The

Software

Leaders

UNCENSORED

Podcast

Hosted by Steve Taplin

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Software Leaders Uncensored isn’t your typical tech podcast—it’s a candid dive into the minds of the industry’s top innovators. Each episode is a raw, behind-the-scenes conversation with the leaders who are shaping the future of software—how they’re building, scaling, and dominating in their markets. This is where cutting-edge tech meets unfiltered storytelling.

Share Your Expertise - Position yourself as a thought leader, sharing your unique insights, experiences, and strategies to an engaged audience eager to learn.

Grow Your Reach - Our podcast connects with a diverse network of business owners, industry professionals, and potential clients expanding your visibility and influence.

Inspire and Educate - Your story can inspire others facing similar challenges or looking for actionable strategies to level up their business.

Connect with Like-Minded Leaders - Our guests become part of a powerful network, opening doors to new collaborations, partnerships, and friendships with other industry experts.

Our Mission

We launched the Software Leaders Uncensored

podcast with one simple goal: to create the resource we wish we had when navigating the ever-evolving world of technology leadership.

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, CTOs and tech leaders are expected to do it all—drive innovation, scale engineering teams, manage budgets, stay ahead of AI and emerging technologies, and somehow still have time to mentor, strategize, and execute.

Meet The Host

Steve Taplin – CEO & Founder, Sonatafy Technology

Steve Taplin is the CEO and Founder of Sonatafy Technology, a leading software development firm specializing in elite enterprise software and engineering solutions. Under his leadership, Sonatafy has experienced rapid growth, including a 408% revenue increase over three years and recognition on the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing companies.

His strategic approach to scaling organizations and building high-performing engineering teams has made Sonatafy a trusted partner to top-tier clients across North America. With over 20 years of experience in the technology sector, Steve has held senior leadership roles at major Fortune 500 companies, including IBM and DXC Technology. His background spans enterprise systems, software engineering, and digital transformation, and he brings a founder’s mindset to every engagement—focusing on speed, ROI, and real business outcomes.

Steve’s thought leadership has been featured in leading publications such as Forbes and Entrepreneur. He is also a published author and host of the Software Leaders UNCENSORED podcast, where he interviews top technology executives to explore the future of software innovation and leadership. Passionate about building exceptional engineering cultures, Steve believes in investing in elite talent to drive greater velocity, accountability, and impact across every layer of an organization.

From turnaround projects to scalable growth strategies, Steve leads with a hands-on, execution-focused style that keeps clients moving forward and teams delivering at their best.

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