Product Led Growth Leaders

Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Product Operations Lead of iGaming of Caesars Sportsbook & Casino, Thomas Palaio. Thomas's career trajectory is a testament to the evolution of a tech professional. Starting with hands-on roles such as help desk support, he quickly moved into the realm of DevOps and cloud technologies at a time when continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) were just gaining momentum. His passion for solving complex problems and creating value for both customers and businesses led him to the product space. The satisfaction derived from the feedback loop of identifying and resolving issues is what keeps him motivated in his current role.

As the COO overseeing product strategy and operations for the online casino division at Caesars Entertainment, Thomas is responsible for delivering iOS, web, and Android casino experiences across five states in North America. He highlighted the unique challenges of working within a heavily regulated industry, where every product move must be approved by state boards and comply with longstanding laws.

One might assume that innovation is stifled in such a regulated environment, but Thomas provided a different perspective. The online gaming industry is relatively young, and there's a wealth of product development opportunities before hitting regulatory constraints. His focus is on delivering significant value to customers through innovation within the existing framework.

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Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the CEO of Aptive Index , Jason P. Carroll. Jason shares his journey from a toxic sales job to transforming company cultures, notably at Champion National Security.

He emphasizes the importance of core values, hiring practices, and having the right people in leadership roles. The conversation also touches on diagnosing company culture, the impact of remote work, and the significance of aligning team members with the company's mission. Jason's insights offer valuable guidance for leaders aiming to enhance organizational success.

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Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Founder and CEO of NewMail AI, Yohann Abittan. Yohann shares insights into making AI safer and more trustworthy. He delves into the challenges of email overload and how NewMail AI aims to address this issue by using AI to prioritize and manage emails effectively. The host facilitates the discussion, exploring Yohann's professional background and NewMail AI's innovative solutions.

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Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the CEO and Founder of Cycore Secure, Kevin Barona. Kevin shares his journey from working as a legislative aide to becoming a cybersecurity expert. He emphasizes the importance of cybersecurity compliance for early-stage tech companies, discussing frameworks like SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, and HIPAA. Kevin highlights startups' challenges in achieving compliance and advises them to integrate security measures early to build client trust. The episode underscores the need for proactive security practices to secure contracts and maintain credibility in the tech industry.

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Your host, Thomas Watkins, talks with the Co-Founder of Hevi, Paul Culvenor. Paul discusses his mining industry background and the complexities of managing large-scale contracts.

He explains how Heavy's AI-driven platform helps users navigate contracts, understand risks, and ensure compliance in real-time. The conversation covers the limitations of existing software, the importance of customer success, and Heavy's goal to become a more user-friendly, plug-and-play system. The episode highlights AI's potential to transform traditional processes and improve project outcomes.

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