GCS Leaders Series

We sit down with leaders in the technology industry to discuss strategies, advice on how to overcome challenges, and other ways to create and maintain a successful business and career.

GCS Leaders Series is a business podcast hosted by GCS, with 100 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Cyber Security Leadership | AI, Operational Resilience & Critical Infrastructure with Euroclear CISO Tim Brooks

  Jul 27, 202645 min

  Cyber security has become one of the defining leadershipchallenges of modern business. In this episode of the GCS Leaders Series, David Bloxhamsits down with Tim Brooks, Chief Information Security Officer at Euroclear UK & International, to discuss cyber resilience, leadership under pressure, operational resilience, AI, critical infrastructure and building trust across organisations. Drawing on experience from the British Army, BAE Systems and financial services, Tim shares practical leadership lessons that apply far beyond cyber security—from leading through crises to creating resilient teams and preparing organisations for the future. Topics covered Cyber Security Leadership AI & Frontier AI Operational Resilience DORA Crisis Leadership Critical Infrastructure Financial Services Security Culture Building Trust connectme@gcstechtalent.com

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  Has Telecoms Reached Its Limit? 5G, 6G & the Future of Connectivity | William Webb

  Jul 14, 202651 min

  Has the telecoms industry reached a point where faster isno longer better? In Season 6, Episode 10 of the GCS Leaders Series, DavidBloxham, CEO of GCS, speaks with William Webb, Chief Executive Officer at Commcisive, about more than three decades of telecommunications innovation — and what the industry needs to solve next. From GSM, 2G and the rise of mobile communications to 5G,satellite connectivity and ubiquitous networks, William shares a fascinating perspective on an industry he has helped shape, challenge and predict. His view? “The phone has now outpaced what we need from it.” William compares today's network race to building a carcapable of travelling at 200mph when the speed limit is 70mph. Technically impressive. But does the user actually benefit? IN THIS EPISODE The evolution of telecoms from GSM to 5G How mobile technology transformed everyday life Why faster networks may no longer create the same consumer value The economics and commercial reality of 5G Why coverage could now matter more than speed Direct-to-device satellite connectivity William's vision for ubiquitous connectivity Network reliability and critical infrastructure Why transport and payment systems depend on telecom networks The 5G Myth , The End of Telecoms History and challengingindustry consensus William's technology predictions from 2000 THE BIGGER QUESTION For decades, telecoms innovation focused on one direction: Faster. William believes the next chapter could be different. Reliable. Available. Everywhere. Do we need the next generation of networks to be faster — ordo we need connectivity to become truly ubiquitous? Follow the GCS Leaders Series for more conversationswith leaders shaping technology and business. CONNECT WITH GCS Looking to discuss technology talent or your next careeropportunity? 📩 connectme@gcstechtalent.com#Telecoms #5G #6G #Connectivity #SatelliteConnectivity #DirectToDevice #Telecommunications #NetworkInfrastructure #FutureOfTelecoms #TechLeadership #GCSLeadersSeries

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  Leadership & Technology in the AI Era | AI, Automation, Governance & the Future of Work – GCS Leaders Series

  Jul 1, 20261h 27m

  In this episode of the GCS Leaders Series Roundtable, seniortechnology leaders discuss how AI, automation, governance, and digitaltransformation are reshaping leadership and business strategy. Hosted by David Bloxham, CEO of GCS, this episode featuresinsights from: Alex Tatham – IT Channel Consultant & Non-Exec Director Jack (Jörg) Godau – CTO & Managing Director, VRR Consulting John Barlow – VP Media & Broadband, Consult Red Manuel Schuller – DevOps Expert & Advisor Topics include: AI and enterprise transformation Leadership in the digital age Risk, governance & responsible AI adoption Cybersecurity challenges Cloud & DevOps evolution Hybrid working & workplace culture The future of technology leadership Contact GCS Looking to discuss technology talent or recruitmentsolutions? 📩 connectme@gcstechtalent.com 💬 If you enjoyed the episode, please share and follow GCS Leaders Series for more insights fromindustry leaders shaping the future of technology. #Leadership #AI #Technology #Podcast #AIGovernance#CyberSecurity #FutureOfWork #DigitalTransformation #Innovation #Cloud #DevOps #SoftwareEngineering #Business #GCS

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  Episode #9

  Who Is Accountable When AI Gets It Wrong? | AI Governance & Risk in Business

  Jun 17, 202659 minS6

  In this episode of the GCS Leaders Series, David Bloxham speaks with Phil Lunn, Founder & CEO of Plator Ltd, about one of the most critical questions in modern AI adoption: Who is accountable when AI gets it wrong? As organisations increasingly rely on AI systems for decision-making, the need for strong governance, oversight, and risk management has never been more important. This conversation explores: AI accountability in enterprise environments Governance vs innovation challenges Risk, bias and, hallucination in AI systems. Regulatory and ethical considerations Lessons from regulated industries This episode is essential listening for leader navigating AI transformation responsibly. Timestamps 00:00 – Accountability in AI systems 02:40 – The rise of AI decision-making 06:10 – Governance challenges 09:45 – AI risk and bias 13:20 – Business impact of AI failures 17:30 – Building responsible AI frameworks 21:15 – Final leadership reflections Whether you're building AI, Cyber Security, Cloud, Data or Software Engineering teams, or exploring your next opportunity in technology — GCS connects specialist talent with forward-thinking organisations. Explore opportunities & talent solutions: connectme@gcstechtalent.com #ai #artificialintelligence #aigovernance #aiaccountability #technologyleadership #digitaltransformation #cybersecurity #dataprivacy #riskmanagement #futureofwork #enterpriseai #innovation #leadership #gcs #techtalent #recruitmentexperts

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  Why AI Won't Replace Leaders But Will Redefine Them | Benjamin Schleis & David Bloxham

  Jun 1, 202651 minS6

  As artificial intelligence continues to reshape industries, leadership is entering a new era. In this episode of the GCS Leaders Series Podcast, David Bloxham, CEO of GCS, sits down with Benjamin Schleis, Defence & Technology Leader, to explore how AI is changing the way organisations operate and why human leadership skills will become even more valuable in the years ahead. Drawing on decades of experience across defence, technology, operations, and organisational leadership, Benjamin shares practical insights on navigating complexity, building resilient teams, making strategic decisions under pressure, and leading effectively through periods of rapid transformation. Together, they discuss: 🔹 Why AI won't replace leaders but will redefine leadership 🔹 The human skills technology cannot replicate 🔹 Leading through uncertainty and change 🔹 Building high-performing teams and cultures 🔹 Defence leadership lessons for modern organisations 🔹 Innovation, resilience, and long-term thinking 🔹 The future of leadership in an AI-enabled world Whether you're a business leader, technology professional, hiring manager, or someone interested in the future of work, this conversation offers valuable perspectives on how leadership is evolving alongside technology. About the Speakers Benjamin Schleis Defence & Technology Leader with extensive experience across military operations, strategic planning, organisational leadership, and technology innovation. David Bloxham CEO of GCS and host of the GCS Leaders Series Podcast, exploring the trends shaping leadership, technology, talent, and business transformation. Looking for Your Next Opportunity or Hiring Specialist Technology Talent? GCS helps organisations secure high-impact talent across technology, cyber, defence, AI, cloud, and software engineering. 📩 connectme@gcstechtalent.com #Leadership #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #FutureOfWork #Innovation #TechnologyLeadership #DefenceTechnology #DigitalTransformation #LeadershipDevelopment #TechTalent #BusinessLeadership #CyberSecurity #GCSLeadersSeries

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