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Humans of TechLeading with Insight: How Psychology and Communication Shape Enterprise Security with Blake HodgesSend us a textBlake Hodges, Deputy CISO at Albemarle, brings a rare blend of military discipline, enterprise leadership, and disarming honesty to the world of cybersecurity. His path from Army cyber operations to consulting, defense, a global nonprofit, and now one of the world’s leading lithium manufacturers gives him a vantage point few technologists ever experience.In this conversation, Blake pulls back the curtain on what he’s learned across those worlds: why the most expensive tool won’t fix a broken culture, how communication and emotional intelligence beat complexity every time, and what r...
2025-12-0414 min
Humans of TechLeading with Intuition: Building Trust in with Tracey MillsSend us a textTracey Mills brings fearless authenticity to her role as Vice President of Public Sector at CrowdStrike, where she leads with equal parts grit, empathy, and strategic focus. Her journey in cybersecurity isn’t just about defending networks - it’s about earning trust, empowering teams, and redefining what leadership looks like in government tech.In this candid conversation, Tracey shares how her roots shaped her resilience, how she’s learned to lead with vulnerability in high-stakes environments, and why she believes credibility in cybersecurity is built long before a crisis ever happen...
2025-10-0725 min
Humans of TechSolving Tech's Toughest Days: Leadership Insights from Jay Moran at FiservSend us a textJay Moran brings a refreshingly candid perspective to tech leadership as SVP and Distinguished Engineer at Fiserv, the global financial infrastructure company powering payments across 100+ countries. What makes his insights particularly valuable is the fascinating contrast between his public-facing leadership persona and his self-described introverted nature."I will come across extroverted," Jay explains, "but I would much rather not talk to anybody... be in my basement lab, just talking to people through emails." This honest acknowledgment of the tension many technical leaders face – needing to be visible while preferring to work be...
2025-09-1624 min
Axomo - Outfitting Unity PodcastAxomo's NEW Showroom: Incredible Brands & Products! | Axomo Outfitting Unity Podcast [Short 4-15]🏬 First Time Inside the New Axomo Showroom | Outfitting Unity Podcast (Watch the full episode to see the full view!)Kelly Pozda walks into Axomo’s brand-new showroom and instantly gets inspired: “I just want to touch everything and bring it all to our store.” From branded merch to big ideas—it’s a whole vibe.💙 Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/badnzOz7b9k#Shorts #ShowroomTour #BrandedMerch #SwagWithPurpose #Inspiration #OutfittingUnity #AxomoPodcast #KellyPozda- - - - LINKS - - - -
2025-08-1400 minAxomo - Outfitting Unity PodcastElevating Brand Culture with Personalized Gifts | Axomo Outfitting Unity Podcast [Short 4-14]📦 Beyond Swag: Culture, Choice & Connection | Outfitting Unity PodcastKelly Pozda reflects on why Blackwood chose Axomo while going fully remote—and how it’s grown into so much more than drop shipping. From personalized gifts to culture-building ideas like annual stipends and HR-marketing alignment, this one’s packed with inspiration.💙 Full episode here: https://youtu.be/badnzOz7b9k#Shorts #RemoteWork #EmployeeExperience #SwagWithPurpose #CultureBuilding #MarketingAndHR #OutfittingUnity #AxomoPodcast #KellyPozda- - - - LINKS - - - -👉 DISCOVER how Ax...
2025-08-1302 minAxomo - Outfitting Unity PodcastAxomo 4 0 Launch: Kelly's Keynote Speech Recap! | Axomo Outfitting Unity Podcast [Short 4-13]🎤 From Podcast Guest to Keynote Speaker | Outfitting Unity Podcast #ShortsKelly Pozda went from guest to keynote—helping launch Axomo 4.0 live on stage. “We officially launched Axomo 4.0 yesterday to the public… and tomorrow we go digital.” Big moments, real impact.💙 Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/badnzOz7b9k#Shorts #Axomo4 #KeynoteSpeaker #ProductLaunch #SwagWithPurpose #OutfittingUnity #AxomoPodcast #KellyPozda- - - - LINKS - - - -👉 DISCOVER how Axomo saves you time, money, and closet space.Book...
