Technology Executives Club

Alex Jarett
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Welcome to Technology Executives Club® official Podcast empowering and promoting members of the Technology Community through mentoring sessions and interviews with successful Technology Executives and Technology Industry Executives.

  1. 5D AGO

    Technology Executives Review Feb 2026 - Special AI in the Oscars

    Technology Executives Review® February 2026 Edition Host: Alex Jarett, Founder, Technology Executives Club® Guest Analyst: John Parkinson, Partner & Managing Director, ParkWood Advisors In this episode of the Technology Executives Review®, Alex Jarett and industry analyst John Parkinson break down the most important developments shaping the AI in the Enterprise landscape. The discussion covers the major AI headlines from February 2026 including* The rise of Agentic AI* The rapid expansion of AI infrastructure and compute* Emerging governance and security concerns* The growing pressure on organizations to deliver measurable ROI from AI initiatives. The episode also includes a special industry segment on AI use in the movies and the Oscars, exploring how generative AI is already changing media production and what that may signal for other industries. The program also features insights from recent Technology Executives Club® Leadership Briefings including:* Tim Walter, CIO, Edward Don & Company – Lessons Learned from a Successful AI Project* Richard Doran, Founder, Sierra ITS – Data is the New Liability Without Governance* Joseph Rose, CEO, JBS Dev – Pragmatic Applications of AI and Agentic AI* Justin Grieshop, CBTS – AI to ROI: Your Friction is Your Opportunity* Neil Goodrich, Chief Innovation Officer, Envista Forensics – Curiosity, Culture and Creating ValueTechnology Executives Review® is a monthly briefing designed to help Technology Leaders and Tech Business Leaders stay current on the most important trends shaping AI in the Enterprise. Technology Executives Club® is a Thought Leadership Community & Media Platform Technology Leaders and Tech Business Leaders. Visit https://www.technologyexecutivesclub.com/discoverycall to learn how you can be featured.

    1h 58m

  2. 6D AGO

    Project Rescue and Success Assurance in AI and Digital Transformation with Tory Bjorklund

    Leadership Briefing: Project Rescue and Success Assurance in AI and Digital Transformation with Tory Bjorklund Guest: Tory Bjorklund, Founder & CEO, Victoria Fide Consulting Host: Alex Jarett, Founder, Technology Executives Club® In this Leadership Briefing, Tory Bjorklund explains why major technology initiatives frequently fail and what organizations can do when projects begin to go off track. Tory’s firm, Victoria Fide Consulting, was founded around the concept of “Success Assurance.” The name comes from Latin and reflects the company’s mission to help organizations successfully transform through the use of technology. As organizations invest heavily in AI, ERP systems, CRM platforms, and other digital transformation initiatives, failure rates remain high. Studies suggest that many enterprise AI initiatives fail to deliver meaningful return on investment, while ERP and other large enterprise systems have struggled with similar outcomes for decades. Tory explains that most failures are not caused by the technology itself. More often they occur when organizations underestimate the complexity of people, processes, and operational change required to support transformation. The discussion includes several real-world examples of project rescue situations. In one case, a manufacturing company implemented a new ERP system only to discover that operations had become less efficient after going live. By assessing how the system had been implemented and aligning it with the company’s actual production processes, Tory’s team was able to recover the initiative and significantly improve productivity. The conversation also explores AI initiatives that stall when projects attempt to tackle too much too quickly. In one example, a company attempted to deploy an internal AI chatbot but struggled through multiple iterations before bringing in outside expertise. By narrowing the scope and launching a focused pilot project, the organization was able to demonstrate value quickly and regain momentum. Tory also discusses CRM implementations that fail because key stakeholders are left out of the design process. Systems that are built around the needs of a single department often fail to support the broader organization, creating frustration for both employees and customers. While project rescue is a major part of Victoria Fide’s work, Tory explains that the firm was built around helping organizations avoid failure in the first place. Drawing on decades of experience, he developed the Victoria Fide Process for Transformational Change, which focuses on preparation, disciplined execution, and ensuring employees actually adopt new systems and processes. A key theme of the discussion is that successful digital transformation depends far more on people and processes than on technology itself. Organizations that align leadership, processes, and accountability before implementing new systems dramatically increase their chances of success. Topics Covered: * Why ERP, AI, and CRM initiatives frequently fail to deliver expected results* The difference between project rescue and proactive success assurance* Real-world examples of rescuing ERP and AI initiatives that were failing* Why organizations often underestimate the complexity of transformation* The role of people and processes in successful digital transformation* How structured preparation improves the success rate of major initiatives Learn more about Tory and see all of his briefings on his Board of Advisor channel here: https://www.technologyexecutivesclub.com/advisory-board-tory-bjorklund This Leadership Briefing was hosted by Alex Jarett, Founder of Technology Executives Club®, the GTM Thought Leadership platform for Tech Business Leaders and Technology Leaders. Visit https://www.technologyexecutivesclub.com/discoverycall to learn how you can be featured.

