In this episode of the GCS Leaders Series Podcast, David Bloxham (CEO, GCS) speaks with Owen Murray, Founder & CEO of URhired, about transforming hiring through inclusion and unlocking overlooked talent.

🎯 In this episode:

• Why neurodivergent talent is often overlooked

• How hiring processes create barriers

• The importance of candidate experience

• Strategies for inclusive hiring

• The role of AI in improving outcomes

🎯 What you’ll learn:

• Why 85% of neurodivergent individuals remain unemployed

• How traditional interviews fail neurodivergent candidates

• The real importance of candidate experience in hiring success

• Why diversity of thought drives stronger teams

• How AI is supporting both candidates and hiring managers

💡 Key Takeaways:

✔ Neurodiversity is a different way of thinking — not a limitation

✔ Better candidate experience leads to stronger hiring outcomes

✔ Hiring for “perfect fit” can limit team performance

✔ Confidence and preparation are critical in job searching

✔ Inclusive hiring is a business advantage

⏱️ Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction to Owen Murray & URhired

03:30 – Owen’s journey (Accenture, Meta, LinkedIn, TikTok, HP)

08:15 – Why neurodivergent talent is overlooked

14:40 – The problem with traditional interviews

21:10 – Building inclusive hiring processes

27:50 – Candidate experience & hiring success

34:20 – Job search challenges & confidence

40:10 – Practical interview strategies

46:30 – Diversity of thought in teams

52:00 – Scaling URhired globally

At GCS, we partner with organisations to build future-ready teams across AI, Data, Cloud, and Engineering — connecting talent and transforming technology

In this special GCS LeaderSeries Roundtable, we bring together senior cyber security leaders to explore how AI, evolving threats, and business strategy are redefining cyber security in 2026 and beyond.

This episode covers:

• The growing convergence of AI and cyber security
• Why cyber is now a board-level priority
• The shift from compliance to strategic cyber resilience
• Real-world perspectives on ransomware, risk, and response
• What the future of cyber security looks like heading into 2030

Featuring expert insights from:
Niamh Vianney Muldoon, Jim Newman, Francis Gorman, and Rob Sugrue.

Key Takeaways

• Cyber security is becoming a core business function

• AI is reshaping both threat landscapes and defence strategies

• Organisations must move from reactive to proactive security models

• Talent, communication, and leadership are now critical in cyber

Chapters

Intro & Industry Context

Cyber Trends Shaping 2025–2026

AI & Cyber Convergence

Boardroom vs IT: Who Owns Cyber?

Ransomware & Response Strategies

Zero Trust & Future Security Models

Talent & Skills in Cyber

The Road to 2030

Looking to scale your cyber capabilities or explore new opportunities in the market?

👉 Connect with GCS Cyber Specialists today

🌐 www.gcstechtalent.com

Cyber Security, AI, CISO, Cyber Talent, SOC, Zero Trust, Cyber Strategy, Technology Leadership

AI has become one of the most discussed technologies in healthcare but its true impact on drug discovery remains widely misunderstood.

In this episode of the GCS Leaders Series Podcast, David Bloxham (CEO, GCS) speaks with Aylin Cakiroglu, an expert in AI for drug discovery, to provide a clear, experience-driven perspective on where AI is delivering value today — and where expectations need recalibrating.

🎯 Key Insights from This Episode

• Why traditional database approaches fail to capture biological complexity

• How large language models are transforming scientific research workflows

• The growing importance of agentic AI systems in accelerating discovery

• Why data quality and signal — not scale — will determine success

• How leaders can balance innovation with regulatory and scientific constraints

• The critical role of human expertise in interpreting AI outputs

💬 Expert Perspective

Rather than replacing scientists, AI is emerging as a powerful augmentation tool, capable of significantly reducing research timelines while enabling deeper exploration of complex biological systems.

🚀 Why This Conversation Matters

For leaders, investors, and professionals operating at the intersection of AI, healthcare, and innovation, understanding the practical realities of AI adoption is essential.

This episode provides a balanced, forward-looking view grounded in real-world experience.

In this inaugural GCS Leaders Series Roundtable, AI experts and industry leaders come together to explore how Artificial Intelligence is transforming organisations, leadership, education, and society.

From AI governance and regulation to operational AI agents and the future of leadership, this discussion moves beyond hype to examine the real-world impact of AI adoption.

Key Topics Covered

• AI adoption in modern organisations

• Safe and ethical AI implementation

• Human creativity vs machine intelligence

• AI’s impact on leadership roles

• Business productivity and automation

• The future of AI by 2030

Key Takeaways

✔ AI enhances leadership rather than replacing it

✔ Governance and trust will define successful adoption

✔ AI literacy will become a critical workforce skill

✔ Human judgement remains central in decision-making

What happens when AI leaders move beyond hype and discuss reality?
This roundtable explores where AI truly stands and where it’s heading next.

