Episodios

  • Innovation Lessons from Nike and Amex

    Innovation Lessons from Nike and Amex
    Mar 24 2026
    In this episode of The Bridgecast, host Scott Kinka sits down with Elaine Barsoom — Venture Partner at Silicon Foundry and former Global Head of Tech Innovation, Partnerships, and Strategy at Nike — to explore what purposeful AI adoption actually looks like inside complex, global enterprises. Elaine challenges the all-too-common "AI mandate" problem head-on, urging leaders to start with the right questions: What problem are we trying to solve, and can AI actually help? Drawing on her experience at Nike and American Express, she shares battle-tested frameworks for AI governance, cross-functional rollout, and building champion programs that drive sustainable adoption from the bottom up — not just the top down. From Lowe's Milo to Wingstop's Smart Kitchen, this conversation is packed with real-world proof that the most effective AI strategies are designed around humans first, tools second. Essential listening for CIOs, IT leaders, and anyone trying to navigate the gap between AI hype and measurable business impact. To find out how Bridgepointe Technologies helps businesses make IT decisions faster with world-class engineering support and ongoing guidance, head to https://bridgepointetechnologies.com/
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    39 m
  • The CIO’s Guide to AI Governance and Risk

    The CIO’s Guide to AI Governance and Risk
    Mar 10 2026
    In this episode of The Bridgecast, host Scott Kinka sits down with Paul Lekas, Executive Vice President of Global Public Policy at the SIIA, to demystify the complex world of AI regulation. As states move faster than the federal government to regulate technology, Paul provides a roadmap for how businesses can stay ahead of shifting laws without stifling innovation. From data mapping to navigating "high-risk" AI use cases, this conversation is a must-listen for any IT leader trying to operationalize policy into strategy. To find out how Bridgepointe Technologies helps businesses make IT decisions faster with world-class engineering support and ongoing guidance, head to https://bridgepointetechnologies.com/
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    39 m
  • Zero Trust, Zero Passwords: Mobile Mentor's Blueprint for Hybrid Work Security

    Zero Trust, Zero Passwords: Mobile Mentor's Blueprint for Hybrid Work Security
    Feb 24 2026
    In this episode of The Bridgecast, host Scott Kinka sits down with Denis O'Shea, Founder and CEO of Mobile Mentor, to tackle one of enterprise IT's most urgent and most overlooked mandates: going passwordless. Denis brings a rare perspective forged across Nokia's global expansion, 20 years scaling Mobile Mentor to Microsoft's Global Partner of the Year, and a hands-on mission to help over one million people become more secure and productive. From the hidden danger of unmanaged executive MacBooks to the ROI of biometric sign-in at 38,000-clinician healthcare systems, this conversation delivers a frank, actionable blueprint for IT leaders ready to move from fear-mode security to a best-of-platform future. Essential listening for CIOs, security architects, and anyone responsible for keeping hybrid workforces safe. To find out how Bridgepointe Technologies helps businesses make IT decisions faster with world-class engineering support and ongoing guidance, head to https://bridgepointetechnologies.com/
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    39 m
  • Begin Before You're Ready: Military Precision Meets Business Transformation

    Begin Before You're Ready: Military Precision Meets Business Transformation
    Feb 10 2026
    In this episode of The Bridgecast, host Scott Kinka sits down with Joel Neeb, Chief Transformation and Business Operations Officer at 8x8, former US Air Force Lieutenant Colonel, and F-15 Mission Commander. Joel shares how military precision translates to business transformation, revealing why you must "begin before you're ready," the power of visualizing success, and how cancer survival reshaped his entire leadership philosophy. From flying upside down faster than the speed of sound to leading enterprise AI transformations, Joel delivers the hard truth: we are all Blockbuster Video today unless we're willing to disrupt ourselves. He breaks down 8x8's evolution from communications platform to communications intelligence platform and shares the three-step framework (Visualize, Optimize, Automate) every IT leader needs to implement AI successfully. Essential listening for anyone navigating transformation in an era where standing still means obsolescence. To find out how Bridgepointe Technologies helps businesses make IT decisions faster with world-class engineering support and ongoing guidance, head to https://bridgepointetechnologies.com/
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    39 m
  • 2025 Year End Recap: The Return to Office Debate, AI Predictions & Season 4 Preview