    21 min

  3. MAR 3

    Curiosity, Culture, and Creating Value with Neil Goodrich

    Leadership Briefing: Curiosity, Culture, and Creating Value with Neil Goodrich Guest: Neil Goodrich, Chief Innovation Officer & CIO, Envista Forensics Host: Alex Jarett, Founder, Technology Executives Club® In this Leadership Briefing, Neil Goodrich explores how curiosity and culture form the foundation of innovation and long-term business value. Neil explains that if innovation is fundamentally about problem solving, then it is fundamentally about creativity, and creativity cannot be mandated. It is voluntary. Leaders cannot force discretionary thinking, but they can design environments where people feel safe sharing partially formed ideas and challenging assumptions. He outlines why culture is the vehicle that systematically brings creativity into an organization. Rather than relying on isolated brainstorming sessions or innovation committees, Neil describes how consistent reinforcement of specific behaviors shapes an environment where ideas emerge organically. The conversation dives into the importance of defining cultural expectations explicitly. Writing down the behaviors and attributes you want — curiosity, engagement, collaboration, ownership — creates a North Star that leaders can reinforce through recognition, meetings, hiring practices, and everyday interactions. Neil also emphasizes that innovation must belong to everyone, not just executives or business analysts. By encouraging team members to understand the broader business and build cross-department relationships, organizations increase exposure to real problems and practical solutions. He shares a real-world example of an informal lunch conversation that evolved into a formal task management system, demonstrating how innovation often originates in everyday dialogue. A critical theme in the discussion is closing the loop on ideas. Not every idea will be implemented, but every idea deserves validation. When leaders take the time to review suggestions and explain decisions, they reinforce trust and encourage continued participation. Over time, this creates a virtuous cycle: the culture attracts curious people, those people protect the culture, and the culture produces stronger ideas and higher engagement. This conversation provides practical insight for Technology Leaders seeking to build environments where creativity is sustained, innovation becomes embedded, and value creation is a natural byproduct of culture. Topics Covered:* Why creativity is voluntary and cannot be mandated* The connection between culture and innovation outcomes* How to explicitly define and reinforce desired behaviors* Why innovation must be everyone’s responsibility* The importance of closing the loop on employee ideas* How a culture of curiosity creates a self-sustaining innovation cycle Learn more about Neil Goodrich and see all of his briefings on his Board of Advisor channel here: https://www.technologyexecutivesclub.com/advisory-board-Neil-GoodrichThis Leadership Briefing was hosted by Alex Jarett, Founder of Technology Executives Club®, the Thought Leadership Community and platform for Tech Business Leaders and Technology Leaders. Visit https://www.technologyexecutivesclub.com/discoverycall to learn how you can be featured.

    13 min

  4. MAR 1

    Leadership Briefing: Lessons Learned from a Successful AI Project – Part TWO with Tim Walter

    Leadership Briefing: Lessons Learned from a Successful AI Project – Part TWO with Tim WalterMaking AI Work Through Change Management, Human Learning, and Imperfect Data Guest: Tim Walter, CIO & VP, Edward Don & Company Host: Alex Jarett, Founder, Technology Executives Club® Part Two: Be sure to listen to Part One here:https://www.technologyexecutivesclub.com/podcasts/technology-executives-club/episodes/2149166910Making AI Work Through Change Management, Human Learning, and Imperfect Data In this Leadership Briefing – Part Two of Tim Walter’s AI case study – Tim shifts from the technical implementation to what truly determined success: change management, reinforcement learning from human interaction, and realistic expectations around data quality. Following the business case outlined in Part One, Tim explains how his team addressed the emotional and operational challenges of AI adoption. Rather than positioning AI as replacement technology, Edward Don framed it as an enablement tool, shifting employees away from repetitive tasks and toward higher-value validation and customer engagement. Tim discusses how the system launched at 86% accuracy, requiring human oversight and judgment. He explains why reinforcement learning from human feedback became central to improving accuracy over time, and how tribal knowledge that once lived in spreadsheets and individuals’ heads is now being shared systematically across the organization. He also addresses a common misconception: AI projects do not require perfect data to begin. Instead of delaying implementation for large-scale data cleanup, Edward Don built an adaptive system designed to learn, improve, and evolve with every interaction. This conversation provides practical guidance for Technology Leaders navigating AI adoption inside real organizations with real constraints. Topics Covered:* Why change management determines AI adoption success Reframing AI as enablement rather than replacement* Reinforcement learning from human feedback Extracting and sharing tribal knowledge* Why data does not need to be perfect to start Continuous improvement versus one-time implementationThis Leadership Briefing was hosted by Alex Jarett, Founder of Technology Executives Club®, the GTM Thought Leadership platform™ for Tech Business Leaders & Technology Leaders Visit www.technologyexecutivesclub.com to watch Part One and Part Two of Tim Walter’s full AI case study.

