The Bridgecast with Scott Kinka

In this live episode of The Bridgecast from the Bridgepointe Tech Summit in Miami, host Scott Kinka sits down with Christopher Bonavita, VP of Strategy and Technology Adoption at GTT, to explore why connectivity is your strategic foundation, not just a utility; how you can future-proof your network with AI-driven operational efficiency and simplified infrastructure; and the critical mistake most CIOs make when adopting AI (spoiler: it's about your processes, not your tools). Whether you're navigating hybrid work complexity, planning for AI at scale, or questioning what a "network" even means anymore, this conversation is packed with practical strategies to help you build infrastructure that enables rather than restricts your business. Tune in to discover why "doing less better" might be the boldest move your organization makes next. To find out how Bridgepointe Technologies helps businesses make IT decisions faster with world-class engineering support and ongoing guidance, head to https://bridgepointetechnologies.com/

In this live episode of The Bridgecast from the Bridgepointe Tech Summit 2025, host Scott Kinka sits down with Aaron Darcy, Senior Vice President of Corporate Strategy and Go-to-Market at Lumen, to explore how enterprises must evolve from network operators to transformation leaders. With experience spanning Microsoft, GE Digital, and now Lumen, Aaron reveals why 90% of IT projects still fail, shares the "run the business vs. change the business" budgeting framework that's guided his teams for 25 years, and breaks down Lumen's three-pillar strategy for building AI-ready network infrastructure. From dirty data problems to network fabric architecture, this conversation cuts through AI hype to focus on transformation fundamentals. Essential listening for CIOs, network architects, and infrastructure leaders navigating the shift to Cloud 2.0. To find out how Bridgepointe Technologies helps businesses make IT decisions faster with world-class engineering support and ongoing guidance, head to https://bridgepointetechnologies.com/

In this live episode of The Bridgecast from the Bridgepointe Tech Summit 2025, host Scott Kinka sits down with Chad Townes, Senior Vice President of AT&T Partner Solutions, to explore how enterprises are navigating the next wave of digital transformation. With over 30 years at AT&T, Chad shares insights into enterprise connectivity, AI-driven networking, and hybrid work—and reveals why curiosity is the most underrated leadership superpower. From FirstNet's purpose-built emergency response network to the fiber infrastructure powering AI data centers, this conversation cuts through the hype to discuss what's actually required to build resilience in an uncertain world. Essential listening for IT leaders, CTOs, and anyone building for the future. To find out how Bridgepointe Technologies helps businesses make IT decisions faster with world-class engineering support and ongoing guidance, head to https://bridgepointetechnologies.com/

In the second part of this live Tech Summit episode, Scott Kinka continues his conversation with Chris MacFarland and Gary Sorrentino, shifting focus from AI implementation challenges to the fundamental transformation of work itself. The discussion reveals how shadow IT has become an innovation driver, why five-generation workplaces are really about hybrid workers, and how AI coworkers and robots will create unprecedented cultural shifts in the next five years. To find out how Bridgepointe Technologies helps businesses make IT decisions faster with world-class engineering support and ongoing guidance, head to https://bridgepointetechnologies.com/.

In this live episode of The Bridgecast from the Bridgepointe Tech Summit, host Scott Kinka sits down with Chris MacFarland, Chief Development Officer of Comcast Business, and Gary Sorrentino, Global CIO of Zoom. They tackle the tough questions facing CIOs: how to manage spend while balancing significant investment in AI and cybersecurity. The panel cuts through the AI hype to discuss why many large-scale AI projects fail, why "download and go" strategies are doomed, and how to measure true AI success using metrics like customer satisfaction and employee efficiency. This conversation delivers practical, future-focused advice for IT leaders navigating the waves of digital transformation. To find out how Bridgepointe Technologies helps businesses make IT decisions faster with world-class engineering support and ongoing guidance, head to https://bridgepointetechnologies.com/