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Pierre Benz, Headspace — Merging Culture, Codebases, and Care With Purpose

In this episode, Pierre shares how his team at Headspace transitioned from fragmented native codebases to a unified Flutter architecture. He details the cultural, technical, and organizational hurdles of managing a high-stakes migration, balancing performance, feature parity, and developer sentiment. Pierre also reflects on parenting, leadership, and what it means to ship value fast when people’s mental well-being is on the line.

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David Goldman, Celesta Capital — Investing in Deep Tech That Shapes the Future

In this episode, Celesta Capital Partner David Goldman shares his perspective on deep tech investing, the long game of venture capital, and how AI can drive meaningful impact in sectors like healthcare, housing, and education, when used with purpose and conviction.

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Brian Abston, The Wendy’s Company — Redefining QSR Tech With Quality at the Core

In this episode, Brian Abston shares how he led the mobile transformation at Wendy’s by unifying fragmented native apps into a single Flutter-based platform. The result? Accelerated development, improved scalability, and faster delivery—doubling output without growing the team. Brian also reveals how tight alignment between engineering, product, and marketing enabled Wendy’s to execute seamless real-time experiences during high-stakes moments like their March Madness campaigns, ultimately driving business success in the fast-paced QSR industry.

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Dan Hou, Eskridge - Driving High-Impact Solutions With AI-Native Workflows

Dan has spent years identifying major shifts in technology. Now, he helps mid-market companies develop AI strategies that drive real impact. From improving internal workflows to reshaping user experiences, Dan breaks down practical approaches to AI adoption, key use cases, and why companies must act now to stay ahead.

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Patricia Roller, Vidlet Inc. - The Intersection of Design and Technology

On today’s episode, we’re joined by Patricia Roller, former co-CEO of Frog Design and current CEO of Vidlet Inc., a company known for pioneering video research in product development. With a rich background in design and leadership, Patricia shares her insights on the critical role of company culture in driving innovation and success within startups.

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Chris Synan, Keller Williams Realty, Inc. - Transforming Real Estate Through Cutting-Edge Tech

In this insightful episode, Chris Synan, the driving force behind Keller Williams' technology transformation, shares his journey of leading change in a large organization. From overcoming tech debt to fostering a culture of trust and innovation, Chris reveals the strategies that allowed Keller Williams to accelerate its development process and embrace bold ideas. If you're interested in how leadership, technology, and team culture can drive success, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in now for a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most exciting transformations in real estate technology!

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