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209-Niel Nickolaisen: From IT Micromanager to Influential Leader

Niel Nickolaisen As a CIO and IT strategist, Niel Nickolaisen has over 25 years driving digital transformation. He has led major initiatives at Western Governors University and other organizations. Currently VP of IT Strategy at Utah State focused on governance and next-gen infrastructure. Known for analytical thinking and mentoring CIOs. Holds an MS in MIS…

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208 – The AI Takeover: How Mike Yeh Says It’s Transforming IT and Content

Mike Yeh As CTO and product leader, Mike Yeh draws on 15+ years optimizing enterprise tech and cloud systems to help health tech and supply chain companies achieve 7-figure growth. With expertise across areas like omnichannel commerce, cybersecurity, and data analytics, Mike is focused on driving value through technology transformation. He leverages his  expertise in…

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207 – Decoding the Hype: The Fight to Focus AI on What Matters with Edward Chenard

Edward Chenard Edward Chenard is an experienced AI and data leadership expert, currently serving as Head of Data and Analytics at Shipwell. Specializing in building industry-specific AI, Edward created the first logistics language model and data engineering team at Shipwell. An MBA holder, he has also led innovative teams at Target, reducing ad spend by…

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206- Nerding Out on Cybersecurity with Douglas Pierre O’Knightly

Douglas Pierre O’Knightly Douglas Pierre O’Knightly is an Air Force veteran and lifelong gamer who brings creative solutions to high-value enterprises as a cybersecurity expert. His varied 20-year IT career includes starting businesses, designing games, and pioneering communications in war zones. Douglas loves solving complex tech problems with simple, efficient designs that minimize waste. With…

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205- Keith R. Worfolk: The cloud is different, it’s just too expensive

Keith R. Worfolk Keith R. Worfolk is an Innovative CTO, Transformative CIO, and Growth VP with expertise in product software, mobile, cloud engineering, architecture, big data pipeline, analytics, AI/ML, and cybersecurity/CISO. He currently is the Sr. Director of IT and Cloud Strategy at Wavestone. He has extensive experience in creating and executing enterprise IT solutions,…

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204. Brett Settles: Tech-Driven Change in Construction

Brett Settles Industry expert Brett Settles, serving as CTO and key advisor at PENTA ENGINEERING CORPORATION, wields a 20-year career marked by tech innovation. Brett’s focus on emerging tech and data utilization bolsters the performance across design, fabrication, and construction spheres. His resume includes the successful introduction of 3D BIM and reality capture tech at…

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203. Michael Noe: Challenges of building an IT department from scratch ​

Michael Noe Michael Noe is a highly seasoned IT professional with over four decades of diverse experience across various sectors. He currently serves as the Director of Information Technology at SERVA Group, and previously held significant roles at EnTrans International LLC and Goldleaf Plastics. With a background spanning network administration, IT consulting, and managing technical…

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202. Climbing to Success in IT: Reflections from James Ronyak

James Ronyak James Ronyak, with almost four decades of experience, holds pivotal roles as VP of Technology at Mercatus Center, Managing Director at Institute of Humane Studies, and Chief Information Security Officer. His rich expertise encompasses project management, network infrastructure, systems administration, programming, and security. As an innovative, detail-oriented IT executive, Ronyak’s diverse skills and…

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201. Navigating the IT Landscape: Expert Advice from Dana Majid

Dana Majid Dana Majid works at PCE Inc. and has a second-degree connection with the company. He graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in the Lincoln, Nebraska Metropolitan Area. He is a determined IT professional passionate about growth and overcoming challenges. He embraces opportunities, stays updated with technology, and believes in personal excellence. Navigating the…

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200. Optimizing Your Legacy Telecom with Darin Ward: Consolidating Systems, Cutting Costs, and Enabling the Business

Darin Ward With a background in telecom technology and extensive experience in managing PBX systems, Darin Ward brings expertise in navigating the challenges of the industry. From discussing security awareness to highlighting the potential benefits of telecom advancements, Darin offers valuable insights into optimizing operations and leveraging modern solutions for improved efficiency. Optimizing Your Legacy…

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