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Synthetic Research Explained, Understanding AI-Powered Audience Testing for MarketersWhat is synthetic research and how accurate is it really?In this episode of That's What I Call Marketing, Conor Byrne sits down with Dr. Ben Warner, former Chief Data Adviser to the UK Prime Minister and co-founder of Electric Twin, to unpack one of the most talked-about developments in modern market research: synthetic audiences.This is not ChatGPT pretending to be a consumer. Synthetic research uses real-world survey data, behavioural modelling and large language models to create AI-driven audience simulations that allow organisations to test messaging, product ideas and strategy at speed before committing real budgets. If you work in marketing, insight, product, strategy or leadership, this episode will challenge how you think about research, risk and decision-making.⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – Introduction to synthetic research02:00 – From quantum physics to behavioural modelling03:35 – Why human behaviour is harder to predict than we think05:17 – The problem with traditional decision-making tools09:02 – What Electric Twin actually does10:00 – What a “synthetic audience” really means13:59 – Testing creative, messaging and propositions in real time15:06 – Accuracy vs traditional survey research17:00 – Real-world use cases across marketing and product19:02 – The danger of asking the “wrong” question23:06 – Democratising customer insight inside organisations25:00 – Where synthetic research fits (and where it doesn't)27:00 – Innovation vs risk-averse organisations29:09 – The story behind the name “Electric Twin”In this episode, we cover:How synthetic audiences are built from real-world dataWhy traditional surveys can be slow, expensive and restrictiveHow AI allows teams to iterate research questions instantlyThe difference between testing ideas safely and making bold decisions blindlyWhy trust and validation matter in emerging AI toolsWhere synthetic research complements (not replaces) conventional methodsWhy this mattersEvery organisation says it wants to be “customer-centric”.But insight is often expensive, delayed, siloed or underused.Synthetic research introduces a new tool into the decision-making toolkit — one that allows teams to explore, iterate and pressure-test ideas before they go live.Whether you are a CMO defending budget, a product lead developing a proposition, or a strategy team modelling future scenarios, this conversation explores how AI-driven research could reshape how decisions are made.If you found this useful, share it with a colleague and subscribe for more conversations with marketing leaders shaping the future of the industry.

Nikki Varanasi, CEO of Parrot Finance, breaks down how everyday investors can now mirror real portfolios from hedge funds, asset managers and top investors. Stop guessing. Start mirroring the pros!

Let us know your thoughts, questions, and who you want to hear from next!In this episode of The Exchange, Tim Whybourne sits down with Grayson McLeod, Chief Operating Officer at Monochrome, to discuss everything from why we need to think more deeply about the demand for Bitcoin (BTC), as the Australian economy does not necessarily present a need for us to invest in BTC, why Bitcoin is likely to move higher over the coming years, and the innovations that Monochrome is making to make it easier and more functional to invest into BTC.In his role, Grayson oversees the day-to-day operations of the firm's exchange-traded funds. His focus spans the end-to-end mechanics of the products, including trading, custody, market maker oversight and managing the in-kind application and redemption process for direct Bitcoin transfers.With eight years of experience working in the Bitcoin space, Grayson brings hands-on insight into the operational challenges of running a regulated crypto investment product. He plays a key role in ensuring Monochrome's products function seamlessly behind the scenes, bridging the gap between on-chain assets and traditional markets.Monochrome Disclaimer:The matters discussed in this episode are general in nature and do not take into account any person's individual objectives. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.  No representation, warranty or undertaking is given or made in relation to the accuracy or completeness of the information presented. Please review the PDS and TMD (available at https://monochrome.au) and consult a financial adviser before deciding whether to acquire an interest in IBTC or IETH. Noting that investing in bitcoin or ethereum is volatile and extremely high risk.Disclaimer: The information in this podcast series is for general financial educational purposes only, should not be considered financial advice and is only intended for wholesale clients. That means the information does not consider your objectives, financial situation or needs. You should consider if the information is appropriate for you and your needs. You should always consult your trusted licensed professional adviser before making any investment decision.

On Episode 618 of Impact Boom, Noel Lim of Anika Legal discusses how reimagining legal services through student-led, tech-enabled models is driving community impact and unpacks the role of collaboration, integrity, and innovation in reshaping access to justice and tackling Australia's housing crisis. If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up your impact, don't miss out on this episode! If you enjoyed this episode, then check out Episode 244 with Katie Richards on legal tips to help your social enterprise thrive -> https://bit.ly/4ru6DuK The team who made this episode happen were: Host: Indio Myles Guest(s): Noel Lim Producer: Indio Myles We invite you to join our community on Facebook, LinkedIn or Instagram to stay up to date on the latest social innovation news and resources to help you turn ideas into impact. You'll also find us on all the major podcast streaming platforms, where you can also leave a review and provide feedback.

