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ATDC Executive Bytes
by Chris Nedza
Welcome to ATDC Executive Bytes, where Georgia’s top tech minds hit pause on their hectic schedules to share the stories, strategies, and secrets behind their success. Each episode, we go beyond the boardroom to uncover the human side of innovation—what it takes to build, scale, and lead transformative companies in today’s fast-paced world.From candid advice and lessons learned to lighthearted moments and bold predictions, Executive Bytes is your insider access to the entrepreneurial journeys shaping the future of tech. Perfect for founders, dreamers, and anyone hungry for inspiration, our show is as informative as it is entertaining. Tune in, because the best conversations happen when executives take a breather.
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Episode 28 - Starr Douglas - FrontHouz
On this episode of Executive Bytes, Starr Douglas, Founder and CEO of FrontHouz, joins Chris Nedza to share how she’s transforming hospitality staffing through a tech-driven marketplace.From her roots as a bartender to building a fast-growing startup, Starr breaks down the challenges of staffing in the service industry and how Front House is bridging the gap with flexible, high-quality talent. She dives into early lessons learned, including hiring missteps, product development challenges, and the realities of building a company from the ground up.The conversation also explores her perspective as a female founder in tech, the importance of confidence in entrepreneurship, and the mindset that’s helped her push through tough moments without ever considering quitting.A raw, insightful look at resilience, growth, and what it really takes to build something from nothing.00:00 Introduction to Star Douglas and Front House00:49 The Problem of Staffing in Hospitality03:56 How Front House Works06:48 Customer Feedback and Quality Assurance10:05 Growth and Market Expansion11:57 Challenges and Pushback from Restaurant Owners14:56 Lessons Learned as a Founder18:01 The Importance of Being Coachable19:59 Being a Female Founder in a Male-Dominated Industry23:01 Advice for Aspiring Female Entrepreneurs23:55 Resilience and Motivation in Entrepreneurship
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Episode 27 - Rahul Saxena - Stop Building Blind
SummaryIn this episode of Executive Bites, Chris interviews Rahul Saxena, the director of CreateX at Georgia Tech. They discuss the evolution of entrepreneurship at Georgia Tech, the mission of CreateX to instill entrepreneurial confidence in students, and the importance of understanding customer needs in launching successful startups. Rahul shares insights on the collaboration between Georgia Tech and UGA, and the growing entrepreneurial ecosystem in Atlanta. The conversation highlights the impact of entrepreneurship on student careers and the future of innovation in Georgia.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Rahul Saxena and CreateX02:46 The Evolution of Entrepreneurship at Georgia Tech06:01 CreateX's Mission and Programming08:49 Understanding Customer Needs in Entrepreneurship11:46 The Impact of Entrepreneurship on Student Careers14:47 Collaboration Between Georgia Tech and UGA17:58 Future of Entrepreneurship in Georgia
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Episode 26 - Deepak Rao - Mila Health
SummaryIn this conversation, Deepak Rao discusses the complexities and challenges within the healthcare sector, emphasizing the difficulty of engaging with patients and the regulatory compliance issues that complicate problem-solving. He reflects on the motivation that comes from tackling these hard problems, highlighting the need for more individuals to actively engage in finding solutions rather than merely complaining about the state of healthcare.
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Inside ATDC: John Avery on What Startups Really Need
Episode SummaryIn this episode of Executive Bytes, Chris sits down with John Avery, Director of ATDC, to uncover what truly sets Georgia’s premier technology incubator apart. John shares ATDC’s 45-year mission to make Georgia the best place to launch and scale tech companies, its unique statewide mandate, and the deep industry expertise that spans health tech, fintech, robotics, sustainability, defense, and more. He opens up about the challenges founders face once they go “all in” on their startups, highlighting the power of community, peer support, and ATDC’s long-term commitment to helping entrepreneurs bridge the gap from ideation to sustainable growth. From confidential founder lunches that become lifelines, to the concrete resources ATDC provides—capital connections, Fortune 500 customer pipelines, top talent, and non-dilutive funding—John reveals how the program helps startups defy the odds with success rates far above the industry average.🎧 Don’t miss this candid conversation that goes beyond pitch decks and dives into the real human side of entrepreneurship.👉 If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe to Executive Bytes on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an insider look at the journey of innovation and entrepreneurship.
