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You’ve found us! Welcome to RIoT Underground, the place where you hear from instigators who are changing the world with disruptive technology. Our job? Pulling back the curtain. We talk to passionate disruptors about what they see, what they do, how they got to where they are, and what’s coming next. Have you ever wondered how people drive through their mistakes, learning from them, and capitalizing on them? Have you ever wondered how people find a career in tech, or start a company, or become great leaders? Do you want to hear more about people who succeed - the real stories, not just the wins we see in a highlight reel? Good - us too. And we’re going to bring that and more, here, at RIoT Underground. RIoT Underground is created and produced at RIoT Studios. RIoT produces events, conferences and educational courses around the world and runs an early-stage startup-accelerator in Raleigh, North Carolina. Our nonprofit also operates a wireless test and certification facility under the Wireless Research Center brand. Learn how to engage by visiting us at ncriot.org. Tune in, subscribe - join the underground. We’ll see you in the next episode.
AI may be transforming entire industries, but what about the products we hold in our hands every day? In this special live episode of RIoT Underground, RIoT’s Tom Snyder sits down with Mike Laut, Founder & CEO of Laut Design, to explore how physical product design shapes the way we experience and trust AI.
Laut Design is a product and brand design firm that helps turn emerging technologies into market-ready products, offering expertise in industrial design, engineering, prototyping, branding, and digital experiences.
Together, Tom and Mike dive into the intersection of AI-powered technology and hardware design, uncovering how thoughtful, user-centered products play a pivotal role in making AI systems both functional and trustworthy.
Tune in to discover why design isn’t just about looks—it’s about building the future of human-AI interaction.
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At the end of July 2025, the Bureau of Economic Analysis revealed a stunning shift in the U.S. economy: spending on artificial intelligence added more to GDP last quarter than consumer spending.
This isn’t just a headline—it’s a turning point. We are officially entering an AI-driven economy.
In this special live podcast recording, RIoT’s Tom Snyder sits down with Don Shin, Founder and CEO of CrossComm, Inc., to explore how AI is reshaping growth, daily life, and work faster than any previous technology shift. Don discusses the skills that matter most in the AI age, what we should teach our children, what organizations must value, and how to build teams empowered by AI rather than disrupted by it.
Takeaway: The future of work and growth depends less on competing with AI and more on building with it.
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In this special LIVE episode of the RIoT Underground, RIoT’s Tom Snyder sits down with Ryan Abel, Managing Director at Atomic Object, to explore the real-world impact of AI, how companies are navigating the hype, and why culture and values matter more than ever in the age of automation.
As AI rewrites the rules of business, the real question isn’t what you’ll automate — it’s who your company will become in the process.
Ryan draws from deep experience at the intersection of leadership, innovation, and human-centered technology to tackle a challenge many leaders are only beginning to face: how to move fast without losing what makes your company worth building.
Whether you're a tech founder, developer, startup enthusiast, or enterprise leader, this episode delivers valuable insights into how AI is reshaping the tech landscape—and what it means for the future of work.
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In this special LIVE episode of the RIoT Underground, we sit down with Krista Covey, President & CEO of First Flight Venture Center—North Carolina’s oldest business incubator—in front of a live audience to explore what it takes to build world-changing companies in the deep tech and high science space.
Krista shares her personal journey from kid entrepreneur to recovering banker to startup ecosystem champion, and unpacks the critical role of long-term investment and ecosystem support in bringing high-impact innovation to life. We dig into how economic development intersects with startups, what’s trending in AI and life sciences, and why building allergy-free peanuts might just be the next big thing.
If you’re curious about the people and programs helping startups go from idea to impact, this episode is for you.
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In this episode of the RIoT Underground podcast, we sit down with Bobby Shkolnikov, Principal IoT Commercialization at SAS, to explore the game-changing role of video analytics in workplace safety.
Today's safety standards fall short, risking lives in industrial workplaces. Learn how existing security cameras and wireless infrastructure are being transformed into proactive tools for monitoring safety risks and preventing injuries before they happen.
From identifying hazardous behavior to enabling real-time interventions, this conversation uncovers how cutting-edge IoT solutions are reshaping industrial safety standards—and saving lives in the process.
Learn more about SAS’s solution: https://www.sas.com/en_us/industry/manufacturing/solution/worker-safety.html
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In this episode of the RIoT Underground, join us as we delve into the burgeoning landscape of innovation in Wilson, North Carolina. Our guests, Stefanie Keen and Brittany Smith from the City of Wilson, NC, share insights on the evolution of the City of Wilson, Greenlight, the Gig East Exchange, and the Gig East Summit.
The City of Wilson was once only known for tobacco. In 2008, Wilson deployed the first community owned broadband in North Carolina. This forward thinking mindset sparked the growth of an entrepreneurial community. Stefanie and Brittany unveil the history of Wilson, Wilson’s entrepreneurial mindset, and how they are set to reshape the economic and social fabric of the region.
Moreover, Stefanie and Brittany delve into the collaborative spirit fostered at the Gig East Summit, where stakeholders come together to exchange ideas, forge partnerships, and pave the way for a brighter future. They emphasize the pivotal role of community engagement in driving innovation and ensuring its benefits reach every corner of Eastern NC.
Want to learn more and connect with innovators in Wilson? Attend the Gig East Summit, an annual gathering, where entrepreneurs, creators, community partners, and thought leaders converge to explore the transformative power of technology and innovation. With agritech taking center stage, listeners will discover how Eastern NC, with its rich agricultural heritage, is poised for a remarkable transformation. This year’s summit will take place on June 13, 2024.
Tune in to this enlightening episode to explore the dynamic landscape of innovation in Eastern NC and uncover how agritech is propelling rural communities like Wilson into a new era of prosperity and sustainability.
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While new technologies and tools have long been integral to farm management and food production, urgent concerns around food security drive the development and adoption of smart farming technologies today. Today, agriculture is embracing cutting-edge technologies like Bluetooth and the Internet of Things (IoT) to revolutionize the way we grow crops and raise livestock.
In this episode, we delve into the fascinating intersection of low power wireless IoT solutions and agriculture with our guest, Clay Hine, from Nordic Semiconductor. Nordic offers many low power wireless protocols relevant to smart agriculture including low power Wi-Fi, Bluetooth LE, Thread, Zigbee, cellular IoT (both LTE-M and NB-IoT), and DECT NR+. From precision farming techniques to smart irrigation systems and livestock monitoring, discover how these technologies are enhancing efficiency, sustainability, and productivity on the farm.
Get ready to explore the exciting possibilities of this digital transformation in agriculture, and learn why this isn't your parents' farming anymore. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how Bluetooth and IoT are powering the future of farming.
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The key to business is creating a solution to solve your customer’s problem. It is no different for the public sector side. Local government’s primary goal is to serve the needs and interests of the community it represents.
In this episode, we explore the intersection of technology and public service with Nicole Coughlin, Chief Information Officer, Justin Sherwood, Assistant Director of IT, and Ted Urbaniak, Systems Administrator from the Town of Cary, NC. Discover how they're revolutionizing municipal operations by harnessing the power of data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT). From their innovative "smart" park to their forward-thinking approach to governance, this dynamic team shares insights on how creativity and outside-the-box thinking are driving positive change in government. Tune in to gain valuable perspectives on leveraging technology for the greater good and inspiring innovation in your own community.
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Sometimes in business you have to pivot when the current strategy is not delivering the desired results. In this episode, Marcus Aman, a seasoned entrepreneur and RIoT Accelerator Program (RAP) alum discusses his experiences of when he has had to pivot in launching his own business and the invaluable lessons he had learned along the way to maximize customer value and achieve success. Through real-life examples and practical advice, hear first hand how to embrace pivoting as a strategic tool for growth rather than a sign of failure.
