Heads In The Cloud

In this episode, David and John talk with Michelle Hyde, founder, and president of The Hyde Group. Michelle uses her extensive experience in voice and data communications to help her clients adapt and unify their communications efforts. Michelle also sits on the board of Cloud Girls, a non-profit organization dedicated to educating members about the technology and dynamics of the cloud ecosystem.

Episode Links:

• Michelle Hyde on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellehyde/
• HYDE GROUP: https://hydegrouponline.com/
• HYDE GROUP on Twitter: https://twitter.com/hydenw

In this episode, Frederick, and John speak with Michael Morey, president, and CEO at BlueBird Network. Gain some history about the dawn of the internet and telecom through Michael's accounts of his 38 years in the industry, beginning with his background at AT&T. The group also discusses what makes BlueBird special, the issues raised in underserved areas during the COVID-19 pandemic, and what our future communications networks will look like in a fully connected world! 

Episode Link

• Michael's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelcmorey/
• BlueBird Website: https://bluebirdnetwork.com/
• BlueBird Network LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bluebird-network/
• BlueBird Network Twitter: https://twitter.com/Bluebird_Net
• BlueBird Network Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bluebirdnetworkLLC/
• StarLink Low Flying Satellite Internet: https://www.starlink.com/ 

In this episode, Frederick, and John speak with Paul R. Ruppert, the founder, and CEO of Global Point View Ltd, a strategy consultancy focused on market entry, revenue growth, corporate alignment, and more. Paul shares his expertise in developing and growing tech companies, his insights into the increase of CPaaS popularity, and much more! Learn about modern & past communications preferences, sales development tactics in tech, apps offering alternatives to traditional voice communication, and even hear what it's like working a role as a Whitehouse advisor!

Show Links:

• Website www.GlobalPointView.com
• Paul's Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulruppertintl/  
• Paul's Twitter: https://twitter.com/paulrruppert
• Paul's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/paul.ruppert888
• Book by Daniel H. Pink: https://www.amazon.com/To-Sell-Is-Human-Daniel-H-Pink-audiobook/dp/B00AE9V9MA/

In this episode, David and John speak with John Grange, Co-Founder, and CTO at OpsCompass, a cloud security, and management company providing improved visibility, security, cost management, and compliance for the multi-cloud world. John shares his expertise as the group discusses the evolving challenges of the cyber security space, Cloud Security Posture Management, the complexities of cloud infrastructure management, and Nebraska's Omaha Steaks & football.

Episode Links

• John Grange LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-grange-190ba652
• John Grange Twitter: https://twitter.com/JMGrange
• OpsCompass Website: https://opscompass.com/
• OpsCompass LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/opscompass/
• OpsCompass Twitter: https://twitter.com/OpsCompass
• OpsCompass Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OpsCompass 

Michelle Accardi, Star2Star's CRO and President, speaks with serial entrepreneur Galina Datskovsky, an internationally respected privacy, compliance, and security expert who is currently a member of the Vaporstream, Inc. board of directors. Michelle and Galina discuss the benefits of mentors in the workplace, the importance of women in STEM, and the advantages & disadvantages of AI. Listen in as Galina shares her inspiring story of how her role models have helped her throughout her life and how each has influenced her and helped her become the professional that she is today. 

Episode Link:

• Galina on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/galina-datskovsky-72953a12/
• Galina on Twitter: https://twitter.com/datga
• Vaporstream, Inc. on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vaporstream-inc-/
• Vaporstream, Inc. on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Vaporstream
• Vaporstream, Inc. on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Vaporstream/
• Michelle Accardi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleaccardi/
• Michelle Accardi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/1marketingmaven
• "The Social Dilemma" on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81254224
• Executive Women's Forum: https://www.ewf-usa.com/
• Executive Women's Forum on Twitter: https://twitter.com/EWFUSA
• Executive Women's Forum on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EWFUSA 

In this episode, Star2Star's CRO and President, Michelle Accardi, speaks with Janet Schijns, CEO of the JS Group to discuss why one in four women are debating leaving the workforce, especially in the midst of the Coronavirus. You'll hear a few of Janet's marvelous suggestions for how to combat the burnout that results from a woman's challenge to balance a career, family, and more. From money managing strategies to tips and tricks for career plans, Michelle and Janet cover a wide range of helpful topics. If you've been having problems with the myth of work-life balance, or even if you're wondering how to succeed, listen in as these two impressive women offer help!

