Redefining AI - Artificial Intelligence with Squirro

Spotlight Episode: Matthew Theurer on Hyperspectral AI, Physics-Driven Intelligence & the Future of Multimodal TechWelcome back to Redefining AI, the award winning tech podcast powered by Squirro, the Enterprise Generative AI Platform. Today's episode is not just another conversation—it's the spotlight of episode eight.In this episode, Lauren Hawker Zafer is joined by Matthew Theurer, a visionary technologist, entrepreneur, and now co-founder and CEO of Hyperspectral.ai. With over 30 years of experience across government and industry—from pioneering work at the NIH to leading the $1.2B acquisition of Virtustream—Matthew is no stranger to building companies that redefine what's possible.This spotlight episode explores:

After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024 Redefining AI returns with an electrifying Season Four!Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations.In this episode of Redefining AI, host Lauren Hawker Zafer sits down with Dr. Ja-Naé Duane and Steve Fisher.For over 20 years, behavioral scientist ⁠Dr. Ja-Naé Duane⁠ dedicated herself to one mission: Make life better for one billion people. This award-winning innovator and expert on global systems focuses on helping corporations, governments, and universities understand and develop systems of the future using emerging technology such as VR/AR, AI, and blockchain. Ja-Nae guides companies forward, helping them get out of their own way to create exponential innovation and future forecasting. She has had the pleasure of working with companies such as PWC, Saudi Aramco, Yum Brands, Samsonite, Natixis, AIG, and Deloitte. A top-rated speaker within the Singularity University community and the author of the bestseller, “The Startup Equation,” Ja-Nae is helping both startups and multinational firms identify new business models and pathways for global scale.Over the years, her work has caught the attention of The Associated Press, NPR, The Boston Globe, and BusinessWeek. Ja-Nae holds degrees from Brown University, I.E. Business School, Northeastern University, Carnegie University, Bentley University, and Boston University. Ja-Nae is a member of the Loomis Council at the Stimson Center, collaborator with the National Institute of Health, and holds appointments at Brown University and MIT's Center for Information Systems Research. ⁠Steven Fisher⁠ is a visionary futurist, innovation leader, and design strategist with over 30 years of experience driving transformational change. Passionate about reimagining business models, he leverages cutting-edge advancements—especially Generative AI—to empower organizations across industries to navigate complexity and seize future opportunities. As a leader in foresight and innovation, Steven has consistently spearheaded high-impact initiatives at renowned organizations. At McKinsey & Company, he co-founded the Futures Practice, integrating strategic foresight and speculative design to help businesses anticipate and adapt to an uncertain future. At FTI Consulting, he led the adoption of Generative AI for business model transformation, pioneering new AI-driven solutions that delivered measurable impact across industries.Beyond corporate leadership, Steven is the Managing Partner of Revolution Factory, a global innovation firm that fosters cutting-edge solutions through AI, strategic foresight, and design thinking. He also serves as Chief Futurist at the Human Frontier Institute (HFI), where he explores emerging trends, conducts research on future-oriented challenges, and mentors leaders in strategic foresight.A prolific thought leader and author, Steven co-authored the best-selling The Startup Equation (McGraw Hill, 2016) and is currently developing two new books—SuperShifts (2025) and Designing the Future (2026)—which delve into the future of business, technology, and human adaptation. He shares his insights through keynotes, industry publications, and his podcasts—the Think Forward Show and Off World Podcast—which explore the intersection of innovation, AI, and humanity's expansion beyond Earth.Committed to democratizing futures thinking, Steven believes that understanding human history and patterns of change is essential to building resilient, future-ready organizations. His expertise in Generative AI, strategic foresight, and design-led innovation enables him to help organizations anticipate challenges and seize opportunities with confidence.Follow and subscribe to Redefining AI to join us in the full episode!#ai #redefiningai #spotify #techpodcast

After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024 Redefining AI returns with an electrifying Season Four!Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations.In the upcoming episode of Redefining AI, host Lauren Hawker Zafer sits down with Dr. Ja-Naé Duane and Steve Fisher.For over 20 years, behavioral scientist Dr. Ja-Naé Duane dedicated herself to one mission: Make life better for one billion people. This award-winning innovator and expert on global systems focuses on helping corporations, governments, and universities understand and develop systems of the future using emerging technology such as VR/AR, AI, and blockchain. Ja-Nae guides companies forward, helping them get out of their own way to create exponential innovation and future forecasting. She has had the pleasure of working with companies such as PWC, Saudi Aramco, Yum Brands, Samsonite, Natixis, AIG, and Deloitte. A top-rated speaker within the Singularity University community and the author of the bestseller, “The Startup Equation,” Ja-Nae is helping both startups and multinational firms identify new business models and pathways for global scale.Over the years, her work has caught the attention of The Associated Press, NPR, The Boston Globe, and BusinessWeek. Ja-Nae holds degrees from Brown University, I.E. Business School, Northeastern University, Carnegie University, Bentley University, and Boston University. Ja-Nae is a member of the Loomis Council at the Stimson Center, collaborator with the National Institute of Health, and holds appointments at Brown University and MIT's Center for Information Systems Research. Steven Fisher is a visionary futurist, innovation leader, and design strategist with over 30 years of experience driving transformational change. Passionate about reimagining business models, he leverages cutting-edge advancements—especially Generative AI—to empower organizations across industries to navigate complexity and seize future opportunities. As a leader in foresight and innovation, Steven has consistently spearheaded high-impact initiatives at renowned organizations. At McKinsey & Company, he co-founded the Futures Practice, integrating strategic foresight and speculative design to help businesses anticipate and adapt to an uncertain future. At FTI Consulting, he led the adoption of Generative AI for business model transformation, pioneering new AI-driven solutions that delivered measurable impact across industries.Beyond corporate leadership, Steven is the Managing Partner of Revolution Factory, a global innovation firm that fosters cutting-edge solutions through AI, strategic foresight, and design thinking. He also serves as Chief Futurist at the Human Frontier Institute (HFI), where he explores emerging trends, conducts research on future-oriented challenges, and mentors leaders in strategic foresight.A prolific thought leader and author, Steven co-authored the best-selling The Startup Equation (McGraw Hill, 2016) and is currently developing two new books—SuperShifts (2025) and Designing the Future (2026)—which delve into the future of business, technology, and human adaptation. He shares his insights through keynotes, industry publications, and his podcasts—the Think Forward Show and Off World Podcast—which explore the intersection of innovation, AI, and humanity's expansion beyond Earth.Committed to democratizing futures thinking, Steven believes that understanding human history and patterns of change is essential to building resilient, future-ready organizations. His expertise in Generative AI, strategic foresight, and design-led innovation enables him to help organizations anticipate challenges and seize opportunities with confidence.Follow and subscribe to Redefining AI to join us in the full episode!#ai #redefiningai #spotify #techpodcast

After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024, Redefining AI returns with an electrifying Season Four!Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations.In this episode of Redefining AI, host Lauren Hawker Zafer sits down with Jenny Fielding: investor, founder, operator, professor, and author of Venture Everywhere.With a career that spans over 300 startup investments, including fintech, healthtech, and edtech disruptors like Alloy, Particle Health, and Pair Eyewear, Jenny offers rare insights into the future of AI startups, founder-first investing, and the changing landscape of early-stage tech innovation.Together, they explore:What separates AI hype from real-world investable opportunitiesHow to build ethical, responsible AI startupsThe rise of founder-market fit in the age of GenAI toolsNavigating trust, regulation, and scale in sectors like fintech, healthcare, and educationHow Gen Z entrepreneurs are rethinking AI and purposeWhat it truly takes to build a scalable and meaningful AI companyJenny also shares lessons from Columbia and Cornell Tech, her thoughts on democratizing entrepreneurship globally, and why her book Venture Everywhere is a call to action for responsible innovation.Whether you're a tech founder, investor, or simply curious about the future of AI entrepreneurship, this conversation offers clarity, candor, and bold ideas for building what matters.

After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024, Redefining AI returns with an electrifying Season Four!Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations.In the upcoming episode of Redefining AI, host Lauren Hawker Zafer sits down with Jenny Fielding: investor, founder, operator, professor, and author of Venture Everywhere.With a career that spans over 300 startup investments, including fintech, healthtech, and edtech disruptors like Alloy, Particle Health, and Pair Eyewear, Jenny offers rare insights into the future of AI startups, founder-first investing, and the changing landscape of early-stage tech innovation.Together, we explore:What separates AI hype from real-world investable opportunitiesHow to build ethical, responsible AI startupsThe rise of founder-market fit in the age of GenAI toolsNavigating trust, regulation, and scale in sectors like fintech, healthcare, and educationHow Gen Z entrepreneurs are rethinking AI and purposeWhat it truly takes to build a scalable and meaningful AI companyJenny also shares lessons from Columbia and Cornell Tech, her thoughts on democratizing entrepreneurship globally, and why her book Venture Everywhere is a call to action for responsible innovation.Whether you're a tech founder, investor, or simply curious about the future of AI entrepreneurship, this conversation offers clarity, candor, and bold ideas for building what matters.

After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024, Redefining AI returns with an electrifying Season Four!Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations.In this episode of Redefining AI, host Lauren Hawker Zafer sits down with Dr. Serena Huang—renowned Chief Data Officer, Fortune 100 AI consultant, and author of The Inclusion Equation. Together, they explore how data and AI are transforming Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) and employee wellbeing across industries.Dr. Huang shares groundbreaking insights on how to use AI to quantify inclusion, foster psychological safety, and drive measurable ROI in DEI initiatives. From ethical data use to mental health innovation, this conversation tackles the powerful intersection of human values and machine intelligence.

After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024, Redefining AI returns with an electrifying Season Four!Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations.In the upcoming episode of Redefining AI, host Lauren Hawker Zafer sits down with Dr. Serena Huang—renowned Chief Data Officer, Fortune 100 AI consultant, and author of The Inclusion Equation. Together, they explore how data and AI are transforming Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) and employee wellbeing across industries.Dr. Huang shares groundbreaking insights on how to use AI to quantify inclusion, foster psychological safety, and drive measurable ROI in DEI initiatives. From ethical data use to mental health innovation, this conversation tackles the powerful intersection of human values and machine intelligence.

