IT in the D

In this episode, Bob and Randy welcome long-time friend and guest Khary Frazier of Detroit is Different. They dive into a nostalgic conversation about their roots in podcasting, the evolution of content creation, and the unique culture of Detroit.



They discuss their past experiences, the importance of rich relationships in content creation, and the changes seen in the city, especially post-bankruptcy. The talk also includes personal anecdotes about local hangouts, notable eateries, and the challenges and opportunities facing Detroit today.



Towards the end, the conversation lightens with discussions about music, food, and community events.

Note: David was with us a few weeks ago—you might have heard that episode. If you did, you probably noticed the audio issues. We pulled down that episode and invited David back for another chat.



David Juan returns! In this episode, he explains CDPs—Customer Data Platforms—to Bob and Randy. CDPs pull data from systems like CRMs, marketing automation tools, advertising systems, etc to help create personalized experiences for each customer. David explains different types of CDPs, how they work, where they get data, and why they're used.



First, though. we chatted about what we’re watching and how it’s difficult to keep up with all the shows across all the streaming platforms.



David's side projects include Normal Coffee and Scrum Detroit Meetup.

Todd Loiselle, CIO of National Food Group joins Bob and Randy to talk about how he became a CIO.



Todd got off to a rocky start—he had problems in school and then he had a rough first job. But then he found success and was approached to be a CIO. Todd tells us his approach to the job and the digital transformation he implemented. Then, he gives advice for newbies just getting started.



Stay tuned until the very end for a fun surprise!

In this episode Bob and Randy are joined by Syya Yasotornrat, founder of Brilliant Beam Media. Syya shares her journey of leaving a cushy corporate job at Hewlett Packard to venture into the world of recorded audio and video. She talks about the challenges and lessons learned from starting her podcast studio business, splitting with her business partner, and eventually founding Brilliant Beam Media.



They discuss the nuances of B2B social media, particularly on LinkedIn, the importance of authentic branding, and the differences between webinars and video podcasts. The conversation also delves into public speaking, social media strategies, and the evolving landscape of digital content creation. Bob has a mission to flip the sales and marketing industry on its head by encouraging authenticity and better communication strategies.

In this week's episode, Bob and Randy talk to Umelo Onyejiaka who runs DevOps Detroit, a meetup for folks who work in or who are interested in DevOps.



They discuss networking events, the importance of community in tech, and Umelo's journey from a finance and accounting background into cloud engineering. Umelo shares insights on DevOps, the significance of practical experience alongside certifications, and the role of projects in skill-building. The conversation also touches on personal interests, including boxing and judo, and Umelo's innovative app project aimed at facilitating language learning through conversation.