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Being Built
by Aaron Davis
Great leaders, what they're building, and how they’re being built along the wayBEING BUILT Podcast is hosted by Aaron Davis, Founder of Reliant Search Group - a company that specializes in Executive Search, Tech Staffing & Recruitment.To know more visit reliantsearchgroup.com 👈
Episodes
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No Margin For Error: Breaking the Cycle of College Debt | James Cosby | Being Built Podcast
For first-generation college students, there is no margin for error. One wrong decision can cost them their future. In this episode of the Being Built Podcast, host Aaron Davis sits down with James Cosby (Founding Executive Director, Bottom Line Ohio) to discuss the critical work of helping...
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AI Can't Replace Us? Hype vs. Reality with Parag Pujari
In this episode of Being Built, host Aaron Davis sits down with Parag Pujari, CIO of Jurgensen Companies, to break down the real-world challenges of tech adoption and the massive hidden costs behind the AI hype. From skyrocketing cloud bills to the irreplaceable value of human judgment, learn why...
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Building Teams That Actually Work: Beyond the Resume ft. Mike Nelson
In the world of corporate acquisitions, it’s a common misconception that buyers only look at products and technical assets. The reality is that company valuations are heavily driven by the synergy, trust, and alignment of the leadership team running the show. In this episode of the BEING BUILT...
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Building Teams That Actually Work: Beyond the Resume
Is your team productive, or just busy? Brad Jordan joins Aaron Davis to peel back the layers of effective leadership, moving beyond what’s on a resume to what’s in a leader's heart and mind. Jordan explains how self-awareness serves as the bedrock for professional growth and team harmonization.
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5 F's of Frontier Leadership with Darren Baldwin (President of PIKUS3D)
We make money by making good decisions." But how do you ensure your team is empowered to make them? In this episode of the BEING BULT Podcast, host Aaron Davis welcomes Darren Baldwin, President of Pikus 3D for the second time to discuss how to move past the tech and into the heart of modern...
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Cybersecurity is a Leadership Problem: Managing Risk in 2026 w/ Dave Hatter (Intrust IT)
We are kicking off the New Year with a wake-up call: Is your business actually secure, or just lucky?On this episode of the BEING BUILT Podcast, host Aaron Davis (Founder, Reliant Search Group) sits down with Dave Hatter, Cybersecurity Consultant at Intrust IT and Mayor of Fort Wright, KY.Dave...
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Why Neural Networks Hallucinate & The Energy Crisis in Tech | Being Built Podcast
In this episode of Being Built, Aaron Davis sits down with Jon Salisbury, CAIO - CEO at Nexigen and a veteran of the tech startup world (17 companies founded). They move beyond the buzzwords to discuss the actual mechanics of AI, the difference between "Deep Learning" and "Genetic Fuzzy" systems,...
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From Coder to CIO: Gurvinder Rekhi's Journey in Academia & Tech Leadership
In this episode of the BEING BUILT Podcast, host Aaron Davis, Founder & Search Consultant at Reliant Search Group sits down with Gurvinder Rekhi, CIO and VP of Technology at the University of Dayton. Gurvinder shares his journey from a programmer to a technology leader, discussing the cultural...
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Building a Legacy Beyond Business: People-First Leadership with Jacqueline Gamblin
In this episode, host Aaron Davis sits down with Jacqueline Gamblin, the founder and leader of JYG Innovations, to reflect on her journey as an entrepreneur in the defense industry. Jacqueline shares the wisdom gained from building her company from her kitchen table to a thriving organization.…
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Military to Civilian Leadership: Mike Phillips on Building Strong Teams
Join host Aaron Davis, Founder & Search Consultant at Reliant Search Group and Mike Phillips, VP of IT at Wright-Patt Credit Union, as they discuss Mike's 31-year military career, transitioning to civilian leadership, and his philosophy on building strong, connected teams. Learn about fostering...
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Leading the Tech Community with Melissa Cutcher, the Executive Director of Technology First
In this episode of the Being Built Podcast, host Aaron Davis sits down with Melissa Cutcher, the Executive Director of Technology First. They dive into the strategy behind building a thriving tech community, the practical applications of AI in business, and the leadership philosophies that foster...
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Treating Time Like a Weapon, AI & The Human Experience
In this episode of the BEING BUILT Podcast, host Aaron Davis of Reliant Search Group sits down with Alexis Bonnell, former CIO & Director of Digital Capabilities Directorate at the Air Force Research Lab (AFRL) and now a Partnership Manager at OpenAI. Alexis shares her unconventional journey into...
