PODCAST · business
Transform It Forward
by Axway
Given the current need for transformation at an accelerated rate, what can companies do to move now and move fast? In this podcast, veteran business leader, Paul French, discusses how companies are transforming legacy ideas and technology into brilliant customer experiences. His guests — senior-level business and civic leaders — will share stories of transformation, continuous learning, experimentation, and improvement to keep you relevant and competitive at all times.
Episodes
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Digital transformation predictions for 2023 | Vince Padua and Brian Otten
For the series finale of Transform It Forward, Paul takes a moment to reflect on the past 12 months and look ahead to what we can expect to see in the new year. The past year has been full of progress, innovation and fascinating new developments in tech. To discuss some of the key highlights from...
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Evolving the healthcare insurance space through tech | Neetu Rajpal
We all know the healthcare space has undergone dramatic changes in recent years, and this episode is all about exploring the industry’s rapid evolution and technological advancements. In this episode, Paul sits down with Neetu Rajpal, the Chief Technology Officer at Oscar. As the first health...
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Dousing the flames: reducing wildfire risk | John Clarke Mills
Most entrepreneurs will agree that the best ideas are born out of a genuine need to solve a problem. Necessity is the mother of invention, and if you’re facing a challenge, there’s a good chance there are others who have encountered the same issue. For John Clarke Mills, CEO and Co-Founder of…
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The future of hospitality in a post-pandemic world | Jason Fudin
In this special panel episode of Transform It Forward, Paul sits down with two of his colleagues at Axway to discuss their top predictions for the world of tech, AI and more in 2022. Along with Vince Padua, EVP, Chief Innovation and Technology Officer at Axway and Brian Pagano, Chief Catalyst, VP...
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Revolutionizing the customer experience | Lara Compton
With an ever-evolving tech landscape, stiff competition and an undeniably changing world, marketers seem to have more to contend with today than ever before. Looking at the landscape through a critical lens is essential for brands hoping to stay ahead of the competition and optimize their…
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Refining Workforce Needs and Wants
In the third and final installment of this special Transform It Forward mini series, Paul reviews some of the highlights from interviews focusing on an area that affects all industries: the war for talent and refining workforce needs. To inform the discussion, he takes a look back at past…
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Digital Disruptions in Retail
In the second installment of this special Transform It Forward mini series, Paul reviews some of the highlights from interviews with Mike Starkey, Chief Information Officer at Christy Sports, Robert Gerwig, Senior Vice President of Distribution at Sweetwater, and Aviva Fink, the Vice President of...
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Transportation’s Tech Adoption
Throughout the Transform It Forward podcast series, Paul has chatted with experts from a wide variety of industries including events, technology and real estate. Now, it’s time to take a step back and connect the dots. For the next few episodes in the series, Paul will be taking a look back at…
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Digital disruptions in the publishing world | Seema Lakhani
On Transform It Forward, Paul and his guests often discuss new and emerging technologies, exciting innovations and the digital revolution. However, no matter how advanced our technology becomes, there will always be a fundamental human need for powerful storytelling. In this episode of Transform…
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A new era of leadership | David Cummins
As industries across the board continue to transform, we’re not only changing the work we do every day, but also, how we do said work. Without the right dynamic, culture, and leadership structure, a team can fall apart pretty quickly, so improving the way we work is often just as important as the...
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How the rewards and loyalty industry is winning big | Wes Schroll
Establishing a personal relationship with your customers is all about building a strong foundation of trust, understanding and mutual respect. In other words, people want to feel like the brands they support are also supporting them. One way to make customers feel truly valued is by rewarding…
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Shifting Gears in the Used Cars Industry | Toby Russell
The most effective industry disruptions are born from an unmet consumer need. Without a firm grasp on the needs, desires and problems of their customer, companies will fail to innovate in their industry. In this episode, Paul sits down with a guest who has an intimate awareness of this because…
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Shaping the Future of America’s Cities with Macro Trends in Mind | Alon Marcovici
Moving the needle when it comes to developing city infrastructure isn’t always easy. It’s a balancing act involving multiple stakeholders and competing interests, and innovation doesn’t always win. However, this episode featuring Alon Marcovici will remind you that Rome wasn’t built in a day.…
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Bridging the Tech Gap in the Recreational and Outdoor Power Equipment Markets | Jason Guss
As we continue to witness major transformations happening across industries, many smart investors are keeping an eye on previously untapped industries such as powersports. This ultimately opened up new opportunities for companies to step up and modernize a niche of their own, benefitting the…
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Revolutionizing the Seniors Care Industry | Sandy Jen
It’s no secret that the seniors care sector has been in need of a major transformation for decades, but the pandemic served to highlight many of the industry’s long-standing problems and systemic issues. In this episode, Paul sits down with Sandy Jen, co-founder of Honor, the world’s largest…
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Bringing Estate Planning Into the Digital Age | Julia Staffen
Will and estate planning has been notoriously complex and burdensome, but new technologies are helping us bring the process into the modern age. In this episode, Paul sits down with Julia Staffen, the COO of Willful, a company that’s dedicated to bringing will and estate planning into the digital...