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In this episode, take a look back at the past 10 years of smart city evolution, with Rich Erb, Executive Director at TechConnect. Dive into the transformative advancements that have reshaped urban landscapes worldwide. From the nascent stages of IoT integration to the flourishing ecosystem of data-driven decision-making, Rich Erb offers invaluable insights into the key milestones and challenges that have defined the smart city movement. Discover how cities have harnessed emerging technologies to enhance sustainability, improve infrastructure, and empower communities. Don't miss this episode if you're interested in learning more about the past, present, and future of smart cities.
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Join us as we host a thrilling conversation with Rod Goossen, founder and CEO of RoGO. Rod sheds light on the fascinating way RoGO is employing disruptive technologies to revolutionize wildland firefighting and assist first responders. Inspired by the tragic Yarnale Hillfire incident, Rod embarked on a mission to enhance situational awareness and communication among wildland firefighters. Listen in as he discusses RoGO's cutting-edge technology, offering real-time information, enabling tactical communication, and collaborations to mitigate disasters and save lives.
Get to know how RoGO is fostering advancements in wildfire technology and communication. Rod outlines how the firm is getting the word out by deploying devices to early adopters and planning for future rapid deployments. He further explores the versatile applicability of their technologies in various hazards, such as earthquakes, tornadoes, hurricanes, and more. We also explore the unique advantages of using Iridium's L band radio frequency spectrum in forested areas, the potential of pre-deploying devices in forests, and the importance of software and data analytics in fire management. Don't miss out as Rod shares his vision of saving lives through technology and his strategies for securing funding to turn this vision into a reality.
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In this exciting installment of Riot Underground, we're joined by Tony Sammarco, the Director of Technology Strategy for Device Solutions, who shares insights into the transformative ATSC 3.0 project. Funded by the Department of Homeland Security, this initiative explores repurposing spectrum for emergency services and promises to enhance emergency communication, particularly in rural areas. Listen in as Tony discusses the successful trial of ATSC 3.0 in the Winterville, NC Fire Station, and how the outdated, unreliable paging technology used by emergency responders is set to be revolutionized by this cutting-edge data casting technology.
We also delve into the realm of the Internet of Things (IoT) and how Device Solutions is contributing to economic development through IoT opportunities. Tony also sheds light on the role of partners such as the Wireless Research Center of North Carolina and the North Carolina Department of Information Technology in the ATSC 3.0 project. Tune in to hear about this game-changing technology, and how it's paving the way for better reliability, coverage, and situational awareness for our first responders. This is an episode you won't want to miss!
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What if studying abroad could dramatically shape your future in business? In our enlightening chat with Thomas Ragot, the Admissions and Corporate Relations Liaison for SKEMA Business School, you'll discover exactly how. With campus locations spanning five continents, SKEMA fosters an international academic environment, giving students the unique chance to not only earn a degree in partnership with NC State University but also to immerse themselves in a global cultural experience. Thomas shares the exciting developments at SKEMA, including the expansion of the bachelor's program in Raleigh, North Carolina and the school's dedication to facilitating internships and fostering corporate connections for students.
Thomas also unpacks the innovative SKEMA Venture program, revealing how it cultivates an entrepreneurial spirit among students while constructing an international ecosystem in the US and France. Get ready to comprehend the benefits of studying in the US as an international student, from embracing the American way of life to broadening one's network within NC State student clubs. So, if business, education, and international relations spark your interest, you won't want to miss this.
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On this episode of the underground podcast, Tom Snyder interviews Clay Hine, Business Development Manager at Nordic Semiconductor.
Clay shares with us a fascinating insight into his journey from R&D to customer-centric roles in the semiconductor industry. We explore the unique dynamics between traditional sales and business development roles, particularly in the context of Nordic's growth and expansion into new markets. With a vast array of resources at their disposal, Nordic is poised to support customers in a myriad of ways, and Clay shares the excitement of seeing the creative applications customers come up with.
Listen in as we explore the emerging markets in asset tracking and smart agriculture, where Clay elaborates on the need for cost-effective solutions and the benefits of DECT NR+ as a wireless solution. With agriculture rapidly evolving into manufacturing, the role of logistics and supply chains has become pivotal, and Nordic's suite of technologies is ready to meet the challenge. Clay shares the strategies to accelerate the smart ag market and how the company collaborates with customers and third-party design houses to create integrated solutions. So tune in to learn about the transformative power of technology and how it is reshaping industries.
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On this episode of the underground podcast, Tom Snyder interviews Seth Berman, the CEO of instantiations, a software development agency. They discuss how instantiations focuses on maintaining and modernizing legacy systems that are crucial to various sectors. Seth shares his background in software engineering and his passion for helping customers prolong the life of their important systems. He also talks about the value they place on the human element within the teams working with these legacy systems.
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In this episode of the RIoT Underground, we speak with Stefan Youngblood, Founder and CEO of HireBlack.com, Black Metaverse LLC, and Help Anyway.
In this podcast, Stefan Youngblood, instigator and disruptor, talks about his background, his story, and his work in the tech industry. He discusses the power of AI in business, the diversity problem in tech, and the need for intentional engagement in the industry. He also talks about the future of AI and how it can be used to create opportunities for people who haven't had them before.
Here are some key takeaways from the podcast:
- AI is a powerful tool that can be used to create opportunities for people who haven't had them before.
- The tech industry has a diversity problem that needs to be addressed.
- Intentional engagement is key to creating a more inclusive tech industry.
- AI is not going to replace jobs, but it will create new ones.
- The future of AI is bright and has the potential to change the world.
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In this episode of the RIoT Underground, we sit down with Richard Erb, Executive Director of TechConnect and the Smart Cities Connect Conference in Denver this Spring.
Smart cities are the way of the future, and the Smart City Conference in Denver is the perfect place to learn about the latest innovations and trends in this exciting field. With over 100 exhibitors and 50 speakers, this year's conference promises to be the biggest and best yet.
Richard Erb gives us an inside look at what to expect at the conference. We discuss how smart cities are using data and technology to improve everything from transportation to public safety, and how these innovations are changing the way we live and work.
Whether you're a technology enthusiast or simply curious about the future of our cities, this episode is not to be missed. S
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In this episode of the RIoT Underground, we speak with John Petitte, co--founder and CEO and Jason Farrell, Chief Customer Officer at Amplifi Labs.
Amplifi Labs is a company that is dedicated to helping businesses harness the power of technology to achieve their goals. Through their innovative solutions and data-driven approach, they have earned a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses of all sizes. Join us in this podcast episode as we explore how Amplifi Labs is shaping the future of technology and helping businesses stay ahead of the curve.
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In this episode of the RIoT Underground, we speak with Jonathan Levitt, Vice President of Growth at Cocoflo.
The Smart Cities discussion often is rooted around technologies and system integration. Companies have long pitched the operational efficiencies and value added services that benefit the local government. Cocoflo presents another significant aspect of the digital transformation of our communities - namely the residents and how they benefit in parallel. Everyone lives somewhere. Listen and learn what you should expect of the place you live.
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In this episode of the RIoT Underground, we speak with Jesus Arias, head of Membership & Business Development for KNX Association.
New technology markets remain fragmented until standards and interoperability allow companies and solutions to scale. Learn how KNX brings stakeholders together to launch new technology standards in smart home and building management. Whether an established industry player or a startup, you'll learn how to get involved to grow your business.
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In this episode of the RIoT Underground, we speak with Todd Lewis, Founder of All Things Open. He shares his multi-decade journey to shift the world from proprietary, siloed systems to today's bedrock foundation of open source software. Learn the importance of collaborative, diverse and inclusive software communities and how to get involved.
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As the world becomes more connected, the Wi-SUN Alliance is at the forefront of the new mesh wireless connectivity protocol convening industry partners together to develop cutting edge technologies. Join Phil Beecher, President and CEO of the Wi-SUN Alliance in the RIoT Underground as he details how the alliance has optimized IoT use cases for massive scale. Specifically within smart city initiatives, the protocol is being used across the utility industry to modernize with smart electric grids, water systems, and meters.
