Inspiring Tech Leaders
Dave Roberts
Dave Roberts talks with Tech Leaders across the industry exploring their insights, experiences and providing advice to the next generation of technology professionals. A podcast that provides listeners with practical leadership guidance and inspired motivation for their own career development.
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Inspiring Tech Leaders interview with Tony Healy, Group Chief Technology & Innovation Officer at Ticketer
Inspiring Tech Leaders
07/16/21 • 29 min
This week my special guest on the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast is Tony Healy, who is the Group Chief Technology & Innovation Officer at Ticketer.
Tony is also a Non-Executive Director with Trafford Leisure and has held several senior roles including the CIO for Mobica, the Global Information Officer and Security Officer for the Walls Family Enterprise and the Group IT Director for AES. He is a fellow of the BCS, the Chartered Management Institute, and the Chartered Institute of Information Security.
Tony is a globally experienced, award-winning and industry recognised CTO and CIO with significant success in leading cross-functional teams to design and integrate leading-edge IT solutions across a range of organisations.
In this episode Tony and I discuss the cultural differences when working in private equity backed businesses, family run firms and publicly traded organisations. We also explore how to create high performing development teams and the impact that low code / no code platforms are having across the wider tech industry.
Tony is a specialist at launching and delivering programs that safeguard data, streamline operations, automate processes, promote innovation and advance business needs and strategy. Hear how he is able to maintain a culture of innovation but also ensure that organisations remain cyber aware and secure.
I’m truly honoured that the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast is now reaching listeners in over 70 countries and 950+ cities worldwide. Thank you for your continued support! If you’d enjoyed the podcast, please leave a review and subscribe to ensure you're notified about future episodes. For further information visit - https://priceroberts.com
Insights into the World of Tech Recruitment with James Perry, Founder of Osmium Partners
Inspiring Tech Leaders
05/21/24 • 9 min
Joining us in this episode is James Perry, the founder of Osmium Partners. We explore his fascinating journey from starting a career in technology recruitment to establishing his own firm in the industry. James shares why he chose to specialise in technology and business change, offering a unique perspective on these critical areas.
We dive into the most sought-after skills in today's market and uncover strategies for employers to attract top talent. With the seismic shifts caused by COVID-19, James discusses how the pandemic has reshaped our work and hiring practices. For hiring managers, this episode is packed with valuable insights, including tips for assessing technical roles, balancing technical proficiency with soft skills, and ensuring the right cultural fit with tech teams.
We also look ahead to the emerging trends in the tech industry and the potential impact on recruitment. Whether you're an employer, a job seeker, or someone interested in the future of tech recruitment, this episode is sure to provide you with actionable insights and expert advice.
I’m truly honoured that the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast is now reaching listeners in over 70 countries and 950+ cities worldwide. Thank you for your continued support! If you’d enjoyed the podcast, please leave a review and subscribe to ensure you're notified about future episodes. For further information visit - https://priceroberts.com
Unlocking Human Potential - How Tech is Redefining What It Means to be Human
Inspiring Tech Leaders
10/22/24 • 7 min
Listen to the latest episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast where I dive into one of the most transformative—and controversial—topics in tech today: Human Augmentation.
From wearable exoskeletons that boost physical strength to brain-computer interfaces that allow control with thoughts, technology is pushing the boundaries of human potential like never before. But with all these advancements come risks and ethical dilemmas. Could this create a divide between the “augmented elite” and the rest of society?
In this episode, I’ll explore the opportunities, challenges, and future of human augmentation—and what it means for the workforce, healthcare, space exploration, and beyond.
Tune in to discover:
The cutting-edge tech already shaping our world
Mind-blowing innovations coming our way
How we can navigate the ethical and social impacts
Listen now, and let’s imagine what the future holds for humanity and technology!
I’m truly honoured that the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast is now reaching listeners in over 70 countries and 950+ cities worldwide. Thank you for your continued support! If you’d enjoyed the podcast, please leave a review and subscribe to ensure you're notified about future episodes. For further information visit - https://priceroberts.com
Rising Stars of Technology - Alina Timofeeva
Inspiring Tech Leaders
07/10/21 • 17 min
This week I'm pleased to introduce a new segment to the podcast that recognises the Rising Stars of Technology.
