Note: Season 1 and Season 2 were previously branded as Braindrop. Since June 2024, starting with season 3, the podcast was rebranded to the Keeping IT Real podcast.

On this episode of Braindrop, Jethro Castillo is joined by Darrin Good, vCom’s own cybersecurity specialist. They talk about the essential strategies for navigating the complex landscape of cybersecurity threats. By drawing parallels between cybersecurity and physical security, they emphasize the significance of understanding data priorities and implementing stringent access controls to safeguard critical information. The discussion emphasizes the need for comprehensive inventory management and proactive engagement with cybersecurity experts to bolster defense mechanisms against potential breaches. The conversation concludes with a call for unity among businesses to foster a collaborative environment dedicated to fortifying cybersecurity and promoting a culture of shared responsibility in data protection.

You can find Darrin Good here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cranezaxas/

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Note: Season 1 and Season 2 were previously branded as Braindrop. Since June 2024, starting with season 3, the podcast was rebranded to the Keeping IT Real podcast.

On this episode of Braindrop, Jethro Castillo is joined by Adam Scheinberg, the VP of IT at Massey Services. They talk about the future of AI, good culture, and the importance of effective project management in the world of IT.

You can find Adam Scheinberg here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethadam1/

Adam Scheinberg has spent over 20 years at Massey Services, starting first as a systems manager. With years of experience, Adam has proven himself as a true leader when it comes to technology strategy, complex solutions implementations, and long-term vision. He also sits on the board of several arts, technology, and civic nonprofits.

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Note: Season 1 and Season 2 were previously branded as Braindrop. Since June 2024, starting with season 3, the podcast was rebranded to the Keeping IT Real podcast.

On this episode of Braindrop, Jethro Castillo is joined by David Williamson, the CIO of Abzena, and they talk about technology adoption and change management within IT projects, emphasizing strategies for successful integration and organizational transformation.

David Williamson is the CIO of Abzena, an end-to-end contract development and manufacturing organization for Antibody Drug Conjugates and complex biologic molecules in the biopharmaceutical industry.

He has over 25 years of experience in life science and has spent the last 10 years innovating and transforming data management and technology programs at global biotech companies, building strategies to drive enterprise business value and efficiency.

You can find David Williamson here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-williamson-b6798/

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Note: Season 1 and Season 2 were previously branded as Braindrop. Since June 2024, starting with season 3, the podcast was rebranded to the Keeping IT Real podcast.

On this episode of Braindrop, Jethro Castillo is joined by Ryan Wagner, VP of IT at Ohana Growth Partners. They explore the realm of organizational development and the shift from technology-driven solutions to people-centric approaches. Discover how Wagner's experience in digital transformation and advocation for understanding customers, users, and employees are steering technological innovations that improve user experiences and operational efficiency. Learn how his team successfully modernized technology across 75 gyms, serving over 500,000 members in six states.

You can find Ryan Wagner here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-wagner-ms/

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Note: Season 1 and Season 2 were previously branded as Braindrop. Since June 2024, starting with season 3, the podcast was rebranded to the Keeping IT Real podcast.

On this episode of Braindrop, Jethro Castillo is joined by Fred Donatucci, the VP of Information Technology at New-Indy Containerboard. Fred talks about the strategies and insights behind managing IT operations in a rapidly expanding company driven by mergers and acquisitions. Explore the importance of continuous learning, staying ahead of technology developments, and building a competent team to drive successful IT projects. Delve into the challenges and triumphs of a recent project that streamlined processes and reduced complexity after integrating a new acquisition.

Information Technology at New-Indy Containerboard is a leading paper and packaging company that manufactures and supplies recycled containerboard to the corrugated box industry.

Fred Donatucci has served as the VP of IT for New-Indy Containerboard for just about 3 years and has over 30 years of IT experience, specifically in the manufacturing industry. He has experienced great success in driving digital transformation and process improvement for businesses, using innovation, strategic thinking, and leadership ability to effectively translate business initiatives into the technology that can make them happen.

You can find Fred Donatucci here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fdonatucci/

Video Podcast: https://youtu.be/eQKF8V4nIYc

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Note: Season 1 and Season 2 were previously branded as Braindrop. Since June 2024, starting with season 3, the podcast was rebranded to the Keeping IT Real podcast.

On this episode of Braindrop, Jethro Castillo is joined by Courtney Cordoba, the vManager Product Manager, and Andrew Freitas, the Senior Software Adoption Specialist at vCom Solutions. They talk about why prioritizing and improving technology is essential for a streamlined future. From AI to user-friendly interfaces, we delve into how software drastically changes the way we live and work. Uncover the challenges of embracing new technology and the rewards that come with stepping outside the comfort zone.

You can find Courtney Cordoba here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtney-cordoba-connects/ and Andrew Freitas here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-freitas-vcom/

Video Podcast: https://youtu.be/gpcHjRhfLZs

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Note: Season 1 and Season 2 were previously branded as Braindrop. Since June 2024, starting with season 3, the podcast was rebranded to the Keeping IT Real podcast.

On this episode of Braindrop by vCom Solutions, Jethro Castillo is joined by Rob Zelinka, the CIO of Jack Henry & Associates. They talk about the importance of putting people first, even in a world that's all about technology. They also discuss the need to embrace change, and the necessity of creating a flexible, agile environment.

Jack Henry & Associates is a fintech company that uses technology and services to help financial institutions innovate and solve problems to better serve their people.

Rob Zelinka has served as the CIO of Jack Henry for almost 6 years and brings with him over 30 years of experience in IT. Rob is known for his strong leadership and ability to transform IT teams and accomplish effective technology initiatives. 

You can find Rob Zelinka here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robzelinka/

Video Podcast: https://youtu.be/xYj3rZZE6dE

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Note: Season 1 and Season 2 were previously branded as Braindrop. Since June 2024, starting with season 3, the podcast was rebranded to the Keeping IT Real podcast.

In this episode, Matt Marquez, vCom's Vice President of Operations Management, talks about better operations management, and how experience and intentionality allows vCom to more effectively manage what businesses shouldn't, giving businesses more resources to focus on what they should.

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Note: Season 1 and Season 2 were previously branded as Braindrop. Since June 2024, starting with season 3, the podcast was rebranded to the Keeping IT Real podcast.

In this episode, John Adams, our Vice President of Expense Management, talks about a better way to manage your IT expenses with better visibility so you can make better decisions and focus more on the core mission of your business.   

Note: Season 1 and Season 2 were previously branded as Braindrop. Since June 2024, starting with season 3, the podcast was rebranded to the Keeping IT Real podcast.

Paul Connaker, the EVP of Revenue at vCom Solutions, is passionate about ensuring no one settles for the status quo. He believes that every organization deserves a better way of managing their IT spend. Listen as he explains how you never have to manage your IT spend the same way again.