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CTRL-ALT-LEAD with David Hinson, Campus CIO at Boldyn Networks, is a podcast to create a space where thoughts and lived experiences on the intersection of technology, management, and leadership can be surfaced – as well as practical advice on how we as higher education leaders can apply real-world lessons in the art of good governance – all in the service of becoming better mentors, better colleagues, and better leaders. Intro music by David Hinson. Some episodes of Ctrl-Alt-Lead use an AI-generated voice model trained on David’s voice to narrate scripts he writes. This workflow allows for consistent audio quality and more frequent content, without compromising the originality or authorship of the ideas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CTRL-ALT-LEAD with David Hinson is hosted by David Hinson. The show has published 28 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Managed Services - a Survival Strategy Guide" (23 July 2026, 10 minutes), "Plumbing, Not Hype: The Real Higher Ed Tech Priority" (9 June 2026, 13 minutes), and "When “Commuter” is No Longer the Mission" (8 May 2026, 7 minutes).
CTRL-ALT-LEAD with David Hinson publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 10 minutes across 28 episodes.
Booking probability for CTRL-ALT-LEAD with David Hinson is 39%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. CTRL-ALT-LEAD with David Hinson requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. CTRL-ALT-LEAD with David Hinson's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for CTRL-ALT-LEAD with David Hinson are Universities & Colleges and IT Services & Software Development. CTRL-ALT-LEAD with David Hinson has an education audience.
David Hinson hosts CTRL-ALT-LEAD with David Hinson, an education podcast with 28 episodes published.
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Episode #28
Higher education IT is facing 2026-level complexity with staffing models that often haven't evolved in decades. As workloads, security demands, compliance obligations, and technology expectations continue to grow, CIOs...
Higher ed leaders are being pushed to chase AI, but most campuses aren’t ready because their core systems are fragmented, inefficient, and exposed. The real priority isn’t new technology; it’s fixing the foundation...
Episode #26
Community colleges are rapidly adding housing not as a lifestyle upgrade but as a survival strategy driven by enrollment pressure, student basic-needs instability, and regional gaps left by closing institutions. That...
Episode #25
<p>Higher ed can’t keep operating in a reactive mode (constantly firefighting enrollment dips, budget shifts, and student or workforce challenges) when data, human behavior, and technology are all shifting too quickly...
<p>Higher Ed IT leaders often focus on cybersecurity, but the deeper risk they navigate is reputational, especially when critical warnings go unheard or unseen. This episode explores how IT leaders must translate...
Episode #23
<p>This episode of Ctrl-Alt-LEAD explains how professionals in higher education can focus on work that creates lasting leverage, rather than just motion. It highlights five habits—improving one system, investing in a...
<p>This episode of Ctrl-Alt-LEAD focuses on five critical actions independent college and university CIOs must take in 2026 to keep their institutions resilient and relevant. David emphasizes shifting from recovery to...
<p>In this episode of Ctrl-Alt-LEAD, David digs into how financial strain is putting higher ed IT teams under pressure just as cybersecurity threats ramp up and infrastructure needs grow. He breaks down why so many tech...
Episode #20
<p>In this episode of Ctrl-Alt-LEAD, David describes why reliable and ubiquitous campus connectivity isn’t simply an amenity, it’s a non-negotiable necessity. </p><br><p>This week’s episode uses an AI voice clone...
<p>In this episode of Ctrl-Alt-LEAD, David explores how foundational infrastructure, especially within residence halls, sets the stage for smart campus innovation. He also dives into the evolving role of ResNet, the...
Episode #18
<p>In this episode of Ctrl-Alt-LEAD, David explores his experiment with AI voice cloning—why he tried it, how it works, and what it means for creators and leaders. He shares the practical benefits of using AI to lighten...
<p>In this episode of Ctrl-Alt-Lead, David shares a personal story about an anonymous series of origami gifts that revealed the profound impact of recognition and connection in professional settings. He reflects on how...
Episode #16
In this episode of ctrl-alt-LEAD, David shares a pragmatic playbook for navigating presidential transitions in higher ed, one of the most disruptive events a CIO can face. He outlines the strategic, political, and...
Episode #15
<p>In this episode of ctrl-alt-LEAD, David Hinson explores the critical role of individual agency in fostering resilient, high-functioning teams. He challenges leaders to create professional environments where...
Episode #14
Higher Ed IT is indeed a Big Tent, providing governance, oversight, and services heretofore the responsibility of other campus stakeholders. In this episode of ctrl-alt-LEAD, David Hinson, Campus CIO for Boldyn Networks...
Episode #13
<p>Is your campus IT mindset still stuck in 2019? In this episode of ctrl-alt-LEAD, Boldyn Networks’ Higher Ed Campus CIO David Hinson challenges the status quo and calls on IT leaders to stop chasing tickets and start...
Episode #12
Outsourcing ResNet isn’t about losing control—it’s about unlocking focus, scale, and student experience. By shifting from break-fix firefighting to strategic enablement, leaders can finally exceed campus living...
Episode #11
In uncertain times, brittle systems break — and so do brittle cultures. Our job as CIOs is not just to deploy to the cloud or defend the perimeter. It's to enable and empower people who remain calm in chaos, are...
Episode #10
Imposter syndrome doesn’t mean you aren’t qualified — it means you care about doing your absolute best. True confidence comes from acting, embracing growth, and giving yourself permission to own your success.<p > Hosted...
Episode #9
<p>We are blanketed - often without our notice - with design choices that are there to make us slow down, focus, and alter – sometimes even forcing - our behaviors.</p><br><p>Building points of constriction, intentional...
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