Best Contract Management Institute Podcasts (2025)

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From sending flowers to Russia to building an $11M global gift empire with a 120+ person team. Dmitriy Peregudov's story proves that patience, purpose, and people-first values are the keys to lasting success ... 52:14

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In this episode of Grow a Small Business, host Troy Trewin interviews Dmitriy Peregudov, founder of Gift Baskets Overseas, shares his inspiring 28-year journey from sending flowers to loved ones in Russia to leading an $11M global gifting company with 120+ team members. He talks about building a business rooted in patience, perseverance, and people…

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Building a better Artificial Intelligence (AI) future – Agile regulations for risk mitigation 31:11

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As AI technologies advance at unprecedented speed, the need for smart, agile regulations has never been more urgent. Striking the right balance between mitigating risks and fostering innovation is no easy task, yet it’s essential for building AI systems that are safe, trustworthy, and beneficial to society. In this episode, we explore the key regul…

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Building AI-Ready Cultures in Life Sciences R&D - with Xiong Liu of Novartis 30:57

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Today’s guest is Xiong Liu, Director of Data Science and AI at Novartis. Novartis is among the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies, pioneering data and advanced analytics in the pursuit of new medicines and patient outcomes. Xiong joins Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello to examine how generative AI and foundation models are transforming…

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From Couch to 7-Figure Profit: Petar Lackovic, Founder of The Sales Institute of Australia, Reveals How 85% of His Clients Raise Prices with Confidence, Boost Conversions, and Build Unstoppable Profit ... 49:50

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In this episode of Grow a Small Business, host Troy Trewin interviews Petar Lackovic, founder of The Sales Institute of Australia. Petar shares his remarkable journey from sleeping on a couch to running a lean, 7-figure profit business that helps entrepreneurs master sales and pricing with confidence. He reveals how 85% of clients in his Convert Cl…

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QFF: From AI to Empathy: Stephen Sakach, Founder of Zero Company & AI CMO.io, Reveals How Emotional Connection, Purpose-Driven Marketing, and His ‘Bliss Business’ Philosophy Are Redefining the Future of ... 20:21

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QFF: Quick Fire Friday – Your 20-Minute Growth Powerhouse! Welcome to Quick Fire Friday, the Grow A Small Business podcast series that is designed to deliver simple, focused and actionable insights and key takeaways in less than 20 minutes a week. Every Friday, we bring you business owners and experts who share their top strategies for growing your…

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Rethinking How Life Sciences Organizations Approach AI - Mathias Cousin of Deloitte 38:14

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Today’s guest is Mathias Cousin, Managing Director at Deloitte. With extensive experience in R&D transformation and regulated industry data strategy, Mathias joins Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello to unpack what it really takes for enterprise leaders to deliver ROI from AI and data initiatives. Mathias also shares actionable guidance on bui…

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From Wedding Dreams to a Fashion Empire: Jennifer Ann Johnson on Growing True Fashionistas into Florida’s Leading Lifestyle Resale Brand—Blending Passion, Purpose & Perseverance for Unstoppable Business ... 30:55

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In this episode of Grow a Small Business, host Troy Trewin interviews Jennifer Ann Johnson, founder of True Fashionistas, Florida’s leading lifestyle resale brand. Jennifer shares her inspiring journey from running a wedding planning business to building a thriving fashion resale empire. She talks about overcoming challenges like COVID-19 and hurri…

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Streamlining Fund Compliance with AI-Ready Data - Sandro Venturini of UBS 21:47

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Today’s guest is Sandro Venturini, Executive Director and Consultant at UBS. Specializing in cross-border fund structuring and regulatory strategy, he holds years of experience guiding financial institutions through complex launches across jurisdictions for the world’s largest private bank. Sandro joins Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello on t…

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From Tool Sprawl to Defensible Value in AI for Legal - with Christo Siebrits of AbbVie 27:50

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Today’s guest is Christo Siebrits, Senior Associate and General Counsel at AbbVie. With over 20 years of experience in global pharmaceutical legal and compliance leadership, Siebrits leads AbbVie’s AI initiatives and provides strategic guidance on AI-related legal and regulatory matters. Christo joins Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello to dis…