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Looking for ways to connect with stakeholders across the IoT ecosystem? Look no further than IoT Evolution - happening February 14-17 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Listen to this episode of the RIoT Underground as Carl Ford, CEO of Crossfire Media, details numerous relevant topics to the IoT industry that will be featured at the conference including smart cities, edge computing, and industrial IoT.
Want to get more involved after listening? Register for the event to see all what IoT is doing, and can do, and learn about tangible results of IoT in today’s world.
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Are you utilizing data to create value within your organization? What are best practices in value creation for partnerships? Could IoT replace human beings?
All these questions and more are answered in our newest episode of the RIoT Underground with Josh Becker, Sr. Global Director & Head of IoT Commercial for SAS. Learn how SAS optimizes its partnerships through forging relationships with the right people and companies to find market opportunities and meet customer needs.
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Data is everywhere! Trish Geloso, CEO of Lifescale Analytics, shares how the company is developing analytical, geospatial and engineering solutions with data. She explains how Lifescale Analytics helps customer understand their data and create value for their business.
Learn about Trish's journey with her career and how she has built a successful team as she stepped into her role as CEO through fostering open communication, providing skills training and supporting employee product innovation.
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Get to know the company that worked in IoT before it was cool! Kevin Taylor, Segment Development Manager in Smart Cities at Axis Communications, joins us in the RIoT Underground to discuss the evolution and concept of the IoT industry along with how Axis is addressing privacy and ethics concerns in real life use cases.
He explains the benefits of edge computing, AI, and IoT and how these concepts can help all stakeholders achieve their goals, such as with his current work with smart city oriented municipalities.
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Tadd Scarpelli, Founder of Field Theory, joins us in the RIoT Underground to explain how Field Theory evolved and thrived as the complexity of RF antenna design increased along with the need for IoT integrated solutions on LTE, 5G, and Wi-Fi platforms. Learn which sectors are pushing the envelope of antenna development and how Field Theory is working to optimize antennas for peak performance.
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Nicolette Reyhani, Director of Sales and Marketing for Cocoflo, joins us in the RIoT Underground to share how Cocoflo is revolutionizing collaboration between citizens and government through innovative municipal software. Learn how their services create ease of accessibility while ensuring security and adapting to community needs.
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**Carl Ford, CEO of Crossfire Media, and Moe Nagle, Editorial Director for IoT Evolution, bring the energy in the RIoT Underground as they discuss the exciting topics and events occurring at this year’s IoT Evolution!
Listen to learn more about the past, present and future of IoT, importance of cybersecurity, the co-existence of edge and cloud computing, and more!**
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John Breitenbach, Regional FAE Manager at RTI, joins us in the RIoT Underground to explain how RTI creates applications to tackle real world problems in real time through providing examples in various industries including transportation, medicine, and agriculture. As the company supplies the number one software framework for autonomy, learn how RTI is leading the transition to smart systems while integrating the latest technology trends.
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Sindhu Menon, Chief Information Officer at City of Raleigh, joins us in the RIoT Underground to discuss present and future innovation within government and how forward thinking public private partnerships can lead to successful integration of smart cities, data processes, technology and people.
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Letao Qin, Intellectual Property Partner at Rimon Law, joins us in the RIoT Underground to explain the importance of companies protecting their intellectual property and utilizing asset leverage when working with investors.
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Zach Jory, Director of Enterprise Marketing, and Brandon Templeton, Strategic Partnerships Lead, at Axon join us in the RIoT Underground and explain how Axon is advancing its products and services through utilizing real time responses to data, increasing scalability potential, and working to democratize data. The two also discuss current customer case studies across industries, potential for AI and VR integrated solutions, and future solutions for growing markets.
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John Holden, Director of Economic Development & Tourism for Stafford County, joins us in the RIoT Underground today to discuss how emerging tech is changing the landscape of economic development and how communities can utilize advancements in the smart city space for long term growth and prosperity.
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Oliver Schabenberger, Chief Innovation Officer of SingleStore, speaks with us in the RIoT Underground to explain how to achieve customer driven innovation by balancing data intensity and complexity through integrating robust tools and features to streamline and simplify data oriented processes.
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Vina Kerai, Telecommunications Certification Manager at Nemko, joins us in the RIoT Underground to discuss how Nemko ensures standards keep up with cutting edge products by creating test plans that certify and allow new, innovative products to be brought to market.
Learn about Vina's specific experiences within the telecommunication department, including dealing with international regulations and markets.
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Brian Bielawski, VP of Sales at Calchip Connect, joins us in the RIoT Underground to describe how Calchip Connect built their systems, processes, and transportation specifically for IoT and IoT solutions amidst the transition to a data driven economy, aka the ‘data verse.’
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Join us as we kick off season three with Jesús Centeno, Chief of Staff & Innovation Strategy at TIBCO. Listen to learn how TIBCO unifies their diverse data service offerings through three pillars - connect, unify and predict - and how the company is working to transition data in real time to predict and analyze trends to create value for customers through edge computing.
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Katie Gailes, Director of Entrepreneurship Initiatives at Wake Technical Community College, joins us in the RIoT Underground to explain how she integrates entrepreneurship objectives into interdisciplinary educational programs at Wake Tech.
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Founders of DC Emerging Tech Group, Swathi Young and Ujjwala Kashkari, join us in the RIoT underground to detail the creation and purpose of their Meetup group. Learn how in only a few years, the group grew an incredible audience while promoting an inclusive platform through bringing together diverse people and ideas.
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Join us in the RIoT Underground with David Reeser and Tyler Sugden, CEO & COO of OpiAID, Zeydy Ortiz, CEO of Data Crunch Labs, and Gabriel Coch, Founder of Information Patterns, to share how theysovercome challenges and better communities using real-time data and AI analytics.
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Kurt Merriweather, Head of Products at The Diversity Movement and a Certified Diversity Executive, joins us in the RIoT Underground to share how The Diversity Movement is working to help organizations create a winning culture and high-performing teams through diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
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Samer El Gharib, Found and CEO of Slighter, and Anna Torres, Head of Customer Success at TraKid, join us in the RIoT Underground to explain how each of their transportable products promote a connected, safe world and how they use AI to enhance their products and solve decades-old challenges with modern innovation.
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Join us in the RIoT Underground for a special episode featuring RAP Alumni Marcus Aman, Founder of Shyft Auto, Barbara and Chris Lehenbauer, Co-Founders of Phase Dock, and Rich Camacho, CEO and Co-Founder of BlueRecruit. Hear how they developed profitable products and made authentic connections with customers in a constantly changing market.
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Timothy Humphrey, VP, Chief Data Office, North Carolina Senior State Executive, and RTP Senior Site Executive for IBM, joins us in the RIoT Underground to discuss his experience with the evolution of the computing age to the data age. Learn how a seventh-grade poem detailing the societal value of computers jumpstarted his technological career, and how he is working to streamline data processes within IBM.
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Join us in the RIoT Underground with Nicole Raimundo, the Chief Information Officer for the Town of Cary, who details her experience working in the public sector and how she has embraced technology to instigate economic and community development.
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Scot Wingo, Founder and CEO of Spiffy, joins us in the RIoT Underground to discuss his entrepreneurial journey developing four successful startups. By integrating his technological and business skills, learn how he created profitable ventures, built diverse teams, and stayed on top of changing trends, even during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Join us in the RIoT Underground for a special episode featuring Dr. Jen Welter, Professional Football Coach & First Female NFL Coach, and Keith Smart, NBA Basketball Coach, to discuss the integration of technology and sports and how players and coaches are learning to embrace analytics as the future of athletics. Off the court or field, the two discuss how technology helps injury prevention, coaching strategies, cognitive capabilities, nutrition, and much more.
