Matthew is CISO at 118 118 Money. In today's show he shares his thoughts on the role security professionals play in startups, and how they need to be see as growth enablers. In his role he helps make sure fintech organisations have risk management and cyber strategy in place, which might have to be retro-fitted.

Matthew Bryant tells us how security professionals need advocate their role as growth enablers.

Sarah was a lawyer who saw the world was changing, even when those she worked with were blind to it. Taking a chance on a change that *felt* right, she switched careers, and hasn't looked back. Now CISO at UCL, she explains why Higher Education is unmatched as a place to learn the best principals of information security.

If you think joining UCL might help your own career, check out what opportunities there are currently available: https://microsites.harveynash.co.uk/ucl/home

Sarah Lawson, CISO at UCL, explains why HE is the best place to learn your craft!

It's Tolkien Day on the 25th, so we're exploring your 'fellowship', or the team you build at work and creating an environment to thrive!

To help us do that we're joined by Hya co-founder Jason Waterman and Ploughshare CEO Hetti Barkworth-Nanton.

Getting your people right is so key; they are the change.

How do you build a team and create an inclusive, innovative environment?

Today we talk to Lewis Silkin's CTO Alex Bazin. We're chatting about investment in technology, helping make people happy and not forgetting the human factor.

Karolina Fidrych also drops in to tell us about this year's Boycott Your Bed - find out more about Action for Children, and the Harvey Nash team's efforts, below:

https://www.actionforchildren.org.uk/
https://www.justgiving.com/team/harveynash22

Can technology makes lawyers happy?

Today Richard Felton-Thomas joins us to talk about the bias in sport talent spotting. AI Scout is an app that uses data to benchmark talent, giving scouts a tool to augment their activities and give more opportunity to those who might otherwise miss out. On the eve (almost) of the FIFA Women's World Cup, we're celebrating anything that expands inclusion and opportunity,

We also chat about Reality+, who have partnered with OTZ Sports to launch 'Own The Zone', a game with technology at it's heart.

Can AI reduce bias in sports talent spotting and give equal opportunity?

Felix Atkin (CEO and founder of Sharesy) joins the podcast to talk about building a platform that allows community spaces across London take bookings, revitalizing their use. It's an impact startup inspired by the want to do good, and the work of previous 'Tech Talks' alumni such as Tessa Clarke.

Also on today's show, a new feature, the 'Friday News Flash'. Cathy White draws our attention to crisis at Devternity. The whole article is at: https://www.404media.co/devternity-fake-speakers-eduard-sizovs/

Lastly you might notice some new music on the show. We've partnered with the amazing Lemzi (more on this in a few episodes). Give him a follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5TACkrIqhdLJmX1TcjpDKu?si=K1qaPSv0S_2heRilEKp2DQ

We discover how tech is giving new life to local community spaces.

On today's show we welcome David Wong, Chief Product Officer at Thomson Reuters, to the podcast. Thomson Reuters have a report exploring AI and productivity. Productivity has been on the lips of so many in the industry since the Pandemic, but what does the data actually say?

We talk about the report at length, but download it here for yourself: https://www.thomsonreuters.com/en/campaigns/future-of-professionals.html

You might notice some new music on the show. We've partnered with the amazing Lemzi (more on this in a few episodes). Give him a follow on Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/5TACkrIqh…v0S_2heRilEKp2DQ

What does GenAI really mean for the future of professionals?

We know there is a climate crisis, but what can we do? 

Joel Tasche (founder and co-CEO of Cleanhub) took matters into his own hands, and here talks about Cleanhub's mission and the circular economy. 

We're also talking about the importance of storytelling as a founder: https://www.forbes.com/sites/abdoriani/2022/10/24/storytelling-tips-for-founder-from-the-science-of-storytelling-by-will-storr/?sh=18860eb5783e

We're drowning in plastic, so how can technology help?

45% of women are leaving within the first 8 years of their career. How can we stop that and celebrate women? Sarah Persov, Engineering Team Lead at Dojo, talks about championing women in technology and her career, and why her advice for her boss is refreshingly direct.

Also on the show we chat to the artist behind out sound, Lemzi. Check out his music and shows on his website: https://www.lemzi.com/

Sarah's message is simple, "Don't be a dick".

Web Summit was all about AI… yes. But more than that; it was how technology is continually being used to push boundaries and democratize services and information. Here are two more examples concerning mental health and impact investment! Helping shine a light on these topics are Tom Winterton, Head of Platform at Invest Engine, and Michel Valstar, CEO of BlueSkyeye AI.

