Technology Episodes

Welcome back to Coffee With Convery. Today’s conversation is for anyone who has ever askedthemselves: Am I on the right path? What if I want to pivot? How do I connect what I’m studying to the real world? Because here’s the truth. Careers today are no longer linear. They are dynamic, evolving, and often unpredictable. I’m excited to welcome Jake Okechukwu Effoduh. Jake is an Assistant Professor at the Lincoln AlexanderSchool of Law, where his work focuses on artificial intelligence, tec...

Most organizations do not fail because they lack technology. They fail because they misunderstand trust. In an AI driven, hyper connected world, the real risk is not speed. It is vulnerability. Today’s conversation is about what leaders miss before something breaks. Rob Chaykoski is a cybersecurity and information technology expert with more than twenty five years of experience. He is a Zero Trust architect, AI researcher, educator, and public sector security leader working across healthcare...

Welcome to Coffee With Convery, the podcast that’syour launchpad for career inspiration. I’m your host, Brien Convery, and around here we believe success isn’t just about climbing the corporate ladder - it’s about building your own jungle gym. Each episode, we share real stories from all kinds of careers and all levels, to help you design a careerportfolio of sorts that fits you and your passions. Let’s dive into today’s conversation. Today’s guest is someone who reminds us that careers don’...

Welcome back to Coffee with Convery, where we caffeinate your curiosity with bold stories, real conversations, and fresh perspectives on what it means to build a career —and a life — with purpose. Today’s guest is someone who embodies reinvention, creativity, and the power of community: Jon Levesque - global community builder, AI and automation evangelist, keynote speaker, YouTube creator, and founder of Seeq, the world’s first Experience Network. Jon has built massive global communities at M...

Welcome back to Coffee with Convery, where wecaffeinate your curiosity with bold stories, actionable insights, and fresh takes on how we define and design success. Today’s episode is all about breaking the mold —deconstructing the old ways of hiring and reimagining what recruitment can look like in an age of ethical AI, human connection, and smart technology. My guest is Nick Mastromattei, Co-Founder and ChiefTechnology Officer at Picsume — the Windsor-based tech company transforming how emplo...

Welcome back to Coffee with Convery, where we caffeinateyour curiosity with bold stories, actionable insights, and fresh takes on how we define and design success. Today’s guest is the definition of homegrown innovation. From small-town beginnings in Blenheim, Ontario to leadingone of Canada’s most exciting tech startups — Picsume, Jordan Goure’s journey proves that big ideas can be built anywhere. Jordan is a serial entrepreneur, ethical AI advocate, andco-founder and CEO of Picsume — the Wi...

Welcome back to Coffee with Convery, where wecaffeinate your curiosity with bold stories, actionable insights, and fresh takes on how we define and design success. Today’s guest, Vijay Rajendran, is a venture builder, founder, UC Berkeley Certified Executive Coach, and author of TheFunding Framework: Secure Startup Funding with Confidence. Vijay helps leaders scale not only their startups but also themselves. Vijay has spent over 20 years at the intersection ofentrepreneurship, venture capital...

Welcome back to Coffee with Convery, where we caffeinate your curiosity with bold stories, actionable insights, and fresh takes on how we define and design success. Today’s guest Aidan Brannigan is not your typical founder, not your typical marketer, and definitely not your typical career story. He is the creative force behind No Boring Brands, the agency making memes and skits forsome of the biggest B2B brands in the world, generating over 1 million organic views a day! Aidan has built a care...

Welcome back to another episode of Coffee with Convery — where we bring you conversations with trailblazers shaping the future of work, education, and leadership. Today, I’m thrilled to welcome someone whose name is synonymous with impact in the cybersecurity world - Heather Ricciuto. With over 35 years at IBM, Heather is not only a seasonedtechnology and project management expert but also a tireless advocate for closing the cybersecurity gender gap. She’s the force behind the global CyberDay...

Welcome back to Coffee with Convery, where we bring you inspiring conversations with leaders who are shaping the future of work, learning, and technology. Today, I’m thrilled to welcome Matt Foran—a Toronto-based entrepreneur, educator, and innovator in the EdTech and HR Tech space. Matt is the Co-Founder of Simple Movement eLearning and the Founder & CEO of KnowMeQ, a platform using AI and science-backed tools to empower individuals and help companies strengthen their workforce. With a Master...

Welcome back to another episode of Coffee withConvery, where we bring you inspiring stories of career journeys, personal growth, and professional insights. Today, I’m thrilled to introduce a dynamic leader andchangemaker—Francis Syms. Francis is a globally experienced executive,certified coach, and currently the Associate Dean in the Faculty of Applied Sciences & Technology at Humber Polytechnic. He’s also the Founder and CEO of The Joule Group Inc, dedicated to leadership development, career e...

Welcome to another inspiring episode of Coffee with Convery, where we continue our Legacy in Motion series in honor of Black History Month. Today, we are privileged to sit down with an extraordinary leader who is shaping the future of work and opportunity—Mo Ekujumi. Mo is the Co-Founder and CEO of SkillHat, a transformative global tech company dedicated to launching people of color, women, and newcomers in North America into thriving tech careers. With a deep passion for education and empowerm...

Join us on Coffee With Convery as we sit down with Alexander De Ridder, a visionary entrepreneur and AI innovator revolutionizing enterprise efficiency. From his early days as a 13-year-old coding prodigy in Bruges, Belgium, to founding cutting-edge AI companies like SmythOS and INK, Alexander's journey is a testament to the power of passion and innovation. We'll explore his insights on the future of AI, how collaborative AI systems are transforming businesses, and the valuable lessons he's le...

