Future of the Future Podcast
Mateo Bervejillo, Xseed’s CEO, interviews Technology Leaders to talk about everything and anything related to Technology and the Future. Guests open up about their stories and opinions on cutting edge topics, in an informal conversation tone.
FOF Episodes
A list of all Future of the Future Podcast shows.
FOF 191 | Cameo Doran. Focus On The Outcomes, Building Software That Matters.
Cameo Doran, a technology executive and engineering leader, cuts through the AI hype to explain how software actually gets built now. The conversation covers the widening gap between teams that were ready for AI and those that weren't, why product and engineering aren't merging into one role, how to manage customer expectations around non-functional attributes, and why agile failed the moment teams optimized for process instead of outcomes.
FOF 190 | Jovan Brown. The Things They Don’t Tell You About Transitioning To The Leadership Role.
Jovan Brown, a quality engineering leader with over a decade in tech, unpacks the underestimated shift from individual contributor to manager—a role he calls "a completely different animal." The conversation covers the identity shift and hidden pressures of the transition, why great managers act as counselors, why leaders must trust the data behind their judgment, and hard-won advice for first-time leaders, including keeping notes and navigating terminations.
FOF 189 | Robert Wesley. Payments Drive Businesses.
Robert Wesley, a payments veteran from American Express, Mastercard, and GoDaddy/Poynt, explains how payments went from invisible infrastructure to the front door of the customer experience. The conversation covers the shift from paper to embedded, omnichannel commerce, what small businesses actually need, the hidden cost of surcharges, the importance of cash flow, and why—as a finance teacher—he tells students that AI is "promoting you to be a manager," not replacing you.
FOF 188 | George Alexandrou. Technology Is A Business Leadership Function, Not A Support One.
George Alexandrou, who has served as both CIO and CTO and now works as a fractional executive, argues that technology is a business leadership function, not a support one. The conversation covers what a fractional CTO/CIO actually does versus consulting, the first 30-60 days of a turnaround, the most expensive mistakes scaling companies make, how the CTO role has evolved, and the skills required to lead technology as a core business capability.
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Position Alone Doesn't Give You Authority
This episode of the Bits, Bytes and Business is a conversation with Mateo Bervejillo, CEO of Xseed and author of Back to Basics. Bhairav and Mateo dig into the parts of leadership that rarely get taught explicitly: how to transition from individual contributor to leader, how to take over a team that didn’t choose you, and what actually keeps people moti…
How to Scale Past Founder-Led Sales | Mateo Bervejillo on Leveraging the Antenna Strategy
Mateo’s journey is a story of transformation, moving from a career as an attorney into the high-stakes world of tech outsourcing and sales. After managing global teams of over 200 people at massive corporations, he transitioned into entrepreneurship to lead Xseed Solutions during a critical "Phoenix" moment of rebirth. He successfully scaled the company from just 7 people to a team of 100, landing over 40 US clients almost entirely through founder-led sales and his unique "Antenna" networking strategy. Now, as he eyes a goal of 300+ employees, he shares the honest challenges of owning the P&L and the necessity of building systems to finally scale past the founder.
Episode #24 Cross-Cultural Synergies in Tech & Nearshore Staff Augmentation with Mateo Bervejillo
In this engaging episode of Cupalo Conversations, Lauren Hannon talks shop with Mateo Bervejillo, the CEO of Xseed Solutions, to explore the burgeoning field of nearshore staff augmentation and its impact on the tech industry. Xseed Solutions is known for providing top-tier Latin American talent, and Mateo shares his insights on why this region has become a hotspot for tech talent.Mateo explains the advantages of nearshore staff augmentation, particularly for U.S. companies looking to scale efficiently.
From Attorney to Outsourcing CEO: Mateo's Inspiring Journey
Dive into an engaging episode of the Thoughtful Edge Podcast where Mateo, CEO of Xseed, shares his remarkable journey from being a corporate attorney to leading an outsourcing service company. Discover the key lessons learned from navigating the outsourcing industry, the importance of adaptability, building strong relationships, and the role of data-driven decisions in business success. Mateo's story is a testament to resilience and the power of embracing change. Whether you're considering a career shift or looking to thrive in the outsourcing world, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice.
Epic Outsourcing Is More Than Just Cost Savings
Outsourcing is more than a cost-saving tactic—it’s a strategy for growth. In this episode of $4M Strategies™, we sit down with Mateo Bervejillo, CEO of Xseed, to discuss how businesses can leverage outsourcing to access top talent, speed up product development, and stay focused on their core strengths.