    14 min

  5. FEB 18

    Data Is the New Liability Without Governance with Richard Doran

    Leadership Briefing: Data Is the New Liability Without Governance with Richard Doran Guest: Richard Doran, Founder & CEO, Sierra ITS Host: Alex Jarett, Founder, Technology Executives Club® In this Leadership Briefing, Richard Doran explains why data without governance has shifted from being an asset to becoming a liability for modern organizations. Richard reframes the long-standing phrase “data is the new oil,” arguing that today data is closer to uranium — extremely powerful when controlled, but explosive when ignored. As AI adoption accelerates and organizations collect increasing volumes of information across ERPs, IoT systems, spreadsheets, and data lakes, unmanaged data introduces operational, reputational, and compliance risk. He discusses how volume without control equals exposure, and why even a single unmanaged spreadsheet can create legal or regulatory consequences. Rather than viewing governance as red tape, Richard explains how structured data governance frameworks build trust with boards, regulators, partners, and executive leadership. The conversation also explores how AI amplifies both value and risk. AI systems not only consume data but generate more of it, increasing the urgency for accountability, access controls, and unified data practices. Richard shares a real-world example of an organization struggling with inconsistent data practices across departments, with no single source of truth. By introducing experienced data governance leadership, building a unified framework, and training teams on accountability, the company significantly reduced audit findings, improved reporting accuracy, and regained confidence with regulators and its board. He also emphasizes that technology alone is not the solution. Tools can automate policy enforcement, but trained employees and clearly defined accountability are what prevent misuse and breaches. People, he notes, are the real firewall. This conversation provides practical insight for Technology Leaders who recognize that AI and data initiatives must be built on a deliberate governance foundation in order to scale safely and successfully. Topics Covered: * Why “data is the new oil” no longer reflects today’s risk environment* How AI accelerates both insight generation and exposure* The connection between governance, trust, and executive confidence* Why inconsistent data practices create audit and reporting challenges* The role of trained talent and accountability in preventing data misuse* How governance frameworks enable faster transformation after implementation Learn more about Richard and see all of his briefings on his Board of Advisor channel here: https://www.technologyexecutivesclub.com/advisory-board-Richard-Doran This Leadership Briefing was hosted by Alex Jarett, Founder of Technology Executives Club®, the GTM Thought Leadership platform for Tech Business Leaders and Technology Leaders. Visit https://www.technologyexecutivesclub.com/discoverycall to learn how you can be featured.

    11 min

  6. FEB 16

    Leadership Briefing: Lessons Learned from a Successful AI Project – Part One with Tim Walter

    Leadership Briefing: Lessons Learned from a Successful AI Project – Part One with Tim WalterGuest: Tim Walter, CIO & VP, Edward Don & Company Host: Alex Jarett, Founder, Technology Executives Club® In this Leadership Briefing, Tim Walter shares the key lessons learned from Edward Don’s successful AI-driven RFP initiative. Rather than focusing on tools or hype, Tim outlines the disciplined leadership decisions that made the project succeed. He explains why AI initiatives must begin with a clearly defined business problem, how realistic expectation-setting protects credibility during an AI hype cycle, and why change management ultimately determines adoption. Tim walks through the pressure technology leaders face from boards and executives eager to “do AI,” and explains how his team avoided the trap of chasing technology for its own sake. By identifying a constrained business process first, defining measurable outcomes, and aligning executive sponsorship, the organization created the conditions for measurable ROI. He also discusses the importance of positioning AI as part of a business workflow rather than a standalone solution, setting clear boundaries for what the system would and would not do, and engaging teams early to reduce fear and increase buy-in. This conversation offers practical guidance for Technology Leaders navigating AI pressure while maintaining operational discipline. Topics Covered: Why successful AI projects start with the business problem, not the technology Managing board and executive pressure during the AI hype cycle Setting realistic expectations for what AI can and cannot deliver Treating AI as part of a process, not a replacement for people Why change management and communication determine long-term adoption Aligning executive sponsorship, team engagement, and measurable outcomes This episode is Part One of a two-part Lessons Learned series. This Leadership Briefing was hosted by Alex Jarett, Founder of Technology Executives Club®, the GTM Thought Leadership platform for Tech Related Business Executives and Technology Leaders. Visit https://www.technologyexecutivesclub.com/discoverycall to learn how you can be featured.