🎙️ Start 2025 with a Dose of Career Inspiration! 🚀 We’re rewinding to the #1 most popular episode of Coffee with Convery featuring Tad Chisti, Head of Digital Experience Practice at IBM Canada. Fun fact: your host, Convery, hired Tad as an intern 10 years ago! Get ready to dive into Tad’s incredible journey as he shares: - How to build diverse, high-performing teams - The surprising power of curiosity - His secret key to success This is one story you can’t miss. So, grab your favorite brew, ...

Welcome back to Coffee With Convery ! Today, we’re joined by Sanjay Padhiar, a dynamic business consultant and Fractional COO with over a decade of experience helping businesses streamline their operations 📈, improve processes 🔄, and, most importantly, turn customers into raving fans 😍. Sanjay is the Principal Consultant at IMA Consulting 🏢, where he leverages his deep knowledge of business management to help companies like Loblaw, adidas, Reebok, Bell, and Staples 🏅 boost profits 💰 and produc...

Welcome back, innovators 🚀 and dream-chasers 💡, to another electrifying ⚡ episode of Coffee with Convery! Today, we're diving into the digital deep end 🌊 with a true titan of tech sales! 💻 Imagine a journey that starts in the vibrant pulse of South Africa 🌍 and leads to the cutting edge of Canada's tech scene 🇨🇦. Our guest has conquered continents 🌐, led legions at tech giants 🏢, and now he's revolutionizing the game for small and medium businesses across the Great White North ❄️. Fasten your ...

☕ Coffee with Convery | Meet the Rising Stars of the University of Windsor 🌟 Welcome to Coffee with Convery 🎙️, where we spotlight rising stars 🌠, emerging talent 🚀, and the seasoned professionals driving change in their fields. Today’s episode is a special celebration of the exceptional students from the University of Windsor 🎓 who have earned the prestigious Rising Star Student Awards for Summer 2024! 🏆✨ These outstanding students were nominated by their employers for the Co-op/Internship Ri...

🎙️ Welcome back to Coffee with Convery! ☕️ Today we’re in for a treat 🎁 as I sit down to chat with Brandon Duan, a rising star in the world of full-stack development 💻. Brandon’s journey is as fascinating as it is inspiring💡. With a degree 🎓 in Management and Information Technology from the University of Toronto 🏫, he’s already making waves 🌊 in the tech industry. From his current role as an API Specialist at Points to his impactful internships at tech giants 🏢 like Nokia, Brandon’s career tra...

🎙️ Welcome to another episode of Coffee with Convery! ☕ Today, we are thrilled to have a special guest with us, Avi Hacker. Avi is an AI strategist and visionary consultant, best known as the founder of The AI Consulting Network. With a unique blend of expertise in artificial intelligence and a background in law ⚖️, real estate 🏢, and accounting 📊, Avi has dedicated his career to helping businesses harness the power of AI to boost efficiency, reduce costs, and unlock new opportunities. 🚀 Avi’s ...

Meet the MAC Students of UWindsor: The Final Bonus Track in Our Summer Series! 🎉🏁 Today, as we present the grand finale in our summer series: “Meet the MAC Students of UWindsor,” we’re thrilled to feature two more exceptional Master of Applied Computing students who are ready to make their mark in the tech world! Jahnavi Jogi: From Software Engineering to Applied Computing 💻 Jahnavi brings a rich background in software engineering to her Master’s in Applied Computing at the University of Wind...

🎙️ Welcome to Coffee with Convery, the podcast that brings you insights from rising stars, emerging talent, and experienced professionals making a difference. Today, as we continue the exciting series: "Meet the MAC Students of UWindsor," we're featuring two more exceptional Master of Applied Computing students who are ready to make their mark in the tech world! 🌍 🚀 Parneet Kaur: A seasoned Backend Developer with 5+ years of experience, Parneet brings a wealth of knowledge in C++, C, and Java....

Welcome to Coffee with Convery, the podcast that brings you insights from rising stars, emerging talent and experienced professionals making a difference. Today we’re continuing our exciting series: “Meet the MAC Students of UWindsor.” Let’s dive into the stories of three more exceptional Master of Applied Computing students who are ready to make an impact in the tech world! 🧠 Meet Patel is an experienced Software Developer with over 1.5 years of professional experience, Meet specializes in Fu...

Welcome to Coffee with Convery, the podcast that brings you insights from rising stars, emerging talent and experienced professionals making a difference. Today we’re kicking off an exciting new series: “Meet the MAC Students of UWindsor.” Let’s dive into the stories of two exceptional Master of Applied Computing students who are ready to make an impact in the tech world this September! 💻 Bhuvaneshvar Narayan: A DevOps enthusiast with over 2 years of experience, Bhuvaneshvar excels in cloud so...

Welcome to Coffee with Convery, ☕️🎙️ the podcast where we dive deep into the journeys of inspiring professionals who are shaping the digital landscape. 🌐 🚀 Today, we have a special guest joining us from the heart of Toronto, Ontario. Tad Chisti is the Digital Experience Practice Leader at IBM, where he leads a dynamic team of over 120 consultants. 👥💡 With a diverse background in nanotechnology engineering and over nine years of experience at IBM, 🧬📈 Tad has driven some of the largest digital tr...