After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024, Redefining AI returns with an electrifying season four!Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations.Episode Four, dives deep into a conversation around: the transformative force of AI and if it can elevate human creativity and leadership rather than replace it?Host Lauren Hawker Zafer welcomes Faisal Hoque—entrepreneur, best-selling author, and globally recognized thought leader. His upcoming book, Transcend: Unlocking Humanity in the Age of AI, explores how AI can drive innovation, ethical leadership, and sustainable business growth.In the upcoming episode, you will learn about:- The OPEN framework for unlocking AI's full potential- The CARE framework for mitigating AI risks- 7 critical thinking skills every business leader needs in an AI-powered world- How AI enhances creativity and fuels innovation- The future of ethical AI leadership

After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024, Redefining AI returns with an electrifying Season Four!Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations.Spotlight Four, dives deep into a conversation around: the transformative force of AI and if it can elevate human creativity and leadership rather than replace it?Host Lauren Hawker Zafer welcomes Faisal Hoque—entrepreneur, best-selling author, and globally recognized thought leader. His upcoming book, Transcend: Unlocking Humanity in the Age of AI, explores how AI can drive innovation, ethical leadership, and sustainable business growth.In the upcoming episode, you will learn about:- The OPEN framework for unlocking AI's full potential- The CARE framework for mitigating AI risks- 7 critical thinking skills every business leader needs in an AI-powered world- How AI enhances creativity and fuels innovation- The future of ethical AI leadership

After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024, Redefining AI returns with an electrifying Season Four!Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations.Episode Three, dives deep into the transformative world of AI, ethics, and education with an extraordinary guest —Clara Hawking.Meet Clara Hawking: Clara isn't just a thought leader; she's a trailblazer at the forefront of AI ethics and education. As the Head of Artificial Intelligence at Globeducate, Clara leads the charge in integrating ethical AI into educational systems worldwide.Her multidisciplinary background—spanning three master's degrees, PhD-level research in political philosophy and psychology, and ongoing studies in cybersecurity—makes her insights both profound and actionable.Clara is also a global speaker, media contributor, and advocate for responsible AI, especially in protecting children in the digital age.In This Episode: Join us as Clara unpacks her journey from academia to AI governance, revealing how ethics, compliance, and risk management can be powerful tools for innovation.We discuss: Ethical AI for children: Strategies to protect privacy and well-being in a digital-first world. Turning AI compliance into a competitive advantage: Real-world examples of responsible AI driving business growth.Key Takeaways: Discover how to balance AI innovation with ethical responsibility, why AI governance matters more than ever, and how leaders can turn regulatory challenges into opportunities.Whether you're an educator, tech leader, parent, or AI enthusiast, this episode offers invaluable insights into building a future where technology serves humanity.#techpodcast #ai

After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024, Redefining AI returns with an electrifying Season Four!Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations.Spotlight Three, dives deep into the transformative world of AI, ethics, and education with an extraordinary guest —Clara Hawking.Meet Clara Hawking:Clara isn't just a thought leader; she's a trailblazer at the forefront of AI ethics and education. As the Head of Artificial Intelligence at Globeducate, Clara leads the charge in integrating ethical AI into educational systems worldwide.Her multidisciplinary background—spanning three master's degrees, PhD-level research in political philosophy and psychology, and ongoing studies in cybersecurity—makes her insights both profound and actionable.Clara is also a global speaker, media contributor, and advocate for responsible AI, especially in protecting children in the digital age.In This Episode:Join us as Clara unpacks her journey from academia to AI governance, revealing how ethics, compliance, and risk management can be powerful tools for innovation.We discuss:Ethical AI for children: Strategies to protect privacy and well-being in a digital-first world.Turning AI compliance into a competitive advantage: Real-world examples of responsible AI driving business growth.Key Takeaways:Discover how to balance AI innovation with ethical responsibility, why AI governance matters more than ever, and how leaders can turn regulatory challenges into opportunities.Whether you're an educator, tech leader, parent, or AI enthusiast, this episode offers invaluable insights into building a future where technology serves humanity.#techpodcast #ai

After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024, Redefining AI returns with an electrifying Season Four! Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations. Episode two guides us into a conversation with Kate O'Neill on What Matters Next: Navigating Leadership and Human-Centered Tech. Who is Kate O'Neill? Kate is founder and CEO of KO Insights, a strategic advisory firm which improves human experience at scale — especially in data-driven, algorithmically-optimized, AI-led interactions. Her clients and audiences include Adobe, the city of Amsterdam, the city of Austin, Cambridge, Coca-Cola, Etsy, Getty Images, Google, Harvard, IBM, McDonald's, Microsoft, the United Nations, Yale, and Zoom. Before starting KO Insights, Kate was one of the first 100 employees at Netflix, a technologist at Toshiba, and founder of the groundbreaking analytics firm, [meta]marketer. Kate has received awards and wide recognition. She was named “Technology Entrepreneur of the Year,” a “Power Leader in Technology,” a “Woman of Influence,” was featured by Google in the launch of their global campaign for women in entrepreneurship. Her insights have been featured in the New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and WIRED, and she has appeared as an expert tech commentator on the BBC and NPR. Known for her ability to make complex topics relatable, Kate is a sought-after keynote speaker, appearing at conferences and corporate events and has spoken to hundreds of thousands of audience members worldwide. She's written six books, including four on business strategy and technology: Tech Humanist, Pixels and Place, A Future So Bright, and What Matters Next. Why listen? This episode of Redefining AI is a must-listen for leaders, innovators, and tech enthusiasts navigating the fast-paced world of artificial intelligence and digital transformation. Featuring renowned tech strategist and author Kate O'Neill, we dive into essential topics like ethical AI, human-centered leadership, informed decision-making, and aligning business goals with meaningful human experiences. Kate shares actionable strategies from her new book, What Matters Next, offering frameworks like the "Now/Next Continuum" and generative thinking to help leaders balance innovation with responsibility. Packed with real-world examples and practical insights, this episode is perfect for anyone looking to future-proof their organization, embrace ethical technology, and lead with impact in 2025. Stream it now on Spotify to stay ahead in the AI-driven business landscape! #ai #techpodcast

After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024, Redefining AI returns with an electrifying Season Four! Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations. Spotlight Two, teases us into a conversation with Kate O'Neill on What Matters Next: Navigating Leadership and Human-Centered Tech. Who is Kate O'Neill? Kate is founder and CEO of KO Insights, a strategic advisory firm which improves human experience at scale — especially in data-driven, algorithmically-optimized, AI-led interactions. Her clients and audiences include Adobe, the city of Amsterdam, the city of Austin, Cambridge, Coca-Cola, Etsy, Getty Images, Google, Harvard, IBM, McDonald's, Microsoft, the United Nations, Yale, and Zoom. Before starting KO Insights, Kate was one of the first 100 employees at Netflix, a technologist at Toshiba, and founder of the groundbreaking analytics firm, [meta]marketer. Kate has received awards and wide recognition. She was named “Technology Entrepreneur of the Year,” a “Power Leader in Technology,” a “Woman of Influence,” was featured by Google in the launch of their global campaign for women in entrepreneurship. Her insights have been featured in the New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and WIRED, and she has appeared as an expert tech commentator on the BBC and NPR. Known for her ability to make complex topics relatable, Kate is a sought-after keynote speaker, appearing at conferences and corporate events and has spoken to hundreds of thousands of audience members worldwide. She's written six books, including four on business strategy and technology: Tech Humanist, Pixels and Place, A Future So Bright, and What Matters Next. Why listen? This episode of Redefining AI is a must-listen for leaders, innovators, and tech enthusiasts navigating the fast-paced world of artificial intelligence and digital transformation. Featuring renowned tech strategist and author Kate O'Neill, we dive into essential topics like ethical AI, human-centered leadership, informed decision-making, and aligning business goals with meaningful human experiences. Kate shares actionable strategies from her new book, What Matters Next, offering frameworks like the "Now/Next Continuum" and generative thinking to help leaders balance innovation with responsibility. Packed with real-world examples and practical insights, this episode is perfect for anyone looking to future-proof their organization, embrace ethical technology, and lead with impact in 2025. Stream it now on Spotify to stay ahead in the AI-driven business landscape!

After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024, Redefining AI returns with an electrifying Season Four! Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations. Kicking off with a visionary guest, Greg Shove, we explore his incredible journey through startups, leadership roles at Apple and AOL, and his current mission as CEO of Section, an online business school revolutionizing AI literacy. Who is Greg Shove? Greg Shove has a notable career marked by the founding and successful sale of three companies. He is currently the CEO of Section, a company dedicated to upskilling enterprises for the AI era. In August 2024, Scott Galloway highlighted Greg's expertise in AI and their long-standing friendship of over 30 years in his ⁠"No Mercy / No Malice"⁠ newsletter.  Their professional collaboration includes a partnership with 44 Blue Productions, announced in March 2020, to develop unscripted series and documentaries inspired by Galloway's books and perspectives on technology and relationships in the digital economy. Both Galloway and Shove serve as executive producers in this venture.  In addition to his entrepreneurial ventures, Greg Shove is the author of "Personal Math," a work that delves into personal development and maximizing individual potential.  Greg Shove is a distinguished entrepreneur and author with a rich history in the tech industry. Don't miss out on the insights that could reshape your business strategy and leadership approach! In episode one, we cover: The transformation and future of Section. Why AI literacy is essential for today's leaders. The integration of AI in decision-making and its impact on workflows. Balancing AI-driven insights with human intuition. The future of AI in education and the ethical boundaries of its use.

After winning the prestigious New York Digital Award in 2024, Redefining AI returns with an electrifying Season Four! Join your host Lauren Hawker Zafer, on behalf of Squirro, the Enterprise Gen AI Platform, as we embark on another season of groundbreaking conversations. Kicking off with a visionary guest, Greg Shove, we explore his incredible journey through startups, leadership roles at Apple and AOL, and his current mission as CEO of Section, an online business school revolutionizing AI literacy. In the upcoming premiere episode, we cover: The transformation and future of Section. Why AI literacy is essential for today's leaders. The integration of AI in decision-making and its impact on workflows. Balancing AI-driven insights with human intuition. The future of AI in education and the ethical boundaries of its use. Don't miss out on the insights that could reshape your business strategy and leadership approach!

