The Debugged Podcast

In this episode of the Debugged Podcast, Medha chats with Kellene Parra, Vice President of Digital Experience at OpenText. OpenText provides the most complete and integrated Information Management platform, allowing companies to organize, integrate and protect data and content as it flows through business processes inside and outside the organization.  Parra shares her amazing journey from starting her career in manufacturing in a rotational training program at General Electric to diving into the technology side, in which she currently manages a global team that supports customer-facing applications such as the company’s website, customer support ticketing systems, and other applications.  Parra discusses her job as a leader in digital experience and the importance of setting up her team for success as well as developing personal connections.  

In this episode of the Debugged Podcast, Medha sits down with Hansel Lynn, a multifaceted entrepreneur who has dabbled in various career ventures, from running a rock music school for kids to founding theCoderSchool in 2014 and authoring two children’s coding books.  On top of all of that, Lynn is an endurance athlete and recently opened Cudos Frozen Custard and Mini Donuts with his wife.  Lynn shares how he overcame the initial fear of getting out of his comfort zone to fulfill his passions, including creating his first venture, Fantasy TV and then a rock music school for kids.  The duo also discuss Lynn’s vision for theCoderSchool and the insight Lynn gained from running the impactful organization.  Tune into Lynn’s super rock n’ roll journey!

In this episode of the Debugged Podcast, Medha Gupta sits down with Jay Ahn, the Vice President of Operations in the Emerging Markets Group (EMG) at Akima. She specializes in consultancy and "dot connecting” support to clients' complex requirements with effective data collection, analysis, and semantic matchmaking techniques to create orchestrated solutions unique to each.  Ahn shares her journey of how she came to Akima and resonated with Akima’s mission to create long-lived asset for inupiat people in the NANA region in Alaska.  In addition, Ahn expands further on her journey from changing a career path in recruiting to operations.  The duo discusses the importance of preparation and authenticity when networking with people.  Listen to Ahn’s amazing journey!

In this episode of the Debugged Podcast, Medha Gupta chats with Hadley Sis, a Project Manager working at the medical device company, Stryker. Sis shares her incredible journey from earning her Master of Science focused in Bioengineering and Mechanical Engineering to taking on a critical role as a leader in medical technology. Sis expands on her division, in which she works to make surgery more efficient through the creation of medical devices. The process from the conceptualization of medical devices to their commercial release is truly interesting and worth a listen! Tune into Sis’s amazing journey and stay curious!

In this episode of the Debugged Podcast, Medha Gupta chats with Dr. Marian L. McKee, the Vice President Biosafety at Eurofins Biopharma Product Testing labs.  McKee goes in depth about her role, which is working to ensure the safety of pharmaceutical products by testing for viral contaminants.  McKee shares her journey from her interest in zoology to a career in microbiology.  The duo discuss the importance of understanding science, the integration of technology in science, and following your passion.  Tune into McKee’s amazing journey as a leader in biosafety and inspiration to many!

In this episode of the Debugged Podcast, Medha Gupta chats with Kamryn Cutler, computer science graduate of Howard University and participant in Hartman’s Leadership Development Program.  Cutler certainly wears many hats in this program.  She not only is an engineer in data analytics, but she also works as a consultant to communicate with businesses directly to help them understand these technological solutions.  Cutler also shares her amazing journey from bringing all the knowledge she gained through the KPMG Cyber internship to her work at Hartman.  On top of all of this, Cutler is a natural hair ambassador who encourages all people to embrace their natural hair, and she continues to inspire girls to fearlessly pursue careers in tech.  Tune in to learn more about Cutler’s amazing journey as a leader in technology and juggler of many hats!

In this episode of the Debugged Podcast, Medha Gupta sits down with Sam Wiener, the Head of Product Engineering at Saturn where she is a critical leader for driving strategy and execution for their mobile product. Wiener shares her incredible journey from starting out in computer science to managing the engineering team behind Instagram’s Reels product to working on developing a useful scheduling social calendar called Saturn, with a purpose to connect students with the people and information that matters the most.  The duo also discuss Techsetters, a podcast Wiener co-hosts that empowers young women to pursue their dreams in technology by uncovering the secrets of Techsetters everywhere. Wiener talks about the importance of getting out of your comfort zone, learning from great mentors, and staying curious!  Tune into Wiener’s amazing journey as a leader and techsetter!

In this episode of the Debugged Podcast, Medha Gupta chats with Nita Singh Kaushal, founder of Miss CEO, a Lecturer in the School of Engineering at Stanford University, and an Instructor at Stanford Continuing Studies where she teaches undergraduates, graduate students and professional women how to develop leadership skills so they can make meaningful contributions in their careers. Kaushal shares her journey from realizing the importance of empowering women through leadership resources to creating Miss CEO, an international organization working to empower the next generation of women leaders. The duo discuss the importance of leadership and impacting others by sharing knowledge and resources. Tune into Kaushal's inspiring journey as a leader empowering women all over the world to become leaders!

In this episode of Debugged, Medha Gupta chats with Natalia Luzuriaga, a senior undergraduate studying computer science at UCLA and co-founder of the app, Hussle.  Luzuriaga shares her amazing journey from learning how to code on Codecademy to winning her district’s Congressional App Challenge, in which she coded an app called Speech, which aims to help people improve their English pronunciation.  In continuing efforts to solve real problems and inspire change through apps, Luzuriaga used React Native to create a marketplace mobile app for students to monetize their skills by offering freelance services and selling homemade products to peers in college communities.  Be sure to tune in to learn all about Luzuriaga’s inspiring journey as an entrepreneur using technology to create positive impact!

In this episode of Debugged, Medha Gupta sits down with Tory Smithe, Senior Manager, Healthcare & Life Sciences and leader of digital marketing strategy at Adobe.  Smithe shares her inspiring journey from having a passion in healthcare to being at the forefront of translating digital technology for healthcare leaders. Smithe shares what the intersection of digital technology and healthcare means to her, the importance of creating your “personal brand,” and advice for young entrepreneurs excited to start their own initiatives!  Tune in to learn more about this fascinating intersection and Smithe’s amazing insight!