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Tech Talent TodayInside the Hiring Manager's Mind with Sravan Muthiraj, Ep #33Join us for an insightful discussion with Sravan Muthiraj, a customer-obsessed product leader VP at a large financial services firm. Sravan shares his unique perspective as a hiring manager on navigating today's work environment, drawing from his experiences leading multidisciplinary teams across design, data, product management, and technology. Explore strategies for effective storytelling in interviews, building supportive professional circles, and developing a strong personal brand. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in… 0:00:00 – The Power of Storytelling in Interviews 0:03:24 – Building a Circle of Mentors and Coaches 0:06:17 – Sravan's Career Pa...2024-06-0332 minTech Talent TodayCharting a Course for Women in IT with Vinti Luthra, Ep #32Join us for a special celebration of International Women's Day as we sit down with the remarkable Vinti Luthra, a tech industry veteran with over 25 years of experience, currently leading solution delivery and operations for a global imaging solutions firm. Listen in as Vinti shares her compelling journey from software developer to senior manager, reflecting on pivotal career moments, including her initial foray into tech against traditional expectations and her transition from hands-on coding to strategic business roles. As we stroll down memory lane, Vinti and I, friends for over 15 years, exchange anecdotes that showcase personal growth and the...2024-03-0525 minTech Talent TodayWisdom and Tips - TTT's 2nd Anniversary with Bonnie Brill, Ep #26To celebrate another remarkable milestone of the Tech Talent Today Podcast, host Jodi Kulek Mayer and Bonnie Brill recap on the stand-out moments from an impressive line-up of guests who so kindly shared their time, brilliance and nuggets of wisdom. We've been talking to the best and brightest in tech and hearing their fascinating stories, from hacking to wine-making and everything in between. Tune in to listen to highlights from tech titans, including; Maryanne Spatola, Kirk Brote, Pat Rasile, Curt Smith, Caroline Firth, Amy Lackey, Rob Diamond, Mark Marshalek, Dave Zweier, Joe Vellaiparambil and Heather F...2023-08-1525 minTech Talent TodayHow to Attract, Hire, and Retain Top Cybersecurity Talent with Rob Diamond, Ep #18In this episode of Tech Talent Today, I’m delighted to be joined by Rob Diamond, VP of Security Architecture at Two Sigma. Before Two Sigma, Rob served as Chief Architect at SafeNet Assured Technologies through various incarnations of the company. He was the creator and lead product designer of the MDeX System, which was used extensively to protect the most sensitive and highly classified data of the U.S. government and other entities. Listen to learn how to be successful in the constantly evolving world of cybersecurity. You will want to hear this episode if you ar...2022-12-1323 minTech Talent TodayUsing Curiosity to Increase Data Utilization with Mark MarshalekIn this episode of Tech Talent Today, I’m delighted to be joined by Mark Marshalek. Mark has worked in the insurance and financial services industry for over 25 years. During his tenure, he has held various roles ranging from claim representative, internal audit, finance, strategy, and risk management. Currently, he’s the Head of Data Governance, part of the Chief Data Organization at Farmers. Mark has followed a non-traditional path to the data space and firmly believes that self-development, curiosity, and willingness to take risks are crucial keys to success. Listen to learn how he continues to apply these prin...2022-11-1547 minTech Talent TodayAchieving the Last Mile: How To Use Data Storytelling to Drive Decision-Making with Heather FitzgeraldIn this episode of Tech Talent Today, I’m delighted to be joined by Heather Fitzgerald. Heather is an SVP of Business Intelligence and CRM Strategy for a large retirement and financial services firm. With over 20 years in driving innovative global solutions and data-driven insights, she has deep expertise in business automation, data technology platforms, digital transformation, sales, marketing, and storytelling. Listen as she shares her passion for providing holistic data, measurements, and insights to tie online and offline platforms for insight-driven storytelling. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Bringing ev...2022-10-1123 minTech Talent TodayHow to Actually Grow into a Data-Driven Culture with Joe Vellaiparambil, Ep #15In this episode of Tech Talent Today, I’m delighted to be joined by Joe Vellaiparambil, Chief Data & Analytics Officer at Equitable. Joe is responsible for creating, implementing, and maintaining the enterprise data strategy that enables Equitable to be a data-driven company. Most recognized for his outstanding ability to plan and build analytical capabilities that support business strategy, he has saved companies millions of dollars through developing strategies, eliminating unnecessary expenses, and consolidating disparate functions. Listen as Joe shares his extensive insight. