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Influential Visions

Nat Schooler
Management
140 episodes
S1 Ep1: Getting higher (or deeper) in The Cloud
In the first episode of our podcast series, we sit down with Dan Yarmoluk to discuss all things Cloud. Nat Schooler (https://natschooler.com/) was joined by Adjunct Professor and IoT / Technology / AI Expert Dan Yarmoluk. And he's an industrial IoT professional, a full-stack technology solution provider from hardware through to cloud API integration. It's a work order systems is an adjunct pro...
39m • Sep 20, 2019
39m
S1 Ep2: Cloud, Big Data, Analytics and the Four Vs
In the second episode of our podcast series, Nat Schooler (https://natschooler.com/) sit down with Mike Briercliffe to discuss all things Cloud, Big Data and the Four Vs.  This podcast covers the most important topics in technology. It is an interview with long-standing IT veteran Mike Briercliffe, MIke has over 40 years in the industry. Here are the shownotes: https://www.influentialvisions....
37m • Sep 26, 2019
37m
S1 Ep3: Digital Inclusions And Digital Empowerment: Meaningful Access
In the third episode of our podcast series, Nat Schooler (https://natschooler.com/) sat down with Dr. Melissa Sassi to discuss digital inclusion and digital empowerment. This episode was updated 09/05/23. Stay until the end we will tell you the 4 ways to increase access to the internet. We discussed: How to make sure everyone has access to the internet: steps to digital inclusion The Digita...
20m • Nov 04, 2019
20m
S1 Ep4: Balancing Work & Life: Insights from Tech Entrepreneur Michael Tobin OBE
This is one of our favourite interviews from the archives. Nat Schooler (https://natschooler.com/) sat down to discuss Work-Life Balance, or as Mike calls it work-life integration. Michael Tobin OBE (https://www.michaeltobin.online/) shares so much wisdom here, he even tells some funny stories about the time he took his management team to swim with sharks without telling them!  This is one o...
45m • Nov 21, 2019
45m
S1 Ep5: AI Unleashed: Navigating Regulation, Cybersecurity, And Life
Nat Schooler (https://natschooler.com/) sat down with Monique Morrow to discuss the future and AI for jobs. I’d like to introduce Monique Morrow. Monique is a Chief Technology strategist, ground breaking technologist and a proven innovator. Monique is a former CTO at Cisco who has worked tirelessly to align technologies to society’s needs. Monique is also the co founder of the humanized inter...
1hr 9m • Nov 29, 2019
1hr 9m
S1 Ep6: Data-Driven Business Growth: Big Data & Gamification with Nicolas Babin
Nat Schooler (https://natschooler.com/) has the pleasure of discussing Big Data and Gamification with Nicolas Babin, one of the top experts in the world and Nicolas Babin (https://babin-business-consulting.com/blog) shares his secrets from 30+ years within the tech industry, working with some of the top names including Sony. These are the questions and talking points we discussed. Gamificatio...
55m • Dec 05, 2019
55m
S1 Ep7: Crack the Code of Digital Transformation | Q&A with Brian Gracely
Nat Schooler (https://natschooler.com/) had the pleasure of interviewing Brian Gracely and discussing digital transformation. Digital Transformation and digitization are two huge topics and Brian Gracely shares his insights here in this great interview! Since we recorded this interview IBM Closed the Landmark Acquisition of Red Hat for $34 Billion. Brian Gracely (@bgracely) is Director of Pr...
52m • Jan 10, 2020
52m
S1 Ep8: Sales and Success Secrets to Scale Up Your Startup with Tech Entrepreneur Mike Tobin OBE
Nat Schooler (https://natschooler.com/) sat down to discuss startups and technology with tech entrepreneur Michael Tobin OBE. In this live interview at “The Arts Club” Dover Street Mike shares many sales and success secrets to get you rolling! Michael Tobin received an OBE (Order of the British Empire) with recognition from Her Majesty The Queen for his contribution to the UK digital economy. ...
53m • Jan 17, 2020
53m
S1 Ep9: A Future Shaped by a Technology Arms Race with Tech Expert Neil Cattermull
Nat Schooler (https://natschooler.com/) was joined by Tech expert Neil Cattermull. They discussed the World Economic Forum 2020, the future of technology,  and of course the worries many people have about their jobs being taken by AI.
31m • Jan 23, 2020
31m
S1 Ep10: Internal Communications and Teamwork with The Original Microsoft Insiders: Jeremiah Marble + Dona Sarkar
Nat Schooler (https://natschooler.com/podcasts/) thoroughly enjoyed interviewing Jeremiah Marble and Dona Sarkar; they both are from Microsoft and were such inspirational guests.  Internal Communications and Teamwork are two really important topics and who better to discuss them with than the Microsoft Insiders: Jeremiah Marble and Dona Sarkar. Jeremiah was Director of Developer Marketing for...
