ThinkData Podcast

In this episode of the ThinkData Podcast, I sit down with Ro Wickramasinghe, Global Head of Business Development at Pi Health, the AI platform rethinking how clinical trials are run.We explore:

Welcome to the ThinkData Podcast. I'm joined today by Ken Ko, the CTO and Co-Founder of Ferrum Health. Ferrum is reshaping how hospitals use AI, and in this episode, I dive into Ken's journey, what sparked the idea, the challenges of getting AI into hospitals at scale, and why keeping patient data inside hospital walls is so important.We also explore how Ferrum ensures its AI is safe and unbiased, and whether the future of healthcare AI should be shaped by stronger regulation or smarter hospital governance.In this episode, we cover:What inspired Ken to start Ferrum HealthThe biggest hurdles to getting AI into hospitals at scaleWhy patient data should stay within hospital wallsHow Ferrum makes sure AI is accurate, unbiased, and safeThe balance between regulation and hospital governance in healthcare AI

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Rishi Kerkar, Chief Medical Officer at Counsel Health, a physician-led, AI-first platform making care faster and more accessible through messaging and automation. We dig into how AI can expand healthcare capacity, why training AI is a lot like training medical students, and the lessons learned from building a modern, physician-led practice.Top Talking PointsCounsel's mission and the problems they're solving in healthcareThe original vision for AI-powered, messaging-based careHow AI can shift capacity from scarcity to abundanceTraining AI like medical students: what that means in practiceLessons from the first year of building an AI-first, physician-led platform

On this episode of the ThinkData Podcast, I sit down with Thais Branco, Head of Strategy & Marketing at Exa, the AI-first search engine reshaping how humans and agents explore the web.We dive into what sets Exa apart from competitors like Perplexity and Bing, the bold strategies behind its rapid growth, and Thais' perspective on where AI agents are truly moving the needle.Discussion PointsHow Exa positions itself differently from Perplexity and Bing.The GTM tactics that helped Exa grow sign-ups 8× in just five months.The story behind the balloon-box campaign and its impact.How Exa uses AI daily across marketing, content, and GTM execution.Insights from analyzing 500+ AI agent companies, top trends, and standout use cases.

Welcome to the ThinkData podcast, in partnership with Dataworks.Today I'm joined by Tomas Reimers, co-founder and CPO of Graphite, a Series B startup that's redefining code review with AI. We'll be diving into how Tomas and the team validated demand, scaled the business without traditional marketing, and continue to stay ahead in a competitive space.Here are some of the discussion points we'll cover:The problem Graphite set out to solve, and how Tomas knew people really needed itGrowing through education and community instead of traditional campaignsWhy they kept users on a waitlist and how they knew the product was ready for wider adoptionThe challenges of explaining a new product category and making it resonate with usersWhat makes Graphite different in a crowded market, and how it plans to stay ahead

On this episode of the ThinkData Podcast, I sit down with Caroline Hodge, CEO & Co-Founder of Dimer Health. Caroline is a clinician-turned-executive who brings a unique perspective as both a patient and a provider.Through Dimer Health, she's building an AI-driven startup reimagining transitional care — helping hospitals cut readmissions and improve patient outcomes with a human-centered approach.In our conversation, we covered:How the idea for Dimer came aboutThe role AI plays in keeping patients out of the hospitalBuilding trust in AI with privacy and compliance at the coreFinding product-market fit and scaling go-to-marketLessons from the early days and what she'd do differentlyWhat's next for Dimer in the next 12–18 monthsIf you're curious about AI, digital health, and the future of patient care, you'll really enjoy this one.

In this episode of the ThinkData Podcast, I sit down with Tom Shapland, Product Manager at LiveKit, the open-source platform redefining real-time voice and video with AI.From co-founding an agritech startup to leading product in voice AI, Tom's path is anything but ordinary. He shares insights on building great voice agents, the impact of large language models, and why the hardest part is always the last 10%.In this episode, you'll hear us talk about:How Tom went from agritech founder to product leader at LiveKitWhat LiveKit is, and how it's helping developers build real-time voice & video appsWhy large language models are transforming the future of voice agentsThe “80/10 rule” and why the last stretch is the hardest to crackHow moving from coder to product leader reshaped his approach to innovation

Welcome to the ThinkData Podcast, in partnership with Dataworks.Today I'm joined by Bill Snyder, Founder & CEO of Cylinder Health, the gut-first virtual care platform helping employers and health plans tackle digestive health with personalized, clinically backed support that improves outcomes and lowers costs.Bill has a wealth of experience in digital health and wellness, having led teams at Humana, Virta Health, and Vivante before founding Cylinder in 2021.