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Data-driven companies [02:24] AI...2022-09-1320 minTech Talent TodayIs the PMO Becoming Obsolete? with David ZweierIn this episode of Tech Talent Today, I’m delighted to be joined by David Zweier, Vice President of the Enterprise Program Management Office at Selective Insurance. David has over 20 years of experience in engineering and management, delivering business value across several industries such as defense, financial services, consulting, publishing, and insurance. I invited David to the podcast because of an intriguing post he made about the common misperception that project management will become obsolete. Listen to learn more! You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Changes in business frameworks [03:39] Effective ri...2022-08-1826 minTech Talent TodayWisdom and Tips - TTT's First Anniversary with Bonnie Brill, Ep #13July is the first anniversary of Tech Talent Today! I’m your host, Jodi Kulek Mayer, and I started the podcast during the pandemic as a way for people to learn and get ideas from each other's journeys. To celebrate, I thought it would be fun to reflect on the past year and discuss some highlights that resonated with me and our listeners. I'm excited to be joined by Bonnie Brill, who works here at Clearmont Technologies and has extensive experience in the IT staffing industry. You may have seen Bonnie on our Interviewing for Zoom video, which gives he...2022-07-1424 min
Smart Energy VoicesWisdom and Tips - TTT's First Anniversary with Bonnie BrillWisdom and Tips - TTT's First Anniversary with Bonnie Brill, Ep #13 July is the first anniversary of Tech Talent Today! I’m your host, Jodi Kulek Mayer, and I started the podcast during the pandemic as a way for people to learn and get ideas from each other's journeys. To celebrate, I thought it would be fun to reflect on the past year and discuss some highlights that resonated with me and our listeners. I'm excited to be joined by Bonnie Brill, who works here at Clearmont Technologies and has extensive experience in the IT staffing industry. Yo...2022-07-1424 minTech Talent TodayMyths and Strategies for Technical Resumes with Jennifer HayIn this episode of Tech Talent Today, I’m excited to be joined by Jennifer Hay. Jennifer has been writing technical resumes and LI profiles for IT professionals for over 15 years. She has several certifications, including Academy Certified Resume Writer, Resume Writing Specialist in Information Technology, and Certified Professional Resume Writer. Her background is in IT, BI, and Data and Information Management, so she loves to hear about all the innovative things people have done. Listen to learn the unique aspects of writing a technical resume. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Te...2022-06-1631 minTech Talent TodayBe your own Chief People Officer with Adam StanleyIn this episode of Tech Talent Today, I’m excited to be joined by Adam Stanley, Chief Experience Officer at Teach for America. Adam is a results-driven board member, executive leader, and business partner with a Wharton MBA and over 20 years of achievement in driving value from technology and operations investments. Some of Adam’s most notable awards include CIO Magazine’s CIO100, Crain’s Chicago Magazine’s Notable LGBTQ Executives, and Savoy Magazine’s Most Influential Blacks in Corporate America. Despite all of his awards, Adam says his greatest accomplishment is the relationship of respect he’s built with people he...2022-05-1935 minTech Talent TodayThe Influence of Culture on Managing Global Teams with Stefan OttWhen building international teams, it’s important to have an understanding of their team culture. In this episode of Tech Talent Today, I’m delighted to be joined by Stefan Ott, CIO of a nonprofit in the mortgage industry. Stefan is an engineering and delivery leader who guides organizations through transformations and capacity build-out initiatives by leveraging technology to drive business outcomes for highly complex global organizations. Listen to learn more about Stefan’s experience and how he’s successfully managing people across various cultures. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Man...2022-04-1433 minTech Talent TodayManaging Challenging Times through Transparent Dialogue with Sal CompaniehOur guest in this episode is an authentic leader driving an accelerated digital transformation. Sal Companieh, Interim Co-Global CIO at a global real estate company, has had more than 20 years of consulting experience in process, operating model, and technology transformation. She’s recently accepted the honor of inaugural member of the T200 Lift program. I know you’ll be inspired by listening to this model executive’s experiences leading with empathy and conviction. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Two years into the pandemic [02:53] Work and mental health [06:47] Moving her team f...2022-03-1730 minTech Talent TodayStaying Flexible in your Career, with Gary BeumeeI’m delighted to be joined in this episode by Gary Beumee, a 30-year IT veteran who has spent his career working across sectors of Shipping & Logistics, Consumer Electronics, Finance, and Insurance as both a consultant and an employee. He began his career as a developer and eventually found himself managing teams. Gary considers himself to be a servant leader. He believes that the relationships one builds across IT, business, and vendor teams are at the core of being as successful as possible in your corporate life. Listen to be inspired by Gary’s story. You will want...2022-02-1728 minTech Talent TodayIs Working Remotely Holding Back Your Career? with Kate HorstmanIn this episode of Tech Talent Today, I’m delighted to be joined by Kate Horstman, Co-Host of Manager Tools podcast and Presenting Associate at Manager Tools. Kate has presented more than 475 