Last Monday, I had the opportunity to join Doug Wagner on WMT 600 AM Radio to talk through what I wrote about in this newsletter last week: your 2026 Tech Roadmap—what it is, why it matters, and how to approach it with clarity instead...
As we approach the end of 2025, many smart business people are thinking about the year ahead. In my work with clients—and from watching how organizations respond to the rapid pace of technology—it’s become clear that the challenge isn’t a lack of ide...
Throughout the Fall—at MAICON, our IA•AI meetup, and dozens of conversations with leaders—one pattern kept surfacing: businesses want to use AI, but very few are actually ready to get value from it.The issue isn’t tools or talent. It’s readiness—the...
If you’ve been to a great events lately, you know the feeling: a flood of ideas, a notebook full of insights, and the motivation to rethink everything. But once you get home, the momentum fades, and the day-to-day rush takes over. By the following we...
Sorry you haven’t heard from me much this October — I’ve been on the move, learning nonstop to serve you better. Between multiple conferences, client meetings, and travel, this fall has been a deep dive into how technology, AI, and leadership are evo...
Fall is a natural time for reflection. Farmers harvest their fields, schools issue report cards, and many of us take stock of the year before we sprint into the holidays. For businesses experimenting with AI, this season is no different—it’s time to...
One theme that came up at our inaugural IA•AI meetup is that businesses are excited about AI—but stuck on where to start. Everyone has ideas. Everyone wants to “do something with AI.” But too many individual or teams spin their wheels without a clear...
...This email is a little different than my usual—I’m using it to share something exciting: the launch of a new tech meetup I’m helping to initiate...I’m thrilled to announce the upcoming IA•AI (Iowa Artificial Intelligence) meetup, taking place for...
This time of year always seems to sneak up on me. Summer—with its family vacations, camping trips, and those long, sun-filled days—ends abruptly, leaving us with cooler temps, shorter days, and kids back in school. Suddenly, our attention shifts back...
You may have noticed I've bit quieter lately. That’s because I took some intentional time off for road trips, events, and outdoor adventures with family. I hope you’ve had the chance to do the same! Stepping away from the daily grind offers a rare op...
