AZ TechCast
Welcome to AZ TechCast, brought to you by the Arizona Technology Council and sponsored by PADT. With your Hosts, Steve Zylstra and Eric Miller. AZ TechCast is dedicated to covering innovation and technology in Arizona and Beyond. We invite leading experts to have real conversations about what is happening in the tech sector across Arizona. From innovative startups to regional news, companies, and emerging technologies, AZ TechCast covers the critical issues and economic trends propelling the state’s growing tech ecosystem.
Episodes

Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
Tech & Government: Behind the Scenes with Local Business Leaders E50
Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
Tech & Government: Behind the Scenes with Local Business Leaders E50 In the 50th episode of Az TechCast, Karen Nowicki and Paisley Coxsey host a discussion on government contracting with Lisa Rehurek, Jenny Servo, and Sonia Vohnout, highlighting the nuances of state and local contracts, SBIR, and STTR programs. Lisa, Jenny, and Sonia stress the […] The post Tech & Government: Behind the Scenes with Local Business Leaders E50 appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Thursday May 02, 2024
Empowering Tomorrow: Green Banks, Resiliency and the Energy Transition E49
Thursday May 02, 2024
Thursday May 02, 2024
Empowering Tomorrow: Green Banks, Resiliency and the Energy Transition E49 In this episode of AZ TechCast, Karen Nowicki and Steve Zylstra explore Arizona's energy landscape with Earl Collins, Dre Thompson, and Maren Mahoney, highlighting collaborations between public and private sectors and tribal communities. They discuss the fusion of private investment and public funding to drive […] The post Empowering Tomorrow: Green Banks, Resiliency and the Energy Transition E49 appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Wednesday Apr 10, 2024
Workforce Development: From Education to International Innovation E48
Wednesday Apr 10, 2024
Wednesday Apr 10, 2024
Workforce Development: From Education to International Innovation E48 In this episode of AZ TechCast, hosts Karen Nowicki and Leslie Marquez engage in a dynamic conversation with a panel of experts representing organizations like the PMI Phoenix Chapter, Proctorio Inc., Digitanity, and Pipeline AZ. Together, they dive into the intricacies of workforce development, exploring strategies to […] The post Workforce Development: From Education to International Innovation E48 appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
AI-Powered Marketing: Ethics, Efficiency, and Innovation E47
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
AI-Powered Marketing: Ethics, Efficiency, and Innovation E47 The latest episode of AZ TechCast hosted by Steve Zylstra and Karen Nowicki, explores AI's impact on marketing with guests Stephen Carradini from ASU, Renee Yeager from Yeager Marketing, and Spencer Lee from Intero Digital, emphasizing ethical considerations and regulatory challenges. Spencer and Stephen predict significant changes in […] The post AI-Powered Marketing: Ethics, Efficiency, and Innovation E47 appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
Navigating Leadership: Insights from Industry Pros E46
Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
Wednesday Jan 31, 2024
Navigating Leadership: Insights from Industry Pros E46 This dynamic podcast interview, hosted by Karen Nowicki and Steven Zylstra, featured esteemed guests Victor Assad from Strategic HR Consulting; Carol Stewart from Tech Parks Arizona and Art Taylor from PayPal. These leaders engaged in a comprehensive exploration of effective leadership in the rapidly evolving tech landscape. The […] The post Navigating Leadership: Insights from Industry Pros E46 appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Thursday Dec 21, 2023
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
Bytes and Borders: Navigating AI, Cybersecurity, Quantum Computing & Global Trade E45 In this episode of AZ TechCast, hosts Karen Nowicki and Steve Zylstra lead a dynamic discussion with guests Mayor Ciprian Ciucu of Bucharest, Cristian Bacanu from the Romanian Parliament, and Representative David Cook. The conversation spans AI, cybersecurity, quantum computing, and international trade, […] The post Bytes and Borders: Navigating AI, Cybersecurity, Quantum Computing & Global Trade E45 appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Monday Nov 27, 2023
Shining Bright in the Desert: Solar Energy in Arizona E44
Monday Nov 27, 2023
Monday Nov 27, 2023
Shining Bright in the Desert: Solar Energy in Arizona E44 With over 300 sunny days per year, it's no secret that Arizona has plenty of sunshine. Overall, Arizona ranks second in the nation in solar energy potential and ranks among the top five states in the nation in total solar-powered generating capacity from both utility- […] The post Shining Bright in the Desert: Solar Energy in Arizona E44 appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Monday Nov 06, 2023
Connecting Worlds: Bridging the Digital Divide with Broadband E43
Monday Nov 06, 2023
Monday Nov 06, 2023
Connecting Worlds: Bridging the Digital Divide with Broadband E43 Arizona's Rural Broadband Initiative endeavors to expand broadband services in underserved rural areas across the state. The initiative envisions a future where every Arizonan, regardless of their location, is empowered by high-speed internet, breaking barriers and fostering a more inclusive and connected society. The October 2023 […] The post Connecting Worlds: Bridging the Digital Divide with Broadband E43 appeared first on Business RadioX ®.