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DEXA CEO Beth Flippo on the Future of Drone Delivery & Commerce
In this episode of the BEING BUILT Podcast, host Aaron Davis (Founder & Search Consultant at Reliant Search Group) sits down with Beth Flippo, CEO and founder of DEXA (also known as Drone Express), to explore the cutting-edge world of drone delivery.Beth shares her journey from embedded software...
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Veteran Broadcaster Dan Edwards Unpacks Media Truths & Body Language Secrets
This week on BEING BUILT, host Aaron Davis welcomes Dan Edwards, a 40-year media and broadcasting veteran and host of the "A Greater Date" podcast. They discuss the secrets of body language (like why genuine smiles matter so much), Dan's journey through the changing media landscape, the state of...
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From Dial-Up to DataYard: A Founder's 30-Year Tech Odyssey
Join us on the BEING BUILT Podcast as we delve into the captivating story of David Mezera, President and co-founder of DataYard. David takes us on a journey through his remarkable 30-year career in the tech world, starting with a dial-up ISP in 1995 and evolving into a leading cloud consulting...
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Building Community: Leading a YMCA with Chris Johnson
Join us on the BEING BUILT Podcast as we chat with Chris Johnson, CEO & President of the Ralph J. Stolle Countryside YMCA! Chris shares invaluable insights into building thriving social spaces within a large facility, managing a massive team, and the art of hiring the right people. We delve into…
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From Humble Beginnings to Operations Manager: Britta August's Leadership Journey | BEING BUILT Ep.46
Join Aaron Davis as he interviews Britta August, Operations Manager at Bering Straits Native Corporation, on the BEING BUILT podcast! Britta shares her inspiring career journey, from humble beginnings to leading teams and hiring top talent. Discover valuable leadership wisdom, including how…
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Episode 45 with Shanda McKinney (Global Head of People & Culture at Woolpert)
@beingbuiltpodcast - Great leaders, what they're building, and how they’re being built along the way. About our guest: Shanda McKinney is the Global Head of People & Culture at Woolpert, where she has been shaping and executing the company's culture initiatives on a global scale since May 2024....
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Episode 44 with Scott McGohan (Co-Founder of One Morning)
@beingbuiltpodcast - Great leaders, what they're building, and how they’re being built along the way. 🌐 https://www.reliantsearchgroup.com/being-built-podcast About the guest: Scott McGohan is the Co-Founder of One Morning, an organization dedicated to driving mental health engagement and…
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Episode43: Leading with Balance - Insights from Andrea Kunk, President of Peerless Technologies
BEING BUILT Podcast - Great leaders, what they're building, and how they’re being built along the way. 🌐 https://www.reliantsearchgroup.com/being-built-podcast About the Guest: Andrea Kunk, a charter employee of Peerless Technologies, has served as President since 2021. She joined Peerless in…
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Episode 42: Chris Kershner - Advocating for Business Interests
BEING BUILT Podcast - Great leaders, what they're building, and how they’re being built along the way. 🌐 https://www.reliantsearchgroup.com/being-built-podcast About the Guest: Chris Kershner is the President & CEO of the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce. Under his leadership, the chamber has...
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Episode 41 with Brian Raison on Effective Mentoring
The BEING BUILT Podcast - Great leaders, what they're building, and how they’re being built along the way. About the guest: Brian Raison is a Professor and Leadership Field Specialist at The Ohio State University. He has been with the university since 1996, focusing on mentoring, leadership...
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Episode 40: Laurence Jones On Managing Risks
Great leaders, what they're building, and how they’re being built along the way 🌐 https://www.reliantsearchgroup.com/being-built-podcast About the Guest: Laurence Jones is the Chair and President of RiskVersity, a company that focuses on economic development. His background includes expertise in...
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Episode 39 with Jackie Janning-Lask: Inspiring the next generation of engineers
Great leaders, what they're building, and how they’re being built along the way! 🌐 BEING BUILT Podcast About the Guest: Jacqueline S. Janning-Lask, currently the CEO at Midwest Microelectronics Consortium, a member of the Senior Executive Service, serves as the Director of Engineering and...
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Episode 38: Alicia Donovan Brainerd on Engineering Excellence at Foursquare
BEING BUILT Podcast - Great leaders, what they're building, and how they’re being built along the way 🌐 https://www.reliantsearchgroup.com/being-built-podcast About the Guest: Alicia Donovan Brainerd is a seasoned engineering leader with a passion for technology and mindfulness practices. As the...