In this new segment I will be talking with up and coming Technology leaders and learning more about their journey to becoming the next generation of CxO's.
I'm delighted to welcome Alina Timofeeva to the podcast, who is a Senior Manager at KPMG and has previously worked for Accenture and PwC.
Alina is a multi-award winning executive who has been recognised in the Top 50 Women in Software List and also the Tech Women 100.
Alina shares her incredible story of how she grew up in Russia and developed a successful technology career in London.
Hear how Alina is helping to support our migrant community and her involvement in mentoring programmes to support diversity and inclusion.
I’m truly honoured that the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast is now reaching listeners in over 70 countries and 950+ cities worldwide. Thank you for your continued support! If you’d enjoyed the podcast, please leave a review and subscribe to ensure you're notified about future episodes. For further information visit - https://priceroberts.com
OpenAI ChatGPT vs Google Gemini – Which AI Chatbot Should You Choose?
Inspiring Tech Leaders
03/16/25 • 5 min
AI chatbots are becoming essential tools for work, study, and everyday problem-solving. But with so many options available, which one should you trust?
In the latest episode of Inspiring Tech Leaders, I dive deep into the battle between ChatGPT and Google Gemini, comparing their features, strengths, weaknesses, and best use cases.
ChatGPT (GPT-4o): Great for writing, brainstorming, and coding assistance. It’s flexible, confident, and doesn’t require a login to use.
Google Gemini (2.0 Flash/Pro): Stronger Google Search integration, built-in image generation (even in free plans), and better for longer context conversations.
Key Differences:
💡 Ease of Access: ChatGPT works without login; Gemini requires a Google account.
💡 Up-to-Date Info: Gemini connects better with Google Search, while ChatGPT provides more open-ended reasoning.
💡 Image Generation: Free in Gemini but only available in paid ChatGPT plans.
💡 Paid Plans: ChatGPT Plus ($20/month) vs. Gemini Advanced ($19/month with annual commitment).
💡 Coding Assistance: ChatGPT explains and debugs well, while Gemini generates code efficiently (but both can make errors).
So, which one is right for you? Tune in now to get the full breakdown and decide which AI assistant best fits your needs!
Which AI chatbot do you prefer; ChatGPT, Gemini, or another AI assistant? Let me know in the comments!
I’m truly honoured that the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast is now reaching listeners in over 70 countries and 950+ cities worldwide. Thank you for your continued support! If you’d enjoyed the podcast, please leave a review and subscribe to ensure you're notified about future episodes. For further information visit - https://priceroberts.com
Inspiring Tech Leaders interview with Dr Bill Limond
Inspiring Tech Leaders
04/08/21 • 24 min
The Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast launches today with my special guest Dr Bill Limond.
Bill is a board-level 'troubleshooter' for global business development and IT enabled change. He has held both permanent and interim C-Level roles, as well as numerous Advisory engagements.
Bill's career journey has been an incredible story and I feel privileged that he has shared some of his experiences and insights in this podcast.
I’m truly honoured that the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast is now reaching listeners in over 70 countries and 950+ cities worldwide. Thank you for your continued support! If you’d enjoyed the podcast, please leave a review and subscribe to ensure you're notified about future episodes. For further information visit - https://priceroberts.com
Should we be excited about Low Code / No Code Platforms?
Inspiring Tech Leaders
09/30/21 • 5 min
In this week’s episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast I’m talking about Low Code / No Code platforms and if we should we be excited about the opportunities that they present to us in a modern era of software development.
Low Code / No Code platforms help to bring a degree of consistency and standardisation to software development, which in turn helps to reduce the testing time required with apps and enables us to transformation rapidly and succeed faster!
Listen to the podcast to discover more about how Low Code / No Code platforms can help to provide competitive advantage.
Please let me know what other technology topics you would like to see covered in future episodes of the podcast and remember to subscribe and stay tuned for more Inspiring Tech Leaders.
I’m truly honoured that the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast is now reaching listeners in over 70 countries and 950+ cities worldwide. Thank you for your continued support! If you’d enjoyed the podcast, please leave a review and subscribe to ensure you're notified about future episodes. For further information visit - https://priceroberts.com
Inspiring Tech Leaders interview with John Sullivan, Transformational and Award-winning CIO
Inspiring Tech Leaders
06/20/21 • 30 min
In this week's Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast I'm talking with John Sullivan, who is an award-winning and transformational CIO. John has worked in a number of senior roles for well known organisations such as Virgin Trains, the Gondola Group, Laura Ashley, the Disney Store and HMV.
