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The Business of MeetingsThe Business of Meetings267: From Token to Transformative: Making Boards Work with Marc Stockli The Business of Meetings – Episode 267: From Token to Transformative: Making Boards Work with Marc Stockli We are thrilled to welcome Marc Stockli, an accomplished entrepreneur from Switzerland, as our guest today.  With over 20 years of business experience, Marc has chaired the Global Board of the Entrepreneurs Organization and has also become an author.  Join us as Marc shares his journey and gives us a sneak peek into his upcoming book, Make Boards Work. Bio: Marc Stockli: Marc O. Stockli has benefited from a unique perspective for many years in deve...2025-04-2231 minMiami Job Market MinuteMiami Job Market MinuteMiami's Job Market Booming Across Diverse Industries, Opportunities AboundMiami’s job market is bustling with new opportunities as a surge of postings hits various industries this week. From tech to tourism, employers throughout the city are actively seeking fresh talent, offering a diverse lineup of roles for job seekers ready to make a move.One of the standout sectors this week is hospitality. With Miami entering peak travel season, hotels and entertainment venues are hiring at a rapid pace. The Fontainebleau Miami Beach is seeking front desk agents, event coordinators, and kitchen staff. Similarly, the Loews Miami Beach Hotel has openings for concierge staff and room at...2025-04-1404 minThe Jew Function PodcastThe Jew Function PodcastTJF Talks #102 w/Fred Menachem | Enraged JewWe love having Fred over. He brings his heart to everything he does and he reminds us what it means to be strong-willed, warm-hearted, open, and dedicated. Also, we got to talk about the role of facts in the "post-truth" world and read some reassuring words from dead antisemites. Fun. Also, check out Fred's old and newest podcasts below!Fred Menachem Digital SignatureNet Impact podcast by ThriveDX: tinyurl.com/zk35wea7Engage and Secure podcast: tinyurl.com/3rwa96m8X: @FredMenachemW: m.soundcloud.com...2025-03-261h 06The Virtual CISO MomentThe Virtual CISO MomentS6E60 - A Conversation with Aaron BostickAaron M. Bostick is a seasoned CISSP-certified professional with 16+ years of expertise in IT Operations and Information Security Program Management. He excels in the implementation of ISO-27001, SOC-2, PCI, NIST 800-171, and CMMC security frameworks. During his tenure in leadership positions, including Deputy CISO at ThriveDX (formerly HackerU) and Manager of Information Security at K2 Software, Aaron has successfully implemented security policies, risk assessments, and compliance with various industry standards. Join us as we dive into many infosec topics including an in-depth discussion on the responsibility matrix, a necessary tool when working with service...2024-12-2425 minNet ImpactNet ImpactNet Impact Ep 12: Cyber Threats & Leadership w/ Brandon Wales, hosted by Fred Menachem – Part 1In the first installment of this two-part conversation, Fred Menachem is joined by Brandon Wales, former Executive Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and current VP Cybersecurity Strategy at SentinelOne. Brandon charts his journey from a big Italian-American family into national cybersecurity while sharing his unique perspective on tackling today’s most pressing cyber threats, from securing critical infrastructure to combating ransomware attacks that jeopardize national security. They explore the balance between proactive defense and rapid incident response, the impact of emerging technologies, and the importance of fostering a culture of collaboration and trust ac...2024-12-0438 minNet ImpactNet ImpactNet Impact Ep 11: Personal Growth & Resilience with Darren Argyle, hosted by Fred Menachem - Part 2In the second installment of Fred’s two-part interview with Darren Argyle, the two dive deeper into the personal side of leadership in cybersecurity. This candid conversation covers the role of mindfulness in handling stress, the significance of mentorship, and Darren’s advice for emerging cyber leaders—including how he navigates the pressures of leading large-scale cybersecurity operations while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Tune in for a thoughtful discussion on resilience, growth, and the human side of leading in cybersecurity.2024-11-2035 minNet ImpactNet ImpactNet Impact Ep 10: Leadership in Cybersecurity with Darren Argyle, hosted by Fred Menachem - Part 1In this episode of Net Impact, Fred Menachem is joined by Darren Argyle, a global cybersecurity leader and co-founder of the Cyber Leadership Institute. Darren shares his vast experience working with industry giants like IBM and Standard Chartered.  