Join host Lauren Hawker Zafer - Squirro CMO as she sits down with Dr. Imanol Schlag, a prominent researcher in the field of artificial intelligence and machine learning. Currently serving as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the ETH Zurich, Dr. Schlag has made significant contributions to the development of advanced neural network architectures and reasoning models. His academic journey includes a PhD under the guidance of renowned AI pioneer Jürgen Schmidhuber at the Swiss AI Lab, where he explored innovative approaches to enhance machine learning capabilities. Dr. Schlag's research focuses on the intersection of language models and quantitative reasoning, with several of his papers gaining recognition in top-tier conferences. He is known for his work on Linear Transformers and their applications in fast weight programming, which has generated substantial attention in the AI community. Join us, as we dive into Dr. Schlag's insights on the future of AI, the challenges of developing trustworthy models, and his vision for the role of machine learning in Swiss society. Whether you're an AI enthusiast or just curious about the latest advancements in technology, this conversation promises to be both enlightening and inspiring. Don't forget to subscribe and share your favourite episodes with your friends! #techpodcast #squirro #ai #transformation

Season Three - Spotlight Seventeen Our seventeenth spotlight of this season is a snippet of our upcoming episode: Pioneering the Future of AI - Language Models and the Swiss AI Initiative. Join host Lauren Hawker Zafer - Squirro CMO as she sits down with Dr. Imanol Schlag, a prominent researcher in the field of artificial intelligence and machine learning. Currently serving as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the ETH Zurich, Dr. Schlag has made significant contributions to the development of advanced neural network architectures and reasoning models. His academic journey includes a PhD under the guidance of renowned AI pioneer Jürgen Schmidhuber at the Swiss AI Lab, where he explored innovative approaches to enhance machine learning capabilities. Dr. Schlag's research focuses on the intersection of language models and quantitative reasoning, with several of his papers gaining recognition in top-tier conferences. He is known for his work on Linear Transformers and their applications in fast weight programming, which has generated substantial attention in the AI community. Join us, as we dive into Dr. Schlag's insights on the future of AI, the challenges of developing trustworthy models, and his vision for the role of machine learning in society. Whether you're an AI enthusiast or just curious about the latest advancements in technology, this conversation promises to be both enlightening and inspiring.

Join host Lauren Hawker Zafer - Squirro's CMO as she sits down with Andrew Amann, the dynamic CEO and co-founder of NineTwoThree studio, a leading AI agency known for driving digital transformation and winning multiple awards. In this episode, Lauren and Andrew unpack the secrets to building thriving tech businesses, the smartest ways to use AI tools for maximum efficiency, and the game-changing strategy of cultivating a community before launching a product. Andrew shares candid stories from his 18 years of experience, including his rollercoaster journey through 14 startups, the importance of resilience during tough times, and key lessons from managing crises like the Ukraine war's impact on his team. From practical tips on measuring ROI in AI projects to the essential phases of entrepreneurship, this episode is packed with wisdom for aspiring tech leaders and curious minds eager to learn about leveraging AI for growth. If you're passionate about technology, entrepreneurship, or the future of AI, this episode is a must-listen! #squirro #techpodcast #ai

Season Three - Spotlight Sixteen Our sixteenth spotlight of this season is a snippet of our upcoming episode: Andrew Amann - Building AI Ventures - Entrepreneurial Insights. Join host Lauren Hawker Zafer - Squirro CMO as she sits down with Andrew Amann, the dynamic CEO and co-founder of NineTwoThree studio, a leading AI agency known for driving digital transformation and winning multiple awards. They unpack the secrets to building thriving tech businesses, the smartest ways to use AI tools for maximum efficiency, and the game-changing strategy of cultivating a community before launching a product. Andrew shares candid stories from his 18 years of experience, including his rollercoaster journey through 14 startups, the importance of resilience during tough times, and key lessons from managing crises like the Ukraine war's impact on his team. From practical tips on measuring ROI in AI projects to the essential phases of entrepreneurship, this episode is packed with wisdom for aspiring tech leaders and curious minds eager to learn about leveraging AI for growth. If you're passionate about technology, entrepreneurship, or the future of AI, this episode is a must-listen! #squirro #techpodcast

In this episode Redefining Healthcare - Harnessing Data to Drive AI-Powered Change, Lauren Hawker Zafer engages with Dr. Mitesh Rao. This unique conversation dives into the advancement of healthcare and the immense possibilities that lie ahead when we harness the power of AI and data to shape a common language of data across the US healthcare landscape. Our show survives because of its community, don't forget to subscribe and share the show with your friends! Who is Dr. Mitesh B. Rao? Dr. Mitesh Rao, MD, MHS is the Founder and CEO of OMNY Health, a venture-backed company revolutionizing how healthcare organizations collaborate and advance science through the common language of data. Encompassing timely and comprehensive real-world data from direct partnerships with IDNs, AMCs, specialty networks, and other providers across the US, OMNY Health's proprietary platform provides the foundation for stakeholders across the healthcare ecosystem to compliantly and efficiently share data and insights, as well as pursue broader data-driven partnerships. Prior to founding OMNY Health, Dr. Rao developed a national reputation as a leader in healthcare safety. A Board-Certified Emergency Medicine Physician and Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at Stanford, he most recently served as the Chief Patient Safety Officer for Stanford Healthcare where he led Patient Safety, Quality, and System Redesign for the Enterprise. Dr. Rao also served as Director of the Center for Advancing Patient Safety at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, which focused on implementing new innovations in the fields of Patient Safety and Quality Improvement. Dr. Rao began his career as a Fellow in the Robert Wood Johnson Clinical Scholars Program at Yale University.  #ai #techpodcast #redefiningai #squirro

Season Three - Spotlight Fifteen Our fifthteen spotlight of this season is a snippet of our upcoming episode: Dr. Mitesh Rao - Redefining Healthcare - Harnessing Data to Drive AI-Powered Change. Join host Lauren Hawker Zafer and guest Dr. Mitesh B. Rao as they dive into healthcare and the immense possibilities that lie ahead when we harness the power of AI and data to shape the future of healthcare. Our show survives because of its community, don't forget to subscribe and share the show with your friends. Who is Dr. Mitesh B. Rao? Dr. Mitesh Rao, MD, MHS is the Founder and CEO of OMNY Health, a venture-backed company revolutionizing how healthcare organizations collaborate and advance science through the common language of data. Encompassing timely and comprehensive real-world data from direct partnerships with IDNs, AMCs, specialty networks, and other providers across the US, OMNY Health's proprietary platform provides the foundation for stakeholders across the healthcare ecosystem to compliantly and efficiently share data and insights, as well as pursue broader data-driven partnerships. Prior to founding OMNY Health, Dr. Rao developed a national reputation as a leader in healthcare safety. A Board-Certified Emergency Medicine Physician and Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at Stanford, he most recently served as the Chief Patient Safety Officer for Stanford Healthcare where he led Patient Safety, Quality, and System Redesign for the Enterprise. Dr. Rao also served as Director of the Center for Advancing Patient Safety at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, which focused on implementing new innovations in the fields of Patient Safety and Quality Improvement. Dr. Rao began his career as a Fellow in the Robert Wood Johnson Clinical Scholars Program at Yale University.  #ai #techpodcast #redefiningai #squirro

In this episode Lauren Hawker Zafer engages with Anders Indset. This fascinating conversation between Anders and Lauren focuses on the intersection between humanity and technology.  As a recognized thinker in technology and leadership by Thinkers50, Indset shares his perspective on emerging trends that will significantly impact these fields in the coming decade. This episode offers valuable insights for anyone interested in the intersection of culture, philosophy, and business innovation. Our show survives because of its community, don't forget to subscribe and share the show with your friends. Who is Anders Indset? Internationally acclaimed keynote speaker and “Business Philosopher” ⁠⁠Anders Indset⁠⁠—Norwegian-born author, deep-tech investor, and former elite athlete.Anders is a fifth-time Spiegel best-selling author, author of six international books, and has been recognized by Thinkers50 as one of the influential thinkers in the fields of technology and leadership in the years to come.  Anders has two decades of experience in working with multinational companies and is a sought-after ⁠⁠guest lecturer⁠⁠ at leading international business schools. Whether on big stages or in small groups, with his unconventional way of thinking and his inspiring and dynamic personality, he moves and activates people, and leads them beyond ‘the given' and what they hold to be self-evident. Anders' work focuses on the dialogue between philosophy and business, which has boundless potential. Philosophy—“the art of being wrong”—supports the continuous improvement of business models, methods, and strategies by critically questioning basic economic assumptions and beliefs and uncovering core problems.  The unlimited openness of this approach to paradoxes, differences, and ambiguities harbors the potential from which innovative and sustainable entrepreneurial perspectives and solutions can emerge. In his forthcoming book, ⁠⁠The Viking Code⁠⁠ (Wiley, September 2024) Anders reveals the secrets of Norwegian success in sports and beyond. By studying Norwegian success we can develop a new performance culture that is based on fun and positivity and deeply rooted in values. Anders Indset impressively shows what leaders in business and politics, as well as society as a whole, can learn from the Viking Code, and vividly illustrates how a new, value-based performance culture can become a reality. #ai #techpodcast #redefiningai #squirro