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Episode 37: Navigating Digital Transformation - Insights from Stacie Hoelscher (UDRI)
Your podcast featuring senior leaders and their journey to success. 🌐 https://www.reliantsearchgroup.com/being-built-podcast About the Guest: Stacie Hoelscher is a seasoned professional in business operations and project management, currently serving as the Director of the UDRI Digital...
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Episode 36: From Humble Beginnings to Startup Success Mark Wyatt (Founder at Quantiv Group)
Your podcast featuring senior leaders and their journey to success. Exploring their path as top executives and their journey creating teams, products, and businesses." https://www.reliantsearchgroup.com/being-built-podcast About the guest: Mark Wyatt is a seasoned technology leader and…
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Episode 35: Unlocking Team Potential: Cloverleaf’s Kirsten Moorefield
"Your podcast featuring senior leaders and their journey to success. Exploring their path as top executives and their journey creating teams, products, and businesses." About the guest: Kirsten is a co-founder of Cloverleaf.me, a B2B SaaS platform delivering Automated Coaching to numerous teams...
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Episode 34 with Kalen Howell Sr. (CIO at ChemStation)
About the guest: Kalen Howell Sr. is a seasoned business leader with a robust background in software development and software quality. He holds an MBA from the University of Dayton and a Master's of Science in Computer Science from Franklin University. Currently, he serves as the CIO at…
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Episode 33 with Rich Theil (Founder of Product Forge)
About the Guest: Rich Theil is the founder of Product Forge, a company that helps organizations deliver quality software 10x faster by leveraging AI. He is also a contributor to The Enterprisers Project, an online community and publication for CIOs and IT leaders. Rich has over 20 years of...
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Episode 32 with David Shattuck (Founder of BitcoinCashClient & A Fifth Of Gaming)
About the guest: David Shattuck is a senior software architect at Digital2DNA, a company that aims to bring blockchain technology to healthcare. He has over 15 years of experience in software development, working with various technologies such as C#, SQL, Entity Framework, and Bitcoin Cash. He is...
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Episode 31 with Liz Johnson (Innovation Specialist at Department of Veterans Affairs)
About the Guest: Liz Johnson is a Health System Specialist of Innovation at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, where she leads discovery and design work to empower frontline staff and improve healthcare delivery for veterans. She has over 18 years of experience in various roles within the...
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Episode 30 with Benita Capers (Senior Manager at Last Mile Food Rescue)
Benita Capers is a Senior Manager at Last Mile Food Rescue, Inc., a non-profit organization that aims to end hunger and food waste in Cincinnati. She is responsible for growing the rescue efficiency and technology capabilities of the organization. She is also the Managing Partner and Founder of...
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Episode 29 with Mike Bell (Co-Founder & CTO at Scheduler AI)
Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE: @beingbuiltpodcast 👍 The BEING BUILT Podcast Episode 29 with host Aaron Davis, Founder of Recless Tech and featured guest Mike Bell, Co-Founder & CTO at Scheduler AI. About the guest: Mike Bell is a co-founder and CTO of Scheduler AI, a company that develops a patented...
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Episode 28 with Jason Molnar (Co-Founder & Chief Strategy Officer at Infinity Labs
Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE / Follow: @beingbuiltpodcast 🔔 The BEING BUILT Podcast Episode 28 together with host Aaron Davis, Founder of Recless Tech. About the guest: Jason Molnar is the co-founder and chief strategy officer of Infinity Labs, a technology company that delivers innovative…
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Chris Nyhuis: "Growth at Vigilant is about our capability" (CEO at Vigilant) | EP27
DON'T FORGET TO FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBE: @beingbuiltpodcast 🔔 The BEING BUILT Podcast Episode 27 featuring Chris Nyhuis, Founder & CEO at Vigilant together with host Aaron Davis, Founder of Recless Tech. About the guest: Chris Nyhuis is the founder and CEO of Vigilant, a cyber security company that...
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Episode 26 with Nate Denlinger (VP of Software Engineering at Rove IQ)
Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW: @beingbuiltpodcast 🔔 The BEING BUILT Podcast Episode 26 featuring Nate Denlinger, VP of Software Engineering at RoveIQ together with host Aaron Davis, Founder of Recless Tech. About the guest: Nate Denlinger is the VP of Software Engineering at RoveIQ, a company...
