Above the clouds: the podcast

Welcome to the last episode of 'Above the Clouds.' Our guest, Jez Back, is one the industries leading specialists in FinOps, currently at Capgemini Invent, bringing over two decades of experience in the tech industry. With a background that spans military service to tech leadership, Jez is a unique blend of discipline and innovation. Join us as we dive deep into cloud economics, sustainability, and the ever-evolving world of Ops. Get ready to expand and optimise your cloud horizons! MEET JEZ BACK. Jez, our cloud economics guru for this episode. With a career spanning multiple industries and a knack for translating business requirements into real-world solutions, Jez is a pioneering, commercially astute leader. He's certified in various methodologies like FinOps, TBM, Agile, ITIL, and Six Sigma, and his passion lies in delivering transformative leadership and technology-enabled business change. As a renowned cloud computing analyst, commentator, author, and TV host, Jez is also the mastermind behind 'The Cloud Show.' Join us as we delve into cloud cost management, digital transformation, and innovative cloud computing strategies with this seasoned thought leader.

This time on Above the Clouds, we're joined by Simon Adler, a seasoned tech professional with over two decades of experience in the world of Big Data. As the Senior Director of Solution Engineering at Pyramid Analytics, Simon brings a wealth of knowledge in SaaS and Pre-Sales, making him the perfect co-pilot for today's journey. Join us as we explore cutting-edge concepts like Augmented Analytics, SuperCloud, and Data Mesh, it's time to take your tech knowledge to new heights! MEET SIMON ADLER Simon is known for his outstanding track record in revenue growth, team leadership, and strategic planning in a competitive market. Simon's expertise spans SaaS, pre-sales, product management, and more, with a strong focus on industries like Pharma, Oil & Gas, and Finance. With an extensive global network and a passion for innovation, Simon continues to drive success through effective storytelling. To get in touch, contact [email protected]

We're back with episode five and we’re thrilled to be speaking with the very knowledgeable Ricardo Moreira, Principal DevOps Manager at Vodafone (Business Digital Channels). Ricardo brings a wealth of experience in DevOps, DevEx and Cloud management. Through his brilliant Supercar analogies, he'll be sharing his insights, thoughts, and ratings on some of the hottest trends and buzzwords in the tech industry. Join us as we soar Above the Clouds and explore topics like Cloud Optimization, Web-3, and Cloud Agnosticism. It's a captivating conversation you won't want to miss! ​About Ricardo Moreira With over a decade at telecom giant Vodafone, Ricardo's journey spans from software development to leading their DevOps function. An experienced DevOps leader and established keynote speaker at industry events such as Cloud Expo Europe and DevOps Live, delivering talks on Diversity and the power of High-Performing DevOps Teams. Ricardo brings a wealth of experience and knowledge with him to the Podcast, not just on tech, but how to best enable technologists. To speak to Dan, please drop an email at [email protected]

For episode 4, get ready to be inspired and enlightened as we soar through the clouds of innovation with Will Venters, Associate Professor of Digital Innovation at The London School of Economics (LSE) on "Above the Clouds"! As a captivating speaker, prolific writer, and sought-after thought leader, he'll be sharing insights from his blog; binaryblurring.com, and discussing hot topics like Large Language Models, Data Sovereignty, and Hyper-Automation. WHO IS WILL VENTERS? Will brings valuable insights into the latest trends in the industry through his research across AI and Cloud Computing. He is highly regarded for his briefings to European governments and numerous company executives, offering invaluable guidance in IT strategy and digital transformation. His academic background includes a first-class degree in computer science and a Ph.D. in information systems, and his research has been published in esteemed journals, and he is referenced and quoted in media outlets such as Forbes, the BBC, and FT. To speak to our host; Dan Humphreys, please drop an email at [email protected]

Get ready for an exciting and informative episode of our podcast as we take our show on the road for the very first time! In this special edition, we have not one, but two incredible guests joining us - Bonnie Adams and Rob McCargow. Together, we delve into the crucial and interconnected topics of Regulation, Hybrid-Cloud, and Diversity & Inclusion. You won't want to miss this insightful discussion that will leave you feeling empowered and informed. ABOUT OUR EPISODE GUESTS: We have the pleasure of speaking with Bonnie Adams, Cloud Transformation Director for Financial Services and Women in Cloud Leader, and her esteemed colleague Rob McCargow, a Technology Impact Leader at PwC UK and a leading voice in the world of AI. With decades of experience in professional services between them they have been at the forefront of the development and application of Cloud and AI technologies across a wide range of industries. To speak to our host; Dan, please drop an email at [email protected]

We return for a second episode of Above the Clouds to talk with Tim Busfield from Jaguar Land Rover. We cover the role of AI and how it can help make decisions on design and functionality, the importance of data literacy in modern society and business, and the ins and outs of multi-cloud environments. Strap in and take the wheel as we navigate the twists and turns of the cloud industry, with insights that will rev up and accelerate your cloud and data knowledge. Tim is a seasoned Data Engineering Manager and Data Science expert with over a decade of experience in the industry, currently working at Jaguar Land Rover. He specializes in developing and deploying advanced analytics solutions to support the end-to-end data pipeline. With a passion for innovation and problem-solving, Tim plays a critical role in driving data-led decision making across the organization.

We are thrilled to have Ryan Kirk of Formula 1 as our first guest. In today's episode, we'll be discussing the latest trends and buzzwords in the cloud industry, from AI and Kubernetes to cloud security and sustainability. So sit back, relax, and join us as we take you on a lap around the exciting world of cloud technology. Ryan is the Lead Cloud & DevOps Architect and Cloud Team Manager for Formula 1, where he is responsible for designing and delivering cloud-based solutions that help drive innovation and performance across the world's most exciting racing series.