Designing Resilient, People-Centered Tech: Insights from DisrupTV Episode 283

In DisrupTV Episode 283, hosts R “Ray” Wang and Vala Afshar are joined by three thought leaders who explore the intersection of technology, leadership, and humanity:

  • Lindsay Rodman, Global Fellow at the Wilson Center, brings expertise in military, national security law, and personnel readiness policy.
  • Dr. Fredrik Bruhn, Chief Evangelist in Digital Transformation at UNIBAP, champions democratizing space through scalable tech solutions.
  • Dr. David Bray, Distinguished Fellow at the Stimson Center and Principle at LeadDoAdapt Ventures, leads efforts on human-centric digital governance in complex environments. 

This episode dives deep into how technology can be shaped—and led—to support resilience, ethical decision-making, and people-first innovation.

Key Takeaways

1. Ethical Frameworks in High-Stakes Environments

Bray’s storied leadership—from bioterrorism response to people-centered internet initiatives—underscores that mission-critical tech must be governed by ethics and empathy to deliver real impact. 

2. Digital Transformation Across Frontiers

Bruhn’s work with UNIBAP’s SpaceCloud exemplifies how transformative technologies—like space-based infrastructure—must be made accessible and equitable to broaden their benefits.

3. Reskilling for National Security and Readiness

Rodman’s transition from military law to defense-focused policy research highlights the vital role of training, adaptability, and foresight in preparing institutions for evolving challenges.

Final Thoughts

Episode 283 of DisrupTV is a critical reminder that technology is only as resilient—and impactful—as the human values guiding it. Whether in defense, frontier tech, or global policy, Rodman, Bruhn, and Bray illustrate that empathy, ethics, and equity are essential in shaping systems that not only function—but flourish. Leaders today must strive to align innovation with humanity, ensuring that digital progress strengthens, rather than sidelines, human enterprise.

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