Tech in Ten: Recent Episodes
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The show that brings you 10-minute conversations with thought leaders in the tech space.
We cover; data, leadership, development, startup life, hot topics of the week, and advice for anyone looking to build a strong career in tech.
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Hosted by Ben Malloy.
We sit down with Peyman Pouryekta, Interim CTO at KUGU, to delve into the fascinating world of ChatGPT and explore its potential as your personalized and intelligent companion in the future.
The development of large language models (LLMs) has been progressing at an astonishing pace, exemplified by the rapid growth of ChatGPT and the diverse range of use cases that emerge each day. However, despite their impressive capabilities, current systems like ChatGPT are organized in a hierarchical and static manner, often lacking the ability to truly adapt to individual needs and preferences.
Peyman is a visionary leader in the field of AI, shares his insights on the future of ChatGPT and its potential to revolutionize the way we interact with intelligent virtual companions. He explores the challenges faced in creating more personalized and adaptable LLMs, highlighting the importance of context-awareness, dynamic learning, and user feedback in enhancing the user experience.
Ben sits down with Richard Wilcox, Vice President of Solution Consulting at Kalibrate, a leading provider of location intelligence solutions. In this captivating conversation, Richard unravels the world of location data, exploring its significance, applications, and the value it brings to clients.
Drawing from his extensive expertise, Richard sheds light on the fundamental nature of location data and its transformative potential. Discover how this invaluable resource empowers businesses across various industries to make informed decisions, optimize operations, and uncover hidden opportunities.
We sit down with Peer Schaefer, Senior Manager of Delivery at Kalibrate, a leading location intelligence company, to delve into the realm of delivery management amidst rapid company growth. In this engaging conversation, Peer sheds light on the unique challenges faced when companies experience exponential growth, including increased complexities and the need for enhanced visibility.
Drawing from his extensive experience, Peer unravels the intricacies of managing deliveries during times of rapid expansion. Discover the strategies and best practices employed to streamline operations, maintain high-quality standards, and ensure customer satisfaction in the face of mounting complexities.
Peer provides valuable insights into the importance of scalable processes, efficient resource allocation, and effective communication channels to optimize delivery management. Gain a deeper understanding of how companies can navigate the challenges that arise, such as scaling logistics, coordinating cross-functional teams, and leveraging technology solutions to enhance visibility and control.
Ben sits down with Atanas Nikolaev, Data Manager at Boring Money, to explore the fascinating world of data-driven insights in the realm of finance. In this engaging conversation, Atanas reveals how Boring Money effectively leverages data and customer insights to support their clients, including big financial institutions, asset managers, and investment platforms.
With his expertise in data management and analytics, Atanas delves into the methodologies and approaches employed by Boring Money to gather, analyze, and interpret vast amounts of data. Discover how they utilize cutting-edge technologies and data visualization tools to unlock valuable information hidden within the complex financial landscape.
In this episode, Ben sits down with Keith Hughes, Global Development Manager at Culligan, to dive deep into the fascinating world of water technology and remote project management. Keith shares his invaluable insights on how Waterlogic, a renowned leader in water purification solutions, triumphed over the challenges of a remote project rollout in Australia.
We sit down with Catherine, the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at GoBubble, a leading tech company revolutionizing social media platforms. Join us as Catherine shares her invaluable wisdom and experiences on how to successfully adapt to your first CTO role and thrive in the dynamic world of technology.
As a seasoned industry professional with a proven track record, Catherine offers practical advice, strategic insights, and hard-earned lessons to aspiring and newly-appointed CTOs. From understanding the unique challenges and responsibilities of the role to implementing effective leadership strategies, Catherine's wealth of knowledge will inspire and empower you to excel in your own journey.
Noam is CTO @ Yapily and is a highly experienced CTO / R&D manager, supervising all technology and product delivery aspects.
Yapily is Europe’s leading open banking infrastructure platform solving a fundamental problem in financial services today.
During this Tech in Ten, Ben sits down with Noam to discover his biggest learnings through his career, the importance of people in technology and how to develop in your technology career; finding the best route for your personality.