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Episode 25 Robert Burke - How Sobo AI Helps Founders Stay in the Game
In this episode, Chris interviews Robert Burke from Sobo AI, a fractional expert marketplace designed to help small businesses access insights and expert advice. Robert shares the journey of creating Sobo, the challenges faced by entrepreneurs, and the importance of having a support system. The conversation delves into the unique features of Sobo, its impact on small businesses, and valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.🔑 Key Topics:•Why small businesses struggle to identify their real problems•How fractional experts are changing the way startups scale•The role of AI in business advice and decision-making•Building when resources are limited — and support is crucial•Robert’s own battles with burnout and the power of perseverance•What early-stage founders often get wrong — and how to fix it💡 Featured Takeaways:•You don’t need to know everything — you just need access to the right people•Entrepreneurship requires more than grit — it needs structure and support•AI is a tool, not a replacement — and when paired with human expertise, it’s powerful•Every founder hits a wall — success is about conditioning yourself not to quit
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Episode 24: General Alan Lynn - “Your Startup Is DoD-Worthy”
🎧 Executive Bytes | Episode 24: “Your Startup Is DoD-Worthy”Guest: Retired 3-Star General Alan LynnCo-Host: General Jan NorrisThink your startup doesn’t belong in the Department of Defense? Think again.In this eye-opening episode, retired General Alan Lynn — former global director of the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) and builder of secure networks for the White House and U.S. Army worldwide — debunks the myth that founders need to build weapons to work with the DoD.👉 With oversight of a $10B annual IT budget, Lynn reveals:•Why startups without a defense focus are exactly what the DoD needs•The staggering size and complexity of the DoD — it’s more like a country than a customer•Why integrity and execution matter more than military experience•How even early-stage tech (like AI data tools, cybersecurity software, or even better GUI design) can solve real problems on a national scale•The critical importance of understanding your TRL (Technology Readiness Level)🔑 Key Insight: The DoD wants innovation — and they’re actively searching for startups like yours. You don’t need to sell weapons. You need to solve real, scalable problems with precision and integrity.📣 Startups, if you’re ready to play the long game, this episode is your field guide.#ExecutiveBytes #DoDWorthy #DefenseInnovation #TechForGood #StartupGrowth #GovTech #ATDC #VeteranLeadership #AI #Cybersecurity #ATDCPodcast
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Episode 23 - Jake Kaempf - Everyday
This week for Episode 23, we welcome Jake Kaempf, founder of Everyday, with James Harris stepping in as a special host! ✈️ From LA to ATL, Jake shares why he planted roots in Georgia’s startup scene — and how Atlanta’s mix of education, creativity, culture, and Fortune 500 energy is setting the stage for an AI-powered future. 💡 Topics we covered:▪️ Why Everyday was built to put people first in AI ▪️ How they're solving major marketing ops challenges ▪️ The power of community and what Jake learned from Sig Mosley ▪️ What keeps founders going when purpose > profit ▪️ The truth behind LinkedIn vs. real entrepreneurship If you’re building, investing, or just navigating startup life in ATL, this is a can't-miss episode!
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Episode 22 - Kevin Wu - NicklPay
From spark to strategy, Kevin Wu, founder of NicklPay, joins us on this week’s episode of Executive Bytes!Kevin shares how NicklPay is simplifying product distribution with an all-in-one platform that streamlines sales channels, inventory, and fulfillment, built for businesses tired of juggling multiple systems.Don’t miss this explosive conversation packed with insights on scaling, problem-solving, and what it takes to build a startup from the ground up.
