In this episode, host JC Granger talks with Conor McGowan-Smyth, CEO of Brava Solutions — a fast-growing MSP and telco-backed IT provider operating across Latin America, the Caribbean, and select U.S. markets. Conor shares how Brava is scaling its hybrid cloud, connectivity, and cybersecurity services to support businesses in underserved regions that often lack dedicated IT teams.

The conversation dives into Brava’s unique telco roots, its channel partner strategy for U.S. expansion, and how it’s simplifying complex tech for mid-market companies. Conor also explores how AI, data sovereignty, and evolving cyber threats are reshaping the managed services landscape.

If you’re interested in the future of IT infrastructure, cross-border tech strategy, or building trust in emerging markets — this episode is for you.

In this episode, host JC Granger sits down with John Cheng, founder and CEO of PlayAbly — a gamification platform that’s redefining the online shopping experience through personalized, shoppable games powered by AI.

Born from a team of ex-Unity veterans, PlayAbly blends behavioral science, AI personalization, and interactive design to help e-commerce brands boost engagement, loyalty, and sales — all without relying on discounts. From swipe-to-shop denim quizzes to leaderboard-driven product discovery, PlayAbly transforms static storefronts into playful, memory-making brand destinations.

John shares how he went from Wall Street to the gaming industry — and ultimately launched PlayAbly as a way to rescue beloved brands struggling to compete in a crowded, transactional retail landscape. The conversation explores the psychology behind gamified commerce, the challenge of educating a market on an entirely new approach, and how PlayAbly’s model is helping brands thrive in a world where attention is scarce and loyalty is everything.

If you’re curious about the future of e-commerce, customer engagement, or how gaming mechanics can drive real-world business results — this episode delivers a fresh, founder-led take on the intersection of play and purchase.

In this episode, host JC Granger talks with Ian Singer, President and CEO of LibraryPass, is redefining how students and libraries access digital reading materials — without the waitlists, licenses, or pricing hurdles that have held the industry back.

LibraryPass offers a unique unlimited-use, simultaneous-access model that gives schools, libraries, and universities affordable access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, and educational titles. Whether it’s summer reading programs, classroom engagement, or supporting ESL and remedial readers in community colleges, LibraryPass meets readers where they are — and gives educators full control over curation, privacy, and content preferences.

Ian shares how he took over a struggling company just before the pandemic and turned it into a fast-growing edtech platform on track to hit $4M in ARR. He breaks down how LibraryPass fits into the larger funding and policy shifts in education, why visual storytelling is so powerful for student engagement, and what it takes to scale a library tech business without compromising on access or ethics.

If you're interested in edtech, digital publishing, or how one company is reviving reading through comics and inclusive access, this episode is a must-listen.

In this episode, host JC Granger chats with Dan Thomson, founder and CEO of Sensay — an AI company on a mission to make your knowledge last forever through intelligent digital replicas that think, speak, and solve problems like you do.

Sensay helps individuals and businesses turn their expertise into living assets. By capturing how people communicate, make decisions, and approach challenges, Sensay’s replicas serve as 24/7 digital extensions — powering everything from sales and support to onboarding and coaching. Whether you're preserving the voice of a retiring executive, scaling the presence of your top performer, or creating your own monetizable AI persona, Sensay is making it possible to evolve your knowledge beyond yourself.

Dan shares the deeply personal story that inspired the company, how philosophy and technology intersect in their work, and why Sensay is built around empathy, ethics, and empowerment — not replacement. From legacy-building to licensing your own AI self, this episode dives into a bold vision of the future where human potential doesn’t disappear — it multiplies.

AI Replicas If you're curious about digital immortality, AI-driven knowledge transfer, or the future of meaningful human-AI collaboration, this conversation is one you won't forget.

In this episode, host JC Granger interviews Josh Snyder, Partner and VP of Sales at FieldApps.ai — the AI-powered platform revolutionizing how custom software is built, delivered, and maintained.