On today's show, I am joined by Phil Salesses, Founder & CEO of Move AI, a company using artificial intelligence to simplify and modernize the home moving experience.The conversation covers how Phil is applying automation and intelligent systems to an industry long overdue for change, tackling outdated processes, improving customer experiences, and bringing real innovation to a traditional space.Key Topics:The Move AI story, and why moving was ripe for disruptionHow computer vision + AI turn messy home photos into actionable dataRethinking moving as AI coordination, not just another “marketplace”Designing AI that feels genuinely helpful, not overwhelmingFinding product-market fit and scaling human-in-the-loop AIWhy “unsexy” categories can unlock powerful AI advantages

In this special ThinkData episode, I catch up with Cal Al-Dhubaib, founder of Pandata (now Head of AI & Data Science at Further).

In this episode of ThinkData, in partnership with Dataworks, we sit down with Sandeep Mennon, co-founder of Auxia, an AI-driven growth platform reshaping how companies activate, engage, monetize, and retain their customers.Sandeep brings a wealth of experience from over 15 years at Google, where he led marketing for Android, Chrome, and Google Play. Now at the helm of Auxia, he's focused on helping businesses harness AI to drive smarter, faster customer growth.We dive into the shift from Big Tech to startup life, how Auxia is building AI agents for modern marketing teams, and the future of personalization, privacy, and AI-first marketing.

In this episode, we sit down with Cameron Behar, Co-Founder and CTO of Sprinter Health, a startup using AI-driven logistics to deliver clinical services directly to patients' homes.With a background at Google and Facebook, Cameron shares how his technical expertise is helping redefine in-home preventive care.Topics covered include:The founding story of Sprinter Health and Cameron's journey into healthcareWhat Sprinter does and the core problem it's solving in the U.S. healthcare systemThe operational and technical challenges of delivering care at homeHow Sprinter ensures its technology works for both patients and clinicians in real-world settingsThe role of AI in logistics, scheduling, and driving better clinical outcomesHow Sprinter differentiates itself in a fast-growing digital health marketCameron's vision for the future of at-home healthcare, and how Sprinter is shaping itA great listen for anyone interested in the intersection of AI, logistics, and healthcare innovation.

In this episode of the ThinkData Podcast, brought to you in partnership with Dataworks, we sit down with Kinshuk Mishra, Chief Technology Officer at Cedar, a Series D healthtech company working to transform the complex and frustrating world of healthcare payments in the U.S.With an impressive background spanning leadership roles at YouTube, Houseparty, Spotify, Amazon, Expedia, and EA, Kinshuk shares what drew him away from big tech and into the mission-driven world of healthtech. He breaks down Cedar's vision, the challenges of healthcare billing, and how the company is leveraging AI to make the patient financial experience clearer, faster, and more empathetic.We dive into:What Cedar is and the real-world problem it's solvingHow AI is helping demystify the billing process for patientsThe launch of "Kora", Cedar's AI assistant, and how it simplifies bill understanding and managementBuilding trust in AI for sensitive use cases like healthcare and financial dataHow Cedar keeps pace with the ever-changing healthcare landscapeWhat's next on the roadmap as Cedar continues to innovate with AIA must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of AI, healthtech, and real-world impact.

In this episode, I'm joined by John Beadle, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at Aegis Ventures, a New York-based venture studio that builds HealthTech companies in partnership with some of the country's leading healthcare systems.Aegis is taking a unique approach to digital health innovation, blending venture building with deep healthcare collaboration, whilst helping to reshape how care is delivered.We cover:How Aegis Ventures differs from traditional VCs and incubatorsThe Aegis Digital Consortium and its mission to put health systems at the center of innovationHow do they choose which healthcare challenges are worth solvingWhat founders must get right in the first 100 days of a new companyWhy some startups struggle to gain traction with health systems, and how to avoid the same fateHow AI is influencing the kinds of companies Aegis is launchingThe biggest mistakes early-stage healthtech founders makeWhether you're a founder, investor, or operator in digital health, this episode offers real insight into how the future of care is being built.

