Cirrius Talk

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Cirrius Talk is a practical, no-fluff podcast at the intersection of Salesforce, AI, and business value—built for leaders and consultants who want real outcomes, not buzzwords. Hosted by Greg Banks, Chad Anderson (CEO, Cirrius Solutions), and Tim Harting (COO, Cirrius Solutions), each episode breaks down what’s working in the ecosystem today: strategy, architecture, AI agents, implementation lessons, change management, and the human side of consulting. Expect candid conversations, news you can use, and field-tested playbooks you can apply immediately. Cirrius Talk also features Cirrius Talk: The Military Minute, a recurring series dedicated to empowering military-affiliated professionals—veterans, active service members, and military spouses—to discover and thrive in the Salesforce ecosystem through inspiring success stories, mentor spotlights, and actionable resources tailored to these communities. Subscribe for: Practical AI and Salesforce guidance, customer value stories, career growth insights, and a network that has your back. Questions or partnership inquiries? Email us at cirriustalk@cirriussolutions.com 

  1. [Ep 039] - Brandon Wiedemeier - Preparation, Positivity, and Platform Scale

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    [Ep 039] - Brandon Wiedemeier - Preparation, Positivity, and Platform Scale

    Scaling Salesforce isn’t about features — it’s about leadership. In this episode of Salesforce at Scale, we explore how Managed Services evolved from reactive admin work into strategic advisory partnerships that drive long-term platform success. What You’ll Learn How to transition from project delivery to sustainable Salesforce managed servicesWhy preparation and leadership philosophy reduce stress and improve delivery outcomesHow AI can augment teams without replacing strategic thinking Who It’s For Salesforce leaders, architects, delivery managers, and business stakeholders responsible for long-term platform success. Guest + Credibility Brandon Wiedemeier leads multiple delivery teams at Cirrius Solutions and built the company’s Managed Services division from the ground up. He brings hands-on experience in scaling Salesforce operations across diverse client environments. Primary CTA Follow the show and share this episode with a leader who’s responsible for scaling Salesforce beyond go-live. Links & Resources Brandon Wiedemeier on LinkedIn: Seven P’s:  Greg Banks on LinkedIn Jason Fowler Music Cirrius Solutions For questions or feedback, please contact us at CirriusTalk@CirriusSolutions.com

    42 min
  2. [Ep 038] - Agentic AI - Local vs Cloud-Hosted Agents

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    [Ep 038] - Agentic AI - Local vs Cloud-Hosted Agents

    Local AI agents vs cloud-hosted AI agents isn’t just a technical debate—it’s a productivity and security decision. In this episode, we explain the spectrum from cloud-hosted to hybrid to fully local, and what each approach unlocks for real-world adoption. What you’ll learn How cloud-hosted agents typically map to scoped business processes and scale across teamsWhy local agents can drive major individual efficiency gains through personalization and tool accessThe real-world tradeoffs: context/memory control, security risk, and controlled rollout + trainingWho it’s for Business and technical leaders deciding how to deploy agentic AI across a company. Guest + credibility Greg Banks is joined by Tim and Gavin Franklin to share lessons from deploying agents with clients and across internal teams—especially around hybrid and locally hosted approaches. CTA Have questions or want help planning an agent rollout? Reach out: CirriusTalk@Cirriussolutions.com. (And follow the show so you don’t miss the next build-focused episode.) Links & Resources Agentic AI Playlist of past episodes Episode Artifact: Tim Harting on LinkedIn Gavin Franklin on LinkedIn Greg Banks on LinkedIn Jason Fowler Music Cirrius Solutions

    25 min

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    [Ep 037] Mike Nolan: Military Talent Connectors