Their conversation explores the ever-changing demands placed on leaders in cybersecurity and the strategic thinking required to drive their organizations forward. Darren shares his personal journey and discusses the importance of mentorship, emotional intelligence, and continuous learning. Whether you're a seasoned cybersecurity professional or an aspiring leader, this episode is filled with actionable advice on how to thrive in t...2024-11-0635 minNet ImpactNet ImpactNet Impact Episode 9: Defending Global Cybersecurity with Paul Goldenberg, hosted by Fred MenachemIn this powerful episode of Net Impact, host Fred Menachem is joined by Paul Goldenberg, a renowned expert in law enforcement and cybersecurity, with extensive experience in combating global cyber threats. Paul shares how the relationship between technology and security has evolved over the years. He breaks down the real-world effects of cyberattacks on critical infrastructure, law enforcement, and international relations, offering unique insights into these growing challenges.  Drawing on his experience advising governments on security strategies, Paul highlights the importance of addressing extremism and radicalization in today’s digital age. Emerging technologies, he argues, demand a fre...2024-10-2343 minNet ImpactNet ImpactNet Impact Episode 8: Navigating Risk, AI, and Ethics with Malcolm Harkins, hosted by Fred MenachemIn this compelling episode of Net Impact, Fred Menachem is joined by cybersecurity veteran Malcolm Harkins, Chief Security and Trust Officer at HiddenLayer. Malcolm brings over three decades of experience—including pivotal roles at Intel and Silence—to the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape. From growing up in a challenging environment to becoming one of the most respected voices in cybersecurity, Malcolm shares how personal struggles shaped his approach to leadership and tackling cyber threats head-on. They dive into his groundbreaking work at HiddenLayer, where Malcolm is revolutionizing how AI systems are secured, then take time to explore the psyc...2024-10-0946 minNet ImpactNet ImpactNet Impact Ep 7: Cyber Resilience w/NightDragon Partner & COO Barbara Massa, hosted by Fred MenachemBarbara Massa, Partner and COO of NightDragon, joins Net Impact host Fred Menachem for a deep dive into the world of cybersecurity leadership and talent development. From her early days in Silicon Valley, to her leadership at one of the industry’s top investment firms, Barbara shares how resilience, curiosity, and relationships have fueled her career and shaped the cybersecurity landscape.  Learn about the growing demand for cybersecurity talent, the importance of diversity in teams, and why leadership in this field requires more than just technical skills. Whether you’re a tech professional, an aspiring leader, or just...2024-09-2554 minNet ImpactNet ImpactNet Impact Episode 6: Exploring Cyber Risks & Insurance with Fred Karlinsky, hosted by Fred MenachemFred Karlinsky—Shareholder and Co-Chair, Insurance Regulatory & Transactions Practice at Greenberg Traurig—joins host Fred Menachem to share his expertise in insurance regulation and cybersecurity law.  Tune in as he takes us through his unique career path, from his start in insurance regulation to becoming a top strategist in cybersecurity law. He also discusses the growing intersection of insurance and cybersecurity, the complexities of navigating regulatory environments, and his experiences negotiating with cybercriminals during ransomware incidents. Whether you're a legal professional, an insurance expert, or someone interested in the cyber landscape, this episode offers valuable takeaways on manag...2024-09-1151 minProgrammableProgrammableIs a tech degree worth it in 2024? With Puneet Saxena, co-founder of EdeptCoding bootcamps, online software development courses, and video tutorials are more prevalent than ever. It has some people asking: is a computer science degree worth it in 2024?  On Programmable Podcast episode #07, I spoke with Puneet Saxena, co-founder of Edept, a startup that builds industry-linked programs for students and universities. Edept works with companies like KPMG for data analytics, Emergo for blockchain, and ThriveDX for cybersecurity.  If you want to keep track of Puneet, check out the link below: https://edept.co https://www.linkedin.com/in/puneet-saxena/ 2024-08-2749 minNet ImpactNet ImpactNet Impact Episode 5: Cybercrime Chronicles with Stewart Hedrick, hosted by Fred MenachemIn this episode of Net Impact, host Fred Menachem sits down with Assistant State Attorney Stewart Hedrick, Chief of the Cybercrime Unit in Miami-Dade County State Attorney’s Office. Stewart takes us through his unconventional career path to becoming one of the leading prosecutors in cybercrime, tracking down digital criminals and bringing them to justice. Tune in as Stewart shares the complexities of prosecuting cybercrime cases in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. From navigating online fraud schemes to tackling human trafficking facilitated through the dark corners of the internet, Stewart offers an insider's look in...2024-08-1455 minThe Exit - Presented By FlippaThe Exit - Presented By