In this episode of the ThinkData Podcast, we're joined by Brandon Atkinson, CEO of CareRev, a nurse-founded, tech-enabled staffing platform reshaping the way healthcare facilities connect with clinical professionals.We delve into how CareRev is redefining the traditional nursing model by providing nurses with more flexibility, autonomy, and control over their schedules through a shift-based marketplace. Brandon shares the origin story of the platform and how it supports nurses with different life needs.We also explore the role of AI and data in determining shift pay rates, balancing nurse attraction with hospital budget constraints, and delivering cost-effective staffing at scale.Brandon walks us through the recent launch of IRP+, a solution designed to help hospitals build and manage internal resource and float pools, reducing reliance on expensive travel nurse contracts.As the conversation continues, we address one of healthcare's most urgent issues: nurse burnout. Brandon discusses how CareRev is tackling the root causes by promoting work-life balance and supporting long-term workforce stability, especially in the post-COVID landscape.Finally, we unpack the operational and GTM challenges CareRev faced during its growth journey, offering insights into healthcare sales cycles, platform adoption, and Brandon's leadership style through it all.

In this episode of the ThinkData Podcast, I sat down with Eli Ben-Joseph, Co-Founder and CEO of Regard. This Series B health tech company uses AI to transform EHR data into actionable clinical insights.We covered a wide range of topics, including:How Regard is solving one of healthcare's biggest data problems, and what makes their product stand outThe challenges of selling into a complex market with long sales cycles and how their go-to-market approach evolvedBuilding trust in AI with clinicians and administrators, and the early hurdles they faced in getting buy-inWhy so many startups get hiring wrong, and how Eli approached building a strong, mission-aligned teamWhere AI in healthcare is headed next, and the role Regard plans to play in shaping that futureA great conversation with some honest insights on scaling in one of the toughest industries out there.

On today's episode, the team is joined by Hamid Tabatabaie, President & CEO of CodaMetrix, a Series B HealthTech company using AI to transform clinical coding.Hamid brings deep experience from the healthcare technology space and has been at the forefront of driving operational efficiencies in some of the most complex health systems in the U.S.The conversation kicks off with a look into Hamid's background, followed by an overview of CodaMetrix, how it began, what problem it solves, and why it matters.Key Discussion Points:

In this episode of the ThinkData Podcast, I was joined by Matt Vail, CTO at Datavant, the largest health data exchange in the U.S.Topics include:❤️‍

Welcome to the ThinkData Podcast, in partnership with Dataworks.Today's guest is Adil, Chief Technology Officer at OXIO.Adil spent nearly two decades at Verizon before joining OXIO in 2023, where he now leads the technology strategy for a company that's redefining telecom.OXIO is the world's first telecom-as-a-service platform. It empowers brands to launch their mobile networks, giving them full control over the wireless experience and access to valuable customer data.We covered a lot, including:After nearly 20 years at Verizon, what inspired him to join a startup like OXIOHow is AI reshaping the mobile telecom space?What's driving users to switch mobile providers, and how can AI help address those frustrations?How does OXIO use AI to personalize plans while handling user data ethicallyHow brands use AI to deliver mobile experiences that truly stand out from traditional carriers.

Today, I'm joined by Anita Kirkovska, Head of Growth at Vellum, a platform that helps businesses build and manage AI into production.We'll talk about how Vellum is making AI more accessible, how companies are using it, and Anita's role in driving that growth.In this episode:How Vellum helps businesses build and manage AI applications in productionAnita's role in driving growth and go-to-market strategyThe six levels of agentic AI behavior, and why they matterKey insights from The State of AI 2025 report (25% of companies now run AI in production)What's enabling successful AI adoption, and what's holding others backWhere the AI space is heading, and how Vellum is preparing for it

Welcome to the ThinkData Podcast, brought to you by Dataworks.In today's episode, we're joined by Karthik, General Manager of AI at LogicMonitor, an AI-powered platform helping businesses manage IT across both cloud and on-premises environments.Karthik brings a wealth of experience, with 14 years at SAP and nearly 5 years at Aisera, leading innovation in AI and IT operations. We're excited to have him on the show!In this conversation, we dive into:Karthik's career journey and what led him to join LogicMonitor.How LogicMonitor helps businesses manage modern IT infrastructures.How companies can prepare for the AI era and optimize hybrid data center workloads.The latest updates to LogicMonitor's AI agent, Edwin AI, and how it's simplifying life for IT teams.Trends shaping the future of the data center ecosystem, and how LogicMonitor is positioning for what's ahead.Stay tuned for an insightful discussion on how AI is transforming IT management!

