In this episode of Minerva Meets, I sit down with Tyler Sztuka, Founder of SZD Labs and Claude Community Ambassador, to explore what it really takes to move from the idea of an AI agent to successful implementation.While many organizations are eager to adopt agentic AI, few realize the foundational work required before an AI agent can deliver meaningful
In this episode of Minerva Meets, I’m joined by returning guest Thiago Ferreira of Elevate AI Consulting to break down AI search, what it is, why it matters, and how it’s changing the way we find and use information.Search used to mean typing something in, reviewing results, and deciding what matters. AI search is changing that experience.
In this episode of Minerva Meets, I sit down with Hanno Ekdahl, CEO of Idenhaus, to discuss the foundations of Identity and Access Management (IAM) and why it plays such a critical role in cybersecurity.Identity may not always be the most visible part of a security program, but it sits at the center of how organizations manage access,
In this episode of Minerva Meets, I sit down with Casey Boggs of ReputationUs to explore what happens when a cyber incident becomes more than a technical problem, it becomes a reputation decision.We move beyond incident response checklists to talk about the part leaders often underestimate: communication, trust, and public perception. Casey shares how reputation risk shows up in real
In this episode of Minerva Meets, I sit down with Thiago Ferreira of Elevate AI Consulting to explore the human side of enterprise AI adoption.We move beyond AI tools and marketing claims to discuss what organizations are actually grappling with today training employees, setting governance, evolving org charts, and responding to growing pressure to prove AI ROI. Thiago shares what
In this episode of Minerva Meets, I sit down with Zach Pastko and Loren Allston of W. Capra, a consultancy helping organizations transform through technology, data, payments, security, and customer experience.Together, we unpack what business transformation really looks like in an AI-driven world and why so many companies are stuck between curiosity and real impact. We explore the fundamentals:
In this episode of Minerva Meets, I sit down with Mike Kintz, President of Wingman Payments, to talk about a part of your business that often flies under the radar, how you get paid.Payment processing isn’t just about moving money; it’s a core part of your cybersecurity and compliance footprint. Mike explains where small and mid-sized businesses often
In this episode of Minerva Meets, I sit down with Rachael Narel, Ph.D., CISA, Employee Engagement and Productivity Practice Manager at Interlink Cloud Advisors. Together, we move beyond the Microsoft Copilot hype and focus on how to roll it out successfully and turn AI potential into everyday productivity.We dive into the essentials like data quality, security and access
In this episode of Minerva Meets, I sit down with Terry Keating, a seasoned executive who has led companies through major technology shifts. Together, we cut through the AI noise and focus on what really matters: how leaders can drive adoption with confidence.We dive into the essentials: mindset shifts, modeling the right behavior, involving end users early, and building
In this episode of Minerva Meets, I interview Jon Hobbs, a patent attorney and CEO of IP Solution. We discuss how patents apply to software, AI, and cybersecurity, clarifying common misconceptions and the impact of legal cases like Alice v. CLS Bank. Jon explains the patenting process, its importance for startups, and how patents can boost company valuation and