DTX Unplugged

Digital Transformation EXPO (DTX)

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DTX Unplugged delves into the major challenges and innovations shaping business transformation, embodying our event's focus on the critical intersection of people, process, and technology. While rooted in the DTX ethos, this will be an industry-focused platform, tackling key issues, spotlighting groundbreaking innovations, and raising awareness for important topics across the sector.

JAN 2

The CIO Playbook: Why Culture Trumps Tech in Business Transformation

In this episode of DTX Unplugged, Sarah Leteney, Group CIO at Urenco, discusses the challenges and strategies of digital transformation in the highly regulated nuclear sector. She emphasises the importance of cultural considerations, the impact of AI, and the need for diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Sarah shares insights on attracting talent, particularly younger generations, and highlights the significance of neurodiversity initiatives within the organisation. The conversation concludes with advice for leaders embarking on their transformation journeys, focusing on the importance of co-creation and prioritising impactful changes. Key Takeaways: AI is a significant challenge for business leaders todayCultural aspects are critical in technology adoptionTransformation requires collaboration across departmentsNuclear energy is experiencing a resurgence in interestAttracting younger talent is essential for the nuclear sectorDiversity and inclusion initiatives are vital for organisational successNeurodiversity networks can enhance workplace cultureJob sharing and flexible hours can support diverse needsLeadership commitment is crucial for successful transformationFocus on impactful changes rather than overplanning🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.📌 Check out our website at dtxevents.io🔗 Connect with Sarah on LinkedIn

25 min
10/22/2025

Neurodiversity, Gaming, and the Next Generation of Cybersecurity

In this episode, Fergus Hay, CEO & Co-Founder of The Hacking Games explores the fascinating overlap between gaming, cybersecurity, and the power of neurodivergent minds. Recorded live at DTX London 2025, join Fergus and DTX Unplugged hosts Ollie Pickup and Sabrina Berko in solving one of today’s biggest challenges - the cyber talent gap. From shocking stats about youth cybercrime to the inspiring mission behind The Hacking Games, Fergus discusses how to turn potential offenders into ethical defenders. He shares insights on why young hackers are driven by recognition and competition, how businesses can better identify unconventional talent, and why parents and educators play a crucial role in nurturing digital curiosity. The conversation also unpacks the cultural shifts needed to make cybersecurity “cool,” the right way to approach AI as a tool rather than a goal, and how early engagement can shape the next generation of ethical hackers. Key Takeaways: 61% of cybercrime suspects started hacking before age 16The Hacking Games is redirecting young hackers toward ethical careersNeurodivergent minds bring unique, high-speed problem-solving skillsAI should be treated as an enabler, not an endpointCybersecurity needs rebranding - it’s the new coolParents, educators, and businesses all have a role to playThis is one of our most powerful episodes yet. 🎙️ Catch this special episode that was recorded LIVE at DTX London 2025!🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.📌 Check out our website at dtxevents.io🔗 Connect with Fergus on LinkedIn

27 min
10/09/2025

Balancing Change and Continuity: Gina Gill on Leading Real Transformation

In this episode of DTX Unplugged, hosts Ollie Pickup and Sabrina Berko sat down with Gina Gill, Chief Information Officer at Apollo, live at DTX London 2025 to unpack the realities of digital transformation across both public and private sectors. Together, they explore what it really means to transform while keeping the business running, why curiosity and learning are non-negotiable leadership traits, and how focusing on user needs - not just shiny new tech - can make or break transformation efforts. Gina also shares her perspective on why the insurance industry is such an exciting, data-driven space, offers examples of meaningful transformation done right, and leaves business leaders with practical advice for navigating the messy middle of change! Key Takeaways: Transformation is about keeping operations running while evolvingThe term “transformation” is broad - clarity of purpose is essentialSuperficial fixes (“lipstick on a pig”) won’t solve structural issuesCuriosity and continuous learning are critical for effective leadershipToo many organisations focus on tech instead of user needsLearning velocity helps teams adapt faster to changeSometimes, “boring” services drive the greatest efficiencyThe insurance sector is inherently data-driven and ripe for innovationLeaders should define a clear vision anchored in user outcomesAdaptability is key to thriving through transformation“You can’t pause business-as-usual to transform. The real challenge is keeping the lights on while changing how everything works.” – Gina Gill🎙️ Catch this special episode that was recorded LIVE at DTX London 2025! 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.📌 Check out our website at dtxevents.io🔗 Connect with Gina on LinkedIn