In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking to Manish Choudhary, President of Retail at SymphonyAI, a company specializing in predictive and generative AI solutions across various industries.We covered a lot of ground, with Manish sharing valuable insights from his experience leading SymphonyAI's retail division.Here's a glimpse into what we discussed:What excites him most about the future of AI in retailThe biggest challenges in driving AI adoption in the sector, and how SymphonyAI is tackling themHow AI can empower better decision-making in an industry traditionally driven by human expertise and slower to embrace new technologiesThis was a thought-provoking conversation about the evolving role of AI in retail. If you're curious about how AI is transforming the customer experience, this is an episode you won't want to miss!

Welcome to the ThinkData Podcast, in partnership with Dataworks.On today's episode, I'm joined by Krishnan, who is currently at AWS, where he advises enterprise companies on implementing the best AWS solutions for their business.Before joining AWS, Krishnan spent several years launching and building companies in the AI, drone, and edge processing space, bringing deep experience across early-stage innovation and technical leadership.In this episode, we'll explore:• A Brief Overview of Krishnan's BackgroundHis journey in leading, growing, and advising early-stage AI, data, and tech companies.• Why Startups Struggle with Go-to-Market (GTM) and Sales StrategiesCommon pitfalls and how early-stage founders can avoid them.• What Private Equity Firms Look for in Acquisition TargetsKey evaluation criteria for AI, data, SaaS, and deep tech businesses.• How Generative AI is Transforming IndustriesFrom healthcare to entertainment, real-world applications, and future potential.• Challenges Startups Face in Adopting Generative AIIncluding funding hurdles, integration complexity, and data privacy issues.

Today on the ThinkData Podcast, I'm excited to welcome Said Ouissal, Co-Founder and CEO of ZEDEDA, a cloud-native SaaS platform for edge orchestration.Said brings a wealth of experience in networking and telecommunications, having held senior roles at major players like Juniper Networks, Violin Memory, and Ericsson. Under his leadership, ZEDEDA has experienced rapid global growth, helping businesses deploy and manage edge computing at scale.Topics CoveredSaid's Journey - His background and what inspired him to launch ZededaUnderstanding Edge Orchestration - What it is, and why it's becoming essential across industriesBuilding a Global Business - Key steps the founding team took to scale internationallyGo-To-Market & Product-Market Fit - Strategy, growing pains, and how ZEDEDA found its nicheThe Role of AI in IoT - How AI is accelerating innovation, especially in the energy sectorCustomer Success Stories - Real-world examples of ZEDEDA's impact on clients

Welcome to the ThinkData Podcast, in Partnership with DataworksEpisode 3 of Season 3 features a special guest, Jean-Louis, founder and CEO of Gladia, a French-based speech recognition and audio analysis startup.This episode offers one of the most open, honest, and upfront conversations yet, providing real insight into what it takes to launch and scale an early-stage startup.Key Topics Covered:Jean-Louis' background and the journey that led to founding GladiaThe problem Gladia is solving and its core missionThe challenges of understanding product-market fitGladia's go-to-market (GTM) and sales strategy, along with its ideal customer profiles The fundraising journey, what worked, what didn't, and what he would do differentlyManaging company culture in a rapidly growing, remote-first startupThis is a must-listen for anyone navigating the startup world!

Welcome to the ThinkData podcast in partnership with Dataworks. This is episode 2 of the 3rd season and I am excited to welcome Suzanne El-Morsi to the show. Suzanne is the co-founder and CEO of Brighthive, a full-stack data management platform, powered by AI. She is a serial entrepreneur with over 22 years of experience in building and scaling tech startups and I am super excited to have her on today!We covered a lot including - Suzanne's background and what inspired her to launch BrighthiveWhat Brighthive is and the problem it aims to solveBrighthive's go-to-market (GTM) and sales strategy, and the steps being taken to stand out in a competitive spaceSuzanne's thoughts on how products like Brighthive will impact data teams and the broader labor forceAs a 3x founder, Suzanne's advice for aspiring entrepreneurs considering launching their first business

Welcome to the first episode of Season 3 of the ThinkData Podcast in partnership with Dataworks. the ThinkData Podcast in partnership with Dataworks. On today's show, I'm excited to welcome Jeff Elton, the CEO of ConcertAI, a global leader in Clinical AI and Real-World Data solutionsJeff has a wealth of experience in the Life sciences and health space, having worked for Accenture, Novartis, and McKinsey and lectured at Boston University. Jeff's background and what led him to become the CEO of ConcertWho is ConcertAI and what problem does his business solve?The challenges that Jeff and the ConcertAI team had to overcome over the past 6 yearsWhat it means to be in charge of “the world's largest oncology and hematology dataset” With the rise of more solutions that live in the clinical cloud, what are the main considerations leaders should be aware of?What are some of the key ways AI and data are transforming precision medicine?How do we ensure that AI within the healthcare space isn't removing that human touch, but instead becoming an asset to it?

