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Software Leaders Uncensored isn’t your typical tech podcast—it’s a candid dive into the minds of the industry’s top innovators. Each episode is a raw, behind-the-scenes conversation with the leaders who are shaping the future of software—how they’re building, scaling, and dominating in their markets. This is where cutting-edge tech meets unfiltered storytelling.
Share Your Expertise – Position yourself as a thought leader, sharing your unique insights, experiences, and strategies to an engaged audience eager to learn.
Inspire and Educate – Your story can inspire others facing challenges or looking for strategies to level up their business.
Grow Your Reach – Our podcast connects with a diverse network of business owners, industry professionals, and potential clients expanding your visibility and influence.
Join a Powerful Network of Industry Leaders – Forge collaborations, partnerships, and friendships with like-minded experts.
Our Mission
We launched the Software Leaders Uncensored podcast with one simple goal: to create the resource we wish we had when navigating the ever-evolving world of technology leadership.
In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, CTOs and tech leaders are expected to do it all—drive innovation, scale engineering teams, manage budgets, stay ahead of AI and emerging technologies, and somehow still have time to mentor, strategize, and execute.
Recent Guests On Our Show
Dom Scandinaro | CTO of Cameo
Episode premieres May 6th.
Chad Smykay | AI CTO of HPE
Episode premieres May 6th.
Jason Gilmore | CTO of Adalo
Episode premieres May 6th.
Brian O'Neill | CTO of ProofPilot
Brian O’Neill is a seasoned technology executive and innovator with deep expertise in distributed computing, big data, and customer engagement platforms. Currently serving as Chief Technology Officer at ProofPilot, he brings over two decades of experience leading engineering teams and building scalable tech solutions, including co-founding Snapyr, a no-code campaign platform for game developers. Recognized as a DataStax MVP and recipient of InfoWorld’s Technology Innovation Award, Brian balances his technical prowess with a love for the outdoors as a hacker, hiker, kayaker, and father.
Episode premieres May 6th.
Mark Losey | CTO of FlockX
Episode premieres May 6th.
Amir Kundalic | CTO of LoanNEX
Episode premieres May 6th.
Conor Sibley | CTO of Higher Logic
Episode premieres May 6th.
Matthew Mixan | CTO of Decision Logic
Matthew Mixan is the Chief Technology Officer at Decision Logic, where he has spent nearly a decade leading the development of cutting-edge restaurant management software. With deep expertise in web application development and Agile methodologies, Matthew is a hands-on CTO who fosters collaboration, drives innovation, and consistently delivers scalable, high-quality solutions that meet the complex needs of the hospitality industry.
Episode premieres May 6th.
Jason Tesser | CTO of Revvable
Jason Tesser is a seasoned technology executive, 5x founder, and current CTO and Principal Architect with over 25 years of experience delivering enterprise-grade solutions across a range of industries. Known for bridging C-level strategy with hands-on execution, Jason has led global engineering teams in building everything from VOD services and caching engines to data warehousing platforms, with deep technical expertise in GoLang, cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP), microservices, and modern web and mobile technologies.
Episode premieres May 6th.
Bazyl Horsey | CTO of Arvist
Bazyl Horsey is a mission-driven Technology Officer and entrepreneur-minded software engineer who blends hands-on technical expertise with visionary leadership. Currently serving as CTO at Arvist (a Techstars ’22 company), Bazyl brings a proven track record from previous CTO and founder roles, aiming to build world-class products and empower the next generation through mentorship and servant leadership.
Episode premieres May 6th.
Meet The Host
Steve Taplin – CEO & Founder, Sonatafy Technology
Steve Taplin is the CEO and Founder of Sonatafy Technology, a leading software development firm specializing in elite enterprise software and engineering solutions. Under his leadership, Sonatafy has experienced rapid growth, including a 408% revenue increase over three years and recognition on the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing companies.
His strategic approach to scaling organizations and building high-performing engineering teams has made Sonatafy a trusted partner to top-tier clients across North America. With over 20 years of experience in the technology sector, Steve has held senior leadership roles at major Fortune 500 companies, including IBM and DXC Technology. His background spans enterprise systems, software engineering, and digital transformation, and he brings a founder’s mindset to every engagement—focusing on speed, ROI, and real business outcomes.
Steve’s thought leadership has been featured in leading publications such as Forbes and Entrepreneur. He is also a published author and host of the Software Leaders UNCENSORED podcast, where he interviews top technology executives to explore the future of software innovation and leadership. Passionate about building exceptional engineering cultures, Steve believes in investing in elite talent to drive greater velocity, accountability, and impact across every layer of an organization.
From turnaround projects to scalable growth strategies, Steve leads with a hands-on, execution-focused style that keeps clients moving forward and teams delivering at their best.
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