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TechVibe Pittsburgh

Jonathan Kersting

Curious about Pittsburgh"s growing technology and innovation industry and the opportunities it has for you? This podcast gives you a front-row seat to the companies, people, and institutions that are making Pittsburgh"s tech industry thrive. Discover the newest tech startups emerging from Pittsburgh; Meet dynamic entrepreneurs driving innovation and creating a rich landscape for tech company growth; and Stay on top of the latest trends from recognized industry experts and thought leaders. Audrey

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11:32

Pittsburgh to Dublin: The New Flight Connecting Tech,...

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2026/03/16

What if Pittsburgh's next big connection to the world starts with a single flight to Dublin? In this episode, we sit down with Bill Byrne, Senior Vice President of Global Sales at Aer Lingus, to explore why the new direct Pittsburgh–Dublin route is more than just a convenient flight. It's a gateway connecting Pittsburgh's booming tech ecosystem with Ireland's innovation hubs and the broader European market. Bill shares the decade-long story behind bringing this route to life and why the timing is

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22:01

A Pittsburgh Technology Entrepreneur's 30-Year...

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2026/03/08

What does it take to build a technology company that lasts nearly 30 years and still feels like day one? On this episode of TechVibe Radio, Pittsburgh Technology Council's Jonathan Kersting and CEO Audrey Russo sit down with Lou Camerlengo, co-founder of fivestar*, to unpack a three-decade journey in custom software development, leadership, and purpose-driven entrepreneurship. From launching fivestar* in 1997 to joining the Revision Collective, Lou shares how building "custom homes" for enterprise

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38:43

From Lidar to Leadership: How Neil Churman Is Scaling...

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2026/03/03

What does designing airfields for the Wright Brothers have in common with AI-powered data centers and digital twins? More than you think. In this episode, Woolpert CEO Neil Churman shares how a 115-year-old engineering firm has evolved into a global leader in geospatial technology, AI, infrastructure design, and data center development — with its global AI innovation hub right here in Pittsburgh. Neil walks through: How Woolpert uses lidar and AI to prevent landslides and protect critical

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22:01

Making AI Actionable: Pittsburgh's HIKE2 Talks...

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2026/03/01

What does it really take to turn artificial intelligence from hype into real-world impact for your business? In this episode of TechVibe, Amanda Wodzenski, founder and CEO of HIKE2, shares how she built a fast-growing consulting firm that helps organizations navigate AI, compliance, and digital transformation without losing their human edge. You'll hear how HIKE2 evolved from a small startup into a national player, why regulated industries need a different approach to innovation, and what leaders

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22:01

Think!AI Summit: Inside TeleTracking and Palantir's...

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2026/02/22

On a stage framed by ambition and algorithms at the 2026 Think!AI Summit, two unlikely allies laid out a vision for the future of healthcare. One came from the world of hospital logistics and workflow. The other from elite data science and large-scale analytics. Together, leaders from TeleTracking Technologies and Palantir Technologies argued that the next great healthcare breakthrough would not be a miracle drug, but a smarter system. Moderated by Audrey Russo, the keynote brought together

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19:38

Pittsburgh Workforce Advantage: How Wolfe, LLC Is...

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2026/02/20

In this episode of The Workforce Advantage, host Lelia Broughton sits down with Renata Silva, Vice President of Human Resources at Wolfe, LLC, the Pittsburgh-based gifting company behind brands like PerfectGift.com, Gift Card Granny, GiftYa, and Giving Kind. Renata takes listeners inside Wolfe's mission to reinvent the gifting industry. She explains how the company's innovative Card-Linked Gifting technology connects gifts directly to a recipient's credit or debit card, helping eliminate unused

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22:01

Empowering Pittsburgh Youth Through Technology: STEM...

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2026/02/08

What does it take to prepare kids for lifelong learning and exciting careers in technology? Dive into this inspiring episode of TechVibe Radio where hosts Audrey Russo and Jonathan Kersting sit down with Melissa Fuller and Jason Hivner of STEM Coding Lab—an organization transforming the future of education through STEM-focused learning. There are so many great reasons to listen: Lifelong Learning: Discover how STEM Coding Lab encourages students to become creators and not just passive users of

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28:35

Admirra: Pittsburgh Couple Build SaaS Platform to...

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2026/02/06

How can technology revolutionize mental health care, making it more accessible and seamless for both clients and providers? In this episode of TechVibe, we dive deep with Wendy McSparren and John Mihalik, the brilliant co-founders of Admirra, a SaaS platform tailored for mental health practices. Wendy and John share their inspiring journey of entrepreneurship, balancing personal and professional lives, and the challenges of building a company that's solving real-world problems. Why listen? Learn

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13:54

How Comcast is Changing the Game for Fans: Tech Meets...

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2026/02/03

How can technology redefine the way we experience major sporting events like the Super Bowl and the Olympics? In this episode of TechVibe, host Jonathan Kersting sits down with Vito Forlenza, VP of Sports and Entertainment at Comcast, to explore how Comcast and Xfinity are leveraging cutting-edge tech to enhance fan engagement during some of the biggest sporting moments. Discover how Comcast's innovation allows fans to "vote with their remotes," creating personalized and interactive experiences, and

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18:37

EXP Pittsburgh: Where Techies, Hackers, Gamers, and...

