The Digital Executive

In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, host Brian Thomas speaks with Daniel Chilcott, CEO and Co-Founder of Flowgear, about the evolution of integration platforms and the transformative role AI is playing in automation. Daniel shares the origin story behind Flowgear, explaining how early challenges in CRM customization and app connectivity inspired the creation of a reusable cloud-based integration platform long before iPaaS became mainstream. Daniel dives into how AI is revolutionizing integration by enabling businesses to build workflows, automate processes, and connect systems u

In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, Brian Thomas sits down with Dr. John Bates, CEO of Doxis, to discuss how AI is transforming enterprise software, document intelligence, and business automation. With a career spanning groundbreaking companies in streaming analytics, IoT, AI-powered test automation, and enterprise platforms, John shares how his background in computer science and product innovation shaped his approach to building disruptive technologies. John explains why documents remain the “lifeblood” of modern enterprises and how Doxis is reimagining document management with

In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, Brian Thomas speaks with Jessi Szurek, Associate Partner at Synthesis, about the realities of AI transformation in financial services. With more than 17 years of experience leading enterprise transformation initiatives across 40+ countries, Jessi shares why successful AI adoption depends less on flashy technology and more on strong data foundations, governance, and human-centered design. Jessi explains how traditional consulting models often create long-term dependency, while Synthesis focuses on building client self-sufficiency through outcom

In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, Brian Thomas speaks with Ashfaque Chowdhury, CEO of Exol and former executive at CEVA Logistics and XPO Logistics, about the future of AI-driven logistics and automation. With more than two decades of experience scaling global supply chain operations, Ashfaque shares how his passion for innovation, robotics, and operational efficiency led him to build a next-generation logistics platform designed for modern commerce. Ashfaque explains how Exol combines robotics, AI-native software, and transportation into a flexible, scalable fulfillment platf

In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, Brian Thomas speaks with Tor Langøy, Norwegian entrepreneur and founder of Viking Digital, about the critical intersection of energy, finance, and AI infrastructure. Drawing from decades of global experience across companies like BP and Amoco, Tor explains how his deep understanding of the energy sector laid the foundation for building next-generation AI compute platforms. Tor highlights why Norway and Finland are emerging as prime hubs for hyperscale AI infrastructure, citing abundant hydropower, nuclear energy access, natural cooling, and ge

In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, Brian Thomas sits down with Mike Liberty, co-founder and Chief Risk Officer of Signifyd, to unpack the evolving battle between online merchants and fraudsters. Drawing on a career that spans JPMorgan Chase and PayPal, Mike shares how a surprising insight—that merchants unfairly shoulder fraud liability—sparked the creation of Signifyd. Mike explains how the company flips the traditional model by protecting merchants while still enabling seamless customer experiences. Rather than blocking transactions outright, Signifyd focuses on identifying l

In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, Brian Thomas sits down with Alexandre Mongeon, CEO and co-founder of Vision Marine Technologies, to explore how electrification is transforming the marine industry. With over 25 years of experience, Alexandre shares the pivotal moments—from early electric prototypes to record-breaking performance—that led him to pioneer high-performance electric boating. He dives into the development of Vision Marine’s eMotion technology, a powerful 700-volt system designed to bring scalable, high-speed electric propulsion to the water. Alexandre also unpacks

In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, Brian Thomas speaks with Matthew Stewart, founder of TalentSprout, about how conversational voice AI is transforming the hiring process. Drawing from his experience as a software engineer and frequent recruiter, Matthew shares how overwhelming applicant volume and repetitive screening calls inspired him to build an AI-powered solution. TalentSprout automates first-round interviews by conducting natural, real-time conversations with candidates in over 50 languages—eliminating scheduling headaches, reducing no-shows, and delivering same-day rank

