From Engineering to Art: The Journey of Robert Brunner
In this episode, we are joined by Robert Brunner, the founder of Ammunition. Robert shares his fascinating journey from being raised in a creative family to becoming a renowned industrial designer. He talks about his early career, including his time at Apple as the Director of Industrial Design, and his experiences at Pentagram. Robert also discusses the importance of asking the right questions when developing products and the impact of AI on design. Throughout the conversation, he emphasizes the need for integrity in design and the significance of creating products that are worth making. Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.com The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com
26 Elo 202440min
The Inspiration Journey: How BatFast is Changing Sports
In this episode of TechTalks, the co-founders of BatFast, Jignesh Patel and Runish Gudhka, discuss their journey and innovative technology behind their sports tech company. Rooted in Runish’s experience as an athlete and their shared love of Cricket, BatFast aims to increase participation in sports like Cricket, Baseball, and Tennis by making them more accessible, engaging, and (crucially) affordable. They have developed a simulation-based product that includes an automated ball-throwing system integrated with video projections, immersive graphics, and various scoring systems. This technology not only reduces the cost and space required for playing these sports but also enhances the user experience with data and analytics. Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.com The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com
23 Elo 202436min
Breathing Easy: Personalizing Air Pollution Data with Louise Thomas
Today on Tech Talks we chat to Louise Thomas, CEO of Air Aware Labs, about their mission to personalize air pollution data, and their innovative integration with Strava (which you can start using for free today)! David also looks at Louise's journey from government to entrepreneurship. Discover how Air Aware Labs is helping individuals make data-driven decisions to reduce their exposure to harmful pollutants. Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.com The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com
21 Elo 202435min
Creating a Culture of Excellence: Insights from Robert Hicks
In this episode of Tech Talks, we sit down with Robert Hicks, the Chief People Officer at Atheneum, to explore the critical role of culture in modern workplaces. Robert shares his insights on building a thriving culture, the importance of finding, training, and retaining talent, and how Atheneum leverages expert networks to provide intelligence as a service. Tune in to learn about the challenges and opportunities in the evolving world of work, and how organizations can navigate the future with a strong cultural foundation. Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.com The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com
19 Elo 202430min
Marketing and Branding Insights from an ‘Overnight Success’
In this episode of Tech Talks, we dive into the incredible journey of Thomas J. Vosper, whose last business failure opened the door to a wildly successful venture. From self-publishing books to leading historic pub crawls through London, Thomas has amassed hundreds of thousands of followers and is on the brink of announcing a major book deal. David catches-up with him in a truly historic venue to quiz him about his unique marketing and branding strategies, the power of community, and the creative ways he engages with his audience. Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.com The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com
16 Elo 202428min
Young Professionals in Tech: Leo Sharma on Work Attitudes and Industry Expectations
As students receive exam results across the United Kingdom, we dive into the perspectives of young professionals entering the tech industry with Leo Sharma, a guest David first interview several years ago and who now stands on the cusp of his working life! Leo shares his journey through education, his perceptions of the tech world, and his thoughts on the future of employment and sustainability. Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.com The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com
14 Elo 202431min
The Journey to Net Zero: Carbon Removal Strategies with Hans Westerhof
In this episode of Tech Talks, Hans Westerhof, co-founder and Managing Director of Remove, discusses the importance of carbon dioxide removal in achieving net zero emissions. Together we explore various methods used to capture and store CO2, including nature-based solutions like planting trees and technological solutions like vacuum cleaners that filter CO2 from the air. Hans highlights the challenges faced by the industry, such as high costs and the need for infrastructure development. There is huge importance in reducing emissions alongside carbon removal efforts and Dsvid and Han discuss the emerging market for carbon removal credits, which companies can buy to offset their carbon footprint. Hans provides insights into the future of carbon dioxide removal and the role of startups in developing innovative solutions to combat climate change. Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.com The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com
12 Elo 202430min
What is the CrowdStrike fallout a few weeks on? We get an expert view from Zeus Cloud’s Mark Grindey
In this episode, David Savage interviews Mark Grindey from Zeus Cloud and asks him to reflect on the recent CrowdStrike crisis and its impact on businesses. Mark shares insights on the importance of not blindly trusting suppliers when it comes to updates and the need for rigorous testing before implementation. He discusses the challenges faced by companies during the global outage and emphasizes the significance of having robust policies and procedures in place to prevent such incidents. Mark also highlights the differences in response times between the private and public sectors and the importance of allowing technical teams to do their jobs without excessive interference from management. Tech Talks is powered by Nash Squared, the leading global provider of technology and talent solutions. Find out more about our solutions at www.nashsquared.com The music on Tech Talks is created by London artist Lemzi: www.lemzi.com
9 Elo 202429min
