From radio rigs in Army tents to running IT for a major oil and gas consulting firm, Curtis has had one hell of a ride, and he’s got the stories to prove it. He talks about swapping camo for keyboards, how military comms set the stage for his tech leadership style, and why he’s not sold on jumping on every shiny new AI trend. It’s a refreshingly no-BS look at what it really takes to lead tech teams in high-stakes environments, the power of practical problem-solving, and how staying grounded is just as important as staying cutting-edge.

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00:00 - Intro
01:49 - Who is Curtis Forsythe
02:59 - Curtis' Upbringing and Military Experience
07:54 - Transitioning to IT Consulting
10:37 - Early Career Days in IT
12:47 - Transitioning to Oil and Gas Industry
18:54 - Joining EAG: The Journey
23:00 - Role of a VP of IT
26:00 - Tech Tinkering in IT Management
28:50 - Future of Oil and Gas Technology
34:20 - Discussion on ChatGPT
40:30 - Thoughts on Tesla Innovations
46:46 - Favorite Book Recommendations
49:20 - Connecting with Curtis Forsythe
50:20 - Why Choose E&A for Business

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