Manager Tools training days at their public conference and client locations, including international events. Before working with Manager Tools, Kate used their principles as a missile defense engineer at Orbital Sciences Corporation. Her work has focused on enhancing user experience and data reporting for clients and individual users. You won’t want to miss hearing about her fascinating experiences! You will want to hear this epis...2022-01-1334 minTech Talent TodayImplementing New Technologies while Building Your People with Robert NapoliIn this episode of Tech Talent Today, I’m joined by visionary technology leader Robert Napoli. With over 25 years of delivering innovative technology solutions that have improved patient care and had an immeasurable business impact. He enjoys taking organizations that are technologically deficient and transforming them into a state of operational excellence. Robert serves as Chief Information Officer, EVP information services of a national nonprofit health care organization. Robert has a lot to teach us about technology, processes, and people. Listen in to gain from his experience. You will want to hear this episode if you are in...2021-12-1628 minTech Talent TodayDevOps - It’s about people, with Jerry GentryI’m excited to be joined on this episode of Tech Talent Today by Jerry Gentry, Senior Director of Enterprise Architecture and Engineering for a public utility. Jerry is a proven leader who’s a catalyst for transformation. He has a history of problem solving and innovation while maintaining stability and achieving business outcomes. I know you’ll learn a lot from his experience. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Jerry’s experience with DevOps [01:49] It’s about people, not technology [09:33] Constantly reflecting and improving [14:12] Jerry’s hiring philosophy [20:44] Connecting with people...2021-11-1842 minTech Talent TodayIncreasing productivity through Agile scaling, with Angus MuirIn this episode, I’m delighted to be joined by Angus Muir, a Senior Leader in Application Delivery at an international insurance firm. As an Agile practitioner and Agile coach for twenty years, Angus has drawn on his broad experience to guide organizations through the journey to implement and scale Agile. He has focused on building beyond team-level success, working with corporate leaders to solve complex issues of merging Agile principles into existing corporate cultures. You’ll learn a lot from his experience merging the theory with the needs of the work team and the organization. You will...2021-10-1432 minTech Talent TodayDefending Data and the Future of Storage with Steve WattsIn this episode of Tech Talent Today, I’m excited to be joined by Steve Watts. Steve is a manager of storage, data protection, and automation services for a super-regional insurance carrier. He rose through the ranks from network engineer to storage engineer to storage & data protection architect to manager. With the increased prevalence of ransomware attacks, data protection, storage, and backup are essential topics. Listen to Steve’s perspective to learn what companies can do to protect sensitive information. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... What can you do abou...2021-09-1637 minTech Talent TodaySuccessful Business Transformation through Putting People First, with Arthur PhiddIn this episode of Tech Talent Today, I’m delighted to be speaking with Arthur Phidd, CIO. Art has more than 25 years of executive-level experience leading information technology and corporate-wide business transformation programs. He’s worked in multiple industries, including retail, financial, gaming, eCommerce, government, and more. An award-winning leader, Art is also a faculty member at the University Of The West Indies graduate schools of business, where he lectures on contemporary topics impacting organizational change, technology management, and transformation HR management strategies. You’ll want to hear what Art has to share from the transformation he’s led across t...2021-08-1927 min
The Resilient RecruiterIT Staffing Success: How to Grow Your Desk to Over $1,000,000 per Month, with Jodi Kulek Mayer, Ep #85A successful recruiter’s mindset is not focused on closing a deal but rather on opening relationships. Indeed, recruiting is a relationship business and that is why my special guest, Jodi Kulek Mayer believes that this is the number one key to her longevity in the business. In this episode, Jodi will share how she builds relationships and how it led to her growing her IT staffing desk to 80 consultants on billing and eventually starting her own staffing firm. Jodi is an IT staffing veteran and the founder of Clearmont Technologies, Inc. a WBENC-Certified Women's Business Enterprise. St...2021-07-2838 minTech Talent TodayHow One Woman Overcame Extreme Obstacles on the Path to CIO, with Juliette W. SamsonIn this episode of Tech Talent Today, I’m thrilled to be joined by Juliette W. Samson, CIO and VP of Supply Chain at CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) - Food and Beverage. She’s responsible for implementing new technologies and optimizing the supply chain process to increase speed, service, and profitability. Juliette is a graduate of Cornell and Columbia Universities and speaks four languages. She is a determined mom who left no stone unturned when she had to find her daughter a kidney. You won’t want to miss Juliette’s amazing story of her journey of balancing her role as...2021-07-1535 min