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TEN
by Nebraska Tech Collaborative
Welcome to TEN, a Nebraska Tech Collaborative Podcast, powered by Aksarben. We talk all things tech and/or entrepreneurship with people doing the work in Nebraska for 10-ish minutes max.
Episodes
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Be a Bridger: Connecting People, Ideas & Innovation | Lindsay Ruby Yardley
What does it really take to create change? Sometimes it's less about having the perfect idea and more about bringing the right people together. In this special Nebraska Women in Tech Summit series of the TEN Podcast, LaShonna Dorsey of the Aksarben Foundation and guest co-host Dr. Jessica Olsen…
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AI as Your Assistant: Grant Writing and Better Work with Frank Shimerdla | TEN Podcast
AI can save time. But should it be doing the thinking for you? For Frank Shimerdla of A&O Grant Consulting, the answer is pretty clear. Frank has worked in grants for about 25 years. Over the past year, he has started incorporating generative AI into different parts of his work, from early drafts...
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The Case for Divergent Thinking | Audrey Crane on Building Better Technology
Before you build the solution, how well do you understand the problem and the person you are trying to help? That question runs through this episode of the TEN Podcast’s Nebraska Women in Tech Summit Special Series with Audrey Crane, Partner at DesignMap and a speaker at the 2026 Nebraska Women…
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People, Performance & Building a Business | Stephanie Clark, GMP Pros
Can you build a high-performing company without losing the people-first culture behind it? Stephanie Clark believes you can — and should. In this episode of the TEN Podcast, LaShonna Dorsey and guest co-host Shayla Kelly of Complete Weddings + Events sit down with Stephanie Clark, Co-Founder and...
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The $5 Trillion Opportunity: Investing in Women Entrepreneurs | Molly Huyck
Up to $5 trillion. That’s how much closing the gender gap in entrepreneurship could add to the global economy, according to research from the Cherie Blair Foundation for Women and Boston Consulting Group. Cherie Blair Foundation for Women It’s also a statistic that helped shape what Molly Huyck...
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Closing the Capital Gap for Women Entrepreneurs | Molly Huyck
Women entrepreneurs continue to face barriers to capital. Molly Huyck decided she wanted to build something that could help change that. In this special Nebraska Women in Tech Summit series of the TEN Podcast, LaShonna Dorsey and Dr. Jessica Olsen sit down with Molly Huyck, founder of Aequitas...
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AI Needs Structure | Rob Ruiz on WordPress, Open Source & Smarter Development
AI can generate code. But that doesn’t mean it always generates the right code. In this episode of the TEN Podcast, LaShonna Dorsey visits with Rob Ruiz, an Omaha-based full-stack software engineer, Certified Advanced Professional WordPress Developer, AI expert, and owner of Bizzle Interactive.…
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Build Something Worth Coming Back To | Liz Morel | TEN Podcast
What if the answer to brain drain isn't convincing people to stay, but building opportunities so strong they want to come back? In this special Nebraska Women in Tech Summit series of the TEN Podcast, Liz Morrell, Director of the Manufacturing Extension Partnership at the University of Nebraska,...
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Helping 500 People Get Better at AI | Hunter Bergman | TEN Podcast
Hunter Bergman has a goal: help 500 people become more confident and capable with AI. And he’s already more than 200 people in. Hunter is the founder of XPM and XPM Labs. Originally from Northeast Nebraska, he started building what would become XPM while attending Northeast Community College and...
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Give Them Their Flowers: Tailla Strawn on Community, Career Growth & Recognition | TEN Podcast
Some of the people making the biggest impact in our communities are also the least likely to seek recognition. They do it because the work matters to them more than the accolades. Tailla Strawn knows that firsthand. Tayla is the 2026 Nebraska Women in Tech Tech Community Impact Award recipient,...
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The Skills AI Can't Replace | Keegan Taylor | TEN Podcast
Artificial intelligence is changing software engineering—but it's also redefining what it means to be a successful engineer. In this episode of the TEN Podcast, Keegan Taylor, Director of Software Engineering at Workshop, joins Shonna Dorsey and guest co-host Jessica Olson to discuss how AI is...
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From Software Engineer to Executive Leader: Why Erin Good Invests in Women in Tech | TEN Podcast
We’re kicking off a special TEN Podcast series highlighting the women who help shape the Nebraska Women in Tech Summitas speakers, volunteers, partners, award recipients and community leaders. Our first guest is Erin Good, Executive Director in the Kiewit Technology Group and founding partner of...