In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, Brian Thomas sits down with David Fattal, co-founder and CTO of Leia, Inc., to explore the future of immersive technology and spatial AI. With a background in quantum computing and nano-photonics, David shares how his early research led to the breakthrough invention of light field display technology—powering today’s glasses-free 3D experiences. David explains how Leia’s platform bridges the gap between 2D content and immersive 3D by using AI to reconstruct depth in real time, enabling everything from photos to videos to become interactive, lif

In this episode of The Digital Executive, Brian Thomas sits down with Yehuda Niv, CEO and co-founder of Spines, to explore how AI is transforming the publishing industry. After struggling to publish his own book, Yehuda set out to fix a broken system—first by building Israel’s largest publishing house, and now by launching Spines, a fully tech-driven platform for authors. Yehuda explains how AI is radically reducing the time, cost, and complexity of publishing—turning processes that once took months into minutes. From automated editing and cover design to AI-generated audiobooks and global di

In this episode of The Digital Executive, Brian Thomas speaks with Gini Graham Scott, a prolific author, game designer, and creative force behind more than 300 books and 150 games. Gini shares how a lifelong habit of turning experiences—both good and bad—into creative output fueled her extraordinary career. She explains her philosophy of “almost perfect is good enough,” emphasizing progress over perfection as the key to consistent productivity at scale. From writing children’s books at age six to uncovering scams that inspired bestselling titles and films, Gini reveals how curiosity and adapt

In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, Brian Thomas sits down with Matthew Kael Swanson, a longtime AI entrepreneur and founder of StaffAI, to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping business models and the modern workforce. Matthew explains the shift from traditional subscription pricing to outcome-based models, where AI is paid based on results—like revenue generated—rather than usage. He shares real-world examples of AI employees taking over repetitive desktop tasks while enabling human workers to move into higher-value, more meaningful roles. The conversation also tackl

In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, Brian Thomas speaks with Nadav Cornberg, CEO and co-founder of Eve Security, about the rising need for governance in the age of autonomous AI agents. Nadav shares how his early work in mobile security shaped his perspective on managing “digital strangers” inside enterprise systems. He explains why traditional security models fall short as AI agents gain access to critical business platforms—and why real-time governance, not just detection, is essential to prevent costly failures. Nadav introduces the concept of “agent-in-the-loop” oversight, a

In this episode of The Digital Executive podcast, host Brian Thomas speaks with Ron Shriberg shares insights from over two decades working with Fortune 100 organizations at the intersection of cybersecurity, risk, and AI. He reflects on a defining early-career moment that shaped his perspective on technology adoption, highlighting the persistence required to drive innovation in the face of resistance. Ron dives into how AI is reshaping banking, financial services, and insurance—not by simply adding more technology, but by streamlining workflows, enhancing decision-making, and strengthening ris

In this episode of The Digital Executive podcast, host Brian Thomas speaks with Sebastian Scott, co-founder and CEO of Clera, about how AI is reshaping the hiring landscape. Sebastian shares his entrepreneurial journey—from launching his first company at 17 to building Clera into a fast-growing AI-powered talent platform with over 75,000 professionals and 500+ startup clients. He explains how Clera flips the traditional recruiting model with a candidate-first approach, using AI agents to replicate and scale the work of human recruiters. The conversation dives into what’s broken in today’s hiri

In this episode of The Digital Executive podcast, host Brian Thomas speaks with Jennifer Kolb, Vice President of Partnership and Workforce Development at MedCerts, to explore how workforce development is evolving in a rapidly changing world. Jennifer shares her passion for connecting people to meaningful, outcomes-driven opportunities and explains how traditional education models are being complemented by faster, more targeted pathways like apprenticeships. She dives into the growing disconnect between employers and job seekers, outlining practical strategies to bridge the gap—such as employer

In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas speaks with Charles Yeomans, Co-founder and CEO of Atombeam Technologies, about tackling one of the biggest challenges in tech today: the explosion of machine-generated data. Charles shares his unique career journey from U.S. Navy intelligence officer to entrepreneur, highlighting how curiosity and a drive to solve complex problems led him to build and scale multiple companies. That same mindset now fuels Atombeam’s mission to transform how data is processed and transmitted. At the core of the conversation is a growing global issue—da