    Transitioning out of the military can feel like stepping into the unknown - this episode gives you a practical roadmap for military transition, straight from a veteran recruiter who’s built hiring programs inside major tech. What you’ll learn How Mike’s “Mission Methodology” frames networking and career movement like a real-world field manualWhat it takes to build fellowship pipelines (including SkillBridge-style approaches) that convert into careersHow employers can support veterans/spouses with onboarding, coaching, and even potential tax credits (up to $9,600)Who it’s for Transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses building a civilian career - especially in tech and recruiting-adjacent paths. Guest + credibility Mike Nolan is an Air National Guard veteran and recruiter with decades in the industry, including over a decade at Salesforce supporting military recruiting and veteran community leadership (VetForce). He now runs Military Talent Connectors, a full-service military solutions firm supporting fellowships, hiring pipelines, and recruiting. A note from Mike: “If you're leaving active duty and preparing to transition into the civilian workforce, or are already a Veteran looking for help securing a meaningful and rewarding job, I’ve written a guide called The Mission Methodology coming out in May. If you'd like early access and to be notified when it launches, you can join the list at bit.ly/missionmethodology." CTA Follow the show and review other episodes to help you on your journey https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL82X3ahN92owc-TsuZMDRMrfL5ubkmTww Links / Resources   Military Talent ConnectorsMTC on LinkedInMTC on InstagramMike Nolan on LinkedInGreg Banks on LinkedInJason Fowler MusicCirrius Solutions Contact the show: CirriusTalk@CirriusSolutions.com

    30 min
  4. [Ep 036] From Accidental Admin to Salesforce Evangelist | Mike Gerholdt

    20 MARS

    [Ep 036] From Accidental Admin to Salesforce Evangelist | Mike Gerholdt

    What actually makes a great Salesforce admin? In this episode of Salesforce at Scale, Greg Banks and Allie Nelson sit down with Salesforce evangelist Mike Gerholdt to unpack why empathy, user understanding, and community matter more than technical wizardry. What you’ll learn Why empathy is the most important skill for a Salesforce adminHow “SABWA” helps you design better solutionsWhy the Salesforce community is one of the most powerful learning accelerators in techWho it’s for Salesforce admins, architects, technical leaders, and business stakeholders responsible for scaling Salesforce inside their organization. Guest + credibility Mike Gerholdt is widely known in the Salesforce ecosystem as a longtime evangelist and community leader. In this conversation, he shares lessons from his journey into Salesforce and insights gained from years of engaging with admins and leaders across the community. Primary CTA Follow the show and share this episode with a colleague working to scale Salesforce inside their organization. Recommended Links Mike on LinkedIn Salesforce Admin Podcast Salesforce Community Groups Allie Nelson on LinkedIn Greg Banks on LinkedIn Jason Fowler Music Cirrius Solutions

    56 min
  5. [Ep 035] Agentic AI Boundaries: Multi-Tenancy Done Right

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    [Ep 035] Agentic AI Boundaries: Multi-Tenancy Done Right

    Multi-tenancy in agentic AI is not the same thing as multi-user—and getting it wrong can create serious security, compliance, and data boundary risks. In this episode, Greg Banks and Gavin Franklin break down what actually changes when an AI agent serves multiple users vs multiple tenants. What you’ll learn How to distinguish individual, multi-user, and multi-tenant agent architectures (and why multi-tenant doesn’t always imply multi-user).Where cross-tenant leaks happen: memory, embeddings + vector search, and logs/traces—and what “tenant-scoped” really means.Why shared OAuth/API tokens and “UI-only filtering” are dangerous—and how MCP-style services help reduce risk.Who it’s for Business leaders and technical teams designing, governing, or securing agentic AI systems with real enterprise data. Guest + credibility Gavin Franklin joins host Greg Banks to explain the architecture and security controls that matter most when agents operate across users and tenants. CTA Have questions or want a follow-up topic? Email CirriusTalk@Cirriussolutions.com. (And follow the show for more on agentic AI.) For questions or feedback, please contact us at CirriusTalk@CirriusSolutions.com Recommended Links Episode Artifact: Gavin Franklin on LinkedIn Greg Banks on LinkedIn Jason Fowler Music Cirrius Solutions

    24 min
  6. [Ep 034] Purpose After Service Jon Macaskill on Military Transition & Mindfulness

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    [Ep 034] Purpose After Service Jon Macaskill on Military Transition & Mindfulness

