Podcasts

Brian Aagaard, Founder of Cooperhawk Business Brokers, is a seasoned professional with decades of experience across both corporate and privately held companies. After a long and successful career in the corporate and private sector world and having spent the last 10 years with one of Minnesota's leading business brokerages, Brian launched Cooperhawk to bring a personal, relationship-driven approach to business brokerage — one that prioritizes integrity, transparency, and the success of Main Street business owners. While its foundation is rooted in Main Street businesses, Cooperhawk also has the expertise to guide more complex transactions, reflecting a forward-looking vision for sustainable growth in the evolving business marketplace.

Genady Chybranov is at the helm of Sigma Software's dedicated Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) Centre of Excellence, where he leads a specialized team equipped with deep domain expertise in financial services. The Centre of Excellence excels in practically implementing complex technology transformation programs within the industry, ensuring our clients achieve their strategic objectives effectively. With over two decades of experience in technology-driven transformation, Genady has honed a particular focus on data and AI.

Eightfold AI, which many companies use as they screen job candidates, is being accused of gathering information about applicants without their consent.

TextNow's VP of people and culture shares how empowering employees with offerings has led to better retention and performance.

Gina Downs does the blocking and tackling for retired athletes and their families when it comes to accessing medical and behavioral healthcare.

HR and benefit leaders are being asked to be more tech savvy as part of their roles.

Leaders who create a more educated, accepting workplace culture have a better chance of retaining critical female talent.