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Episode 21 - Jonathan Schwartz - Ortho Preserve
From a graduate school thesis to an innovative MedTech start-up developing a first-of-its-kind artificial meniscus implant, this week's guest, Jonathan Schwartz, takes us through his journey from an aspiring orthopedic surgeon to co-founder of OrthoPreserve. Jonathan shares how a conversation at his co-founder's wedding sparked the fuse to turn his thesis into a business, and how he is navigating the complexities of fundraising and regulation, and what it takes to go from research to reality in healthcare innovation.Hosted by our lead Entrepreneur in Residence, Chris Nedza, and co-hosted by Kevin Wu of NicklPay, this episode is a must-listen for anyone in the trenches of building a science-first start-up! 🥼🧪
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Episode 20 - Chris Appleton - Art Pharmacy
We’re joined by Chris Appleton, CEO of Art Pharmacy, to explore how creative engagement is being prescribed as a powerful tool for mental health and community healing.As we recognize Mental Health Awareness Month, this episode dives into how Art Pharmacy is bridging the gap between healthcare and the arts. 🎧 Tune in and discover how Chris is building a future where creativity supports well-being at scale.
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Episode 19 - Barbara Jones - Freeing Returns
Gulf War veteran, technologist, and founder of Freeing Returns, Barbara Jones, sits in the hot seat for this week's episode of Executive Bytes. Freeing Returns is a retail tech company fighting fraud with smart data and smarter algorithms. Here are some of the key topics discussed in today's conversation: 💼 Veteran to Visionary: How Barbara’s military background forged the resilience to thrive in startups. 🛍️ Retail’s Hidden Leak: How retailers lose 30% to fraud and inefficiencies, and how Freeing Returns fixes it. 🤖 Tech + Sales: Why building the tech wasn’t enough, and how Barbara learned to sell it. 👨👩👧 Work-Life Reality: From consulting to paying herself modestly as a founder, while being a wife and a mom. 🚫 Quit? Never.: Why her mantra is “pivot, don’t quit it.”
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Episode 18 - Blake Cook - Do Process
This week, we sit down with Blake Cook, CEO of Do Process, the company transforming how teams onboard new talent. From simplifying workflows to boosting first-day productivity, Blake shares how Do Process is rethinking one of the most overlooked—and most critical—aspects of company culture. 🚀Tune in for insights on scaling efficiently, building trust from day one, and the future of onboarding tech.
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Episode 17 - Hamed Fesharaki - AdraVision
From Dentist to Disruptor 🦷💡Hamed Fesharaki joins us, a former dentist turned tech founder, who’s revolutionizing the dental world with AdraVision, an AI-powered platform changing how providers diagnose and how patients understand their oral health.Co-hosting this one: Karl Swensen, Co-founder of Pull Logic, bringing the startup brainpower 🔥Key Topics:🦷 From Chairside to C-Suite: How Hamed transitioned from running his own dental practice to leading a medtech startup.🧠 AI Meets X-Rays: How AdraVision uses AI to interpret dental images, provide smarter diagnoses, and communicate more clearly with patients.😤 Pushback from the Pros: Why some dentists resist the tech—and how Hamed is breaking down those barriers.💸 Funding the Future: The realities of raising capital in healthcare, staying ahead of the competition and keeping the vision alive.💬 Mindset > Burnout: Why he’s never thought about quitting, and what it really means to have grit as a founder.🏆 Lessons Learned: “You are the boss. You know your business better than anyone else—no matter what.”Don’t miss this episode packed with startup honesty, resilience, and next-gen healthcare innovation.#ExecutiveBytes #AdraVision #HamedFesharaki #HealthTech #DentalAI #StartupLife #FoundersJourney #ATDC #InnovationInHealthcare #PodcastDrop
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Episode 16 - David Hailey - Countifi
