Cap Tech Podcast with President Sims of Capitol Technology University

Bradford Sims

The President of Capitol Technology University explores various industry executives ideas on what best is needed from higher education to support the various needs of industry across the United States.

  1. Episode 31: Mr Andre Mendes Chief Information Officer at U S Department of Commerce

    10/06/2023

    Episode 31: Mr Andre Mendes Chief Information Officer at U S Department of Commerce

    Mr. André Mendes - A Deep Dive into the World of Information at the U.S. Department of CommerceListen to an exciting LinkedIn Live recorded event featuring Mr. Andre Mendes, the distinguished Chief Information Officer at the U.S. Department of Commerce and Chair of the Board of Trustees for Capitol Technology University. Hosting this insightful session is Dr. Bradford Sims, the President of Capitol Technology University. With such stalwarts at the helm of this conversation, attendees are in for a truly enlightening experience.Ever wondered about the day-to-day responsibilities of a CIO at a critical department of the U.S. government? Mr. Mendes will delve into his regular work routine, sharing insights and anecdotes about the challenges and rewards of managing information at such a significant level. Understand the nuances, the decision-making processes, and the strategic thinking that goes into making the U.S. Department of Commerce the powerhouse that it is today.For those aspiring to contribute to the U.S. Department of Commerce or any significant governmental agency, Mr. Mendes will shed light on what it takes to be a part of his esteemed department. From skills, qualifications, to the mindset needed, this will be a roadmap for anyone looking to make an impact in the world of governmental information management.In today's ever-evolving professional landscape, the importance of higher education cannot be stressed enough. Mr. Mendes will discuss the pivotal role that institutions, like Capitol Technology University, play in preparing individuals for a career in his department. Whether you're just starting out or looking to climb the ladder, understanding the value of education in charting your path is crucial. Learn from Mr. Mendes how higher education can not only open doors but also equip you with the tools to excel and innovate.Visit Capitol Technology University via www.CapTechU.edu

    31 min
  2. Episode 25: Current Industry Perspectives from the CTO of Intel

    06/15/2023

    Episode 25: Current Industry Perspectives from the CTO of Intel

    Mr. Steve Orrin offers three decades of extraordinary success in a series of high-level roles at top-tier companies that include Intel Corporation, Sarvega, Watchfire Inc., Sanctum Inc., First Genetic Trust Inc., Lockstar Inc., and SynData Technologies Inc. He has developed a reputation as an industry leader, leveraging a history of delivering results in Innovation, Intrapreneurship, and Entrepreneurship. He is a Tech-enabled business professional who has launched and scaled companies and brought innovative industry-leading products to market. Steve’s invaluable expertise and broad business range have powered a history of developing successful products, technologies, and new markets. Such traits have consistently enabled Steve to achieve an impressive command of the skills needed to manage ongoing business planning processes while developing strategies to meet future challenges. As Chief Technology Officer and Senior PE for Intel Corporation, Steve orchestrates and executes customer engagements in the Federal space, overseeing the development of federal solution architectures to address challenges in government enterprise, national security, and other federal areas of focus. Mr. Orrin has dedicated himself and his vision as a leader who engages in projects with an “All-In” attitude. With a forte for successfully building strong teams and holding a key role leading all facets of technology and strategy, Mr. Orrin has successfully positioned Intel Corporation as a leading expert in its field with respect to the application of technology to government enterprise and mission environments contributing to the following successes: * Led research and pathfinding into platform security architecture, leading to the funding and launch of the Intel Trusted Compute Pools Architecture, a first-of-its-kind integrated security solution stack for Trustworthy virtualization and cloud stacks addressing security from boot to runtime. * Orchestrated and executed projects for federal government customers centered on Security, AI and inferencing, and Edge ISR sensing. * Serves as a key advisor and subject matter expert in the emerging technologies space, providing guidance to the Public Sector, Defense, and Intelligence communities. Combining his proven business instinct with an unprecedented disciplinary work ethic, Steve has continuously exceeded expectations in high stake environments positioning himself as a key member of each organization he supported and a driving force for growth. His LinkedIn is here if you would like to learn more about him: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sorrin/ Specializations:* Cybersecurity* Solution Architecture* Innovation* Cloud Security* Virtualization Security* Anti-Malware* Application Security* Applied Cryptography* Cyber Threat and Cyber Risk Analysis

    41 min

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The President of Capitol Technology University explores various industry executives ideas on what best is needed from higher education to support the various needs of industry across the United States.