In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas sits down with Aaron Vaccaro, Partner at WestRiver Group and President of Singularity University, to explore the intersection of innovation, investment, and human-centered leadership. Aaron shares his unconventional career journey—from aspiring athlete and physicist to venture capitalist and global innovation leader—highlighting the importance of curiosity, mentorship, and choosing the right people over rigid career paths. He reflects on his early experience helping scale Topgolf into a global brand, where he learned how to grow a bus

In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas welcomes Denis Whelan, CEO of Documo, an AI-forward healthcare SaaS company transforming how unstructured documents move through the healthcare system. With a career spanning multiple industries, Denis shares how his passion for solving “problems in broad daylight”—combined with a personal experience helping his father navigate outdated healthcare processes, led him to tackle one of healthcare’s biggest inefficiencies: document-driven administrative complexity. Denis explains why, even in 2026, nearly 70% of healthcare communications

In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas sits down with Katie Fortunato, co-founder and EVP of Platform Innovation and Strategy at Hire Innovations. Katie shares her unconventional journey from aspiring actress to tech innovator, highlighting how her early experiences in media, brand marketing, and entrepreneurship shaped her mission to fix a broken hiring system. Katie dives into how Hire Innovations is transforming talent acquisition through its ecosystem of platforms—Recruitics, Talivity, and the newly launched Jobstream—by combining AI-powered tools with a deeply human-c

In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas speaks with Ian Baer, founder and CEO of Sooth, reveals why traditional marketing is fundamentally flawed—relying too heavily on demographics and past behavior while ignoring the emotional drivers behind decisions. He introduces his “emotional blueprint” method, powered by AI, which analyzes millions of real-time signals to predict why people buy with up to 91% accuracy. Ian explains how emotional connection—not data volume—is the true driver of customer value, often increasing it fivefold. He also explores why most marketing is becom

In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas speaks with Kevin Ray, CTO and co-founder of Nomo SmartCare, shares how his 25-year career in gaming and consumer electronics shaped a new approach to connected healthcare. Drawing parallels between gaming and health tech, he highlights the importance of security, scalable infrastructure, and intuitive user experience—especially for aging populations. Inspired by personal family experiences, Kevin built Nomo to passively monitor daily activity and detect when something’s wrong—answering a simple but critical question: “How’s mom?” He

In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas speaks with Chris Hauth, CEO of air up, shares how a university concept evolved into a nine-figure global brand redefining how we drink water. He explains the science behind Scentaste, flavoring water through scent alone, and how it tackles hidden sugar consumption, a major driver of health issues. Chris also reveals key lessons from scaling during hypergrowth, navigating COVID, and expanding across diverse international markets. Looking ahead, he explores the shift toward science-driven, functional consumer products and how air up ai

In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas speaks with Anshuman Yadav, founder of NeuraCraft, shares how fragmented financial systems are holding leaders back—and why traditional FP&A is too reactive for today’s pace. He explains how his AI-native CFO platform, StratiqAI, unifies data, embeds institutional memory, and enables real-time decision-making. Drawing on global experience across the U.S., India, and Canada, Anshuman highlights how capital allocation strategies vary—and why the future belongs to leaders who combine speed with discipline. Looking ahead, he explores how

In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas speaks with Jim Kras, CEO of Edible Garden, shares how controlled environment agriculture is reshaping the future of food. Drawing on his background in consumer brands and advertising, Jim explains how consistency, freshness, and trust are critical in today’s supply chain—and why traditional farming struggles to deliver all three. He dives into how Edible Garden uses ag-tech, patented systems, and local greenhouse operations to ensure transparency, food safety, and over 98% fulfillment rates. Looking ahead, Jim explores how climate ch

