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87:60 by Virtuoso

Rebellion Group

How are the greatest leaders able to recall, leverage, and translate prior experiences into insights for decision-making? Co-hosts BJ Kito & Steve McLoughlin seek to shed light on the experiences that most leaders rely upon (consciously or subconsciously). It"s an instinct developed through consistency, focus, and determination -- 24/7, 365 days a year...or, 8760 hours a year. This is the 87:60 podcast.Experience isn’t gained in an instant, progress is seldom made in a day, and success doesn’t

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37:50

Data Correlation. Behavioral Predictions.

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2026/09/28

In this episode of 87:60, BJ Kito sits down with GreatBlue Research’s CEO Michael J. Vigeant and Vice President Seamus McNamee, alongside Rebellion Group’s Dr. Christopher Nocera and Grant Flannery. The group discusses how modern political campaigns are evolving, the psychology of decision-making, and decoding unconscious drivers. Campaign management is shifting away from traditional polling toward AI-driven insights and psychological profiling. The group expands on how tools like Rebellion's...

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34:09

Beyond the Job: Learning Through Failure | A.M. Bhatt...

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2026/07/06

In this episode of 87:60, BJ Kito sits down with A.M. Bhatt, Founder of DAE and U of Next and Mostafa Analoui, Director of the M&T Bank Center of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Quinnipiac University. They discuss the state of workforce development in Connecticut, the factors holding back the effectiveness of workforce training, and the state’s economic disparities. Bhatt and Analoui argue that most programs focus on preparing people for specific jobs rather than teaching them how to n...

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50:22

Shifting Industries: Building a Versatile Skill | BJ...

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2026/06/29

In this episode of 87:60, BJ Kito sits down with Jon Feld, Associate Creative Director at Rebellion Group, to discuss Feld’s publishing roots, dealing with various personalities in the workplace, and the impact of AI on the creative field. They compare the current technological shift to the emergence of the web in 1999, and point out that the value in AI comes from user expertise. The conversation touches on empathy as a core tenet, the importance of being a versatile team member, and the bel...

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38:22

Artificial Intelligence. Human perspectives.

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2026/06/22

In this episode of 87:60, BJ Kito sits down with James Dowd, Elena Anetrella, and Samantha Manz to talk about AI as a tool for enhancement, regional economic challenges, and the resistance to adopting artificial intelligence into everyday life. The conversation explores how AI can be used to enhance human skills, comparing it to historical inventions like the calculator and abacus. The ethical debate surrounding AI-generated content is discussed, along with projections that by 2030, about 1.5...

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63:11

Artificial Intelligence. Human Integrity.

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2026/06/16

In this episode of 87:60, BJ Kito sits down with James Dowd, Chief Operations Officer and Chief Creative Officer at Rebellion Group, to talk about AI’s impact on jobs and innovation, brand integrity, and future strategy. They highlight the current state of AI adoption in workplaces, the importance of brands focusing on humanity, and the nuances required for a successful business to succeed. The conversation explores Agent XQ (an internal project developed to move beyond generic output), machi...

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43:12

Paid Leave. Workforce Stability. | Erin Choquette

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2026/05/26

In this episode of 87:60, BJ Kito sits down with Erin Choquette, CEO of CT Paid Leave, to discuss the many factors that shape the program and its impact on employers and employees alike. An employment lawyer by training, Erin spent years representing employers before stepping into her role at CT Paid Leave. The conversation touches on the challenge of “employer fatigue,” operational benefits of paid leave, and the general scope of the program.

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41:14

Lisa Jacobi | Senior Vice President and Chief HR...

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2026/05/22

In this episode of 87:60, BJ Kito sits down with Lisa Jacobi, Senior Vice President and Chief HR Officer at COCC (Connecticut Online Computer Center), to discuss the company’s rebrand, common recruitment challenges, and its focus on internal talent pipelines. COCC is a long-standing technology service provider for community banks and credit unions. Jacobi touches on the company’s impressive achievements: being recognized as a “Top Workplace” by the Hartford Courant for 16 consecutive years, a...

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57:34

The Right Concept. Every Plate | Andy Pforzheimer,...

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2026/04/21

In this episode of 87:60, BJ Kito sits down with Andy Pforzheimer, founder and former CEO of bartaco and Barcelona Wine Bar, to talk about his journey from working in a restaurant to building two businesses from the ground up. Andy discusses his experience with successfully scaling restaurants, what he thinks makes a “decent human being,” and the business fallacy that is quantity over quality. His original plan didn’t include expansion and happened naturally as the restaurant refined their mo...

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68:13

Moving People. Moving Forward. | Don & Kyle DeVivo

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2026/03/24

In this episode of 87:60, BJ Kito sits down with Kyle DeVivo, Chief Operating Officer of DATTCO, alongside his father, Don DeVivo, President of DATTCO, to talk about what it really takes to modernize a business without losing a people-first philosophy. Kyle highlights his family’s humble beginnings running a dairy farm—crediting this experience as the foundation for DATTCO’s direct, family-first approach. From implementing fully online booking capabilities to AI-driven safety systems, Kyle de...