FlippaCyber Intelligence and Serial Exits: Roy Zur's Entrepreneurial JourneyWant a quick estimate of how much your business is worth? With our free valuation calculator, answer a few questions about your business and you’ll get an immediate estimate of the value of your business. You might be surprised by how much you can get for it: https://flippa.com/exit -- This week on The Exit: Roy Zur, former founder and current CEO of ThriveDX’s Enterprise Division, shares insights from his journey as a serial entrepreneur with multiple successful exits in the cybersecurity space. Roy discusses his background in Israel's Cyber Intelligence Unit and briefly working in law...2024-08-1230 minNet ImpactNet ImpactNet Impact Episode 4: Humanizing Cybersecurity with Bindi Davé, hosted by Fred MenachemCybersecurity can seem intimidating, but there’s room in it for those with unconventional backgrounds. Bindi Davé, the Deputy CISO at DigiCert, is one of those individuals. Her journey is nothing short of inspiring—from her unconventional path into the industry to her current role leading enterprise security. Join host Fred Menachem as he and Bindi discuss her career progression, the importance of soft skills in cybersecurity, and how to foster an inclusive and supportive work environment. Bindi shares her personal experiences, including dealing with burnout, the role of mentorship, and the significance of empathy and kindness in le...2024-07-2455 minNet ImpactNet ImpactNet Impact Episode 3: Phil Zimmermann and the Encryption Revolution, hosted by Fred MenachemIt's 1991, and Phil Zimmermann, a visionary programmer, creates Pretty Good Privacy (PGP)—a revolutionary tool that empowers everyday people to encrypt their emails. But his innovation lands him in the crosshairs of the US Customs Service. His alleged crime? Violating the Arms Export Control Act. In this episode of Net Impact, our host Fred Menachem chats with Phil Zimmermann about his remarkable story. Discover how PGP revolutionized digital privacy and why it warranted an arms embargo investigation. Phil shares his insights on the evolution of encryption, the challenges of securing digital communication, and the ongoing battle for pr...2024-06-2657 minNet ImpactNet ImpactNet Impact Episode 2: State-Level Cybercrime w/State Attorney Dave Aronberg, hosted by Fred MenachemHost Fred Menachem is joined by longtime friend and former member of the Florida Senate, Dave Aronberg, the State Attorney for Palm Beach County, Florida. In addition to his work in law, Dave Aronberg was the youngest elected member of the Florida State Senate in 2002. In this second installment of Net Impact, Fred and Dave explore the intersection of law and cybersecurity. From his groundbreaking work in cracking down on fraudulent sober homes and opioid abuse to his views on landmark Supreme Court cases impacting cybersecurity, Dave offers a unique perspective on protecting our digital and national...2024-06-1246 minNet ImpactNet ImpactNet Impact Episode 1: Unveiling Cybersecurity – Navigating the Digital Landscape with Tim Roemer, hosted by Fred MenachemWelcome to the inaugural episode of Net Impact, your new go-to podcast for everything cybersecurity, brought to you by ThriveDX! Join our host, Fred Menachem, as he delves into the complexities and criticalities of cybersecurity in today’s digital world. In this episode, Fred is joined by Tim Roemer, a distinguished cybersecurity expert and former ambassador, known for his extensive experience in both government and private sectors. Together, they explore the evolving landscape of digital security, discussing the latest trends, threats, and technologies that are shaping our approach to protecting digital assets. 2024-05-2854 minThe Jew Function PodcastThe Jew Function PodcastTJF Talks Episode 60 | Can we have a definition of a Jew that's not from the negative?They should call him Fred Mensch. We thought we needed cyber security against the alarming rise (surprise surprise) in cyber attacks against Jewish institutions and Jewish individuals. But by the end of the talk, we felt there was some other force we could lean on when the going gets tough. Fred lays bare his life story, his battle with antisemitism, and his beautiful heart. Get ready to hit the ground zooming. Fred Menachem X: @FredMenachem X: @BloomberRadio 'Gray Zone' W: www.thrivedx.com ...2023-12-201h 03The Education Innovators PodcastThe Education Innovators PodcastEdmund Lim - Singapore’s Education SystemEdmund Lim is the Vice President involved in Strategic Partnerships at ClassIn.  He was previously the Asia Pacific Executive Director of University Partnerships at ThriveDX, a global cyber education company. Edmund was a Senior Vice President of a Singapore company involved in the establishment and management of international schools in Asia. He has also provided consultancy for international schools, EdTech companies, overseas ministries of education and organisations such as the World Bank. Edmund has experience as a group academic director of 5 international school campuses in Thailand. He also worked as the education director in one o...2023-12-1032 minThe Education Innovators PodcastThe Education Innovators PodcastEdmund Lim - Singapore’s Education SystemEdmund Lim is the Vice President involved in Strategic Partnerships at ClassIn.  