43m • Jan 29, 2020
43m
S1 Ep11: The B2B Sales Blueprint: With Global Sales Leader at IBM Steven Dickens
Nat Schooler (https://natschooler.com/podcasts/) and Steven Dickens discussed: Generating More Leads, Closing More Deals, and Working Less. Steven Dickens shares many insights from decades of experience in selling. If you want to contact Nat you can do that here: Nat Schooler's Website: (https://natschooler.com/) Nat Schooler on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanielschooler/) Nat S...
29m • Feb 05, 2020
29m
S1 Ep12: Ace the Sale: With IBM Global Sales Leader Steven Dickens
A Practical Methodology for Selling B2B Enterprise Software, Hardware Or Services. Steve shares knowledge from his decades of experience in sales and this is not an episode to miss.  If you want to contact Nat you can do that here: Nat Schooler's Website: (https://natschooler.com/) Nat Schooler on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanielschooler/) Nat Schooler on Facebook (https://web....
25m • Feb 14, 2020
25m
S1 Ep13: Regulating AI: Expert Panel Discussion
This weeks panel features a diverse knowledge base and experience in working with the technology industries top names. Neil Cattermull (Seasoned tech industry analyst and Ceo of The Future as a Service) Sarbjeet Johal (https://www.sjohal.com/about/) (Has worked in the technology industry for the last 25 years. He lives in San Francisco, Bay Area) Tony Flath (Engaged technology influencer and...
39m • Feb 21, 2020
39m
S1 Ep14: Success in HR by using AI with Sara Austin
In this interview, Sarah Austin and Nat Schooler (https://natschooler.com/podcasts/) shed some light on the World of HR. Sarah Austin: - Forbes 30 Under 30, Author & Keynote Speaker, she has worked with brands such as Ford, Oracle, SAP, HP and many others. Sarah Austin Using Social Media in HR  Sourcing Candidates Using Social Media  Using technology to find the right talent  Matching resu...
21m • Feb 28, 2020
21m
S1 Ep15: Cracking The Influencer Marketing Code
Influencer marketing will more than double by 2022. According to Business insider brands are predicted to spend up to $15 billion on influencer marketing by 2022. Sarah Austin and I share some of our experiences in influencer marketing: –  Sarah, a Forbes 30 Under 30, Author & Keynote Speaker, has worked with brands such as Ford, Oracle, SAP, HP and others. Nat (https://natschooler.com/podca...
22m • Mar 06, 2020
22m
S1 Ep16: Giving Feedback: With Global Business Expert - Nicolas Babin
Nicolas Babin- shares his wisdom from working all over the world for huge brands like Sony. This is part 1/3 on feedback and we cover: - Staying calm before giving feedback How senior executives should give feedback  The differing cultures of giving feedback You can get Nicolas here. (https://babin-business-consulting.com/blog) If you want to contact Nat you can do that here: Nat Schooler'...
17m • Mar 13, 2020
17m
S1 Ep17: Remote Working: Hints & Tips
Martin Brooks (Impacttologist) and Nat Schooler (https://natschooler.com/)  discuss : - Exercise Posture  Remote Meetings
30m • Mar 18, 2020
30m
S1 Ep18: Communications and PR during a crisis
Experienced international pr and communications professionals Dan Gold and Nat Schooler (https://natschooler.com/podcasts/) discuss these important topics. How to get your brand message without being an idiot Crisis and social media management  Criminal advertisements and how to get them right in a crisis If you want to contact Nat you can do that here: Nat Schooler's Website: (https://nats...
26m • Mar 19, 2020
26m
S1 Ep19: Getting your message across in times of crisis: PR and Comms Expert Talk
Futuristic Podcast Host Nat Schooler (https://natschooler.com/podcasts/) and International Communications Expert Dan Gold discuss: How to engage with the media to get your message across How to encourage thought-leaders to share and engage with your content How to engage with company insiders to share your messages If you want to contact Nat you can do that here: Nat Schooler's Website: (ht...
29m • Mar 19, 2020
29m
S1 Ep20: Expert Interview: The Future Of Work And Events with Ray Wang
Ray Wang (https://www.raywang.org/) (Founder of Constellation Research) and Nat Schooler (https://natschooler.com/podcasts/) discuss: -  The Future of Work   Work from home isolation   Future events - online or? What is going to happen to the gig economy? If you want to contact Nat you can do that here: Nat Schooler's Website: (https://natschooler.com/) Nat Schooler on LinkedIn (https://ww...
