Edge of Excellence: Empowering People to Shape the Future

iuvo LLC
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The Edge of Excellence explores how leadership, culture, and technology shape modern business growth. Hosted by Bryon Beilman, President & CEO of iuvo, and Jessica DeForge, Marketing Manager at iuvo, the show dives deep into the human side of innovation, where strategy meets curiosity, and excellence is more than just expertise. Each episode features conversations with industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries who are pushing boundaries in leadership, technology, and business transformation. From sharing actionable insights to simplifying complex IT challenges, The Edge of Excellence empowers listeners to think differently, lead boldly, and use technology as a catalyst for growth. Tune in for real stories, expert perspectives, and practical takeaways that help you lead at the edge of excellence.

  1. Aug 5

    Copilot Adoption, Governance, and ROI With iuvo's VP of Technology

    Most organizations already own Microsoft Copilot. Far fewer know what to do with it. Brian St. Marie, iuvo's VP of Technology, says Copilot adoption is now the single most common AI conversation he has and it's the same conversation whether the company has fifteen employees or several thousand. In this episode, Bryon Beilman and Jess DeForge dig into why that is, and what to do about it. The conversation covers the free Copilot access already included with every Microsoft 365 license and what it does and doesn't reach; why adoption and governance are two separate problems that stall each other when treated as one; the SharePoint permissions and data hygiene issues that surface the moment Copilot can search your tenant; and why top-down AI mandates and usage leaderboards tend to backfire. Brian and Bryon also get practical about measurement, the adoption data Microsoft already gives you, what leaders should be asking for, and how to think about ROI on an investment whose target keeps moving. The episode closes on the most common mistake Brian sees: organizations that skip governance at the start, then discover where their data has been going.

    Copilot Adoption, Governance, and ROI With iuvo's VP of Technology

  2. Jul 22

    From Department of IT to Strategic Business Voice

    IT leaders often have a seat at the executive table. But are they truly being heard? In this episode of Edge of Excellence, Jess DeForge and Bryon Beilman speak with Phil Howard about what it takes for CIOs, CTOs, IT Directors, VPs of IT, and technology leaders to move from being treated like the “Department of IT” to becoming strategic business voices. Phil brings experience across sales training, telecom, consulting, vendor-neutral advisory, podcasting, and hundreds of conversations with IT leaders. Together, the group explores why technical leaders can understand the full complexity of the business and still struggle to communicate value in a way executives understand. The conversation covers executive buy-in, vendor pressure, cost control, mid-market IT complexity, business communication, defensible technology decisions, and why IT is often invisible when things work but treated as a cost center when leadership does not understand the value behind the systems. This episode is especially relevant for IT leaders, business executives, consultants, service providers, and mid-market organizations that want technology to be more strategically aligned with business outcomes. At its core, this is a conversation about communication, trust, leadership maturity, and helping IT leaders become heard, respected, and involved before critical technology decisions are already made. Learn more about iuvo by visiting www.iuvotech.com Connect with Phil Howard  Check out the You've Been Heard Podcast

    From Department of IT to Strategic Business Voice

  3. Jul 8

    Scaling Without Technology Debt : How Early IT Decisions Shape Growth, Risk, and Momentum

    Early technology decisions can shape how easily a company grows later. In this episode of Edge of Excellence, iuvo's Jessica DeForge and Bryon Beilman speak with Ian Findlay, Partner in TechCXO’s Product & Technology practice, about technology debt, IT strategy, and the value of fractional CIO guidance for growing companies. Ian shares how startups and small to mid-sized businesses often make technology decisions based on what is familiar, fast, or inexpensive in the moment. Those decisions may work when a company has five people, but they can become painful to unwind when the organization is preparing for funding, hiring quickly, expanding operations, or trying to reduce risk. The conversation explores how early IT choices affect security, collaboration, infrastructure, cloud platforms, Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace environments, device management, documentation, and overall business readiness. Ian also explains how IT health assessments help leadership teams understand where they stand and how fractional CIO support can give growing companies senior technology guidance without requiring a full-time executive hire. This episode is especially relevant for founders, CEOs, COOs, CFOs, biotech and life sciences leaders, startup teams, and business leaders who want to build a stronger technology foundation before growth creates pressure.

    Scaling Without Technology Debt : How Early IT Decisions Shape Growth, Risk, and Momentum

  4. Jun 24

    Why a Founder's Journey Is Never Linear | Krenar Komoni, CEO of Tive

    What does it take to build a global supply chain company from a basement prototype? Krenar Komoni, CEO and founder of Tive, joins Jess DeForge and Bryon Beilman for a candid conversation about a career that has been anything but linear. Krenar shares the pivots, near-failures, and defining moments behind Tive, now on track for $100M in revenue and growing at 50% annually. From designing wireless chips in Boston to watching his father-in-law struggle with outdated logistics tools, he traces the winding path that led to one of the fastest-growing supply chain visibility companies in the world. In this episode, Krenar talks about getting the entrepreneurship bug at 16 while helping launch a TV station in Kosovo, the bottom-up management lesson he learned as a junior engineer that he still uses as CEO, why almost every early assumption about Tive's market was wrong, the $10,000-in-the-bank moment that cemented his conviction, and what Tive actually tracks. If you're a founder, operator, or anyone navigating a path that doesn't follow a straight line, this one is worth your time. Learn more about Tive at tive.com and connect with Krenar on LinkedIn. Visit iuvotech.com for more Edge of Excellence episodes.

