Aaron Tate on Future-Proofing GovCon with Secure, Scalable AI Solutions | Ep 1080
In this episode of The Digital Executive podcast, host Brian Thomas welcomes Aaron Tate, Senior Vice President and CIO at TechnoMile. With over 15 years in government contracting and defense, Tate shares how his diverse background in engineering, consulting, and field deployment shaped his product-first, customer-centric approach. At TechnoMile, he leads the development of secure, AI-enabled cloud solutions that help GovCon businesses find the right opportunities, remain compliant, and accelerate contract performance.Aaron also discusses how TechnoMile’s platform—built specifically for the public sector—enables government contractors to stay competitive through tools like GovSearch AI and Notices IQ. As the industry embraces agentic AI, Aaron offers insight into how emerging technologies will redefine how proposals are built, opportunities are identified, and digital transformation is achieved. For anyone navigating the evolving GovCon space, this conversation offers a clear look at what’s next.Subscribe to the Digital Executive Newsletter for curated strategies, expert perspectives, and industry trends. Sign up now here.
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Daniel Fallmann on Scaling Agentic AI and the Future of Enterprise Intelligence | Ep 1079
In this episode of The Digital Executive podcast, host Brian Thomas welcomes back Daniel Fallmann, CEO and founder of Mindbreeze, to explore how his product-first philosophy has shaped a powerful, scalable platform built to simplify enterprise AI. Fallmann explains how Mindbreeze InSpire and Insight Workplace reduce the need for complex customizations by embedding core functionality out of the box—leading to faster adoption and immediate value for enterprise users.Daniel also breaks down the growing shift toward agentic AI, which goes beyond assisting to truly acting—with context, autonomy, and pattern recognition that drive smarter decision-making. From preparing high-stakes meetings to surfacing critical business insights in real-time, Mindbreeze is helping enterprises move from reactive data access to proactive intelligence. It’s a glimpse into the future of AI-powered decision-making that’s already transforming organizations today.Join thousands of curious minds and never miss a beat – Subscribe to our Newsletter for exclusive insights, episode highlights, and expert takeaways delivered straight to your inbox. Â
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Ahikam Kaufman on Closing the Financial Data Gap with AI Innovation | Ep 1078
In this episode of The Digital Executive podcast, host Brian Thomas speaks with Ahikam Kaufman, co-founder and CEO of Safe Book’s AI. With over two decades of experience in corporate finance, including leadership roles at Intuit, Kaufman shares how his team is revolutionizing financial data governance through intelligent automation. He highlights the unique challenges CFOs face with fragmented financial systems and explains why today's tools often fall short in ensuring accuracy, compliance, and speed.Kaufman delves into the slow adoption of AI in finance compared to other departments, emphasizing how Safe Book’s AI is bridging that gap. From automating repetitive tasks to enhancing M&A due diligence, he outlines how AI can transform finance from a reactive function to a strategic powerhouse. If you're a finance leader looking to future-proof your operations, this is a must-listen conversation.If you liked what you heard today, please leave us a review. Apple or Spotify
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Chris Condon on Revolutionizing Air Freight with AI-Powered Workflow Automation | Ep 1077
In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, host Brian Thomas interviews Chris Condon, founder and CEO of Aircon, a Dallas-based platform that’s transforming air freight logistics through AI-driven workflow automation. Drawing on over 26 years of leadership experience in global logistics, Chris shares how his competitive spirit and firsthand frustrations with traditional freight forwarding inspired him to create Aircon. His mission: to empower small and mid-sized freight forwarders with the speed and efficiency needed to compete with global logistics giants.Chris explains how Aircon’s AI agents—Laura, Rocky, and Rosie—are reshaping the freight industry by automating quoting, booking, and exception management. From cutting quoting time to under two minutes, to rebooking shipments based on predictive analytics, Aircon is eliminating bottlenecks and boosting margins. With a focus on people, trust, and real-world problem solving, Chris paints a compelling vision for a more agile, connected, and AI-augmented future in freight logistics.Join thousands of curious minds and never miss a beat – Subscribe to our Newsletter for exclusive insights, episode highlights, and expert takeaways delivered straight to your inbox.
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Krishna Gupta on the Future of Vertical AI and Voice Automation | Ep 1076
In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, host Brian Thomas sits down with Krishna Gupta, co-founder of Presto and founding partner at Remus Capital. Gupta shares the story of launching his venture capital firm while still at MIT and how his early exposure to AI led to his co-founding of Presto, a company pioneering voice AI for restaurant drive-throughs. He breaks down the technical and operational challenges of deploying AI in noisy, high-volume environments, and how Presto overcomes these with a hybrid approach combining LLMs and NLP.Gupta also explores the compelling case for vertical AI, especially in industries like quick service restaurants (QSRs), logistics, and manufacturing. He emphasizes the importance of industry-specific insights, integration, and go-to-market execution. As he looks ahead, Gupta envisions a fully AI-instrumented business environment—powered by real-time feedback loops, robotics, and automation—with Presto and Remus Capital playing a leading role in that transformation. Don’t miss this conversation packed with insight into the rapidly evolving world of applied AI.Like to be a future guest on the show? Apply Here
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