Episode Links

• Janet Schijns on Twitter: https://twitter.com/channelsmart
• Janet Schijns on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janetschijns
• JS Group Website: https://www.jsgnow.com/
• JS Group Twitter: https://twitter.com/JSGNOW
• Michelle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleaccardi/
• Michelle on Twitter: https://twitter.com/1marketingmaven
• Mckinsey Study Mentioned: https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/diversity-and-inclusion/women-in-the-workplace
• Techs World Half Twitter: https://twitter.com/techworldshalf
• Techs World Half Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/526726030820867/

In this episode, Star2Star's CRO and President, Michelle Accardi, interviews Nancy Ridge, Founder & President of Ridge Innovative. Listen to this enlightening episode and discover how these impressive women combat imposter syndrome in their own lives and hear their tips to overcome it. You'll learn the causes and effects of Imposter Syndrome as well as find out how to use criticism to make you better, not to hold you back. Lean in and continue exploring the discussion about how Imposter Syndrome is disproportionately affecting more high performers, especially women.

Show Links

• Nancy Ridge on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancy-ridge-085988a/
• Nancy Ridge on Twitter: https://twitter.com/nancy_ridge
• Ridge Innovative: https://ridgeinnovative.com/
• Ridge Innovative on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ridgeinnovative/
• "Mindset" by Dr. Carol Dweck https://ridgeinnovative.com/reece-akhtar-phd-deeper-signals-building-self-awareness-with-ai-season-1-ep8/
• Michelle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleaccardi/
• Michelle on Twitter: https://twitter.com/1marketingmaven

In this episode, Michelle Accardi interviews Meredith Caram, the Chief Revenue Officer of the JS Group, and explores the topic of women moving up the career ladder and what it takes for them to get to the top. With less than a quarter of women holding senior roles in the C-suite, Michelle and Meredith share wisdom to help encourage and enable more women to dodge stereotypes, grow skills, make professional relationships, and champion the executive office!

Episode Links:

• Meredith LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithcaram/
• Meredith Twitter: https://twitter.com/ignitecaram
• Michelle LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleaccardi/
• Michelle’s Book -  Significant Women: Leaders Reveal What Matters Most https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0927YG1FH
• Michelle Twitter: https://twitter.com/1marketingmaven 
• JS Group Website: https://www.jsgnow.com/
• JS Group Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jsgnow/
• JS Group LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/jsgnow/
• JS Group Twitter: https://twitter.com/JSGNOW

In this episode, Michelle Accardi speaks with Michelle Ragusa-McBain, Global Lead and Channel Evangelist for MSP and XaaS at Cisco. At the time of this recording, she was the VP of Global Channel and Digital Strategy at JS Group. With shared parallels in career paths, passions, parenthood, and (possibly) both measuring up to just under 5 feet tall, Michelle and Michelle share the truths they’ve uncovered amidst their busy lives. As they make time to lead companies and devote time to families, uncover how women in the technology industry manage so-called “work-life balance” and what this balance looks like today.

Episode Links:

• JS Group Website: https://www.jsgnow.com/
• JS Group Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jsgnow/
• JS Group LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/jsgnow/
• JS Group Twitter: https://twitter.com/JSGNOW
• Michelle Ragusa-McBain LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleragusamcbain/
• Michelle Ragusa-McBain Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichelleRagusa
• Michelle Accardi's Book -  Significant Women: Leaders Reveal What Matters Most https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0927YG1FH
• LinkedIn (Michelle Accardi): https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleaccardi/
• Twitter (Michelle Accardi): https://twitter.com/1marketingmaven 

In this episode, Frederick and John welcome back Pattie Grimm, owner, president, and CEO of Advantage Training. Dive into the 4 R's of leadership, explore diversity, and discover how the COVID-19 pandemic shutdowns have updated leadership styles throughout the world. Along the way, you'll also get some tips to combat remote work fatigue, learn some pointers for ensuring inclusivity, and you'll hear the announcement of Pattie's upcoming book title and focus!