In this episode, we sit down with Pawan Gupta, the visionary Cofounder & CEO of The Wedding Company. This marks Pawan's second appearance on our podcast, where he dives deep into his entrepreneurial evolution from Betterhalf.ai to building India's largest wedding planning company.Pawan shares the compelling story behind The Wedding Company, revealing how a long-held vision transformed into a thriving enterprise focused on standardizing and enhancing the wedding planning experience. He discusses the critical shift from matchmaking to end-to-end wedding services, driven by the core premise of providing reliability, affordability, and accessibility in a traditionally unorganized sector.Join us as Pawan unpacks:- The Genesis of The Wedding Company: How years of planning and market observation led to identifying and addressing the complexities of Indian weddings.- Innovating a Traditional Market: The strategic development of a "lightweight managed marketplace" model that balances technology with high-touch operational excellence to solve for reliability.- The Power of Scale: Insights into building a network of 28,000+ venue partners, completing over 1,000 weddings, and achieving operational profitability across eight cities.- Technology as a Backbone: How The Wedding Company leverages its robust platform for customers, suppliers, and internal teams, from personalized proposals to real-time venue availability.- Disrupting with AI: A sneak peek into their innovative AI applications, including automated decor designs from Pinterest photos and future plans for generative AI in wedding planning and financing.- The Future of Weddings: Pawan's long-term vision to transform The Wedding Company into the "Uber for weddings," empowering independent event planners and standardizing services across India.

The UK Investor Magazine was delighted to be joined by David Spickett, Founder of TheCarCrowd, to discuss the company's crowdfunding campaign and how TheCarCrowd is democratising collectible car investment.Learn more about TheCarCrowd here.David reveals how fractional ownership is democratising access to one of the world's most resilient alternative asset classes.In this conversation, David explains why collectible cars have historically delivered strong returns but remained locked away from everyday investors, and how TheCarCrowd's proprietary technology platform is changing that.With over 40 cars funded and nearly 6,000 members, he shares key insights on transforming a niche concept into a scalable business, the complexity of building a fractional-ownership infrastructure that actually works, and why uncertain markets are driving accelerated demand for tangible, passion-driven investments.David also discusses the strategic decision to build their own tech platform, Syndi, its potential applications beyond cars, and why now is the right time to open TheCarCrowd to investors.We also learn of an exciting update on the technology's SaaS rollout to new partners.Visit TheCarCrowd's Crowdfunding page here.He outlines where new capital raised during the crowdfunding campaign will have the biggest impact and shares his vision for what success looks like as the business scales into its next phase of growth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textMoney Majlis kicks off 2026 with my predictions for the 6 top trends in banking this year plus a candid, high-energy conversation with one of Europe's original fintech pioneers: Kim Fournais, founder and CEO of Saxo Bank. From starting with just a telephone, a fax machine and Euro 70,000 in capital in 1992, to building a global multi-asset trading and investment powerhouse serving nearly 1.5 million clients with over USD 140 billion in assets, Kim's journey is a masterclass in vision, grit and disciplined innovation. In this episode, Kim explains how a young engineer in Copenhagen spotted the inefficiencies of voice-based trading and decided to put “the whole capital markets business on the internet” years before online trading was mainstream. He recalls sketching his first trading screen on paper, launching Saxo's online platform in 1998, and convincing a sceptical industry that real-time, transparent pricing and digital execution would define the future of markets. We talk about Saxo's evolution from a niche Danish brokerage into a global facilitator of capital markets — a tech-first bank delivering multi-asset, multi-currency, multilingual platforms not only to direct clients, but also to more than a hundred financial institutions through a white-label “banking-as-a-service” model. Kim shares how partnerships, culture and an obsession with the “Saxo experience” have allowed the firm to stay agile even as it scaled, embedding technology into every team instead of isolating IT in a silo. He talks about using AI for years across the value chain, and why the real revolution is a new service model that combines human relationship managers with hyper-personalised, AI-driven insights and digital wealth solutions.  Kim reflects on responsible risk-taking, arguing that common sense, diversification and education must anchor a world where powerful tools are increasingly in everyone's hands. He warns against the “get rich fast” culture around trading and crypto, stressing that true financial democracy requires informed investors, robust guardrails and long-term, win–win relationships between platforms and clients.  Finally, Kim explains “honest capitalism” through his self-sustaining Danish island, powered by wind, solar, batteries and regenerative farming, which he sees as a microcosm of how capital can create beauty, biodiversity and independence rather than excess. He shares what true wealth means to him – meaningful relationships, health, and purposeful work – and how martial arts, flying turboprops and modern art all shape his mindset as a leader.  Produced by : PoddsterGiving partner : GoodworldSponsors : Aquanow, Emirates NBD, Intellect Design Arena, e& Etisalat and Network International Please visit www.moneymajlis.com to redeem your complimentary USD 50 GiveCard towards a charity of your choice.