In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas speaks with Dr. Peter McAllister who shares his journey from early programming to leading data and AI initiatives across mining, healthcare, and supply chain industries. He explains why storytelling—through his sci-fi novel The Code—is a powerful way to explore real-world AI risks and ethical dilemmas. Peter dives into the challenges leaders face as AI evolves faster than governance, warning against blindly automating flawed processes and emphasizing the importance of trust, strong business foundations, and human oversight. Looking ah

In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas speaks with Angel Tuccy, media expert, bestselling author, and creator of the Pod-licity Method, shares how a podcast she launched for fun turned into a 10-year award-winning radio career—and a platform that now helps entrepreneurs amplify their message. Angel explains why podcast guesting is one of the most underutilized growth strategies today, offering unmatched reach, flexibility, and long-term visibility without the need for travel or large budgets. She highlights powerful success stories of clients who’ve landed major media feat

In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas speaks with  Boomer Anderson, CEO of Troscriptions, shares how a personal health scare at age 30 reshaped his mission from finance to health optimization. Now leading one of the fastest-growing healthcare companies in the U.S., he’s tackling the flaws of the supplement industry with physician-formulated, precision-dose solutions designed for real results. Boomer explains why today’s system is built around disease management—not true health—and how education, transparency, and proactive care can change that. Looking ahead, he explores

In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas speaks with  Omar Sarieddine, co-founder of Ticmint, shares how his journey from community event organizer to tech entrepreneur led him to rethink the entire ticketing ecosystem. Frustrated by fragmented platforms and lack of control for creators, Omar built Ticmint as a “Shopify for ticketing”—giving organizers full ownership of their audience, data, and revenue streams. He explores how blockchain can bring transparency, reduce fraud, and enable programmable features like royalties and price controls, while emphasizing that true inno

In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas speaks with Joanne Frederick, founder of Government Market Strategies, shares insights from 30+ years in federal healthcare. She explains how decades of incremental policy changes have created overwhelming complexity—and why true progress requires rethinking system design, not just fixing parts. Joanne discusses aligning incentives, improving access and continuity of care, and simplifying operations to deliver real outcomes for patients, military families, and providers. Looking ahead, she highlights the need for bold, intentional ref

In this episode of The Digital Executive podcast, host Brian Thomas speaks with David Balan, co-founder of Selluna.ai, shares how he scaled an Amazon agency to over $1B in managed revenue—and why product imagery is the most misunderstood driver of e-commerce growth. He explains how optimizing a single main image can dramatically increase clicks, conversions, and long-term sales performance. David also dives into how AI is transforming e-commerce by unlocking massive datasets, enabling continuous optimization of listings, ads, and content. The result: faster growth, lower costs, and a new era w

In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas speaks with Tim Thomson, founder of Cyber Trends, shares hard-earned lessons from scaling an MSP to $7M in recurring revenue. He explains why many owners become the bottleneck—and how ego, lack of delegation, and weak processes hold businesses back. Tim emphasizes the power of simple, repeatable systems, strong leadership, and operational maturity to unlock real growth. He also explores how AI is reshaping the MSP landscape, separating those who embrace efficiency and outcomes from those who risk falling behind. If you liked what you

In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas speaks with Dr. Wendy Lynch—researcher, author, and analytic translator—explores why organizations struggle to turn data and AI into meaningful decisions. She reveals that the disconnect between business leaders and data teams is systemic, driven by misaligned communication, goals, and expectations. Wendy shares practical strategies for closing this gap, including focusing on purpose over outputs and asking better questions from the start. She also highlights the growing role of analytic translators as trusted intermediaries who bridg

In this episode of The Digital Executive podcast, host Brian Thomas speaks with Andrew Thomas, VP of Marketing at Acclaro, explores how localization has evolved from simple translation into a strategic growth driver. He explains why sustainable growth depends on delivering consistent, high-quality outcomes—not just volume—and how localization directly impacts global revenue. Andrew highlights where AI is transforming the industry through scale and automation, while emphasizing the continued importance of human expertise for cultural nuance, accountability, and accuracy. Looking ahead, he share

