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Michael Walrath, Chair of Yext and serial tech entrepreneur, s David Savage to break down how AI is disrupting the traditional rules of digital presence and search. As brands wake up to the shift from human-focused web experiences to AI agents as digital gatekeepers, Michael shares what companies need to do now to stay visible. He explains why businesses must stop building for websites alone and start structuring data for AI—and why those who do will dominate the next phase of search. 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

In this episode, David Savage speaks with Dr. Sarah Schlobohm, CAIO at Zally, about what it means to build a business where AI isn’t just a function—it is the product. From less security to redefining tech team structures, Sarah explores the fast-evolving AI landscape and what modern tech leadership really looks like. They also discuss how emerging businesses can stay agile amid relentless innovation, and why curiosity—not just coding—remains key to long-term success in the AI economy. 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

In this episode, David Savage talks to Stevie Case, Chief Revenue Officer at compliance and security leader Vanta. Stevie shares her remarkable journey from being one of the world’s first professional female gamers to leading Vanta’s explosive growth. Along the way, she opens up about the risks AI poses to data security, why regulation alone isn’t enough, and how trust has become a core business differentiator. Stevie also gives insight into what it takes to build a high-performing, remote-first sales team—and why unconventional backgrounds can be a secret weapon in tech leadership. 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

In this episode of Tech Talks, David Savage reconnects with Barry O’Connell to explore the growing cybersecurity risks in manufacturing, particularly as geopolitical instability, outdated systems, and operational technology (OT) vulnerabilities collide. As Barry explains, manufacturing is increasingly targeted by cybercriminals and even state-sponsored actors due to gaps in cyber maturity and sprawling attack surfaces. Barry unpacks why ransomware is spiking in OT environments, how 73% of OT devices remain unmanaged, and what manufacturing leaders—and governments—must do to raise the bar on resilience. With parallels to potholes and supply chain fragility, the message is clear: without proactive action, disruption is inevitable. Trustwave's research can be found here: https://www.trustwave.com/en-us/resources/blogs/trustwave-blog/bridging-the-gap-why-it-and-ot-convergence-is-reshaping-manufacturing/ 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

In this episode, David Savage speaks with Svetlana Tarnagurskaja, CEO and co-founder of The Dot Collective, a next-generation consultancy helping enterprises make the most of their data. Svetlana explores how organisations can stop treating data like an afterthought and start building modern, cloud-native infrastructure that actually delivers ROI. From the myths of traditional consultancy to the rise of agile, practitioner-led teams, this episode is a must-listen for digital leaders who are serious about sustainable innovation and value-based transformation. 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

The pace of AI and cloud innovation is relentless—but are enterprises keeping up? In this episode, Jason Rees, SVP Technology and Cloud Infrastructure at Oracle, s Tech Talks to discuss the shift from AI experimentation to execution. With Oracle’s AI Agent Studio, businesses now have the tools to build, extend, and deploy AI-driven automation at scale. But what does this mean for vendor choice, interoperability, and future-proofing enterprise tech? From multi-cloud flexibility to breaking down walled gardens, Jason shares insights on how enterprises can maximise AI’s potential without locking themselves into rigid ecosystems. With a $5 billion UK investment in cloud infrastructure, Oracle is doubling down on AI’s role in digital transformation. But as businesses wrestle with legacy systems and data challenges, the real question is: how do you get started? Also on the show David and Sam talk about Big Tech's plans for Data Centres, read the article discussed here: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2025/apr/09/big-tech-datacentres-water 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

In this special episode of Tech Talks, David Savage sits down with Feryal Clark, Minister for AI and Digital Government, to explore the UK government's AI Energy Council—its goals, challenges, and why the national strategy must centre both sustainability and inclusion. As AI continues to demand more power and shape the global economy, how does the UK ensure all communities—not just London—reap the rewards? Minister Clark discusses why local collaboration, energy efficiency, and real-world outcomes are vital for national success, and invites digital leaders to contribute to the plan through R&D 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