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In this episode of the Finish Big Podcast, host Mark Dorman sits down with Michael Carter — serial entrepreneur, venture investor and founder of BizEquity, and now founder & CEO of Entrepreneurs Management Group (EMG.AI). Michael has built platforms used by hundreds of thousands of businesses, created large shareholder value, and now aims to democratise entrepreneurship with an AI-driven roadmap and founders' co-pilot. Mark and Michael discuss: BizEquity origin — why business valuation needed democratising and the early insight that launched BizEquity. Democratisation — making knowledge faster, cheaper and more accessible for entrepreneurs. EMG.ai & the Roadmap — the 73-step Entrepreneurs Roadmap and the vision to be a coach/agent for founders. Digital Agents — what an entrepreneur's agent is, how it's built on LLMs and why every company will want one. Who EMG serves — solopreneurs, first-time founders and early-stage teams that lack VC networks. Monetisation & product path — free entry via Ben (the agent), moving to pro/agent subscriptions and community. Mission Capitalist Club — a non-partisan crew, think-tank for entrepreneurs, and community experiments. Big picture — entrepreneurship as the new athletic profession: coaching, repeatable playbooks and scaled mentorship via AI. Connect with Mark Dorman: Succession Plus US LinkedIn: Mark Dorman LinkedIn: Succession Plus Facebook: Succession Plus (330)-416-9271 mdorman@succession.plus About the Guest: Michael (Mike) Carter is a serial entrepreneur and founder of BizEquity (the world's largest online business valuation platform) and now Entrepreneurs Management Group (EMG.AI). Mike has helped platforms used by c.400,000 businesses, created substantial shareholder value, and now focuses on building tools (roadmaps + AI agents) that democratise entrepreneurship — giving founders an accessible coach, playbook and business brain. He also founded the Mission Capitalist Club, a philanthropic, apolitical entrepreneurs' community in Philadelphia.  

In this episode, we sit down with the founder of Buttermilk - a world-class creator agency. Jamie Ray digs deep into his founder journey: a story of how a bored trainee lawyer walked out of a City job, set up shop in a Krispy Kreme, and built Buttermilk into a $50m+ creator agency. We get into how influencer marketing actually works now, why TikTok and COVID changed everything, how brands are using super fans to decide what products to launch, and where AI fits into the creator economy.  It's honest and funny - a proper look at where the creator world is heading next.

"The future won't belong to humans or machines, but to those who master the hybrid skill set combining AI literacy and human literacy."The future of work is not about humans versus machines. Instead, it belongs to those who master a unique hybrid skill set. This blend combines AI literacy with essential human capabilities. Literacy in today's world lies in the ability to learn, unlearn and relearn - this has never been more true as it is in today's partnership with Agentic AI. Andréa and I delve into the what these combined forces could look like, and how to build the framework for operational implementation. Digital transformation requires a hybrid skill set that fulfils the three different facets of transformation (cognitive, behavioural and emotional), which in turn align with the aspects of workplace culture (how we think, act and interact). We discuss how to build a culture of trust in AI, essential for successful collaboration and highlight a critical distinction : humans interpret data semantically, giving it meaning and purpose, while AI processes it syntactically, based on patterns and probabilities. This difference impacts decision-making and ethical considerations. Leaders of the future must be honest about and clearly see what tasks should be augmented using AI and how the time saved should be spent, i.e. what does AI do best now and, consequently, what should humans do better?How are you ensuring that you, your teams & your organisation are developing the skills necessary to complement AI's analytical power and drive results together. The main insights you'll get from this episode are : - Democratising access to a hybrid skill set means defining how to navigate the ‘fear vs. opportunity' narrative of human potential in a world of AI, harking back to ‘man vs. machine' as opposed to embracing a ‘man with machine' approach.- Digital transformation requires a hybrid skill set that fulfils the three different facets of transformation (cognitive, behavioural and emotional), which in turn align with the aspects of workplace culture (how we think, act and interact).- The cognitive transformation element, i.e. decision-making, is the most problematic for leaders as humans still believe in the old way of making decisions; leaders are most exposed to this risk due to their past successes.- In the words of Rasmus Hougaard, “ego is the worst enemy of leadership” and hampers effective decision-making - AI makes new things possible and humans are taken aback by the exponential rate at which we must learn and unlearn.- Prompting, data sense-making and re-perception mean that we need to craft better input for AI but also ask humans better questions - unexpected questions open our minds to novelty and creativity.- Our inherited educational model rewards good answers, not good questions, yet this stifles creativity and re-perception; the latter goes against the human (and educational) grain, but AI tools represent a good sparring partner.- Rather than a product-centric approach, we are now called upon to make sense of data, but AI and humans interpret data differently: humans interpret it semantically (adding their own perspective); AI interprets it syntactically (as tokens without understanding meaning).- The problem inherent to AI is that it does not understand or give meaning to its decisions and has no conscience about the action taken - humans must have responsibility for giving data meaning and not outsource this to AI.- AI learns on a binary basis without context; tasks that are too demanding...