32m • Mar 19, 2020
32m
S1 Ep21: Secure Remote Working In A BYOD World
Chris Windley -Global Sales and Marketing Director Lujam Cyber. Based at GCHQ -Government Communications Headquarters.  All communications to do with the UK are monitored there!  We discuss: -    Cyber Resilience For SMBS Minimising Your Security Risk How To Mitigate Risk In The Supply Chain . Cybersecurity centre  IASME   Google - Chris Windley  
40m • Mar 20, 2020
40m
S1 Ep22: Blessed are the community builders with Mike Briercliffe
Mike Briercliffe- One of the Founding Partners Of The Influential Visions Podcast.   Nat Schooler (https://natschooler.com/) and Mike Briercliffe discussed: In This Time of Global Crisis: Will Social Media Find Its Next Level Of Maturity? Mike was a computing veteran with over 40 years of working experience.  "Blessed are the community builders for they shall inherit the social sphere"  - M...
42m • Mar 22, 2020
42m
S1 Ep23: Expert Talk: The Future Of Supply Chain
Nat Schooler (https://natschooler.com/) interviews: Supply chain queen, Sheri Hinish and Deborah Dull How is Sustainability is disruptive?  What is circularity and its impact on the supply chain?  What lessons can learn from the past to improve the supply chain?
39m • Mar 24, 2020
39m
S1 Ep24: The Mindset of a Tech Entrepreneur: Michael Tobin OBE Shares His Secrets to Success
Regular guest tech entrepreneur Mike Tobin OBE (https://www.michaeltobin.online/) shares some great insights. Nat Schooler (https://natschooler.com/) asks Michael: Tell me about your trek to the South Pole?   How to get through working from home?   The future of jobs with AI.
49m • Mar 24, 2020
49m
S1 Ep25: Teaching CEOs and Entrepreneurs How to Survive a Crisis Without Going Crazy?
Nat Schooler (https://natschooler.com/) and Kristin Zhivago - President Of Zhivago Partners (40+ Years in technology!) A digital marketing company. Kristin was a revenue coach for many years and Nat and Kristin discussed: Find it face it fix it or f. it! Staying sane in the midst of chaos? How to live a stress free life?
41m • Mar 25, 2020
41m
S1 Ep26: Podcast Takeover: The Importance of Your Online Brand and Growth Mindset in Times of Crisis
Treasa Dovander, Social Media Marketing Manager with Ericsson interviews regular host Nat Schooler. They discuss: How to cultivate a growth mindset in times of turbulence   Position yourself to take your career or business to the next level   Tips and tricks to stay happy and focused whilst working from home. Check out this blog post to go into more detail on this topic: https://natschoole...
27m • Mar 28, 2020
27m
S1 Ep27: How to Lead in Times of Crisis? Nat Schooler & Sandra Coyle
Nat Schooler (https://natschooler.com/) and Sandra Coyle Founder of Coyle Communications, (https://coylecomms.com/)   30 Years of experience in Global Comms - Profit and Non Profit  They discussed: - How to choose a leader and a crisis team who is able and prepared to lead?  How to provide a vision, hope and a plan while being truthful on the harsh realities(FDR- Roosevelt)?  How to throw ou...
44m • Apr 01, 2020
44m
S1 Ep28: AI + Machine Learning Lessons From Covid19 + The Future of War and Work
Nat Schooler (https://natschooler.com/) was Joined by Kristina Libby - Chief Science officer at Hypergiant, Author & Adjunct professor.   They Discussed: - International security   Technology and defence   Future trends
51m • Apr 03, 2020
51m
S1 Ep29: Benefits of 5G Technology & Use in Digital Transformation: Taking into account the current pandemic
Nat Schooler (https://natschooler.com/) was Joined by Nicolas Babin, (https://babin-business-consulting.com/blog) Nicolas is a Key Opinion Leader on Digital Transformation    We discussed:-  E-Health -Telemedicine and Remote Operations  Agriculture and Food Availability  5G and Industrial IoT (IIOT)
40m • Apr 08, 2020
40m
S1 Ep30: Cyber Threats & Risks in the New World: Ex-Cyber Security Deputy Chief Tells All
Tyler Cohen Wood: Keynote Speaker, Former Defense Intelligence Agency Cyber Deputy Chief and Previously Director of the Cyber Risk Management group at AT&T We discussed: - What To Do To Secure Your Kids and Non Tech Savvy Family Members? Home Working Cyber Threats and Management, Psychological Warfare? People and Businesses are More at Risk Now Than Ever Before What Can They Do? If you want mor...