This week, we have David Hailey, Founder & CEO of Countifi, in the hot seat, and co-hosting is Brett Rogers, Co-founder & COO of TendoNova. Our hosts sat down with David to explore how Countifi is using AI to tackle one of the most overlooked and expensive problems in the airline industry: inventory waste. Key Topics:🧠 How David turned his experience as an EY auditor into an AI-powered startup solving $4B worth of airline inventory inefficiencies.📸 How Countifi uses computer vision to track what items are actually being used on planes—and what’s just dead weight.🚀 The reality of bootstrapping a tech company as a non-technical founder, and what it takes to scale into healthcare and beyond.🧩 Lessons on hiring, founder mindset, and what to do when you feel like quitting (hint: focus on the problem you're still solving).👨👦 How David’s journey inspired his son to launch a business of his own.Don't miss this inspiring episode about innovation, grit, and building the future of operational intelligence.#ExecutiveBytes #ATDC #Countifi #DavidHailey #TendoNova #AIInnovation #StartupStories #AirlineTech #HealthcareTech #FoundersLife #Entrepreneurship #PodcastDrop
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Episode 15 - Brett Rogers - TendoNova
This week, we have Brett Rogers, Co-founder & COO of TendoNova in the hot seat, and co-hosting is David Hailey, Founder & CEO of Countifi. Our hosts sat down with Brett to explore how TendoNova is transforming the way chronic tendon pain is being treated, and it is an episode you do not want to miss. Key Topics: 🎯 How a biomedical engineering thesis became a life-changing solution for chronic tendon pain, and how TendoNova is offering patients a real alternative to surgery. 👥 What it is like to manage a start-up with 5 total co-founders, which can be difficult at times. 💔 The emotional toll of entrepreneurship, and how support systems are important to ease you through those moments where you want to give up. 🏥 How exactly their innovative treatment works, and who it is designed to treat. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation on resilience, invention, and the future of health and tech.
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Episode 14 - Brian Regienczuk - Spot Source
This week, we sit down with Brian Regienczuk, Founder & CEO of Spot Source, to explore how his company is revolutionizing Enterprise Service Supplier Management —helping businesses save 50% of their time in marketing and speed up R&D by 3-6 months.🔍 Key Topics Discussed: ✅ The inspiration behind Spot Source & solving supplier management challenges ✅ How large corporations like Coca-Cola manage thousands of agency suppliers ✅ The highs & lows of entrepreneurship—overcoming doubt, financial challenges, and finding optimism ✅ The “What if’s” of entrepreneurship & why knowing yourself is key to taking the leapDon’t miss this insightful conversation on turning paralysis into success, rebounding from setbacks, and building a business with lasting impact!🎧 Tune in now and subscribe to listen to new episodes of Executive Bytes every Thursday at 12PM! #Entrepreneurship #SpotSource #Leadership #StartupJourney #CEOInsights
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Episode 13 - Christy Brown - Dr. Noze Best
🎙️ Executive Bytes Podcast Episode 13 | Featuring Christy Brown, CEO of Dr. Noze BestIn this episode, we explore how Christy Brown is transforming pediatric care with Dr. Noze Best, bringing hospital-grade solutions into homes. From serial entrepreneurship to leading a fast-growing health tech brand, Christy shares her insights on innovation, leadership, and building a purpose-driven company.Key Highlights:✅ Revolutionizing Infant Care – How Dr. Noze Best and the Noze Bot are making breathing easier for babies.✅ From Idea to Stores in 6 Months – The journey of scaling a medical device startup.✅ Leadership & Culture – Why hiring “distance runners” with an athlete mindset makes all the difference.✅ Startup Challenges – The highs, the hurdles, and what it’s like to lead a company.✅ Purpose-Driven Business – Giving back to the National Down Syndrome Congress and building community trust. 🔔 Subscribe for more Executive Bytes by ATDC — where entrepreneurship meets impact! #ExecutiveBytes #DrNozeBest #HealthTech #StartupLeadership
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Episode 12 - Mike Pink - Smart PM
🎙️ Executive Bytes Podcast Episode 12 | Featuring Mike Pink, CEO of Smart PMIn this episode, we dive into how Mike Pink is revolutionizing the construction industry with Smart PM, turning complex project data into clear, actionable insights. From his background as a construction consultant to launching a tech-driven solution, Mike shares his journey of innovation, resilience, and navigating an industry slow to adopt new technology.Key Highlights:✅ From Consultant to Founder – The inspiration behind Smart PM and how data transparency is transforming construction.✅ Challenges of a Startup – Balancing entrepreneurship, family, and side consulting to make it work.✅ AI & Construction – How artificial intelligence is shaping the future of project management.✅ Finding Real Demand – Identifying pain points and crafting solutions that truly matter.This episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs, innovators, and industry disruptors looking to turn challenges into opportunities.🔔 Subscribe for more Executive Bytes by ATDC — where entrepreneurship meets impact! #ATDCPodcast #SmartPM #ConstructionTech