FieldApps.ai is eliminating the traditional barriers to software development by turning conversations — yes, just conversations — into working prototypes within hours. Designed for field teams and built with zero human coding, their AI-powered system creates custom enterprise applications faster, smarter, and more affordably than ever before. From legacy software replacements to fully automated operational dashboards, FieldApps.ai helps companies cut complexity, reduce technical debt, and stay competitive in real time.

Josh shares how FieldApps.ai is empowering creatives and operators alike to bring ideas to life without the time, cost, or headache of traditional dev cycles. He also dives into the realities of selling in a noisy AI market, the shift from code-driven to outcome-driven innovation, and why the future belongs to those who move fast — not just those who build.

If you’re curious about AI-driven software, no-code innovation, or how tools like FieldApps.ai are giving non-coders a real shot at disrupting entire industries, this episode is for you.

In this episode, host JC Granger chats with Gary Ross, the COO of Union — the only hospitality-focused operating system built specifically for high-volume bars and restaurants.

Union is transforming the guest experience by eliminating service bottlenecks and unlocking new ways for venues to serve faster, smarter, and more profitably. With guest-led ordering, NFC-powered table service, and real-time data flowing through every transaction, Union helps venues boost efficiency and increase revenue — often by as much as 28%. Beyond the tech, Union gives operators the tools to personalize service, recognize VIPs, and make every customer feel like a regular, all while making staff jobs easier and more rewarding.

Gary shares how Union is not only reshaping the way bars operate, but also giving brands and marketers a direct, measurable way to engage with consumers in-venue — something that’s long been missing in the industry. He also discusses the challenges of scaling in a traditionally analog sector, the importance of staff adoption, and how Union’s growth is now outpacing onboarding capacity.

If you’re interested in hospitality tech, smart service models, or how data and design are colliding to reinvent the bar experience, this episode offers a firsthand look at how Union is bringing a Vegas-style guest experience to bars.

In this episode, host JC Granger sits down with Sufiyan Ishaq, founder and CEO of CloudHire — an AI-powered global talent marketplace that’s transforming how companies find, vet, and hire top candidates in record time.

CloudHire offers a radically efficient hiring experience by combining behavioral screening, technical assessments, and government-verified identity checks to deliver triple-verified talent profiles. With a growing database of over 22 million candidates worldwide, the platform enables hiring teams to cut recruitment time down to as little as 48 hours — all while maintaining a high standard of trust, quality, and data integrity.

Sufiyan shares how he bootstrapped CloudHire from a personal outsourcing experiment into a rapidly scaling global platform used by companies across industries. The conversation explores the future of AI in recruitment, the challenge of managing fast growth from both the product and people side, and why CloudHire is uniquely positioned to bridge the global gap between skill and opportunity.

If you’re interested in the intersection of AI, hiring, and global workforce access — or you want to hear how one founder is reimagining recruitment at scale — this episode offers a sharp and timely perspective on the future of hiring.

In this episode of The Future of BizTech, host JC Granger sits down with Matthew Veley, CEO of CellTeks, a company redefining wireless connectivity in places where signal is notoriously unreliable. From oil fields and high-rises to rural homes and military bases, CellTeks specializes in solving the connectivity problems that major carriers ignore—delivering custom signal-boosting solutions across the U.S.

Matthew shares his unconventional path from the service industry to leading one of the few companies certified to engineer and install advanced RF systems, including Starlink integrations and public safety communication networks. He explains why 5G isn’t what most people think it is, how CellTeks pivoted during COVID to survive the collapse of commercial demand, and why the next phase of wireless will require human grit as much as cutting-edge tech.

The conversation also explores the challenges of scaling a niche tech business, educating an unaware market, and navigating the future of connectivity—from augmented reality to smart cities. If you're into field tech, infrastructure innovation, or the real-world edge of 5G and Starlink, this episode is a must-listen.