38m • Apr 11, 2020
38m
S1 Ep31: Google and Apple is this the End of Privacy as we know it?
Nicolas Babin Expert in Digital Technologies. We discuss: - We are in a crisis and need a balance between privacy and safety? Contact tracing Apple and Google. Making data available to public authorities is obviously a great thing,  but to whom will it be made available to after and being managed??
37m • Apr 15, 2020
37m
S1 Ep32: Engineering: Creative Communications and Achieving 2 Million Views on TikTok
Professor Lucy Rogers - Inventor with a sense of fun and a Royal academy of engineers visiting professor at Brunel university London. Engineering Creativity and Communications.  We discussed: -  TikTok - How to Reach 2 Million Views?  How to Get Your Point Across effectively  Is Creativity Encouraged in Life?
34m • Apr 17, 2020
34m
S1 Ep33: Purpose Driven Data and Actionable AI: Lessons from Educating over 1 Million Workers
Lillian Pierson PE Data Strategist and CEO of Data Mania has Educated 1Million + Workers. We discussed: - CEOs Say I want AI But Don't Know why? AI Ethics in the Modern World  How to Support the Business to reach goals with Data and AI? Click Here For Access to Lillian's Course https://bit.ly/purpose-driven-data
38m • Apr 22, 2020
38m
S1 Ep34: Data Protection, Privacy and Philosophy with Mike Tobin OBE
We discussed the following: - Do you think people should be worried about their online privacy?  What is the worst that can happen with data being available on everyone?  What benefits are there for the future? We also talked about electric toothbrushes and politics...
55m • Apr 24, 2020
55m
S1 Ep35: Online Consumer Privacy, Security And Protecting Your Data
Joined by Pierre Valade CEO at Jumbo Privacy – (Was Founder Sunrise Calendar) We discuss:- Protecting your privacy and security online takes a lot of time and is very complex. Users are asking for better products: products that protect them, where their data is not harvested, where they are not unwittingly turned into the product. Future of the privacy landscape. Visit the show notes here htt...
37m • Apr 29, 2020
37m
S1 Ep36: Secrets From a Recovered Head Hunter: Tips For Job Hunters
Tim Chase - Founder of TruChallenge and I discuss the following topics: - How to work with recruiters? How to find meaning in life? How to land that interview? What is the best way to work with a recruiter?
51m • May 01, 2020
51m
S1 Ep37: How Technology is Transforming Complete Industries?
Those that aren't geared up for change have failed and will continue fail. Joined By Yael Tamar -from SolidBlock  Real Estate is Changing - Property Tech? Rethinking Hotels - Offices - Shops and other Bricks and Mortar Businesses  Crypto Assets - Innovative Uses Of Assets Using Blockchain (Tangibility) Visit the show notes on the website for more information: - Here 
47m • May 06, 2020
47m
S1 Ep38: Innovation in Technology - Talking Cars+ Robotic Dogs+ AI+ 3D Printing
We discussed Nicolas Babin's history at Sony when he launched the first GPS system in the UK  The Robotic Dog that he had the pleasure to launch in Europe. Customer Experience (CX) Innovation with Covid AI Innovation DNA of Virus Ethics of AI 3D Printing And more... visit https://www.influentialvisions.com/innovation-in-technology or for more info on Nat https://natschooler.com/
36m • May 13, 2020
36m
S1 Ep39: Cyber Policing and Business Readiness During Covid19 and Beyond
Mandy Haeburn-Little Chief Executive of Business Resilience International Management We discussed: – Ethical Hacking – Curious Frank The New Age of Cyber Policing Business Resilience If you want more information on this click https://www.influentialvisions.com/cyber-policing If you want more information on Nat Schooler click here  (https://natschooler.com/)
43m • May 15, 2020
43m
S1 Ep40: Creating Valuable Innovation in the Changing World: AI 3D Printing and More
With Jude Pullen - Technologist & Physical Prototyping Expert. Jude has worked on micro-projects with the BBC and huge projects with Dyson, Lego and others. Turning conversations into something being useful in the changing world Localised manufacturing and micro design with the 3D printing revolution with last mile demands. Innovation within the company or outside the company. External consulta...
45m • May 20, 2020
45m
S1 Ep41: Future of Retail: New Consumer Behaviours in Bricks and Mortar
Melissa Gonzalez - CEO of the Lionesque Group and Principal of MG2 and Nat Schooler - discuss: - Online Shopping  Contactless Payments Kerbside Pickups BOPIS (Buy online pickup in store) Augmented Reality  Fulfilment Centres The Consumer Landscape  Here is a link to our website https://www.influentialvisions/future-of-retail-new-consumer-behaviors-in-bricks-and-mortar
37m • May 22, 2020
37m
S1 Ep42: 5 childhood years without a word. 5 degrees later he’s a top NHS Data Analytics Surgeon.