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Episode 11 - Dana Weeks - MedTransGo
🎙️ Executive Bytes Podcast Episode 11 | Featuring Dana Weeks, CEO of Med Trans Go & Mike Pink, CEO of Smart PMIn this episode, we explore how Dana Weeks is tackling a $150B healthcare crisis with Med Trans Go — connecting providers with safe, reliable transportation and interpretation services to reduce cancellations and streamline care. Key Highlights: ✅ Resilience in Leadership: How being an entrepreneur means wanting to quit every day, but pushing forward anyway ✅ The problem that inspired the creation of Med Trans Go ✅ The emotions the early stages of a startup can bring aboutThis is a must-listen for entrepreneurs, innovators, and leaders seeking to merge data, purpose, and impact. 🔔 Subscribe for more Executive Bytes by ATDC — where entrepreneurship meets impact.#ExecutiveBytes #ATDC #MedTransGo #SmartPM #HealthcareInnovation #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #Podcast
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Episode 10 - Angie Sandritter - RippleWorx
🎙️ Executive Bytes Podcast Episode 10 | Featuring Angie Sandritter, CEO of RippleWorx & Anik Kahn, CEO of Max RewardsIn this episode, we dive into the intersection of habit-forming, data-driven insights, and leadership evolution with Angie Sandritter. From running the London Marathon to preparing for Tokyo, Angie’s discipline in sports mirrors her entrepreneurial journey — leading to the creation of RippleWorx, a performance accelerator software designed to:✅ Identify when people are motivated✅ Pinpoint skill sets✅ Align individual performance with organizational needsWe also explore:🚀 RippleWorx’s shift from helping Bundesliga athletes to supporting frontline workers and law enforcement battling burnout📊 How generative AI and data anonymity fuel better decision-making⚡ The power of building habits to achieve goals — in both sports and businessAlongside Anik Kahn of Max Rewards — a platform that maximizes credit card points effortlessly — this episode is packed with insights for leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators.Tune in to discover how RippleWorx is redefining performance management and how Angie’s leadership continues to evolve.🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more episodes of Executive Bytes by ATDC.#ExecutiveBytes #ATDC #RippleWorx #MaxRewards #Leadership #PerformanceManagement #Entrepreneurship #GenerativeAI #HabitBuilding #Podcast
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Episode 9 - Mitesh Rao - Omny Health
🚀 Breaking Barriers in Healthcare Data with Mitesh RaoIn this episode of Executive Bytes, our host Chris Nedza, and co-host Louise Wasilewski sit down with Mitesh Rao, a former ER doctor and healthcare innovator with experience at Stanford, Northwestern, and Yale. Now leading Omny Health, Mitesh shares insights on revolutionizing data access in the healthcare space while keeping patient privacy at the core.Key Topics Covered:✅ The challenge of secure and usable provider data access✅ AI in healthcare – The Achilles’ heel: access to data✅ Biotech research, quality improvement, and patient-centered solutions✅ Entrepreneurship & resilience – When to fight, when to adapt✅ Comparing U.S. and global healthcare data structures✅ The future of healthcare innovation and data accessibilityMitesh dives into the importance of representation in market share, the challenges of structuring healthcare data, and how Omny Health is working to bridge the gap between research and real-world application.
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Episode 8 - Sander Biehn - ReadyForSocial
🎙️ Executive Bytes | Episode 8 🚀 Social media is changing the game in sales, and Ready For Social is helping large enterprises stay ahead. Tune in as we chat with CEO Sander Biehn, who went from corporate consulting to revolutionizing marketing with his startup. We cover...🔹 Scaling outreach with AI🔹 The power of consistent messaging🔹 Industry trends & real success stories Don’t miss this deep dive into the future of marketing!