He was previously the Asia Pacific Executive Director of University Partnerships at ThriveDX, a global cyber education company. Edmund was a Senior Vice President of a Singapore company involved in the establishment and management of international schools in Asia. He has also provided consultancy for international schools, EdTech companies, overseas ministries of education and organisations such as the World Bank. Edmund has experience as a group academic director of 5 international school campuses in Thailand. He also worked as the education director in one o...2023-12-1032 minTech Talks DailyTech Talks DailyClosing the Cyber Skills Gap: A Conversation with Roy Zur of ThriveDXIn this latest episode of the Tech Talks Daily Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Roy Zur, CEO of ThriveDX Enterprise, a company at the forefront of cybersecurity training and education. Our discussion centered around ThriveDX's innovative approach to addressing the critical cybersecurity skills gap, its unique training model, and its groundbreaking Cybersecurity Apprenticeship program. The conversation started by exploring the current cybersecurity landscape and its growing importance in a tight economy. Roy then shared his insights on how cybersecurity offers vast opportunities for individuals looking to reskill or upskill, especially in today's digital age...2023-11-2526 minThe Virtual CISO MomentThe Virtual CISO MomentInfosec Wrap Up - August 18, 2023Apple iOS Airplane Mode Fake Out https://thehackernews.com/2023/08/new-apple-ios-16-exploit-enables.html Patch Citrix https://www.theregister.com/2023/08/17/citrix_mft_exploit/ Regulators Not Going Far Enough https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2023/08/17/cyber-experts-say-regulators-arent-going-far-enough-with-their-rules/ LinkedIn Account Takeovers https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/linkedin-user-accounts-have-been-taken-over-in-huge-hacking-campaign ISC2 Rebrand https://www.linkedin.com/posts/isc2_cybersecurity-activity-7097925448025661440-YyOF Phishing Email Threat https://www.helpnetsecurity.com/2023/08/18/phishing-email-threat/ Cybersec Skills All Employees Should Have https://cybersec.thrivedx.com/s/cybersecurity-skills-every-employee-should-have-100982023-08-1815 minEGGS! The PodcastEGGS! The PodcastEggs 312: Leveraging LinkedIn to find jobs in tech with Ryan TalbertWelcome to Eggs! The Podcast, featuring the best and brightest minds in business leadership, entrepreneurship, and technology. In today's episode, we have Ryan Talbert, a full-time software engineer at 1904labs and lead instructor at ThriveDX. Ryan is a seasoned business systems developer with several years of web application design and business management experience in various sectors. He is recognized for demonstrating a natural aptitude for software engineering, as well as detailed programming and information analysis. Colleagues describe Ryan as a progressive, driven, down-to-earth, application design and business expert who can be relied on to offer superior solutions that deliver profitable...2023-06-011h 04Enterprise Podcast Network – EPNEnterprise Podcast Network – EPNTaking a People-Focused Approach to Cybersecurity to Protect Your BusinessRoy Zur, the CEO of the ThriveDX Enterprise Division, the number one global leader in cybersecurity education providing cybersecurity training to up-skill and re-skill lifelong learners joins Enterprise Radi0. The post Taking a People-Focused Approach to Cybersecurity to Protect Your Business appeared first on Enterprise Podcast Network - EPN.2023-03-0212 minThe Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationFinSean is off to new adventures and has left full-time employment with ThriveDX. This episode is a synopsis of some of the most important takeaways from the whole podcast series: the ThriveDX Educational Principles. Links and further reading: Sean’s new consultancy: EffectivEDU (EffectivEDU.com) Sean’s new podcast: Ways We Learn (anchor.fm/welearn) Episode 3 - The ThriveDX Educational Principles (https://anchor.fm/tfpe/episodes/The-ThriveDX-Educational-Principles-eo60s7/a-a46ui2n) Episode 5 - Techniques that Support Active Learning (https://anchor.fm/tfpe/episodes/Techniques-that-Support-Active-Learning-evq17f/a-a5ct10n) Episode 12 - Building a Comprehensive Assessment Strategy (https://anch...2022-10-3110 minThe Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationLearning in the Metaverse with Wes Della VollaWes Della Volla has a long history in media production and a bunch of awards for his work in VR and 360 video. He’s created some groundbreaking VR