Learn more about how John has helped to implement data driven solutions across various retail environments that has helped to increase gross margins and customer satisfaction.
John talks about his experiences of developing strategies to implement both regional and international technology solutions and how to target the right products for the various global markets.
Hear about how John helped to drive forward transformational projects such as the Pizza Express customer database, which reached 19 million customers. We discuss how John used analytics and automation to offer enticing incentives and vouchers for customers and how that helped to increase the overall revenue for the group.
As a modern CIO, John relays his interactions with customers while working with Virgin Trains and how he led the project to automate ticket refunds for late running trains and the overall positive impact for customers, staff and shareholders.
I’m truly honoured that the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast is now reaching listeners in over 70 countries and 950+ cities worldwide. Thank you for your continued support! If you’d enjoyed the podcast, please leave a review and subscribe to ensure you're notified about future episodes. For further information visit - https://priceroberts.com
Taking a closer look at Machine Learning
Inspiring Tech Leaders
04/03/22 • 6 min
In this episode of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast, I’m taking a closer look at Machine Learning and the benefits that it can provide for organisations.
Learn more about the 4 different types of Machine Learning practices and the associated use cases for each of them.
In this podcast, I explore the methodologies, tools and programming languages that are used to support Machine Learning and how much you can expect to pay to gain these skills within your organisation.
Please let me know what other technology topics you would like to see covered in future episodes of the podcast and remember to subscribe and stay tuned for more Inspiring Tech Leaders.
I’m truly honoured that the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast is now reaching listeners in over 70 countries and 950+ cities worldwide. Thank you for your continued support! If you’d enjoyed the podcast, please leave a review and subscribe to ensure you're notified about future episodes. For further information visit - https://priceroberts.com
Manus AI Review – My First-Hand Experience of using the General AI Agent
Inspiring Tech Leaders
04/05/25 • 10 min
I’m excited to kick off a brand-new season of the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast!
Over the past four seasons, I’ve explored the breakthroughs shaping our digital world, and this season, I hope to go even further. Expect fresh perspectives, insightful conversations, and the latest in tech leadership and innovation.
This latest episode is hopefully not going to disappoint! A few weeks ago, I covered the launch of Manus AI, a general AI agent developed by Butterfly Effect, and since then I’ve been given private beta access to test it first-hand.
In this episode, I share:
💡 My honest experience using Manus AI
💡 How it stacks up against ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude
💡 Where it shines and where it falls short
💡 What it means for the future of AI-powered productivity
Manus isn’t just another chatbot. It acts like a self-sufficient intern conducting research, planning, and executing tasks autonomously. I tested it on everything from SEO optimisation to generating slide decks, and even complex policy documents. Some results were truly impressive.
But it’s not all smooth sailing. There are questions about data privacy, pricing, and stability. So, I dive into the good, the bad, and the potential.
Is Manus AI the future of autonomous agents? Tune in and decide for yourself. If you enjoy it, please like, comment, share, and don’t forget to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.
I’m truly honoured that the Inspiring Tech Leaders podcast is now reaching listeners in over 70 countries and 950+ cities worldwide. Thank you for your continued support! If you’d enjoyed the podcast, please leave a review and subscribe to ensure you're notified about future episodes. For further information visit - https://priceroberts.com
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FAQ
How many episodes does Inspiring Tech Leaders have?
Inspiring Tech Leaders currently has 73 episodes available.
What topics does Inspiring Tech Leaders cover?
The podcast is about Information Technology, Tech, Management, Podcasts, Technology, Digital, Business and Innovation.
What is the most popular episode on Inspiring Tech Leaders?
The episode title 'De-mystifying Social Media for Business and why you should have a Social Platform Strategy' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Inspiring Tech Leaders?
The average episode length on Inspiring Tech Leaders is 17 minutes.
How often are episodes of Inspiring Tech Leaders released?
Episodes of Inspiring Tech Leaders are typically released every 9 days, 17 hours.
When was the first episode of Inspiring Tech Leaders?
The first episode of Inspiring Tech Leaders was released on Apr 3, 2021.
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