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Join Jess George, Government and Community Affairs Manager at Google Fiber, in the RIoT Underground as she shares how innovative and disruptive fiber optics methods can increase and accelerate internet access for rural and underserved communities.
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Join us in the RIoT Underground with Noreen Allen, the Chief Marketing Officer of Bandwidth, as she details her unique challenge creating and managing engaging marketing strategies across technological industries.
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Listen to Sven Nowak, the Functional Safety Product Manager for TÜV SÜD, as he joins us in the RIoT Underground and explains the complex procedures to test and certify consumer products, specifically as technologies advance and industries evolve.
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Nick Jordan, Founder and CEO of Smashing Boxes, joins us in the RIoT Underground to talk about his work developing the next generation of technology products focused on healthcare, IoT, and blockchain.
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Join Jay Lent, Solutions Director of Cardinal Peak and consumer electronics industry veteran, in the RIoT Underground as he provides an exclusive sneak peak into what the tech sector's major players are doing behind the scenes, plus what’s trending in IoT voice and sound activation technology!
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Join us as we invite David McKay, Developer Relations Manager of InfluxDB, into the RIoT Underground to share the latest trends in time series data and how the right tools can help predict anything from our health outcomes to our dating behaviors.
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Gamification is more than just scoreboards and avatars. Troy Knight, CEO of BLDG-25, joins us in the RIoT Underground to explain how you can use behavioral science and gamification principles to predict customer decisions before they even make them.
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Join Eli Sheets, Founder & CEO of IdeaBlock, in the RIoT Underground to find out how a man who has been coding since childhood used block chain technology to build an innovative IP protection platform for everyone from startups to one man bands to Fortune 10 companies.
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Join us in the RioT Underground as we invite Stan Schneider, CEO of RTI, as he makes the case for designing holistic, data-centric systems and shares fascinating use cases in the medical space and beyond.
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Eva Doss, President & CEO of The Launch Place, joins us in the RIoT Underground to talk about the unique story of The Launch Place and what it takes for startups to secure funding.
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Join Desmond Wiggan, Founder & CEO of BatteryXchange, in the RIoT Underground to learn about the challenges of being a Black founder in the tech space and how we can work together to build a more equitable and inclusive environment.
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Join us as we invite Don Shin, Founder & CEO of CrossComm, into RIoT Underground to talk about emerging technologies, when to adopt and the future of augmented and virtual reality.
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A lot has happened at RIoT - we're growing around the country and internationally, we have an awesome new website, new team members and new projects. And now we're launching a new season of RIoT Underground!
This season we're bringing you stories and perspectives from CEOs, investors, researchers and startup founders in the IoT space. Subscribe to RIoT Underground to be the first to hear about the latest in technology and how you can get involved.
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Why engage in the digital revolution? Operational efficiency? Risk Reduction? Product Quality? Join Justin Spears, Engineering Leader of NetApp, in a discussion of real-world examples of innovative industry leaders who took the plunge as IoT early adopters and the incredible results of proactivity.
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The current global crisis has us fighting a two-sided war. We’re fighting for our health, in the grips of a terrible pandemic. We’re also fighting for the economy, doing what we can to support small businesses and fight waves of unemployment.
But the battle isn’t between our health and our economy—the battle is between us and the virus. And as we battle on both fronts, RIoT is brainstorming new ways for us to fight back.
In this webinar, RIoT will invite experts in the medtech and economic development space to share how they’re fighting for BOTH our health and our economy—not one or the other.
Hear from experts like:
Luke Marshall, Ph.D., Founder & CEO of VitalFloLuke Marshall is the Founder & CEO of VitalFlo. VitalFlo remotely monitors patient lung health and local environment to deliver data-driven insights to their doctor. Prior to VitalFlo, Luke studied nanomangetism at Northeastern University, and developed his career as a Materials Engineering Specialist, Principal at LGM Consulting and in business development at Global Data Consortium. Luke holds a doctorate in Material Handles Engineering from The University of Texas. @vitalflohealth
Denny Lewis | Director, North Carolina Defense Technology (DEFTECH) Transition OfficeDennis “Denny” Lewis joined the North Carolina Military Business Center in January 2015 after a career in the US Army and 14 years experience in the Federal Business Sector. Denny is responsible for working with NC business to develop and execute strategies to win new business and grow existing programs with the Federal Sector, particularly within the DoD. Prior to joining NCMBC, Denny held various positions at DoD, CACI and Defense Group, Inc.
Veronica Creech | Equitable Economic Development at City of Raleigh Municipal GovernmentVeronica is a results-driven leader with global experience who understands and appreciates evidence-based practice. In addition to her position with the City of Raleigh, Veronica is a social entrepreneur at Purple Porch Properties. She has also held positions as Chief Programs Officer at EveryoneOn, Senior Director of Global Engagement at First Book, and Regional Director of Program Development at Nurse-Family Partnership. She holds a MSW from UNC Chapel Hill and MPA from Saint Louis University. @RaleighGov
Rachael Newberry | Program Director, RIoTRachael drives curriculum development for the RIoT Accelerator Program (RAP), builds relationships in the region’s entrepreneurship ecosystem, and supports RAP’s growing community of IoT startups.Previously, Rachael launched a first-of-its-kind startup incubator at Duke University’s Center for Advanced Hindsight under Dan Ariely. Rachael got hooked on supporting startup processes and entrepreneurship education through her involvement with Reese News Lab at the UNC School of Media and Journalism, and The Startup Factory in downtown Durham. @RIoTonSocial
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Join us for the second panel of RIoT's online webinar, "Response and Recovery". This panel is part of our online webinar, "How Technology & Data Combat Pandemics".
This webinar was created to share a message of hope and progress, as leaders in the tech space convey how the Internet of Things and Data can mitigate the effects of the current COVID-19 crisis and prepare for others in the future.
RIoT has always expressed its belief in technology’s role of promoting economic growth, but now more than ever, we’d like to highlight its role in defending public health. Although living in a modern, connected world has enabled quicker spread of the virus, our modernity can also be our white knight if we start putting our advancements to better use in the public health sector.
In this second panel, hear from these industry experts:
Steve Bennett, Director of Global Government Practice, SAS: A thought leader in decision science and the application of analytics in Government, Steve has a passion for facilitating the use of analytics in Government to help make challenging public sector decisions better and faster. Prior to SAS, he held a number of leadership positions during 12 years in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Following the events of September 11th 2001, he led the design and application of quantitative analysis to inform some of the United States’ most challenging security decisions. @AnalyticSteve
Emil Runge, Director of Programs, BARDA/First Flight Venture Center: Emil Runge joined First Flight Venture Center in 2018 to lead its new Health Security Accelerator, BARDA. Right now, BARDA’s efforts are focused on Medical Countermeasure Partnership Opportunities for COVID-19. For nearly two decades, Emil has consulted, advised and assisted elected and appointed officials in capacities at the federal, state and local level. He has spent the better part of the last decade focused on developing and improving Innovation & Entrepreneurial Ecosystems. e:erunge@ffvcnc.org
Michael Levy, President & Cofounder, DHIT: Michael is a healthcare executive turned entrepreneur. With a BS in Neurobiology from Tulane University and MBA from Elon University, coupled with high technology literacy from experience at Apple at the turn of the century, he is on a path to unite culture, process, people, and technology to create a new operating system. Michael co-founded Bluedoor and the Digital Health Institute for Transformation (DHIT) which serve as vehicles to his vision and the operating entities to drive impact and transformation into communities. e:michael@dhitglobal.org
Manal El-Ramly | Executive & Director, Board of Directors Newsco and Director, Board of Directors ZE Inc.: Manal is a seasoned and effective professional specializing in meeting the needs of large enterprises. Manal's current leadership with Newsco, a SaaS communication intelligence platform, has allowed her to expand the value she brings to corporations in enhancing and integrating their communication and business strategy. A key member of ZE's executive team, Manal has been responsible for the global development and growth of ZE's highly acclaimed suite of enterprise data management, analysis and integration software solutions, ZEMA.