2025-08-1200 minAxomo - Outfitting Unity PodcastLaunching NEW Products: Our Curated Collection | Axomo Outfitting Unity Podcast [Short 4-12]🛍️ Curating Culture, One Hoodie at a Time | Outfitting Unity PodcastKelly Pozda shares how Axomo 4.0 inspired her to reimagine her company store—not just restock it. “I’ve learned so much… now I can curate items I’ve touched and felt specifically for our team.” That new hoodie? It’s a must. 👀💙 Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/badnzOz7b9k#Shorts #CompanyStore #SwagWithPurpose #Axomo4 #EmployeeExperience #OutfittingUnity #AxomoPodcast #KellyPozda- - - - LINKS - - - -👉 DISCOVER how Ax...
2025-08-1100 minAxomo - Outfitting Unity PodcastShort 4-11 - Axomo Outfitting Unity Podcast | Axomo 4 0 Product Launch: Excitement Builds!🚀 Launch Mode: Behind the Scenes with Axomo 4.0 | Outfitting Unity Podcast #ShortsKelly Pozda and the Axomo team share a moment in the middle of the action—prepping for launch, cameras rolling, and the energy high. “The plan’s in motion, it’s happening, and it feels great.”💙 Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/badnzOz7b9k#Shorts #ProductLaunch #BehindTheScenes #MarketingMoments #Axomo4 #OutfittingUnity #AxomoPodcast #KellyPozda- - - - LINKS - - - -👉 DISCOVER how Axomo saves you tim...
2025-08-1100 minAxomo - Outfitting Unity PodcastShort 4-10 - Axomo Outfitting Unity Podcast | How Are You Connecting with Your Community?📣 Marketing’s Real Job? Solve the Problem. | Outfitting Unity Podcast #ShortsKelly Pozda shares how she’s preparing for Blackwood’s next big event—and how marketing is more than just messaging. “It’s taking your mission and getting customers to say, ‘You’re solving my problem.’” 🔥💙 Catch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/badnzOz7b9k#Shorts #MarketingStrategy #CustomerFirst #MissionDriven #OutfittingUnity #AxomoPodcast #KellyPozda #Blackwood- - - - LINKS - - - -👉 DISCOVER how Axom...
2025-08-1100 minAxomo - Outfitting Unity PodcastShort 4-09 - Axomo Outfitting Unity Podcast | Logo Design Story: Humanity Meets Tech🎨 From Side Hustle to Stunning Logo | Outfitting Unity Podcast #ShortsKelly Pozda shares how Axomo surprised her by designing a custom logo for her podcast, Humans of Tech. Shoutout to Manny for capturing the perfect balance of humanity and technology—with style. “It’s such a tasteful logo.”💙 Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/badnzOz7b9k#Shorts #BrandingMagic #CustomLogo #SwagWithPurpose #HumansOfTech #OutfittingUnity #AxomoPodcast #KellyPozda- - - - LINKS - - - -👉 DISCOVER how Axomo saves y...
2025-08-1100 minAxomo - Outfitting Unity PodcastShort 4-08 - Axomo Outfitting Unity Podcast | Boost Team Engagement: Secrets to a Thriving Company📦 It’s Not Just Swag—It’s an Experience | Outfitting Unity Podcast #ShortsKelly Pozda shares her biggest takeaway: the new Axomo 4.0 dashboard turns gifting into ongoing engagement. From gamifying the process to showcasing user photos, it’s all about creating connection—not just handing out stuff.💙 Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/badnzOz7b9k#Shorts #EmployeeEngagement #GamifiedCulture #SwagWithPurpose #CompanyCulture #OutfittingUnity #AxomoPodcast #KellyPozda- - - - LINKS - - - -👉 DISCOVER how Axomo saves you tim...