experiences and is now partnering with Meta’s immersive learning initiative. So when Wes talks about the metaverse and its utility in education, we definitely will learn something! Links and further reading: Earlier TFPE on immersive learning with VR and AR https://anchor.fm/tfpe/episodes/Immersive-Learning-with-Ben-Murphy-es7mj3 Brookings Institute publication “A whole new world: Education meets the metaverse” https://www.brooking...2022-09-051h 09The Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationThe Power of Intuitive Learning with Jenni KephartJenni Kephart is the founder of Unlocking Potential (https://www.unlockingpotentialspecialists.com/), an academic and test-prep support company on math problems, exams, essays, school projects, or other academic challenges. Jenni’s team works to “validate each student’s natural and intuitive way of thinking,” and she says they see the benefits of this extend far beyond the time the students leave her program. Come learn how she supports intuitive learning. Have a great idea for a podcast topic? You can find Sean on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, or by e-mail at seandc@thrivedx.com. Reach out and share wh...2022-08-0851 minThe Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationSocial Learning with Shaunak RoyIn this episode we learn from Shaunak Roy, the founder of Yellowdig, which is a startup that focuses on social and active learning and connection, building communities of learners in their existing learning management systems, and incentivizing engagement. Shaunak speaks about the importance of connection and motivation in learning, particularly in online scenarios, and shares how his company is trying to fill this gap.  Have a great idea for a podcast topic? You can find Sean on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, or by e-mail at seandc@thrivedx.com. Reach out and share what matters to you. 2022-07-1842 minThe Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationExperience Development with Bart ButlerBart Butler creates experiences. Among other places, he’s worked at The Disney Company and European Wax Center, and if you’ve visited either of those you know just how fanatical they are about customer experience. He now heads the Experience Development team at ThriveDX, where he works on improving the experiences of our students, faculty, and staff.  Have a great idea for a podcast topic? You can find Sean on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, or by e-mail at seandc@thrivedx.com. Reach out and share what matters to you. And finally: 🎉 TFPE was selected as one o...2022-06-2744 minThe Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationUnapologetically Black Education with Kaya HendersonKaya Henderson has a long and fascinating career journey in education, including a 6-year stint as the Chancellor of the D.C. Public School system, and has now channeled her expertise into building reconstruction.us and driving its mission of “unapologetically Black education.” Come learn about Kaya’s thoughts on inclusive and representative education, and how she’s built a thriving education platform outside the standard educational system. Links and further reading: reconstruction.us and the NPR article on it Kaya’s podcast, Pod Save the People Kaya on LinkedI...2022-06-0629 minThe Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationEducational Mythbusting with Daisy ChristodoulouDaisy Christodoulou is an expert in learning theory who has focused her career on building and evangelizing research-based practice. In this episode, Sean and Daisy talk about educational myths in the areas of learning styles, teaching knowledge vs. skills, project-based learning, rubrics, studying techniques, and more. This is a long one but trust us: Daisy is worth it. Links and further reading: Sean’s review of Teachers vs. Tech. Daisy’s website, which has all the details of her books as well as links to purchase them, and her Twitter prof...2022-05-161h 30Process Breakdown Podcast (audio)Process Breakdown Podcast (audio)Scaling Your Operations Systematically for Optimal PerformanceLast Updated on October 30, 2024 by Owen McGab Enaohwo Scaling business operations is counterproductive without the right systems and resources. The chief operating officer at ThriveDX, Rohit Sharma, adopts a systematic approach to scaling the organization’s operations effectively. Rohit Sharma is the guest in this episode of the Process Breakdown Podcast. He speaks with […] The post Scaling Your Operations Systematically for Optimal Performance appeared first on SweetProcess.2022-05-0518 minThe Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationWhat Have We Learned From Covid with Ivan, Katie, Chris, and SeanFour of ThriveDX's amazing instructors (Ivan Suarez, Katie Embrey-Farquhar, Chris Mendoza, and Sean Klitzner) talk about what they’ve learned about teaching during Covid and share what works… and what doesn’t… in online teaching. It’s a great conversation with some incredible educators, and you'll definitely learn something from them. Have a great idea for a podcast topic? You can find Sean on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, or by e-mail at seandc@thrivedx.com. Reach out and share what matters to you. And finally: 🎉 TFPE was selected as one of FeedSpot's Top 50 educational podcasts! 