In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, host Brian Thomas speaks with Rahul Powar—serial entrepreneur and technologist behind Shazam and Red Sift—explores the evolving challenges of internet security. He shares how today’s internet was never designed for modern threats, leaving organizations exposed to complex, layered vulnerabilities. Rahul explains why AI is both a powerful defense tool and a growing risk, creating an arms race between attackers and defenders. Looking ahead, he outlines a shift from reactive cybersecurity to proactive, architecture-driven protection—where trust, au

In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, host Brian Thomas speaks with Garth Coleman, who shares how decades of experience in enterprise software, 3D visualization, and AI led him to tackle one of industry’s biggest challenges: translating complexity into clarity. He explains why the real gap in modern enterprises isn’t technology—but how knowledge is delivered to people. Garth introduces the concept of a “visual execution layer” to connect engineering, manufacturing, and frontline workers with dynamic, interactive content. He also explores how generative AI can capture institutional

In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, host Brian Thomas speaks with Arjun Arora, founder of Advisor AI, an AI-native platform transforming how educational institutions support student success and workforce readiness. Drawing from his own experience as a first-generation immigrant navigating complex systems, Arjun shares how access to the right guidance and resources can dramatically accelerate personal and professional growth. Arjun explains that today’s education landscape faces mounting challenges—from declining enrollment and low retention rates to increasing pressure to demonst

In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, host Brian Thomas welcomes Nicolas Genest, serial founder and CEO of CodeBoxx. A former multi-exit CTO who has helped build technology organizations generating over $1 billion in annual revenue, Nicolas shares the key insight that shaped his entrepreneurial journey: great technology companies are ultimately built by great people. Nicolas discusses how his experience leading development teams taught him that talent and motivation matter more than traditional credentials. At CodeBoxx, he’s proving that technologists can come from anywhere—from ba

In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, host Brian Thomas speaks with Trevor Colhoun, Founder and CEO of TPN Health, a national clinician network and care navigation platform focused on improving the quality, accessibility, and accountability of behavioral healthcare. Drawing from personal experiences with a family member navigating addiction treatment, Trevor shares how he discovered just how fragmented and analog the behavioral health system remains, and why that realization inspired him to build a better infrastructure. Trevor explains that one of the biggest barriers in behaviora

In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, host Brian Thomas welcomes Viktor Ihnatiuk, a veteran Bitcoin and Web3 engineer and the co-founder and CEO of UTEXO. With more than a decade of experience building crypto infrastructure and scaling Web3 ventures, Viktor shares the journey that shaped his path from engineer to serial entrepreneur and leader in the blockchain ecosystem. Viktor discusses the motivation behind building UTEXO, a Bitcoin-native stablecoin settlement network backed by Tether. He explains the limitations of traditional blockchain payment systems—such as block times and

In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas speaks with Jaisimha Rao, Founder and CEO of Niqo Robotics, an agricultural technology company building AI-powered robots for precision farming. A former BlackRock vice president who managed multi-billion-dollar portfolios during the 2008 financial crisis, Rao shares how the discipline, risk management, and long-term thinking from finance helped shape his entrepreneurial journey into agricultural robotics. Rao explains how Niqo Robotics developed one of the first commercial “green-on-green” AI spot-spraying systems, enabling machines

In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas sits down with Dr. Colin Robertson, Chief Product Officer at Zinzino and an environmental physiologist with a PhD in exercise physiology. With a career spanning elite sports performance, clinical health strategy, and global wellness initiatives, Dr. Robertson shares how pivotal moments—from working with Olympic athletes to returning to the hospital as a clinical exercise physiologist—shaped his mission to bridge high-performance science with everyday health. Dr. Robertson explains how rigorous sports science and clinical research can

