The CDC Tech Life Podcast series features episodes with some of Charleston's most respected tech innovators and leaders. Each individual featured has a unique story to tell and shares their lessons learned, mistakes, successes and even the occasional light-hearted quip.
Episode 64 of the CDC Tech Life Podcast features A.J. Richichi, founder of Charleston Human Resources Technology startup Sprockets. A.J. returns to talk about the recent acquisition of Sprockets by Humanly as well as talking about his best-selling book that was inspired by his journey at Sprockets and his advocacy for the hourly workforce
Episode 64 of the CDC Tech Life Podcast features A.J. Richichi, founder of Charleston Human Resources Technology startup Sprockets. A.J. returns to talk about the recent acquisition of Sprockets by Humanly as well as talking about his best-selling book that was inspired by his journey at Sprockets and his advocacy for the hourly workforce
Episode 63 of the CDC Tech Life Podcast features Vernon Mathias, Co-founder and Chief Growth Officer of Health-Tech Startup HabitNu. Vernon shares how HabitNu is making a positive impact on people’s lives right here in the Charleston area. This episode is sponsored by Charleston County Economic Development Department. They’re dedicated t
Episode 62 of the CDC Tech Life Podcast features Matt Rosa, CEO and Co-Founder of recently launched Charleston Technology Startup Alita. Matt talks about how Alita is addressing the “Silver Tsunami” and Post-Acute Health Care staffing challenges with Agentic AI. This episode is sponsored by the City of Charleston. The City of Charleston
Episode 61 of the CDC Tech Life Podcast features Jordan Berry, cofounder and General Manager of Charleston-SC based Managed Technology Services Provider Interloop. Jordan returns to the show to talk about the growth and major milestones for Interloop since his last appearance, including some major acquisition news. This episode is sponso
Episode 60 of the CDC Tech Life Podcast features Misael Rodriguez, CEO and Founder of Charleston-based Creative Services company Sea Island Creative. Misael shares his journey through the intersection of Technology, Entrepreneurship and Video Storytelling and talks about Sea Island Creative’s unique “Video as a Service” approach to their
Episode 59 of the CDC Tech Life Podcast features Jessica Brewer, CEO and Co-Founder of Charleston-based 3Together. Jessica returns to the podcast to talk about new developments at 3 Together include the release of SwellSpace as the newest product in their portfolio and the realization of a decade-old idea of making Employer Benefits easie
Episode 58 of the CDC Tech Life Podcast features Andy Seavers, CEO and Co-Founder of Charleston-based Legal Tech company Case Status. Andy returns to the show and shares an update on the rapid growth that Case Status has experienced since his last appearance back in 2022. This episode is sponsored by Charleston County Economic Developmen
Episode 57 of the CDC Tech Life Podcast features Marc Murphy, CEO of Ignite Digital. Marc shares his thoughts on the efficiency initiatives being pursued by the new administration via DOGE and the impacts that these changes have on the local tech and business communities in Charleston. This episode is sponsored by Charleston County Econo
Episode 56 of the CDC Tech Life Podcast features Drew Wagner; founder and CEO of Charleston SC-based technology startup LaunchPad, formerly SatQuote. Drew shares some of the exciting recent developments at LaunchPad and discusses his recent class at the Charleston Learning Center on AI Developing and Prototyping. This episode is sponsore
Episode 55 of the Charleston Digital Corridor Tech Life podcast features Todd Lant; Chief Customer Officer (CCO) of Charleston SC Technology Company Blackbaud Inc. Todd shares his experiences assuming the Chief Customer Officer role and his thoughts on the challenges and opportunities facing Blackbaud and the Technology Industry in Charle
Episode 54 of the CDC Tech Life Podcast once again welcomes back Jonathan Yantis, Co-Founder and CEO of Charleston PharmaTech Startup QuicksortRX. Jonathan talks about the recent accolades that QuicksortRX has received and the lessons he’s learned as a first-time founder and CEO over the past few years This episode is sponsored by the Ci
Episode 53 of the CDC Tech Life podcast features Jeremy Berman, Founder of Charleston-based Social Impact Startup GoodUnited and the local Charleston chapter of Startup Grind. Jeremy shares the experiences and learnings that led to GoodUnited finding product-market fit and how his passion for entrepreneurship and social impact was born.
Episode 52 of the CDC Tech Life Podcast features Amy Little, Founder of Charleston-SC based Sales Consultancy Third Language LLC. Amy shares her expertise in Sales with practical advice on how increase effectiveness by tackling the tough questions and practicing active listening techniques. This episode is the first in a new series. Every
Episode 51 of the CDC Tech Life Podcast features Jackie McKelvey, CEO and Founder of Charleston-based AI startup Thrive Data. Jackie shares how Thrive is bringing AI to Personal Injury Law and talks about her journey through the Charleston Tech and Entrepreneurship ecosystem. This episode is sponsored by Blackbaud. Blackbaud delivers ess
The CDC Tech Life Podcast is produced Rich Conte, a product management and development professional with more than 20 years of experience.
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Rich Conte interviews Mike Sottak, Managing Director of Wired Island.