🎉 Check out their l...2022-05-031h 01The Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationCreating Amazing Blended Learning with Sherrina Henderson (part 2)Note: this is part 2 of a 2-part episode. If you haven’t listened to part 1 yet, you may benefit from going back to hear how we define the terms of Blended Learning and related methodologies. Sherrina Henderson, ThriveDX’s Assistant Director of Associate Director of Digital Program Strategy and Performance, has a wealth of knowledge about education from her two decades of work and study in the field. In this two-part episode, Sean and Sherrina speak about all things Blended Learning. This part examines ways to create effective Blended Learning experiences. Have a great idea for...2022-04-2653 minThe Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationCreating Amazing Blended Learning with Sherrina Henderson (part 1)Note: this is part 1 of a 2-part episode. Sherrina Henderson, ThriveDX’s Assistant Director of Associate Director of Digital Program Strategy and Performance, has a wealth of knowledge about education from her two decades of work and study in the field. In this two-part episode, Sean and Sherrina speak about all things Blended Learning. This part defines the terms of Blended Learning and related methodologies, and the next will examine ways to create effective Blended Learning experiences. Have a great idea for a podcast topic? You can find Sean on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, or by...2022-04-0425 minThe Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationFighting Math Anxiety with Dr. Aditya NagrathSean interviews Dr. Aditya Nagrath about ways e-learning has transformed education, gamification of learning, math anxiety, and how those things influence the company and app he co-founded, Elephant Learning Math Academy, which makes the amazing claim that its students progress more than a year in math understanding in just 10 weeks of using the app 30 minutes a week! Elephant Learning Math Academy is in your app store, and you can learn more about it at elephantlearning.com.  Have a great idea for a podcast topic? You can find Sean on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, or by e...2022-03-2144 minThe Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationLearning from the Learners with Andrea, Curtis, and RoofTens of thousands of learners take bootcamps every year to change careers or upskill themselves, and Sean was fortunate to be able to speak with three of them: Andrea Atkinson and Curtis Sweet (who completed the Cybersecurity Bootcamp program at U Miami), and Roof Sweatte (who completed the Digital Marketing bootcamp at NJIT). Andrea, Curtis, and Roof discuss their experience with education in general, why they chose a bootcamp, the experience of learning in a bootcamp, their experiences applying for their first jobs in their new careers, and advice for current or prospective bootcamp learners.  Have a g...2022-03-071h 02The Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationCreating Inclusive Learning (part 2) with Taris MullinsNote: this is part 2 of a 2-part episode. Taris Mullins is an expert on diversity and inclusion, and we’re lucky to learn from him in this episode of TFPE. Topics in part 2 of this episode include over-indexing for privilege, the problem with inequitable assessment, the impact of a teacher on a student’s self-perception, ways educators can create inclusive learning experiences, and the most meaningful thing you can do for your favorite teacher. Links and further reading from Taris: Taris’ LinkedIn page and email (he’d love to hear from you!) Racial Equity Institut...2022-02-1430 minThe Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationCreating Inclusive Learning (part 1) with Taris MullinsNote: this is part 1 of a 2-part episode. Taris Mullins is an expert on diversity and inclusion, and we’re lucky to learn from him in this episode of TFPE. Topics in part 1 of this episode include ways to create an inclusive learning environment, equality vs. equity, fostering introspection in educators, the importance of leadership, the “snowball effect” of inequity, and groundwater and the dying fish. (That last one will make sense once you listen, we promise.) Links and further reading from Taris: Taris’ LinkedIn page and email (he’d love to hear from you!) Rac...2022-02-1423 minThe Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationBlack History Month is About More than Celebrating with Fred Menachem, Micah Roberts, and Edson O’NealeLast week’s episode featured Fred Menachem speaking about