Tech Talks
Harvey Nash
Welcome to Tech Talks (A Podcast about Technology Leaders and Leadership).
We explore the stories behind the most recognisable names in industry and the startups you’re yet to hear from. The innovation, cultural transformation and investment stories driving technology with host David Savage.
If you’re interested in the latest ideas on AI, data, cyber-security this is the show for you. Follow and join the conversation.
Tech Talks is powered by Harvey Nash, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at https://www.harveynash.co.uk/
We explore the stories behind the most recognisable names in industry and the startups you’re yet to hear from. The innovation, cultural transformation and investment stories driving technology with host David Savage.
If you’re interested in the latest ideas on AI, data, cyber-security this is the show for you. Follow and join the conversation.
Tech Talks is powered by Harvey Nash, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at https://www.harveynash.co.uk/
Episodes
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May 14, 2021 • 28min
Data and NLP are driving better patient outcomes in dealing with mental health conditions
Andy Blackwell, Chief Science Officer at Ieso Digital Health, talks candidly about the impact of the pandemic on mental health, on how we can ensure people feel safe accessing therapy, and what technology can do to help deliver better treatment.
May 11, 2021 • 43min
In the 400th show we ask why more women aren't in the industry than at the time of episode 1.
In our 400th show we're tackling gender diversity with four incredible friends of Tech Talks; Vanessa Vallely, Yessi Bello-Perez, Vero Vergara and Cat Wildman. Also, who are you, Mongolian fan(s)?
https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessavallely/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/yessibelloperez/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronica-celis-vergara/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/catwildman/
May 7, 2021 • 39min
Spotify are determined to take you on an audio journey, not just to the next click.
Oskar Stal is VP Personalisation at Spotify, and joins the podcast to talk us through the vision the world's largest audio streaming service has for us. It's not about the next click, but a journey. However, how can we still hope to find the little-known gems in this new data-driven world?
To find out more about the Spotify product story check out this series: https://open.spotify.com/show/3L9tzrt0CthF6hNkxYIeSB?si=Wkrg1GZMTBKn6GXF7Voj0g&nd=1
May 4, 2021 • 38min
Ben Hansford explains why a break with tradition can create digital boot camps up to the task!
Ben is MD of Apprenticeships at Firebrand Training. In this latest episode we chat about the challenges facing those looking into the market, why there is resistance from business when they're so short staffed, and how a new approach to boot camps could change the whole dynamic of the schemes and market.
Apr 30, 2021 • 36min
Aline Muylaert is building a technology offering to restore faith in government.
Aline is co-founder of CitizenLab, a digital democracy builder. We all know trust in government is at a low-ebb, but Aline is using technology to reach more citizens, set up and manage efficient participation processes, and drive better policy decisions.
Apr 27, 2021 • 33min
Matthew Bryant tells us how security professionals need advocate their role as growth enablers.
Matthew is CISO at 118 118 Money. In today's show he shares his thoughts on the role security professionals play in startups, and how they need to be see as growth enablers. In his role he helps make sure fintech organisations have risk management and cyber strategy in place, which might have to be retro-fitted.
Apr 23, 2021 • 31min
We need plastics, but Tom van Aken explains that not all plastics are created equal.
Tom van Aken is CEO of Avantium, a business that believes in a fossil-free world and is helping achieve that by making plastics from plants. We learn how they're working with brands to create choice for customers that's tangible and exciting.
Also on the show we're talking about CimateCare's digital carbon footprint infographic: https://www.climatecare.org/resources/news/infographic-carbon-footprint-internet/
Apr 20, 2021 • 30min
We can achieve great value through doing less, Addepar VP Bob tell us.
Bob is VP at Addepar, and in charge of their engineering function. As we look to a hybrid working-environment, Bob shares his thoughts on how this might work and the considerations an organisation needs to make, as well as thinking about how much we're asking our people to do.
Apr 16, 2021 • 34min
To execute digital strategy you need talent; to attract talent you need kick-ass tech. What gives?
Stephen, And Digital's Chief for Consulting, talks to the show about the trends in the market, and challenges facing businesses, as they adopt digital. We have talked 'transformation' to death, but it doesn't mean everyone gets it right, and how do you attract the people to make it a success?
Apr 13, 2021 • 35min
Making farming entrepreneurial and transparent with Blockchain.
Genevieve is building a platform to help small holder farmers trace their goods and earn money that allows them to not just survive, but thrive. Using Blockchain her business is transforming the lives of farmers in Haiti.