Miquita Oliver and Jordan Stephens answer your questions about VILLAINS.Next week, we want to hear your questions about LYRICS. Please send us a voice note on WhatsApp: 08000 30 40 90. Or, if you like, send us an email: missme@bbc.co.uk.This episode contains very strong language and adult themes. Credits: Producer: Natalie Jamieson Technical Producer: Will Gibson Smith Assistant Producer: Caillin McDaid Production Coordinator: Rose Wilcox Executive Producer: Dino Sofos Assistant Commissioner for BBC: Lorraine Okuefuna Commissioning Editor for BBC: Dylan HaskinsMiss Me? is a Persephonica production for BBC Sounds

I am Aleksandra Vancevska, gestalt therapeutic counsellor and UKCP student therapist. I support you to transform overachieving burnout, stress, perfectionism and stuckness into fulfilling self-confidence and authentic success.To start therapy with me schedule a free consultation: https://calendly.com/aleksandra-vanchevska/discovery-call

In this episode of ScaleUp Radio, Kevin Brent is joined by Matias Carpio, co-founder of Onlyscience – a soon-to-launch SaaS platform on a mission to make advanced marketing analytics accessible to agencies of all sizes. Onlyscience is building an AI-powered analytics tool that enables marketing agencies to quantify and optimise campaign performance – all without needing a technical background. The platform, which includes a storytelling layer for actionable insights, aims to help agencies move beyond spreadsheets and guesswork with a simplified yet powerful solution. Though the business is currently pre-revenue, the team has spent the last 18 months developing the product and recently secured investment – including a highly competitive Innovate UK grant – as they prepare for launch in August 2025. Kevin and Matias dive into the journey so far, discussing the challenges of being a solo founder, the nuances of building and communicating a clear value proposition, and why self-care and continual learning are essential parts of startup life.

Eight Billionaires possess as much wealth as half the world's population. Dr. Shann Turnbull, who was selected by Garry Davis as his World Economics Commissioner, has a plan to cure the world's gross inequality. Shann has proved how tax incentives can radically reduce inequality, so all voters obtain locally controlled eternal well-being dividends. Twice he has used tax incentives to raise millions of dollars from hundreds of investors in 15-year leases that funded publicly traded corporations. Twice he has also created corporations with locally elected boards to introduce “Polycentric” self-governance described by Elinor Ostrom in her 2009 Nobel Prize acceptance speech. Both innovations could win voter support from both sides of politics. In 1976, the ultra-right stockbrokers' journal in Australia published a review by Socialist Deputy Prime Minister of Australia of Shann's 1975 book Democratising the Wealth of Nations. The United Nations published a summary of his book. This led to Shann being invited to explain stakeholder privatization in Prague in 1991/2 and Beijing in 1992. He authored Australian Parliamentary reports on Aboriginal self-determination in 1977/8. His 2001 PhD from Macquarie University created a methodology to establish the science of governance of any specie and introduced to social scientists the self-governing concept of Tensegrity. He is a prolific author on using the self-governing practices of biota to purify, share and sustain localized capitalism. See the video and ask questions of future guests at:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠theworldismycountry.com/club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music by: „World Citizen“ Jahcoustix feat. Shaggy, courtesy of Dominik Haas, Telefonica and EoM Check out the film on World Citizen #1 Garry Davis: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠theworldismycountry.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Endorse the ban on Nuclear Weapons: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠theworldismycountry.com/endorse⁠