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AI Can Help, But It Can't Do the Job | Lindsey Frum | TEN Podcast
Artificial intelligence is transforming the way marketers and creatives work—but according to Lindsey Frum, it's not replacing creativity. It's enhancing it. In this episode of the TEN Podcast, Lindsey Frum, Marketing & Communications Manager at the Aksarben Foundation, shares how she combines...
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Lead Like the Business You’re Building | Beth Powers, Omaha Women’s Network
Entrepreneurs often assume they need to reach the next milestone before they can start operating differently. More revenue, more clients, a bigger team, then they’ll step fully into the role of CEO. Beth Powers sees it differently. In this episode of the TEN Podcast, LaShonna Dorsey talks with...
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Using Tech and Mentorship to Build Better Youth Sports | Teresa Friesen
Youth sports can give young people so much more than a place to compete. In this episode of the TEN Podcast, Teresa Friesen shares how she is combining technology, mentorship, and social science to create healthier and more meaningful experiences for young athletes. Through SheMate, Teresa uses...
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Marketing, AI & the Power of Connection with Shayla Kelly
Marketing is changing fast. The tools are evolving, customer expectations are shifting, and AI is changing how people discover, evaluate, and interact with businesses. But one thing matters more than ever: human connection. In this episode of the TEN Podcast, LaShonna Dorsey and Brian Poppe sit...
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How Healthcare Education Is Preparing Students for an AI-Enabled Future | Dr. Kelsi Anderson
AI is becoming part of healthcare—but what does that actually look like in education? In this episode of the TEN Podcast, Dr. Kelsi Anderson, President of Bryan College of Health Sciences, shares how her team is thoughtfully exploring AI to improve the student experience, support faculty and…
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Pets Have Places to Be: Kaleb Heckens on Startup Growth, Innovation, and Pet Transportation
Most people don't think about pet transportation until they need it. But for busy professionals, families, seniors, and pet care providers, getting pets where they need to go can be a real challenge. In this episode of the TEN Podcast, Kaleb Heckens, Director of Marketing at Leash, joins us to...
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AI Is Changing Tasks, Not Replacing Careers | Steve Chikwaya | TEN Podcast
Artificial intelligence is transforming the way we work—but according to Steve Chikwaya, it's not replacing careers. It's changing the tasks that make up those careers. In this episode of the TEN Podcast, Steve Chikwaya—Principal Engineer at Mutapa, technical advisor to executive teams, and…
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Economic Liberation, Innovation, and Opportunity: Garry Clark on the Future of North Omaha | TEN Podcast
Economic development is often measured in projects, buildings, and investments. But what if success was measured by something bigger? In this episode of the TEN Podcast, Garry Clark, Executive Director of the Omaha Inland Port Authority, joins us to discuss a vision for economic development...
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Building Nebraska's Tech Talent Pipeline Starts Before Graduation | Dr. Brian Dorn
Technology careers continue to evolve—but preparing students for them requires more than teaching technical skills. In this episode of the TEN Podcast, Dr. Brian Dorn, Associate Dean for Academic & Faculty Affairs in the College of Information Science & Technology at the University of Nebraska at...
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AI Is a Skill, Not a Job Title
Artificial intelligence is changing the way we work, learn, and solve problems—but what skills will matter most moving forward? In this episode of the TEN Podcast, Jason Coleman, Associate Vice Chancellor for Innovative and Learning-Centric Initiatives at the University of Nebraska at Omaha,...
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The Future Workforce Starts Earlier Than You Think | Kayla Kill | TEN Podcast
The future workforce doesn't begin in high school, college, or on someone's first day of work. It starts much earlier. In this episode of the TEN Podcast, Kayla Kill shares why early exposure to STEM, coding, problem-solving, and career exploration can have a lasting impact on a student's future....
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Curiosity, Community & STEM Learning for All Ages | Annie Narzisi
Many people think science museums are just for kids. But the Kiewit Luminarium is building something much bigger. In this episode of the TEN Podcast, Annie Narzisi, Chief Advancement Officer at the Kiewit Luminarium, joins LaShonna Dorsey to discuss creating spaces that inspire curiosity, build...
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Can We Measure Fairness in AI? | Anoop Mishra | TEN Podcast
Many assume that if AI produces an answer quickly, it must be accurate and unbiased. But in this conversation, Anoop Mishra explains why fairness in AI is far more complex than most people realize and why measuring it may be one of the most important challenges facing organizations today. As an...