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Dennis Underwood on Scaling Cyber Crucible: From Military Contracts to a $1.2M ARR SaaS Powerhouse, Mastering Lean Growth with a 10-Person Team, Global Patents & a Mission to Redefine Cybersecurity Through ... 40:05

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In this episode of Grow a Small Business, host Troy Trewin interviews Dennis Underwood, founder of Cyber Crucible, a cybersecurity software company transforming how businesses manage digital risk. Dennis shares his journey from government contracting to building a global SaaS powerhouse generating $1.2 million in recurring revenue with a lean 10-pe…

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Enabling Strategic Procurement with AI, From Frustration to Foresight - with Rob DeSantis of Arkestro 28:35

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When finance leaders push for measurable savings and supply chain leaders prioritize continuity and resilience, technology adoption often gets caught in the middle. Procurement teams, operating with risk-averse cultures and outdated tools, face growing complexity while pressure mounts from both sides of the business. In this episode of the AI in Bu…

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Connecting the Dots Across Discovery - with Ben Ninio of Deloitte 22:04

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On this episode of the AI in Business podcast, Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello speaks with Ben Ninio, Principal in Strategy at Deloitte, about how enterprises are rethinking the fundamentals of scientific discovery in the AI era. Ben explains why language itself has become the “hack” for unifying frameworks across R&D domains—from pharmace…

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QFF: Nic McGrue of Polymath Legal: Helping Entrepreneurs and Real Estate Investors Raise Capital Legally, Build Passive Income Streams, and Create Generational Wealth with Smart, Compliant Investment Strategies ... 23:45

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QFF: Quick Fire Friday – Your 20-Minute Growth Powerhouse! Welcome to Quick Fire Friday, the Grow A Small Business podcast series that is designed to deliver simple, focused and actionable insights and key takeaways in less than 20 minutes a week. Every Friday, we bring you business owners and experts who share their top strategies for growing your…

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Fixing Ticket Noise with AI in Enterprise MSP Operations - with Steve Taczala of Impact Networking 18:16

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Today’s guest is Steve Taczala, VP of Service Operations at Impact Networking. Impact Networking is a managed service provider founded in 1999, with more than 20 US offices, supporting organizations in IT, cybersecurity, and applying AI to business operations. Taczala brings extensive experience in managing MSP service operations and improving IT w…

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Data Volume, Quality, and Model Degradation for AI at Scale - with Sunitha Rao of Hitachi Vantara 21:46

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Today’s guest is Sunitha Rao, SVP and General Manager for Hybrid Cloud Business at Hitachi Vantara. Hitachi Vantara is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd. that provides data infrastructure foundations that help leading innovators manage and leverage their data at scale. Through data storage, infrastructure systems, cloud management, and digi…

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The Future of AI Agents in Consumer Goods Operations - with Padma Hari of Nestlé Purina 26:24

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Practical AI for In-House Patent Legal - with Kevin Ahlstrom of Meta 18:32

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From Freelance to 16-Person Team: Paige Wiese of Tree Ring Digital on doubling growth during COVID, bouncing back from setbacks, and scaling an industry-agnostic digital marketing firm with resilience ... 28:07

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The Expanding Role of Video and Visual Data From Footage to Forensics in Retail - with Naveen Kumar of Walmart 16:56

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Unlocking the Potential of Outcome-Based Contracting 19:39

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Jay Sapovits on Scaling Ink Stores: From $300K to Mid-7 Figures by Turning COVID Adversity into Growth, Building On-Demand Swag Shops & Leading a Team of 30 with Consistency, Creativity & Resilience ... 30:39

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In this episode of Grow a Small Business, host Troy Trewin interviews Jay Sapovits, founder of Ink Stores, who shares how he transformed his business from a retail storefront into a thriving on-demand swag company during COVID. Starting with $300K in the first year and growing to mid-seven figures, Jay reveals the pivotal mindset shifts, the import…

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QFF: Kath McCann on Building Tasmania Football Club from Dining Table Startup to 30+ Staff & 215K Members – Scaling Fast, Winning Community Trust, and Sharing Key Business Lessons Every Small Business ... 23:31

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QFF: Quick Fire Friday – Your 20-Minute Growth Powerhouse! Welcome to Quick Fire Friday, the Grow A Small Business podcast series that is designed to deliver simple, focused and actionable insights and key takeaways in less than 20 minutes a week. Every Friday, we bring you business owners and experts who share their top strategies for growing your…

