Technical Leadership Talks

In today’s episode, we are featuring Bharath Oruganti, the Chief Transformation Officer at ServiceNow. The audio you will hear is from Texas A&M’s Master of Engineering Technical Management’s Executive Leadership Speaker Series. At this series, Bharath spoke to METM students about his leadership journey and provided insights and advice to help guide students as they navigate their current and future leadership roles. Portions of this audio have been redacted to protect individual privacy.Technical Leadership Talks is brought to you by Texas A&M University's Master of Engineering Technical Management, a program that equips working technical professionals for the next step in their careers. 

Can AI protect chickens from aerial predators?METM alumnus John Daughtridge set out to answer that question through his Capstone Project: SKYGUARD, an open-source AI-powered raptor detection system. In this episode, John shares the story behind the project, how the technology works, the challenges of building an AI solution from the ground up, and the real-world impact it could have for small-scale farmers. He also reflects on the lessons he learned during his METM Capstone and how the experience shaped his approach to technical leadership and innovation.Technical Leadership Talks is brought to you by Texas A&M University's Master of Engineering Technical Management, a program that equips working technical professionals for the next step in their careers. 

In this alumni spotlight, we sit down with Don Sweat, Operations Readiness Engineer at Shell and Master of Engineering Technical Management alumnus. Don reflects on what motivated him to pursue METM, how he balanced the demands of work, life, and graduate school, and the ways the program shaped his leadership style and approach to teamwork. He also shares valuable advice for professionals stepping into leadership roles and why he believes METM is a worthwhile investment for career growth.Technical Leadership Talks is brought to you by Texas A&M University's Master of Engineering Technical Management, a program that equips working technical professionals for the next step in their careers. 

In today's podcast episode, we are joined by Sara Sanders, METM Class of 2023. Sara reflects on her experience in Texas A&M's Master of Engineering Technical Management program — from navigating the demands of school alongside a full-time career, to growing alongside professionals from across industries, to developing the emotional intelligence that shapes how she leads today.Technical Leadership Talks is brought to you by Texas A&M University's Master of Engineering Technical Management, a program that equips working technical professionals for the next step in their careers. 

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Sunshine Webster, director of Texas A&M’s Master of Engineering Technical Management (METM) program, to discuss where METM is today and where it’s headed. Dr. Webster shares her vision for the future of the program, how METM continues to evolve alongside industry and technology, and the skills today’s technical professionals need to lead in an increasingly complex world. Technical Leadership Talks is brought to you by Texas A&M University's Master of Engineering Technical Management, a program that equips working technical professionals for the next step in their careers. 

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ben Zoghi, founder of Texas A&M’s Master of Engineering Technical Management (METM) program, to explore how METM began and why it was created. Dr. Zoghi shares the industry needs that inspired the program, the leadership gaps he saw in traditional engineering education, and the vision behind METM’s focus on technical leadership, emotional intelligence, and real-world application. Technical Leadership Talks is brought to you by Texas A&M University's Master of Engineering Technical Management, a program that equips working technical professionals for the next step in their careers. 

In today’s episode, we are featuring Austin Gary, a Senior Project Manager at STRUCTURAL. We discuss how leaders can strengthen workplace culture while navigating the differing management styles of multiple generations. Listeners will learn practical strategies for bridging these gaps, improving communication, and leading unified, high-trust teams.Technical Leadership Talks is brought to you by Texas A&M University's Master of Engineering Technical Management, a program that equips working technical professionals for the next step in their careers. 

In this episode, we sit down with Teena Redhorse, Founder and CEO of Redhorse Engineering. Teena shares her journey of launching her own company—from the courage it took to take the leap, to the challenges, rewards, and leadership lessons she’s gained along the way.Visit Redhorse Engineering's website at this link. Technical Leadership Talks is brought to you by Texas A&M University's Master of Engineering Technical Management, a program that equips working technical professionals for the next step in their careers. 

In this episode, we sit down with Christopher Jimenez—combat veteran, engineer, and founder and coach at EQ-Discovery. Chris shares his personal journey from military service to engineering and entrepreneurship, revealing how emotional intelligence has been a guiding force along the way. Through his story, we explore how EQ can help us navigate life’s toughest challenges, strengthen leadership, and create resilience in both career and personal growth.To learn more about Chris’s work and coaching, visit EQ-Discovery.Technical Leadership Talks is brought to you by Texas A&M University's Master of Engineering Technical Management, a program that equips working technical professionals for the next step in their careers. 

In today’s episode, we are featuring Rafael Patron, the Plant Senior Director at Tenaris. The audio you will hear is from Texas A&M’s Master of Engineering Technical Management’s Executive Leadership Speaker Series. At this series, Rafael spoke to METM students about his leadership journey and provided insights and advice to help guide students as they navigate their current and future leadership roles. Technical Leadership Talks is brought to you by Texas A&M University's Master of Engineering Technical Management, a program that equips working technical professionals for the next step in their careers.