AI • Leadership • Business Strategy • Technology • Innovation • Digital Transformation • Future of Work • Executive Leadership#ArtificialIntelligence #AI #AILeadership #FutureOfWork #DigitalTransformation #Leadership #BusinessInnovation #TechLeaders #AIInnovation #ExecutiveLeadership #FutureOfBusiness #Technology

In this episode, GCS CEO David Bloxham speaks with Ann-Marie Rajandream, Interim Director of IT and Programme Lead for Cloud-Driven Change.

Anne-Marie shares insights from leading complex digital transformation programmes across Europe — stepping into organisations to deliver strategic change, align IT with business goals, and drive long-term value.

Episode Highlights

• Why transformation must have a clear business purpose

• AI: eliminating jobs or creating new opportunities?

• Leading change when teams resist

• Managing pressure as an interim IT Director

• Balancing delivery with long-term strategic vision

• Women in tech leadership — progress and challenges

• Why cloud & AI will create decades of opportunity

Timestamps

00:00 – Business-led transformation

02:40 – Career journey & interim leadership

11:00 – Overcoming resistance to change

16:30 – AI and the future of jobs

27:10 – Building trust fast

35:00 – Crisis leadership

40:15 – Women in tech

45:30 – The future of AI & cloud

51:10 – What’s next

Follow the GCS Leaders Series for more conversations with global technology and transformation leaders.

What does effective leadership really look like in today’s fast-moving, AI-driven world?

In this episode of the GCS Leaders Series, David Bloxham sits down with executive coach Colin Hiles, founder of Colin Hiles Consultancy, to explore how leaders can improve performance without over-complicating leadership.

Colin shares insights from coaching senior executives, lessons borrowed from elite sport, and why many leaders unknowingly operate on autopilot. The discussion explores simple habits that create meaningful change, the dangers of being “too busy,” and how AI and automation can help leaders refocus on what truly matters.

Whether you’re an experienced CEO or stepping into leadership for the first time, this episode offers grounded, actionable perspectives to help you lead with more clarity and intention.

⏱️ Episode Highlights

• Colin’s journey into executive coaching

• Why most leadership training doesn’t stick

• The importance of simplicity in leadership habits

• What great leaders have in common

• Challenging senior leaders with honesty and humility

• Lessons business leaders can learn from elite sport

• The “no complaints” challenge and mindset awareness

• How autopilot leadership limits performance

• The role of AI and automation in modern leadership

• Practical advice for aspiring and emerging leaders

As you listen, consider one area where you may be operating on autopilot and one small habit you could change this week to lead more intentionally. Progress in leadership, as discussed in this episode, comes from awareness first, then action.

The GCS Leaders Series returns with CEO David in conversation with acclaimed data consultant and Bronto Farm founder Barrett Abernethy offering unfiltered insights into leading teams in the age of AI.

Listen as we discuss:

•The move from traditional leadership to agent-based, AI-powered teams

•Why failure is the secret ingredient for innovation in today’s tech landscape

•Barrett’s favorite tools for working with virtual agents and humans alike

•Cutting-edge trends and strategies from gaming, biotech, and more

•How to practically get started with automation—no matter your industry or company size

Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 01:45 – Meet Barrett Abernethy 07:23 – How gaming and betting advanced tech innovation 10:02 – Where investment and AI are moving fastest 13:10 – Data strategy across industries 16:02 – Technological acceleration and self-learning tools 22:37 – Leading teams in an AI era 27:10 – Virtual agents vs. traditional teams 32:22 – Pioneer leadership mindset 40:14 – Getting started with automation 44:54 – Overwhelm, new jobs, and the future of work 48:07 – Decision-making and AI tools 51:45 – The future for Barrett and Bronto Farm 55:00 – Final thoughts and takeaways

This episode is packed with actionable advice, real stories, and the leadership mindset you need to thrive in a digital-first world.

Stream now and follow GCS Leaders for more candid conversations with world-class innovators!

#LeadershipPodcast #AILeadership #DataInnovation #TechStrategy #GCSLeaders #FutureOfWork #DigitalTransformation

AI is transforming how we watch, connect, and lead but are networks keeping up? In this exclusive Season 6 opener, Rob Suero (Head of Strategic Engineering at Beegol) joins GCS CEO David Bloxham to reveal how the future of broadcast, AI diagnostics, and bold leadership are changing everything.

