Resources - Podcasts

Join us for a follow-up conversation with Cynthia Curry, recorded after the 2025 Georgia CleanTech Outlook panel. In this insightful interview, Cynthia reflects on key themes from the event, including the growing importance of public-private partnerships, the urgency of workforce development in CleanTech, and Georgia’s role in driving global innovation. She also shares her optimism about scaling sustainable technologies and the unique collaboration happening across the state. This discussion reinforces the momentum and leadership Georgia is building in the CleanTech space.

Join us for a recap of the second annual Georgia CleanTech Outlook for 2025 panel discussion held on January 23, 2025. The panel featured Tanya Coventry- Strader, Cynthia Curry, David Eady, Amol Naik, and Dr. Reginald Parker, with Andy Marshall as the moderator. The discussion covered topics like the impact of recent political changes, CleanTech system development in Georgia, the effects of data centers on local communities, and exploring sustainable aviation fuels. This discussion provides  valuable insights into the future of clean tech in Georgia, emphasizing collaboration and innovation.

Join us for an engaging interview with Aaron Luque, Founder and CEO of EnviroSpark Energy Solutions. In this fireside chat, Aaron shares the inspiring story of how he and his wife launched their EV charging solutions company from the ground up, navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship and scaling the business to its current success. We dive into electric vehicle infrastructure and how EV solutions are making sustainable mobility solutions more accessible. Perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs and clean energy enthusiasts alike.

The TAG Smart Communities & Sustainability Society officially launched a new podcast TAG Sustainability Talk. Check out the inaugural episode, and tune in for new and innovative conversations.

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

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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 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 President Larry K. Williams talks with Debra Lam of Georgia Tech about their new Smart Cities and Inclusive Innovation (SCI2) initiative. Listen in to hear how Georgia stands out in the country with Smart City development and how you can become a strategic partner!

About Georgia Tech Smart Cities and Inclusive Innovation

SCI2 develops innovative approaches to shaping resilient and sustainable communities. Through research and development, strategic partnerships, and cutting-edge programming we bring Georgia Tech’s interdisciplinary expertise in technology and policy to the development of smart cities and communities.

https://smartcities.gatech.edu/

Join now for a conversation with Mark McKee, President & COO of OnPay.

About OnPay
OnPay makes payroll, HR, and benefits easy, affordable, and error-free for accountants and small to mid-sized businesses in every industry. Combining 30 years of experience with the latest technology, OnPay spun off from its legacy company in 2015 to grow its online payroll platform. OnPay was rated “excellent” by PC Magazine and gets the highest ratings from CPA Practice Advisor, Motley Fool, and their clients on Capterra as well as receiving awards for ease of use and outstanding customer service. Learn more at OnPay.com.

Check out our latest episode featuring Jeff Arnold, Chairman and CEO of Sharecare.

Learn how Sharecare is shaping the health care industry’s COVID-19 response, ramping up telehealth access for providers and helping consumers navigate options for preventing infection and recognizing symptoms.

About Sharecare
Sharecare is the digital health company that helps people manage all their health in one place. The Sharecare platform provides each person – no matter where they are in their health journey – with a comprehensive and personalized health profile where they can dynamically and easily connect to the information, evidence-based programs and health professionals they need to live their healthiest, happiest and most productive lives. In addition to providing individual consumers with direct access to award-winning and innovative frictionless technologies, scientifically validated clinical protocols and best-in-class coaching tools, Sharecare also helps providers, employers and health plans effectively scale outcomes-based health and wellness solutions across their entire populations. To learn more, visit www.sharecare.com.

About Mobile Labs
Mobile Labs remains the leading supplier of in-house mobile device clouds that connect remote, shared mobile devices to Global 2000 mobile web, gaming, and app engineering teams. Its patented GigaFox™ is offered on-premises or hosted, and solves mobile device sharing and management challenges during development, debugging, manual testing, and automated testing. A pre-installed and pre-configured Appium server provides “instant on”​ Appium test automation. GigaFox enables scheduling, collaboration, user management, security, mobile DevOps, and continuous automated testing for teams spread across the globe and can connect cloud devices to an industry-leading number of third-party tools. For more information please visit mobilelabsinc.com.

Episode One: Virtual lawn mowing? Autonomous tractor trailers? Learn how Georgia is playing a global role in the development of autonomous technology.

Check out our first episode featuring Betsy Plattenburg, Executive Director of Curiosity Lab at Peachtree Corners

 Betsy Plattenburg is executive director of Curiosity Lab at Peachtree Corners. A self described open innovation sherpa, Betsy is an innovation expert passionate about connecting non-traditional partners to drive technology development. Betsy manages day-to-day Curiosity Lab operations and its 25,000 square foot technology incubator focused on early stage IOT, mobility and smart city startups.

About Curiosity Lab
Curiosity Lab is a 5G-enabled autonomous vehicle and smart city living laboratory located in Peachtree Corners, Georgia, a northern suburb of Atlanta. The centerpiece of the lab is a 1.5-mile test and demo track which provides a real-world environment to explore emerging technologies. Additional infrastructure includes a network operations center, smart poles, DSRC units, dedicated fiber and a 25,000 square foot innovation center.