The world of insurance has remained largely unchanged for centuries—but in an era of rapid technological innovation, is the industry keeping up? Joseph Ziolkowski, CEO and co-founder of Relm Insurance, s Tech Talks to discuss why emerging industries, from AI and Web3 to private space exploration, struggle to find coverage in traditional insurance markets. Joe explains how Relm is addressing silent AI risk, the coverage gaps that businesses don’t realise they have, and why insurers are often too slow to adapt. From the explosion of digital assets to the legal complexities of new space ventures, we explore how insurance could be the missing link in unlocking the next wave of global innovation. 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

In this episode of Tech Talks, Becky Tanner, Chief Marketing and People Officer at Wisk, takes us inside the future of autonomous air travel. Wisk is pioneering the development of self-flying, all-electric air taxis, aiming to transform urban mobility while maintaining the highest safety standards. With Boeing as its backer, Wisk is working toward FAA certification for its groundbreaking aircraft—one that flies without a pilot on board. Becky shares the challenges of building trust in autonomous flight, navigating the complex regulatory landscape, and keeping a team engaged in a long-term, high-stakes innovation journey. The Jetsons may have promised flying cars, but Wisk is delivering a safer, structured, and scalable vision for the future of air mobility. 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

In this episode of Tech Talks, David Savage speaks with Ben Colman, CEO of Reality Defender, about the alarming rise of deepfake technology, its impact on fraud, and how businesses can defend themselves in a world where AI-generated deception is becoming mainstream. With deepfake-related losses projected to hit $40 billion by 2027, companies are waking up to the threat of AI-driven fraud—whether it’s impersonation scams, reputational attacks, or non-consensual AI content. Ben shares how Reality Defender is building real-time detection tools that act as the “antivirus for deepfakes,” and why educating organizations on AI security is more critical than ever. 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

In this episode of Tech Talks, David Savage speaks with Daryl Cromer, CTO of PCs and Smart Devices at Lenovo, about the AI-driven evolution of personal computing. AI isn't just changing the way we work—it’s redefining how we interact with our devices, blending local and cloud processing, enhancing security, and shaping the future of hybrid AI. Daryl explains how AI-integrated PCs will become more intuitive, context-aware, and secure. He also discusses Lenovo’s approach to responsible AI, why privacy is a growing concern, and how devices will soon act as the “hands” of the cloud—executing tasks on our behalf. As AI transforms the industry, Lenovo is rethinking hardware to ensure it keeps pace with the demands of modern s. 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

Sustainability has become a business imperative—but is it driving real change, or is it just another PR exercise? In this episode of Tech Talks, David Savage is ed by Sammi Gower (Pollen Advisory), Tanishq Jain (Dash), and Louis Millon (Systemiq Capital) to discuss how climate tech and data are shaping the green economy. They explore the role of AI, data, and regulation in sustainability, questioning whether businesses are truly innovating or simply adapting their reporting to meet expectations. From startups pioneering climate solutions to investors backing the future of sustainable tech, we get an inside look at how companies are leveraging technology to make environmental responsibility profitable.Are businesses using sustainability data to drive real impact, or are they just getting better at talking about it? 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

Too much of the tech industry is caught up in hype—chasing funding, inflated valuations, and buzzwords. But Joy Cristea thinks it’s time we got back to basics. In this episode, Joy shares her take on what makes truly impactful technology, why product-market fit is too often overlooked, and how lived experience can shape better leadership. From her own journey through startups and scale-ups, she offers a refreshingly honest view on what the industry is getting wrong—and how we can do better. To find out more about the dinners discussed head to: https://digital-entrepreneur.com Joy’s iMA questionnaire can be found at http://Discover-iMA.com 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