24 min
09/10/2025

From Counter-Terrorism to Cybersecurity: Leading with Purpose in a Turbulent World

In this powerful episode of DTX Unplugged, we sit down with Kam Karaji, Cybersecurity Director at the NFL, whose extraordinary career journey spans from counter-terrorism operations as a decorated police officer, to protecting global digital infrastructure for some of the world's biggest brands. Now one of the Wall Street Journal’s top 140 CISOs, Kam opens up about what real leadership looks like under pressure - and why building resilient teams means starting with empathy, not technology. Join hosts Sabrina Berko and Ollie Pickup as they explore: Why the biggest transformation challenge is balancing pace with resilienceThe problem with “tech-first” thinking - and how to flip the scriptHow tactical police training translates into cyber incident leadershipKam’s people-first approach to leadership through life-altering health challengesHow to calculate the ROI of risk in an uncertain geopolitical climateTurning young hackers into cyber defenders through restorative approachesPractical steps to build inclusive, psychologically safe security culturesKam’s one piece of advice for leaders about to start their transformation journey👉 “Security is about people - not just protocols. If you get the people right, the processes and technology will follow.” – Kam Karaji 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. 💻 Register for our upcoming DTX London event, taking place on 1-2 October here📌 Check out our website at dtxevents.io🔗 Connect with Kam on LinkedIn

26 min
07/30/2025

Transformation Begins with People: Nick Hodder on Humanising Digital Change

Welcome to the very first episode of DTX Unplugged, the podcast that gets to the heart of business evolution. Hosted by Sabrina Berko, Head of Content at Clarion Events, and Ollie Pickup, award-winning technology and business journalist, each episode shines a light on the leaders and change-makers reshaping how organisations approach transformation. We’re kicking things off in style with Nick Hodder, Director of Digital Transformation and Engagement at the Imperial War Museums (IWM). Nick’s unconventional journey - from leaving school at 16 to leading digital strategy for one of the UK’s most respected heritage institutions - is a masterclass in adaptability. With experience at brands like Microsoft, Google and British Airways, he’s now on a mission to humanise digital transformation at IWM, using cutting-edge AI to unlock insights from 11 million historic images. In this episode, Nick joins Sabrina and Ollie to discuss: Why transformation starts with people - not technologyThe danger of “the tech-first trap” and how to avoid itUsing AI with a human-centred mindset in high-trust institutionsHow heritage organisations can teach commercial businesses to stay adaptableBuilding psychologically safe, change-ready teams through radical candourWhat Blockbuster and Kodak can teach us about purpose-led innovationWhy finding your ‘why’ is more vital than ever in the age of AIIf you’re leading or implementing digital transformation, this episode is packed with practical wisdom, brilliant metaphors, and thought-provoking insights. 👉 “Now is the time to build communities of like-minded professionals. Go talk to your peers, figure out what you don’t want to do as much as what you do.” - Nick Hodder 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. 💻 Register for our upcoming DTX London event, taking place on 1-2 October here 📌 Check out our website at dtxevents.io 🔗 Connect with Nick on LinkedIn

26 min

5 Episodes

DTX Unplugged delves into the major challenges and innovations shaping business transformation, embodying our event's focus on the critical intersection of people, process, and technology. While rooted in the DTX ethos, this will be an industry-focused platform, tackling key issues, spotlighting groundbreaking innovations, and raising awareness for important topics across the sector.

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Digital Transformation EXPO (DTX)
Years Active

2025 - 2026
Episodes

5
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Clean
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