Holocaust Remembrance Day. One of the lessons I hope you came away with was the need to fight stereotypes and oppression wherever it happens and whoever it happens to. Today Fred gave another powerful commentary on a related theme, Black History Month, and interviewed two ThriveDX employees who shared their stories as well: Micah Roberts and Edson O'Neale. You'll learn a lot from their perspectives and their overall message of making this a month not just to learn, but to learn authentically, engage with difficult topics, and take action to cr...2022-02-0434 minThe Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationHolocaust Remembrance Day with Fred MenachemIn a heartfelt talk, Fred Menachem shares his thoughts on the meaning and importance of Holocaust Remembrance Day.  Links from the episode: Maus, by Art Spiegelman CNBC article on the Tennessee school board's ban of Maus, as well as the minutes from the board meeting Have a great idea for a podcast topic? You can find Sean on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, or by e-mail. Reach out and share what matters to you.2022-01-2827 minThe Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationThe Why of Career Services with Gabi KamekonaAn accelerated professional learning program is much more than just learning a discipline; the end goal for most of our learners is landing a job.  Career Services is an essential component of their learning experience: it supports our learners during and after the academic program, prepares them for interviewing, teaches important soft skills, and empowers them to nourish and grow their careers for the future. In this episode, Sean speaks with Gabi Kamekona, our Head of Career Services, about the ways her team prepares students for the next step in their journeys. Have a g...2022-01-2138 minThe Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationSweller’s Cognitive Load Theory and Mayer’s Multimedia PrinciplesSweller’s Cognitive Load Theory and Mayer’s Multimedia Principles are two of the most fundamental and foundational elements in creating effective educational experiences. In this episode, Sean dives into the meaning of these important theories and how to apply them to generate outstanding learning outcomes.  Have a great idea for a podcast topic? You can find Sean on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, or by e-mail. Reach out and share what matters to you. References / further reading E-Learning Heroes. “Applying Mayer’s Principles of Multimedia Learning in E-Learnin...2021-12-2114 minThe Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationBuilding a Comprehensive Assessment StrategySean shares his thoughts on building a comprehensive assessment strategy: what assessment is meant to accomplish, how to use it to measure progress toward learning goals, and some tips on building your own comprehensive assessment strategy. Further reading from this episode: Anastasiya A. Lipnevich and Jeffrey K. Smith, “RESPONSE TO ASSESSMENT FEEDBACK: THE EFFECTS OF GRADES, PRAISE, AND SOURCE OF INFORMATION,” ETS Research Report Series 2008, no. 1 (June 2008): i–57, https://doi.org/10.1002/j.2333-8504.2008.tb02116.x. ASCD. “Types of Assessment - ASCD PD Online.” Accessed November 12, 2021. https://pdo.ascd.org/lmscourses/PD11OC117...2021-11-2217 minThe Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationDifficult ConversationsSean shares advice on preparing for so-called "Difficult Conversations" in hopes that your next one will be a little less difficult. Notes from the episode: Scenarios for role-play: Student isn’t doing their homework and is at risk of failing out of class Student repeatedly shows up late to class (or just doesn’t show up) Employee keeps sending strongly worded emails and it’s affecting the team dynamic Employee is always marked “Away” on Slack, or declines meetings repeatedly, or just doesn’t respond to anything You’ve already given an employee feedback on two occasio...2021-10-2230 minThe Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationLearning to Code with James QuickJames Quick is a software developer and teacher He's been a technical evangelist at Microsoft, a full stack developer at FedEx, a lead instructor at launchcode, and a developer advocate at Auth0. He's also built a successful following on social media with his YouTube channel, Twitch stream, a Discord server, and podcast. In this podcast we talk about James' experience learning to code, his approach to teaching students via online tools, and suggestions for how to become a web developer.2021-09-2137 minThe Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationThriveDXAn exciting announcement of a new name in ed tech! For more details, see this article in TechCrunch: https://techcrunch.com/2021/08/04/cybersecurity-trainer-hackeru-acquires-cybint-for-50m-say-sources/2021-08-2101 minAugmentAugmentDataiku, Correlated, MakerSights, FullStory raise funds | HackerU has acquired Cybint | Google