    Military transition is more than finding a job—it’s rebuilding purpose. Retired Navy SEAL commander Jon Macaskill shares what he didn’t see coming after leaving the teams, and the practical tools that helped him move forward. What you’ll learn: How to start early and “backward plan” your transition (even if you feel too busy)Transition resources Jon recommends: The Honor Foundation, Commit Foundation, ACP, Tuck Next Step, and moreA practical purpose-finding exercise (from Designing Your Life) that helped clarify his pathWho it’s for: Service members, veterans, and military spouses preparing for or living through military transition. Guest + credibility: Jon Macaskill is a retired Navy SEAL commander (service from 1996–2020) who shares his transition story, lessons on identity and purpose, and why mindfulness became central in his life after service. CTA: Follow Cirrius Talk: The Military Minute and share this episode with a veteran, transitioning service member or military spouse who needs it. Recommended Links linkedin.com/in/jonmacaskillThe Men Talking Mindfulness Podcast The Honor FoundationCommit FoundationAmerican Corporate Partners Tuck (Dartmouth) Next StepStanford IgniteCirrius Solutions: Learn More or ConnectThe Military MinuteGreg Banks on LinkedInJason Fowler MusicFor questions or feedback, please contact us at CirriusTalk@CirriusSolutions.com

    51 min
  7. [Ep 033] Salesforce MVP: The Smart Way to Scale

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    [Ep 033] Salesforce MVP: The Smart Way to Scale

    A Salesforce MVP isn’t about building less — it’s about building smart. In this episode of Salesforce at Scale, we break down how a Minimum Viable Product drives adoption, reduces risk, and protects long-term ROI. Too many Salesforce implementations fail because teams try to automate everything on day one. The MVP approach flips that script. What you’ll learn The 4 criteria of a true MVP: Viable, Minimal, Measurable, and TestableWhy “big bang” implementations often create technical debt and user fatigueHow phased delivery accelerates adoption and long-term scalabilityWho it’s for Salesforce leaders, architects, delivery managers, and business stakeholders planning or scaling an implementation. Guest + Credibility Greg Banks is joined by Allie Nelson and Al Huerta of Cirrius Solutions, drawing on 15+ years of Salesforce delivery experience across complex implementations. CTA Follow the show and share this episode with a leader preparing for a Salesforce launch. Recommended Links Allie Nelson on LinkedIn Al Huerta on LinkedIn Greg Banks on LinkedIn Jason Fowler Music Cirrius Solutions Cirrius Blog For questions or feedback, please contact us at CirriusTalk@CirriusSolutions.com

    26 min
  8. [Ep 032] Agentic AI Security Stop Prompt Injection Before It Stops You

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    [Ep 032] Agentic AI Security Stop Prompt Injection Before It Stops You

    Agentic AI security is now the difference between “we shipped” and “we leaked.” In this episode, we break down the real security risks AI agents introduce—and the practical ways to mitigate them. What you’ll learn: How prompt injection happens (and why LLMs struggle to separate trusted vs. untrusted instructions)How data exfiltration can occur even without a malicious prompt (often from system/design errors)How to reduce tool abuse risk by scoping tools, validating calls, logging, and using approvals for sensitive actionsWho it’s for: CTOs, CIOs, architects, engineers, and business leaders implementing or governing AI agents. Guest + credibility: Greg is joined by Gavin Franklin and Tim to translate agent security into practical patterns teams can apply immediately. CTA: Share this episode with someone responsible for AI rollout security. (And follow the show for more Agentic AI implementation guidance.) Recommended Links Episode Artifact Gavin Franklin on LinkedIn Tim Harting on LinkedIn Cirrius Solutions Cirrius Blog  Greg Banks on LinkedIn Jason Fowler Music For questions or feedback, please contact us at CirriusTalk@CirriusSolutions.com

    22 min
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À propos

Cirrius Talk is a practical, no-fluff podcast at the intersection of Salesforce, AI, and business value—built for leaders and consultants who want real outcomes, not buzzwords. Hosted by Greg Banks, Chad Anderson (CEO, Cirrius Solutions), and Tim Harting (COO, Cirrius Solutions), each episode breaks down what’s working in the ecosystem today: strategy, architecture, AI agents, implementation lessons, change management, and the human side of consulting. Expect candid conversations, news you can use, and field-tested playbooks you can apply immediately. Cirrius Talk also features Cirrius Talk: The Military Minute, a recurring series dedicated to empowering military-affiliated professionals—veterans, active service members, and military spouses—to discover and thrive in the Salesforce ecosystem through inspiring success stories, mentor spotlights, and actionable resources tailored to these communities. Subscribe for: Practical AI and Salesforce guidance, customer value stories, career growth insights, and a network that has your back. Questions or partnership inquiries? Email us at cirriustalk@cirriussolutions.com 

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  • Création
    Cirrius Solutions
  • Années d’activité
    2025 - 2026
  • Épisodes
    39
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    © 2026 Cirrius Talk
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