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Episode 25 with Ry Walker (Founder & CEO at Tembo)
DON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE 🔔 The BEING BUILT Podcast Episode 25 featuring Ry Walker, Founder & CEO at Tembo together with host Aaron Davis, Founder of Recless Tech. About the guest: Ry Walker is a software engineer, founder, and open source advocate. He is the founder and CEO of Tembo, a Postgres...
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Episode24 with Tim Metzner (Founder and CEO of Fireroad)
Tim Metzner is an entrepreneur, investor, and mentor who is passionate about building great companies that are a force for good. He is the founder and CEO of Fireroad, a BuildCo that creates and acquires digital businesses. Tim has been involved in over 50 startups as a founder, partner, advisor,...
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Episode 23 with Dan Broerman (VP of Software Development at Taylor Corporation)
Dan Broerman is the Vice President of Software Development at Taylor Healthcare Technology, a company that creates healthcare applications for hospital systems. He is a product development professional, focused on healthcare information technology, and leading cross functional teams driven to…
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Episode 22 with Matt Naveau (CTO at Tangram Flex)
Matt Naveau is the Chief Technology Officer and VP of Engineering at Tangram Flex, a company that aims to revolutionize software development for cyber-physical systems. He has over 15 years of experience in engineering, product management, and cybersecurity. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree…
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Episode 21 with Brandon Bayer (Co-Founder & CEO at Flightcontrol)
Brandon Bayer is the CEO and cofounder of Flightcontrol, a full stack deploy platform that runs on your own cloud. He is also a senior software engineer consultant and the creator of Blitz.js, a fullstack React framework. He has experience in web, desktop, and mobile app development, as well as...
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Episode 20 with Jeffrey Graley (Co-Founder & President at Miles Two)
Jeffrey Graley is the Co-Founder and President at Mile Two LLC, an applied innovation company that utilizes expertise in human performance, user experience design, and cognitive systems engineering to develop user-centric software solutions for their client’s most challenging problems....
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Episode 19 with Josh Gratsch (President & CEO at Ascend Innovations)
Josh is the President & CEO of Ascend and has been with the company since early 2016. His responsibilities include managing operations, leading growth and strategy, and creating new business pathways in the community health technology space. Before Ascend, Josh started his career in data science...
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Episode 18 with Nicholas Ripplinger (President at Battle Sight Technologies LLC)
Nicholas Ripplinger is the president of Battle Sight Technologies LLC, a company that develops and delivers innovative technologies for the defense industry. He is also the author of the #1 best-selling book “Front Line Leadership - Applying Military Strategies to Everyday Business”, which draws…
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Episode 17 with Max Aulakh (CEO at Ignyte Assurance Platform)
Max Aulakh is a Data Security and Compliance leader delivering DoD-tested security strategies and compliance that safeguard mission-critical IT operations. Trained and excelled in The United States Air Force, Max maintained, and tested the InfoSec and ComSec functions of network hardware…
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Episode 16 with Armando Monzon (Director of Software Development at ONEIL)
Armando Monzon is the Director of Software Development at ONEIL. Armando is responsible for the technical execution of Commercial, Aerospace, and Defense Business Unit software products and technology solutions. Armando also directs Research and Development projects of emerging technologies...
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Episode 15 with Matthew Hail (Chief Technology Officer at enosix)
Matthew Hail is the Chief Technology Officer at enosix, a tech company that specializes in real-time data virtualization between SAP ERP and front-end systems of engagement such as Saleforce, ServiceNow & more. As an IT professional he has been leading the design, architecture and development of...
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Episode 14 featuring Tsavo Knott (Co-Founder & CEO at Pieces)
Tsavo is the Technical Co-Founder and CEO of Pieces, the world's first AI Native Micro-Repository for File Fragments. Pieces unlocks the ability for professional creators to save, search, share, reference, and reuse smaller, more granular resources with automatic material enrichment and context...
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Episode 13 featuring Ayman Salem (CEO of MRL Materials Resources LLC)
Dr. Ayman Salem (PI) is the President of MRL Materials Resources LLC. He has earned his Ph.D. (2002) in Materials Science and Engineering from Drexel University. He recently led MRL through an awarded $72M contract from the United States Air Force Research Laboratory for the research and...
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Great leaders, what they're building, and how they’re being built along the wayBEING BUILT Podcast is hosted by Aaron Davis, Founder of Reliant Search Group - a company that specializes in Executive Search, Tech Staffing & Recruitment.To know more visit reliantsearchgroup.com 👈
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