RIoT Underground
RIoT Underground
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You’ve found us! Welcome to RIoT Underground, the place where you hear from instigators who are changing the world with disruptive technology. Our job? Pulling back the curtain. We talk to passionate disruptors about what they see, what they do, how they got to where they are, and what’s coming next. Have you ever wondered how people drive through their mistakes, learning from them, and capitalizing on them? Have you ever wondered how people find a career in tech, or start a company, or become great leaders? Do you want to hear more about people who succeed - the real stories, not just the wins we see in a highlight reel? Good - us too. And we’re going to bring that and more, here, at RIoT Underground. RIoT Underground is created and produced at RIoT Studios. RIoT produces events, conferences and educational courses around the world and runs an early-stage startup-accelerator in Raleigh, North Carolina. Our nonprofit also operates a wireless test and certification facility under the Wireless Research Center brand. Learn how to engage by visiting us at riot.org. Tune in, subscribe - join the underground. We’ll see you in the next episode. 
I: Smart Sight, Safe Site - Video Analytics for Injury Prevention with Bobby Shkolnikov, Principal IoT Commercialization, SAS
In this episode of the RIoT Underground podcast, we sit down with Bobby Shkolnikov, Principal IoT Commercialization at SAS, to explore the game-changing role of video analytics in workplace safety. Today's safety standards fall short, risking lives in industrial workplaces. Learn how existing security cameras and wireless infrastructure are being transformed into proactive tools for monitoring safety risks and preventing injuries before they happen. From identifying hazardous behavior to ...
Jan 13, 2025
25 min
V: Growing Innovation in Eastern NC with Stefanie Keen & Brittany Smith, City of Wilson, NC
In this episode of the RIoT Underground, join us as we delve into the burgeoning landscape of innovation in Wilson, North Carolina. Our guests, Stefanie Keen and Brittany Smith from the City of Wilson, NC, share insights on the evolution of the City of Wilson, Greenlight, the Gig East Exchange, and the Gig East Summit. The City of Wilson was once only known for tobacco. In 2008, Wilson deployed the first community owned broadband in North Carolina. This forward thinking mindset sparked the g...
May 22, 2024
25 min
IV: Not Your Parent's Farm or Bluetooth with Clay Hine, Business Development Manager at Nordic Semiconductor
While new technologies and tools have long been integral to farm management and food production, urgent concerns around food security drive the development and adoption of smart farming technologies today. Today, agriculture is embracing cutting-edge technologies like Bluetooth and the Internet of Things (IoT) to revolutionize the way we grow crops and raise livestock. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating intersection of low power wireless IoT solutions and agriculture with our gue...
May 6, 2024
33 min
III: Breaking Bureaucracy, Unconventional Paths to Government Innovation with the Information Technology team at the Town of Cary, NC
The key to business is creating a solution to solve your customer’s problem. It is no different for the public sector side. Local government’s primary goal is to serve the needs and interests of the community it represents. In this episode, we explore the intersection of technology and public service with Nicole Coughlin, Chief Information Officer, Justin Sherwood, Assistant Director of IT, and Ted Urbaniak, Systems Administrator from the Town of Cary, NC. Discover how they're revoluti...
Apr 22, 2024
31 min
II: Navigating Change, The Value Driven Pivot with Marcus Aman, Founder & CEO of Bayley
Sometimes in business you have to pivot when the current strategy is not delivering the desired results. In this episode, Marcus Aman, a seasoned entrepreneur and RIoT Accelerator Program (RAP) alum discusses his experiences of when he has had to pivot in launching his own business and the invaluable lessons he had learned along the way to maximize customer value and achieve success. Through real-life examples and practical advice, hear first hand how to embrace pivoting as a strategic tool f...
Apr 8, 2024
24 min
I: 10 Years of Smart City Evolution with Rich Erb, Executive Director at TechConnect
In this episode, take a look back at the past 10 years of smart city evolution, with Rich Erb, Executive Director at TechConnect. Dive into the transformative advancements that have reshaped urban landscapes worldwide. From the nascent stages of IoT integration to the flourishing ecosystem of data-driven decision-making, Rich Erb offers invaluable insights into the key milestones and challenges that have defined the smart city movement. Discover how cities have harnessed emerging technologies...
Feb 23, 2024
27 min
XV: RoGO's Vision of Saving Lives through Technology Innovation with Rod Goossen
Join us as we host a thrilling conversation with Rod Goossen, founder and CEO of RoGO. Rod sheds light on the fascinating way RoGO is employing disruptive technologies to revolutionize wildland firefighting and assist first responders. Inspired by the tragic Yarnale Hillfire incident, Rod embarked on a mission to enhance situational awareness and communication among wildland firefighters. Listen in as he discusses RoGO's cutting-edge technology, offering real-time information, enabling tactic...
Nov 1, 2023
25 min
XIV: A New Era of Emergency Response with Tony Sammarco, Director of Technology Strategy at Device Solutions
In this exciting installment of RIoT Underground, we're joined by Tony Sammarco, the Director of Technology Strategy for Device Solutions, who shares insights into the transformative ATSC 3.0 project. Funded by the Department of Homeland Security, this initiative explores repurposing spectrum for emergency services and promises to enhance emergency communication, particularly in rural areas. Listen in as Tony discusses the successful trial of ATSC 3.0 in the Winterville, NC Fire Station...
Sep 5, 2023
30 min
XIII: Innovation and Academia, SKEMA's Unique Approach to International Education with Thomas Ragot
What if studying abroad could dramatically shape your future in business? In our enlightening chat with Thomas Ragot, the Admissions and Corporate Relations Liaison for SKEMA Business School, you'll discover exactly how. With campus locations spanning five continents, SKEMA fosters an international academic environment, giving students the unique chance to not only earn a degree in partnership with NC State University but also to immerse themselves in a global cultural experience. Thomas shar...
Aug 14, 2023
18 min
XII: Sustainable Agriculture and the Power of Plasma Technology with John Ireland of NTP Technologies
Are you ready to explore the exciting intersection of technology and agriculture, and discover how it's revolutionizing the way we produce and use fertilizers? Join us for an illuminating conversation with John Ireland, founder of NTP Technologies, as he introduces us to the world of non-thermal plasma technology. Learn how John's company is turning the tide by producing sustainable, salt-free nitrate on-site for farmers, challenging the environmentally damaging Haber-Bosch process, and offer...
Aug 4, 2023
26 min
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