Workspace and Miro have teamed together | HubSpot appointed Yamini Rangan to the position of CEO | STW Technic and Elevāt enter partnership to offer mobile machine IoT solution to users |Tsingyuan Ventures has now rebranded itself as Foothill VenturesHackerU, a cybersecurity technology solutions, services, and knowledge transfer company, has acquired Cybint. The combined entity’s global reach will expand following the purchase, and it will be known as ThriveDX, which stands for digital transformation.Dataiku, a platform for everyday AI, raised $300M in a Series E round led by Tiger Global, valuing the business at $4.6B. This funding will aid Dataiku in achieving its aim of systematizing data utilization for exceptional business results. Over 450 organizations use Dataiku globally.Correlated, a product-led revenue startup, has raised $8.3M in a seed round led by NextView Ve...2021-08-0502 minThe Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationMicro-school LifeSean chats with Brian Tobal about Schoolhouse (a micro-school he co-founded), its results, how it fits into the Covid and post-Covid world, and how it relates to adult education.2021-07-2141 minThe Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationManage Like a Teacher (part 2)Sean and Ryan discuss the crossovers between education and management, and demonstrate how learning more about one will help you improve at the other. This is part 2 of 2. References/further reading: Ariga, Atsunori, and Alejandro Lleras. “Brief and Rare Mental ‘Breaks’ Keep You Focused: Deactivation and Reactivation of Task Goals Preempt Vigilance Decrements.” Cognition, vol. 118, no. 3, Mar. 2011, pp. 439–43. ScienceDirect, doi:10.1016/j.cognition.2010.12.007. “Brief Diversions Vastly Improve Focus, Researchers Find.” ScienceDaily, https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/02/110208131529.htm. Accessed 14 Apr. 2021. Edmondson, A. “Learning from Failure in Health Care: Frequent Opportunities, Pervasive Barriers.” Quality & Safety in Health Care, vo...2021-06-2145 minThe Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationManage Like a Teacher (part 1)Sean and Ryan discuss the crossovers between education and management, and demonstrate how learning more about one will help you improve at the other.  This is part 1 of 2.  References/further reading: Ariga, Atsunori, and Alejandro Lleras. “Brief and Rare Mental ‘Breaks’ Keep You Focused: Deactivation and Reactivation of Task Goals Preempt Vigilance Decrements.” Cognition, vol. 118, no. 3, Mar. 2011, pp. 439–43. ScienceDirect, doi:10.1016/j.cognition.2010.12.007. “Brief Diversions Vastly Improve Focus, Researchers Find.” ScienceDaily, https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/02/110208131529.htm. Accessed 14 Apr. 2021. Edmondson, A. “Learning from Failure in Health Care: Frequent Opportunities, Pervasive Barriers.” Quality & Safety in Health Car...2021-05-2136 minThe Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationTechniques that Support Active LearningSean Dagony-Clark, Head of Education for HackerUSA, discusses how to foster a classroom full of active learning using techniques that include Checking for Understanding, Thumb Meter, prediction, Think/Pair/Share, Do Now, Exit Ticket, and Self-testing.  Active learning creates meaningful learning. While information delivery (lecture, reading, watching) is necessary to add information to the learner's knowledge base, it's not enough to create durable understanding and skills. Active learning is what accomplishes that. Active learning means mental engagement, not physical activity. An active learning experience is something more than lecture; it requires that the learner uses t...2021-04-2822 minThe Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationImmersive Learning with Ben MurphySean speaks with Ben Murphy, a deep thinker about learning innovation and emerging technologies, about immersive learning and its limitations; VR and AR applications; and how experiences in these environments build empathy. 2021-03-1543 minThe Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationThe ThriveDX Educational PrinciplesLearning is active  |  Learning is scaffolded  |  Learning is measurable  |  Learning is intentional Sean discusses the four "ThriveDX Educational Principles" that are the foundation of teaching in a ThriveDX-powered program, explains what each means, and shares ways they're applied in educational experiences. Edit: changed "HackerU" to "ThriveDX."2020-12-2429 minThe Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationHow to Thrive in Hyper GrowthKristi Riordan, an inspiring business leader with over a decade of experience working in hyper growth organizations, speaks about ways to thrive in the stress that comes along with fast growth. 2020-11-251h 00The Future of Professional EducationThe Future of Professional EducationWelcome to the Future of Professional Education!An introduction to the podcast.2020-11-1403 min