Season Three - Spotlight Fourteen Our fourteenth spotlight of this season is a snippet of our upcoming episode: Anders Indset - Activation, Progress and Technology - The Viking Code. Join host Lauren Hawker Zafer as she engages with Anders Indset. Anders and Lauren talk about the intersection between humanity and technology.  As a recognized thinker in technology and leadership by Thinkers50, Indset shares his perspective on emerging trends that will significantly impact these fields in the coming decade. This episode promises to offer valuable insights for anyone interested in the intersection of culture, philosophy, and business innovation. Our show survives because of its community, don't forget to subscribe and share the show with your friends. Who is Anders Indset? Internationally acclaimed keynote speaker and “Business Philosopher” ⁠Anders Indset⁠—Norwegian-born author, deep-tech investor, and former elite athlete.Anders is a fifth-time Spiegel best-selling author, author of six international books, and has been recognized by Thinkers50 as one of the influential thinkers in the fields of technology and leadership in the years to come.  Anders has two decades of experience in working with multinational companies and is a sought-after ⁠guest lecturer⁠ at leading international business schools. Whether on big stages or in small groups, with his unconventional way of thinking and his inspiring and dynamic personality, he moves and activates people, and leads them beyond ‘the given' and what they hold to be self-evident. Anders' work focuses on the dialogue between philosophy and business, which has boundless potential. Philosophy—“the art of being wrong”—supports the continuous improvement of business models, methods, and strategies by critically questioning basic economic assumptions and beliefs and uncovering core problems.  The unlimited openness of this approach to paradoxes, differences, and ambiguities harbors the potential from which innovative and sustainable entrepreneurial perspectives and solutions can emerge. In his forthcoming book, ⁠The Viking Code⁠ (Wiley, September 2024) Anders reveals the secrets of Norwegian success in sports and beyond. By studying Norwegian success we can develop a new performance culture that is based on fun and positivity and deeply rooted in values. Anders Indset impressively shows what leaders in business and politics, as well as society as a whole, can learn from the Viking Code, and vividly illustrates how a new, value-based performance culture can become a reality. #ai #techpodcast #redefiningai #squirro

In this episode, Pedro Domingos - AI - 2040 - Lauren Hawker Zafer is joined by Pedro Domingos. This unique conversation explores AI's impact on politics, particularly in voter targeting and campaign strategies, and the concept of AI as a tool for enhancing collective intelligence. Domingos, with over 200 technical publications and numerous accolades, shares insights on the future of AI, its challenges, and opportunities. Who is Pedro Domingos? Pedro Domingos is a renowned AI researcher, tech industry insider, and Professor Emeritus of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Washington. He is the author of the best-selling book The Master Algorithm: How the Quest for the Ultimate Learning Machine Will Remake Our World (Basic Books, 2015), which has been translated into over twelve languages and sold over 300,000 copies. He won the SIGKDD Innovation Award and the IJCAI John McCarthy Award, two of the highest honors in data science and AI. Domingos is Fellow of the AAAS and AAAI and received an NSF CAREER Award, a Sloan Fellowship, a Fulbright Scholarship, an IBM Faculty Award, several best paper awards, and other distinctions. Pedro received an undergraduate degree (1988) and M.S. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (1992) from IST in Lisbon and an M.S. (1994) and Ph.D. (1997) in Information and Computer Science from the University of California at Irvine. Pedro is the author/co-author of over 200 technical publications in machine learning, data science, and other areas. He's a member of the editorial board of the Machine Learning journal, co-founder of the International Machine Learning Society, and past associate editor of JAIR. He was the program co-chair of KDD-2003 and SRL-2009, and I've served on the program committees of AAAI, ICML, IJCAI, KDD, NIPS, SIGMOD, UAI, WWW, and others. His work has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Spectator, Scientific American, Wired, and elsewhere. Lastly, Domingos helped start the fields of statistical relational AI, data stream mining, adversarial learning, machine learning for information integration, and influence maximization in social networks. He lives in Seattle. #ai #techpodcast #redefiningai #squirro

Season Three - Spotlight Thirteen Our thirteenth spotlight of this season is a snippet of our upcoming episode: Pedro Domingos - AI - 2040 Join host Lauren Hawker Zafer as she engages with Pedro Domingos. This unique conversation explores AI's impact on politics, particularly in voter targeting and campaign strategies, and the concept of AI as a tool for enhancing collective intelligence. Domingos, with over 200 technical publications and numerous accolades, shares insights on the future of AI, its challenges, and opportunities. Who is Pedro Domingos? Pedro Domingos is a renowned AI researcher, tech industry insider, and Professor Emeritus of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Washington. He is the author of the best-selling book The Master Algorithm: How the Quest for the Ultimate Learning Machine Will Remake Our World (Basic Books, 2015), which has been translated into over twelve languages and sold over 300,000 copies. He won the SIGKDD Innovation Award and theIJCAI John McCarthy Award, two of the highesthonors in data science and AI. Domingos is Fellow of the AAAS and AAAI and received an NSF CAREER Award, a Sloan Fellowship, a Fulbright Scholarship, an IBM Faculty Award, several best paper awards, and other distinctions. Pedro received an undergraduate degree (1988) and M.S. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (1992) from IST in Lisbon and an M.S. (1994) and Ph.D. (1997) in Information and Computer Science from the University of California at Irvine. Pedro is the author/co-author of over 200 technical publications in machine learning, data science, and other areas. He's a member of the editorial board of the Machine Learning journal, co-founder of the International Machine Learning Society, and past associate editor of JAIR. He was the program co-chair of KDD-2003 and SRL-2009, and I've served on the program committees of AAAI, ICML, IJCAI, KDD, NIPS, SIGMOD, UAI, WWW, and others. His work has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Spectator, Scientific American, Wired, and elsewhere. Lastly, Domingos helped start the fields of statistical relational AI, data stream mining, adversarial learning, machine learning for information integration, and influence maximization in social networks. He lives in Seattle. #ai #techpodcast #redefiningai #squirro

In this episode, Kieran Gilmurray - The A - Z of Generative AI - Leveraging AI for Business - Lauren Hawker Zafer is joined by Kieran Gilmurray. Join Lauren Hawker Zafer as she engages with Kieran Gilmurray about the development of Generative AI and where it is on its own journey within business ecosystems. Who is Kieran Gilmurray? Kieran Gilmurray is an internationally acclaimed expert in AI, Automation, GenAI, and Digital Transformation with 30 years of experience. As an author, industry analyst, and real-world strategist, he has generated over $200 million in value for businesses through his innovative solutions and actionable strategies. Recognized as one of the top global experts in his field, Kieran regularly delivers keynote speeches worldwide and has been named in prestigious lists such as the Top 14 People to Follow in Data in 2023, Best LinkedIn Influencers Artificial Intelligence and Marketing 2024, and the World's Top 200 Business and Technology Innovators. His expertise spans across developing data analytics, automation, process improvement, and emerging technologies solutions for medium to global-scale organizations. He is also a published author, with two practical books on AI and GenAI that break down complex technical concepts for business professionals. With leadership roles in FTSE 100 companies and a track record of building global intelligent automation centers, Kieran Gilmurray continues to be a highly sought-after consultant and advisor in the rapidly evolving world of digital transformation and artificial intelligence. #redefiningai #techpodcast #squirro #generativeai

Season Three - Spotlight Twelve Our Twelfth spotlight of this season is a snippet of our upcoming episode: Kieran Gilmurray - The A-Z of Generative AI - Leveraging AI for Business. Join host Lauren Hawker Zafer as she engages with Kieran Gilmurray about the development of Generative AI and where it is on its own journey within business ecosystems. Who is Kieran Gilmurray? Kieran Gilmurray is an internationally acclaimed expert in AI, Automation, GenAI, and Digital Transformation with 30 years of experience. As an author, industry analyst, and real-world strategist, he has generated over $200 million in value for businesses through his innovative solutions and actionable strategies. Recognized as one of the top global experts in his field, Kieran regularly delivers keynote speeches worldwide and has been named in prestigious lists such as the Top 14 People to Follow in Data in 2023, Best LinkedIn Influencers Artificial Intelligence and Marketing 2024, and the World's Top 200 Business and Technology Innovators. His expertise spans across developing data analytics, automation, process improvement, and emerging technologies solutions for medium to global-scale organizations. He is also a published author, with two practical books on AI and GenAI that break down complex technical concepts for business professionals. With leadership roles in FTSE 100 companies and a track record of building global intelligent automation centers, Kieran Gilmurray continues to be a highly sought-after consultant and advisor in the rapidly evolving world of digital transformation and artificial intelligence.

In this episode, Matt Beane - How to Save Human Ability in the Age of Intelligent Machines - The Skills Code, Lauren Hawker Zafer is joined by Matt Beane. Lauren and Matt shape an accessible conversation around the future of work and what it means to be human in a world of intelligent machines. Who is Matt Beane? Matt Beane does field research on work involving robots and AI to uncover systematic positive exceptions that we can use across the broader world of work. His award-winning research has been published in top management journals such as Administrative Science Quarterly and Harvard Business Review, and he graced the TED stage. He also took a two-year hiatus from his PhD at MIT's Sloan School of Management to help found and fund Humatics, a full-stack IoT startup. In 2012 he was selected as a Human-Robot Interaction Pioneer, and in 2021 was named to the Thinkers50 Radar list. Beane is an assistant professor in the Technology Management department at the University of California, Santa Barbara, and a Digital Fellow with Stanford's Digital Economy Lab and MIT's Initiative on the Digital Economy. When he's not studying intelligent technologies and learning, he enjoys playing guitar; his morning coffee ritual with his wife, Kristen; and reading science fiction. “If you're worried about your skills becoming obsolete, this book may be your saving grace. Matt Beane has spent his career studying how to gain and maintain expertise as technology evolves, and his analysis is both engrossing and edifying.” —Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Hidden Potential and Think Again, and host of the TED podcast WorkLife “Beane shows us the true human-centered approach to AI advancements and how we must act now to achieve the next generation of human skills coupled with the productivity gains from AI.” —Fei Fei Li, Sequoia Professor of Computer Science, Founding, Director of Stanford Institute for Human-centered AI (HAI), Stanford University #ai #redefiningai #techpodcast #squirro