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How AI Is Reshaping Patent Strategy and Portfolio Management - with Shandon Quinn of Clarivate 22:19

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Today’s guest is Shandon Quinn, Vice President of Patent Intelligence, Search and Analytics at Clarivate. Quinn joins Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello to examine how AI-powered workflows are helping IP leaders deliver strategic impact, smarter decision-making, and tangible results for data-centric enterprises. Shandon also shares proven cha…

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From Startup Struggles to Scaling Success: Jason Ackerman of Wealth Rabbit Shares His Journey Building a Food Innovation Powerhouse, Leadership Lessons, Disrupting Meal Delivery & Thriving in Today’s Business ... 38:32

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In this episode of Grow a Small Business, host Troy Trewin interviews Jason Ackerman, founder of Wealth Rabbit, shares his journey from early startup challenges to scaling a thriving food innovation company. He opens up about the lessons he learned in leadership, resilience, and adapting to industry disruptions. Jason explains how Wealth Rabbit is …

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Achieving Personalization and Compliance in Med Tech Solutions - with Faithe Toomy of Insulet 22:53

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Today’s guest is Faithe Toomy, Director of Voice of the Customer and Insights at Insulet. Insulet is a medical device company specializing in wearable drug delivery systems for diabetes care, combining engineering, clinical research, and digital health capabilities to develop automated therapeutic solutions. Faithe joins Emerj Editorial Director Ma…

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James France of Vanguard Luxury Brands grew from $13K sales to $28M before exiting to Lion. He reveals how focusing on ‘best brands for the best bars,’ overcoming setbacks, and a clear USP fueled his business ... 42:32

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In this episode of Grow a Small Business, host Troy Trewin interviews James France of Vanguard Luxury Brands, who grew his company from $13K in sales to $28M before exiting to Lion. James shares how focusing on “best brands for the best bars” and a strong USP fueled growth, opens up about setbacks like losing key brands and managing cash flow, and …

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Human Compatible AI and AGI Risks - with Stuart Russell of the University of California 1:03:19

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In this special weekend edition of the ‘AI in Business’ podcast’s AI Futures series, Emerj CEO and Head of Research Daniel Faggella speaks with Stuart Russell, Distinguished Professor of Computational Precision Health and Computer Science at the University of California and President of the International Association for Safe & Ethical AI. Widely co…

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QFF: Ryan Estes, Founder of Kitcaster, shares how he helped 800+ startup founders and CEOs turn fear into growth—raising millions, scaling businesses, and influencing AI training data through the power ... 24:21

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QFF: Quick Fire Friday – Your 20-Minute Growth Powerhouse! Welcome to Quick Fire Friday, the Grow A Small Business podcast series that is designed to deliver simple, focused and actionable insights and key takeaways in less than 20 minutes a week. Every Friday, we bring you business owners and experts who share their top strategies for growing your…

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Rosy McEvedy of IV League Drips shares how she grew a $5K idea into 200+ licenses across Australia, achieving 125% growth in 3 years while building a passion-driven health brand, strong culture, and loyal ... 29:07

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In this episode of the Grow A Small Business Podcast host Troy Trewin interviews Rosy McEvedy, founder of IV League Drips, shares her journey of turning a $5K savings into a fast-growing health business with over 200 licenses across Australia. She reveals how her passion for health, combined with grit and discipline, fueled 125% growth in just thre…

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Trust, Tension, and the Tactical Contract: Rethinking Deal-Making in a World of Uncertainty 22:20

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In a world of constant disruption, contracts are under pressure to be both anchors and sails – able to provide stability and enable agility. In this podcast we explore how businesses can move beyond risk-heavy negotiations to create adaptive agreements that balance trust with tactical flexibility, turning contracts into frameworks for resilience an…

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Lessons from Running Massive Online Degrees at Scale - with Aaron Demory of Fearlus 27:53

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Today’s guest is Aaron Demory, Senior Partner at Fearlus and Chief of Information Technology and Security at the FDIC. Aaron joins Emerj Editorial Director Matt DeMello on today’s show to explore how organizations can safeguard institutional memory, align data strategy with cultural goals, and rethink success in the age of AI. With experience spann…