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Episode 7 - Matt Golden - MapHabit
This week, we sit down with Matt Golden, CEO of MapHabit, a company dedicated to helping individuals in the neurodivergent community build habits and routines that improve daily life. Inspired by his own family, Matt shares how small routines make a big impact, both for those with cognitive challenges and their caregivers.We dive into:✅ The power of routine in shaping unconscious decisions✅ How Map Habit supports caregivers ✅ Entrepreneurship lessons — how a corporate career doesn’t always prepare you for the startup grind✅ Finding balance as a leader and why building a strong, empathetic team is keyPlus, Matt shares his personal wellness habits like daily cold plunges and CrossFit to stay disciplined and focused. Don’t miss this insightful conversation! 🎧#Podcast #Entrepreneurship #Caregiving #NeurodivergentSupport #MapHabit #HabitBuilding"
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Episode 6 - Dan McCann - SymTrain
In this episode, we put Dan McCann, Founder & CEO of SymTrain in the hot seat to explore how AI is transforming employee training and performance coaching. Dan is joined by our host Chris Nedza, along with Sander Biehn, CEO of Ready for Social.From his passion for coaching to scaling SymTrain into a 100K+ user platform, Dan shares insights on the power of AI simulations, the impact of the pandemic on training technologies, and how companies are seeing significant ROIs using SymTrain’s role-play-based learning.Highlights🎯 How SymTrain helps CX, sales, and service teams apply knowledge through AI coaching💡 The role of AI in building smarter, more effective training simulations📈 Why tenured employees are the biggest champions of AI-driven learning🚀 SymTrain’s rapid growth—scaling 100%+ year over year🔮 Dan’s vision for making AI coaching accessible to everyoneTune in for an engaging discussion on how AI is shaping the workforce of the future! #AI #Coaching #TechInnovation #Podcast
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Episode 5 - Anthony Maley - Vouch.io
In this week’s episode of Executive Bytes, we sat down with Anthony Maley, CEO of Vouch.io. Anthony is joined by our host and Lead Entrepreneur in Residence, Chris Nedza, and interviewer Chris Spears, CEO of Orderly Meds. Vouch.io is redefining the way we think about identification—moving beyond outdated passwords to a more secure, seamless way to prove who you are.Highlights ✔️ Who uses Vouch.io?✔️ The fight against hackers & external security threats✔️ How Vouch.io is working with Apple to integrate their tech into iPhones✔️ Why passwords are outdated & what’s next in identity verification✔️ A fascinating real-world use case from boardroom security to global expansionJoin us for a thought-provoking conversation on the future of authentication, cybersecurity, and why proving who you are matters more than what you have access to.🔔 Subscribe for more Tech Insights!#CyberSecurity #TechPodcast #DigitalIdentity #Vouchio #Authentication #ATDC
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Episode 4 - Jack Markwalter - Viva Finance
In this episode, we sit down with Jack Markwalter, Co-Founder of Viva Finance and Forbes 30 under 30 honoree for social impact in North America. Jack is joined by our host, Chris Nedza, along with interviewers Scott Ryan, CEO of Montra Technologies, and Sander Biehn, CEO of Ready for Social. From his days as a Notre Dame student helping the community in South Bend to co-founding Viva Finance with his brother, Hodges Markwater, hear about Jack’s challenges, victories, and lessons learned on the ongoing journey to scale his company!Highlights 💼 How Jack's mission to redefine credit access started in South Bend 🌐 How ATDC’s network helped shape Viva Finance💬 The struggles of raising capital, making moves, and big-picture decisions📈 The direct impact Viva has on its customers 🔑 The creation of an inclusive financial system Hear Jack’s story of perseverance, impact, and the human side of entrepreneurship. Don’t miss this episode! 🚀#Entrepreneurship #Forbes30Under30 #SocialImpact #FinanceInnovation #ATDC #VivaFinance #ATDC
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Episode 3 - Sam Porta - Queues
