Marvin Logan is the Executive Director of Youngstown-based OH WOW! Children's Center for Science & Technology.In this episode, we spoke to Marvin about building a STEM education pipeline connecting education, government, nonprofits, and the tec

87. The giant Midwest innovation opportunity with Max Brickman

Nov 30th, 2023 33m 55s

Max Brickman is the Managing Director of Heartland Ventures, a venture capital firm that connects high-growth startups with new customers in the Midwest. We first welcomed Max back as a guest in April 2021. In his second appearance on the show

84. Inspiring Ohio's next generation of innovators with Katie Comer

Nov 30th, 2023 36m 26s

In this episode, we welcome Katie Comer, Head of Community Development for North America at Meta. Meta, formerly known as the Facebook Company, is the parent company of the apps you know and love−Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, Workplace, Messen

85. West Coast innovation meets Rust Belt work ethic with Steve Cross

Nov 30th, 2023 32m 29s

Steve Cross is the Founder and Creative Director of iSynergy, an integrated digital marketing agency with a laser focus on maximizing ROI for clients. In this conversation we spoke with Steve about the inspiration to leave a "safe" job and crea

86. The amazing community behind Central Ohio's tech growth with Angelo Mazzocco

Nov 30th, 2023 38m 14s

Angelo Mazzocco is Vice President of Advisory Services at AVAAP. AVAAP is an industry-focused technology management and advisory services partner known for delivering strategic technology solutions and exceptional customer experiences. In this

83. Ohio's tech opportunity with Lt. Governor Jon Husted

Oct 2nd, 2023 15m 12s

Right now, Ohio is in the midst of a generational opportunity with the growth and development of our tech economy. For this special Built in Ohio Podcast, we welcomed Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted. This episode was built and released for our ann

81. Kristy Campbell on helping entrepreneurs build great companies

Jul 27th, 2023 31m 58s

Kristy Campbell is the Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer of Rev1 Ventures. In this episode, we talk with Kirsty about the Columbus tech scene, how Rev1 Ventures helps entrepreneurs build great companies, and inclusion in th

80. Dennis Andersh on solving critical challenges for the Nation's security and prosperity

Jul 27th, 2023 29m 44s

Dennis Andersh is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Parallax Advanced Research Corporation. In this episode we talk with Dennis about solving critical challenges for the Nation's security and prosperity, Parallax's unique model, and

79. Lindsay Watson on the idea that took her from physical therapist to startup founder

Jul 27th, 2023 34m 55s

Lindsay Watson is the co-founder and CEO of Augment Therapy. In this episode we talk about Lindsay's journal going from physical therapist to startup founder. With a career as a physical therapist specializing in pediatrics for nearly 20 years,

78. Denise Bartick on building Ohio's tech workforce

Jul 27th, 2023 35m 38s

Denise Bartick is the President and CEO of MAX Technical Training. In this episode, we talk with Denise about one of the largest issues facing tech companies today: tech talent.MAX, based in Mason, was created by Denise in 1998 and provides cor

82. Ray Leach on the billion dollar economic impact of startups and entrepreneurs

Jul 27th, 2023 36m 48s

Ray Leach is CEO of Cleveland-based JumpStart. In this episode, we talk with Ray about the economic impact of startups and entrepreneurs, the growing work their team is doing, and creating equitable opportunities.JumpStart is a nonprofit ventur

77. Michael Caralis on delivering emerging technologies to customers

May 17th, 2023 28m 6s

Michael Caralis is Vice President of Business Markets at Verizon Business and in this episode of Built in Ohio we're talking delivering emerging technologies to customers, the keys to successful products, and how a background in small business

76. Dr. Erandi De Silva on the superpowers of gene therapy

Dec 20th, 2022 46m 56s

Erandi De Silva, Ph.D. is Co-Founder and Senior Vice President of Product Development at Forge Biologics. In this episode, we talk with Erandi about her journey to Ohio, building a BioTech outside of traditional life science hubs, increasing op