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2026/02/02

What if your next career move, business connection, or breakthrough skill came from a gaming competition? In this episode of TechVibe, the Pittsburgh Technology Council's Jonathan Kersting sits down with Jacob Shodiya, the force behind EXP Pittsburgh, to explore how this one-of-a-kind event blends esports, cybersecurity, career development, and community into a single high-energy weekend. Jacob explains how EXP and the Cyber Combine are designed to let participants "be their own resume" by

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22:00

Croatia Is a Compelling Mirror for Pittsburgh's Own...

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2026/02/01

What does Croatia's fast-growing tech startup scene have in common with Pittsburgh? More than you might think. This Sunday on TechVibe Radio Audrey Russo explores how two regions shaped by industrial legacy, grit, and global ambition are building innovation ecosystems that punch above their weight. From talent density to resilience under constraint, Croatia offers a compelling mirror for Pittsburgh's own tech evolution. If you care about startup growth, global perspective, and what comes after heavy

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19:26

Pittsburgh Tech: Mescius Code Clinic Redefines How...

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2026/01/28

What if the best way to level up your code wasn't another tutorial, but a place where real developers walk you through real problems, step by step? That's exactly what Mescius' Code Clinic is all about, and it's the focus of this conversation with Greg Lutz, a longtime product manager at the Pittsburgh-based software company that's spent decades helping developers build faster and smarter. Mescius creates the tools developers rely on every day, but the Code Clinic is where those tools come alive

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26:13

Health Care Reinvented: How Highmark Is Building a...

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2026/01/26

What if technology could give doctors superpowers and personalized care became the standard for everybody? On this episode, we are joined by two leaders at Highmark who are just on the. Forefront of healthcare innovation. We're talking to Maria Baker, Vice President of Health Strategy and Delivery, and Mari Vandenburgh, vice President of Health Programs and Solutions. Together, they are transforming how healthcare reaches and supports nearly 7 million members. There are so many great reasons to

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22:00

Pittsburgh Technology Takes Over CES 2026 Part2

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2026/01/25

TechVibe Radio goes global at CES 2026 and Pittsburgh tech is right at the center of the action. Grabbing interviews straight from the world's largest technology show, this episode features on-the-ground interviews with Bucket Robotics, Carnegie Robotics, Powercast, and more, proving that innovation made in Pittsburgh travels very, very far. From AI-powered quality inspection transforming modern manufacturing, to robotics enabling autonomous systems in environments as unexpected as luxury yachts, to

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13:05

CES Takeaways: Why Pittsburgh Is Emerging as a...

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2026/01/23

Coming off CES, it feels like the future hit fast-forward. The noise, the scale, the ambition. It's a lot to process, especially when robotics and autonomy are no longer side attractions but center stage. To help make sense of it all, We are joined by Kevin Dowling of Innovation Works and the Robotics Factory, one of the architects of Pittsburgh's robotics ecosystem and someone who's seen this industry evolve from research labs to global markets. Kevin shares what stood out most at CES, from the

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22:01

TechVibe Radio from CES 2026: Powering the AI Era,...

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2026/01/18

What happens when AI's explosive growth collides with aging grids, rising energy demand, and the urgent push for sustainability? Live from CES 2026, TechVibe Radio brings you inside a standout Pittsburgh Technology Council panel exploring Sustainable and Reliable Data Centers, featuring voices from PwC, Exus Renewables, Westinghouse, Synopsys, and Amazon AWS. This conversation goes far beyond buzzwords, unpacking how power generation, grid modernization, nuclear innovation, renewables, and AI-driven

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22:01

The Business Card Is Broken: How This Pittsburgh Tech...

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2026/01/04

What if your next great business connection didn't get lost in a pocket full of business cards or a foggy post-event memory? In this TechVibe Radio interview, serial entrepreneur and Pittsburgh tech fixture David Radin of Confirmedapp.com is back in the studio to unveil Meet and Greet, a smart new product designed to fix one of networking's biggest frustrations: forgetting who you met, what you talked about, and never quite following up. Three fun reasons to listen: See the future of networking in

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22:01

Explore the Tech Behind Pittsburgh's Biggest Brands

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2025/12/19

The Pittsburgh Technology Council and Audacy teamed up for a special live broadcast of TechVibe Radio, to explore the tech powering Pittsburgh's most iconic brands, including Comcast, Core Natural Resources, Huntington Bank and FedEx. With cohost Rob Pratte of KDKA, TechVibe dove into the core operations, technological advancements, and community engagements of these powerful companies. Comcast: Imagine That Comcast is more than just a cable or internet provider; it represents a comprehensive

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29:25

Downtown Pittsburgh Reinvents Itself: Top Commercial...

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2025/12/17

Is downtown Pittsburgh shrinking… or quietly reinventing itself? On this episode of TechVibe, we dig into the real story behind Pittsburgh real estate with three people who have a front-row seat to every shift, signal, and surprise: Ed Lawrence, Bryan McCann, and Pat Sentner of Colliers. This isn't a flyover of vacancy stats. It's a boots-on-the-ground conversation about where Pittsburgh is headed, what's actually working, and why the city's real estate story is far more optimistic and nuanced than

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22:01

From Pittsburgh to the World: ChemDAQ's Life-Saving...

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2025/12/14

How can innovative technology save lives every single day? In this episode of TechVibe Radio, host Jonathan Kersting sits down with Alex Hilliker of ChemDAQ to explore how their groundbreaking technology is making workplaces safer by detecting harmful chemical exposures. Three reasons you don't want to miss this episode: Life-Saving Innovation: Discover how ChemDAQ is safeguarding lives and revolutionizing safety protocols in industries exposed to hazardous chemicals. Inspiring Case Studies: Alex

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