Max is Growth Manager @ Unstoppable Finance.
Unstoppable Finance's mission is to empower people around the world to access, interact with and unlock financial opportunities of the decentralized economy. They're providing the bridge for mass market consumers to the world of DeFi.
During this Tech in Ten, Ben sits down with Max to discuss his route into a career in Crypto, starting out as a passion, now leading Growth Management for Unstoppable Finance.
Stijn Litjes is Data Analyitics Lead @ Anglo American
Anglo American is a leading global mining company and our products are the essential ingredients in almost every aspect of modern life.
During this episode, Ben and Stijn sit down to discuss the data involved in the business, Stijn also shares industry knowledge and day-to-day use cases around risk management & audits.
Geoffrey is a highly experienced software engineer with a senior management track record. He is currently Head of Developer eXperience @ Upvest GmbH.
Upvest is the Investment API. Empowering financial institutions to offer investment products in their app with a modular, scalable and accessible solution.
During this episode, Ben and Geoffrey sit down to discuss his role as Head of Developer eXperience, and what this means for his developers and engineers, and the business.
Aymeric is CTO @ Qonto
Aymeric has built multiple innovative services with a strong focus on customer experience, innovation, quality and reliability. He loves fast-moving projects and entrepreneurial cultures.
Qonto is the leading European business finance solution. It simplifies everything from everyday banking and financing, to bookkeeping and spend management. Qonto energizes SMEs and freelancers so that they can achieve more.
Aymeric is CTO @ Qonto
Aymeric has built multiple innovative services with a strong focus on customer experience, innovation, quality and reliability. He loves fast-moving projects and entrepreneurial cultures.
Qonto is the leading European business finance solution. It simplifies everything from everyday banking and financing, to bookkeeping and spend management. Qonto energizes SMEs and freelancers so that they can achieve more.
Mirko is Vice President Of Engineering at Staffbase.
Mirko is a deeply committed leader for complex projects and engineering communities with broad experience in IT, especially the intranet software industry.
Staffbase provides an internal communications platform to unite companies and their employees behind a common purpose.
During this episode, Ben sits down with Mirko to discuss how the teams at Staffbase are structured, and Mirko's approach to engineering leadership.
Ben Brown is a London-based technology leader, currently CTO @ Onto
Onto is Europe's largest electric car subscription service. Having grown at over 550% annually and with over 6,000 cars at the end of 2021 - Onto is helping thousands make the switch to driving electric.
During this episode, 'The Bens' sit down to discuss EQ over IQ, moving from an IC to a leadership role, and learning about empathy on his journey in tech.
Morys is Head of Data and Technology Services at Mindshare.
MIndshare are a global media agency network of 10,000 people united by our desire to drive good growth.
During this podcast episode, Ben sits down with Morys to discuss the tech power games we're currently seeing, the change in power from companies like Facebook, Netflix and google and how smaller/newer companies like tiktok are disrupting the scene.
Johannes is CTO/CEO of By The Ways
By The Ways is a travel tech startup for route planning. Turn every journey into an exciting route. Explore your current route in real-time. Find exciting stops and ideas for detours - whenever you need them.
During this podcast, Ben sits down with Johannes to discuss where the initial idea came from, the challenges of creating a new startup business and the future of the company
Robin is Field Chief Technology Officer at Databricks, and previously spent over two decades at Microsoft UK as Chief Data Officer.
Robin has spent most of her career ensuring organizations have the tools to leverage the zetabytes of data available today to achieve their digital transformation vision. Whether increasing operational efficiency, improving employee or customer experience, or creating new and innovative products and solutions.
During this episode, Ben sits down with Robin to discuss the innovative work Databricks is doing, including the innovative Data lakehouse!
Robert is Head of Data @ Covéa Insurance
During this episode of Tech in Ten, Ben sits down with Rob to discuss promoting a progressive data culture across a whole business, getting value from data, and Rob's biggest learnings throughout his career.
• Data Culture, getting value from Data and starting from the ground
• Possibility of discussing his own personal journey to Head of Data
Jan Brenneke is Chief Operations Officer at Talixo.