Also on the show we're chatting about the most searched Google searches! Thanks to Calum Warren-Piper at PHA for drawing attention to this article: https://www.semafor.com/article/12/11/2023/googles-year-in-search-results-revealed

The music on Tech Talks is by London artist Lemzi. Check out his music and store at www.lemzi.com

A month on, we look back to our conversations at Web Summit

Steve Salvin (Chief Executive at Aiimi) has been helping organisations make sense of their data for a long time. Whilst the terms are new, the processes aren't necessarily. So amongst experimentation, and some banning AI, what actually comes next, and who should be steering the direction of your business?

Also on today's show we have a chat about an article on Unleash (by Lucy Buchholz) about a study which suggests 18% of North American employees are considering leaving their role in 2024: https://www.unleash.ai/company-culture/18-of-american-employees-are-considering-leaving-their-current-roles-in-2024/

The music on Tech Talks is by London artist Lemzi. Check out his music and store at www.lemzi.com

"In 5-7 years, 70% of business activities will be done by GenAI": Are you ready?

Suki Fuller was recently named the most influential woman in UK technology by Computer Weekly. What's got Suki to this point in her career, and who or what were her inspirations? How is she trying to help the next generation of industry leaders?

Also on today's episode we hear from Richard Davies, UK Managing Director at Netcompany. He's keen other leads pay attention to the lessons to be learned from the IT failures at the BBC: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-67503126

The music on Tech Talks is by London artist Lemzi. Check out his music and store at www.lemzi.com

Introducing the UK's most influential women in tech… Suki Fuller

As a society we need to do better than digging up fossil fuels, and consumers should make better choices. But how does a company take that belief and turn it into a profitable enterprise? This Boxing Day we catch up with Satnam Surae, PhD, CTO and co-founder at Twig and ask about their path to success.

The music on Tech Talks is by London artist Lemzi. Check out his music and store at www.lemzi.com

The algorithm mightier than the pipette: is technology changing science?

Griffin Parry is CEO and founder of M3ter, a business powering every variation of usage-based pricing for companies at all stages of growth. 

He has already built and successfully exited one startup, and he's doing it all over again. What did he do last time that he won't this time around? What lessons are there for other entrepreneurs?

On the show David is also joined by 'Tech Talks Daily' host Neil C. Hughes, freelance journalist and industry commentator.

The music on Tech Talks is by London artist Lemzi. Check out his music and store at www.lemzi.com

What does it take to successfully exit?

Happy New Year! Is it new year, new you? 

Today we chat to Everyrun founder Alona Lashchenko, who's built a platform that's a running community that she hopes will tackle loneliness and obesity. That's despite having to leave Ukraine and relocate in Oxford.

Well here on the podcast it's new year, same content. We hope you enjoy the show in 2024 and thanks for listening! The music on Tech Talks is by London artist Lemzi. Check out his music and store at www.lemzi.com

It's the new year, could tackling health and your mental health be one of your resolutions?

This episode covers regulation, robots, driverless cars, and asks if the tech community only develops and designs for itself. The second part (and feature interview) in the show is with Jordan. He is running Dell's first global startup in residence - Fantoo. His journey is a fascinating listen and great addition to the series!

Tech Talks ft Jordan Fantaay

Sebastian is CEO of Parcelly, an app that puts you in charge of your parcels. You get the option of getting parcels delivered to an address that's convenient to you. The company display innovation and green credentials. Find out more in this week's podcast.

Tech Talks ft Sebastian Steinhauser

Ems will help you find a new home by getting to know you. Alex Sullivan is building a business and a product with clear purpose behind it! Have a listen to his story on this weeks show, and gain his insight into funding and culture.

Tech Talks with Alex Sullivan from Ems

Daniel is the COO of BuffaloGrid, the mobile power and internet service for the off-grid world. They are on a mission to connect the next billion. The platform uses solar energy, innovative technology and a cashless payment system to provide power-as-a-service where it’s needed most, helping users integrate into the digital world.

Also on today's pod, a chat about AI and the seas:

https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/ai-tech-offers-hope-for-coral-reefs_uk_5b6435cde4b0b15abaa213fa

TechTalks meets Daniel Fogg, COO at BuffaloGrid

Simon is CTO of Nominet UK, the domain name registrar. With responsibility for delivering the innovation pipeline, research and development through to commercialisation, Simon describes his role in helping avoid a 'Kodak moment'. During the chat we also talk about the role of education in helping shape the tech sector of the future.

Our article for today's show comes from UKTN;

https://www.uktech.news/news/industry-analysis/opportunity-for-startups-as-uk-ceos-increasingly-looking-for-innovation-partners-20180813

Tech Talks meets Simon McCalla, CTO of Nominet UK

the internet industry. In this interview we focus on putting users in charge of the content they see online, and building a user driven means to police and regulate content platforms.

