Anthony Franklin, the Head of Revenue for Ava, a SaaS platform that provides real-time captions using AI and human intelligence. In this episode, Anthony dives into the topic of accessibility for underserved populations and how it impacts the business bottom line.  He shares insights on understanding what your target audience wants and building a product-led growth strategy.   Key Takeaways: How sales have fundamentally changed when marketing innovative products The importance of having demos to prove that you can solve a customer's problem How Ava is improving the accuracy of captions for the 450 million people globally who have some form of hearing loss? The importance of having real people behind the technology and being passionate about the work. Quote of the Show (12:30):   “There's a stigma around getting an accommodation. People are afraid to say, I need this tool to be productive at work. So they don’t. They just suffer.”   Join our Anti-PR newsletter where we’re keeping a watchful and clever eye on PR trends, PR fails, and interesting news in tech so you don't have to. You're welcome.   Want PR that actually matters? Get 30-minutes of expert advice in a fast-paced, zero-nonsense session from Karla Jo Helms, a veteran Crisis PR and Anti-PR Strategist who knows how to tell your story in the best possible light and get the exposure you need to disrupt your industry. Click here to book your call: https://info.jotopr.com/free-anti-pr-eval   Ways to connect with Anthony Franklin: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonyfranklin1/ Company website - https://www.ava.me/   Ways to get more Disruption/Interruption:  Amazon Music - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/eccda84d-4d5b-4c52-ba54-7fd8af3cbe87/disruption-interruption   Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disruption-interruption/id1581985755   Google Play - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZGlzcnVwdGlvbmludGVycnVwdGlvbi5jb20vZmVlZC54bWw   Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6yGSwcSp8J354awJkCmJlD   Stitcher - https://www.stitcher.com/show/disruption-interruption See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carleen Haylett is the CEO and Founder of EnrichedHQ, a marketplace changing the way families engage school-age kids. Through live virtual activities, EnrichedHQ is bringing together activity providers and content with families who need flexible childcare options. In this episode Carleen discusses how her company is working with corporate clients to provide access to working families as an extension of traditional childcare options.   Key Takeaways: How EnrichedHQ addresses the gap in childcare options for older children Why women are heavily impacted by access to child enrichment activities How SaaS platforms are influencing diversity and inclusion in corporations The importance of flexibility for today’s working parents How childcare options can save companies millions in employee retention costs Quote of the Show (7:00):   “Every time an employee leaves an organization, it flat out costs them one and a half times that employee's annual salary.”   Join our Anti-PR newsletter where we’re keeping a watchful and clever eye on PR trends, PR fails, and interesting news in tech so you don't have to. You're welcome.   Want PR that actually matters? Get 30-minutes of expert advice in a fast-paced, zero-nonsense session from Karla Jo Helms, a veteran Crisis PR and Anti-PR Strategist who knows how to tell your story in the best possible light and get the exposure you need to disrupt your industry. Click here to book your call: https://info.jotopr.com/free-anti-pr-eval   Ways to connect with Carleen Haylett: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/carleen-haylett-18a5521/ Company website - https://enrichedhq.com/   Ways to get more Disruption/Interruption:  Amazon Music - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/eccda84d-4d5b-4c52-ba54-7fd8af3cbe87/disruption-interruption   Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disruption-interruption/id1581985755   Google Play - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZGlzcnVwdGlvbmludGVycnVwdGlvbi5jb20vZmVlZC54bWw   Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6yGSwcSp8J354awJkCmJlD   Stitcher - https://www.stitcher.com/show/disruption-interruption See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Teresa Spangler is a growth strategist with a background in innovation and digital transformation who is dedicated to helping companies of all sizes achieve their goals. Theresa has extensive experience in creating products and solutions that leverage data and new technologies to drive business value. She is the founder of Plazabridge Group and the GameDay Decisions Analytics Platform™, an AI-powered decision-making tool. Her book, "All That I Am Now That I Know", shares 17 lessons she learned as an entrepreneur and growth strategist.   Key Takeaways: How AI is helping humans make better, faster decisions Why the C-Suite is in desperate need of a decision-making framework How to get “unstuck” through communication habits The difference between accumulating data vs. assessing risk Why millions of dollars are lost on the critical thinking gap Quote of the Show (4:00):   “It all comes back to people. If we're not serving and protecting the environment, we're hurting people.”   Join our Anti-PR newsletter where we’re keeping a watchful and clever eye on PR trends, PR fails, and interesting news in tech so you don't have to. You're welcome.   