In this episode, hosts Josh Lowrey and Richard Rodriguez are live from the Daniel Energy Partners Thrive Conference at Daikin Park. They’re joined by Robby Gulri, Head of Channel and CTO at RapidScale. Robby shares his inspiring journey—from learning English by listening to baseball announcers to becoming a key leader in technology integration.

Key topics include the evolving role of CIOs, data management, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and the growing impact of AI across industries. Robby also discusses RapidScale’s customer-centric approach and emphasizes the importance of aligning IT strategy with business outcomes. 

00:28 Minute Maid Park Renaming Story

01:09 Dinner Anecdote and Guest Introduction

02:58 Guest's Background and Career Journey

05:13 The Role of Technology in Business

11:17 Data and AI in Modern Business

23:08 Cybersecurity and Multi-Cloud Strategies

26:02 AI Tools: The Double-Edged Sword

26:32 Coolest AI Implementations in Business

29:13 The Iceberg Analogy: Understanding AI Deployment

33:20 The Importance of Security and Resiliency

39:06 Data-Driven Decision Making

42:30 The Legacy and Vision of Rapid Scale

45:34 Final Thoughts and Reflections

Welcome to another episode of the IT Crowd Podcast!Join hosts Josh Lowry and Richard Rodriguez live from the Daniel Energy Partners Thrive Conference in Houston, Texas, as they sit down with Ken Mills, President of Intelisys.In this episode, we explore:

• The critical role of Intelisys in the technology and oil & gas industries
• How AI deployment and intelligent partnerships are shaping the future
• Ken’s unique insights on predictive technology and real-world problem-solving
• The game-changing innovations pushing boundaries in energy and tech
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Don’t miss it—tune in now!

00:00 Introduction and Conference Overview

01:52 Special Guest Introduction: Ken Mills

04:15 Ken Mills' Background and Career Journey

07:59 Intelisys and the Technology Ecosystem

14:09 Challenges and Opportunities in Oil and Gas Technology

18:51 Customer Engagement and Technology Adoption

24:16 Evaluating New Technologies

25:26 Unexpected Success with Titanium Payments

27:31 RapidScale and AI Solutions

31:30 Federated AI and Industry Applications

41:06 The Role of Trusted Advisors

44:14 Conclusion and Future Events

Join hosts Josh Lowry and Richard Rodriguez for an exciting episode of The IT Crowd Podcast, recorded live at the Daniel Energy Partners Thrive Conference in Houston, Texas. Special guests Molly Determan, President of Energy Workforce & Technology Council (EWTC), and Andy McDowell, President of Upright Digital, join the conversation. 

They discuss the significance of the fifth annual DEP event, the role of EWTC in representing 650,000 oil and gas workers, and the impressive logistics behind the event. They also reveal exciting details about the upcoming EWTC Annual Meeting, featuring notable speakers like Cody Campbell, the involvement of major industry players, and the groundbreaking partnership with Upright Digital for the welcome reception at the exclusive Cowboys Club in Frisco, Texas. 

Hosts Josh Lowrey and Richard Rodriguez bring you another engaging episode with Director Of Sales, Lee Payne, Where they discuss friendship, Growth and emerging technology in the industry!

Hosts Josh Lowrey and Richard Rodriguez bring you another engaging episode with CEO Steven Ko of Rivitt, Where they discuss emerging technology in the industry

In another special episode of The IT Crowd Podcast, recorded live at the 2024 Daniel Energy Partners Permian Basin BBQ Cookoff in Midland, Texas, host Richard Rodriguez and guest host Raquel Brandon of RapidScale are joined by Nick Saban, Enterprise Account Director at Microsoft, and Trevor Nimegeers, Founder and CEO of iTrak 365.

The conversation covers the transformative role of technology in the energy sector, from enhancing field operations with seamless digital workflows to the integration of AI and data-driven insights. Trevor shares how iTrak 365 helps companies connect frontline teams to critical processes, while Nick highlights Microsoft’s contributions to innovation, emphasizing the value of collaboration and tools like Dataverse and Copilot. Together, they discuss how technology is driving efficiency, improving safety, and overcoming industry hurdles.

Tune in for a compelling discussion on the intersection of technology, teamwork, and progress in the energy industry!

Hosts Josh Lowrey and Richard Rodriguez bring you another engaging episode recorded live at Corva’s Corvacon 2024, featuring Ryan Dawson, CEO of Corva, and Dr. Matthias Gatzen, Executive Director of Digital Business at Baker Hughes.

Together, they explore how Corva and Baker Hughes are leveraging cutting-edge AI and machine learning to revolutionize energy operations, empower field teams, and deliver scalable solutions tailored to diverse challenges across geographies.

Discover how dynamic partnerships drive innovation in the energy sector, the importance of adaptability in a rapidly changing industry, and the exciting potential of integrating technology and creativity.

Hosts Josh Lowrey and Richard Rodriguez bring you another engaging episode recorded live at Corva’s CorvaCon 2024, featuring Ryan Dawson, CEO of Corva, and Dr. Matthias Gatzen, Executive Director of Digital Business at Baker Hughes. Together, they explore how Corva and Baker Hughes are leveraging cutting-edge AI and machine learning to revolutionize energy operations, empower field teams, and deliver scalable solutions tailored to diverse challenges across geographies.

Discover how dynamic partnerships drive innovation in the energy sector, the importance of adaptability in a rapidly changing industry, and the exciting potential of integrating technology and creativity. 

In this special episode of The IT Crowd Podcast, host Richard Rodriguez and guest host Raquel Brandon of RapidScale bring you the energy and excitement of the 2024 Daniel Energy Partners Permian Basin BBQ Cookoff. They’re joined by Britton Siegert, CEO of Texas Integrity Acid Solutions, who shares how his patented acidizing technology is revolutionizing safety and efficiency in oil and gas.

From automation to sustainability, discover how Texas Integrity is shaping the future of completions and production. Plus, enjoy some Aggie football rivalry banter and BBQ vibes!

Join hosts Josh Lowrey and Richard Rodriguez at Corva’s CorvaCon 2024 as they sit down with Jeff Jensen of Corva, and Bruce MacKay of AWS.

In this episode, we explore the latest in tech innovation and leadership, diving into Corva’s forward-thinking approach to AI-driven predictive drilling, the evolving ecosystem of apps for offshore and onshore energy, and the power of strategic partnerships with AWS. Hear firsthand from industry leaders about the importance of collaboration, risk-taking, and a relentless focus on customer-driven solutions to shape the future of oil and gas technology.

Don't miss this insightful episode on building the digital infrastructure and tech culture driving the energy sector forward.