Naseer Ahmad - Consultant Vascular Surgeon and Clinical Director for the Mars Project (Manchester amputation reduction strategy), Aneurysm Screening Program. AI and Data Driven NHS Surgeon Naseer Ahmad didn't speak for five years and obtained five degrees As a child Naseer Ahmad did not speak for Five Years now he is an Data Driven Surgeon With 5 degrees We discussed: - What does a vascular sur...
37m • May 29, 2020
37m
S1 Ep43: Using Technology to be Included
Debra Ruh - CEO of Ruh Global Impact - Disability, Inclusion and Accessibility Expert. We talk about: - Disabled rights  Tech for good  Tech for all  Digital inclusion  Disability inclusion Visit www.influentialvisions.com/using-technology-to-be-included
42m • Jun 05, 2020
42m
S1 Ep44: Accelerated Change within Retail Post Covid 19: Panel Discussion
Our Expert Panel: - John Ashcroft A specialist in Economics, Strategy, Financial Markets, Creator of The Saturday Economist, NED, Consultant, Advisor, Chair ... Led over 50 corporate finance transactions, worked with First Boston, Bain & Co, Samuel Montagu, Goldman Sachs and many more. Eddie McAtominey: Head of Placecrafting at BECG.COM One of largest environmental communication consultancies i...
50m • Jun 12, 2020
50m
S1 Ep45: Protect Your Kids From Predators–An Online Guide For Parents
Parents have no idea what their kids are doing online. Co-Hosted By Tyler Cohen Wood: Keynote Speaker, Former Defense Intelligence Agency Cyber Deputy Chief and Previously Director of the Cyber Risk Management group at AT&T. David Clarke – Founder of GDPR Technology Group on LinkedIn, Data Protection - Cyber Sec Expert. Parents have no idea what their kids are doing online. Get the shownote...
46m • Jun 19, 2020
46m
S1 Ep46: Smart Cities Demystified: Award Winning Smart City Pioneer Tells All
Futuristic Podcast Host Nat Schooler (https://natschooler.com/) and Richard Godfrey, Ex-Director of a Digital Local Authority discussed the following topics: Winner of The Worlds Smartest City in 2015, AWS’ City on a Cloud competition,  now MD of SynCity providing help with digital efficiency. The definition of a smart city and how to avoid the hype. What outcomes do we want when setting up a...
42m • Jul 03, 2020
42m
S1 Ep47: How Netflix Attracted the First 50K Subscribers: Insider Story
Internet Marketing Consultant: Tom Leonard Discusses With Me: - How Netflix Attracted the First 50K Subscribers: Insider Story Despite Blockbuster Owning a Database of Over 284 Million People How Did Netflix Grow? What Were the First Steps You Took with the Team to Build Subscriptions? Evolution of Subscriptions Is it Possible Someone Else Could Duplicate This to Surpass Netflix?
42m • Jul 10, 2020
42m
S1 Ep48: E-Commerce and Maximizing Your Online Sales with The Founder of The E-Commerce Association John Lawson
John is the CEO at ColderICE Media, Amazon #1 best-selling author, IBM Futurist and Ebay Influencer. He is celebrated as one of the Top 100 Small Business Influencers in America and crowned "Savviest in Social Medial" by StartUp Nation. Lawson is an international keynote speaker, “Commerce evangelist” and an absolute wealth of knowledge on all things eRetail and online marketing strategy. John...
36m • Jul 17, 2020
36m
S1 Ep49: UK Cyber Security Policing Model, 2020 and Beyond—Panel Discussion
Hosted by Nat Schooler (https://natschooler.com/) and Tyler Cohen Wood CISSP-  and we had the privilege to speak with Peter Goodman — National Police Lead for Serious and Organised Crime at the National Police Chief’s Council- (retiring this Friday) Mandy Haeburn-Little CEO of Business Resilience International Management (BRIM). Andy Gould - Detective Superintendent, National Cybercrime Progr...
47m • Jul 31, 2020
47m
S2 Ep1: Secrets of Audience Intelligence - Cultural Understanding
Audience intelligence is particularly important, especially when it comes to understanding the kind of content that resonates with your audience. We have been working with Audiense (https://audiense.com/) to bring you 'The Secrets of Audience Intelligence.' This is the first podcast in the series of in-depth interviews that will enable you to learn more about the ins and outs of audience intel...
50m • Aug 07, 2020
50m

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