TAG Tech Talks: Carolyn Pleiss, Cox Enterprises
TAG CEO Larry K. Williams interviews VP of Strategy & Value Realization at Cox Enterprises, Carolyn Pleiss, on her strategies to transform their marketing and team culture. Delves into Carolyn’s strategies on driving performance, leading change, and consumer empathy.
TAG Tech Talks: Carolyn Pleiss, Cox Enterprises
Carolyn Pleiss, VP of Strategy and Value Innovation at COX Enterprise gives insight to how her role in the Agile strategy transformation excelled their product marketing by 65 weeks. She emphasizes the importance of a culture of continuous improvement, customer empathy, having an aspirational view of product success, and career tips for subtle self-promotion.
Closing the Real Cybersecurity Talent Gap
Whitepaper by Patrick Gaul, National Technology Security Coalition (NTSC)
Tech Talks with James Hwang, 1Path
TAG President Larry K. Williams talks with James Hwang, CEO of 1Path. James is a seasoned executive with over 24 years of experience in the fields of people management, technology, finance, and mergers & acquisitions. As CEO, he is responsible for the overall strategic direction and the operational and financial success of 1Path and its subsidiaries.
James is also a special appointee and member of CompTIA’s Channel Advisory Board and has also been appointed as an Advisory Board member for the Forbes Technology Council. Lastly, James serves on a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) advisory board, HonorGuard Network, LLC, to assist returning military veterans better acclimate to the private sector.
About 1Path
1Path is the one source for all things to do with designing, deploying, and supporting technology — from cable to cloud. Whether it’s providing highly available IT support services for a growing company, designing high definition audiovisual to inspire collaboration, or deploying wireless on a national scale for an iconic restaurant chain —1Path is the easier way to get hard things done. We bring more horsepower, more commitment, and a more complete game plan to small businesses throughout North America. Learn more at https://1path.com/
Tech Talks: 5 Questions with Todd Boucher, LEDG
TAG’s Madeline Lipthrott sits down with Todd Boucher of Leading Edge Design Group (LEDG). Todd is Principal & Founder of Leading Edge Design Group (LEDG) and an enthusiastic supporter of entrepreneurship and creating values-driven organizations.
About Leading Edge Design Group (LEDG)
Leading Edge Design Group Provides Solutions to Shape the Way We Live, Work, Learn, and Heal
LEDG plans, designs, and builds data centers and smart buildings that help their customers deliver services with speed, resiliency, and scale. They are a diverse team of subject matter experts committed to listening and collaborating with our clients to create authentic partnerships. Since 2007, LEDG has worked on some of the most progressive technology, mission-critical, and building projects in the US and is proud to recognize many high-performing organizations as our clients.
LEDG headquarters are in New England with offices in Philadelphia and Atlanta. According to our 2019 customer survey, 100% of respondents would recommend LEDG services to their colleagues. LEDG is also proud to be certified by the U.S. Small Business Association as an 8A company and certified by the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE).
Tech Talks with Scott Dufour, FLEETCOR
TAG President Larry K. Williams talks with Scott Dufour, Global CIO at FLEETCOR. Scott has over 25 years of technology experience across multiple industries. He is responsible for leading IT strategy, project management and delivery for FLEETCOR operations across the world, in addition to overseeing the reliability and security of all IT systems and infrastructure.
About FLEETCOR
FLEETCOR Technologies (NYSE: FLT) is a leading global provider of commercial payment solutions. The Company helps businesses of all sizes better control, simplify and secure payment of their fuel, toll, lodging and general payables. With its proprietary payment networks, FLEETCOR provides affiliated merchants with incremental sales and loyalty. FLEETCOR serves businesses, partners and merchants in North America, Latin America, Europe, and Australasia. For more information, please visit http://www.fleetcor.com/.
TAG Data Talk – Dr. Tony Huang
In this episode of TAG Data Talk, we talk with Dr. Tony Hoang, Director of Machine Learning at AudioEye, Inc., about the History, Future, and Concerns with Artificial Intelligent Solutions.
- What do we mean by AI
- What’s been the general progression of AI
- Where do you see AI headed
- Describe areas of concern and potential benefits of AI
TAG Data Talk – Dr. Tony Huang
In this episode of TAG Data Talk, we talk with Dr. Tony Hoang, Director of Machine Learning at AudioEye, Inc., about the History, Future, and Concerns with Artificial Intelligent Solutions.
- What do we mean by AI
- What’s been the general progression of AI
- Where do you see AI headed
- Describe areas of concern and potential benefits of AI
HOSTED BY
Beverly Wright, PhD, CAP®
Dr. Beverly Wright is Chief Analytics Strategist at Axis Group. She is also an Executive Education instructor at Emory University, podcast host for TAG Data Talk, and Co-Founder for ATLytiCS, a nonprofit which leverages analytics talent for community causes.
What is CMMC?
CMMC is here! And the Georgia Defense Industrial Base Task Force is here to help!
Watch now for an informative webinar where we will discuss the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) and how it applies to you. In addition to an informative presentation on the basics of CMMC, including applicability to your business and CMMC requirements and timeframes, we will also introduce you to the newly formed Georgia Defense Industrial Base Task Force.
What is CMMC?
CMMC is here! And the Georgia Defense Industrial Base Task Force is here to help!
