How are innovators using technology to tackle the world's biggest challenges? On this episode of TechConnect, host David Sholkovitz speaks with Alexander Dale, director of global challenges at MIT Solve, to explore how innovation is driving real-world impact across climate, education, and health. They discuss how MIT Solve empowers bold thinkers to turn ideas into action, why diverse perspectives are key to lasting progress, and what Dale sees on the horizon for 2026 and beyond.

From visually captivating concerts to interactive art, technology has already redefined how we experience entertainment. These visual technologies are now transforming workplace settings too. On this episode of TechConnect, host David Sholkovitz speaks with Cameron Uhlig, creative technologist and managing partner at Onyx Integrations, to unpack what's next for immersive experiences and the impact technology advancements are having on production workflows and audience experiences.

On this episode of TechConnect, host David Sholkovitz speaks with Marissa Wilkins from Verizon Business about how 5G-connected laptops and AI technologies are transforming frontline operations in high-stakes environments. Together, they discuss how AI is streamlining workflows and enhancing decision-making, how 5G is enabling new real-time capabilities, and how organizations can better prepare and train teams to harness these tools effectively. This episode highlights how secure, reliable connectivity is shaping the next era of connected work across essential industries.

Can AI and data give a machine eyes? On this episode of TechConnect, host David Sholkovitz chats with Walter Knapp from Inspectron about how AI and visual data are revolutionizing field inspections in industries like automotive, manufacturing, and heavy machinery. They dive into how visual data is helping teams diagnose repairs faster, cut downtime, and make jobs more accessible. From aircraft carriers to your neighborhood autobody shop, discover how these tools are reshaping the way we maintain and repair the world around us.

This week on TechConnect, host David Sholkovitz talks with Brett Casadonte, president and co-founder of GlobeStream Media, about how IP-based workflows are transforming live event and broadcast production. They discuss how the shift from traditional SDI systems to IP infrastructure is unlocking new levels of creativity, flexibility, and cost-efficiency, enabling teams of all sizes to deliver high-quality, multi-platform content. Casadonte also shares how IP technology is helping smaller organizations democratize live production, the growing impact of livestreaming on social media, and what the future holds for regional sports and direct-to-consumer broadcasting.

This week on TechConnect, host David Sholkovitz talks with Ken Noreikis, vice president at Mirata Software, about the high-tech world of utilities, oil & gas, and manufacturing. They discuss why these industries are digitally transforming and explore how organizations can harness data to automate workflows and increase operational efficiencies. Noreikis also breaks down the value of zero-code platforms, the growing role of AI, and the advantages of enterprise-wide solutions. Plus, he shares what's ahead for the utilities sector and how streamlined operations can enhance the customer experience across the communities they serve.

This week on TechConnect, host David Sholkovitz talks with Corey Behnke, Lead Producer and Co-founder of LiveX, about how broadcast production continues to evolve as consumers demand authentic and timely content. They explore how remote and hybrid workflows, cloud technology, and distributed teams are changing the way content is created and delivered. Behnke also shares insights on the behind-the-scenes processes that viewers rarely see, how production teams are collaborating across time zones, and what high-quality broadcasting really means in today’s streaming-first world. Plus: he discusses the emerging technologies that will shape the future of storytelling and what organizations should know if they want to livestream their own events.