Edge of IT

Pellera Technologies

Welcome to Edge of IT, the podcast that connects the dots between cutting-edge tech and the world it’s creating. Join host Jonathan Gough as he takes a closer look at the ideas driving progress: from AI and cybersecurity to the unsung heroes of IT who make it all work. Discover how technology is redefining what’s possible, one episode at a time. Explore more at pellera.com

  1. 1D AGO

    When Prevention Fails: Rethinking Ransomware Recovery

    Ransomware attacks aren’t a question of “if” anymore- they’re a question of “when.” In this episode of Edge of IT, host Jonathan Gough is joined by Andrew Miller, Lead Principal Technologist at Everpure (formerly Pure Storage), and Darren Gourley, who leads Pellera’s work on data protection and recovery as Senior Director, Solution Engineering, Storage. Together, they reframe how businesses should think about ransomware, recovery, and resilience. In the past, data protection and recovery were mostly about backing up information. But today, as ransomware attacks grow more sophisticated, recovery isn’t just about restoring data, it’s about restoring business continuity, protecting trust, and minimizing operational disruption.

    28 min

  2. FEB 12

    From Olympic Ice to Enterprise IT: The Leadership Success Playbook with Mike Eruzione and Greg Berard

    What does a legendary Olympic hockey team have in common with today’s IT organizations? In the Season Three premiere of Edge of IT, Jonathan Gough sits down with Mike Eruzione, captain of the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team, alongside Pellera CEO Greg Berard, to explore what real leadership looks like under pressure.  From the rink to the office, this conversation unpacks why talent alone is never enough, and why trust, accountability, and culture are the true drivers of long-term success. Mike reflects on the mindset behind the Miracle on Ice, while Greg shares how those same principles translate into building and scaling high-performing teams.  Whether you’re leading a company or a team, let this episode be your reminder that success isn’t accidental — it’s built collectively. Find the Mike Eruzione Team Shop online store HERE and use PELLERA10 for a 10% discount on merchandise.

    23 min

  3. SEASON 3 TRAILER

    IT Strategy and Leadership: Season 3 of The Edge of IT

    Are you asking the right questions about IT? Struggling to answer tough questions about ROI, leadership, and cybersecurity? Welcome to Season 3 of The Edge of IT—your go-to podcast for actionable insights at the intersection of technology and strategy. This season, host and Pellera Chief Scientist Jonathan Gough dives into the critical topics shaping IT today, including AI innovation, cybersecurity challenges, and strategic leadership. With a lineup of industry leaders and frontline experts, this season is packed with real-world perspectives to help you lead, invest, and act with confidence. If you’re ready to get to the strategic core of IT that will shape how you lead, invest, and act, click follow and never miss an episode!

    1 min

  4. 12/18/2025

    The Enterprise AI Gap: Myths, Missteps & Must-Dos for 2026

    What happens when four tech experts sit down for an unfiltered conversation about the state of enterprise AI? You get the Pellera Roundtable, of course. To close out another exciting season of Edge of IT, host Jonathan Gough is joined by three of Pellera’s brightest minds: Dave Santeramo, Network and Security Leader; Roy Bales, Principal Technical Advisor (Southeast); and Darren Livingston, VP of Engineered Solutions. Together, they dive deep into the current state of AI maturity and adoption in enterprises, offering candid insights and actionable advice. In this episode, the team breaks down the most underestimated challenges in AI today, from behavioral friction to governance gaps. They explore why your biggest blocker to progress is probably not your model and uncover surprising areas where most organizations are overspending and how to course-correct for better ROI.  If you're leading AI strategy, or trying to make sense of it all, this conversation is your reality check and your roadmap.

    47 min

  5. 12/11/2025

    How Walmart is Revolutionizing Drone Delivery to Transform Last-Mile Logistics

    What if you could get whatever you needed in 30 minutes without waiting or even having to step foot outside your door? It may sound like science fiction, but Walmart is making it a reality. In this episode of Edge of IT, host Jonathan Gough sits down with Precia Carraway, Senior Manager of Autonomous Delivery at Walmart, to explore one of the boldest logistics programs in retail: drone delivery. Precia brings deep expertise and vision to how Walmart is transforming last-mile delivery and solving real-life problems for communities across the U.S. Tune in to learn what it takes to fly hundreds of thousands of deliveries and what the future holds for autonomous logistics.

    24 min

  6. 11/20/2025

    From Alerts to Action: How AIOps is Transforming Enterprise Operations

    AIOps isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a game-changer for modern enterprise operations. In this episode of Edge of IT, host Jonathan Gough is joined by Chris Bailey, Director of Product Management at IBM, and Manoj Khabe, VP of Observability, AIOps, and FinOps at Pellera Technologies, for a deep dive into how agentic AI is transforming enterprise operations from the ground up. Discover how AI reduces alert fatigue, increases system resilience, and empowers teams to focus on mission-critical work. From unifying data across siloed tools to automating root cause analysis and incident resolution, this conversation explores real-world examples of AIOps in action and what it means for the future of IT.

    32 min

  7. 11/13/2025

    AI ROI Challenges: How to Achieve the Results You Were Promised

    Value can be calculated in a few different ways. So when the big boss starts asking, “Where’s my return on AI?” it’s best to come prepared. In this episode, Christian Thilmany joins Jonathan Gough for a much-needed check-up on AI. As Senior Director of AI Strategy at Microsoft, Christian shares his experience: what works, what doesn’t, and why so many teams still aren’t seeing the ROI they were promised. Together, Christian and Jonathan trace the evolution of AI, unpacking the critical points that often lead to failure—from model drift to hallucinations, and even when models get a little too eager to please. Then, the conversation turns to the future: the rise of Shadow AI, the risks of “vibe coding,” and the promise of Model Context Protocol (MCP), a potential game-changer that could standardize how AI connects across systems. If all the AI hype has left you wondering what’s missing from the conversation, this episode delivers the nuanced take you’ve been waiting for.

    28 min

  8. 10/30/2025

    Beyond Compliance: How Threat Intelligence is Shaping Cybersecurity Resilience

    In cybersecurity, the rules are always changing, but trust, readiness, and real-world resilience remain non-negotiable. In this episode of Edge of IT, host Jonathan Gough sits down with Sean Colicchio, Global CISO at Pellera Technologies, and Ryan Patrick, VP at HITRUST, for a candid conversation about the real state of cybersecurity and compliance in an AI-driven world. Together, they unpack how organizations can move beyond check-the-box compliance toward systems that are built on relevance, integrity, and threat-informed action. This episode explores what’s missing in today’s frameworks, where automation can go wrong, and how threat intelligence is shaping the future of trust.

    28 min
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Welcome to Edge of IT, the podcast that connects the dots between cutting-edge tech and the world it’s creating. Join host Jonathan Gough as he takes a closer look at the ideas driving progress: from AI and cybersecurity to the unsung heroes of IT who make it all work. Discover how technology is redefining what’s possible, one episode at a time. Explore more at pellera.com

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  • Creator
    Pellera Technologies
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    25
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright 2025
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