2025-08-1101 minAxomo - Outfitting Unity PodcastShort 4-07 - Axomo Outfitting Unity Podcast | Axomo Gift Unboxing: Trendy Teal & Zoom Call Ready!🎁 The Perfect Swag Surprise (Muted Teal for the Win) | Outfitting Unity Podcast #ShortsKelly Pozda unboxes a surprise gift from Axomo—and it’s so her. From the trendy muted teal to the Zoom-call-ready style, this is how you make swag feel personal. “I’m gonna wear this on every Zoom call… so people know.”💙 Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/badnzOz7b9k#Shorts #SwagUnboxing #CompanyCulture #ZoomReady #PersonalizedGifts #SwagWithPurpose #OutfittingUnity #AxomoPodcast #KellyPozda- - - - LINKS - - - -👉 DI...
2025-08-1100 minAxomo - Outfitting Unity PodcastShort 4-06 - Axomo Outfitting Unity Podcast | Celebrating Gabe: The Unsung Hero's Impact👏 $250 in Swag for the Unsung Hero | Outfitting Unity Podcast #ShortsMeet Gabe Guzman—the passionate engineer who helped Kelly Pozda bridge the gap from construction to cybersecurity. In this heartfelt moment, Kelly surprises him with $250 in Axomo swag as a thank-you for always showing up, stepping up, and repping the brand like a boss.💙 Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/badnzOz7b9kIt’s packed with real talk on recognition, culture, and team loyalty.#Shorts #EmployeeRecognition #ThankYouGabe #TeamCulture #SwagWithPurpose #Outfitting...
2025-08-1101 minAxomo - Outfitting Unity PodcastShort 4-05 - Axomo Outfitting Unity Podcast | Boost Culture: Using Stipends For Work Flexibility💡 A Stipend to “Work How You Feel Best”? | Outfitting Unity Podcast #ShortsKelly Pozda shares a fresh idea she picked up: give employees a yearly stipend to show up how they work best. Whether it’s a walking pad, mouse pad, or spin class pass—it’s all about supporting the whole person, not just the role.🎧 Hear more creative culture tips in the full episode. https://youtu.be/badnzOz7b9k#Shorts #WorkCulture #EmployeeWellbeing #FlexibleWork #StipendIdeas #OutfittingUnity #AxomoPodcast #KellyPozda- - - - LINKS...
2025-08-1100 minAxomo - Outfitting Unity PodcastShort 4-04 - Axomo Outfitting Unity Podcast | Marketing & HR: Building a Stronger Workplace Culture🤝 When Marketing Meets HR | Outfitting Unity Podcast #ShortsKelly Pozda shares a powerful takeaway: marketing and HR shouldn’t live in silos. When they team up, the result is stronger culture, better engagement, and way more impact. Time to get creative, together.💡 Full episode dives deeper into culture-building that actually works. https://youtu.be/badnzOz7b9k#Shorts #CompanyCulture #HRandMarketing #EmployeeEngagement #SwagWithPurpose #OutfittingUnity #AxomoPodcast #KellyPozda- - - - LINKS - - - -👉 DISCOVER how Axomo saves you t...
2025-08-1100 minAxomo - Outfitting Unity PodcastShort 4-03 - Axomo Outfitting Unity Podcast | AXOMO: Why Your Choice of Gear Truly Matters🧥 Why Personalized Swag Hits Different | Outfitting Unity Podcast #Shorts“It’s not just boxes of tees in the office anymore.” Kelly Pozda explains how Axomo makes branded swag feel personal—because when you choose it yourself, it means more. There's purpose in every pick, from zip-ups to quarter zips.🎧 Watch the full episode for more insights on culture, branding, and belonging. https://youtu.be/badnzOz7b9k#Shorts #SwagWithPurpose #EmployeeExperience #PersonalizedGifts #CompanyCulture #OutfittingUnity #AxomoPodcast #KellyPozda- - - - L...