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Co-founder of Four Pillars Gin, shares how he turned a bold idea into a global brand, selling over 6M bottles and growing to 150 team members before a $100M exit, with insights on branding, leadership ... 48:09

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In this episode of Grow a Small Business, host Troy Trewin interviews Stu Gregor, co-founder of Four Pillars Gin, shares his journey of growing a bold idea into a global gin brand. Starting in 2013, he scaled the business to 150 team members, sold over 6M bottles worldwide, and achieved a $100M exit. Stu dives into the challenges of competing with …

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QFF: Unlocking Small Business Growth and Profitability with Fractional CFO Expertise – A Conversation with Carla Titus, Founder & CEO of Wealth & Worth Within, on How Knowing Your Numbers Can Transform ... 19:47

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QFF: Quick Fire Friday – Your 20-Minute Growth Powerhouse! Welcome to Quick Fire Friday, the Grow A Small Business podcast series that is designed to deliver simple, focused and actionable insights and key takeaways in less than 20 minutes a week. Every Friday, we bring you business owners and experts who share their top strategies for growing your…

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Scaling Global Trade with AI Powered Tools for SMBs - with Kuo Zhang of Alibaba.com 28:49

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Global sourcing has long been a barrier for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Language differences, compliance challenges, logistics hurdles, and trust issues can overwhelm even the most determined entrepreneurs. In this episode of the AI in Business podcast, Kuo Zhang, President of Alibaba.com, shares how new technologies—including Alibaba…

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Founder of The Body School, shares her decade-long journey building a global wellness business. Discover how she bootstrapped her way to 10,000+ clients by putting community and values first, even through ... 42:58

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In this episode of the Grow A Small Business Podcast, host Troy Trewin interviews Sofia Rozhko, founder of The Body School, shares her 10-year journey of growing from a solo nutritionist to building a global wellness business serving over 10,000 clients across 32 markets. She credits her success to a values-driven team, a strong focus on product qu…

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Reducing Errors and Improving Compliance in Global Oncology Programs - with Anthony Mikulaschek at IQVIA Technologies 32:09

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Clinical trials are growing more complex, and nowhere is that more evident than in oncology and obesity research. As sponsors push for reliable, real-time patient data, the role of electronic clinical outcome assessments (eCOAs) has never been more critical. These tools determine not only how patients report on their quality of life but also how sp…

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Justin Snyder of Forest Superfoods reveals how he grew a global health brand from just $250 to 350,000+ orders with 25% yearly growth, a passionate team of 10, and a mission-driven journey of business ... 51:29

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In this episode of the Grow A Small Business Podcast host Troy Trewin interviews Justin Snyder, founder of Forest Superfoods, who turned a $250 idea into a global health brand. He shares how his passion for nutrition and persistence led to 350,000+ orders and 25% annual growth. Justin opens up about the early struggles, the lessons learned in e-com…

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QFF: Unlock purpose-driven growth with Anita Dahlenburg, Founder of B-spoke Co! Discover how B Corp certification helps businesses boost profits, attract talent, and make a real impact on people & planet ... 21:43

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QFF: Quick Fire Friday – Your 20-Minute Growth Powerhouse! Welcome to Quick Fire Friday, the Grow A Small Business podcast series that is designed to deliver simple, focused and actionable insights and key takeaways in less than 20 minutes a week. Every Friday, we bring you business owners and experts who share their top strategies for growing your…

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From Manual Reports to Generative and Agentic AI Automation in Finance - with Pavlé Sabic of Moody’s 28:36

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In this episode, Pavlé Sabic, Senior Director in Generative AI Solutions and Strategy at Moody’s, joins Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello to discuss how agentic AI is redefining workflows in financial institutions. Pavlé explains why large enterprises are turning to AI-driven automation to overcome persistent challenges — from fragmented dat…

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Founder of Crowds Now, went from restaurants and a chocolate franchise to creating an app with 500K+ users that disrupts influencer marketing by paying everyday people to be brand ambassadors and empower ... 1:13:40

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In this episode of Grow a Small Business, host Troy Trewin interviews Adriana Brusi, founder of Crowds Now, takes us through her entrepreneurial journey from restaurants and a chocolate franchise to creating an innovative app with over 500K users. Crowds Now empowers everyday people to earn as brand ambassadors, redefining influencer marketing whil…