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49:45

The Creative Capital Mindset

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2026/02/17

In this episode of 87:60, BJ Kito talks with Joe Wilson Jr., Director of Providence’s Department of Art, Culture and Tourism, about what it actually takes to build a city people want to stay in, not just visit. From permitting and producing major public events like PVDFest to stewarding public art, nightlife strategy, and World Cup fan activations, Joe breaks down why “visitor experience” only works when it protects the real capital: the people. The conversation unpacks activation of public s...

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44:14

Storytelling, Scale, & the Reality of Influence

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2026/02/10

In this episode of 87:60, BJ Kito sits down with Vincent Errichetti, founder of Taste of Massachusetts and Taste of New England, to explore what travel and tourism content actually does when it’s done right: drive foot traffic, shape demand, and fuel local economies. From building a creator-owned brand after getting laid off, to realizing that storytelling consistently outperforms aesthetics and virality, Vincent breaks down why trust, consistency, and distribution matter more than hype. The ...

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37:00

Transparency, Power, & the Future of the Label

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2026/02/10

In this episode of 87:60, BJ Kito sits down with Becky Lewis, founder of Invictus Records, to explore a different kind of record label — one built to protect artists instead of exploiting them. Becky breaks down why most musicians still can’t make a living in a streaming-first world, how traditional contracts create massive power and information imbalances, and what it looks like to build a more transparent, partnership-driven model where artists keep ownership and control. From masters and p...

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25:56

Risk, Trust, & the Illusion of a Breakthrough

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2026/01/15

What does real marketing risk look like in 2026 and why does trust matter more than ever? In this episode of 87:60, host BJ Kito dives into a wide-ranging conversation on brand risk, cultural backlash, and the myth of breakthrough marketing. Using recent campaigns from brands like YETI and American Eagle as examples, the group debates whether today’s safest strategies are actually the riskiest ones. The discussion spans generational shifts in trust, the rise of influencer credibility, the dif...

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65:07

Cyber, AI, & Connecticut’s Defense Edge with Justin...

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2025/11/18

Cybersecurity isn’t just about firewalls and fear. It’s about protecting the systems that hold the world together. In this episode, Justin Orcutt, Microsoft’s defense and cybersecurity lead for top global contractors, explains how “unknown unknowns,” AI, and zero trust are reshaping security. From nation-state threats and regulatory frameworks to Connecticut’s growing role as a defense and cyber hub, Orcutt explores what it takes to build a safer, smarter future and the talent pipeline we nee...

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50:19

Inside Connecticut’s Quantum + Life Sciences Boom...

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2025/11/18

Quantum technology and life sciences may seem like two different worlds — but in Connecticut, they’re rapidly converging. In this episode, Albert Green, CEO of QuantumCT, and Jody Gillon, CEO of BioCT, explain how the state is becoming a national hub for quantum innovation, biotech advancement, and workforce development.

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66:48

Inside The New AI Economy with Edward Zyszkowski

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2025/10/31

Artificial intelligence doesn’t have to live in the hands of a few. In this episode, Edward Zyszkowski, CEO and Chairman of Personal Digital Spaces, explains how decentralization, data licensing, and small, specialized models are reshaping the AI economy. From the early foundations of neural networks to today’s human-first design, Zyszkowski explores a future where consent, control, and compensation define digital progress.

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80:48

Engineering the Next Era of Cyber Defense: Ian...

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2025/10/20

From nuclear submarines to cybersecurity strategy, Ian Leatherman’s journey proves that innovation starts with curiosity and the courage to rethink what’s possible. As a former Navy engineer turned Microsoft security strategist, Ian has helped reshape how the federal government, defense sector, and private industry protect critical systems and infrastructure.

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71:26

Legacy to Innovation: Jill Mayer on Leading a...

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2025/09/24

111 years in business doesn’t mean playing it safe. Jill Mayer, CEO of Bead Industries, is proving that legacy and innovation aren’t opposites — they’re fuel for each other. As the fifth-generation leader of a family company, she’s carrying forward more than a century of history while pushing into new markets, experimenting with technology, and rethinking what it means to build culture in modern manufacturing. On this episode of 87:60, Jill talks about reinventing perceptions of the ind...

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59:12

Shaping CT's Future Pitch Competition: Niko Zurita,...

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2025/08/25

Niko Zurita has spent his career scaling startups and building intentional workplace cultures. From early talent roles to leading People & Culture at Inbox Health, he’s helped companies grow with clarity, empathy, and operational focus. Now, he’s applying that same mindset to a new challenge: group travel. As co-founder of Vamos, Niko is solving the coordination chaos behind company retreats. Built for hybrid and remote teams, Vamos simplifies planning through a data-driven, collaborati...

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56:54

Shaping CT's Future Pitch Competition: Alycia &...

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2025/08/13

Behind Shaping CT's Future Pitch Competition is the powerhouse team at UConn’s Connecticut Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation (CCEI). Executive Director Jennifer Matthieu and Assistant Director Alycia Chrosniak have helped launch and grow hundreds of startups, designing accelerator programs, securing funding opportunities, and mentoring founders. This episode highlights what makes Connecticut’s startup ecosystem unique, how CCEI supports diverse founders, and why collaborations like...

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