Also in the pod, Coca-Cola, Costa and digital strategies:

https://www.uktech.news/news/industry-analysis/a-data-led-loyalty-programme-will-help-costa-coffee-following-its-acquisition-20180831

Tech Talks with Ben Williams, Director of Advocacy, EYEO

Kate Ward joins us to talk about her role at Refinery29; the global media and entertainment company focused on celebrating women, their diverse voices and experiences. We discuss purpose, what on the agenda for Refinery29 and how to appeal to women across different platforms and geographies.

Also on the show we talk about Intra, a censor-busting app from Google: 
https://techcrunch.com/2018/10/03/googles-cyber-unit-jigsaw-introduces-intra-a-security-app-dedicated-to-busting-censorship/

Tech Talks meets Kate Ward, Executive Vice-President of Refinery29

Our guest on this show is Nicole Dezen, General Manager, Consumer and Device Sales for UK and Ireland at Microsoft. There is great insight into the culture of the organisation, and why it’s good not to be the smartest people in the room. Nicole is passionate about inclusion in the workplace and that is another major theme in the pod.

Yessi Bello Perez (Editor of UK Tech News) is a guest panellist and brings this article along to discuss with Dave and Jack:
https://www.uktech.news/news/industry-analysis/forget-oil-is-data-the-new-fur-20181004 

There is also a plug for a brilliant diversity event coming up later this month. Go and attend!
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/unconventional-paths-into-tech-tickets-50780600142

Tech Talks meets Nicole Dezen, General Manager at Microsoft

Three more interviews from the final day of Web Summit, and a wrap up with Jack. Dave picks over the general themes coming out of the conference and reasons for attending. We also hear from Shadow Cabinet member, Chi Onwurah MP.

Bonus Content - Tech Talks at Web Summit 2018 pt 2

Hannah Allen has been an Associate Medical Director at Babylon Health. She talks about femtech and how a lot of tech is created for men by men, how data needs to be handled with responsibility, and how technology is helping grant access and health education to communities in poorer parts of the world.

Also on the show… Dave and Jack talk about social media’s role in parenting, and an app that locks your kid’s phone if they ignore your texts!
https://thenextweb.com/syndication/2019/01/11/sharing-your-childrens-bad-behavior-on-social-media-is-making-it-worse/ 
https://www.news.com.au/technology/gadgets/mobile-phones/dad-creates-app-that-locks-your-childs-phone-until-they-answer-your-text/news-story/cc3f770a6ad3f1687133618fe4188a16

Whilst you’re here, head over to www.audible.co.uk/techtalks for your free month-trial and start your year with a great listening experience!

Episode 165 with Dr Hannah Allen, Associate Medical Director at Babylon Health

Ras Shah is a Director and the Chief Revenue Officer at OKRA Technologies. OKRA are on a mission to save and improve human lives, by creating the world’s most trustworthy AI analytics engine for healthcare. We discuss the challenges in realising that mission, and how best to work with much larger partners. 

In part two Dave and Jack discuss Squad, the app that allows you to be alone, together…
https://techcrunch.com/2019/01/17/squad-screenshare/ 

Whilst you’re here, head over to www.audible.co.uk/techtalks for your free month-trial and start your year with a great listening experience!

Episode 167 with Rasim Shah, Chief Revenue Officer at OKRA Technologies

Naimish Gohill joins the podcast to talk about his journey from lost 16-year old, to successful founder and CEO. Satchel started as a mission to transform homework and communication in Naimish’s school has transformed into a global brand, saving teachers time, improving schools and streamlining classroom management. 

Jack and Dave share their latest insight on the tech market with a special focus on the most exciting UK tech startups.

Whilst you’re here, vote for our Technology Personality of the Year! Details are here: https://app.hubspot.com/content-detail/4452630/landing-page/7063116024/performance

Episode 177 with Naimish Gohil, Founder & CEO of Satchel

On the show today we chat with Karsten, the COO of UKCloud. Karsten was a deeply technical professional who has pivoted his career to focus on customer service and culture. In this interview we’re exploring how he’s implementing a customer centric culture at UKCloud and helping the business go through a period of rapid growth.

We’re at Big Data World on Wednesday, and Dave is hosting the main stage! Come and have a chat, and hear from a rage of incredible speakers: https://bit.ly/2BV3ZaN

Episode 181 with Karsten Smet, COO of UKCloud Ltd

What is transhumanism? Enhancing the human experience via technology. Why should we care about transhumanism? Regulation is a huge topic that we often discuss. Transhumanism is theoretical but forces us to think about ethics and the challenges faced by society in a new light, with technology playing a key role. It takes arguments to the extremes. To help us through this slightly ‘out-there’ debate we welcome Kate Levchuk to the show. Kate is a Forbes contributor, conference host and speaker, and runs the website www.kategoestech.com 

Kate is also part of our panel at our live show discussing AI in enterprise on the 9th May. We’ve got a packed program, we’re announcing the winner of our Tech Personality of the Year and we’ve got an Unbound ticket giveaway. We’d love you to join us: http://meetu.ps/e/GCFZd/zhMPk/f

Episode 190 with Kate Levchuk, tackling transhumanism

Paul Schulz, Chief Product and Technology Officer at Perkbox, joins us this Easter Monday. We’re talking all about culture, innovation and the role of the product and technology functions in fast growing businesses. We get the views of someone who has been building software products for 27 years into how to scale a digital business successful. From everyone at Tech Talks, Happy Easter!  