    Why a Founder's Journey Is Never Linear | Krenar Komoni, CEO of Tive

  5. Jun 10

    The Truth About Imposter Syndrome

    Imposter syndrome is not rare. It is just often quiet. In this episode of Edge of Excellence, Jess DeForge and Bryon Beilman are joined by iuvo team members Derek Murphy and Ken Hillstrom for an honest, relatable conversation about imposter syndrome, self-doubt, high performance, and growth. They explore how imposter feelings show up during career transitions, leadership moments, high-pressure work, and periods of rapid change. The conversation also looks at the role leaders play in creating cultures where people feel psychologically safe to learn, ask questions, make mistakes, and continue growing. This episode is for high performers, emerging leaders, managers, culture builders, and anyone who has ever felt like everyone else has it figured out. You do not need to eliminate imposter feelings to succeed. You need the right support, the right environment, and the confidence to keep moving forward anyway. To learn more about iuvo visit iuvotech.com

    The Truth About Imposter Syndrome

  6. May 27

    Creativity Without a Deliverable Enabling Play, Balance & Trust at Work

    In this episode of Edge of Excellence, Bryon Beilman and Jessica DeForge sit down with iuvo CIO Jesse McCain to explore a leadership idea that does not get enough attention: creativity without a deliverable. In a work culture often driven by constant output, metrics, and availability, Jesse offers a more human-centered perspective on what helps teams think, create, and perform sustainably. The conversation explores why play matters at work, how unstructured time supports innovation, and why trust and flexibility are not the opposite of accountability. Jesse shares thoughtful examples from his own leadership experience, including how exploration, psychological safety, work-life integration, and “loosening the reins” can help people do their best work without burning out. This episode is for leaders, managers, and professionals who want to build healthier, more creative, and higher-performing teams without measuring every moment by a deliverable.

    Creativity Without a Deliverable Enabling Play, Balance & Trust at Work

  7. May 13

    What World-Class Support Feels Like: Creating a Culture Clients Remember

    What does world-class support really feel like to the people receiving it? In this episode of Edge of Excellence, Bryon Beilman and Jessica DeForge sit down with Bethany Haley to talk about the human side of exceptional service. The conversation explores how trust, empathy, communication, preparation, and team culture shape the client experience long before and long after a problem is solved. Bethany shares her perspective on what it means to make clients feel heard, supported, and confident, especially during stressful situations. The episode also looks at the invisible work behind great service, from documentation and follow-through to team collaboration and emotional intelligence. Whether you lead a team, work in a client-facing role, or want to create stronger customer relationships, this conversation offers practical takeaways for building a culture clients remember. Learn more about iuvo at iuvotech.com.

    What World-Class Support Feels Like: Creating a Culture Clients Remember

  8. Apr 29

    Data Before AI: Why Strong Data Foundations Unlock Scientific Innovation

    Behind every successful AI initiative is something far less glamorous: strong data fundamentals. In this episode, we talk with Jacob Hesterman, Ph.D., Chief Data Officer at Ratio Therapeutics, about how his team built a structured, governed data ecosystem from the ground up and why that foundation is now accelerating scientific discovery, efficiency, and collaboration across the organization. Jacob shares what it took to bring scientists from different disciplines around a shared data model, why full buy-in took two and a half years, and how that effort created a feedback loop that changed how the entire company operates. We also explore real examples of lab data flowing into analysis systems, how Ratio is positioned for AI because they invested in fundamentals first, and why IT and data teams need to work hand in hand. Whether you're a data leader, a CIO supporting research teams, or just trying to figure out where AI fits into your organization, this conversation is a great place to start. Learn more at iuvotech.com. Mentioned in this episode: Ratio TherapeuticsMerlin bird ID appMass Audubon

    Data Before AI: Why Strong Data Foundations Unlock Scientific Innovation
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The Edge of Excellence explores how leadership, culture, and technology shape modern business growth. Hosted by Bryon Beilman, President & CEO of iuvo, and Jessica DeForge, Marketing Manager at iuvo, the show dives deep into the human side of innovation, where strategy meets curiosity, and excellence is more than just expertise. Each episode features conversations with industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries who are pushing boundaries in leadership, technology, and business transformation. From sharing actionable insights to simplifying complex IT challenges, The Edge of Excellence empowers listeners to think differently, lead boldly, and use technology as a catalyst for growth. Tune in for real stories, expert perspectives, and practical takeaways that help you lead at the edge of excellence.

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