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Digital Transformation Starts with People, Not Technology with Carla Liberty
Many organizations know they need to modernize. But knowing where to start—and who to trust—is often the hard part. In this episode of the TEN Podcast, Carla Liberty, Business Development Executive at YASH Technologies, joins LaShonna Dorsey to discuss digital transformation, emerging technology,...
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Building Nebraska’s Ag Innovation Ecosystem with Ankit Chandra
Most people think innovation in agriculture only happens inside large corporations or research labs. But in this conversation, Ankit Chandra shares what’s actually happening at the intersection of entrepreneurship, higher education, startups, and agriculture — and why Nebraska is positioned to...
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Building an AI-Ready Workforce with Jason Coleman of UNO
Artificial intelligence is changing the way we learn, work, and build careers. In this episode of the TEN Podcast, Shonna Dorsey sits down with Jason Coleman, Associate Vice Chancellor for the Division of Innovative and Learning-Centric Initiatives at the University of Nebraska at Omaha, to…
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Building Belonging and Career Pathways for Young People | Andrew Norman
Most people think youth development starts with programs. But in this conversation, Andrew Norman, Executive Director and Co-Founder of The Bay, shares why it really starts with belonging, trust, creativity, and access. Andrew leads a $3.8 million youth workforce and creative development...
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Building More Creative and Connected Communities Through Events | Michela Lewis
Most people think events are just about logistics, timelines, and keeping things organized. But in this conversation, Michela Lewis shares how events can actually shape connection, creativity, innovation, and community impact. Hosted by Shonna Dorsey, this episode explores what it means to create...
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Creativity, AI, and Leading with Values | Jessica Olsen
Most people think AI innovation is all about the technology. But in this conversation, Jessica Olsen shares why creativity, values, and curiosity may actually be the biggest differentiators in the future of AI. Jessica is a technology, data privacy, and AI compliance professional whose work sits…
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Wellness, Creativity, and Staying Human in an AI Driven World | Natalie Micale Schultz
Most people think staying competitive in an AI-driven world means learning more tools. But in this conversation, Natalie Micale shares why the real edge isn’t technical. It’s human. After building and scaling Oh Hello Agency and navigating its acquisition, Natalie found herself burned out, overly...
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Building Tech in Nebraska Instead of the Coasts with Kirk Zeller, Founder of the Silicon Prairie Center
Most people think you have to leave places like Nebraska to build a successful tech company. But in this conversation, Kirk Zeller, founder of the Silicon Prairie Center, shares what it actually looks like to build, grow, and even relocate companies here. Kirk’s path isn’t typical. He grew up in...
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Mentorship, Sponsorship, and Growing as a Leader | Sherry Hutcherson
Most people think mentorship is about giving advice. But in reality, it is just as much about listening, reflecting, and helping someone see themselves more clearly. In this episode of the TEN podcast, host Shonna Dorsey sits down with Sherry Hutcherson, Executive Vice President of Human…
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The Hidden Gap at Work | Adriana Cisneros Basulto on Fixing Employee Experience
Most companies are investing in employee experience. But for a lot of employees, it still feels confusing, disconnected, and harder than it should be. In this episode, Adriana Cisneros Basulto, Co-founder and CEO of Maxwell, breaks down why that gap exists and what it actually takes to fix it....
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Turning Strategy Into Execution That Actually Works with Taylor Korensky, CEO of VisionSync
Most organizations have a strategic plan. But actually tracking progress against it and knowing what’s working and what’s not is where things start to break down. In this conversation, Taylor Korensky, CEO of VisionSync, shares how organizations are moving beyond scattered spreadsheets and...
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The Importance of Employer and Student Connections with Andre Tan, Michael Lathan Jr., and Shohina Sultonova
Most people think internships are just about gaining experience. But in this conversation, we get into what actually helps students move from school into real opportunities, especially in tech pathways. Guest host Shohina Sultonova, intern at the Aksarben Foundation and senior at the University…
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Christopher Frankland on the “Bionic Agent,” AI, and Building Innovation in the Midwest
Most people think AI is about replacing jobs. But in this conversation, Christopher Frankland introduces a different perspective: the rise of the “bionic agent”—using technology to make people more capable, not obsolete. This episode is for leaders, operators, and professionals trying to…
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AI Is Moving Fast. But Is It Built Right? | Archana Raghu, AI Quality Lead at Quantum Workplace
In this episode of Tech. Entrepreneurs. Nebraska., Shohina Sultonova visits with Archana Raghu, Quality Lead at Quantum Workplace, where she leads both traditional and AI quality, partnering with data science teams on AI evaluation and testing. Her work focuses on building the systems and...