In this episode:

• Why WiFi often fails and how AI can fix it
• The journey from traditional TV to always-on streaming
• Career pivots: How leaders adapt and thrive in fast-changing fields
• The power of collaboration, open source, and customer-centric innovation
• Lessons for future-proofing your tech career

Rob Suero shares lessons from the front lines of network innovation, while David Bloxham brings decades of leadership insight to the table.

Whether you’re a broadcast pro, tech leader, or just curious about the future of AI, tune in for actionable strategies you can use today!

🎙️ Subscribe for more tech leadership insights from the GCS Leaders Series.

#GCSLeaders #AIBroadcast #NetworkDiagnostics #BroadcastTech #TechLeadership #TechPodcast #WiFiInnovation #OpenSource #EngineeringLeadership #TechTrends #Podcast

Are you ready to get the inside track on the latest in EV charging? In this episode, we sit down with Liz Allan, founder of ChargeWise CX and host of the Electric Evolution Podcast to break down the biggest challenges holding back electric vehicle adoption and the bold innovations set to transform the EV industry.

Liz shares her journey as a neurodivergent founder and female leader shaking up a male-dominated field, and offers practical advice for overcoming the technology, funding, and behavioral hurdles facing EV startups and governments today.

Whether you’re an EV driver, tech entrepreneur, policymaker, or simply curious about the future of electric vehicles, you’ll find actionable insights and inspiring stories packed into this episode!

🔑 Episode Highlights & Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction: Who is Liz Allan?

02:21 – From Rock Bands to EV Startups: Liz’s Unconventional Journey

05:47 – The Power of Neurodiversity in CleanTech Leadership

08:35 – Eye-Opening Stats: What’s the Real State of EV Charging in the UK?

11:14 – Women in EV: Breaking Down Barriers in a Male-Dominated Industry

14:09 – What Does ChargeWise CX Do? A New Vision for EV Charging

18:35 – Why Inclusion and Diversity Fuel Innovation in EV

22:17 – Public Charging, Local Councils & Real-World Solutions

25:58 – The Role of Community and Storytelling in EV Adoption

29:15 – Advice for First-Time EV Drivers & The Power of Test Drives

32:04 – What Governments Should Be Doing for the EV Transition

35:44 – Building Vision, Culture, and Leadership in EV Startups

39:02 – Liz’s Hopes & Goals for the Next 12 Months

41:20 – Final Takeaways & How to Connect with Liz

💬 What challenges do you think are holding back EV adoption in your community? Share your story and join the conversation!

Follow the show for more industry insights, founder journeys, and the most pressing topics in the world of electric vehicles.

#EVCharging #ElectricVehicles #EVTrends2024 #CleanTech #Innovation #WomenInEV #Leadership #ChargeWise #Podcast

Are we sacrificing real human connection for digitalconvenience and what’s the cost?

On this episode of the GCS Leaders Podcast, host DavidBloxham welcomes Louise O’Hagan, appointed member of the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA)’s Ad-Hoc Working Group on Awareness Raising and Cyber Hygiene, for a compelling exploration of how digital culture impacts our families, workplaces, and minds.

From her eye-opening journey through legal, psychological,and cybersecurity sectors, Louise shares stories and strategies from the front lines of EU cyber awareness that can help everyone, from tech leaders to everyday families.

Episode Highlights & Timestamps

00:00 – Introduction & Louise O’Hagan’s journey: Fromlegal secretary to ENISA cyber psychology expert

04:10 – The “e-learning illusion”: Why checking trainingboxes doesn’t equal changed behavior

09:25 – Human error or design flaw? Rethinking the weakestlink in cybersecurity

13:40 – Real-world scam stories: CEO WhatsAppimpersonations, phishing in the workplace

19:12 – Parenting, families, and digital culture: Howeveryday habits influence national digital resilience

24:35 – Why “blame culture” is dangerous & theimportance of psychological safety at work

28:57 – ENISA’s societal approach: Campaigns for digitalhygiene as universal as seatbelt safety

36:20 – Leaders, HR, and collaboration: How to actuallysupport behavior change

41:04 – Practical tips for building a cyber-aware culture athome and at work

45:15 – The future of cyber psychology & hope for thenext generation

49:22 – Key takeaways & closing thoughts

Key Takeaways:

• Awareness ≠ action: What drives true security behavior change
• Why human connection is essential for both mental well-being and digital safety
• How the EU (ENISA) is working to make cyber hygiene a societal priority
• Real family and workplace stories to inspirebetter habits

Like, comment, and subscribe for more insights on digitalculture, leadership, and cybersecurity!

#CyberSecurity #ENISA #CyberPsychology #HumanFactor#DigitalWellbeing #FamilySafety #Leadership #DigitalTransformation#BehaviorChange