Season Three - Spotlight Eleven Our Eleventh spotlight of this season is a snippet of our upcoming episode: Matt Beane - How to Save Human Ability in an Age of Machine Intelligence. Join host Lauren Hawker Zafer as she engages with Matt Beane. Don't miss this unique redefining what in means to develop skill in the age of machine intelligence. Who is Matt Beane? Matt Beane does field research on work involving robots and AI to uncover systematic positive exceptions that we can use across the broader world of work. His award-winning research has been published in top management journals such as Administrative Science Quarterly and Harvard Business Review, and he graced the TED stage. He also took a two-year hiatus from his PhD at MIT's Sloan School of Management to help found and fund Humatics, a full-stack IoT startup. In 2012 he was selected as a Human-Robot Interaction Pioneer, and in 2021 was named to the Thinkers50 Radar list. Beane is an assistant professor in the Technology Management department at the University of California, Santa Barbara, and a Digital Fellow with Stanford's Digital Economy Lab and MIT's Initiative on the Digital Economy. When he's not studying intelligent technologies and learning, he enjoys playing guitar; his morning coffee ritual with his wife, Kristen; and reading science fiction. “If you're worried about your skills becoming obsolete, this book may be your saving grace. Matt Beane has spent his career studying how to gain and maintain expertise as technology evolves, and his analysis is both engrossing and edifying.” —Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Hidden Potential and Think Again, and host of the TED podcast WorkLife “Beane shows us the true human-centered approach to AI advancements and how we must act now to achieve the next generation of human skills coupled with the productivity gains from AI.” —Fei Fei Li, Sequoia Professor of Computer Science, Founding, Director of Stanford Institute for Human-centered AI (HAI), Stanford University #ai #redefiningai #techpodcast #squirro

In this episode, Petra Molnar - Surviving Migration in the Age of Artificial Intelligence, Lauren Hawker Zafer is joined by Petra Molnar. Lauren and Petra shape a critical conversation in which they redefine what ethical AI really means, especially when human lives and freedoms are at stake. Who is Petra Molnar? Petra Molnar is a lawyer and anthropologist specializing in migration and human rights. A former classical musician, she has been working in migrant justice since 2008, first as a settlement worker and community organizer, and now as a researcher and lawyer. She writes about digital border technologies, immigration detention, health and human rights, gender-based violence, as well as the politics of refugee, immigration, and international law. Petra has worked all over the world including Jordan, Turkey, Philippines, Kenya, Colombia, Canada, Palestine, and various parts of Europe. She is the co-creator of the Migration and Technology Monitor, a collective of civil society, journalists, academics, and filmmakers interrogating technological experiments on people crossing borders. She is the Associate Director of the Refugee Law Lab at York University and a Faculty Associate (and former Fellow) at the Berkman Klein Center for Internet and Society at Harvard University. Petra's writing has been featured in outlets such as The New York Times, The Guardian, Al Jazeera, The Transnational Institute, and Just Security. Her first book, The Walls Have Eyes: Surviving Migration in The Age of Artificial Intelligence is out now! #redefiningai #techpodcast #ethicalai #responsibleai

Season Three - Spotlight Ten Our tenth spotlight of this season is a snippet of our upcoming episode: Petra Molnar - Surviving Migration in the Age of Artificial Intelligence. Join host Lauren Hawker Zafer as she engages in an important discussion with Petra Molnar. Don't miss this critical conversation redefining what ethical AI really means when human lives and freedoms are at stake. Who is Petra Molnar? Petra Molnar is a lawyer and anthropologist specializing in migration and human rights. A former classical musician, she has been working in migrant justice since 2008, first as a settlement worker and community organizer, and now as a researcher and lawyer. She writes about digital border technologies, immigration detention, health and human rights, gender-based violence, as well as the politics of refugee, immigration, and international law. Petra has worked all over the world including Jordan, Turkey, Philippines, Kenya, Colombia, Canada, Palestine, and various parts of Europe. She is the co-creator of the Migration and Technology Monitor, a collective of civil society, journalists, academics, and filmmakers interrogating technological experiments on people crossing borders. She is the Associate Director of the Refugee Law Lab at York University and a Faculty Associate (and former Fellow) at the Berkman Klein Center for Internet and Society at Harvard University. Petra's writing has been featured in outlets such as The New York Times, The Guardian, Al Jazeera, The Transnational Institute, and Just Security. Her first book, The Walls Have Eyes: Surviving Migration in The Age of Artificial Intelligence is out now! #redefiningai #techpodcast #ethicalai #responsibleai

In this episode ⁠Sol Rashidi⁠ - Real Life AI Deployment - Your AI Survival Guide! ⁠Lauren Hawker Zafer⁠ engages in a unique discussion with Sol Rashidi. This conversation demystifies the AI deployment process for business leaders. Sol provides practical strategies for overcoming common obstacles, assembling the right team, and aligning AI initiatives with broader business objectives. Highlights of this episode include: The inspiration behind "Your AI Survival Guide" and the key lessons it offers Why 70% of AI deployment success has little to do with technology The importance of a "crawl, walk, run" approach for organizations new to AI Assembling the ideal team and crafting an effective AI strategy Innovative use cases across 10 different industries Ethical considerations and the future of AI in business Whether you're a seasoned executive or just starting your AI journey, this episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to navigate the complexities of AI deployment and unlock its transformative potential. Tune in to gain invaluable insights from Sol Rashidi's wealth of experience and expertise. Who is Sol Rashidi? Rashidi is a leader in the AI, Data and Technology space.  Starting in 2011, Rashidi worked at IBM as part of the team that launched Watson, one of the earliest world applications of Artificial Intelligence.  Since, she has led more than 36 large scale AI implementations and has been at the forefront of ideation, conceptualization, design and development of Data & AI applications.  Rashidi holds 8 patents in DATA Space and Enterprise Data Management (EDM). Sol has served as a C-Suite member across several Fortune 100 & Fortune 500 companies including: Chief Analytics Officer - Estee Lauder Chief Data & Analytics Officer - Merck Pharmaceuticals EVP, Chief Data Officer - Sony Music Chief Data & AI Officer - Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines Sr. Partner leading the Digital & Innovation Practice- Ernst & Young Ms. Rashidi is now an advisor, consultant, fractional Chief Data & Analytics Officer (CDAO) and Chief AI Officer (CAIO) helping companies advance their business objectives. She is a global keynote speaker, and currently authoring a book about Artificial Intelligence for business leaders who don't have a technology background - Your AI Survival Guide: Scraped Knees, Bruised Elbows, and Lessons Learned from Real-World AI Deployment, (Wiley, 4/30/24).   Rashidi is an expert at coupling her technical acumen with story-telling abilities to articulate business value with startups, scale-ups, business owners, private equity firms, and Fortune 500's who are leaning into data, AI, and technology as a competitive advantage, while wanting to preserve the legacy in which they were founded upon.  Her hallmark is to make the complicated uncomplicated, and helping business leaders realize not everything needs to be cutting edge, sometimes innovation comes from cutting through the noise. Sol Rashidi's awards in technology and AI include: 2020, 2021 & 2022 Global Data Power Women by CDO Magazine (for her work at Estee Lauder) 2020 National Diversity & Leadership Conference -- Top 50 Leaders in Entertainment (for her work at Royal Caribbean & Sony Music) 2020 National Diversity & Leadership Conference – Top 50 Most Powerful Women in Tech (for her work at Merch Commercial) 2021 Chief Analytics officer of the Year by the CDO Club (for her work at Estee Lauder) 2023 Starburst (the analytics anywhere company) 2023 analytics leader of the year (for her work at Estee Lauder) Listen, subscribe and share your excitement about the episode with your own network! #ai #data #redefiningai #techpodcast #generativeai

Season Three - Spotlight Nine Our ninth spotlight of this season is a snippet from our upcoming episode:⁠ Sol Rashidi - Real Life AI Deployment - Your AI Survival Guide! Join host Lauren Hawker Zafer as she engages in a unique discussion with Sol Rashidi. This conversation demystifies the AI deployment process for business leaders. Sol provides practical strategies for overcoming common obstacles, assembling the right team, and aligning AI initiatives with broader business objectives. Highlights of this episode include: The inspiration behind "Your AI Survival Guide" and the key lessons it offers Why 70% of AI deployment success has little to do with technology The importance of a "crawl, walk, run" approach for organizations new to AI Assembling the ideal team and crafting an effective AI strategy Innovative use cases across 10 different industries Ethical considerations and the future of AI in business Whether you're a seasoned executive or just starting your AI journey, this episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to navigate the complexities of AI deployment and unlock its transformative potential. Tune in to gain invaluable insights from Sol Rashidi's wealth of experience and expertise. Who is Sol Rashidi? Rashidi is a leader in the AI, Data and Technology space.  Starting in 2011, Rashidi worked at IBM as part of the team that launched Watson, one of the earliest world applications of Artificial Intelligence.  Since, she has led more than 36 large scale AI implementations and has been at the forefront of ideation, conceptualization, design and development of Data & AI applications.  Rashidi holds 8 patents in DATA Space and Enterprise Data Management (EDM). Sol has served as a C-Suite member across several Fortune 100 & Fortune 500 companies including: Chief Analytics Officer - Estee Lauder Chief Data & Analytics Officer - Merck Pharmaceuticals EVP, Chief Data Officer - Sony Music Chief Data & AI Officer - Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines Sr. Partner leading the Digital & Innovation Practice- Ernst & Young Ms. Rashidi is now an advisor, consultant, fractional Chief Data & Analytics Officer (CDAO) and Chief AI Officer (CAIO) helping companies advance their business objectives. She is a global keynote speaker, and currently authoring a book about Artificial Intelligence for business leaders who don't have a technology background - Your AI Survival Guide: Scraped Knees, Bruised Elbows, and Lessons Learned from Real-World AI Deployment, (Wiley, 4/30/24).   Rashidi is an expert at coupling her technical acumen with story-telling abilities to articulate business value with startups, scale-ups, business owners, private equity firms, and Fortune 500's who are leaning into data, AI, and technology as a competitive advantage, while wanting to preserve the legacy in which they were founded upon.  Her hallmark is to make the complicated uncomplicated, and helping business leaders realize not everything needs to be cutting edge, sometimes innovation comes from cutting through the noise. Sol Rashidi's awards in technology and AI include: 2020, 2021 & 2022 Global Data Power Women by CDO Magazine (for her work at Estee Lauder) 2020 National Diversity & Leadership Conference -- Top 50 Leaders in Entertainment (for her work at Royal Caribbean & Sony Music) 2020 National Diversity & Leadership Conference – Top 50 Most Powerful Women in Tech (for her work at Merch Commercial) 2021 Chief Analytics officer of the Year by the CDO Club (for her work at Estee Lauder) 2023 Starburst (the analytics anywhere company) 2023 analytics leader of the year (for her work at Estee Lauder) Listen to the full episode, as soon as it comes out by subscribing to Redefining AI and please do share your excitement about the episode with your own network! #ai #data #redefiningai #techpodcast #generativeai