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From 5 Women to 1,800 Worldwide: How Maura Abad Built a Global Movement
What happens when you stop waiting for change and start building it? In this episode, special guest host and Aksarben Foundation intern, Shohina Sultonova visits with Maura Abad, COO at Reliability Leadership Institute and Founder of Women in Reliability & Asset Management (WIRAM). She started…
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Turning Loss Into Innovation | Kim Goins Builds a Platform for Family Legacy
After the loss of her grandmother, Kim Goins saw firsthand how disruptive major life events can be for families and how difficult it can be to navigate legacy planning in the midst of grief. That experience inspired her to begin building KIMTO, a platform designed to help families organize their...
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Ties and T-Shirts: Accelerating Innovation in the Midwest | IO2026 with Brian Ardinger
In this episode of the TEN Podcast (Tech. Entrepreneurs. Nebraska.), Nebraska Tech Collaborative Executive Director Shonna Dorsey sits down with innovation leader Brian Ardinger to discuss the evolution of Nebraska’s startup ecosystem and the upcoming Inside Outside Innovation Summit 2026…
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Daragh Mahon and Kellee Mikuls on Grit, Fit, and Building Tech Talent in Nebraska
In this episode, Shonna sits down with Daragh Mahon, CIO and SVP at Werner Enterprises, and Kellee Mikuls, Executive Director of Ignite Nebraska, to discuss how employer and nonprofit partnerships are expanding access to high wage, high skill, high demand tech careers in Nebraska through formal...
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TEN Podcast with Jenna Smith: Why Incremental Growth Is No Longer Enough
In the first episode of 2026, Shonna Dorsey sits down with Jenna Smith, founder of ThinkFree Consulting and co-founder of The Commonwealth, for a candid conversation about disruption, innovation, and the future of work. With more than 15 years of experience leading transformation inside...
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People Still Matter: Tech Talent, AI, and the Power of Relationships with Tori Young of CRi
In this episode of the TEN Podcast, Shonna Dorsey of the Aksarben Foundation and the Nebraska Tech Collaborative sits down with Tori Young of CRi, Managing Director at Client Resources Inc., for a candid conversation about what’s really happening in the tech talent market. With more than 25 years...
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Innovation, Resilience, and the Future of AI Driven Cybersecurity with Victor Patterson, Sr.
Victor D. Patterson Sr. joins the TEN Podcast to share his journey and the ideas behind the cybersecurity and governance frameworks he has created, including DeepSecure™, Cerberus Shield™, and Adversarial GRC™. His work focuses on helping organizations strengthen their defenses against synthetic...
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Driving Progress Through Policy and Advocacy with Emily Allen, Executive Director of Tech Nebraska
In this episode of the TEN Podcast, Shonna Dorsey sits down with Emily Allen, Executive Director of Tech Nebraska, for a dynamic conversation about the policy and advocacy work that is shaping the future of Nebraska’s tech ecosystem. Emily brings a rare mix of experience to this role. She is a...
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Entrepreneurship and Community in Tech: A Conversation with Cordova
In this episode of Tech Entrepreneurs Nebraska, host Shonna Dorsey talks with Gabe Romero and Vince Vigneri from Cordova about their journey in entrepreneurship, lessons learned from years in the industry, and their shared commitment to community. They discuss how relationships drive meaningful...
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From Policy to Progress: Dr. Martha Garcia-Murillo on Building Nebraska’s Next-Gen Tech Talent
Dr. Martha Garcia-Murillo, Dean of the College of Information Science & Technology at UNO, joins Shonna Dorsey to talk about the intersection of education, innovation, and impact. In this conversation, Dr. Garcia-Murillo shares how her journey from political economist to tech-education leader…
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Building Pathways for the Future: Keyosha Atwater on Reimagining Learning and Community AI
In this episode of Tech Entrepreneurs Nebraska, host Shonna Dorsey talks with Keyosha Atwater, PhD Candidate, Founder of ReflectED, and Fellow with the Google Data Center Community AI Fellowship (Watson Institute). Keyosha is redefining how literacy, learning, and workforce development intersect...
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Welcome to TEN, a Nebraska Tech Collaborative Podcast, powered by Aksarben. We talk all things tech and/or entrepreneurship with people doing the work in Nebraska for 10-ish minutes max.
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