# Sher Downing

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062: Innovating Education: Technology, Community, and the STEAM Revolution with Andy Bell

Thanks for tuning in to Forward Thinking Experts! In this podcast episode, Sher Downing and Andy Bell discuss the innovative approaches of Thinkery, a children's museum in Austin, Texas, that focuses on STEAM education. They explore the importance of community engagement, the role of technology i…

063: Anniversary Edition: 5 Years of EdTech, Innovation & Advancement

In this special anniversary episode, Dr. Sher Downing reflects on the five-year journey of the EdTech Speaks podcast. Born during the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic, the show has evolved into a living documentary of transformation in education, technology, and human-centered innovation. As we…

064: Understanding Cybersecurity: A Business Imperative with Joe Erle

In this conversation, Sher Downing and Joe Erle discuss the critical importance of cyber insurance and cybersecurity for businesses. Joe shares his expertise in the field, highlighting real-life incidents and the lessons learned from them. They delve into the costs associated with cyber incidents, …

065: Escaping the 9–5 & Simplifying Business with Karen King

This week, host Dr. Sher Downing sits down with Karen King—founder of Gold Star Pro and The Escapepreneur—to talk about building businesses that support freedom, not burnout. Karen’s entrepreneurial journey has taken her from cake decorating to global travel, from “soft sales” success to developing…

066: Mission Control: Demystifying Data Centers with Carrie Goetz

In this episode of Forward Thinking Experts, host Sher Downing, PhD sits down with Carrie Goetz—Principal, CTO, Amazon bestselling author, and global data center leader—to explore the fascinating world of data centers and the career opportunities they unlock. Carrie shares her unique journey from a…

069: The Art of Sales Leadership with Nicholas Loise

Thank you for listening to our conversation on the Forward Thinking podcast as Nicholas Loise and Sher Downing, PhD, explore the intricacies of sales, leadership, and the importance of building relationships in the sales process. They discuss the challenges faced by entrepreneurs and salespeople, …

070: AI in Action: Transforming K–12 Student Support with Andrew Lawrence, PhD

In this episode of Forward Thinking Experts, Sher Downing, PhD sits down with Andrew Lawrence, PhD — Co-Founder and CTO of New Light IO — to explore how AI-driven solutions are transforming K–12 education. Andrew shares how their platform, IntelliTier, simplifies MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Suppor…

071: Building Authentic Connections: The Vision Behind Gildre for Founders and Startups

In this episode of Forward Thinking Experts, Sher Downing, PhD, introduces the innovative minds behind Gildre: Brian Lee, Michael J. Frank, and Taiga Gamell. Their mission is to create a community that transcends traditional networking, focusing instead on building meaningful relationships among fo…

073: Creating Meaningful Learning Experiences with Annette Levesque

Welcome back! In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Forward Thinking host Sher Downing reconnects with Annette Levesque to explore one of the biggest challenges facing organizations today: how to move beyond superficial training and create learning experiences that truly stick. From workplace on…

Build Smart, Scale Strong: Startup Strategy with Dr. Sher Downing

Episode Summary In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Sher Downing, systems thinking strategist, EdTech veteran, and founder focused on helping entrepreneurs make smarter decisions faster. We dive into what it really takes to turn an idea into a scalable business, from defining your end goal early t…