In this episode: Empowering Frontline Leaders: Nurses, Technicians, Lab Assistants ⁠Lauren Hawker Zafer⁠ is joined by ⁠Tim Darling Tim shares his inspiring journey and the driving force behind Laudio's mission to address the overwhelming challenges faced by front-line leaders in healthcare organizations - burnout, high staff turnover. From identifying critical operational inefficiencies to pioneering a groundbreaking platform that harnesses the power of data and analytics, Tim's insights are set to redefine the way we approach healthcare management with AI. Who is Tim Darling? Tim Darling is a co-founder and President, Laudio Insights.  With over 20 years of experience in healthcare technology, Tim has a real passion for using data and analytics to serve the challenges facing healthcare organizations.  Prior to Laudio, Tim was on the leadership team of a healthcare education analytics company and he spent seven years as a consultant at McKinsey & Company.  He has an MBA from Carnegie Mellon and BS degrees in Mathematics and Computer Science from the University of Maryland, College Park. Please do share your excitement about the episode with your own network! #ai #data #redefiningai #techpodcast #generativeai

Season Three - Spotlight Eight Our eighth spotlight of this season is a snippet from our upcoming episode:⁠ Tim Darling - Empowering Frontline Leaders: Nurses, Technicians, Lab Assistants. Join host Lauren Hawker Zafer as she engages in an unique discussion with Tim Darling. Tim shares his inspiring journey and the driving force behind Laudio's mission to address the overwhelming challenges faced by front-line leaders in healthcare organizations - burnout, high staff turnover. From identifying critical operational inefficiencies to pioneering a groundbreaking platform that harnesses the power of data and analytics, Tim's insights are set to redefine the way we approach healthcare management with AI. Who is Tim Darling? Tim Darling is a co-founder and President, Laudio Insights. With over 20 years of experience in healthcare technology, Tim has a real passion for using data and analytics to serve the challenges facing healthcare organizations. Prior to Laudio, Tim was on the leadership team of a healthcare education analytics company and he spent seven years as a consultant at McKinsey & Company. He has an MBA from Carnegie Mellon and BS degrees in Mathematics and Computer Science from the University of Maryland, College Park. Listen to the full episode, as soon as it comes out by subscribing to Redefining AI and please do share your excitement about the episode with your own network! #ai #data #redefiningai #techpodcast #generativeai

In this episode Lisa Thee - AI: Illuminating the Shadows of Human Trafficking and Healing in Healthcare, Lauren Hawker Zafer is joined by Lisa Thee Together, they explore insights from Lisa's expertise, as she discusses a range of topics including ethical considerations in AI implementation, combatting human trafficking using AI, challenges in AI healthcare applications, as well as common themes in technology and society and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs prioritizing ethics! This episode is a unique listen about the application of AI in areas of necessity.  Who is Lisa Thee? Lisa Thee is a renowned thought leader and expert in the fields of artificial intelligence, career transformation, and ethical technology. With over two decades of experience, Lisa has dedicated her career to driving innovation and empowering individuals and organizations to thrive in an ever-changing world. Lisa's passion for harnessing the potential of AI to create positive change led her to become a sought-after international keynote speaker, inspiring audiences around the globe with her insights and vision. She has been honored with numerous awards, including the "2023 International Impact Book Award" for her groundbreaking book, "Go! Reboot Your Career in 90 Days”, 2023 Gold Viddy award for Long Form Series “Navigating Abroad”, and she is a Gold award winner for the 2023 Executive of the Year - Stevie Awards for Women in Business for her AI Ethics consulting firm. As the CEO and Co-Founder of Minor Guard, an AI software company dedicated to online safety, Lisa combines her technical expertise with a commitment to ethical AI practices. She is also known for her work with leading healthcare and technology organizations, including Microsoft and UCSF's Center for Digital Healthcare Innovation. Lisa's TEDx talk, "Bringing Light To Dark Places Online: Disrupting Human Trafficking Using AI," exemplifies her dedication to using technology for social good. She is a respected advisory board member and board director for organizations at the forefront of technology, ethics, and human rights. Connect with Lisa and discover more about her work, insights, and transformative ideas. Join her on a journey of empowerment, innovation, and ethical leadership. Website: ⁠www.lisathee.com⁠ Book Order link : ⁠https://a.co/d/aBb8z0F⁠ Please do share your excitement about the episode with your own network! #ai #data #redefiningai #techpodcast #generativeai

Season Three - Spotlight Seven Our seventh spotlight of this season is a snippet from our upcoming episode:⁠ Lisa Thee - AI: Illuminating the Shadows of Human Trafficking and Healing in Healthcare. Join host Lauren Hawker Zafer as she engages in a moving discussion with Lisa Thee. Together, they explore insights from Lisa's expertise, as she discusses a range of topics including ethical considerations in AI implementation, combatting human trafficking using AI, challenges in AI healthcare applications, as well as common themes in technology and society and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs prioritizing ethics! This episode is a unique listen about the application of AI in areas of necessity. Who is Lisa Thee? Lisa Thee is a renowned thought leader and expert in the fields of artificial intelligence, career transformation, and ethical technology. With over two decades of experience, Lisa has dedicated her career to driving innovation and empowering individuals and organizations to thrive in an ever-changing world. Lisa's passion for harnessing the potential of AI to create positive change led her to become a sought-after international keynote speaker, inspiring audiences around the globe with her insights and vision. She has been honored with numerous awards, including the "2023 International Impact Book Award" for her groundbreaking book, "Go! Reboot Your Career in 90 Days”, 2023 Gold Viddy award for Long Form Series “Navigating Abroad”, and she is a Gold award winner for the 2023 Executive of the Year - Stevie Awards for Women in Business for her AI Ethics consulting firm. As the CEO and Co-Founder of Minor Guard, an AI software company dedicated to online safety, Lisa combines her technical expertise with a commitment to ethical AI practices. She is also known for her work with leading healthcare and technology organizations, including Microsoft and UCSF's Center for Digital Healthcare Innovation. Lisa's TEDx talk, "Bringing Light To Dark Places Online: Disrupting Human Trafficking Using AI," exemplifies her dedication to using technology for social good. She is a respected advisory board member and board director for organizations at the forefront of technology, ethics, and human rights. Connect with Lisa and discover more about her work, insights, and transformative ideas. Join her on a journey of empowerment, innovation, and ethical leadership. Website: www.lisathee.com Book Order link : https://a.co/d/aBb8z0F Listen to the full episode, as soon as it comes out by subscribing to Redefining AI and please do share your excitement about the episode with your own network! #ai #data #redefiningai #techpodcast #generativeai

In this episode, Dave Latshaw, Ph.D., MBA - Integration of AI in Life Sciences and Biotechnology Sectors - Lauren Hawker Zafer is joined by⁠ Dave Latshaw, Ph.D., MBA. Join host Lauren Hawker Zafer as she engages in a riveting discussion with Dave Latshaw, Ph.D., MBA a visionary leader renowned for his groundbreaking work at Johnson & Johnson and founding Biophysics.  Together, they unravel the complexities of integrating AI into the life sciences and biotechnology sectors, exploring topics ranging from cost-saving implementations to ethical considerations in drug development.  This episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs, healthcare professionals, and AI enthusiasts eager to understand the transformative potential and ethical implications of AI in shaping the future of healthcare and drug development. Who is Dave Latshaw, Ph.D., MBA? Dave received his Ph.D. in chemical and biomolecular engineering from North Carolina State University and went on to get his MBA at Wharton. He began his career at The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson and Johnson, working in a group that was responsible for overseeing the manufacturing of large molecule antibodies, and was the youngest person ever to lead an AI research group at J&J.  Dave also led flagship programs for the company's AI Advanced Center of Excellence, and enabled J&J's billion dose commitment during the COVID pandemic. Before leaving J&J and pursuing his MBA, Dave was inducted into Frontiers of Engineering, an organization created by the National Academy of Engineering to recognize top early-career engineers.  While studying at Wharton, the idea of BioPhy originated and later evolved into a life sciences health tech company in 2020. Dave examines opportunities down to first principles using a blend of business acumen, analytics, and the scientific process to use artificial intelligence and biophysics concepts to bring value to the healthcare value chain.  #ai #data #redefiningai #techpodcast #generativeai

Season Three - Spotlight Six Our sixth spotlight of this season is a snippet from our upcoming episode:⁠ Dave Latshaw, Ph.D., MBA - The Integration of AI in Life Sciences and Biotechnology Sectors. Join host Lauren Hawker Zafer as she engages in a riveting discussion with Dave Latshaw, Ph.D., MBA a visionary leader renowned for his groundbreaking work at Johnson & Johnson and founding BioPhy. Together, they unravel the complexities of integrating AI into the life sciences and biotechnology sectors, exploring topics ranging from cost-saving implementations to ethical considerations in drug development. This episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs, healthcare professionals, and AI enthusiasts eager to understand the transformative potential and ethical implications of AI in shaping the future of healthcare and drug development. Who is Dave Latshaw, Ph.D., MBA? Dave received his Ph.D. in chemical and biomolecular engineering from North Carolina State University and went on to get his MBA at Wharton. He began his career at The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson and Johnson, working in a group that was responsible for overseeing the manufacturing of large molecule antibodies, and was the youngest person ever to lead an AI research group at J&J.  Dave also led flagship programs for the company's AI Advanced Center of Excellence, and enabled J&J's billion dose commitment during the COVID pandemic. Before leaving J&J and pursuing his MBA, Dave was inducted into Frontiers of Engineering, an organization created by the National Academy of Engineering to recognize top early-career engineers. While studying at Wharton, the idea of BioPhy originated and later evolved into a life sciences health tech company in 2020. Dave examines opportunities down to first principles using a blend of business acumen, analytics, and the scientific process to use artificial intelligence and biophysics concepts to bring value to the healthcare value chain. Listen to the full episode, as soon as it comes out by subscribing to Redefining AI and please do share your excitement about the episode with your own network! #ai #data #redefiningai #techpodcast #generativeai