Want PR that actually matters? Get 30-minutes of expert advice in a fast-paced, zero-nonsense session from Karla Jo Helms, a veteran Crisis PR and Anti-PR Strategist who knows how to tell your story in the best possible light and get the exposure you need to disrupt your industry. Click here to book your call: https://info.jotopr.com/free-anti-pr-eval   Ways to connect with Teresa Spangler: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresawspangler/ Company - https://www.plazabridgegroup.com/   Ways to get more Disruption/Interruption:  Amazon Music - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/eccda84d-4d5b-4c52-ba54-7fd8af3cbe87/disruption-interruption   Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disruption-interruption/id1581985755   Google Play - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZGlzcnVwdGlvbmludGVycnVwdGlvbi5jb20vZmVlZC54bWw   Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6yGSwcSp8J354awJkCmJlD   Stitcher - https://www.stitcher.com/show/disruption-interruptionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jai Arun is a technology and innovation evangelist, with a firm belief in the transformative power of blockchain and how it can impact the way we do business. With over 23 years of experience leading teams from startups to billion-dollar companies like IBM, Jai has seen the impact of compromised systems, the importance of security, and how blockchain is protecting the systems and information we value most.   Key Takeaways: Why security is a factor in everything we do How blockchain technology simplifies transactions The impact of self-sovereign identity and how we view information Why monetizing information has created more distrust Where blockchain can make the biggest impact in rebuilding societal trust Why Jai looks to his childhood to stay inspired to help others. Quote of the Show (26:00):   “Blockchain enables companies to bring trust and security to systems. Distributed Ledger Technology can bring trust and transparency into businesses to solve more problems.”   Join our Anti-PR newsletter where we’re keeping a watchful and clever eye on PR trends, PR fails, and interesting news in tech so you don't have to. You're welcome.   Want PR that actually matters? Get 30-minutes of expert advice in a fast-paced, zero-nonsense session from Karla Jo Helms, a veteran Crisis PR and Anti-PR Strategist who knows how to tell your story in the best possible light and get the exposure you need to disrupt your industry. Click here to book your call: https://info.jotopr.com/free-anti-pr-eval   Ways to connect with Jai Arun: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jsarun/Company - http://www.ibm.com/   Ways to get more Disruption/Interruption:  Amazon Music - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/eccda84d-4d5b-4c52-ba54-7fd8af3cbe87/disruption-interruption   Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disruption-interruption/id1581985755   Google Play - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZGlzcnVwdGlvbmludGVycnVwdGlvbi5jb20vZmVlZC54bWw   Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6yGSwcSp8J354awJkCmJlD   Stitcher - https://www.stitcher.com/show/disruption-interruption See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ho Yin Cheung is a business technology innovator devoted to humanizing technology and driving meaningful relationships in the workplace. After working in the social media industry, Ho Yin became disenchanted with the psychological impact it had within society. He is now using his skills and experience to offer engaging and exciting virtual and hybrid events through technology.   Key Takeaways: How people are rethinking engaging online Why there’s still room to make communication more human How social media is creating distrust Why remote work requires retraining of leaders at all levels Which industries are embracing virtual workspaces best How Remo.co is helping businesses create a remote workplace culture Quote of the Show (15:00):   “The funny thing about working in technology is that a lot of times the thing that limits growth is humans.”   Join our Anti-PR newsletter where we’re keeping a watchful and clever eye on PR trends, PR fails, and interesting news in tech so you don't have to. You're welcome.   Want PR that actually matters? Get 30-minutes of expert advice in a fast-paced, zero-nonsense session from Karla Jo Helms, a veteran Crisis PR and Anti-PR Strategist who knows how to tell your story in the best possible light and get the exposure you need to disrupt your industry. Click here to book your call: https://info.jotopr.com/free-anti-pr-eval   Ways to connect with Ho Yin Cheung: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hoyincheung/ Website: http://remo.co/   Ways to get more Disruption/Interruption:  Amazon Music - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/eccda84d-4d5b-4c52-ba54-7fd8af3cbe87/disruption-interruption   Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disruption-interruption/id1581985755   Google Play - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZGlzcnVwdGlvbmludGVycnVwdGlvbi5jb20vZmVlZC54bWw   Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6yGSwcSp8J354awJkCmJlD   Stitcher - https://www.stitcher.com/show/disruption-interruption See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter Malek is a business and technology executive with nearly two decades of experience in operations excellence, leadership building, and service solutions. Peter’s strategies and insights have contributed to multi-millions in ROI for corporations looking to automate, optimize, and transform their complex customer service and internal business systems. His natural leadership talent paired with disruptive insights on corporate culture have inspired his recent book, “#PerFORM: The Path to Becoming Unstoppable and Achieving Fulfillment.”   