Jared Ruth's guest appearances

Jared Ruth

Tacos and Tech Podcast

James Martin

Sarah Cooper

Brad Feld

Sarah Davis

Paul Puey

Felena Hanson

Mike Roberts

Steven Cox

Rebecca Rosen

Tristan Cooper

Tara Falcone

Zeb Evans

Todd Harris

Tim Ellis

Sashee Chandran

OwlTail

Listen on Apple,  Google,  Spotify, and other platforms.  Jared gives an overview of what Cox Business is and what they're currently focusing on [02:51] Jared talks about what it was like for their company to deal with the pandemic and how their business manage to persevere [05:07] Tim mentions focusing on customers and paying attention to markets trends as one of their big core fundamentals [06:24] Jared talks about the changes that happen as startups make the transition of growing the business, including the tech side of it [09:17] Tim shares the importance of the cyber side for startup businesses and why SMBs become prime targets of ransomware attacks [12:57] Jared talks about the hardware side of businesses and the trends they're seeing, such as the hybrid approach [15:56] Tim gives an example of how they can help businesses who have unique needs in terms of cloud service environment [18:28] Jared shares the roles you need and doesn't need in a team for your organization [21:42] Tim adds why knowing what you want to safeguard and protect your business from is essential [25:08] Jared shares what they've been noticing in terms of data ownership and the role of the CIO and CTO [26:36] Jared shares the trend they're seeing with ransomware [29:36] Tim talks about the trend of DDoS attacks [32:09] Jared shares why small businesses aren't necessarily safe from ransomware attacks [33:53] Tim talks about return to office hybrid and why he thinks the trend is customization [36:20] Jared shares why he thinks that business environment has been similar and why it's more about creating the right balance [37:37] Jared shares why Cox chooses to engage with premium suppliers and how this helps small businesses to expand and grow [40:42] Jared and Tim share their favorite taco spots, SC Ranch Market and Albertacos [43:15]  Follow Jared online LinkedIn   Follow Tim online LinkedIn   Cox Business Website | LinkedIn

Listen on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1374814595" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cDovL3RhY29zYW5kdGVjaC5saWJzeW4uY29tL3Jzcw==" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Google</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0PdtE1ygmW1Ttx21pVTcxb?si=5VyfhTJyRLmnzTMXPPEaUQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Spotify</a>, and <a href="https://plinkhq.com/i/1374814595?to=page" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">other platforms.</a> <ul> <li>Jared gives an overview of what Cox Business is and what they're currently focusing on [02:51]</li> <li>Jared talks about what it was like for their company to deal with the pandemic and how their business manage to persevere [05:07]</li> <li>Tim mentions focusing on customers and paying attention to markets trends as one of their big core fundamentals [06:24]</li> <li>Jared talks about the changes that happen as startups make the transition of growing the business, including the tech side of it [09:17]</li> <li>Tim shares the importance of the cyber side for startup businesses and why SMBs become prime targets of ransomware attacks [12:57]</li> <li>Jared talks about the hardware side of businesses and the trends they're seeing, such as the hybrid approach [15:56]</li> <li>Tim gives an example of how they can help businesses who have unique needs in terms of cloud service environment [18:28]</li> <li>Jared shares the roles you need and doesn't need in a team for your organization [21:42]</li> <li>Tim adds why knowing what you want to safeguard and protect your business from is essential [25:08]</li> <li>Jared shares what they've been noticing in terms of data ownership and the role of the CIO and CTO [26:36]</li> <li>Jared shares the trend they're seeing with ransomware [29:36]</li> <li>Tim talks about the trend of DDoS attacks [32:09]</li> <li>Jared shares why small businesses aren't necessarily safe from ransomware attacks [33:53]</li> <li>Tim talks about return to office hybrid and why he thinks the trend is customization [36:20]</li> <li>Jared shares why he thinks that business environment has been similar and why it's more about creating the right balance [37:37]</li> <li>Jared shares why Cox chooses to engage with premium suppliers and how this helps small businesses to expand and grow [40:42]</li> <li>Jared and Tim share their favorite taco spots, SC Ranch Market and Albertacos [43:15]</li> </ul> Follow Jared online <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredruth/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> Follow Tim online <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothy-ellis-5030719/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> Cox Business <a href="https://www.cox.com/business/home.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> | <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/cox-business/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>

Providing the Right Tools and Services to Help Small Businesses Grow With Jared Ruth and Tim Ellis of Cox Business

