Embracing Digital Transformation

Embracing Digital Transformation

Dr. Darren Pulsipher, Chief Enterprise Architect for Public Sector, author and professor, investigates effective change leveraging people, process, and technology. Which digital trends are a flash in the pan—and which will form the foundations of lasting change? With in-depth discussion and expert interviews, Embracing Digital Transformation finds the signal in the noise of the digital revolution. People Workers are at the heart of many of today’s biggest digital transformation projects. Learn how to transform public sector work in an era of rapid disruption, including overcoming the security and scalability challenges of the remote work explosion. Processes Building an innovative IT organization in the public sector starts with developing the right processes to evolve your information management capabilities. Find out how to boost your organization to the next level of data-driven innovation. Technologies From the data center to the cloud, transforming public sector IT infrastructure depends on having the right technology solutions in place. Sift through confusing messages and conflicting technologies to find the true lasting drivers of value for IT organizations.

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July 1, 2026 31 mins

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Generative AI is moving faster than most organizations can keep up with—and that’s exactly why host Dr. Darren sits down with Jared Lucian, founder and CEO of Blue Tree Technology Group, to unpack how leaders can drive AI transformation without losing sight of people, process, and policy. Together, they explore culture, change manage...
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Tom Lahat, co-founder and CXO of Tailor Brands, joins host Dr. Darren to unpack how AI is transforming small business formation, entrepreneurship, and the future of work. From startup branding to business registration, Tom explains how technology can simplify the chaos of launching an LLC, while still keeping humans in the loop for high-stakes d...
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Host Dr. Darren sits down with innovation executive and technology strategist Evan Schwartz to explore why **digital transformation** succeeds or fails in the real world—especially in industries like **waste management, recycling, pulp and paper, and supply chain**. From enterprise architecture to user adoption, Evan breaks down how to mak...
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Mergers don’t fail because of spreadsheets alone—they fail when culture, communication, and technology change collide. Dr. Darren sits down with Tom Amburgey, CEO at Euna Solutions, to unpack why most mergers fail, and what real integration leadership looks like when you’re aligning people, systems, and strategy across multiple...

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Host Dr. Darren sits down with Shellee Howard, founder and CEO of College Ready, to unpack how generative AI is changing education, college admissions, and career planning. From AI-proof skills to smarter college choices, Shellee explains why adaptability, critical thinking, and networking matter more than ever in a rapidly shifting world. ## Ke...

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What happens when AI gets smarter, but people get more overwhelmed? Host Dr. Darren sits down with resilience expert Anne Grady to explore emotional regulation, psychological safety, and why adaptability is becoming one of the most important leadership skills in digital transformation and the modern workplace. ## Key Takeaways - **Resilience is ...

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AI may be making data easier to use, but the real breakthrough is helping more people make smarter decisions with it. Host Dr. Darren interviews Wei Zheng, Chief Product Officer at Conductor, for a history lesson in AI, data management, and the evolution of enterprise software from Silicon Valley’s .com boom to today’s AI-powered mar...
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Host **Dr. Darren** sits down with **Michael Chavira**, co-founder and managing partner of **Axiologic**, to unpack the real reasons **AI projects fail**. From AI governance and workflow redesign to training, adoption, and ROI, this conversation shows why successful **AI implementation** is rarely a plug-and-play solution—and why people, p...
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Welcome to a thought-provoking exploration of cybersecurity that intertwines personal experiences with expert insights. Doctor Darren, your engaging host, is joined by Robert Siciliano, a security analyst and author renowned for his perspective on the critical link between individual cybersecurity and corporate safety. Together, they navigate th...
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Disaster recovery is a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of business continuity. Join Dr. Darren as he converses with Tom May, CEO of Different Dev, about why cloud solutions and Software as a Service (SaaS) aren’t enough for comprehensive disaster recovery. Discover actionable insights that can help safeguard your business against unexp...
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A smarter HR strategy could be the difference between leading disruption and getting buried by it. Host Dr. Darren and HR specialist Naveed Nasir Mian unpack the future of HR, from AI-powered talent management and board-level change to the tension between speed, culture, and promotion in a fast-moving workforce. ## Key Takeaways - AI is already...
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What if the biggest barrier to business performance isn’t technology, but the way we lead people? Host Doctor Darren sits down with Norman Wolfe, author of *Living Organizations*, to explore human-centric leadership, organizational change, and why companies must move beyond treating employees like cogs in a machine to unlock creativity, ow...
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Cloud outages don’t have to be a mystery—or a recurring fire drill. Host Dr. Darren interviews Dr. Helen Gu, professor at North Carolina State University and founder/CEO of InsightFinder, about how AI for cloud operations can detect, predict, and automatically fix outages before users feel the impact. ## Key Takeaways - AI can move ...
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What does fertility care teach us about leading high-performing remote teams? Dr. Darren talks with Dr. Gabriela Rosa, clinical director and founder of the Rosa Institute, about telehealth, digital transformation in healthcare, patient-centered reproductive medicine, and the discipline, accountability, and technology required to run a global cli...
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# Embracing AI Leadership: Key Insights with Sid Revilla Are you ready to revolutionize your approach to decision-making in the AI landscape? This episode of Embracing Digital Transformation features Sid Revilla, an Executive Change Agent and Advisor, who shares invaluable insights on leadership accountability, decision-making, and the transfor...
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In a world where hiring often feels robotic and impersonal, Dr. Darren, your host of Embracing Digital Transformation, engages with Sree, founder of Brands Lumen, to explore the intricate dynamics of modern recruitment. Discover how trust, clarity, and authentic messaging can reshape hiring practices and the emergence of the ‘super worker&...
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What does it mean to be part of an AI-augmented team? In this episode of Embracing Digital Transformation, Dr. Darren, your host and chief enterprise architect, sits down with Paige Pulsipher, CEO of PDR Productions, to discuss real-world examples of AI-augmented teams, such as project management or creative collaboration, and how these teams ha...
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In a world where change is constant and overwhelming, transformation fatigue is becoming a prevalent issue for businesses. Join Dr. Darren, host of *Embracing Digital Transformation*, as he chats with Alex Adamopoulos, CEO of Emergn, about navigating organizational change amidst rapid technological advancements, particularly in AI. ## Key Takea...
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Automation is transforming industries, and in this enlightening episode, Dr. Darren welcomes Sid Brock, founder of Recon, to delve into the nuanced world of genetic and deterministic workflows. This discussion reveals how these methodologies can reshape businesses' operational landscape, making them more efficient and adaptive. With Sid’s ...

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In a world constantly evolving through technology, understanding how to leverage AI and automation is paramount for business leaders. Join Dr. Darren, our knowledgeable host, as he speaks with Anant, CEO and co-founder of a AppZen, about the transformative potential of AI in organizations and the emerging dynamics of hybrid work models. ## Key ...
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