In this episode, David Espindola - You, and Artificial Intelligence, Lauren Hawker Zafer is joined by David Espindola. This podcast episode of "Redefining AI" delves into the theme of "You, and Artificial Intelligence" with guest David Espindola, an entrepreneur, futurist, advisor, and author. The discussion covers his journey, experiences in technology strategies, and insights into leveraging AI to transform organizations. Topics include the human aspect of AI, technological trends, strategies for staying ahead in the exponential era, collaboration between industry and academia, real-world examples of AI implementations, and ethical considerations in AI adoption. The episode appeals to a broad audience interested in the intersection of AI and various industries. Entrepreneurs, tech enthusiasts, business leaders, and individuals curious about the impact of AI on society and businesses would find value in the exploration of AI's future, challenges, and potential solutions. Who is David Espindola? David Espindola is an entrepreneur, futurist, and advisor to business and academia.  He is the founder of Brainyus, an education, technology, and consulting company that is currently focused on applying AI knowledge and capabilities to transform organizations.  As a CIO and consultant to world-renowned organizations, David has developed a deep understanding of technological trends and their impact on business and society. At Flexera SoHware, David implemented global technology strategies to drive the company's growth. He was also part of the leadership team that implemented a business transformation program at Zebra Technologies, resulting in more than $5 billion in revenues.  Previously, as a consulting executive at Oracle, David managed technology implementations for strategic clients.  David has also held leadership positions in two fast-growing technology startups in Silicon Valley, one of which grew 5X during his tenure and reached over $400 million in revenues, resulting in an IPO. David is the author of "Soulful: You in the Future of Artificial Intelligence" published in May of 2023, and "The Exponential Era: Strategies to Stay Ahead of the Curve in an Era of Chaotic Changes and Disruptive Forces", published by IEEE Press / Wiley in 2021! #ai #data #redefiningai #techpodcast #generativeai

Season Three - Spotlight Five Our fifth spotlight of this season is a snippet from our upcoming episode:⁠ David Espindola - You, and Artificial Intelligence This podcast episode of "Redefining AI" delves into the theme of "You, in the Future of Artificial Intelligence" with guest David Espindola, an entrepreneur, futurist, advisor, and author. The discussion covers his journey, experiences in technology strategies, and insights into leveraging AI to transform organizations. Topics include the human aspect of AI, technological trends, strategies for staying ahead in the exponential era, collaboration between industry and academia, real-world examples of AI implementations, and ethical considerations in AI adoption. This episode would appeal to a broad audience interested in the intersection of AI and various industries. Entrepreneurs, tech enthusiasts, business leaders, and individuals curious about the impact of AI on society and businesses would find value in the exploration of AI's future, challenges, and potential solutions. Who is David Espindola? David Espindola is an entrepreneur, futurist, and advisor to business and academia. He is the founder of Brainyus, an education, technology, and consulting company that is currently focused on applying AI knowledge and capabilities to transform organizations. As a CIO and consultant to world-renowned organizations, David has developed a deep understanding of technological trends and their impact on business and society. At Flexera SoHware, David implemented global technology strategies to drive the company's growth. He was also part of the leadership team that implemented a business transformation program at Zebra Technologies, resulting in more than $5 billion in revenues. Previously, as a consulting executive at Oracle, David managed technology implementations for strategic clients. David has also held leadership positions in two fast-growing technology startups in Silicon Valley, one of which grew 5X during his tenure and reached over $400 million in revenues, resulting in an IPO. David is the author of "Soulful: You in the Future of Artificial Intelligence" published in May of 2023, and "The Exponential Era: Strategies to Stay Ahead of the Curve in an Era of Chaotic Changes and Disruptive Forces", published by IEEE Press / Wiley in 2021. Listen to the full episode, as soon as it comes out by subscribing to Redefining AI and please do share your excitement about the episode with your own network! #ai #data #redefiningai #techpodcast #generativeai

In this episode, Digital Humans - Creepy or Cool? Lauren Hawker Zafer is joined by⁠ René Schulte. Digital humans represent a cutting-edge intersection of artificial intelligence, computer graphics, and human-computer interaction. This conversation is a must listen to for all interested in exploring how digital humans are being applied across different industries, such as entertainment, customer service, healthcare, and education.  Understanding these applications can provide a broader perspective on the potential benefits and challenges of this technology. Who is René Schulte? René Schulte is Head of 3D and Quantum Communities of Practices at Reply working with teams across the globe on emerging technologies. Being a trusted advisor for his clients and an internationally recognized expert. He is a creative developer, thought leader and digital content creator with a passion for UX and 20 years of deep technical knowledge in fields like Spatial Computing, Real-Time 3D, VR/AR, XR, VPS AR Cloud Real-World Metaverse, Reality Capture, Digital Humans, Quantum Computing, Generative AI, Deep Learning and more. He was featured on Forbes and is invited as expert to global TV stations and a frequent keynote speaker and panelist at conferences like //build, Ignite, Global XR, Univ. Heidelberg, Unite, Vision VR/AR Summit, VRDC (GDC), AWE, ESA, RTC, VRARA, MR Dev Days and more. Writes articles and is the creator of the video podcasts QuBites and Meta Minutes. He also created open-source libraries like WriteableBitmapEx. He was honored 14 years in a row for his dev community work with a double Microsoft MVP award in Mixed Reality and Quantum Computing, recognized as Microsoft Regional Director and Advisory Board member for the VR/AR Association and XR Bootcamp. He lives in Germany with his wife and their 5 children. Subscribe to Redefining AI and please do share your excitement about the episode with your own network! #ai #data #redefiningai #techpodcast #generativeai

Season Three - Spotlight Four Our fourth spotlight of this season is a snippet from our upcoming episode: René Schulte - Digital Humans - Creepy or Cool? Digital humans represent a cutting-edge intersection of artificial intelligence, computer graphics, and human-computer interaction. This conversation is a must listen to for all interested in exploring how digital humans are being applied across different industries, such as entertainment, customer service, healthcare, and education. Understanding these applications can provide a broader perspective on the potential benefits and challenges of this technology. Who is René Schulte? René Schulte is Head of 3D and Quantum Communities of Practices at Reply working with teams across the globe on emerging technologies. Being a trusted advisor for his clients and an internationally recognized expert. He is a creative developer, thought leader and digital content creator with a passion for UX and 20 years of deep technical knowledge in fields like Spatial Computing, Real-Time 3D, VR/AR, XR, VPS AR Cloud Real-World Metaverse, Reality Capture, Digital Humans, Quantum Computing, Generative AI, Deep Learning and more. He was featured on Forbes and is invited as expert to global TV stations and a frequent keynote speaker and panelist at conferences like //build, Ignite, Global XR, Univ. Heidelberg, Unite, Vision VR/AR Summit, VRDC (GDC), AWE, ESA, RTC, VRARA, MR Dev Days and more. Writes articles and is the creator of the video podcasts QuBites and Meta Minutes. He also created open-source libraries like WriteableBitmapEx. He was honored 14 years in a row for his dev community work with a double Microsoft MVP award in Mixed Reality and Quantum Computing, recognized as Microsoft Regional Director and Advisory Board member for the VR/AR Association and XR Bootcamp.He lives in Germany with his wife and their 5 children. Listen to the full episode, as soon as it comes out by subscribing to Redefining AI and please do share your excitement about the episode with your own network! #ai #data #redefiningai #techpodcast #generativeai

In this episode, Marketing in the AI Era: Transforming Business Strategies for Humanised and Personalised Customer Connections⁠⁠⁠,⁠ Lauren Hawker Zafer⁠ is joined by ⁠Bob Hutchins This conversation is a must listen, especially for those interested in how AI is currently being used in marketing, particularly in humanizing and personalizing customer connections. It is also for those interested in learning how businesses can strike a balance between leveraging AI for efficiency while maintaining a human touch in their marketing strategies.  #Subscribe now to Redefining AI to catch up with each and every episode coming your way! Who is Bob Hutchins? Bob Hutchins is an accomplished marketing executive, specializing in brand strategy, with over two decades of success in designing and implementing high-impact digital marketing campaigns.  He is presently a Doctoral Student at the Open University of Catalonia (UOC) in Barcelona, where he is studying the effects of AI and generative language models on society and culture from a media archaeological perspective. He also has a Masters Degree, from London Met University is Behavioral and Organizational Psychology. His expertise spans brand development, market analysis, strategic planning, and product development across various industries, including healthcare and finance. He couples strong analytical skills with a deep understanding of business trends, consumer behavior, machine learning, and the competitive landscape, all underpinned by an entrepreneurial spirit, ready to optimize resources and create maximum impact.  One of Bob's major achievements is the establishment of Buzzplant, a boutique digital agency that provided digital marketing solutions to industry giants such as General Motors, Disney, Sony Pictures, Harper Collins, and Time Life for over 17 years.  He has also led successful digital and word-of-mouth campaigns for highly successful films such as The Passion of The Christ (highest grossing rated R movies of all time) and  Disney's The Lion, Witch, and The Wardrobe. Listen to the full episode, as soon as it comes out by subscribing to Redefining AI and please do share your excitement about the episode with your own network! #ai #data #redefiningai #techpodcast #generativeai