Talixo is the world’s leading B2B ground transportation solution.
During this episode of Tech in Ten, Ben is joined by Co-Host, Shaun Smallridge. They sit down with Jan to discuss how to structure a recruitment process to ensure every individual candidate has a positive experience.
Eddie Lau is VP Software Engineering @ Crypto.com
Founded in 2016, Crypto.com serves more than 50 million customers and is the world's fastest-growing global cryptocurrency platform.
During this episode, Ben sits down with Eddie to discuss Tech Team Culture – How Eddie builds expectations and reacts to unexpected situations, as well as promoting a learning-oriented culture.
Kimberly is Co-Founder & Co-CEO @ Likeminded
Likeminded is a venture-backed mental healthcare company based in Berlin. They're reinventing how mental health care is perceived and delivered through a digital platform and in-person experience, integrating authenticity, empathy and a modern brand to reduce the stigma around mental health and build the most elevated end-to-end mental healthcare experience that will bring high-quality mental health support to everyone.
During this episode of Tech in Ten, Ben sits down with Kimberly to discuss why mental health matters and why it's a workplace topic (as well), as well as how to combine personal mental health and being a leader in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Dino Scheidt is currently interim CTO @ Twinwin
With twinwin, you can relieve your HR department from all the legal overhead holding you back from the truly productive day-to-day business.
During this episode, Ben sits down with Dino to discuss his Lawyers Code, and how Lawyers/domain experts and Software Engineers can work together in harmony to produce great results.
Patrick is Head of Insight @ Co-op Insurance, driving customer, commercial and regulatory outcomes for a leading ethical insurer within an £11.2bn co-operative business.
During this episode, Ben sits down with Patrick to discuss his day-to-day role as Head of Insight, and how inspiring it can be to work in a business that aligns with personal values and motivations.
Steven Tallant is Chief Executive Officer at Videosign Ltd
Videosign’s unique combination of online video meetings, secure digital signing, innovative ID&V, and robust compliance features help you to close more business and offer a better customer experience while saving time and money.
Steven Tallant is Chief Executive Officer at Videosign Ltd
During this episode, Ben sits down with Steven to discuss how the tech works, the safety checks put in place by Videosign, who it's for and the benefits of the product.
Simon is the Founder & Director of Gravitywell
During this episode, Simon talks to Ben about his experience of Gravitywell becoming B Corp Certified, what that means for the business and what the process entails.
Jérôme is co-founder at Creatext
With Creatext, sales reps book more customer meetings thanks to hyper-personalization with AI.
During this episode, Ben and co-host Shaun sit down with Jérôme to discuss artificial intelligence, natural language processing, and creating a feedback loop from customers to strengthen the AI and the Creatext platform.
Christina is Engineering Mananger @ Kitchen Stories
Kitchen Stories is a video-based, cross-media cooking platform, available as an app, website, on Smart TVs or via the Amazon Echo Show. In addition to free recipes for every occasion, HD video tutorials and inspirational articles, users can also upload their own culinary creations to the platform and exchange ideas with the global community.
During this episode, Ben sits down with Christina to discuss her career progression to Engineering Manager, as well as some key learnings on the way.
Brendan is Head of Data and Business Intelligence @ Pantheon Ventures
Pantheon is a leading global private markets firm currently investing on behalf of more than 800 investors, including public and private pension plans, insurance companies, endowments and foundations.
During this episode, Ben sits down with Brendan to discuss how to create an environment for people to do their best work, and how this has evolved over the last few years.
Anna Chalon is Head of People @ Runway
Runway has all the tools you need to make videos. Realtime collaboration, precision editing, AI Magic Tools, keyframe control, and more — powerful tools, simplified workflows.
During this episode, Ben sits down with Anna to discuss her experiences of being selective when hiring top talent, and how to do this without being exclusive to any demographic.
Ben Brown is CTO @ Onto
During this episode of Tech in Ten, Ben sits down with Ben to discuss actively not being a workaholic in the industry, how to successfully get the most efficient work/life balance for you as an individual, and some of the benefits of working in this way.
