Innovate That Podcast
The Innovate That podcast is hosted by Oklahoma Lieutenant Governor Matt Pinnell and highlights the innovative people and companies that make up Oklahoma’s t...
Episodes
In this episode, Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell sits down with Garrison Haning, Co-Founder and CEO of Safety Radar, to discuss how technology and real-time safety insights are helping companies create safer workplaces.
In this episode of Innovate That, Lieutenant Governor Matt Pinnell sits down with Eric Garrison, CEO of CASSIE, Inc., a Tulsa-based company advancing indoor air quality through patented air filtration technology. Eric shares how CASSIE is working to create cleaner, safer environments across healthcare, education, and commercial spaces. He also discusses the role of partnerships, funding, and innovation in growing a technology compa...
Lt. Gov. Matt Pinnell sits down with Dan Harbeke of Google to explore how workforce development, AI education, and strategic partnerships are shaping Oklahoma’s digital future. From Google’s long-term presence in the state to major investments in AI training, Route 66 digital storytelling, and data center expansion, this conversation highlights why Oklahoma is positioned for what’s next.
In this episode of the Innovate That podcast, Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell sits down with Chris & Teri Billings, co-founders of Duncan Machine Products, in Duncan, OK. They will share their story of growth and innovation in Oklahoma manufacturing.
From humble beginnings to becoming a leader in precision manufacturing, the Billings discuss the challenges they’ve overcome, the values that drive their company, and how they cont...
Hosted by Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell, this episode features Jennifer McGrail, Executive Director of OCAST, as she shares how Oklahoma is building a future-ready economy through innovation.
From supporting high-growth startups to creating high-paying jobs and attracting national investment, OCAST is powering scalable success across the state.
🎧 Tune in to hear how innovation is shaping Oklahoma’s next big chapter—and why...
This special episode of "Innovate That," recorded live at the Global Entrepreneurship Congress, spotlights Oklahoma’s thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem. Jennifer McGrail, Wade Dunn (Gradient, Tulsa), and Kristin Garcia (The Verge, Oklahoma City) discuss statewide collaboration, resources, and programs supporting startups—from coworking and accelerators to funding and mentorship.
They highlight the Oklahoma Commercia...
In this special episode of "Innovate That," recorded at the Global Entrepreneurship Congress, host Jennifer McGrail spotlights Oklahoma’s vibrant innovation scene. Joined by Wade from Gradient and Kristin Garcia, they discuss groundbreaking startups such as Cube Nexus and Apricot Health AI, which are revolutionizing spatial data and healthcare.
The conversation also honors pioneering founders, including those behind You Ne...
In this special edition of the "Innovate That" podcast, recorded at the Global Entrepreneurship Congress, OCAST’s host, Jennifer McGrail and guests from Gradient (Tulsa) and The Verge (Oklahoma City) discuss Oklahoma’s rich legacy of innovation and its thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem.
They highlight the state’s historic inventions, community-driven support for startups, and strategic focus on sectors like en...
This special episode of "Innovate That" was recorded live at the Global Entrepreneurship Congress in Indianapolis. Jennifer McGrail is joined by Wade Dunn from Gradient in Tulsa and Kristin Garcia from The Verge in Oklahoma City.
Together, they discuss Oklahoma’s rapidly growing startup ecosystem, share insights from the global event, and address common misconceptions about innovation in their state. Highlighting collabora...
In this latest episode of Innovate That, Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell talks with Steve Cole, Director of the WindShape Test Facility in Tulsa, OK.
Founded by five engineers in Switzerland, WindShape is redefining drone testing by recreating real-world weather conditions like wind, rain, and lightning in a controlled environment—helping validate performance and safety like never before.
Lt. Gov Matt Pinnell sat down with Shoaib Shaikh, Co-Founder|CEO and Michael Teicheira, Chief of Operations at XPLOSafe, an Oklahoma company developing cutting-edge chemical safety and air monitoring tech — tools that are protecting lives on Earth and contributing to NASA’s mission in space.
Join Oklahoma Lt. Gov Matt Pinnell and Jenny Cochran of Zeeco, Inc. You will learn how Zeeco is innovating with its Advanced Research Complex (ARC), prioritizing sustainability, and benefiting from OCAST's Industry Innovation funding to lead in global impact and efficiency.
Listen to the latest Innovate That podcast with Lt. Gov. Matt Pinnell and Kraettli L. Epperson, CEO of Vigilant Aerospace Systems, about the future of drones, aerospace innovation, and Oklahoma’s leadership in advanced air mobility.
Oklahoma Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell is back with another episode of Innovate That! Today, we’re joined by Dr. Pinkey Patel, founder and CEO of Myri Health—a groundbreaking platform revolutionizing maternal health with cutting-edge technology and personalized care.
In the latest episode of the Innovate That Podcast, Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell sits down with Ron Mercer, President of Bedrock Ventures, to discuss their groundbreaking work in energy diversification.
In this SPECIAL STAFF edition of Innovate That!, your host Makeba Griffin and co-host Mark Ballard take you behind the scenes to meet the incredible OCAST staff.—both proud members of the OCAST staff—take you behind the scenes to meet the incredible team driving innovation across Oklahoma. Learn about their roles, hear fun facts about what inspires them, and discover the passion and dedication behind OCAST’s missi...
In this episode of Innovate That, hosted by Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell, we talk with Alison Watkins, founder of Watkins-Conti Products. Alison shares the story behind Yoni Fit®, an innovative solution transforming pelvic health care, and the challenges she faced bringing it to market. Tune in to hear how she's partnering with healthcare institutions and making a difference right here in Oklahoma.
In this episode, Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell talks with the co-founders of Cadenza Bio, Dr. Carol Curtis and Dr. Elaine Hamm. Cadenza Bio is a biotech company developing new treatments for diseases that damage nerves and cause inflammation. Their mission is to stop disease progression, support healing, and improve patients' lives.
Join us as Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell talks with Johnathan Burgess, Founder & Chief Executive Officer with Burgess Aerospace Innovation (BAI). In this episode you will hear how BAI is revolutionizing livestock management through aerial surveillance using drones.
Join Lt. Gov Matt Pinnell and "guests" for an insightful recap of the OCAST Innovation Conference and Expo! In this episode, you will hear from the event sponsors, guest speakers, lenders, founders and exhibitors highlighting their most impactful takeaways from the event.
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