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In this time of fear and confusion, RIoT is sharing a message of hope and progress, as leaders in the tech space convey how the Internet of Things and Data can mitigate the effects of the current COVID-19 crisis and prepare for others in the future.
RIoT has always expressed its belief in technology’s role of promoting economic growth, but now more than ever, we’d like to highlight its role in defending public health. Although living in a modern, connected world has enabled quicker spread of the virus, our modernity can also be our white knight if we start putting our advancements to better use in the public health sector.
In the first panel of our online webinar, "Prediction and Prevention", hear from these industry experts:
Veena Misra, Director, NSF ASSIST Center; Distinguished Professor of ECE, NCSU: Veena Misra is the Director of the National Science Foundation Nanosystems Engineering Research Center on Advanced Self-Powered of Integrated Sensors and Technologies (ASSIST). She has authored or coauthored over 200 papers. Dr. Misra has received 2001 National Science Foundation Presidential Early CAREER Award, the 2011 Alcoa Distinguished Engineering Research Award, and more. @ASSISTCenter
Brian Bender, Chief Scientific Officer, Intake: Brian Bender is Chief Scientific Officer and cofounder of Intake Health, an NSF and NIH funded digital health company developing passive, remote health monitoring solutions for preventing, managing, and treating chronic diseases. Previously, Brian has worked in technology transfer, engineering, and product development roles at UCLA, the Department of Defense, and Corning, respectively. @myintakepro, e:brian@myintakepro.com,
Ashlee Valente, Senior Scientist, Torus: Ashlee Valente, Senior Scientist at Torus, is a Duke University-trained Computational Biologist and subsequently joined the data science start-up industry. She has experience in predictive modeling for clinical outcomes in infectious disease, as well as leveraging genomics and IoT data in other industries such as agriculture and biofuels. @thinkTorus, e:ashlee.valente@thinktorus.com
Nick Jordan, CEO, Smashing Boxes: Nick Jordan is an entrepreneur that wears many hats and always has a project ready to launch. This includes his current role as founder and CEO of Smashing Boxes, a software design and development agency based in Durham NC. Smashing Boxes works with companies to build digital products for web, mobile, and connected devices, ranging from startup to enterprise scale, and with a focused interest in blockchain, IOT, and healthcare.
Learn more about upcoming events and webinars from RIoT at ncriot.org.
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Why would an accounting organization volunteer its time and resources with a group like RIoT? How are business service organizations preparing for the fourth industrial revolution?
Join us in RIoT Studios for a conversation with Jessica Simmons, a CPA with Cherry Bekaert who, as Senior Manager, supports and advises CB's technology and pharma clients about disruptive technology. Jessica shares a behind-the-scenes look at how companies like Cherry Bekaert decipher the "real" from the "hype", in order to better understand what trends will affect their clients. Jessica also shares how she first met RIoT, including her story of meeting famed RIoT co-founder, the late Larry Steffann. Don't miss it!
Cherry Bekaert LLP has been a RIoT supporter for years, volunteering with startups in the RIoT Accelerator Program and exhibiting at some of RIoT's biggest events, including IoT Demo Night. Cherry Bekaert is the second-largest certified public accounting firm headquartered in the Southeast United States and one of the Top 30 accounting firms in the United States. Learn more at www.cbh.com.
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Did you know that software hasn't always been patent-eligible? Or that the right to patent and profit off inventions is the only right guaranteed to citizens in the US Constitution? Join us in RIoT Studios for a conversation with John Sotomayor, a former patent examiner and current Managing Patent Attorney at SotoIP. John gifts us a deep dive into the history of patent law, then we fast forward to now, considering the effect of patent law on the 4th industrial revolution. John also shares lots of information that current entrepreneurs and inventors should consider when developing their IP strategy.
SotoIP is a micro-boutique strategic IP advisory and patent prosecution firm serving startup and emerging growth companies throughout the United States, as well as international clients entering the US National Stage. We partner with founders to discover and capture their innovations, develop an IP strategy, build a patent portfolio, and to ensure that the IP strategy remains in lockstep with the overall business strategy. Learn more at http://sotoip.com/
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Join us in RIoT Studios with Dan Moore, CEO and Product Lead with Vaporware. A self-described "product guy", Dan shares his love for product management, and the many-hats role of product developers when talking to internal or external stakeholders. We also talk about how a good product team will look for product opportunities that are necessary and valuable (not just cool or purely profitable), and how Vaporware helps companies navigate through the sea of today's tech buzzwords to identify true business opportunities.
Vaporware delivers custom SaaS solutions that help medium-sized companies grow and scale. Our expert team partners with business leaders to develop the right software solution that solves a problem or re-invents a company in weeks, not months. By applying our lean startup principles, we deliver a solution that pays for itself through increased revenue or reduced costs. Founded in 2013 by Georgia Tech graduates, the Vaporware team is headquartered in Raleigh, NC with an office in Irvine, CA. Learn more at vaporware.net.
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As an IoT Solutions Architect for Microsoft, Gordon Blackwell helps to build the technology behind some of the world's most interesting and powerful solutions. And he and his team do this work for all kinds of organizations - big and small, public and private. Join us in RIoT Studios to hear about some of the projects he's working on, to join important discussions on things like security, intelligence at the edge and the war on squirrels (really!), and to learn some of the surprising ways that Microsoft supports projects of all types, all sizes.
About Azure IoT: No matter your industry or the size of your organization, or whether you’re working with a partner or on your own, Azure IoT has all of the devices, tools, data analytics, and security capabilities you need to achieve your IoT goals. Azure IoT is built on decades of Microsoft enterprise experience and is designed to be accessible for all organizations. Learn more at azure.microsoft.com.
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Do you know the connection between a 10th-century Nordic king and Bluetooth technology? Interested in the latest dialogue about IoT wireless protocols? Join us in RIoT Studios with two guests from Nordic Semiconductor, Clay Hine and Scott Bland.
Clay and the Nordic team have been fabulous RIoT supporters, offering workshops, exhibit tables, and more at RIoT events. Join us for this episode to hear Clay in person, and you'll understand why his group is such a valuable part of the IoT ecosystem.
Nordic Semiconductor is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in ultra-low power performance wireless system on a chip (SoC) and connectivity devices for the 2.4 GHz ISM band, with power consumption and cost being the main focus areas. Typical end-user applications are consumer electronics, wireless mobile phone accessories, wireless gamepad, mouse, and keyboard, intelligent sports equipment, wireless medical, remote control, wireless voice-audio applications, security, and toys.
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Meet Brandon Satrom, Sr. Manager for Developer Relations at Particle and avid tinkerer, Brandon loves to talk about sensors and circuits, microcontrollers, open-source, robots and whatever new shiny tool or technology has distracted him from that other thing he was working on. Join us as we invite Brandon into RIoT Underground to talk about IoT, mesh networks, what's next for tinkerers, and more. Don't miss it!
Particle develops one of the world’s most popular internet of things (IoT) platforms. Particle’s cloud-hosted platform ingests more than 22 billion sensor data points in total a year. Particle’s solutions suite spans software and hardware, in addition to several connectivity products. Particle also provides development kits with Wi-Fi, cellular, Bluetooth, and mesh capabilities, along with SDKs for iOS, Android, and web apps. The kits connect to a network optimized for IoT, the backend of which handles over-the-air updates, SIM, and device management. And they run Device OS, Particle’s lightweight operating system for embedded devices, which manages low-level hardware interactions while encrypting sent messages. Learn more about Particle at particle.io.
