Built in Ohio Podcast
Ohio’s technology podcast, we talk with, and about, the people, companies and ideas building Ohio’s future.
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Aplos Data: Operationalizing AI with Palantir-Powered Systems (#104)
In this episode, Aplos Data co-founders Ian Ferré, CEO, and Sean Dooley, Executive Chairman, join the podcast to discuss how they are helping businesses operationalize AI through data, workflow automation, and Palantir-powered systems.
Building Accent: Chris Cameron on Entrepreneurship, Cloud Communications, & Customer-Focused Growth (#103)
In this episode, Chris Cameron, CEO of Accent, joins the podcast to share his entrepreneurial journey — from working at Accent to buying the company and becoming its president and CEO.
Scaling Ohio’s Startup Ecosystem with Michelle Murcia (#102)
In this episode, Michelle Murcia, founder and CEO of Book+Street, joins the podcast to discuss the evolution of the Columbus and Ohio startup ecosystem, her decades of work supporting entrepreneurs, and why she launched Book+Street in 2018.
Making Modern Software Work: Brendan Gualdoni on Composable Commerce and Agentic Automation (#101)
In this episode, Brendan Gualdoni, Chief Operating Officer of Aries Solutions, joins the podcast to discuss how companies can modernize complex digital ecosystems through composable commerce, agentic automation, and a more strategic approach to software transformation.
Building Ohio’s Quantum and AI Workforce with Miami University’s Beena Sukumaran (#100)
In this episode, Beena Sukumaran, Professor and the Dinesh and ILA Paliwal Dean of the College of Engineering and Computing at Miami University, joins the podcast to discuss how Miami is building new pathways for students in some of the most important emerging technology fields.
AI as the New Operating System for Manufacturing and Healthcare with Quentin Fisher (#099)
In this episode, Quentin Fisher, CEO and founder of Aidan Systems, shares how manufacturing and healthcare organizations can move into the AI era with practical, trusted, and operationally focused solutions.
Connecting Labs to Communities: Anthony Gillespie of Parallax Advanced Research (#098)
In our conversation, we explored Anthony’s career journey, the critical role of tech transfer in Ohio’s innovation ecosystem, and how initiatives like Precision Urban Agriculture are reimagining what’s possible for the state’s future.
Inside VC Fest: Lorne Novick on Building Ohio’s Startup Future (#097)
In this episode, we dig into what makes VC Fest unique, the impact it’s already had, and where Lorne sees Ohio’s innovation ecosystem heading.
From Facebook to Factory Floor: How Alexandra Scheiman Is Building the Fourth Industrial Revolution at Path Robotics (#096)
In this episode, we talk about building values-driven teams, attracting top tech talent to Ohio, and how Alexandra’s experience at global tech companies is shaping the future of workforce strategy right here in the Midwest.
Smart Parks and Strategic Tech: How Anthony Joy is digitally transforming Cleveland Metroparks (#095)
In this episode of Built in Ohio our guest is Anthony Joy, Chief Information Officer of Cleveland Metroparks.
Driving Government Innovation: How Shane Bigelow and CHAMP Titles are transforming public sector tech (#094)
In this epsiode of Built in Ohio we welcome Shane Bigelow, CEO of Cleveland-headquartered CHAMP Titles. Shane, whose background spans finance, capital markets, and emerging technologies, launched CHAMP to digitize one of the most outdated government processes: vehicle titling.
Rewriting the Dress Code: How Becca Wenning is Using AI to Transform Bridal Retail (#093)
In this episode of Built in Ohio, our guest is Becca Wenning—the founder and CEO of Dressit, a smart technology platform that uses artificial intelligence to power designer websites and guide brides—confidently and effortlessly—to the right dress and the right boutique.
From telecom to family streaming: Robert Marks’ mission to bring home videos to the big screen (#092)
In this episode of the Built in Ohio podcast, we sit down with Robert Marks, a serial entrepreneur and the Founder & CEO of Projector, who is reimagining how families can enjoy their home videos, making it as easy as streaming your favorite show.
Tony Pietrocola on putting Ohio on the cybersecurity map (#091)
In this episode of Built in Ohio, we sit down with Tony Pietrocola, President of AgileBlue, a Cleveland-based cybersecurity company using AI to detect and respond to threats faster than ever before.
Ratmir Timashev on building the world’s strongest community of tech innovators in Central Ohio (#090)
In this episode of Built in Ohio, we sit down with Ratmir Timashev, a serial entrepreneur, innovator, and investor whose impact on cloud data protection and software innovation is felt worldwide.
Building billion dollar brands of the future with Procter & Gamble (#89)
In this episode, we welcome two guests from Cincinnati-headquartered Procter & Gamble (P&G): Guy Persaud, President of the New Business Unit at Procter & Gamble and Board Chair at Cintrifuse and Chetan Parekh, Vice President & General Manager of Zevo.
Building Ohio's STEM education pipeline through partnership with Marvin Logan (#88)
In this episode, we spoke to Marvin about building a STEM education pipeline connecting education, government, nonprofits, and the tech industry.
The giant Midwest innovation opportunity with Max Brickman (#87)
We first welcomed Max back as a guest in April 2021. In his second appearance on the show we check in to see how the pandemic created opportunities for venture capital in the midwest and why connecting high-growth industrial startups on the coast with new customers in the Midwest is more vital than ever.
The amazing community behind Central Ohio's tech growth with Angelo Mazzocco (#86)
In this episode, we spoke with Angelo about the amazing community behind Central Ohio's tech growth, some of the keys that have led to innovation success in Columbus, and why tech collaboration is vital during times of challenge.
West Coast innovation meets Rust Belt work ethic with Steve Cross (#085)
In this conversation we spoke with Steve about the inspiration to leave a "safe" job and create his own business, why he's so focused on team culture, and his passion for West Coast Innovation with a Rust Belt work ethic.