Welcome to a special edition of the ThinkData Podcast, brought to you in partnership with Dataworks!In this episode, we examine the dynamic landscape of AI and tech hiring in Europe and the United States.We're thrilled to be joined by two exceptional guests, Serena Huang and Rob Wersley, who share invaluable insights from both sides of the Atlantic.Together, we explore some of the most pressing topics shaping the world of Data & AI today. Here's a glimpse of what's in store:A deep dive into the state of the Data & Analytics job market from a hiring and talent perspective.Actionable steps organizations can take to harness Data & AI for enhancing employee engagement, performance, and productivity.Insights into why many companies struggle to attract and retain top talent in the Data & AI space.Plus, you won't want to miss Serena and Rob's favorite out-of-the-box interview questions!This was a fascinating discussion packed with practical advice and thought-provoking perspectives. Tune in and enjoy!

Welcome to the ThinkData Podcast, produced in partnership with Dataworks. I am pleased to welcome Josh Clayman to the show in today's episode.Josh brings over 30 years of experience in data center technology, having worked with industry leaders such as NCR, AT&T, and Dell.He currently serves as the CEO of Accelsius, a company at the forefront of advanced cooling technology for data centers.We covered a huge amount, including:Background on Josh's career journey and what led him to become the CEO of Accelsius.Josh's role at Accelsius and what a typical week looks like as CEOThe mission of Accelsius and the specific problem the company is solving within the industry.A closer look at the environmental impact of AI systems and data centersThe steps he took to build awareness and drive ARRSome of the challenges Josh has had to overcome as CEO

Welcome to the ThinkData podcast, in partnership with Dataworks!On today's episode, I'm joined by Jason Abrams.Jason is the VP of Revenue Strategy at Plenful, a Series A SaaS and AI startup in the digital health space. With over 15 years of sales experience, he's successfully led and grown teams at LinkedIn, Lyra Health, Color, and Spring Health.In this episode, we'll dive into building and scaling Sales and GTM teams within a startup.We covered a lot of ground:Jason's background and what brought him to PlenfulWho is Plenful and what problem is it looking to solveJason's thoughts on the Healthtech marketWhat are the most important factors and considerations companies should consider when building their ARR?What impact has AI and associated software had on sales teamsWhat makes a great sales leaderJason's advice to candidates who may be looking at sales as a career path

This is the ThinkData podcast in partnership with Dataworks and in today's episode I welcome Vince Salvo to the show. Vince has been working in the healthtech space for over 25 years, during which time he launched products and services in virtual care, remote monitoring, digital health, and wellness. He is the President of Spren, a super interesting early-stage startup within the fitness, wellness & longevity space. We covered a lot of ground, including:Vinces background brought him to SprenWhat is Spren and what problem is it trying to solveHow big a part can AI play in creating a healthier populationWhat are the most exciting developments Vince has seen in the world of AI & Wellbeing/HealthWhy there is still so much nervousness around AI within Health/carePredictions for the next 12/18 months!

This is the ThinkData podcast in partnership with Dataworks, and today I am pleased to welcome Rich Heimann to the show. Rich has been working within the Data and AI space for around 20 years, which has seen him lead major AI initiatives across Government, Defense, and Cyber Security, He is a very well-regarded figure and speaker in AI, leading him to write and release a book, titled GenAI recently, Revealed!What inspired Rich to write his book?Rich's views on where we currently stand as users and adopters of AIHow Rich sees data and analytics teams evolving, particularly with the rise of AI and automationWhat Rich believes to be the biggest threat posed by AI todayPredictions for AI development over the next 12 to 18 monthsThis was a fantastic discussion around one of the hottest topics in tech today, Generative AI. Do yourself a favor and download a copy of his book today - HERE

Welcome to the ThinkData podcast in partnership with DataworksOn today's show, I am pleased to welcome Tara Goodmam!Tara is the Vice President of Life sciences for Pointclickcare, who are a leading Healthcare technology platform, built to support meaningful collaboration and real-time insights at every stage of the patient healthcare journeyTara has over 20 years of experience in the clinical trials, research, and Data space, and I am super excited to welcome her to the show!We covered the following:Background to Tara and what brought her to PCCWho is Point Click Care and what problem is it trying to solve? How big a part do AI and Advanced Analytics play in the business and productsHow do they measure the success and ROI of their solution? What is their GTM and Sales strategyWhat is next for PointClickCareThis was a fascinating insight into how Data and Advanced Analytics is directly helping an aging population!