Investing in private markets can help reduce overall portfolio volatility, as they tend to have a lower correlation with public markets. Sure sounds good but what are the hidden complexities to look out for before you take the plunge? Howie Lim finds out. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: Are private assets available to retail investors? More governance and transparency for the private market Hidden complexities revealed Democratising the private market --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg. --- Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) With Ritesh Ganeriwal, managing director and head of investments and advisory at Syfe Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every Monday: Channel: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Amazon: bt.sg/mham Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/oeXe Spotify: bt.sg/oeGN YouTube Music: bt.sg/mhyt Website: bt.sg/moneyhacks Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice. --- Discover more BT podcast series: BT Mark To Market Podcast at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt WealthBT at: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at : bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Investing in private markets can help reduce overall portfolio volatility, as they tend to have a lower correlation with public markets. Sure sounds good but what are the hidden complexities to look out for before you take the plunge? Howie Lim finds out. Synopsis: Every Monday, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. Highlights: Are private assets available to retail investors? More governance and transparency for the private market Hidden complexities revealed Democratising the private market --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg. --- Written and hosted by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) With Ritesh Ganeriwal, managing director and head of investments and advisory at Syfe Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Follow BT Money Hacks podcasts every Monday: Channel: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks Amazon: bt.sg/mham Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/oeXe Spotify: bt.sg/oeGN YouTube Music: bt.sg/mhyt Website: bt.sg/moneyhacks Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice. --- Discover more BT podcast series: BT Mark To Market Podcast at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt WealthBT at: bt.sg/btwealthbt PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/pcOM BT Branded Podcasts at : bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1 year ago, a law firm founder told me their biggest fear. (It wasn't AI.)It was losing the rainmaker.The partner who brings in the big clients.The one who could walk out & take half the revenue with them.For decades, that's how law firms grew.But things are shifting.AI isn't just automating admin.It's DEMOCRATISING business development.This doesn't replace your rainmakers.It amplifies what makes them greatSo you're not left exposed.So growth doesn't depend on one person.Because the real risk isn't losing your rainmaker.It's building a firm that only works if they stay.Today, I'm sitting down with Jody Glidden and James Wang, the founders of Postilize, a groundbreaking AI platform that's transforming how law firms build relationships and win business.Jody is a serial legal tech entrepreneur and the brains behind Introhive, a leading CRM intelligence platform.James is a BlackBerry veteran who led global ISV strategy, secured over $30M in partner-driven revenue.Today we talk about a topic that I've never heard people discuss, will AI kill the traditional law firm rainmaker?Find Postilize here:https://www.postilize.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In this episode of The Neon Show, we have Sharad Sharma, founder of iSPIRT, the technology think tank behind India Stack, Health Stack, and other digital public goods. If you want to understand where India's digital space is headed, how AI can shape its future, and why strategic autonomy is critical, this episode is a must-watch!0:00 – Introduction03:12 – India's aim to prevent digital colonization05:00 – Democratising digital infrastructure07:09 – UPI's 2012 vision: intraday loan for Rajni12:50 – The origin of ‘DPI' & misconceptions in India14:46 – Can India keep its first-mover advantage in DPI?16:15 – How UPI lost to Brazil's PIX17:49 – Introduction to MOSIP & DEPA19:22 – Did UPI fail to detach from government control?20:33 – The world evaluates DPI with India's 5 sutras22:48 – DPI interoperability & India's global leadership25:23 – Managing $2-3 billion funding in India's DPI ecosystem27:03 – Why India must stay paranoid: The David vs. Goliath mindset30:09 – Sam Altman doubted India's AI, now wants in33:25 – Facebook opposed net neutrality in India, backed it in the U.S.36:46 – Regulatory Innovations: Cable TV, mutual funds & OTAs40:19 – Did GST replace 4 tax filings with 36?44:05 – Does India have a regulatory framework for digital?51:06 – Scaling 10-100 with help from educational institutions53:02 – Breaking away from Visa & Mastercard55:47 – The ‘Stay in India' checklist to bring back talent59:58 – Grading India on DPI globalization01:00:57 – U.S. antitrust battles & how they shaped big tech01:08:25 – Building India's AI ecosystem using its data advantage01:12:50 – Picking India's battles in AI: healthcare as an opportunity01:15:00 – Can India build its own AI assistants?01:17:56 – Why India must update academia & build industrial labs01:22:18 – DEPA: Enabling Low-Cost Access to Non-Public Data01:27:55 – UPI was age & color blind, DEPA won't be01:31:06 – How will India approach AI regulation?01:39:05 – Creating ‘landing spots' for Indian AI talent01:41:53 – Five key actions for India's AI success01:45:01 – Hiring call for India's AI & DPI visionaries01:51:55 – Building Co's for India's strategic autonomy----Hi, I am your host Siddhartha! I have been an entrepreneur from 2012-2017 building two products AddoDoc and Babygogo. After selling my company to SHEROES, I and my partner Nansi decided to start up again. But we felt unequipped in our skillset in 2018 to build a large company. We had known 0-1 journeys from our startups but lacked the experience of building 1-10 journeys. Hence was born The Neon Show (Earlier 100x Entrepreneur) to learn from founders and investors, the mindset to scale yourself and your company. This quest still keeps us excited even after 5 years and doing 200+ episodes.We welcome you to our journey to understand what goes behind building a super successful company. Every episode is done with a very selfish motive, that I and Nansi should come out as a better entrepreneur and professional after absorbing the learnings.----Check us out on:Website: https://neon.fund/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theneonshoww/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/beneon/Twitter: https://x.com/TheNeonShowwConnect with Siddhartha on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/siddharthaahluwalia/Twitter: https://x.com/siddharthaa7----This video is for informational purposes only. The views expressed are those of the individuals quoted and do not constitute professional advice.Send us a text

Kiln operates as a staking-as-a-service platform, primarily focused on Ethereum, enabling users to stake assets programmatically, managing validators, rewards, and commissions through an API-first approach. In addition, it offers white-label solutions that allow institutional clients to integrate staking functionalities into their own offerings, with unified API for all assets and rewards, making it easier for businesses to provide staking services without developing the infrastructure themselves. With more than $13bn worth of assets secured, Kiln has proven its reliability, having no slashing events thus far. Moreover, Kiln widget offers a no-code experience for launching custom earn options, integrated with every major wallet and custodian.Topics covered in this episode:Laszlo's backgroundFounding KilnEnterprise-grade validators and slashingDevOps & infrastructure maintenanceETH staking and custodyLiquid staking and restakingThe evolution of staking providers and requirementsDeFi yieldInstitutional investorsKiln roadmapEpisode links:Laszlo Szabo on XKiln on XSponsors:Gnosis: Gnosis builds decentralized infrastructure for the Ethereum ecosystem, since 2015. This year marks the launch of Gnosis Pay— the world's first Decentralized Payment Network. Get started today at - gnosis.ioChorus1: Chorus1 is one of the largest node operators worldwide, supporting more than 100,000 delegators, across 45 networks. The recently launched OPUS allows staking up to 8,000 ETH in a single transaction. Enjoy the highest yields and institutional grade security at - chorus.oneThis episode is hosted by Friederike Ernst.