In this episode of Executive Bytes, we dive into the inspiring journey of Sam Porta, CEO of Queues, a game-changing startup revolutionizing queue management in sports and retail. From his humble beginnings as a Georgia Tech freshman to transforming fan experiences with the Atlanta Braves, Sam shares the lessons and strategies that have driven his success.What You’ll Learn:The origin story of Queues and how it tackles the universal pain point of long linesBehind-the-scenes insights into Queues' groundbreaking deployment with the Atlanta BravesLessons on pivoting, persistence, and staying flexible in the face of challengesSam’s vision for the future of queue management in high-density venuesHosted By:Chris Nedza: Lead Entrepreneur in Residence at ATDCDana Weeks: CEO of MedTrans GoThis episode is a treasure trove for tech innovators, aspiring entrepreneurs, and anyone eager to learn from real-world startup success. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation!🔗 Listen Now on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible, YouTube, and ATDC’s website.Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to the ATDC Podcast00:56 - Meet the Guests: Sam Porta and Dana Weeks01:26 - The Origin Story of Queues05:55 - Challenges and Pivots in the Startup Journey07:00 - Success with the Atlanta Braves11:12 - Future Vision and Expansion Plans17:21 - Support from Georgia Tech19:18 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts🌟 Follow ATDC on social media (@ATDC) for updates on Georgia Tech’s innovation ecosystem. Subscribe for weekly episodes that dive into the entrepreneurial stories shaping tomorrow.
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Episode 2 - Chris Spears - OrderlyMeds
In this episode of ATDC Executive Bytes, join us for an unfiltered conversation with Chris Spears, the innovative CEO of Orderly Meds. Discover how a personal health scare inspired him to disrupt the healthcare industry with personalized medicine and a customer-first approach.🌟 Episode Highlights:The Origin Story: How Spears turned a health crisis into a thriving business.Personalized Medicine: Leveraging DNA and data to create tailored solutions.Building Beyond Products: The importance of fostering community and mental health support.Entrepreneurial Lessons: Overcoming industry challenges and scaling a startup in competitive markets.🧠 Why Listen?Chris Spears’ journey is a masterclass in resilience, innovation, and leadership. Whether you’re an entrepreneur looking for inspiration or simply curious about the future of healthcare, this episode delivers actionable insights that could transform your perspective.🎧 Tune In Today:Catch Episode 2 on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube or the ATDC website. Subscribe and follow to never miss a deep dive with leading entrepreneurs.📩 Your Next Step:Have questions or insights? Share them with us! Hit the link to listen now and start shaping your entrepreneurial future.Subscribe, listen, and let Chris Spears inspire your next big leap!
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The First of Many - ATDC Executive Bytes Podcast
Get ready to step behind the curtain of innovation with ATDC Executive Bytes! In our debut episode, Chris sits down with Louise Wasilewski, CEO of Acivilate, joined by guest interviewers Matt Golden of MapHabit and Dan McCann of SimTrain. Louise shares the deeply personal story that inspired her mission to tackle recidivism through groundbreaking technology.From the challenges of the prison system to the transformative power of Acivilate’s software, this conversation dives into how tech is bridging communication gaps, improving safety, and giving returning citizens a better shot at reintegration. With candid insights and practical takeaways, this episode sets the tone for a series that unpacks the real-world impact of startups reshaping their industries.This is just the beginning. Tune in to ATDC Executive Bytes—where the stories behind the solutions take center stage. Don’t miss the first of many compelling conversations to come!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to ATDC Executive Bytes, where Georgia’s top tech minds hit pause on their hectic schedules to share the stories, strategies, and secrets behind their success. Each episode, we go beyond the boardroom to uncover the human side of innovation—what it takes to build, scale, and lead transformative companies in today’s fast-paced world.From candid advice and lessons learned to lighthearted moments and bold predictions, Executive Bytes is your insider access to the entrepreneurial journeys shaping the future of tech. Perfect for founders, dreamers, and anyone hungry for inspiration, our show is as informative as it is entertaining. Tune in, because the best conversations happen when executives take a breather.
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