In this episode of The Digital Executive, Brian Thomas sits down with Pramin Pradeep, Co-Founder and CEO of BotGauge AI, to explore why traditional quality assurance is breaking under the pressure of modern release cycles. Pramin explains how software delivery has accelerated from quarterly releases to daily—and even hourly—deployments, leaving legacy QA models struggling to keep pace. BotGauge AI addresses this gap with an autonomous QA-as-a-service model that combines AI-native testing agents with forward-deployed engineers to ensure accuracy, speed, and accountability. He shares how this hy

In this episode of The Digital Executive, Brian Thomas reconnects with Vikram Chalana, CEO and Co-founder of PictoryAI, to discuss how AI is transforming video creation for businesses and creators. Vikram shares how steep learning curves and expensive outsourcing made traditional video tools inaccessible to most users. PictoryAI was built to eliminate complexity—replacing timeline-based editing with a simple, PowerPoint-style interface and solving the “cold start” problem by instantly turning blogs, scripts, and ideas into ready-to-edit videos. He also explains the company’s strategic decision

In this episode of The Digital Executive, Brian Thomas sits down with Alex Roy Rajan, Founder and CEO of SalesboxAI, to explore how AI is transforming modern go-to-market strategy. Alex shares why traditional GTM models are fundamentally broken—fragmented systems, lead-centric thinking, non-actionable signals, and manual execution that slows revenue teams down. He explains how SalesboxAI replaces campaign-driven workflows with a signal-driven engine powered by collaborative AI agents, including intent, outreach, advertising, and orchestration agents working together in real time. The conversat

In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas sits down with Carmit Glick, CEO of Ship4wd, shares how digital platforms are transforming global freight amid rising tariffs, geopolitical shifts, and ongoing supply chain disruption. With more than two decades in international trade, Carmit explains why traditional logistics models can’t keep pace with today’s volatility—and how real-time pricing, route transparency, and 24/7 digital access are becoming essential for businesses, especially SMBs. She discusses cultural resistance to change, the growing need for risk mitigation, and h

In this episode of The Digital Executive, Brian Thomas sits down with Dan Zaniewski, Chief Technology Officer at Auvik, to explore how MSPs and IT leaders can navigate today’s increasingly complex technology landscape. With over 20 years in technology leadership, Dan shares why fragmented tooling remains one of the biggest challenges for managed service providers, who often juggle 10+ platforms across networks, SaaS apps, endpoints, security, and now AI systems. As shadow AI and tool sprawl accelerate, MSPs are being pushed beyond infrastructure management into governing digital behavior, comp

In this episode of The Digital Executive, Brian Thomas speaks with Jude Odu, Founder and President of Health Cost IQ, about the staggering $1.6 trillion in annual waste embedded in the U.S. healthcare system. Drawing from his doctoral research, Jude explains how more than half of employer-sponsored health plan spending can be lost to overcharges, billing errors, inflated pharmacy costs, and fraud—often because waste is built into the business model. He shares how AI-driven claims auditing, predictive modeling, and pharmacy optimization can deliver immediate, measurable savings for self-funded

In this episode of The Digital Executive, Brian Thomas sits down with Pamela Eyring, President of The Protocol School of Washington, to explore why protocol, executive presence, and cultural intelligence matter more than ever in today’s AI-driven business world. Pamela explains that while AI can accelerate workflows and draft communications, it cannot build trust, interpret diplomatic nuance, or repair strained relationships. In high-stakes global environments—where hierarchy, symbolism, and cultural sensitivity shape outcomes—human behavior becomes a strategic advantage. She shares how her sc

In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas sits down with Sam Bremner, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of IVEST Consumer Partners, to explore why licensing has evolved from a marketing tactic into a board-level growth strategy. With global licensed merchandise and services reaching $369 billion, Sam explains the two major forces fueling the surge: capital-light expansion and high-margin royalty models that appeal to institutional investors. He breaks down why franchise IP continues to outperform digital-native brands in long-term value creation—and how experienced operators ca