Felix Lee shares how ADPList is democratising mentorship, the lessons he's learned from failure and resilience, and why clarity beats cleverness in design. Highlights include: 03:58 - What parallels can you draw between your athletic career and leading ADPList? 09:42 - What is the fear you most often contend with as a young founder? 13:57 - What is the broader vision for ADPList beyond design? 15:19 - Why is it important for ADPList to be seen as a community rather than just a platform? 32:28 - How do you know if you are solving the right problem at ADPList? ====== Who is Felix Lee? Felix is the co-founder and CEO of ADPList, a global mentorship platform connecting expert designers, technologists, and professionals across more than 150 countries. With over 27,000 mentors, ADPList has made possible an incredible 100 million minutes of mentorship annually. In just three years, Felix has raised $1.3 million in capital, built a community of 120,000 LinkedIn followers, and launched the world's largest 24-hour design super-conference. Beyond design, ADPList has expanded to include product management and engineering, reflecting its mission as a human transformation company. Felix's journey hasn't been without challenges. As a young founder, his resilience has been shaped by early entrepreneurial setbacks and a drive to democratise mentorship. Featured in Forbes' 30 Under 30 Asia List and Tatler Asia's Gen-T List, Felix continues to inspire a global community with his clear and ambitious leadership style. Find Felix here: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/felixleezd/ Website: https://adplist.org/ ====== Subscribe to Brave UX Liked what you heard and want to hear more? Subscribe and support the show by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (or wherever you listen). Apple Podcast Spotify YouTube Podbean Follow us on our other social channels for more great Brave UX content! LinkedIn Instagram Brendan Jarvis hosts the Show, and you can find him here: Brendan Jarvis on LinkedIn The Space InBetween Website

This episode of the DDW narrated podcast series is titled “New ways to treat cancer”, which covers three articles written for DDW Volume 24 – Issue 2, Spring 2023 of DDW. They are called: “3D Genomics and targeted cancer therapies”, “Democratising proteomics for cancer and beyond”, and Meet the Researcher: John Maher” In the first article, Anthony Schmitt, PhD, Senior Vice President, Science at Arima Genomics, discusses the applications of 3D genomics in cancer research. In the second article, DDW Editor Reece Armstrong speaks to Nautilus Co-Founder and Chief Scientist Parag Mallick, about the company's recent collaboration which aims to uncover the proteins that could be behind a rare and fatal childhood cancer. In the third article, John Maher, Leucid Bio, told me about his work and offers valuable advice to others in this field.

Sal Khan sheds light on his approach to narrowing the ‘knowledge economy' gap through personalisation and accessibility. His new AI-powered learning platform Khanmigo aims to counteract the pitfalls of artificial intelligence by promoting social integration rather than alienation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SummaryIn this conversation, Marques Colston, a former NFL player transitioned to leading the boardroom playbook, dives into the dynamic world of sports and business ventures. Marques discusses his innovative investments in the sports value chain, including sports medicine, technology, and fan engagement. The conversation covers Marque's insights on the socioeconomic impact around stadiums, the rising popularity of lacrosse, and his hands-on approach to parenting. He also opens up about coaching his son's football team and the importance of instilling resilience in his children.Marques also shares his football crossover strategy to finding sustainable and scalable investments, his philosophy on team dynamics, and the challenges athletes face when transitioning from professional sports. From founding Champion Venture Partners to raising a $100 million fund, Marques Colston's story is a testament to innovation and resilience.TakeawaysMarques' investment portfolio focuses on the sports value chain.From athlete to investor, Marques seamlessly transitioned from the field to venture capitalism.Marques introduces his three levels of awareness—self, peripheral, and situational.Understanding team dynamics and individual roles can maximise collective performance.A focus on democratising investments, making it more accessible for others.Marques shares his parenting approach to build resilience.Chapters (00:00) From Football Field to Business Strategy with Marques Colston.(03:43) Run down of Marques Colston's 10-year football career.(06:13) Introducing Champion Venture Partners, a fund that invests in sports companies.(07:00) Democratising private investments for average investors.(12:51) Humble beginnings and embracing challenges to strengthen growth.(14:37) Sports teach resilience and self-awareness through adversity.(16:59) Marques Colston's career highlights include consistency.(20:04) Motivation as an internal standard.(21:50) Transitioning from professional football to next career.(23:36) Early career investments built skills and confidence for the next steps.(30:16) Evaluating scalability and sustainability of businesses.(35:37) Creating access to opportunities in alternative investments.(37:27) Changes to opportunities in the pandemic.(40:10) Taking football team experience into executive coaching.(45:12) Culture and leadership impact performance and rewards.(46:06) Quick fire questions with Marques Colston.(49:12) Book recommendations.About Marques Colston Marques Colston is a former NFL star now leading wins in the business field of venture capitalists. He is a Founding Partner at Champion Venture Partners, a fund dedicated to innovative investment opportunities that generate meaningful returns in the sports ecosystem.Marquesis humble about his outstanding 10 year career as a wide receiver for New Orleans Saints. He was the Saints all time leader in receptions, receiving yards, touchdowns, and he played a key role in their super bowl victory in 2009. Since stepping off the field, he's seamlessly transitioned into the world of business applying the same Creating Separation mindset that defined his football career.Over the last 15+ years, he has become a trusted leader in business strategy, private equity, and sports business, driving sustainable growth for companies across various sectors. He's passionate about supporting athletes in navigating the shift from professional sports to business, creating a pathway and holding the door open for those coming up behind him.Marques wants to democratise investment capability, or the ability of people to invest in early-stage businesses. His current $100 million fund

