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Welcome to Built in Ohio - an Ohio tech podcast. We talk with, and about, the people, companies and ideas building the future. From startup founders building the next unicorn to someone leading innovation at a Fortune 500 company. Experts in emerging technologies or people creating the cities of the tomorrow. In each episode we talk with innovators and creators to learn what they're working on and how they're doing it. The one thing they all have one thing in common is they're building in Ohio. Built in Ohio is brought to you by OhioX - a statewide nonprofit working to build Ohio into a tech hub.

  1. MAY 13

    Aplos Data: Operationalizing AI with Palantir-Powered Systems (No. 104)

    Aplos Data is coming out of stealth with a clear focus: helping organizations move beyond disconnected data, stalled use cases, and AI pilots that never reach production. In this episode, Aplos Data co-founders Ian Ferré, CEO, and Sean Dooley, Executive Chairman, join the podcast to discuss how they are helping businesses operationalize AI through data, workflow automation, and Palantir-powered systems. Aplos works with organizations to turn complex data environments into coherent operating systems that drive real decisions, execution, and outcomes. The company focuses on designing and delivering operational systems, taking high-potential use cases from concept to production, and aligning data, AI, and workflows around measurable business value. Ian and Sean also share the story behind launching Aplos, why they believe companies need long-term partners rather than one-off implementations, and how their experience building and scaling businesses shapes the way they serve clients. The conversation explores AI, data, digital twins, predictive insights, operational efficiency, and what it takes for organizations to move from experimentation to real-world impact. Connect with Ian on LinkedIn. Connect with Sean on LinkedIn. Learn more about Aplos Data.

    40 min

  2. MAY 13

    Building Accent: Chris Cameron on Entrepreneurship, Cloud Communications, & Customer-Focused Growth (No. 103)

    Accent has grown into a trusted cloud communications provider serving organizations ranging from small businesses to large enterprises. In this episode, Chris Cameron, CEO of Accent, joins the podcast to share his entrepreneurial journey — from working at Accent to buying the company and becoming its president and CEO. Chris discusses how Accent helps businesses modernize communication through cloud phone systems, video meetings, team messaging, unified communications, and cloud contact center solutions. He also shares what it means to build a company that is “big enough to deliver and small enough to care,” and how Accent serves customers across industries with practical, reliable communication tools. The conversation explores entrepreneurship, business ownership, customer service, and the evolving role of cloud communications in how organizations work today. Connect with Chris on LinkedIn. Learn more about Accent.

    40 min

  3. MAY 13

    Scaling Ohio’s Startup Ecosystem with Michelle Murcia (No. 102)

    Ohio’s startup ecosystem has grown from early investments and foundational programs into a thriving network of entrepreneurs, investors, operators, and support organizations. In this episode, Michelle Murcia, founder and CEO of Book+Street, joins the podcast to discuss the evolution of the Columbus and Ohio startup ecosystem, her decades of work supporting entrepreneurs, and why she launched Book+Street in 2018. Michelle shares lessons from her time at Battelle, Fletcher Spaght Ventures, TechColumbus, and Book+Street, where her team supports startups from ideation through Series B and beyond. The conversation also explores Ohio’s growth as a place for startups and how the region can continue building momentum while staying true to its Midwest culture and values. Connect with Michelle on LinkedIn. Learn more about Book+Street.

    32 min

  4. MAY 13

    Making Modern Software Work: Brendan Gualdoni on Composable Commerce and Agentic Automation (No. 0101)

    Modern software promises speed, flexibility, and growth — but too often, businesses find themselves boxed in by legacy systems, rigid “out-of-the-box” features, and digital projects that never fully deliver. In this episode, Brendan Gualdoni, Chief Operating Officer of Aries Solutions, joins the podcast to discuss how companies can modernize complex digital ecosystems through composable commerce, agentic automation, and a more strategic approach to software transformation. Brendan shares why technology modernization is not just a technical challenge, but a leadership and culture challenge. He explains how companies can move beyond transactional vendor relationships, evaluate digital partners based on trust and accountability, and build hybrid teams that combine internal knowledge with outside expertise. The conversation also explores Aries Solutions’ commitment to helping clients get live and into production — and why execution, alignment, and end-to-end accountability are what separate successful digital transformations from stalled projects. Connect with Brendan on LinkedIn. Learn more about Aries Solutions.

