Revolutionizing Customer Service Through AI with Jay Wellings
FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/634 Join us for an enlightening conversation with Jay Wellings, the head of development at Volato, who brings a wealth of experience from the greater Portsmouth area. As an aficionado of great steak dinners, Jay shares not just his culinary preferences but also his career journey from studying computer science in 2003 to becoming a powerhouse in the Microsoft ecosystem by 2016. This episode offers a rich narrative of Jay’s pas...
16 Dec 202433min
Martial Arts and Tech Triumphs: Charlie Phipps-Bennett's Inspiring Journey from Boxer to UK Tech Star
FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/633 Imagine a world where technology and martial arts intertwine to create a tapestry of personal and professional success. That's the landscape we're exploring with Charlie Phipps-Bennett, a remarkable tech industry talent from Weymouth, England. Discover how a chance encounter nearly turned perilous and became a pivotal moment in his life, thanks to his training in boxing and Muay Thai. Charlie's story isn't just about physi...
11 Dec 202424min
Navigating Tech Challenges and Cybersecurity Threats Amidst Political Dynamics
FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/632 Ever tried juggling three laptops while navigating airport security? Chris did, and it was as chaotic as you'd imagine! Tune in for a chuckle as we recount our technical misadventures at Microsoft Ignite in Chicago, where a Wi-Fi hiccup with Riverside had us scrambling. Plus, get a heartwarming glimpse into family life with an amusing story about Andrew's daughter Alexandra's nursery adventures that will surely bring a smi...
10 Dec 202445min
From PCF to Power FX Andrew Butenko's Tech Insights and More
FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/631 Discover how the Microsoft Power Platform is revolutionizing the tech landscape with insights from Andrew Butenko, a seasoned Solution Technical Architect and Microsoft MVP, who joins us to share his journey and current innovative projects at Excellent Solutions. You'll learn how Andrew's personal efforts to support Ukraine during the ongoing conflict highlight the country's technological advancements, such as the use of ...
9 Dec 202430min
Empowering the Future Workforce through Digital Solutions with Rafsan Huseynov
FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/630 Ever wondered how technology can revolutionize both education and business? Join us as we explore this transformative journey with Rafsan Huseynov, a senior IT program manager and enterprise architect from Washington DC, who has just earned his first MVP award in 2024. Rafsan, a passionate advocate for community empowerment, shares his inspiring story—from his beginnings at the United Nations to his academic pursuits in Italy. ...
4 Dec 202426min
Exploring AI Governance and Collaborative Networking
FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/629 Ever wondered how traditional software management can be transformed by innovative AI solutions? Join us as we navigate the exhilarating Ignite 2024 through the eyes of our field reporter, Chris Huntingford. With over 200 AI sessions and an emphasis on Contact Center advancements, Chris vividly captures the conference's electrifying atmosphere. Meanwhile, back at our studio, we reflect on the sheer joy of merging hands-on collab...
3 Dec 202434min
Empowering Digital Transformation: Georgia Tsoraklidou's Journey with Power Platform
FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/628 Join us as we sit down with Georgia Tsoraklidou, the dynamic HR Digital Cell Lead at SLB, who has successfully championed the integration of Microsoft's Power Platform. From her multicultural roots in Greece to her adventurous life in Houston, Georgia's stories are both inspiring and relatable. She shares candid insights into her journey—how an unexpected interview question led her to embrace the Power Platform, despite h...
2 Dec 202430min
Transforming from Introvert to Influential Tech Speaker Manonmani VS
FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/627 Discover the incredible journey of Manonmani VS, a Microsoft MVP who has risen to prominence within the Microsoft Dynamics community. From her beginnings in Coimbatore, India, to her current role as a community leader in Sydney, Manonmani shares her transformative story of breaking into the tech industry despite initial challenges. Her passion for Microsoft Dynamics CRM not only propelled her career but also turned her into a s...
27 Nov 202422min