Ron Lev

Listen on Apple,  Google,  Spotify, and other platforms. Cox Business services small, medium and enterprise-level businesses. As the third largest cable provider in the nation with 6.5 million customers and 55,000+ employees, Cox has seen significant changes in the past year as a result of the pandemic.  In this week’s podcast, Jared Ruth, Director of Marketing for Cloud, Channel, and Carrier at Cox Business, and Ron Lev, Executive Director of New Growth and Development at Cox Communications, share their insights about cloud communication and its future at Cox.  As long-time telecom executives, they both have seen the massive technological advances made in the last 20 years. Jared reflects on the original use of modems and the quick switch to wireless tech and cell phones. He talks about how company founder James Cox was a visionary and innovator and did what he needed in order to stay relevant in an ever changing industry more than 120 years ago. This message still remains foundational for how the company iterates its technology.  As a result of the pandemic, many companies were forced to shift with little instruction on how to do it. Cox even had to take 95% of its 55,000+ team virtual. This created an even greater need for cloud software and general company ‘virtualization.’ With ransomware running rampant, the need for close, protected data has also grown. Ron’s team works on doing just that - to get cloud data closer to the user with more customer support.  As he has started to work on cloud software with SMBs more often, he found that these companies prefer more backend support. This is one aspect that sets Cox apart from other cloud providers like Microsoft and Amazon. Jared said that things would be easier if companies were always in the same stage of the virtualization process, but each company is unique. This creates the need for an individualized solution that isn’t always provided by other providers. In a new generation reliant on fast internet and a seamless experience, Cox has begun to focus on more low latency solutions. The company’s quick technology will become increasingly important with IoT, self-driving cars, and smart city infrastructure.  Listen in to hear more about the company’s growth as a result of COVID-19 and how Cox has shifted its technology as a result.   The Team’s Favorite Tacos: Jared: Tacos El Gordo, Oscar’s, City Tacos, among others! Ron: Carniceria Los Rios Connect with Jared and Ron on LinkedIn:  Jared Ron Keep up with Cox: Website LinkedIn Facebook: @coxbusiness   Thanks to our partners at Cox Business for their support in enabling us to grow the San Diego tech ecosystem.

Listen on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1374814595" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Apple</a>, <a href="https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cDovL3RhY29zYW5kdGVjaC5saWJzeW4uY29tL3Jzcw==" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Google</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0PdtE1ygmW1Ttx21pVTcxb?si=5VyfhTJyRLmnzTMXPPEaUQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Spotify</a>, and <a href="https://plinkhq.com/i/1374814595?to=page" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">other platforms.</a> <a href="https://www.cox.com/business/home.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cox Business</a> services small, medium and enterprise-level businesses. As the third largest cable provider in the nation with 6.5 million customers and 55,000+ employees, Cox has seen significant changes in the past year as a result of the pandemic.  In this week’s podcast, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredruth/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jared Ruth</a>, Director of Marketing for Cloud, Channel, and Carrier at Cox Business, and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-lev/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ron Lev</a>, Executive Director of New Growth and Development at Cox Communications, share their insights about cloud communication and its future at Cox.  As long-time telecom executives, they both have seen the massive technological advances made in the last 20 years. Jared reflects on the original use of modems and the quick switch to wireless tech and cell phones. He talks about how company founder James Cox was a visionary and innovator and did what he needed in order to stay relevant in an ever changing industry more than 120 years ago. This message still remains foundational for how the company iterates its technology.  As a result of the pandemic, many companies were forced to shift with little instruction on how to do it. Cox even had to take 95% of its 55,000+ team virtual. This created an even greater need for cloud software and general company ‘virtualization.’ With ransomware running rampant, the need for close, protected data has also grown. Ron’s team works on doing just that - to get cloud data closer to the user with more customer support.  As he has started to work on cloud software with SMBs more often, he found that these companies prefer more backend support. This is one aspect that sets Cox apart from other cloud providers like <a href="https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Microsoft</a> and <a href="https://aws.amazon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amazon</a>. Jared said that things would be easier if companies were always in the same stage of the virtualization process, but each company is unique. This creates the need for an individualized solution that isn’t always provided by other providers. In a new generation reliant on fast internet and a seamless experience, Cox has begun to focus on more low latency solutions. The company’s quick technology will become increasingly important with IoT, self-driving cars, and smart city infrastructure.  Listen in to hear more about the company’s growth as a result of COVID-19 and how Cox has shifted its technology as a result. The Team’s Favorite Tacos: Jared: <a href="http://tacoselgordobc.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tacos El Gordo</a>, <a href="http://www.oscarsmexicanseafood.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Oscar’s</a>, <a href="http://citytacossd.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">City Tacos</a>, among others! Ron: Carniceria Los Rios Connect with Jared and Ron on LinkedIn:  <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredruth/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jared</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-lev/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ron</a> Keep up with Cox: <a href="https://www.cox.com/business/home.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/cox-business/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CoxBusiness" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook:</a> @coxbusiness Thanks to our partners at Cox Business for their support in enabling us to grow the San Diego tech ecosystem.

Connecting Customers to the Cloud with Jared Ruth and Ron Lev