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Why Human Oversight and Management Will Still Matter in AI-Driven Pharma Operations - with Yunke Xiang of Sanofi 20:45

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In this episode of the AI in Business podcast, host and Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello speaks with Yunke Xiang, Global Head of Data Science for Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Quality at Sanofi. Together, they examine how generative AI and reasoning models are evolving from simple automation to high-impact copilots across pharmaceutical …

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Does AI Create the Opportunity for Procurement Reinvention? 18:48

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In this episode, we explore how AI is reshaping the procurement landscape – not by enhancing the old model, but by challenging its very existence. As intelligent systems automate traditional tasks, the focus must shift from control and compliance to commercial creativity, strategic integration, and lifecycle value. We’ll unpack what this reinventio…

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Nathan Baws of Numberfied shares his journey from launching 15 businesses to scaling a global team of 80 across 5 countries, turning failures into Shark Tank success, and driving 100% growth with creative ... 49:15

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In this episode of the Grow A Small Business Podcast, host Troy Trewin interviews Nathan Baws, founder of NumberFied, joins the Grow a Small Business podcast to share his incredible journey from launching his first “business” at age six to building 15 diverse ventures across industries. He opens up about scaling his catering company after Shark Tan…

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The Future of Customer Experience in Financial Services with Agentic AI - with Abhii Parakh of Prudential Financial 26:09

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The ‘AI in Business’ podcast connects enterprise leaders with the best insights on how AI is driving measurable impact across regulated industries. In this episode, we highlight Prudential Financial’s perspective on scaling AI in customer experience, an area facing both significant opportunity and unique regulatory challenges. By featuring Abhii Pa…

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Aligning Innovation with Oversight in AI Governance for Data Teams - with Shane Wiggins of OneTrust 23:45

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As AI adoption accelerates in financial services, governance leaders face the challenge of keeping oversight processes aligned with innovation. OneTrust provides data governance and risk management tools, serving over 14,000 customers worldwide across privacy, security, third-party, and AI domains. Traditional data governance models, often designed…

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QFF: Unlock recruitment secrets with Troy Trewin — learn how to attract A-players, master cultural fit, boost retention, and build unstoppable teams that drive growth and lasting success for your small ... 15:52

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QFF: Quick Fire Friday – Your 20-Minute Growth Powerhouse! Welcome to Quick Fire Friday, the Grow A Small Business podcast series that is designed to deliver simple, focused and actionable insights and key takeaways in less than 20 minutes a week. Every Friday, we bring you business owners and experts who share their top strategies for growing your…

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Real Estate Rules: License Law and Regulation (w/ Jessica Hickok) 1:03:23

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In this episode of Meet the Moment, Matthew and Kimberly are joined by Jessica Hickok, CEO of the Association of Real Estate License Law Officials (ARELLO). Jessica breaks down ARELLO’s vital role in licensing, accreditation, and industry oversight, while offering insight into the challenges regulators face in a rapidly evolving landscape. The conv…

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Predicting System Failures with AI in Banking - with Dale Skeen of Vitria Technology 24:56

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Banks face some of the highest stakes when it comes to IT reliability. Even small disruptions can ripple into regulatory exposure, reputational harm, and major financial losses. Yet many financial institutions still rely on reactive monitoring systems that chase alerts without addressing the root causes of outages. On today’s episode of the ‘AI in …

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Balancing Trade-Offs in Hybrid Cloud and the Infrastructure behind Scalable AI - with Jason Hardy of Hitachi Vantara 25:36

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As enterprises scale their AI initiatives, leaders face mounting challenges in balancing compute demands, sustainability goals, and hybrid cloud strategies. Many organizations rush to secure GPUs and cloud resources without accounting for hidden costs, data bottlenecks, and sustainability trade-offs. In this episode of the AI in Business podcast, E…

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Data Pipelines that Support Globalized Education and Training Programs - with Norma Scagnoli of the Illinois Institute of Technology 32:50

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As universities and enterprises both turn to large-scale digital learning, the challenges of scaling education look remarkably similar across sectors. From managing data pipelines to ensuring learners feel a sense of connection, success depends on more than just technology. In this Pure Storage-sponsored episode of the ‘AI in Business’ podcast from…