Episode Links

• Advantage Training website: https://advantage-training.com/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/pattie_grimm
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pattie-grimm/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womenkickingglass2/
• $10 Copy of Pattie's book Quiet Women Never Changed History!: http://womenkickingglass.com/book

In this episode, Star2Star's CRO and President, Michelle Accardi, continues the discussion about the importance of mentorship as she interviews her own mentor, George Fischer, who has helped her grow since her early days at CA Technologies. George Fischer, former President of Global Enterprise at Verizon, shares just how deeply beneficial mentorships can be for everyone in building high-performance teams, creating confidence, and especially in helping more women gain leading roles. Learn how George got started in role modeling and coaching, his views on the importance of men and women learning from each other, and the value of honest group feedback.

Episode links:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgejfischer/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/candidGJF
• Michelle's Book -  Significant Women: Leaders Reveal What Matters Most https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0927YG1FH
• LinkedIn (Michelle): https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleaccardi/
• Twitter (Michelle): https://twitter.com/1marketingmaven 

In this episode, Star2Star's President and CRO Michelle Accardi, discusses why mentorship matters with Joanne Moretti, CMO & Board member of DecisionLink and Founder & CEO of JCurve Digital. Joanne shares her story of discovering the value of mentorship, as well as outlines what you should look for in a mentor and how companies can foster an environment that encourages mentorship. Learn how forming your own "board of directors" council can help grow your career!

Episode Links:

• LinkedIn (Joanne): https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannemoretti/
• Twitter (Joanne): https://twitter.com/JoannMoretti
• Website (JCurve Digital): https://jcurvedigital.com/
• LinkedIn (JCurve Digital): https://www.linkedin.com/company/jcurve-digital/
• Facebook (JCurve Digital): https://www.facebook.com/jcurvedigital/
• LinkedIn (DecisionLink): https://www.linkedin.com/company/decisionlink/
• Facebook (DecisionLink): https://www.facebook.com/DecisionLink/
• Twitter (DecisionLink): https://twitter.com/decisionlink
• Website (DecisionLink): https://www.decisionlink.com/ 

In this episode, we introduce the first show in a special series featuring Star2Star's President and CRO Michelle Accardi, focusing on women in technology.  Michelle interviews Pattie Grimm, the President, and CEO of Advantage Training for an in-depth discussion about imposter syndrome. Pattie shares what imposter syndrome is, how to identify it, and how to overcome this unconscious bias that has been found to affect high-performers, especially women. 

Show Links:

• $10 Copy of Pattie's book Quiet Women Never Changed History! http://womenkickingglass.com/book
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/pattie_grimm
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pattie-grimm/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womenkickingglass2/
• Advantage Training website: https://advantage-training.com/

In this episode, David and John speak with Steve Womer, VP of Customer and Solutions Engineering at Interface Systems, a 13-year Star2Star partner. Steve shares stories learned through 26 years in business with roots in security integration that blossomed into a full-scale solution. Explore various use cases from retail, food services, and more industries as they've adapted to the COVID-19 landscape and learn how consumer behaviors are shaping the way businesses are communicating.

Show Links:

• LinkedIn (Steve): https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenmichael-99/
• Website: https://interfacesystems.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/interfacesystems/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/interface_sys
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InterfaceSystems/ 

In this episode, David and Frederick get to chat with Shahar Milman, VP Business Development at Galooli Group, a leading innovator of remote management Industrial IoT solutions. From exciting tales of real-life burglaries to managing and monitoring solar energy for maximum efficiency, Shahar Milman shares various issues that the Galooli Groups' solutions have solved. Discover how remote monitoring helps companies use data to make the best decisions and even improve their carbon footprint.

Show Links

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shahar-milman-974a5718/
• Website: http://www.galooli.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/galooli/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/galooligroup
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GalooliGroup 

In this episode, David and John speak with Dan Ziegler, Transformation Advisor and founder of The Daniel Ziegler.co, an organization specializing in Unified-Communications-as-a-Culture. During their discussion, Dan covers how he approaches team integration within businesses, how the COVID-19 virus and security issues share a common denominator, and how the culture and approach to adopting a cloud strategy is highly important for boosting performance, profitability, and productivity! Join us and hear a little about Daniel's free 1-hour course "Everyone Communicates But Few Connect" for the perfect encore! 