    41 min

  5. MAY 13

    Building Ohio’s Quantum and AI Workforce with Miami University’s Beena Sukumaran (No. 100)

    Miami University is helping prepare the next generation of technology talent through first-of-its-kind programs in quantum computing and artificial intelligence. In this episode, Beena Sukumaran, Professor and the Dinesh and ILA Paliwal Dean of the College of Engineering and Computing at Miami University, joins the podcast to discuss how Miami is building new pathways for students in some of the most important emerging technology fields. Miami’s College of Engineering and Computing is home to the first Bachelor of Science in Quantum Computing in Ohio and the first in the nation focused on software applications. Developed in collaboration with Cleveland Clinic, the program gives students hands-on experience with real quantum systems, including opportunities to work with IBM’s System One Quantum computer both physically at Cleveland Clinic and virtually from Miami’s Oxford campus. The conversation also explores Miami’s efforts to expand the quantum talent pipeline through K–12 outreach, high school programs, experiential learning, internships, research, and industry partnerships. Dean Sukumaran also shares what makes Miami’s new AI program distinct, including its focus on building AI systems, not just using AI tools, and preparing students to apply AI responsibly across industries. Connect with Dean Sukumaran on LinkedIn. Learn more about Miami University's College of Engineering and Computing.

    34 min

  6. MAY 13

    AI as the New Operating System for Manufacturing and Healthcare with Quentin Fisher (No. 099)

    The AI era is not just about making old systems faster. It is a shift from operating on the ground to operating in the air — requiring new tools, new controls, and a new way for organizations to coordinate work. In this episode, Quentin Fisher, CEO and founder of Aidan Systems, shares how manufacturing and healthcare organizations can move into the AI era with practical, trusted, and operationally focused solutions. Quentin discusses Aidan Systems’ AI Control Tower, a platform designed to help organizations turn enterprise data into trusted insight and action without ripping out existing systems. He also explains why not every business process needs AI, why choosing the right starting point matters, and how organizations can maintain and improve their AI capabilities over time. The conversation also explores Aidan’s broader mission: helping reindustrialize the Midwest with AI and supporting healthcare providers as they work to serve more people in a rapidly changing world. Connect with Quentin on LinkedIn. Learn more about Aidan Systems.

    34 min

  7. 09/10/2025

    Connecting Labs to Communities: Anthony Gillespie of Parallax Advanced Research (No. 098)

    On this episode of Built in Ohio we’re joined by Anthony Gillespie, Director of Strategic and Technology-Based Partnerships and the Technology Transfer Office at Parallax Advanced Research.  Anthony brings more than 30 years of experience spanning entrepreneurship, government, university tech transfer, and consulting—all focused on advancing innovation and economic impact. At Parallax, Anthony helps connect groundbreaking research with real-world application. One of the programs he leads is the Precision Urban Agriculture Initiative, a NIST-funded effort that’s transforming underused urban spaces in Cuyahoga County into productive farming hubs powered by aerospace technology.  This work is directly tackling food security, sustainability, and workforce development—while serving as a model for how technology transfer can solve real community challenges. In our conversation, we explored Anthony’s career journey, the critical role of tech transfer in Ohio’s innovation ecosystem, and how initiatives like Precision Urban Agriculture are reimagining what’s possible for the state’s future. Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn Learn more about Parallax Advanced Research: www.parallaxresearch.org Learn more about the Ohio Aerospace Institute: www.oai.org

    38 min

  8. 09/04/2025

    Inside VC Fest: Lorne Novick on Building Ohio’s Startup Future (No. 097)

    On this episode of Built in Ohio we’re joined by Novick, the Interim CEO of JumpStart Inc.  Lorne has spent his career at the intersection of law, startups, sports, and venture—always with a focus on driving innovation and impact. At JumpStart, he’s held senior leadership roles overseeing services, deal flow, and strategy, helping to build one of Ohio’s most influential entrepreneurial organizations. Now as Interim CEO, he’s steering JumpStart through a pivotal moment, working to accelerate the launch and growth of high-potential companies while expanding the state’s innovation ecosystem. One of the biggest ways JumpStart does this is through VC Fest, the annual gathering coming back to Cleveland on September 16th and 17th that brings together entrepreneurs, investors, and leaders from across Ohio and beyond. This year’s event introduces new elements, fresh conversations, and opportunities for collaboration that could shape the next wave of Ohio startups. In this episode, we dig dug what makes VC Fest unique, the impact it’s already had, and where Lorne sees Ohio’s innovation ecosystem heading. Connect with Lorne on LinkedIn. Learn more about JumpStart at www.jumpstartinc.org Learn more about Ohio VC Fest at www.ohiovcfest.com

    39 min
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Welcome to Built in Ohio - an Ohio tech podcast. We talk with, and about, the people, companies and ideas building the future. From startup founders building the next unicorn to someone leading innovation at a Fortune 500 company. Experts in emerging technologies or people creating the cities of the tomorrow. In each episode we talk with innovators and creators to learn what they're working on and how they're doing it. The one thing they all have one thing in common is they're building in Ohio. Built in Ohio is brought to you by OhioX - a statewide nonprofit working to build Ohio into a tech hub.

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    Built in Ohio
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    2020 - 2026
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