Business Technology Insights from Wylie Blanchard - Business Technology Analyst and Speaker

Discussion with Susanne Tedrick: Developing a Game Plan to Thrive as Technology Evolves

Posted on June 14, 2020October 23, 2020 by Wylie Blanchard

Wylie Blanchard | Susanne Tedrick: Developing a Game Plan to Thrive as Technology Evolves - Full Episode

I recently met with Susanne Tedrick, Cloud Solution Specialist, to learn how women of color can jump-start, transition to or further evolve their career in technology, her new book Women of Color in Tech: A Blueprint for Inspiring and Mentoring the Next Generation of Technology Innovators, and how tech professionals can stay relevant in today’s rapidly evolving job market. Here’s the full int...
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Discussion with Chris Hyde: Making a Difference with Data Analytics

Posted on May 2, 2020October 23, 2020 by Wylie Blanchard

Making Difference Data Analytics Full Episode: Chris Hyde

I met with Chris Hyde, SQL Server BI and Data Science Consultant to learn about his career as a data professional and his journey into data science. In this interview Chris shares how data can make a difference in people's lives, how there has been an increase use of statistics in data science and advice on how others can begin their career into data analytics. Here's the full interview: ...
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Approaching January 1st, 2020

Posted on December 27, 2019October 23, 2020 by Wylie Blanchard

With the 1st day of 2020 approaching, there is no need to wait until the new year to begin planning goals and efforts, let’s do it now… Learn a new technical skill to push your career-expertise to the next step. Travel to a new destination to immerse yourself in new cultures, interactions and experiences. Ask yourself, "What am I avoiding that I should be taking on headfirst, then take...
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Reflection: Global Immersion in Brazil 2019

Posted on December 13, 2019December 21, 2020 by Wylie Blanchard

Brazil: Global Immersion 2019 | Wylie Blanchard

I just returned from a 9 day immersion trip in Brazil learning about their economy and business practices with a group of MBA graduate students from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. First, let me say that I've always wanted to visit Brazil. Prior to this trip, I had an interest in the economics of South America, along with Africa and the Central American region of North Amer...
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Discussion with Eric Schmuttenmaer: Executive Presence for Technical Professionals

Posted on December 7, 2019October 23, 2020 by Wylie Blanchard

Eric Schmuttenmaer interview with Great Tech Pros

I met with Eric Schmuttenmaer, Associate Vice President of Digital, Technology and Innovation at AMITA Health. In this interview Eric shared why it is important for technical professionals to build their executive presence. Originally posted at www.GreatTechPros.com. Excerpt from the Interview: Wylie Blanchard: What tips do you have for individuals who are new in their care...
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Digital Media Technologies can Overcome the Challenges within Mass Communication

Posted on November 25, 2019October 23, 2020 by Wylie Blanchard

Wylie Blanchard - Digital Media Technologies Overcome Challenges within Mass Communication

In this article, we’ll explore the disadvantages of a mass communication approach to Business-To-Consumer (B2C) communication and how digital media technologies can help overcome these issues. One disadvantage for businesses that use mass communication is that they cannot accurately identify demand for their products and services because their delivery method focuses on reach...
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Discussion with Don Alava: Integrating Digital and Traditional Marketing

Posted on October 27, 2019October 22, 2020 by Wylie Blanchard

Interview with Don Alava - Great Tech Pros

I met with Don Alava, Digital Marketing expert and VP of Marketing Analytics & Technology at Universal Technical Institute. In this discussion Don shared his expertise on integrating digital and traditional marketing. Originally posted at www.GreatTechPros.com. Excerpt from the Interview: Wylie Blanchard: So, let’s talk about analytics for a second. How has analyt...
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Reflection: Global Immersion in Germany 2019

Posted on August 19, 2019October 23, 2020 by Wylie Blanchard

Germany: Global Immersion 2019 - Wylie Blanchard

I just returned from a 9 day immersion trip in Germany learning about their economy and business practices with a group of MBA graduate students from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. My initial interest in visiting Germany was to revisit a country I briefly lived in as a child with my parents. Overall, I feel that the trip gave me a better understanding of German economics, ...
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