Key Takeaways: The main ingredient for disruptive innovation How to create a mission and purpose that people believe in Why trust building fosters creativity in the workplace How inspire problem-solving within your team The new definition of diversity in the workplace Quote of the Show (05:00):   “Creativity and innovation really start to grow when individuals feel they're in a space where they're empowered and surrounded by others they enjoy working with.”   Join our Anti-PR newsletter where we’re keeping a watchful and clever eye on PR trends, PR fails, and interesting news in tech so you don't have to. You're welcome.   Want PR that actually matters? Get 30-minutes of expert advice in a fast-paced, zero-nonsense session from Karla Jo Helms, a veteran Crisis PR and Anti-PR Strategist who knows how to tell your story in the best possible light and get the exposure you need to disrupt your industry. Click here to book your call: https://info.jotopr.com/free-anti-pr-eval   Ways to connect with Peter Malek: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-malek-8a980a1/ Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1637308221/ref=tsm_1_fb_lk   Ways to get more Disruption/Interruption:  Amazon Music - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/eccda84d-4d5b-4c52-ba54-7fd8af3cbe87/disruption-interruption   Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disruption-interruption/id1581985755   Google Play - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZGlzcnVwdGlvbmludGVycnVwdGlvbi5jb20vZmVlZC54bWw   Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6yGSwcSp8J354awJkCmJlD   Stitcher - https://www.stitcher.com/show/disruption-interruptionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KJ is back with a new batch of innovators, disruptors, and rebels who are changing the status quo to make this world and our global commerce better. Listen in as she shares what’s coming in season 2 and why she’s dedicated to sharing these stories and insights with the world. Quote of the Show (4:00):   “Ninety percent of tech startups fail, even with Venture Capital. This usually happens because there's a breakdown in the communication between what they do and why it is so important. The world needs disruptive leaders now more than ever.”   Join our Anti-PR newsletter where we’re keeping a watchful and clever eye on PR trends, PR fails, and interesting news in tech so you don't have to. You're welcome.   Want PR that actually matters? Get 30-minutes of expert advice in a fast-paced, zero-nonsense session from Karla Jo Helms, a veteran Crisis PR and Anti-PR Strategist who knows how to tell your story in the best possible light, and get the exposure you need to disrupt your industry. Click here to book your call: https://info.jotopr.com/free-anti-pr-eval   Ways to get more Disruption/Interruption:  Amazon Music - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/eccda84d-4d5b-4c52-ba54-7fd8af3cbe87/disruption-interruption   Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disruption-interruption/id1581985755   Google Play - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZGlzcnVwdGlvbmludGVycnVwdGlvbi5jb20vZmVlZC54bWw   Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6yGSwcSp8J354awJkCmJlD   Stitcher - https://www.stitcher.com/show/disruption-interruption See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robert Lanteigne is a serial and visionary Award-winning Entrepreneur, International Creative Technologist, Artist, Inventor, and a concerned dad of a 7-year-old son who is glued to his gaming console. With an extensive background in executive leadership and building innovative ideas from the ground up, he was inspired to create an entertaining and safe way for kids and families to explore the Metaverse. Lanteigne’s company, SiZZmic Transmedia, is a family-friendly content creator company for the Metaverse in the three most in-demand categories: Education, Esports, and Entertainment including Fine Art.   Key Takeaways: What IS the Metaverse and how SiZZmic Transmedia is making it a multigenerational experience How Lanteigne is using his artistic skills to create disruptive technology Why smart contracts can be challenging for artists and online creators How technology is helping families connect virtually Who will benefit most from custom-built learning opportunities within the Metaverse Quote of the Show (39:00):   “I never wait for anybody. When I wanted something, I asked. Ninety percent of the time I got it, and when I didn’t, I worked. That was young Bob, I was everywhere.”   Join our Anti-PR newsletter where we’re keeping a watchful and clever eye on PR trends, PR fails, and interesting news in tech so you don't have to. You're welcome.   Want PR that actually matters? Get 30-minutes of expert advice in a fast-paced, zero-nonsense session from Karla Jo Helms, a veteran Crisis PR and Anti-PR Strategist who knows how to tell your story in the best possible light, and get the exposure you need to disrupt your industry. Click here to book your call: https://info.jotopr.com/free-anti-pr-eval   Ways to connect with Robert Lanteigne: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lightbob/Website: https://sizzmictransmedia.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrqhzMPAlsRmxbbQ_mVXRrg   Ways to get more Disruption/Interruption:  Amazon Music - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/eccda84d-4d5b-4c52-ba54-7fd8af3cbe87/disruption-interruption   Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disruption-interruption/id1581985755   Google Play - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZGlzcnVwdGlvbmludGVycnVwdGlvbi5jb20vZmVlZC54bWw   Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6yGSwcSp8J354awJkCmJlD   Stitcher - https://www.stitcher.com/show/disruption-interruption See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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