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How are innovative companies advancing and improving themselves, their products, and their clients? Join us in the studio with Emily Bahna, Managing Director at Thoughtbot, for a conversation about design, design thinking, user experience, and the new challenges of problem-solving in the 4th industrial revolution—solving problems for real people by really understanding people and the problems they’re facing. Don’t miss it!
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Are you ready to talk all the sides of IoT - the hardware, the software, and even the business side? Join us in the podcast studio with Sam Martin, Business Development Manager with ACES North America, a joint venture between ACES Electronics and DNA Group. Sam has done quite a few Lunch & Learn sessions with RIoT, and he joined us to talk about IoT from multiple angles, plus the trends he’s seeing in the industry. Don’t miss it!
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Join RIoT's Executive Director Tom Snyder as he hosts a RIoT Underground discussion with Paige Roberts, Open Source Relations Manager at Vertica. Talking everything from data analytics and IoT, large-scale analytics, machine learning and predictive analytics, with applications in everything from self-driving cars to healthcare. Don't miss it!
Vertica provides a best-in-class, unified analytics platform that will forever be independent from underlying infrastructure. https://www.vertica.com/
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Imagine hiring someone JUST to walk your factory floor to check the mouse traps. If you’re a large facility without a pest problem, it’s a huge waste of time for someone to manually check all the empty traps. But for hygiene’s sake, you can’t not check them, just in case. Prime opportunity for IoT!
Join us as we invite two members of Bayer’s Digital Pest Management team into RIoT Studios. Gaelle Fages, Global Technology Lead, and Michael Zimmermann, IT Lead, discuss the innovative remote rodent monitoring project that they’ve launched just recently, after a few years of serious iterating and customer discovery.
Don’t miss this chance to hear about a slam-dunk IoT use case, plus tips on innovative “intrapreneurship”, bringing an entrepreneurial mindset to large companies.
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How secure do our smart lightbulbs have to be, and how does DOD cybersecurity research improve consumer devices? Which wireless protocols are leading the industry, and what's most exciting to telecommunications experts?
Join RIoT Underground for a special episode with Spanalytics—including Spanalytics founder Mark Nichols and Senior Product Engineer Mike Smith—for a discussion about IoT, wireless protocols, security, hardware prototyping, and more.
The Spanalytics team includes engineers and programmers with decades of experience who have been working in the world of DoD. They employ leaders in the field of Bluetooth application development and wireless device evaluation. Learn more at spanalytics.com.
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Meet innovator, startup founder, tech enthusiast, and unconventional creative DeShawn Brown. As the founder and CEO of Lithios and the inventor of apps like Coworks, DeShawn is already a serial entrepreneur—despite being only a few years out of school. At NC State as a prestigious Park Scholar, he combined a passion for technology, theater, and entrepreneurship. He then started his company, Lithios, in NC State's Entrepreneurship Garage. Join us to hear that story, as well as updates on some of the cutting-edge Lithios projects.
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What's it like to be a healthcare startup in the IoT space? In the last of our three-part feature on RAP startups, join both VitalFlo and NIRSleep in the studio. These two startups share a behind-the-scenes description of their RAP experience plus updates on their startups.
VitalFlo's mission is to make respiratory patient management easy, reduce cost of care, and improve patient outcomes. Working with asthma patients can be hard - every patient has unique medications, allergies, and lifestyles. VitalFlo works with clinicians and patients to build a complete picture of each individuals' condition.
NIRSleep is developing and deploying a wearable sensor to measure brain activity. They use infrared light to non-invasively measure changing oxygen concentration in the user’s brain, and relate this to changes in the user’s condition. The NIRSleep system is lightweight and easy to use, opening exciting new opportunities for detecting and tracking cerebrovascular changes in real life environments (i.e non-laboratory and out-of-clinic remote monitoring).
The RIOT ACCELERATOR PROGRAM (RAP) is accepting applications through June 30th, 2019 at 5pm EST. RIoT invites early stage startups in the Internet of Things space to apply NOW to participate in the 12-week high-touch RIoT Accelerator Program. RAP increases the impact of traditional accelerator programming by connecting you with an industry consortium of more than 75 companies across the IoT technology stack. The Fall 2019 cohort starts September 9th, and there is no cost to startups, no equity taken, and there are scholarships available. RAP provides access to prototyping lab and 6 months free office space, plus free tech resources from Arrow Electronics, Ubidots, Particle, Microsoft, and more. Leverage RIoT's network to learn, collaborate, and bring your product to market. Connect with Program Director Rachael Meleney at rachael@ncriot.org for questions.
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The second episode in our three-part series featuring startups that just graduated from RAP—the RIoT Accelerator Program. This episode features Purillume, a startup focused on smart lighting for better health. CEO Neeraj Lal shares what it was really like participating in a 12-week high-touch startup accelerator. Join us behind the scenes of RIoT Labs in the RIoT Accelerator Program.
Purillume is a new kind of lighting company. One that's committed to moving beyond the limitations of CFL and LED bulbs to deliver the full potential of LED lighting. They didn’t set out to create a new light bulb. They set out to create a new way to experience light. Their first product, the Orchid LED table lamp is the result of thousands of hours of R&D and is in production—and they're just getting started. Learn more at purillume.com.
The RIOT ACCELERATOR PROGRAM (RAP) is accepting applications through June 30th, 2019 at 5pm EST. RIoT invites early stage startups in the Internet of Things space to apply NOW to participate in the 12-week high-touch RIoT Accelerator Program. RAP increases the impact of traditional accelerator programming by connecting you with an industry consortium of more than 75 companies across the IoT technology stack. The Fall 2019 cohort starts September 9th, and there is no cost to startups, no equity taken, and there are scholarships available. RAP provides access to prototyping lab and 6 months free office space, plus free tech resources from Arrow Electronics, Ubidots, Particle, Microsoft, and more. Leverage RIoT's network to learn, collaborate, and bring your product to market. Connect with Program Director Rachael Meleney at rachael@ncriot.org for questions.
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The next three episodes feature startups who just graduated from RAP—the RIoT Accelerator Program. RAP is 12 intensive, high-touch weeks, and these startups share what it was really like participating in a startup accelerator at RIoT Labs. This episode features Green Stream Technologies and Safe Zone. Join us behind the scenes of the RIoT Accelerator Program!
Green Stream Technologies is an environmental technologies firm. They help build safer more resilient communities through the power of smart technology, and their first product is an autonomous flood sensor network that lets people know when and where the roads are flooded, tell them how deep those water levels are, and lets them know when it’s getting better.
SafeZone has a fully automated Gunfire Detection System that features a cloud-based machine learning Detector, which can notify you within seconds of the room in which a gunshot occurred.
The RIOT ACCELERATOR PROGRAM (RAP) is accepting applications through June 30th, 2019 at 5pm EST. RIoT invites early stage startups in the Internet of Things space to apply NOW to participate in the 12-week high-touch RIoT Accelerator Program. RAP increases the impact of traditional accelerator programming by connecting you with an industry consortium of more than 75 companies across the IoT technology stack. The Fall 2019 cohort starts September 9th, and there is no cost to startups, no equity taken, and there are scholarships available. RAP provides access to prototyping lab and 6 months free office space, plus free tech resources from Arrow Electronics, Ubidots, Particle, Microsoft, and more. Leverage RIoT's network to learn, collaborate, and bring your product to market. Connect with Program Director Rachael Meleney at rachael@ncriot.org for questions.
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You heard it here first! Bill Schrier - Senior Advisor for FirstNet, former CIO for the Seattle Police Department, former CTO for the City of Seattle - joins us to discuss how public safety is harnessing IoT.
And he shares how we (both citizens and public safety officials) might see public safety leverage IoT in the future. This episode is for all of us - Bill takes time to explain how citizens have an important role to play, and he doesn’t shy away from tough questions about how FirstNet, a network designed to give priority to first responders, is navigating tough questions - like what devices are considered public safety devices, whether IoT data can be prioritized, and how security and privacy come into play.