Welcome to the ThinkData podcast in partnership with Dataworks. On today's show, I am excited to welcome Jess Kyle to the show!Jess has over 12 years of experience working within the Data & Analytics space and is the Data Architecture Manager at Underdog Fantasy, one of the world's fastest-growing sports gaming companies. We had a cracking discussion and touched on a few of the following points: What makes a great data leaderWhy do so many companies struggle to develop future leaders within data & analytics?What are some of the limitations of bringing in external talentWhat steps should companies take to put themselves in the best possible position to retain and develop managers?How Jess sees the role of a Data team manager changing over the coming yearsJess's advice to aspiring managers within Data.

Welcome to the ThinkData podcast in partnership with Dataworks. In this episode, I had the pleasure of welcoming Moshe Tanach to the show. Moshe is the CEO & Founder of NeuReality, a semiconductors & Artificial intelligence startup. They operate in a space that has been gathering a huge amount of interest andexcitement from the world of AI. He gave a fascinating insight into the following:

This is the ThinkData Podcast in partnership with Dataworks, and in this episode, I welcome Sasha Krecinic to the show!Sasha is a Software and AI Investor at Headline, an international venture capitalist firm. Sasha is very active in the field of AI, and is well-placed to offer his insight into what it takes to build and scale a great business within Artificial Intelligence!We covered a lot of grounding including:✅Sasha's background and what brought him to Headline✅Who is Headline and what companies & founders do they typically look to invest in?✅Sasha's thoughts on the current state of the startup space within AI✅What are some of the major pitfalls Sasha sees in startups ✅Best advice to founders looking to scale a company within AI?✅Predictions for 2024

This is the ThinkData podcast in partnership with Dataworks, and in this episode, I spoke with Yuval Lev, CTO and Co-Founder at Senser who is a fast-growing startup, in the field of AIOps. This was a cracking discussion, where we tackled a whole host of topics including:Yuvals background and what took him from an early career in the Israeli Defense Forces to launching SenserWhat is Senser, and what problem is it trying to solve?What makes it different from other observability products out there?What has been the standout customer feedback or impression that has stuck with him?What were some of the biggest challenges they had to overcome?If they had your time again, what would they do differently?What can we expect to see from Senser over the coming months?

This is the ThinkData podcast in partnership with Dataworks, and in this episode, I spoke with Rehgan Avon. Rehgan is the Co-founder and CEO at AlignAI who are a fast-growing startup, set up to tackle one of the hottest topics in the world of AI right now, Governance!Their platform has been set up to ensure that companies are building the right solutions, in the right way!We covered a lot of ground in this episode:Rehgans background and what was the original idea behind AlignAi?What specific challenges does AlignAi tackle?Historically, governance has been perceived as an obstacle to innovation. How is AlignAi dispelling this notion and actively promoting innovation?What impact on team performance can AlignAI bring?Why should companies adopt stringent AI/Data Governance practices right from the outset?What repercussions might companies face for neglecting the implementation of a robust AI governance strategy?What developments or initiatives can we anticipate from AlignAI in the coming months?Rehgans fantastic work with Women in Analytics!

This is the ThinkData podcast in partnership with Dataworks, and in this episode, I welcome Stephanie Rieben-de Roquefeuil to the show!Stephanie is the Co-Founder & CEO of Diedem Capital, which is a funding marketplace for founders.Stephanie has a wealth of experience within the startup and venture capitalist space, and in my opinion, no better person to give us a real insight into what is happening in the world of Tech and AI right now. We covered A LOT:Stephanie's background and what made her launch DiademWhat is the aim of the platform, and what makes it unique?Stephanie's thoughts on the current state of the generative AI startup scene What specific areas/sectors within AI is Stephanie most excited about and why?What do investors look at before deciding whether that company is investible? What is the general rule of thumb for valuing a start-up in AI? What challenges does Stephanie foresee happening in the AI market for startups over the coming months?Stephanie's advice on how founders can navigate a turbulent market!