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The Need for Digital Disruption in Education | Kristina Francis
The global need for digital disruption in education goes far beyond an appetite for new technology to play with, encompassing large-scale systemic issues with existing pathways to the workforce and traditional models of learning and work. On today’s episode, Paul chats with Kristina Francis, Head...
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How Digital Drives Open Revolution | Guga Stocco
Innovation: it’s a word that’s commonly thrown around corporate settings today. But who are the key players that are actually driving change forward in industries like tech, finance and advertising? In this episode, Paul sits down with one of the creative leaders and entrepreneurs helping to…
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2022 Outlook: Digital Transformation Predictions
In this special panel episode of Transform It Forward, Paul sits down with two of his colleagues at Axway to discuss their top predictions for the world of tech, AI and more in 2022. Along with Vince Padua, EVP, Chief Innovation and Technology Officer at Axway and Brian Pagano, Chief Catalyst, VP...
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Season Two Wrapped: Best of the Season
On the final episode of Transform It Forward season two, Paul is reflecting on some of the most interesting, insightful and thought-provoking interviews of the season. From content marketing to the events industry, Paul and his guests have covered a wide range of topics on season two of the...
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Reimagining Urban Mobility | Jason Gross
On this episode of Transform It Forward, Paul sits down with Jason Gross, the Vice President of Mobile at Curb, a company that’s reimagining urban mobility. With a driver-first approach to ride-hailing, Curb is bringing upfront pricing to the largest nationwide network of taxis and licensed...
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Evolving the Events Industry | Daphne Hoppenot
On this episode of Transform It Forward, Paul sits down with Daphne Hoppenot, founder of The Vendry. Launched in 2019, The Vendry is a digital marketplace and professional community for the events industry with over 18,000 members. During the episode, Paul and Daphne discuss how the events…
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Driving Change in the Transportation Industry | Michael Nalepka
On this episode of Transform It Forward, Paul sits down with Michael Nalepka, the General Manager of VideoProtects at J. J. Keller. Offering video-based solutions for drivers and fleets, VideoProtects is bringing the science of video-telematics to the transportation market. Having joined J. J....
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Keeping Score in the World of Sports Retail | Mike Starkey
On this episode of Transform It Forward, Paul sits down with Mike Starkey, Chief Information Officer at Christy Sports. Mike has held several positions in e-commerce and retail over the years, including VP of IT Strategy at enVista, Senior VP of Information Systems at Performance Bicycle and...
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Converting Customers Through Content Marketing | Michael Brenner
As companies seek better ROI for their marketing efforts today, more and more brands are turning to quality content as their number one tactic. On this episode of Transform It Forward, Paul sits down with Michael Brenner, CEO at Marketing Insider Group. Michael is a globally-recognized keynote...
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Revolutionizing the Insurance Industry Through Automation | Mark Morissette
The insurance industry was dramatically impacted by the pandemic, but some providers have been quick to evolve in the face of the crisis. On this episode of Transform It Forward, Paul sits down with Mark Morissette, Founder and CEO of Foxquilt, a leading North American insurance technology…
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The Power of API-Driven Technologies | Vince Padua
On this episode of Transform It Forward, Paul sits down with Axway’s Chief Innovation and Technology Officer, Vince Padua. Vince is known for his outcome-driven approach to building visionary technology, and over his 20-year career, he's created several groundbreaking products for Fortune 500...