Video footage courtesy of ⁠https://sahamati.org.in/⁠ In this episode of The Core Report: Weekend Edition, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj engages with Nandan Nilekani, the former CEO of Infosys and a pivotal figure in shaping India's digital identity and financial inclusion landscape. The discussion touches upon the evolution of digital public infrastructure (DPI) in India, starting from the launch of Aadhaar in 2009 and progressing to the transformative Unified Payments Interface (UPI) and account aggregators. Nilekani highlights the critical role of population scale, frugal engineering, and public-private partnerships in fostering financial inclusion across the nation. Nilekani candidly addresses the challenges faced in this journey, including issues of fraud and the need for improved financial literacy among citizens. He also explores the promising potential of emerging technologies like ‘Finternet‘ and AI to further democratize access to financial services, making them more accessible to all. This dialogue not only sheds light on India's digital advancements but also offers valuable insights into the future of financial inclusion and technology's role in shaping it. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from one of the leading minds behind India's digital revolution! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Listeners! We await your feedback....⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Core and The Core Report is ad supported and FREE for all readers and listeners. Write in to shiva@thecore.in for sponsorships and brand studio requirements. For more of our coverage check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thecore.in⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join and Interact anonymously on our whatsapp channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to our Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube

There has never been a better time for Australians to take control of their financial futures, all it takes is a little bit of time and research. On this episode of In the Balance, hosts Munzurul Khan from KHI Partners and SPI's Phil Tarrant discuss avenues for increasing financial literacy. They welcome to the show two of Munzurul's colleagues, Stephanie Youngman and Aboho Haroon, who each share some of the valuable lessons they've learnt as accountants from observing client risks and opportunities. Stephanie shares her experience as a property investor, and how she amassed a portfolio of six properties to secure her financial goals. Aboho, meanwhile, delves into the intricacies of self-managed super funds as one avenue for a prosperous retirement.The group discusses how access to information has changed, and shares how resources – just like this podcast – have made information on financial matters more accessible to the general public.

In this episode of Macrodose, guest host Isabelle Ferreras delves into the often-overlooked contradiction at the heart of modern democratic societies: while we live in democratic states, our workplaces are far from democratic. Isabelle explores the concept of "economic bicameralism" as a solution to bridge this gap and extend democratic principles into the workplace. She argues that if we truly value democracy, we must reconsider how power is distributed in the firms where we spend the majority of our lives. You can order Democratizing the Corporation:The Bicameral Firm and Beyond, here from Verso Books: https://www.versobooks.com/en-gb/products/3080-democratizing-the-corporation?srsltid=AfmBOorXp_sAFhpYJ2UZUWLbFyNO4sZvrMDiS-oZ2RVRFSm7jnh9EpCf

Welcome to another episode of This is HCD. We chatted with Loren Baxter, a product designer at Felt, about their innovative mapping software. Felt aims to make map-making accessible to everyone, moving beyond just GIS experts. Loren shared how Felt simplifies the process of creating maps, making it easy for users to handle geospatial data and collaborate seamlessly. We discussed Felt's impactful role in disaster response and humanitarian efforts, showcasing how accessible mapping can make a real difference. Loren also explained the challenges government organisations face with specialised mapping and how Felt addresses these issues. We delved into the exciting potential of AI in enhancing mapping experiences and the design challenges of creating a product for both novices and experts. Loren highlighted Felt's free option for personal use, emphasising their commitment to accessibility. Overall, Felt is making significant strides in democratising map-making, and it was inspiring to hear about their journey and vision for the future. linkedin.com/in/lorenbaxter https://felt.com/?utm_source=website&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=hcd_podcast Become a member: https://www.thisishcd.com/landing/circle-a-community-for-ethically-conscious-designers-changemakers Book a Coaching Chemistry Call: https://calendly.com/gerryscullion/coaching-chemistry-call