Ben Brown is CTO @ Onto
During this episode, Ben sits down with Ben to discuss some of the key learnings he has found throughout his career as a tech leader.
Ivan is VP Engineering @ TravelPerk
TravelPerk is the next-generation business travel platform pioneering the future of business travel. TravelPerk’s all-in-one platform gives travelers the freedom they want whilst providing companies with the control they need.
During this episode, Ben sits down with Ivan to discuss how to balance working life as a single parent in a demanding role, as well as what a single parent needs from a company to succeed.
Richard is VP Engineering @ Proximie
Proximie saves lives by sharing the world’s best clinical practice. Proximie is a technology platform that uses a combination of machine learning, artificial intelligence and augmented reality to allow clinicians to virtually ‘scrub in’ and collaborate with each other from anywhere in the world.
In this episode, Ben sits down with Richard to discuss how to get a pay rise and negotiate your own compensation in your current role, the realities of this, and practical advice.
Filippo is Co-Founder @ 3SSENTIA
3SSENTIA is the Work-life experience platform powered by an AI companion designed to help professionals achieve more sustainable levels of productivity, reduce emotional volatility and experience a more empowering & conscious work-life balance.
They are on a mission to reinvent our daily Work-Life experience!
During this episode, Ben chats with Filippo about how Tech can be used to impact social change, the motivations to start 3SSENTIA, and predictions for the role of Tech in today's world to impact wellbeing.
Lorenz is Managing director at diesdas.digital. Design. Strategy. Development.
diesdas.digital is a studio for strategy, design and code in Berlin, featuring a multidisciplinary team of designers, developers and strategists. They create tailor-made digital solutions with an agile mindset.
In this episode, Ben chats to Lorenz about dealing with a mostly remote workforce in a creative industry and the benefits and challenges that have come with this.
Lorenz is Managing director at diesdas.digital. Design. Strategy. Development.
diesdas.digital is a studio for strategy, design and code in Berlin, featuring a multidisciplinary team of designers, developers and strategists. They create tailor-made digital solutions with an agile mindset.
In this episode, Ben chats to Lorenz about dealing with a mostly remote workforce in a creative industry and the benefits and challenges that have come with this.
Max is VP Community @ Finimize
Finimize gives you the tools and insights you need to make smarter financial decisions.
In just 4 years Finimize has gained: 1m+ subscribers, 60k a year attend member organised events, 50k premium subscribers, Acquired by FTSE100 Investment Firm Abrdn.
Ben sits down with Max to to discuss the importance of building a community in this space, the benefits of this, and how Max and his team have achieved such momentous success on their mission to create the world's largest finance community.
Welcome to Tech in Ten, On the Road by Venturi.
Ben sits down with Nigel Foulkes-Nock to chat about all things data!
This time the Tech in Ten team went down to SQLBits Data platform conference held at ExCeL London. Ben sits down with some of the speakers and data professionals at the event to talk about all things data and the ever-changing industry.
It was a real honour to have the opportunity to be at the largest data platform conference in Europe, so we’d like to thank the SQLBits team for being wonderful hosts and also thank everyone who willingly took ten minutes of their day to chat with Ben. We had an amazing time and we will see you all there next year!
Welcome to Tech in Ten, On the Road by Venturi.
Ben sits down with Falek to chat about all things data!
This time the Tech in Ten team went down to SQLBits Data platform conference held at ExCeL London. Ben sits down with some of the speakers and data professionals at the event to talk about all things data and the ever-changing industry.
It was a real honour to have the opportunity to be at the largest data platform conference in Europe, so we’d like to thank the SQLBits team for being wonderful hosts and also thank everyone who willingly took ten minutes of their day to chat with Ben. We had an amazing time and we will see you all there next year!
Matt Davis is CTO and Co-Founder @ Perlego.
Perlego was born to provide an affordable (and sustainable) textbook solution for learners around the world, by partnering with publishers and removing the costs of print, distribution, and retail markup.
During this episode of Tech in Ten, Ben sits down with Matt to discuss the importance of implementing a goal-based road map into your strategy, the pitfalls to be aware of, and practical advice.