Ready for a peek into the innovations and challenges of disruptive tech in public safety? Tune in!
Bill Schrier: Currently Bill is a Senior Advisor for FirstNet; he's a former CIO for the Seattle Police Department and was the CTO for the City of Seattle; he also chaired a state interoperability committee for the State of Washington. Bill is also a former police officer and Army officer, and he speaks across the country. Follow him on Twitter at @billschrier.
FirstNet: The First Responder Network Authority is an independent authority within the U.S. Department of Commerce. Authorized by Congress in 2012, its mission is to develop, build and operate the nationwide, broadband network that equips first responders to save lives and protect U.S. communities.
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As the world's population changes, how does product design and interface design change with it? And why is the 4th industrial revolution happening NOW - what's come together to make IoT possible? Industry veteran Tim Sweet joins us for a conversation about human-machine interfaces (HMI), usability, and human factors - scoping the discussion within IoT and the products that are pushing this 4th industrial revolution forward.
Tim Sweet: Tim is a Solution Manager at DNA Group, responsible for opportunity and solutions development for HMI products and smart grid solutions. Tim has been a part of several technical revolutions: the telecom revolution, the launch of the digital network, and the birth of the internet, and is now an active participant in the IoT revolution. With communications networking at his core and years of experience in the HMI field, Tim has a passion for helping the wireless digital revolution grow and expand with the deployment of smart edge devices that help us all understand and live in this connected world.
DNA Group: For over 30 years, DNA Group has been involved in sourcing products from Asia and Europe. Throughout those years, DNA Group has successfully navigated the global marketplace providing competitively priced engineered components, assemblies and value-added solutions. Their market experience includes Transportation, Marine, Digital Switching Systems, Solid State Lighting (LED), Medical, HVAC, Power Tools, Lawn and Garden, White Goods (appliances), and emerging markets; from simple switches to complex printed circuit board assemblies and digital controls, with specialties in electronics contract manufacturing, current sensing, human-machine interfaces, power switching, integrated solutions, and component sourcing.
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Join us for a journey from 20th-century innovation to today. In the studio with us is Paul Peterson, Senior Field Applications Engineer for Arrow Electronics. Paul has a rich background in the semiconducter industry, and he brings that and more to our studio. Get ready for an episode that goes all the way back to the early days of Intel and Xerox, then forward again to the innovations Paul is seeing every day.
Paul Peterson: Paul has been with Arrow Electronics for 27 years. Previous roles include Field Application Engineer for Intel, starting in the 1980s. Paul graduated from NC State University and is active in the IoT community.
Arrow Electronics: Arrow is the world's leading supplier for electronic component products, datasheets, reference designs and technology news. Learn more at Arrow.com.
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In this episode, we bring you the sounds and pitches from RIoT Pitch Night - the event where the six startups from RIoT’s accelerator had their big graduation pitch night. We're breaking down what we saw, what went well, and what other startups can take away from these pitches - the things they can do and things they should avoid. If you like hearing about innovative startups, like thinking about tech innovations and new disruptive technology, or want to hear pitch and presentation advice, this episode is for you. And in this unique episode, we're joined by Stephanie Kissel, Co-founder and COO of Supportedly. Join us as the Supportedly podcast studio and RIoT Studios come together for one epic episode!
Stephanie Kissel: Stephanie Kissel is the Co-Founder and COO of Supportedly and the creator and host of the Supportedly podcast. She's also the Program Director for Talent Jam.
Supportedly: Supportedly.com helps entrepreneurs connect to free and low-cost entrepreneurial support programs, events, and actionable content. The Supportedly Podcast is a show that explores the best free and low-cost support programs helping entrepreneurs start and grow their businesses.
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In this second episode with Jamelle Eugene, CEO of Gryppers, join us as we learn what true startup life is like. We'll discuss everything from manufacturing and supplier hurdles to partnerships and the entrepreneurial mindset.
In our first episode with Jamelle, you heard the fascinating startup story of Gryppers. Join us for this episode to hear what it takes for him to keep this growing company moving forward.
Jamelle Eugene: Jamelle was a record-setting running back at NC State, and he co-created Gryppers to make a product halfway between athletic tape and a football glove. The current patented model, in addition to tactile sensation, compression, and grip-enhancing features, includes FDA approved thermo-reactive technology to recycle heat and wick moisture.
Gryppers: Gryppers seeks to naturally increase the proficiency, and preserve the longevity of every athlete and active professional worldwide. Gryppers was founded by two former Wolfpack football players, DaJuan Morgan and Jamelle Eugene. Learn more at gryppers.com.
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Tune into the fascinating story of Gryppers, a company that started as one football player's idea.
This first episode in our series with Jamelle Eugene, CEO of Gryppers, we'll talk startup innovation and the origin of his company, which includes some throwback to Jamelle's football career at NC State. We'll also talk about the importance of a startup's MVP - a minimal viable product.
Jamelle Eugene: Jamelle was a record-setting running back at NC State, and he co-created Gryppers to make a product halfway between athletic tape and a football glove. The current patented model, in addition to tactile sensation, compression, and grip-enhancing features, includes FDA approved thermo-reactive technology to recycle heat and wick moisture.
Gryppers: Gryppers seeks to naturally increase the proficiency, and preserve the longevity of every athlete and active professional worldwide. Gryppers was founded by two former Wolfpack football players, DaJuan Morgan and Jamelle Eugene. Learn more at gryppers.com.
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In our third and final episode with Amber Cobb, we discuss her twisty path into a career in tech. Not only is she open about the curious path that led to her role in the testing and certification industry, but she also shares some of the things she’s experienced along the way and offers advice for others who are going into a career in tech. Jump back to Episodes IV and V to hear our first episodes with Amber, or jump in here for an interesting discussion about Amber's path to where she is today as an Account Executive with TÜV SÜD.
Amber Cobb: With over 14 years of experience, Amber is skilled in the electrical and electronic regulatory industry. She has extensive experience in sales, customer service, and team management. Her past roles included acting as a project coordinator managing customers’ projects, mentoring team members, contributing to marketing efforts, as well as delivering the best experience for all accounts. In her role with TÜV SÜD, Amber will be responsible for sales initiatives in North Carolina and Virginia supporting product safety, EMC, wireless and environmental services.
TÜV SÜD: An independent testing company, TÜV SÜD offers impartiality in all audit, test, inspection and certification activities for regulatory compliance. Headquartered in Munich, Germany and founded in 1866, TÜV SÜD is one of the world's leading technical service organizations.
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This episode comes to you from the middle of the Exhibit Floor at South by Southwest (SXSW). We discuss what it's like to be at this interdisciplinary conference in Austin, Texas and bring you some of the stories of tech and innovation that we've seen.
We talk about this by picking the brains of three guests, speaking to each from their booth at SXSW. First is Jennifer Bosser, Senior Business Retention & Expansion Manager for the City of Raleigh, who's attending SX for the 7th time, and who walks us through how a brand thinks through using SXSW as a platform. Next is Danya Perry, Director of Equitable Economic Development at Wake County Economic Development, who discusses how the diversity and "space to connect" at SXSW mirrors some of his current initiatives and foci. And finally, Loren Gold, Executive Vice President of Visit Raleigh, joins us with a description of how tech is disrupting that space of tourism and economic development.
Don't miss this unique episode, with three different perspectives of how economic development leaders think through brand activation at a large-scale event like SXSW, and how both the conference and those industries have changed in the last two decades.
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In this episode, we’re coming to you from South by Southwest (SXSW) in Austin. Our host Sarah Glova is joined by three guests, all fresh off a SXSW panel about IoT and Smart Cities - Tom Snyder, RIoT Executive Director; Don Coleman, CIO for Chariot Solutions; and Adam Covati, VP of R&D for Bandwidth. Their SXSW panel session audience was packed, and they sparked great conversation - so RIoT Underground is excited to bring a little of that to you.