    2025 Year End Recap: The Return to Office Debate, AI Predictions & Season 4 Preview
    Jan 27 2026
    In Part 2 of The Bridgecast's year-end recap, host Scott Kinka and producer Gene Volpe dive deep into the themes that defined 2025: the future of hybrid work, generational leadership shifts, and what it takes to lead transformation in the AI era. Featuring powerful clips from Gary Sorrentino (Zoom), Chris MacFarland (Comcast), Aaron Darcy (Lumen), Chad Townes (AT&T), and Neil Foard, this episode tackles the "return to office" debate, the lost art of the water cooler, and why 2030 will bring a new wave of leadership. Scott shares his boldest predictions for 2026, reveals his ChatGPT "Wrapped," and explains why Season 4 will focus on design decisions over tools. Essential listening for IT leaders navigating the intersection of humanity and technology. To find out how Bridgepointe Technologies helps businesses make IT decisions faster with world-class engineering support and ongoing guidance, head to https://bridgepointetechnologies.com/
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    43 m
  • The Bridgecast Wrapped: 2025's Top AI Insights, Predictions & Behind-the-Scenes

    The Bridgecast Wrapped: 2025's Top AI Insights, Predictions & Behind-the-Scenes
    Jan 20 2026
    In this special year-end episode of The Bridgecast, producer Gene Volpe flips the script and interviews host Scott Kinka about 2025's biggest moments. With 26 episodes, 91,000 downloads, and conversations featuring 34 tech executives, they break down the top buzzwords (AI dominated), revisit standout clips from Tim Sanders, Tony Moroney, and Michael Quince, and debate whether security should've ranked higher. Scott shares candid reflections on what IT leaders are really grappling with—from shadow AI to the "butter" analogy that changed how we think about automation. Plus: Scott's bold predictions for 2026 and why the "mom test" matters more than ever. Essential listening for anyone who wants to understand where enterprise tech is actually headed. To find out how Bridgepointe Technologies helps businesses make IT decisions faster with world-class engineering support and ongoing guidance, head to https://bridgepointetechnologies.com/
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    31 m
  • Beyond the Buzzwords: Making AI Work for UC

    Beyond the Buzzwords: Making AI Work for UC
    Jan 6 2026
    In this episode of The Bridgecast, host Scott Kinka sits down with Sangoma’s Shane Cleckler and Jeff Martis to discuss the changing landscape of unified communications, why the hybrid model is thriving in a cloud-first world and how businesses can navigate digital transformation without losing local survivability. To find out how Bridgepointe Technologies helps businesses make IT decisions faster with world-class engineering support and ongoing guidance, head to https://bridgepointetechnologies.com/
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    33 m
  • Network Strategy in the AI Era: What CIOs Need to Know Now

    Network Strategy in the AI Era: What CIOs Need to Know Now
    Dec 16 2025
    In this live episode of The Bridgecast from the Bridgepointe Tech Summit in Miami, host Scott Kinka sits down with Christopher Bonavita, VP of Strategy and Technology Adoption at GTT, to explore why connectivity is your strategic foundation, not just a utility; how you can future-proof your network with AI-driven operational efficiency and simplified infrastructure; and the critical mistake most CIOs make when adopting AI (spoiler: it's about your processes, not your tools). Whether you're navigating hybrid work complexity, planning for AI at scale, or questioning what a "network" even means anymore, this conversation is packed with practical strategies to help you build infrastructure that enables rather than restricts your business. Tune in to discover why "doing less better" might be the boldest move your organization makes next. To find out how Bridgepointe Technologies helps businesses make IT decisions faster with world-class engineering support and ongoing guidance, head to https://bridgepointetechnologies.com/
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    34 m