On the 9th May we’re going ‘Live’ with a show you can join! We’ve got a packed program, we’re announcing the winner of our Tech Personality of the Year and we’ve got an Unbound ticket giveaway. Come join us: http://meetu.ps/e/GCFZd/zhMPk/f

Episode 193 with Paul Schulz, CPTO at Perkbox

Ian is the CTO of GL Education, a North-East based EdTech business. We talk about why the industry resonated with him, and how data can unlock a whole new approach to education that not only helps teachers, but helps better understand students as a whole.

GL Education are currently hiring. If the North-East sounds like it might be a place to continue or kick-start your career, why not check out what positions they have available? https://microsites.harveynash.com/gleducation/

We are running the Hackney Half Marathon on the 19th of May for Alive & Kicking. You’ve heard all about them in the show advert… please help us support them: https://www.justgiving.com/teams/techtalksharveynash

Episode 199 with Ian Tufts, CTO at GL Education

Today we're talking about the good work a community can do when it comes together. For over 20 years the technology community has supported Byte Night. Working with Action for Children, Byte Night raises money to support homeless young people. We talk to the London Chair Alastair, who shares his own person story and the stories of some of the individuals this event has supported over time. 

If you would like to join Alastair and David at Byte Night please register your interest: https://www.bytenight.org.uk/register/

Episode 202 with Alastair Brown, London Chair at Byte Night

In our 300th episode we talk to Zoom, the company hosting our quizzes, book clubs and wine tastings. Despite David's impression Phil Perry talks about why the platform is being successful in enterprise, and how they're helping users stay safe.

We also welcome Amy Dickens, from fellow podcast 'What Comes Next?', a show about tech and the future. Find out more here: https://granttree.co.uk/what-comes-next-podcast/

Phil Perry, Zoom's Head of UK & Ireland, talks through the company's growth and security measures.

A clip from tomorrow's interview to give you a taste of what's coming on the show tomorrow. We'll be exploring attitudes to tech, and tech business with Doteveryone.

Our next guest is... Catherine Miller, CEO of Doteveryone

On the show today, a welcome return to Doteveryone as they publish their 2020 Digital Attitudes Report. So how do people feel about technology at a time when we've never needed it more? I'm afraid there are some concerning stats, but also positive recommendations. It's key the tech industry listens and engages with people to build trust.

If you want to dive into the research Catherine is referencing head over to the website and download the full report: https://www.doteveryone.org.uk/report/peoplepowertech2020/

Catherine Miller, CEO of Doteveryone, asks whether people have a voice in technology?

One in two women will experience a form of abuse. Why are we not talking about this, why are women scared to speak up or fighting to have their voices heard? Tomorrow's podcast explores what can be done to help with the inspirational Devika Wood.

Our next guest is... Devika Wood, cofounder of I Am Arla

Devika guests on the show to talk openly about the abuse she, and many more women, have suffered. We talk about the strength found in community and how supporting each other gives voice to others. Dave and Jack then ask if men need to be more critical of themselves and others.

Devika Wood, cofounder of I Am Arla, is fighting back against abuse.

Carl joins the podcast to talk about building his business and standing out in a competitive field. How are entrepreneurs approaching the current market, and what's more important; product-market-fit or a simple solutions? We also ask what lessons he's learnt from previous start-up experiences.

Carl Dean Tucker talks to us about launching a business during Covid-19.

Kevin is an actuary with over 20 years consulting experience. However, he's concerned with the growing gap in understanding of how to ensure your pension and finances work for you since the Pension Freedoms Act. That's led him to build Guiide, a platform with close ties to the new tech pension offerings.

Kevin Hollister, founder of Guiide, talks about the lack of understanding around pensions.

Rob talks to us on the podcast about the need to find purpose in your role, staying ahead of automation, and how the world is adapting to challenge and opportunity presented by AI. Rob talks about the responsibilities at the door of industry and the state, and how crucial it is to welcome a diverse range of skills.

If you want to here Rob talk at the We Are The City conference next Friday (26th June) time is running out: https://wearetechwomen.com/conference/

Rob McCargow, Director of AI at PwC UK, talks about upskilling for industries of the future.

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