2025-08-1100 minAxomo - Outfitting Unity PodcastShort 4-02 - Axomo Outfitting Unity Podcast | Giving Back: Sharing Transformative Experience🎁 Giving Back to the Team That Builds You | Outfitting Unity Podcast #ShortsAfter a week of inspiration, Kelly Pozda reflects on what it means to give back—starting with a surprise $250 swag gift to a teammate who’s always thinking ahead. “I wish I could bottle this week up and give it to my team.” 💙Catch the full episode to hear more about culture, gratitude, and the little things that make a big difference.#Shorts #TeamCulture #Leadership #EmployeeRecognition #SwagWithPurpose #OutfittingUnity #AxomoPodcast #KellyPozda...
2025-08-1100 minAxomo - Outfitting Unity PodcastShort 4-01 - Axomo Outfitting Unity Podcast | I Was 50 Cent's Monkey Bouncer! Crazy Horse Race Story🎙️ I Was 50 Cent's Bouncer… Dressed Like a Monkey?! | Outfitting Unity Podcast #ShortsWhat happens when you show up to a horse race as a model and end up guarding 50 Cent’s VIP tent in a bow tie and monkey suit? Kelly Pozda tells the wild story of her unexpected day as “Fiddy’s” security—and how she got paid in more than just memories.👉 https://youtu.be/badnzOz7b9kWatch the full episode for more laughs, leadership insights, and real talk on building culture that lasts. #50Cen...
2025-08-1100 minAxomo - Outfitting Unity PodcastEpisode 4 | Axomo Outfitting Unity Podcast | Culture That Lasts: Real Talk with Kelly PozdaOutfitting Unity Podcast - Episode 4 | Culture That Lasts🎙️ Featuring: Kelly Pozda, @ Blackwood | Marketing LeaderWhat happens when you combine 50 years of company legacy, a passion for meaningful connection, and a wild story about 50 Cent at a horse race? You get Episode 4.In this episode, Kelly Posda returns for a redo—this time live in Axomo’s brand-new showroom—to share her powerful perspective on culture, branding, and belonging. From her dual roles at Blackwood and Humans of Tech, Kelly breaks down how great culture isn’t just...
2025-08-1127 min
Humans of TechFrom Courtroom to CISO | Anthony O’Neill on Leading Cyber for the State of MassachusettsSend us a textTony O’Neill went from practicing law to leading cybersecurity and risk for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. We talk about career pivots, asking better questions, and what it means to feel like an outsider in tech—and why that’s not always a bad thing.
2025-04-1721 min
Humans of TechFrom corporate sales to building an AI company with Lauren GoodellSend us a textIn honor of women's history month - We have our first female tech founder on our series!From corporate sales to building an AI company with human connection in mind, Lauren jumps on to tell us her routine for how she sets herself up for success and shares a glimpse into her founder story.
2025-03-1114 min
Humans of TechFinding Balance in Tech with Leonard Wall from SplunkSend us a textIn this episode of Humans of Tech, Kelly Pozda and Carolaine Pino sit down with Leonard Wall, Observability Advisor at Splunk, for a candid conversation about company culture, hiring, and striking a balance between work and life. As always, our podcast is completely unfiltered—no re-records, no edits, and no prep. Leonard shares his raw and honest take on what makes a great workplace, how to approach hiring in tech, and his personal insights on finding balance in a fast-paced industry. Tune in for an authentic discussion with real human moments.
2025-03-0522 min
Humans of Tech"Tell us about a time when you had to pivot" / Danny Kateli, Director of ITSend us a text“Hey Danny, you’re Indian right? You know should know all about computers.”How one assumption ended up reshaping Danesh Kateli MS, CLSSBB, CSM, ITMLE entire career path.Listen in to the first episode where his title and organization take the back seat.Introducing our guest “Danny who likes to help people.” 20-year veteran shares his eye opening career pivot from combat to technology.Wait to the end… where Danny catches Carolaine and Kelly off guard and asks us a question at random (it’s a fun one!)
2024-12-0308 min
Humans of Tech"What career would you give your younger self? / Author, Director of Cyber Operations - Rebecca BlairSend us a textVery technical people are sometimes wildly intimidating. Because they are so smart right? Well, Rebecca took what she has learned on the job and wrote a book on building out a SOC. in other words, she is technical to the third degree. But in our conversation she reminds us that when push comes to shove, we are all just humans. Listen as she talks about advice she would give her younger self and how she is "shooting her shot" and making things happen.