75. JP Nauseef on Ohio's generational opportunity

Dec 15th, 2022 31m 31s

In this episode we welcome JP Nauseef, President and CEO of JobsOhio.JP is a former U.S. Air Force officer with 30 years of experience in the public, private, and non-profit sectors with a longstanding passion for and focus on technology, innov

74. The spark that launched Ohio tech with Meta and the City of New Albany

Dec 13th, 2022 41m 15s

In this episode we have not one but two leaders joining us to share a special story. Our guests are Brad Davis, Meta's Director of Data Center Economic Development, and Jennifer Chrysler, the City of New Albany's Director of Community Developme

73. Ed McQuiston on winning culture, Cleveland's tech comeback, and seizing opportunity

Dec 8th, 2022 48m 17s

Ed McQuiston is Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer at Hyland. In this episode we talk winning culture, Cleveland's tech comeback, and seizing innovation opportunity. Ed first joined Hyland in 2001 and has had roles such as Di

72. The power and potential of artificial intelligence with Cal Al-Dhubaib and Matt Schaefer

Apr 20th, 2022 46m 35s

In this episode of the Built in Ohio Podcast, we talk about the power and potential of artificial intelligence with Cal Al-Dhubaib of Pandata and Matt Schaefer of H2O.Cal is the Founder and CEO of Pandata, an award winning firm that empowers or

71. Dr. Timothy J. Miller on building Ohio's biotech hub and manufacturing gene therapies for life

Mar 24th, 2022 37m 18s

Dr. Timothy J. Miller is CEO, President and Co-Founder of Forge Biologics, Inc., a VC-backed gene therapy development engine focused on accelerating access to potentially life-saving (AAV) gene therapies. In this podcast, we talk with Dr. Mille

70. Ryan Frederick on the hype and realities of new technologies

Mar 16th, 2022 44m 48s

Ryan Frederick is a Principal at AWH, a technology consulting firm that helps companies grow by leveraging technology. In this podcast, we talk with Ryan about how the Columbus tech community got built, what makes a strong tech ecosystem, and t

Ohio Tech Report w/ Nicole Paolozzi of OndeCare

Mar 11th, 2022 9m 50s

This week's Ohio Tech Report welcomes Nicole Paolozzi, Founder and CEO of OndeCare.Chris and Nicole are talking some of the biggest Ohio tech stories this week, including...1️⃣ Canton-based Society Brands raises $204 million2️⃣ Richfield compan

69. Dan Snyder on building one of the world's most innovative companies

Mar 9th, 2022 32m 41s

Dan Snyder is the co-founder and CEO of Lower, a multi-channel FinTech aimed at helping consumers build wealth through homeownership. In this episode we talk with Dan about his journey starting Lower, raising the largest Series A round in Ohio

68. Liz Engel on covering Cincinnati's tech story

Mar 3rd, 2022 30m 7s

Liz Engel is a reporter at the Cincinnati Business Courier and leads editorial for its sister site, Cincy Inno, which covers tech and startup news in the region. In this episode, Liz gives us a run down of Cincinnati's tech ecosystem and insigh

67. Caesar Campbell on the relationships tech creates

Feb 25th, 2022 36m 36s

Caesar Campbell serves as a North American Data Center Operations Manager at Meta. In this episode we talk about the relationships that tech creates - both in person and virtually.Building, nurturing, and sustaining so that it brings joy, prod

66. Jamie Timm on helping the world’s most admired brands on their path to digital leadership

Feb 17th, 2022 28m 40s

Jamie Timm is the Chief Delivery Officer at WillowTree where she and the team help the world’s most admired brands on their path to digital leadership—from product to process.In this episode, we talk to Jamie about her path to tech, building a

65. Nicole Ponstingle McCaffrey and Crystal M. Franklin on creating STEM opportunities for girls

Feb 9th, 2022 34m 55s

In this episode, we talk with Nicole Ponstingle McCaffrey and Crystal M. Franklin about inspiring girls to consider STEM careers. The conversation is centered around the American Heart Associations' STEM Goes Red for Girls event.This episode wa