Pierre is Head of Engineering at Cambrium, a next-generation materials company utilising the molecular superpowers of proteins to rethink how we make everything.
He's spent the last decade researching ways to make computers calculate better biological systems. This is a critical step to engineering more sustainable ways to make the products we use every day, which is Cambrium's mission.
During this episode, Ben sits down with Pierre to discuss his views on modern-day hiring in tech, and the importance of your hiring strategy being non-exclusive when hiring in a diverse way.
Welcome to Tech in Ten, On the Road by Venturi!
Ben sits down with Victoria to chat about all things data!
This time the Tech in Ten team went down to SQLBits Data platform conference held at ExCeL London. Ben sits down with some of the speakers and data professionals at the event to talk about all things data and the ever-changing industry.
It was a real honour to have the opportunity to be at the largest data platform conference in Europe, so we’d like to thank the SQLBits team for being wonderful hosts and also thank everyone who willingly took ten minutes of their day to chat with Ben. We had an amazing time and we will see you all there next year!
Ian Moore is Head of Data & Analytics at The Citation Group
The Citation Group has been leading the way with compliance and quality products and services to UK businesses, including Health & Safety, HR, Certification and Software.
In this episode, Ben sits down with Ian to discuss hiring and scaling their tech team, pitfalls to be aware of and advice.
Maximilian is Engineering Director @ Jina AI
Maximilian is passionate about bringing machine learning live. As an Engineering Manager, he thinks about the actual user problem, diving into ML algorithms, enforcing cleaner code and setting up a good team and culture.
Jina AI is a Neural Search Company, providing cloud-native neural search powered by state-of-the-art AI and deep learning, and is recognized as one of the most promising startups in AI open-source software.
Maximilian is Engineering Director @ Jina AI
Maximilian is passionate about bringing machine learning live. As an Engineering Manager, he thinks about the actual user problem, diving into ML algorithms, enforcing cleaner code and setting up a good team and culture.
Jina AI is a Neural Search Company, providing cloud-native neural search powered by state-of-the-art AI and deep learning, and is recognized as one of the most promising startups in AI open-source software.
Maximilian is Engineering Director @ Jina AI
Maximilian is passionate about bringing machine learning live. As an Engineering Manager, he thinks about the actual user problem, diving into ML algorithms, enforcing cleaner code and setting up a good team and culture.
Jina AI is a Neural Search Company, providing cloud-native neural search powered by state-of-the-art AI and deep learning, and is recognized as one of the most promising startups in AI open-source software.
Welcome to Tech in Ten, On the Road by Venturi.
Ben sits down with Hollie to chat about all things data!
This time the Tech in Ten team went down to SQLBits Data platform conference held at ExCeL London. Ben sits down with some of the speakers and data professionals at the event to talk about all things data and the ever-changing industry.
It was a real honour to have the opportunity to be at the largest data platform conference in Europe, so we’d like to thank the SQLBits team for being wonderful hosts and also thank everyone who willingly took ten minutes of their day to chat with Ben. We had an amazing time and we will see you all there next year!
Welcome to Tech in Ten, On the Road by Venturi.
Ben sits down with Kevin to chat about all things data!
This time the Tech in Ten team went down to SQLBits Data platform conference held at ExCeL London. Ben sits down with some of the speakers and data professionals at the event to talk about all things data and the ever-changing industry.
It was a real honour to have the opportunity to be at the largest data platform conference in Europe, so we’d like to thank the SQLBits team for being wonderful hosts and also thank everyone who willingly took ten minutes of their day to chat with Ben. We had an amazing time and we will see you all there next year!
Welcome to Tech in Ten, On the Road by Venturi.
Ben sits down with Rishi to chat about all things data!
This time the Tech in Ten team went down to SQLBits Data platform conference held at ExCeL London. Ben sits down with some of the speakers and data professionals at the event to talk about all things data and the ever-changing industry.
It was a real honour to have the opportunity to be at the largest data platform conference in Europe, so we’d like to thank the SQLBits team for being wonderful hosts and also thank everyone who willingly took ten minutes of their day to chat with Ben. We had an amazing time and we will see you all there next year!