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The New Frontier of Employee Benefits | Jon Schlossberg
On this episode of Transform It Forward, we learn how a financial services platform called Even is changing the game for employee financial well-being. Paul sits down with Jon Schlossberg, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman at Even, to learn how the company is transforming the way employers look…
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Dimensions of Data: Transforming Commercial Real Estate | Aviva Fink
The pandemic has changed the way we work, shop and experience life. Although the commercial real estate industry is generally optimistic about the path forward, questions remain—especially in retail. In this episode, Paul sits down with Aviva Fink, Vice President of Growth and Partnerships at...
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Transforming Telecom | Jacqueline Teo
Connecting people in a digital environment has never been more important than in the past year. Effective digital communications give us the ability to create strong global connections, collaborate with one another, and find solutions to complex challenges. Enter: Jacqueline Teo, Global Chief...
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Women in Tech: Transform or Disrupt?
Although women represent nearly half of the entire workforce today, they’re still massively underrepresented in the technology industry. Transformation is needed not only for the women working in technology now, but also for the girls hoping to make their mark on the industry in the future. In…
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Video: The Future Of Market Research | Simon Glass
Traditional qualitative market research is impersonal and hard to scale. To make matters more challenging, when the COVID-19 pandemic hit, in person interviews and focus groups were no longer accessible. Enter: video. In this episode of Transform It Forward, Paul sits down with Simon Glass, the…
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Insurance: The Changing Frontier | Dan Watt
The insurance industry is traditionally thought of as slow-moving, but today, even the longest-standing industries are being forced to adapt. On this week’s episode of Transform It Forward, Paul chats with Dan Watt, VP of Product Management at FINEOS, a firm dedicated to creating core systems for...
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Transforming Talent: Your Most Important Asset | Evan Sohn
An organization’s most important asset is its people. To kick off the second season of Transform It Forward, Paul sits down with Evan Sohn, CEO of Recruiter.com to discuss the future of human resources, talent attraction, and retention. They discuss what’s needed to transform HR departments in...
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Exploring Digital Transformation in the Energy Industry | Vicki Knott
On this episode of Transform it Forward, Paul is joined by Vicki Knott, Co-founder and CEO of Crux OCM, a company utilizing AI and real-time optimization to enable semi-autonomous operation of oil pipelines, reducing risk and increasing efficiency. The future Vicki pictures for this technology…
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A People-First Approach to Supply Chain Transformation | Robert Gerwig
Supply chain disruption is arguably an inevitability. Factors such as political unrest, tariffs and even weather can cause global supply chain disruption. So how do you manage these disruptions? And as you address major supply chain issues, how do you ensure your people remain at the forefront of...
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Business Continuity and the Remote Work Revolution | Amy MacGregor
Most work environments look very different than they did mere months ago. The shift to remote work was violently accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, forcing workplaces everywhere to manage internal and external challenges they never could have anticipated. Even companies with strong business...
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Accelerating the Future of Healthcare | Dr. Daniel Pepe and Albert Tai
What does the future of healthcare look like after the COVID-19 pandemic? Paul sits down with Dr. Daniel Pepe and Albert Tai to discuss the before and after pictures of the healthcare industry, to uncover how it adapted to the ‘new normal’ we’re experiencing today. Dr. Daniel Pepe is a...
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Creating Trust In Volatile Markets | Danielle Brown
For our third episode of Transform it Forward, Paul sits down with Danielle Brown, Chief Marketing Officer of Points, to uncover the future of D2C marketing. Points is a technology organization dedicated to helping brands enhance and monetize their loyalty currencies and currently serves 60 of…
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Creating Customer Convenience | Victor Lee
This week on Transform It Forward, Paul is chatting with Victor Lee, the former SVP of Marketing at Hasbro. Victor is a veteran in the customer experience space, having watched the marketing world evolve from the dot com boom to today’s focus on predictive, contextual targeting methods. During...
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Changing the Employee Experience │ Anna Foat
In our inaugural episode of Transform It Forward, host Paul French sits down with Anna Foat, the Director of Global Digital Transformation at Sun Life Financial. Anna is an expert in change management and her approach to handling COVID-19 has been nothing short of exceptional. Throughout their...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Given the current need for transformation at an accelerated rate, what can companies do to move now and move fast? In this podcast, veteran business leader, Paul French, discusses how companies are transforming legacy ideas and technology into brilliant customer experiences. His guests — senior-level business and civic leaders — will share stories of transformation, continuous learning, experimentation, and improvement to keep you relevant and competitive at all times.
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