Podcast Series

Courtney Hughes is joined by Varun Chhabra, Senior Vice President of Infrastructure and Telecom Marketing at Dell Technologies, for a deep dive into the transformative world of disaggregated infrastructure. Together, they unpack how Dell is redefining data center architecture by blending the flexibility of traditional three-tier systems with the simplicity of hyper-converged infrastructure—creating a new standard for enterprise IT.

3 July, 2025 | 13 min audio

Courtney Hughes is joined by John Roese, Global CTO and Chief AI Officer at Dell Technologies, for a compelling conversation on agentic AI—an emerging frontier that moves beyond generative AI into fully autonomous systems capable of executing complex tasks. Together, they explore how agentic AI is transforming enterprise workflows, from sales quoting to supply chain planning, and discuss the infrastructure, ethics, and strategic decisions required to adopt these systems at scale.

21 July, 2025 | 18 min audio

In this episode, join our host Courtney Hughes and Dell Technologies' SVP of CSG & Online Marketing, John Siegal, unpack how AI-powered PCs, equipped with new Neural Processing Units and the Windows 11 refresh, are redefining workplace productivity, security, and collaboration. Listen to how real customers are drastically reducing routine work and keeping sensitive data secure with on-device AI, all while enjoying longer battery life and seamless performance. Discover why this isn’t just another hardware update, but a leap into the future of work—backed by Dell’s full portfolio and lifecycle services.

15 August, 2025 | 10 min audio

In this episode, we chat with Grant Duke from Microsoft about how AI-powered productivity is transforming the workplace. Together, they highlight advancements in Copilot+ PCs and Windows 11, discussing features like meeting summarization and enhanced security, and sharing advice for organizations preparing for the transition from Windows 10 to future-ready, AI-enabled devices.

17 September, 2025 | 12 min audio

In this episode, Sam Grocott, Senior Vice President of Product Marketing at Dell Technologies, reveals how Dell made AI modernization a business reality. Discover bold strategies behind their data overhaul, the critical importance of governance, and how a buy/build hybrid approach accelerates transformation. Learn why strong leadership and constant change management drive Dell’s journey to an AI-first future.

5 October, 2025 | 17 min audio

In this episode, Eric Arcese, Vice President of Global Partner Marketing at Dell Technologies, reveals how Dell’s partner ecosystem drives faster AI adoption and real business transformation. Hear how collaborative solutions—like the Dell AI Factory deployed at Worley with NVIDIA and WWT—leverage proven expertise to simplify complexity, shorten deployment times, and unlock tangible results. Discover why teaming up with Dell Technologies and its partners means you don’t have to navigate the AI journey alone.

20 October, 2025 | 12 min audio

In this episode.. Jeremy Williford, VP of Strategic Sales at NVIDIA, joins the podcast to share an enterprise AI strategy playbook—how to start small, prioritize high‑impact use cases, and scale with Dell Technologies with NVIDIA solutions for measurable productivity, customer experience, and operations gains.

3 November, 2025 | 15 min audio

In this episode… Jennifer Larson, General Manager of Commercial Client Segments at Intel, joins the podcast to explore how businesses can unlock innovation and productivity with Intel vPro® and Intel® Core™ Ultra processors, powered by Dell Technologies.

18 November, 2025 | 12 min audio

In this episode, Courtney Hughes and Ricardo Calderon show how Dell Services turn AI ambition into outcomes with the Dell AI Factory—strategy, data readiness, and managed services. Plus lifecycle and payment, cyber resilience (MDR), and digital employee experience for Windows 11/Copilot Plus. Listen for actionable insights on AI, agentic AI, gen AI, cyber resilience, lifecycle services, payment solutions, Windows 11, Copilot Plus, and DEX (Digital Employee Experience) —modernize with confidence.

01 December, 2025 | 10 min audio

Courtney Hughes is joined by Doug Schmitt, President of Dell Technologies Services. Together, they delve into how Dell’s services are not merely supporting but spearheading the adoption of avant-garde solutions, transforming the technological landscape. Discover the stories of service-driven success, from the complexities of GenAI to the expansive realm of digital transformation. Learn how Dell Technologies Services is enabling organizations to transform challenges into opportunities, propelling them into a future where ideas become impactful realities.

15 July, 2024 | 15 min audio

Courtney Hughes welcomes Jon Siegal, SVP of Dell Portfolio Marketing, to explore the cutting-edge advancements and real-world impact of the Dell AI Factory. In this episode, we peel back the layers of AI’s complex ecosystem, revealing how Dell is demystifying the technology and making it more accessible and beneficial for organizations worldwide. Discover how the Dell AI Factory is not just overcoming but dismantling the barriers to AI adoption, enabling a seamless transition into an AI-driven future. Join us for an insightful conversation that unpacks the power of AI to transform ideas into breakthrough innovations, all through the strategic vision of a top industry expert.

15 August, 2024 | 13 min audio

Courtney Hughes is joined by Jeremy Williford, VP of Enterprise Enablement at NVIDIA, who brings his extensive knowledge to the forefront, discussing the transformative power of AI and the innovative concept of the AI Factory. Together, they delve into the challenges and opportunities of AI adoption, highlighting how the collaboration between Dell and NVIDIA is paving the way for enterprises to unlock the full potential of their data. Join us as we explore real-world deployments, future innovations, and the strategic vision that is driving the AI revolution.

16 September, 2024 | 17 min audio

Courtney Hughes is joined by Bill Pearson, VP of Data Center and AI Software Solutions and Ecosystem at Intel, to explore the evolving landscape of AI in enterprises. Together, they discuss the key needs and challenges that customers face in their AI journey, from complexity and data readiness to security and cost. Discover how the collaboration between Dell Technologies and Intel is driving smarter AI solutions, tailored to meet the unique requirements of enterprises. Join us as we delve into real-world use cases, innovative solutions, and the strategic partnership that is unlocking new opportunities in AI.

7 October, 2024 | 11 min audio

In this episode we look at the Cyber Security landscape. Courtney Hughes is joined by Liz Green, European Advisory and Cyber Lead at Dell Technologies, and discusses the challenges facing organizations as they look to implement zero trust cyber strategies, build resilience, and improve their risk posture.

15 October, 2023 | 10.5 min audio

Courtney Hughes is joined by Nigel Burmeister, APEX & Multicloud Portfolio Marketing at Dell Technologies, who will be discussing how Dell can help you achieve your multicloud goals by elevating the public cloud experience, bridging your private and public clouds, and making your on-premises infrastructure more cloud-like.

15 January, 2024 | 10.04 min audio

Courtney Hughes is joined by Isaac Piñon, Director of Product Marketing at Dell Technologies, who shares his insights and expertise on the trends, challenges, opportunities, and solutions that shape the Modern Workplace. We also hear some examples of how different customers have embraced the Modern Workplace, and how Dell Technologies solutions and services have helped them achieve their goals and vision.

15 March, 2024 | 12.05 min audio