 🌲 The "Dark Forest" theory: As AI evolves, the internet is becoming like a forest filled with unseen threats, requiring cautious navigation 🔒 Zero trust approaches: Why this mindset is essential for security in our complex digital landscape 🤖 AI's double-edged sword: How AI tools are changing attack vectors in unprecedented ways - similar to Google DeepMind's AI showing Go grandmasters "alien" moves ⚠️ The 2025 threat landscape: Attackers combining AI tools to create sophisticated multi-stage attacks beyond simple phishing We also explored AI consciousness, rights of AI entities, and how building community relationships transforms business and security outcomes. How is your organization navigating this evolving "Dark Forest"? You can listen to our full episode here! https://lnkd.in/ethxRURf #Cybersecurity #ArtificialIntelligence #ZeroTrust #LeadershipInsights #FutureOfSecurity

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Why Getting in Shape Will Make You a Better Leader 💪 Our latest Modern CTO episode breaks from tech talk to tackle something equally crucial for executive success: your physical health! 🔥 I sat down with Mauro Stara of Six Pack CEO who dropped some serious knowledge bombs: ⏱️ You have just 7 seconds to make a first impression in the boardroom 🍞 Your afternoon energy crash? It's all about WHEN you eat carbs 📊 Tech leaders love data-driven health because it actually works 🧠 Fat isn't just appearance - it's an organ affecting your hormones and decisions Most compelling? The mindset shift from temporary fitness goals to lifelong habits mirrors building sustainable tech organizations. This conversation bridges personal wellness and professional excellence in ways that will transform how you lead. 🎧 Listen to the full episode here! https://lnkd.in/emF59dyJ #ModernCTO #TechLeadership #ExecutiveHealth #PersonalTransformation

🚀 NEW EPISODE ALERT: Inside Google Cloud's Future of AI Report with Mayada Gonimah, CTO & Co-Founder at Thread AI I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Mayada Gonimah, the brilliant CTO & Co-Founder of Thread AI, to discuss Google Cloud's groundbreaking "Future of AI: Perspectives for Startups" report. Some key insights from our conversation: 💡 "AI is never a workflow in itself, but always part of a workflow" - Mayada challenges the notion that companies need to rebuild their entire infrastructure to leverage AI. 💡 On the future of AI tools: Many single-purpose AI tools will disappear as models improve, while fundamentals like security, data governance, and human-in-the-loop systems will become increasingly important. 💡 For CTOs: The ability to move seamlessly between code-level details and high-level explanations for non-technical stakeholders is critical in startup environments. 💡 On open source: "Don't reinvent the wheel. There is so much great open source literature out there... Doing a fair bit of research on existing tooling is really fundamental." As we navigate the rapidly evolving AI landscape, industry reports like this latest one from Google Cloud are invaluable. Read the full report here! 👉 http://goo.gle/futureofai Check out the full episode here! 👉 https://lnkd.in/eNTW6X85 #AI #GoogleCloud #StartupLife #TechLeadership #FutureOfAI #ThreadAI

🔮 How A PhD in Machine Learning Revolutionized Codebases I recently had the privilege of sitting down with Scott Dietzen, CEO of Augment Code, for a fascinating discussion about the intersection of AI and software engineering. His insights were both profound and practical. Key takeaways from our conversation: 🚨 The staggering cost of software failures: $2.5 trillion lost in the US market alone last year 💻 Why AI should adapt to developers' workflows, not the other way around 🤖 The real potential of AI in software development (beyond the viral one-shot app challenges) 🤝 How combining human and machine intelligence could revolutionize software quality What excites me most is the vision Scott shared: imagine a world where software consistently meets our aspirations, where technical debt doesn't accumulate, and where developers can focus on what they do best - creating value through code. What's your take? How do you see AI transforming software development in your organization? Check out the full episode now! https://lnkd.in/eVnMJ3Bm #SoftwareEngineering #ArtificialIntelligence #TechLeadership #Innovation #FutureOfWork #Engineering #AI #SoftwareDevelopment #TechIndustry #Leadership

🎓 The AI Programs Being Made Mandatory at LSU! Had an incredible chat with John Munsell, CEO of Bizzuka, about revolutionizing education with AI! 🚀 Mind-blowing insights from the episode: 🔥 Want to scale AI? You need creative champions, not just tools! 🏴☠️ Even the best AI can go wild (like our pirate-speaking medical chatbot!) 💡 Structured prompts are your secret weapon 🧠 Technical leadership isn't about knowing everything - it's about finding answers fast! The future of technology is being shaped right now for the next generation. Are your teams adopting this AI revolution? 🤔 Check out the full episode here! https://lnkd.in/es_8JKSe #AIinEducation #HigherEd #Innovation #LSU #FutureofLearning #DigitalTransformation #Leadership

🏔️ Computing Where It’s Hot, Freezing, and Impossible 🚀 Meet Lisa Groeneveld, co-founder of OnLogic. Their start? Sending nearly all the money in their bank account to a supplier in Taiwan on pure trust. 20+ years later, they're revolutionizing industrial computing! 💪 🎙️ In this MUST-LISTEN Modern CTO episode, Lisa reveals: 🦸♀️ Why being "naive enough to try" became their superpower 🌐 The real meaning of edge computing (no buzzwords!) ✨ A surprising leadership lesson from... Buzz Lightyear? 🎯 How to redefine success on your own terms My favorite moment? When Lisa explains edge computing using windmills and warehouses instead of tech jargon. Finally, someone who makes complex tech make sense! 🙌 Be sure to listen to the full episode! https://lnkd.in/eqsJcH92 #WomenInTech #Innovation #Leadership #EdgeComputing #ModernCTO #TechLeadership #Entrepreneurship