In this episode of Tech Talks, Oskar Konstantyner, VP of Product at Templafy, dives into one of the most overlooked productivity killers in modern business—document creation. With 1.4 billion workers generating 500 billion documents a year, the inefficiencies are staggering.Oskar explains how AI is finally changing the game, helping companies cut the manual work involved in document workflows. He discusses the real impact of AI—where automation is working, where businesses are still struggling, and why many organizations are only halfway through their digital transformation journey. From the role of AI in document automation to the reality of adoption across different industries, this conversation sheds light on why companies are still struggling to close the gap between intent and output—and how embedding AI into workflows could be the key to unlocking real efficiency. 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

Despite clear evidence that female-led startups generate strong financial returns, only 1% of VC funding in Europe goes to women-only teams. In this episode, Tanya Suarez, Chair of the Board at GENDEX, s us to uncover the systemic barriers women founders face in accessing capital—and how data-driven insights can push for change. GENDEX is more than just a report; it’s a dashboard that tracks gender diversity across the deep tech pipeline, revealing where women drop out and why. Tanya explains how biases in VC funding, lack of exposure to investors, and entrenched industry norms are holding women back—and why changing the system is not just a DEI initiative, but an economic necessity. With female-led IPOs valued at twice the average of male-led exits, we explore how investors and policymakers can harness data to close the funding gap, drive better decision-making, and create a more inclusive startup ecosystem. 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

In this episode of Tech Talks, David Savage speaks with Nikki Camilleri, Music Industry Director at the London College of Contemporary Music (LCCM), about the challenges and opportunities facing young musicians today. From navigating an evolving industry to the importance of grassroots community-building, Nikki shares how LCCM helps students transition from education to career in an era where traditional pathways are changing. With venues closing, streaming revenues tightening, and AI disrupting creative industries, how can artists carve out sustainable careers? Nikki discusses the critical role of industry connections, live performance, and adaptability in today’s music business. 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

The UK’s Online Safety Act has arrived—and with it, new responsibilities for businesses providing online services. In this episode, David Savage speaks to Anna Lucas, Supervision Director at Ofcom, about what companies need to do to comply with the new regulations, the risks of failing to act, and how Ofcom’s Digital Toolkit can help navigate the complex legal landscape.   With fines of up to 10% of global revenue on the table, businesses can’t afford to ignore these changes. But who does the Act apply to? What measures must businesses put in place? And how will Ofcom enforce compliance? Anna shares insights on the law’s real-world impact and how it’s shaping the future of online safety in the UK. 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  

Childcare is broken. Parents struggle with accessibility, flexibility, and trust, while caregivers often face low pay and limited opportunities. Ari Last, CEO & Founder of Bubble, is on a mission to change that. In this episode of Tech Talks, Ari shares how technology can solve one of the biggest pain points for working parents, why trust and community are at the core of childcare solutions, and how Bubble is bridging the gap between parents and trusted sitters. With more people working flexibly and remotely, childcare needs a rethink. But is tech the answer? And can innovation keep up with the reality of modern parenting? 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

In this episode of Tech Talks, Bonny Simi, President of Operations at Joby Aviation, takes us inside the world of electric air taxis and the future of urban air mobility. As a seasoned aviation leader and former JetBlue executive, Bonny shares how Joby is developing eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) aircraft to revolutionize short-haul travel. We discuss the challenges of scaling an entirely new form of transportation, the regulatory hurdles that come with pioneering a new industry, and how Joby is tackling safety, infrastructure, and public trust. Bonny also reflects on her career journey—breaking barriers in both aviation and technology—and what it takes to lead in an emerging, high-stakes sector. 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

In this episode of Tech Talks, Napala Pratini, CEO of Habitual, breaks down why obesity is one of the biggest global health crises and how her company is tackling it differently. Habitual isn't just about weight loss—it’s about changing behaviors to create long-term health improvements. With over one billion people living with obesity and weight-related diseases like type 2 diabetes, Napala explains why fad diets and quick fixes don’t work. Instead, she highlights how technology, behavioral science, and the right medical can create sustainable, life-changing health outcomes. 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