Show Links:

• Website: https://www.danielziegler.co/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/daniel-ziegler-co/
• Daniel’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danziegler1/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danielziegler.co
• Free 1 hour virtual course on Everyone Communicates, Few Connect https://danielzieglerco.leadingthebest.com/CL0002

In this episode, David and John welcome back Zeus Kerravala, Founder and Principal Analyst at ZK Research, for the third time by popular demand! Listen as Zeus provides information on the industry's most buzz-worthy topics, get answers to questions about workforce management, find out some of UCaaS's major players' growth strategies, and catch up on the current disruptors in the industry! Join us and challenge the statements that are popping up in the news and hear Zeus's expert take on it all!

Show Links

• LinkedIn (Zeus): https://www.linkedin.com/in/zkerravala/
• Twitter (Zeus): https://twitter.com/zkerravala
• Website: https://zkresearch.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/zkresearch/

In this episode, David and John are joined once more by Heads In The Cloud's own Graham Potter as they congratulate him on his retirement. Listen in to hear Graham's full story of what brought him to Star2Star and his array of expertise. You'll also be taken on a tour of voice communications' journey and see how much has changed over time, as well as rapidly over 2020 alone. Ponder with us over which form of communication is most critical (voice, text, or visual) and decide which you'd want if you could just have one!

Show Links

• LinkedIn (Graham): https://www.linkedin.com/in/graham-potter-058464/
• Twitter (Graham): https://twitter.com/grahampotteruk
• Website: https://www.star2star.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/star2star-communications-llc
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/Star2Star
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Star2StarCommunications
• About System Y: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/System_Y
• About Monarch Call Connect System:  https://sites.google.com/site/monarchcallconnectsystem/monarch-120-a-new-digital-pabx
• About PABX switching systems:  https://www.britishtelephones.com/ericsson/plesseycdss1.htm

In this episode, David and John interview Janet Schijns, CEO of JS Group, a Top 10 Women in Tech honoree, and 2019 Channel Influencer of the Year, to learn what it takes to grow sales through social media channels in 2020. Analyze how the digital landscape has skyrocketed, hear the best practices for connecting with prospects and sharing content on social media, discover your Social Selling Index score, and harness some new skills and resources to boost your online presence! Hangout to the end for some fun celebrating Mandalorian Day and Janet's birthday.

Show Links

• LinkedIn (JS Group): https://www.linkedin.com/company/jsgnow/
• Twitter (JS Group): https://twitter.com/JSGNOW
• Facebook (JS Group): https://www.facebook.com/jsgnow
• Website (JS Group): https://www.jsgnow.com/
• LinkedIn (Janet): https://www.linkedin.com/in/janetschijns/
• Facebook (Janet): https://www.facebook.com/janet.schijns
• Twitter (Janet): https://twitter.com/channelsmart
• Linkedin Social Selling Index score: https://www.linkedin.com/sales/ssi

In this episode, David and John chat with the whole RE-INVIG posse! This show welcomes the most guests hosted to date by starring Ryan Ybarra, RE-INVIG's founder,  Anil Sohani, Sr. Channel Account Executive, Craig Sweasy, Vice President of Sales, and Dan Ziegler, Enterprise Account Manager. During this friendly conversation with this technology consultant and Star2Star partner's team, you'll pick up cloud transformation insights and opportunities for the Legal, Insurance, Education, and Healthcare industries. See how remote work is working out for these verticals and learn what technology is paving the way for current and future success!

Show Links

• Website (RE-INVIG): https://re-invig.com/
• LinkedIn (RE-INVIG): https://www.linkedin.com/company/re-invig/
• Twitter (RE-INVIG): https://twitter.com/RE_INVIG
• Facebook (RE-INVIG): https://www.facebook.com/re.invig/
• LinkedIn (Ryan's): https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanybarra/
• Twitter (Ryan's): https://twitter.com/RyanYbarra
• LinkedIn (Anil's): https://www.linkedin.com/in/aniljsohani/
• Twitter (Anil's): https://twitter.com/TheAnilSohani
• LinkedIn (Dan's): https://www.linkedin.com/in/danziegler1/
• LinkedIn (Craig's): https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-sweasy-a485b49b/