Quantum computing is closer than most people realize — and it may change cybersecurity, privacy, leadership, and digital trust forever.

In this episode of One Sharp Sword, Dr. Wayne Pernell speaks with technology strategist and post-quantum security expert Anna Murray about the rapidly approaching “Q-Day,” the future moment when quantum computers can break current encryption systems.

Anna explains quantum computing in accessible language while exploring the real-world implications for business leaders, governments, organizations, and everyday people. Together, they discuss “Harvest Now, Decrypt Later,” AI-driven vulnerabilities, decentralization, leadership under uncertainty, and why leaders don’t need to become technologists to ask better questions and make better decisions.

If you’ve heard about quantum computing and wondered why it matters — this conversation is your starting point.

Guest
Anna Murray
Co-Founder, Six3RO
Author of Quantum Computing 101
Technology strategist, speaker, and systems thinker

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Most companies aren’t lacking data—they’re lacking clarity.

In this episode, Dr. Wayne Pernell sits down with AI and technology strategist Tim Piemonte to explore why organizations struggle to turn data into decisions—and what leaders must do differently.

Tim shares lessons from leading large-scale enterprise initiatives and explains why success with AI isn’t about tools—it’s about people, process, and clear strategy.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by technology, this conversation will help you cut through the noise and focus on what actually works.

In This Episode:

Tim Piemonte – Founder, Empire Intelligence Group

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What do clinical trials, leadership, and mountain biking have in common?

More than you think.

In this episode, Dr. Wayne Pernell sits down with clinical pharmacology expert Graham Wood, who has led over 350 first-in-human trials, to explore how innovation actually happens—under pressure, with uncertainty, and through collaboration.

You’ll learn:

If you’re a leader, entrepreneur, or high performer navigating complexity, this episode will shift how you think about risk, leadership, and progress.

Guest: Graham Wood
Host: Dr. Wayne Pernell

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What does leadership look like when the future won’t sit still?

In this episode of One Sharp Sword, Dr. Wayne Pernell sits down with Dessalen Wood, Global Chief People Officer at Syntax, to explore how leaders can navigate AI, uncertainty, and rapid change—without getting lost in fear or hype.

Dessalen cuts through the noise with a powerful reframe: AI isn’t about tools—it’s about outcomes. And the leaders who win are the ones who stay grounded in what’s true today while building toward what’s next.

You’ll learn why resistance to AI isn’t really about technology, how to create change that feels winnable, and why the most important leadership skills haven’t changed at all.

If you’ve been wondering how to lead in the age of AI—this conversation brings clarity.

In This Episode:

Don’t focus on the tool. Focus on the result—and let automation help you get there.

Dessalen Wood is the Global Chief People Officer at Syntax with 25+ years of experience in HR, leadership development, and organizational culture. She is known for helping organizations adopt AI with clarity, realism, and a people-first approach.

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What changes when a successful professional decides they’re ready for more—not more work, but more clarity, control, and impact?

In this episode of One Sharp Sword, Dr. Wayne Pernell sits down with Dr. Etienne Lacrampe, a board-certified periodontist and long-time coaching client, to unpack the leadership transformation that happens through intentional growth and coaching.

Etienne shares candidly how coaching helped him:

This episode goes beyond professional success and explores what it means to evolve as a leader, partner, and human being.

It’s also a powerful reminder: even high performers need perspective. Coaching isn’t a sign of weakness—it’s a commitment to expansion.

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Most leaders don’t lack data — they lack clarity.

In this episode of One Sharp Sword, Dr. Wayne Pernell sits down with SaaS revenue leader and Yirla co-founder Scott Schnaars to explore how leaders can move from information overload to decisive action. With over two decades of experience scaling companies from zero to $100M, Scott shares how better data doesn’t automatically lead to better decisions — and why leadership psychology is often the real bottleneck.

From marketing analytics to executive decision-making, this conversation cuts to what matters most: clarity, trust, and the courage to act.

Key Takeaways

Effective leadership means communicating what we know, what we’re doing, and why.

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What if your career path didn’t need to be linear to be powerful?

In this episode of One Sharp Sword, Dr. Wayne Pernell speaks with Barbara Negron, a senior fintech executive who built her career through unexpected pivots—from hospitality to banking to financial technology.

Barbara shares:

This episode is for leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone navigating change while building something meaningful.

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Follow, rate, and review One Sharp Sword—and share it with someone ready to lead at the next level.

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The hiring process is broken—and everyone knows it.

In this episode, Dr. Wayne Pernell sits down with Ann DiFrancesco, Co-Founder of Guhuza, an AI-powered hiring platform that reduces time-to-interview from weeks to minutes.

After 20+ years in recruiting, Ann saw the same problems everywhere: slow processes, ghosting, and frustrated candidates. So she asked a simple question: “If someone can fix this… why not us?”

What followed is a complete reimagining of hiring—one that prioritizes speed, efficiency, and human connection.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

If you care about leadership, innovation, or the future of work—this episode is for you.

Links:
🌐 https://guhuza.com
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The data center industry is booming, driven by AI, cloud infrastructure, and unprecedented global demand for digital capacity.

But when companies grow from $100 million to $1 billion, leadership often becomes the bottleneck.

In this episode, Dr. Wayne Pernell sits down with Steve Wortman, CEO of Wortman Management Group, to explore the leadership challenges behind hypergrowth organizations.

Steve shares insights from advising private equity firms and high-growth infrastructure companies, including:

If you lead a growing organization — or want to — this conversation will challenge how you think about growth, leadership, and organizational capacity.

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The next evolution of the internet isn’t theoretical — it’s already live.

In this episode of One Sharp Sword, Dr. Wayne Pernell sits down with Arron Goolsbey, President & COO of Mythical Games, to explore the future of player-owned economies, Web3 gaming, AI in interactive entertainment, and leadership at scale.

Arron has helped scale some of the most influential platforms in gaming — from Wizards of the Coast to Activision Blizzard to Meta. Now, he’s helping build what many see as the next version of the internet: interactive, player-owned ecosystems.

Most digital experiences operate on a consumption model:
You buy it. You use it. You leave with nothing.

At the same time, leaders are navigating rapid disruption in AI, blockchain, and digital transformation — often without clear frameworks for culture, decision-making, and innovation.

Arron Goolsbey is President & COO of Mythical Games, a company pioneering player-owned digital economies in gaming. His prior leadership roles include senior positions at Wizards of the Coast, Activision Blizzard, and Meta.
Learn more: 🌐 https://mythical.games
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