    15 min

  7. FEB 3

    Pragmatic Applications of AI and Agentic AI with Joseph Rose, President, JBS Dev

    Pragmatic Applications of AI and Agentic AI with Joseph Rose Guest: Joseph Rose, President, JBS Dev Host: Alex Jarett, Founder, Technology Executives Club® In this Leadership Briefing, Joseph Rose delivers a pragmatic, systems-level explanation of how large language models (LLMs) and agentic AI actually work inside enterprise environments. Rather than treating AI as a black box or future-state promise, Joseph focuses on how these technologies behave today and how they should be implemented responsibly within real business and technology constraints. Joseph breaks down what LLMs are, why recent advances happened, and how enterprises can use these models for practical decision support and workflow automation without replacing human judgment. He explains where agentic AI fits operationally, why APIs and architecture matter more than model selection, and how emerging standards like MCP reduce friction in connecting agents to enterprise systems. The conversation explores common misconceptions that derail AI initiatives, including the belief that AI projects must be massive, long-running efforts, that organizations need to train their own models, or that perfect data is required before value can be created. Joseph also explains why LLMs are non-deterministic and why critical constraints must live in business logic and APIs, not in prompts. Throughout the session, the discussion stays focused on execution: how technology leaders can start with known workflow friction, apply AI where it adds leverage, and design systems that are secure, testable, and scalable. This Leadership Briefing provides a clear, executive-level understanding of today’s AI terminology, trends, and practical application—without hype or vendor spin. Topics Covered: * What large language models are and why recent progress happened* What agentic AI is in practice and how it operates inside enterprises* How AI supports real workflows without replacing human accountability* Why APIs and architecture are critical to AI success Where guardrails, security, and business logic must live* Why many AI projects fail and how to avoid common pitfalls This Leadership Briefing was hosted by Alex Jarett, Founder of Technology Executives Club®, the GTM Thought Leadership Platform for Technology Leaders & Tech-related B2B Executives. Visit www.technologyexecutivesclub.com to watch all our videos and learn how you can be featured

    39 min

  8. JAN 26

    AI to ROI — Turning Friction into Measurable Business Value with Justin Grieshop

    AI to ROI — Turning Friction into Measurable Business Value with Justin GrieshopGuest: Justin Grieshop, Sr. Director, AI & Analytics, CBTS Host: Alex Jarett, Founder, Technology Executives Club® In this Leadership Briefing, Justin Grieshop delivers a practical, business-first framework for turning AI investment into measurable ROI. Rather than treating AI as an experimental technology initiative, Justin reframes adoption around the value streams enterprises already rely on — revenue generation, cost control, and customer experience — and shows how AI creates impact when applied directly to the friction inside those workflows. Justin explains why most AI initiatives fail to deliver ROI, how organizations can prioritize use cases based on proximity to cash, and why value is created across end-to-end processes rather than isolated teams or tools. He also walks through real-world enterprise examples, including incident resolution, enterprise search, and resource allocation, demonstrating how AI and analytics can be embedded into existing operations to improve speed, decision quality, and throughput without disrupting the business. The conversation explores the growing disconnect between executive confidence and actual data readiness, why trusted data foundations are becoming a competitive moat, and how the rise of AI agents is reshaping how organizations will compete, transact, and be evaluated in the near future. This Leadership Briefing offers a grounded, repeatable blueprint for Technology Leaders who want to move beyond AI hype and focus on execution, sequencing, and sustained business value. Topics Covered: * Why most AI projects fail to deliver ROI * Identifying value streams that already produce results * Using AI to remove friction from critical business workflows * Prioritizing AI initiatives based on revenue, cost, and decision frequency * The role of data readiness in successful AI adoption * Why AI agents change how organizations compete and get selected * Moving from experimentation to scalable, defensible AI impact This Leadership Briefing was hosted by Alex Jarett, Founder of Technology Executives Club®, the GTM Thought Leadership Platform for Technology Leaders & Tech-related B2B Executives. Visit www.technologyexecutivesclub.com to watch all our videos and learn how you can be featured.

    38 min
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    Alex Jarett
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    94
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