Season Three - Spotlight Three Our third spotlight of this season is a snippet from our upcoming episode: Bob Hutchins - Marketing in the AI Era: Transforming Business Strategies for Humanised and Personalised Customer Connections. This conversation is a must listen to all interested in how AI is currently being used in marketing, particularly in humanizing and personalizing customer connections. It is also for those interested in learning how businesses can strike a balance between leveraging AI for efficiency while maintaining a human touch in their marketing strategies. #Subscribe now to Redefining AI to catch up with each and every episode coming your way! Who is Bob Hutchins? Bob Hutchins is an accomplished marketing executive, specializing in brand strategy, with over two decades of success in designing and implementing high-impact digital marketing campaigns. He is presently a Doctoral Student at the Open University of Catalonia (UOC) in Barcelona, where he is studying the effects of AI and generative language models on society and culture from a media archaeological perspective. He also has a Masters Degree, from London Met University is Behavioral and Organizational Psychology. His expertise spans brand development, market analysis, strategic planning, and product development across various industries, including healthcare and finance. He couples strong analytical skills with a deep understanding of business trends, consumer behavior, machine learning, and the competitive landscape, all underpinned by an entrepreneurial spirit, ready to optimize resources and create maximum impact.One of Bob's major achievements is the establishment of Buzzplant, a boutique digital agency that provided digital marketing solutions to industry giants such as General Motors, Disney, Sony Pictures, Harper Collins, and Time Life for over 17 years. He has also led successful digital and word-of-mouth campaigns for highly successful films such as The Passion of The Christ (highest grossing rated R movies of all time) and  Disney's The Lion, Witch, and The Wardrobe. Listen to the full episode, as soon as it comes out by subscribing to Redefining AI and please do share your excitement about the episode with your own network! #ai #data #redefiningai #techpodcast #generativeai

In this episode, ⁠Laurence Liew - The AI Readiness Index - Singapore, Lauren Hawker Zafer is joined by Laurence Liew This conversation is a gateway into the vitals on AI literacy and how it has become increasingly recognized as a vital skillset worldwide, especially in Singapore. Find out what the mind driving the adoption of Al in the Singapore ecosystem through the 100 Experiments, Al Apprenticeship Programmes and the Generational Al Talent Development initiative, has to say!  #Subscribe now to Redefining AI to catch up with each and every episode coming your way! Who is Laurence Liew? Laurence Liew is the Director for Al Innovation at Al Singapore.  He is driving the adoption of Al by the Singapore ecosystem through the 100 Experiments, Al Apprenticeship Programmes and the Generational Al Talent Development initiative. A visionary and serial technopreneur, Laurence: was appointed the first RED HAT partner and authorised training centre in the Asia Pacific in 1999 built A-STAR's IHPC first High-Performance Computing (HPC) cluster in 2001 (initial HPC clusters in NUS, NTU, and SMU were mostly built by Laurence and his team) built and operated Singapore's first Grid (pre-cloud) platform for IDA's National Grid Pilot Platform in 2003 architected the Cloud business and technology for then Singapore Computer Systems' Alatum Cloud (now owned by Singtel/NCS) in 2007 led Platform Computing Inc business in South Asia and R&D team in Singapore; IBM acquired Platform Computing in 2009 led Revolution Analytics Inc business in Asia and R&D team in Singapore. Microsoft acquired Revolution Analytics in 2015 joined Al Singapore in June 2017 as the first employee The Singapore government has appointed Laurence to represent Singapore at the Global Partnership in Al (GPAl), an OECD initiative.  He is the current Co-Chair of the Innovations and Commercialisation working group and Co-Chair of the "Broad Adoption of Al by SME" committee. #ai #data #redefiningai #techpodcast #generativeai

Season Three - Spotlight Two Our second spotlight of this season is a snippet from our upcoming episode: Laurence Liew - The AI Readiness Index - Singapore. This conversation is a gateway into the vitals on AI literacy and how it has become increasingly recognized as a vital skillset worldwide, especially in Singapore. Find out what the mind driving the adoption of Al in the Singapore ecosystem through the 100 Experiments, Al Apprenticeship Programmes and the Generational Al Talent Development initiative, has to say! #Subscribe now to Redefining AI to catch up with each and every episode coming your way! Who is Laurence Liew? Laurence Liew is the Director for Al Innovation at Al Singapore. He is driving the adoption of Al by the Singapore ecosystem through the 100 Experiments, Al Apprenticeship Programmes and the Generational Al Talent Development initiative. A visionary and serial technopreneur, Laurence: was appointed the first RED HAT partner and authorised training centre in the Asia Pacific in 1999 built A-STAR's IHPC first High-Performance Computing (HPC) cluster in 2001 (initial HPC clusters in NUS, NTU, and SMU were mostly built by Laurence and his team) built and operated Singapore's first Grid (pre-cloud) platform for IDA's National Grid Pilot Platform in 2003 architected the Cloud business and technology for then Singapore Computer Systems' Alatum Cloud (now owned by Singtel/NCS) in 2007 led Platform Computing Inc business in South Asia and R&D team in Singapore; IBM acquired Platform Computing in 2009 led Revolution Analytics Inc business in Asia and R&D team in Singapore. Microsoft acquired Revolution Analytics in 2015 joined Al Singapore in June 2017 as the first employee The Singapore government has appointed Laurence to represent Singapore at the Global Partnership in Al (GPAl), an OECD initiative. He is the current Co-Chair of the Innovations and Commercialisation working group and Co-Chair of the "Broad Adoption of Al by SME" committee. Listen to the full episode, as soon as it comes out by subscribing to Redefining AI and please do share your excitement about the episode with your own network! #ai #data #redefiningai #techpodcast #generativeai

In this episode, Lauren Hawker Zafer is joined by Arti Raman and Neil Cohen. The whole of this unique conversation revolves around a fascinating survey: “the state of generative AI" that was conducted by Portal26, in partnership with CensusWide. Portal 26 polled 400+ C-suite and IT professionals about the state of Generative AI.  Its results depict an environment in which companies are optimistic about the potential of Generative AI, yet struggle to gain visibility into the operations of their AI programs, creating significant risks around governance, data security and more.  Who are Arti Raman and Neil Cohen? Arti Raman is the founder and CEO of Portal26, formerly Titaniam. She specializes in responsible use frameworks for enterprise consumption of Generative AI. She is also an expert in advanced data protection techniques, including high-performance encryption-in-use.  Before Portal26, she was a senior product leader and head of UX and competitive intelligence for Symantec's enterprise business. Arti holds a number of patents. She was the youngest and the first female recipient of the Rosenthal Award for outstanding contribution to the field of investment and finance for her work with the late Dr. Ed Lazear, former US Chief Economist, and Nobel laureate Dr. Michael Spence. Arti holds degrees in Business, Economics, and Mathematics. Neil Cohen Neil Cohen has more than 40 years of experience creating, building and managing brands from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies, including SEGA, Hilton, Arby's, McDonalds and Miyoko's Creamery. He currently consults with companies on marketing, storytelling, business and innovation strategies, serves as advisor to 11 successful start-ups, and is an active mentor to a number of select global startup accelerators including San Francisco/NYC IndieBio Life Sciences accelerator, LA/Paris Starburst Aero Aerospace accelerator, SVG/Thrive AgTech accelerator, Startup Mexico, Puerto Rico's Parallel18 and Santiago's Startup Chile.  Don't forget to subscribe to Redefining AI and please do share your excitement about the episode with your own network! #ai #data #redefiningai #techpodcast #generativeai

Welcome to Season Three! Our first spotlight episode of this season is a snippet from our upcoming episode: Arti Raman & Neil Cohen - The State of Generative AI - A Journey of Fear vs. Hope! The whole conversation revolves around a fascinating survey: “the state of generative AI" that was conducted by Portal26, in partnership with CensusWide. Portal 26 polled 400+ C-suite and IT professionals about the state of Generative AI.  Its results depict an environment in which companies are optimistic about the potential of Generative AI, yet struggle to gain visibility into the operations of their AI programs, creating significant risks around governance, data security and more.  #Subscribe now to Redefining AI to catch up with each and every episode coming your way! Who are Arti Raman & Neil Cohen? Arti Raman is the founder and CEO of Portal26, formerly Titaniam. She specializes in responsible use frameworks for enterprise consumption of Generative AI. She is also an expert in advanced data protection techniques, including high-performance encryption-in-use. Before Portal26, she was a senior product leader and head of UX and competitive intelligence for Symantec's enterprise business. Arti holds a number of patents. She was the youngest and the first female recipient of the Rosenthal Award for outstanding contribution to the field of investment and finance for her work with the late Dr. Ed Lazear, former US Chief Economist, and Nobel laureate Dr. Michael Spence. Arti holds degrees in Business, Economics, and Mathematics. Neil Cohen Neil Cohen has more than 40 years of experience creating, building and managing brands from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies, including SEGA, Hilton, Arby's, McDonalds and Miyoko's Creamery. He currently consults with companies on marketing, storytelling, business and innovation strategies, serves as advisor to 11 successful start-ups, and is an active mentor to a number of select global startup accelerators including San Francisco/NYC IndieBio Life Sciences accelerator, LA/Paris Starburst Aero Aerospace accelerator, SVG/Thrive AgTech accelerator, Startup Mexico, Puerto Rico's Parallel18 and Santiago's Startup Chile. Listen to the full episode, as soon as it comes out by subscribing to Redefining AI and please do share your excitement about the episode with your own network! #ai #data #redefiningai #techpodcast #generativeai

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In this Episode, Babak Pahlavan - Personalization - Personal AI Assistants ⁠⁠⁠⁠Lauren Hawker Zafer⁠⁠⁠⁠ is joined by ⁠⁠Babak Pahlavan Who is Babak Pahlavan? Babak Pahlavan (⁠LinkedIn⁠) has been working on AI since 2008, when he was the Founder and CEO of his first AI startup named CleverSense.  CleverSense was ⁠acquired⁠ by Google in 2011, where it became an important personalization layer in Google Maps.  Babak went on to spend 11 years at Google as a Senior Director of Product Management, where he led and scaled several large products and teams including Google Analytics, Enterprise Measurement Suite and others.  He left Google in October of 2022 to found NinjaTech AI in partnership with ⁠SRI⁠, which is the team's original home of ⁠Siri⁠. NinjaTech AI's mission is to democratize access to AI-powered executive assistants, to give administrative time back to every professional and take the drudgery out of work.  Why this episode? Whether you're a tech enthusiast, an AI aficionado, or simply curious about the future of personal technology, this episode promises to broaden your perspective and provide you with a deeper understanding of the dynamic world of personal AI assistants. Listen to the episode and please do share your excitement about the episode with your own network! #ai #data #personalassistants #techpodcast