Heartbeat: Tactical Insights for CIOs
Heartbeat: Tactical Insights for CIOs is your essential guide to mastering enterprise technology leadership. In every episode, we engage in candid, thought-provoking conversations with top CIOs and IT visionaries, uncovering the strategies, challenges, and game-changing innovations driving digital transformation today. From harnessing AI and cloud technologies to orchestrating large-scale organizational change, Heartbeat cuts through the noise to deliver real-world insights that shape the future of IT leadership. Whether you’re optimizing IT-business alignment, navigating next-gen solutions, or future-proofing your technology strategy, this podcast equips you with the actionable intelligence and foresight needed to stay ahead. Stay connected to the pulse of innovation—because the future of enterprise IT starts here.
Episodes

Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
Driving Digital Transformation and Customer Value with Greg Killstrom
Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
In this episode of 'Heartbeat Tactical Insights for CIOs,' host Michael Sommer speaks with Greg Killstrom, a marketing thought leader, consultant, and author of over 20 books. Greg, who has guided Fortune 1000 brands such as Adidas, FedEx, HP, and Coca-Cola, discusses his journey from product designer to marketing technology expert. He emphasizes the importance of creating customer value, the convergence of marketing and technology, and the critical role of data. Greg shares insights on overcoming operational challenges, implementing AI, and fostering partnerships between CMOs and CIOs for successful digital transformation. Tune in to learn about actionable strategies for marketing and IT professionals looking to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape.

Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
Transforming IT Leadership: An Interview with Deepak Sachdeva
Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
In this episode of Heartbeat: Tactical Insights for CIOs, host Michael Sommer speaks with Deepak Sachdeva, a veteran CIO/CTO with 20+ years of experience. Deepak shares insights on aligning technology with business needs, data governance, and digital transformation. He offers actionable strategies for reducing technical debt, fostering collaboration, and driving innovation to create lasting business value.