This episode’s theme is unique for three panelists who were just speaking on a big stage about IoT and smart cities - we talk about whether the term "IoT" - internet of things - is it a problem term. Let's dive in!
Chariot Solutions is the Greater Philadelphia region’s top IT consulting firm specializing in software development, systems integration, mobile application development and training.
Bandwidth develops products with intelligent voice, messaging, 9-1-1 access, and phone number services—backed by Bandwidth's own nationwide, dedicated VoIP.
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Our second episode in RIoT Underground's three-part series with Amber Cobb, we’re back discussing the vital world product testing and certification - but this time from a startup/innovation perspective. What do companies/entrepreneurs have to consider when developing a brand-new product? Amber knows - and not only does she share her experience, she also offers advice to innovators. Let’s jump in.
Amber Cobb, is an Account Executive with TÜV SÜD. With over 14 years of experience, Amber is skilled in the electrical and electronic regulatory industry. She has extensive experience in sales, customer service, and team management. Her past roles included acting as a project coordinator managing customers’ projects, mentoring team members, contributing to marketing efforts, as well as delivering the best experience for all accounts. In her role with TÜV SÜD, Amber will be responsible for sales initiatives in North Carolina and Virginia supporting product safety, EMC, wireless and environmental services.
TÜV SÜD is an independent testing company, offering impartiality in all audit, test, inspection and certification activities for regulatory compliance. Headquartered in Munich, Germany and founded in 1866, TÜV SÜD is one of the world's leading technical service organizations.
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We’re joined by Amber Cobb, who’s in the electrical and electronic manufacturing industry and an expert in Radio Frequency (RF). She works as an Account Executive at TÜV SÜD, and in this episode she’s pulling back the curtain on product testing and certification. Hear more of not just what she does, but also how this industry affects us in ways you might not have considered.
Amber Cobb, is an Account Executive with TÜV SÜD. With over 14 years of experience, Amber is skilled in the electrical and electronic regulatory industry. She has extensive experience in sales, customer service, and team management. Her past roles included acting as a project coordinator managing customers’ projects, mentoring team members, contributing to marketing efforts, as well as delivering the best experience for all accounts. In her role with TÜV SÜD, Amber will be responsible for sales initiatives in North Carolina and Virginia supporting product safety, EMC, wireless and environmental services.
TÜV SÜD is an independent testing company, offering impartiality in all audit, test, inspection and certification activities for regulatory compliance. Headquartered in Munich, Germany and founded in 1866, TÜV SÜD is one of the world's leading technical service organizations.
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Welcome to our bonus episode with Scott Turnbull. In it, Scott speaks with a few college interns, and we end up discussing something kind of crazy that happened in 1988. It’s an episode about how to build a community, and in many ways it’s a discussion about the impact of diversity. It’s a lot you don’t want to miss.
Scott Turnbull is an information technology leader with 25 years in academic, government, and non-profit IT leadership. He has helped lead the Smart Gigabit Communities effort under US Ignite, initiating and growing the program in each of the 27+ partner communities across the US and in Australia. He co-authored several of the US Ignite Smart City Guides and Playbooks, and runs numerous national technology challenges and reverse pitch events. Prior to coming to US Ignite, he served as the Technical Section Chief for regional joint response teams in Public Safety. He has led efforts to build several national digital repositories for University consortiums and been the head of academic software engineering at Emory University under their libraries system. He is also a veteran of the US Army Intelligence Corps.
US Ignite is a national effort to promote US leadership in the development and deployment of next-generation applications on ultra-fast, programmable networks with the potential for significant societal impact. Originated by the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) and led by the National Science Foundation (NSF) in partnership with other federal agencies, US Ignite leverages NSF investments in the Global Environment for Networking Innovation (GENI) by integrating academic campuses that have GENI technology with research backbone networks and numerous broadband cities across the United States. Through the US Ignite effort, NSF and other federal agencies will bring together science and innovation to explore next-generation internets at scale and create a national innovation ecosystem that will have profound, long-term social and economic impacts.
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Our second episode in RIoT Underground's three-part series with Scott Turnbull - we focus specifically on internet connectivity and the growing rural/urban divide - plus some exciting things municipalities are doing to fight back. Don’t miss it!
Scott Turnbull is an information technology leader with 25 years in academic, government, and non-profit IT leadership. He has helped lead the Smart Gigabit Communities effort under US Ignite, initiating and growing the program in each of the 27+ partner communities across the US and in Australia. He co-authored several of the US Ignite Smart City Guides and Playbooks, and runs numerous national technology challenges and reverse pitch events. Prior to coming to US Ignite, he served as the Technical Section Chief for regional joint response teams in Public Safety. He has led efforts to build several national digital repositories for University consortiums and been the head of academic software engineering at Emory University under their libraries system. He is also a veteran of the US Army Intelligence Corps.
US Ignite is a national effort to promote US leadership in the development and deployment of next-generation applications on ultra-fast, programmable networks with the potential for significant societal impact. Originated by the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) and led by the National Science Foundation (NSF) in partnership with other federal agencies, US Ignite leverages NSF investments in the Global Environment for Networking Innovation (GENI) by integrating academic campuses that have GENI technology with research backbone networks and numerous broadband cities across the United States. Through the US Ignite effort, NSF and other federal agencies will bring together science and innovation to explore next-generation internets at scale and create a national innovation ecosystem that will have profound, long-term social and economic impacts.
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In this episode, we’re joined by Scott Turnbull, Director of Technology at US Ignite. Scott travels the globe working with cities on smart innovation projects. In this episode, he talks innovation - and the keys to making it happen.
Scott Turnbull is an information technology leader with 25 years in academic, government, and non-profit IT leadership. He has helped lead the Smart Gigabit Communities effort under US Ignite, initiating and growing the program in each of the 27+ partner communities across the US and in Australia. He co-authored several of the US Ignite Smart City Guides and Playbooks, and runs numerous national technology challenges and reverse pitch events. Prior to coming to US Ignite, he served as the Technical Section Chief for regional joint response teams in Public Safety. He has led efforts to build several national digital repositories for University consortiums and been the head of academic software engineering at Emory University under their libraries system. He is also a veteran of the US Army Intelligence Corps.
US Ignite is a national effort to promote US leadership in the development and deployment of next-generation applications on ultra-fast, programmable networks with the potential for significant societal impact. Originated by the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) and led by the National Science Foundation (NSF) in partnership with other federal agencies, US Ignite leverages NSF investments in the Global Environment for Networking Innovation (GENI) by integrating academic campuses that have GENI technology with research backbone networks and numerous broadband cities across the United States. Through the US Ignite effort, NSF and other federal agencies will bring together science and innovation to explore next-generation internets at scale and create a national innovation ecosystem that will have profound, long-term social and economic impacts.
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You’ve found us! Welcome to RIoT Underground, the place where you hear from instigators who are changing the world with disruptive technology.
Our job? Pulling back the curtain. We talk to passionate disruptors about what they see, what they do, how they got to where they are, and what’s coming next.
Have you ever wondered how people drive through their mistakes, learning from them, and capitalizing on them? Have you ever wondered how people find a career in tech, or start a company, or become great leaders? Do you want to hear more about people who succeed? And I mean the real stories, not just the wins we see in a highlight reel. Good - us too. And we’re going to bring that and more, here, at RIoT Underground.
RIoT Underground is created and produced at RIoT Studios with music created by Scott Jackson. RIoT produces events, conferences and educational courses around the world and runs an early-stage startup-accelerator in Raleigh, North Carolina. Our nonprofit also operates a wireless test and certification facility under the Wireless Research Center brand. Learn how to engage by visiting us at www.ncriot.org.
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