This is the ThinkData podcast in partnership with Dataworks, and in this episode, I spoke with EMalick Njie.Emalick is the founder of Ecotone AI, a company with a very clear vision – "To develop AI-based medicines that can cure approximately 10,000 inherited diseases that would have normally been overlooked by the pharmaceutical industry"He has a fascinating backstory and is seen by many to be a true pioneer in this space. We had a great discussion about the following:✔His background and what led him to launch Ecotone✔Who is Ecotone and what is their mission & vision?✔What part AI plays in the product✔What is an LGM(Large Genome Model)✔The impact that AI can bring to medicine and rare genetic diseases✔In a highly regulated space such as medicine, how EMalick and Ecotone navigate the various laws and policies in each state and country.✔Emalick's thoughts on the current state of the generative AI market.✔What can we expect to see from Ecotone over the coming months?Click for a recent whitepaper EMalick released - https://emalick.substack.com/p/emergent-populations-derived-with

This is episode 8 of the ThinkData Podcast in partnership with Dataworks. In this very special in-person episode, I sat down in NYC with Aditya Khurjekar who is a serial founder from the world of artificial intelligence and content authentication!We had a great discussion around:Aditiya's background, and what brought him to launch his latest venture xign.ai.Who is MEDICI and what was the original idea for the platformHow did the Prove acquisition come about, and how did he know when was the right time to sellAditya's thoughts on what makes a great start-upHis thoughts on the current state of the AI marketWhat are some of the hottest sectors within AI from an investment perspective right now?What changes we can expect to see across the global AI market over the next 12-18 months?

In episode 7 of the ThinkData Podcast, I spoke with Sergio Schirmer, Founder & CEO @ Radiolife. Radiolife is an early-stage start-up in the field of health diagnostics. They leverage RF technology and AI to advance pathologies research, revolutionizing disease understanding and patient care. This was a fascinating discussion about the complexities of bringing a health product to market in the US!We spoke about - Sergio's background and what made him launch Radiolife.Who is Radiolife, what is their product, and what makes it unique?What part does AI play in the product?Sergio's top tips for budding entrepreneurs who may have a great idea, but are struggling with how to turn that into a business.How to navigate the complexities of one of the most highly regulated markets in the world.How they overcame product development challenges to comply with regulations.What is next for Radiolife?

This is Episode 6 of the ThinkData Podcast, brought to you in partnership with Dataworks.In this episode, I met with Chaz Giles who is the Founder & CEO of Revea. Revea is a precision skincare company using advanced diagnostics, personal analysis, and machine learning to deliver skincare designed for each individual's biologyThis was a great discussion, covering a load of interesting topics such as - Chaz's background and how the idea for Revea was conceived? What is Revea, what makes the product unique, and how big a part does AI playWhat is Revea's marketing and GTM strategy, and how do they compete against the larger more well-known brands within the cosmetic and skincare space? Why most start-ups failChaz's thoughts on the importance of establishing a clear set of values and competencies that his team is hired againstWhen is the "right time" to hire?Chaz's thoughts on the current state of the AI marketWhat we can expect to see from Revea over the coming months and through 2024

This is Episode 5 of the ThinkData Podcast, brought to you in partnership with Dataworks.In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Cal Al-Dhubaib, the CEO & Founder of Pandata.Pandata designs and develops AI and machine learning solutions for high-risk industries, focusing on responsible and ethical development. Cal is a highly regarded speaker and consultant in the world of AI, and there isn't much he and his team don't know about the world of AI.We covered a lot: Cal's background and what brought him to launch PandataWho are Pandata, and what type of problems are they brought in to solveThe steps companies should be taking to ensure AI is being built and used for goodWhy responsible and ethical AI development is so importantHow companies can attract, engage, retain, and upskill their AI & Data TeamWhat does Cal expect to see from the AI world over the coming months?

In this special episode, we speak with Jordyn Willens, the Global Program Director at Weve Acceleration, where she is responsible for supporting international growth-stage startups looking to enter and scale in the US market. She offered great insight into what it takes to set up, launch, and scale a startup in the US. We discussed the following - ✔Who is Weve and what makes their service unique✔The steps companies should take when looking to make their first full-time hire in the US ✔What companies should consider when looking to make their first hire? ✔The steps companies should take to a) stand out, b) attract the best possible talent and c) ensure they are embedding the company culture from day one✔What are the best states/cities to set up in, and why?✔Are companies better off building an "in-office" culture, or going for fully remote upon launch?

