DisrupTV Episode 322: Pioneering Web3, Leadership, and Resilience

In this episode of DisrupTV, hosts R “Ray” Wang and Vala Afshar engage with four trailblazers shaping the future of technology, leadership, and personal resilience:

Dirk Lueth – CEO & Co-Founder, Uplandme, Inc.

Dirk Lueth is a serial entrepreneur and early adopter of blockchain technologies. As the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Uplandme, Inc., he leads the development of Upland, a Web3 metaverse platform that allows users to buy, sell, and trade virtual properties mapped to the real world. Dirk is also the author of Navigating the Metaverse: A Guide to Limitless Possibilities in a Web 3.0 World (Wiley, 2022).

Andrew Wolfe – Co-CEO, Bloomfilter

Andrew Wolfe is a software engineer turned entrepreneur and BT150 recipient, passionate about improving the ways people build software. Prior to Bloomfilter, he co-founded Skiplist, a consultancy dedicated to refining the software development lifecycle (SDLC). Andrew's previous roles include working as an early engineer at Onshift and Tableau, and co-founder of Brokersavant.

Erik Severinghaus – Co-CEO & Co-Founder, Bloomfilter

Erik Severinghaus is an entrepreneur, innovator, author, and adventurer featured in Fortune, Forbes, and The Wall Street Journal. His track record includes profitable exits from iContact (Vocus), SimpleRelevance (Rise Interactive), and SpringCM (DocuSign). Erik released his first book in 2021, Scale Your Everest, a guidebook for mental health, resilience, and entrepreneurship. As an endurance athlete, Erik has conquered some of the world's tallest peaks, including Mt. Everest in 2018.

Jenna Fisher – Author of To The Top

Jenna Fisher is a leadership expert passionate about helping more women leaders reach the top of corporations faster. She is the author of To the Top: How Women in Corporate Leadership are Rewriting the Rules for Success. Having advised more than 500 firms across the United States, Jenna has a deep understanding of the leadership traits that power businesses forward. Her work and insights have been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, CFO Journal, and Agenda.

Episode Highlights

  • Dirk Lueth discusses the evolution of the metaverse and the role of Web3 technologies in creating immersive digital experiences.
  • Andrew Wolfe shares insights into modern software development practices and the challenges of building scalable solutions.
  • Erik Severinghaus talks about the importance of resilience and mental health in entrepreneurship, drawing from his experiences scaling Everest.
  • Jenna Fisher emphasizes the need for diverse leadership in organizations and strategies to accelerate women's advancement in corporate settings.

Final Thoughts

DisrupTV Episode 322 offers a comprehensive look at the convergence of technology, leadership, and personal resilience. From the innovative world of Web3 to the challenges of modern software development and the importance of diverse leadership, this episode provides valuable insights for professionals navigating today's dynamic landscape.

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Business Research Themes

Future of Work, Innovation and Product-led Growth, New C-Suite

Roles

Chief Executive Officer, Chief Information Officer, Chief People Officer, Chief Technology Officer