2024-11-1408 min
Humans of Tech"If you could give a piece of advice and that’s what you would be remembered for what would that be?" / CIO, NYCHA - Patti BayrossSend us a textEver wondered why we’re called #HumansOfTech? Today’s guest perfectly embodies the spirit of our series.Meet Patti Bayross, CIO at NYCHA, who shares invaluable insights on what advice she’d like to be remembered for.With 25 years of public service with the City of New York, Patti’s diverse experience highlights how inclusivity and a variety of perspectives enhance our end products.
2024-08-1911 min
Humans of Tech"What advice would you give to someone starting their career in technology?" / VP of IT, Shipmonk - Jon SanteeSend us a textCalling all Salesfriends! Listen in to today's episode featuring Jon Santee, VP of IT at Shipmonk and proud Disney DadJon dives into tech career advice, highlighting how IT has evolved from the visual of pizza and soda cans in dark basements to a higher level of customer service. Stay curious. Be resilient, and often times mentors are found within your circle of colleagues. Seek them out.
2024-07-1809 min
Humans of Tech"What was your first job in Tech" / CIO , NYS Thruway Authority - Josh KlemmSend us a textFrom aspiring doctor to CIO... Join us as Josh Klemm, CIO of the New York State Thruway Authority, shares insights about his first tech job.Would your younger self be surprised by your career path today? Imagine if we could recognize the impact we're making in real time
2024-06-2506 min
Humans of Tech"What are Lessons you've Learned as Tech Leader"Send us a textBill Boudreaux, CTO of City of Rochester with over 30 years of experience, shares invaluable insights into his journey as a leader in tech for 30+ years.Key Takeaways:🗝 The only thing constant in IT is change.🗝 Expect the unexpected🗝 Implementation is always harder than anyone realizes... & many more nuggets of wisdom
2024-05-1707 min
Humans of Tech"How do you approach continuous learning in the rapidly changing tech industry?"Send us a textHumans of Tech Series "How do you approach continuous learning and professional development in the rapidly changing tech industry?"🎧 Listen in as Matt Coatney, TEDx speaker, author and CIO at Thompson Hine LLP, shares his approach to learning.This #humansoftech discussed his approach to chipping away at a fear (public speaking) and fostering a growth mindset amongst his teams and kids!
2024-05-0704 min
Humans of TechWhat's your Morning Routine?"Send us a textListen in as Venton Bell, Director of IT/Cybersecurity Compliance at Duke Energy, manages to turn his morning routine into a mentoring moment. We honestly wish we could have recorded our entire 30 minutes together, because this #humanoftech is inspirational, authentic and passionate as he intentionally moves throughout his day to help others.
2024-05-0706 min
Humans of Tech"What Keeps you Motivated Daily?"Send us a textHumans of Tech Series"What keeps you motivated daily?" 🎧 Listen in as we turn the table and Carolaine Pino asks Kelly Pozda what keeps me motivated…Routine, Passion & Community 🙌 She may be new to working in tech BUT her passion for technology started when she was a kid.
2024-05-0704 min
Humans of Tech"What's Something that Intimidates You in Tech?"Send us a textHumans of Tech - Episode 1 Listen in as we ask our co host, Carolaine Pino a question at random! Anyone else out there feel the same at some point in their tech careers?Series Rules:- Question at Random- Only 1 take - Authentic answers only
2024-05-0703 min
Humans of Tech"What the Heck Let's Just Do it"Send us a text"What the heck, let's just do it." Carolaine Pino and I said on our quick zoom call post gym and flight delays yesterday. We've both been reflecting on the lessons, the change and those little learning moments we've learned throughout our careers that led us to our hashtag#tech roles today. You'll find us (& maybe a few other influential faces in tech) on your feed about once a month. We plan to create a space where hashtag#humansoftech can come chat with us and be real.It's nerve wrecking and way (way) out of...
2024-05-0701 min