This is Episode 3 of the ThinkData Podcast, brought to you in partnership with Dataworks. In this episode, I sat down with Rohan Doctor, the Founder and CEO of Louisa.AI. Louisa AI maximizes the revenues of Financial Institutions by connecting Expertise + Relationships + Intel.We had a great discussion, talking about the following - Rohan's background and how the idea for Louisa came aboutWho is Louisa and what problem is it trying to solveWhat were some of the initial challenges/considerations Rohan and the team had to overcome when taking an "idea" and turning that into a fully fully-fledged businessThe steps Rohan took to adapt from the large corporate life of Goldman to the Founder and CEO of a start-up.What is the long-term vision for the companyRohan's thoughts on the current state of the AI market His advice for budding entrepreneurs

This is Episode 2 in the second season of the ThinkData podcast!Our podcast is presented in partnership with Dataworks, and today, I am very excited to have Suman Kanuganti on the show.Suman is the Co-Founder & CEO of Personal.ai, which has been making a huge amount of noise in the AI space. Personal AI uses your data, and opinions to create a unique interactive messaging experience!In this episode, we will be showcasing how effective this tool is in real time!We discussed - • Suman's background and when did he come up with the idea for personal.ai• What is the long-term vision for the company, and where does Suman see his tool having the biggest impact?• How personal.ai address concerns around AI ethics and data privacy• How personal.ai stays ahead of the competition and adapts to emerging trends• What is next for peronal.ai?

This is the first episode of Season 2 of the ThinkData Podcast in partnership with Dataworks and what better way to kick off the new season than to welcome Amit Govrin to the show!Amit is the Co-Founder & CEO at Kubiya, the world's first DevOps virtual assistant, powered by AI!Kubiya was launched back in May 2022, and since then has experienced rapid growth and gained a huge amount of interest from the world of cloud and DevOps!Amit gave a really detailed account of what it is like to conceive and launch an AI product, and we spoke about:• What led him to launch Kubiya• What is Kubiya, and what makes their product unique?• What were the first steps they took when deciding when and who to hire?• What the some of the key challenges they had to overcome in the early stages?• What was their GTM and marketing strategy when launching, and how did that change over time• Amits top tips to future founders when it comes to launching a new business from scratch• What is next for Kubiya?

This is Episode 30 of the ThinkData podcast which also marks the end of Season 1. Our podcast is presented in partnership with Dataworks, and today, we're delighted to have Thierry Tremblay on the show.Thierry is the CEO and founder of Kohezion, a platform specializing in low-code and no-code database software solutionsWe covered a huge amount, including:What is the backstory to launching Kohezion, and how has Thierry's vision for the platform evolved since its inceptionHow will no-code/low-code tools evolve, and what are the major advantages they offer to businesses and individualsWhat are some of the biggest challenges that Thierry and his team are currently solvingHow does Kohezion ensure the security of the data and applications created on its platformWhat users can expect in terms of future features & enhancements to the Kohezion platform

This is Episode 29 of the ThinkData podcast in partnership with Dataworks and on today's show, we welcome Solomon Kahn!Solomon is the Founder & CEO of Delivery Layer. This SaaS Data Platform has been built, “to improve the time to market and customer experience for data products”.With over 15 years of experience working in Data & Analytics, Solomon has worked for Paperless Post, Nielsen, and Helium 10 before launching his own start-up Delivery Layer in August 2023.We spoke about - • His background and what made him launch Delivery Layer• Who is Delivery Layer and what makes the platform and product unique• What steps Solomon took to build a best-in-class data team, while maintaining a culture? • Solomon's thoughts on how Data & Analytics teams will be set up in the future when factoring in the huge number of layoffs that have happened over the past 6-12 months.• What positions, or functions within a classic Data team will be displaced, or impacted the most by Artificial Intelligence.

This is Episode 28 of the ThinkData podcast in partnership with Dataworks and on today's show we welcome Amanda Fetch!Amanda is the Head of Applied Science at Data Squared and has over 20 years of experience in Data and analytics, which has seen her work for The Bloc, SiriusXM, and Macy's. Amanda provides training, support, and mentorship to the next cohort of Data professionals, and has recently been recognized by Linkedin as a Top voice within Artificial IntelligenceThis was a great discussion, covering a lot of areas, including:Amanda's background and how she broke into Analytics?How Amanda upskilled herselfAdvice and tips to those who are trying to make it in the world of DataThe steps potential candidates can take to stand out when applying for roles How companies should approach hiring to put themselves in the best possible position to avoid redundancies. What does the future hold for AI?