Join us for an informative webinar where we will discuss the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) and how it applies to you. In addition to an informative presentation on the basics of CMMC, including applicability to your business and CMMC requirements and timeframes, we will also introduce you to the newly formed Georgia Defense Industrial Base Task Force.
The Georgia Defense Industrial Base Taskforce was developed jointly by the Technology Association of Georgia and the Georgia Department of Economic Development, in partnership with various industry stakeholders, to assist the Georgia defense industrial base with cyber resiliency, including CMMC compliance.
This webinar is the first in a series presented by the GDIB Task Force on CMMC. Additional resources can be found at the CybersecurityEDGE website (sponsored by the Georgia Department of Economic Development), which is at: https://www.georgia.org/cybersecurityedge, and at the GDIB Task Force website (Sponsored by TAG) at: https://www.tagonline.org/ga-dibt/.
Agenda:
– Introduction: Amy Hudnall, Georgia Centers of Innovation
– Presentation: Roy Hadley, Adams and Reese LLP
– Q and A
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Tech Start Livecast – SEDA
TAG President Larry K. Williams talks with Jen Bonnett, Vice President of Innovation and Entrepreneurship for Savannah Economic Development Authority (SEDA).
Jen Bonnett is responsible for developing and implementing a marketing and business development action plan that attracts creative production, design and technology prospects to Savannah for successful location and operation. Bonnett was previously with the Georgia Institute of Technology as the general manager of the Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC). She is also the founder for StartupChicks and was CEO of Nexpense, which was acquired in 2012.
About SEDA
The Savannah Economic Development Authority (SEDA) provides professional site services and eases access to state and local resources. The organization, twice ranked as one of the best development groups in the country, has a clear record of success. SEDA exists to improve the standard of living for all citizens of Savannah/Chatham County by stimulating the economy through the attraction of investment, the creation of jobs and the support of established businesses already in the area.
TAG Tech Talks with Jen Bonnett, Savannah Economic Development Authority (SEDA)
TAG President Larry K. Williams talks with Jen Bonnett, Vice President of Innovation and Entrepreneurship for Savannah Economic Development Authority (SEDA). Jen Bonnett is responsible for developing and implementing a marketing and business development action plan that attracts creative production, design and technology prospects to Savannah for successful location and operation. Bonnett was previously with the Georgia Institute of Technology as the general manager of the Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC). She is also the founder for StartupChicks and was CEO of Nexpense, which was acquired in 2012.
About SEDA
The Savannah Economic Development Authority (SEDA) provides professional site services and eases access to state and local resources. The organization, twice ranked as one of the best development groups in the country, has a clear record of success. SEDA exists to improve the standard of living for all citizens of Savannah/Chatham County by stimulating the economy through the attraction of investment, the creation of jobs and the support of established businesses already in the area.
Cybersecurity Risk Calculator
1path has created a cybersecurity self-assessment tool to help businesses establish a baseline of their current security level and posture. The questions are around the basics – the blocking and tackling needed to establish an information security foundation. It may be just a start, but it could be that critical first step you take to get your business on a path toward cyber protection.
Tech Start Livecast – PRGX
TAG President Larry K. Williams talks with Ron Stewart, President & CEO at PRGX.
About PRGX
PRGX Global is a leading global provider of Source to Pay (S2P) services to many of the world’s largest and complex companies. The Company leverages a near 50-year history, award-winning technology, 20+ year client relationships and deep analytics experience to provide solutions that help clients in multiple ways including to recover lost profits, buy smarter, and manage risk. Today, PRGX analyzes over $2 trillion of its clients’ spend data and generates over $1 billion in EBITDA and working capital annually for its clients. Through its emerging business lines in source-to-pay analytics, advisory services and supplier information management (“SIM”), PRGX is dramatically expanding the value it brings to clients while driving new SaaS-based and sustainable revenue for the company. With over 1,600 employees across 30+ countries, PRGX boasts many Fortune 500 clients, including 75% of the world’s largest retailers and nearly 30% of Fortune 500 companies outside of the retail sector. The Company utilizes a robust technology platform to analyze over six (6) petabytes of data. Its technology also has capabilities to extend well ahead of the rapidly changing S2P landscape.
TAG Tech Talks with Ron Stewart, PRGX
TAG President Larry K. Williams talks with Ron Stewart, President & CEO at PRGX.
About PRGX
PRGX Global is a leading global provider of Source to Pay (S2P) services to many of the world’s largest and complex companies. The Company leverages a near 50-year history, award-winning technology, 20+ year client relationships and deep analytics experience to provide solutions that help clients in multiple ways including to recover lost profits, buy smarter, and manage risk. Today, PRGX analyzes over $2 trillion of its clients’ spend data and generates over $1 billion in EBITDA and working capital annually for its clients. Through its emerging business lines in source-to-pay analytics, advisory services and supplier information management (“SIM”), PRGX is dramatically expanding the value it brings to clients while driving new SaaS-based and sustainable revenue for the company. With over 1,600 employees across 30+ countries, PRGX boasts many Fortune 500 clients, including 75% of the world’s largest retailers and nearly 30% of Fortune 500 companies outside of the retail sector. The Company utilizes a robust technology platform to analyze over six (6) petabytes of data. Its technology also has capabilities to extend well ahead of the rapidly changing S2P landscape.