Episode 147: Dr Andy McDonald chats to James King. James holds a first class degree in Applied Sports Science, and an MSc in Performance Psychology, both from the University of Edinburgh. James has counselled government agencies and specialist military units. He also provides guidance to coaches, managers and athletes within the English Premier League (EPL), Team GB, and the National Basketball Association (NBA) and has presented case studies on his work for the MBA programs at the University of Oxford, Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). In this conversation, James and Andy discuss the importance and application of psychological skills in sports performance - Topics Discussed    Assessing Performance in Sports Psychology Personalising Development Bouncing Back: Recovering Quickly from Setbacks Understanding the Problem Before Implementing Solutions Democratizing Access to Psychological Skills - Where you can find James: Instagram X (Twitter) Website Book Podcast - Sponsors VALD Performance, makers of the Nordbord, Forceframe, ForeDecks and HumanTrak. VALD Performance systems are built with the high-performance practitioner in mind, translating traditionally lab-based technologies into engaging, quick, easy-to-use tools for daily testing, monitoring and training - TeamBuildr: A platform for any coach in any setting. Every day, thousands of coaches log into TeamBuildr to write training programs, build questionnaires and access athlete and client performance data. Teambuildr is a complete platform. Whether you're building your own programming, looking to create custom reports or give athletes a tool for accountability, they've built it out. - Where to Find Us Keep up to date with everything that is going on with the podcast by following Inform Performance on: Instagram Twitter Our Website - Our Team Andy McDonald Ben Ashworth Alistair McKenzie Dylan Carmody

Debbie Levitt is a UX and CX consultant, the author of a few books, including "Customers Know You Suck" and runs a thriving community of UX professionals. Her hot take? That if we are all fine doing each other's jobs (and maybe not doing them well) then AI can do all of our jobs today. Also available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lT5IBKsIE-E&ab_channel=OneKnightinProduct  

Join host Debra Chantry-Taylor on the Better Business Better Life podcast for an engaging conversation with Dean Cherny, a distinguished Australian DJ and the founder of Store Play, your go-to in-store music queue management system. Dean brings his vast experience from directing music for over 150 fashion shows across 30 fashion weeks and festivals over his illustrious 13-year career.    In this episode, discover Dean's strategies for adapting and thriving during the COVID-19 pandemic, which not only led to the creation of a new business but also reshaped his entire business landscape. Additionally, Dean will share his insights on achieving work-life balance as a dedicated husband and father of two girls while effectively scaling a business.    Whether you're an established entrepreneur or just starting out, this conversation is packed with practical advice and inspiration to help you elevate your business and maintain meaningful personal connections.    Tune in now and learn how to harness the transformative power of strategic adaptation with Dean Cherny!    HOST'S DETAILS:       ___________________________________________       ►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner       ►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/        ____________________________________________       GUESTS DETAILS:       ____________________________________________       ► https://storeplay.com.au/    ► Dean Cherny - LinkedIn  Chapters:  0:00 - Entrepreneurship, business growth, and work-life balance with an experienced DJ and founder of a music management system.  1:54 - Entrepreneurship, business growth, and community support.  8:08 - Democratising in-store music through app development.  10:38 - Retail technology and its evolution during COVID-19 pandemic.  16:53 - Using technology to improve event management and work-life balance.  21:32 - Leadership, culture, and execution of business strategy.  24:59 - Prioritising tasks and making time for personal and business growth.  31:21 - Marketing and growth strategies for a business, with mentions of global expansion and overcoming challenges as a solopreneur.  34:30 - Leadership development and growth through Entrepreneurs' Organisation (EO) membership. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/betterbusiness-betterlife/message

Dive into the future of video production with our groundbreaking podcast, where we sit down with industry visionary Christoffer Flemstrom, the founder of a game-changing video production company. Discover how they've reshaped the landscape with their 'Content as a Service' model, making high-quality video creation accessible and cost-effective for businesses of all sizes. Get insights into the technology, strategies, and success stories that are shaping the content creation world. If you're a purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or business professional looking to master video marketing while optimizing your budget, this podcast is your go-to source for innovation and inspiration.ABOUT THE GUESTMy guest today Christoffer Flemstrom, is the founder and visionary behind Klara Färdiga Film, a video production company that believes in making film creation accessible to all. After gaining experience in traditional film production, Christoffer developed an innovative ‘Content as a Service' model, allowing business owners to create content at a set monthly cost.Discover more about Christoffer and his business here:Website:       https://klarafardigafilm.com/Facebook:     https://www.facebook.com/people/Klara-F%C3%A4rdiga-Film/100082647908972/Instagram:    https://www.instagram.com/klarafardigafilm/TikTok:         https://www.tiktok.com/@klarafardigatiktokLinkedIn:       https://www.linkedin.com/in/christoffer-flemstr%C3%B6m-6785a1b9/LinkedIn:       https://www.linkedin.com/company/klara-f%C3%A4rdiga-film/ABOUT THE HOSTMy name is Dave Barr and am the Founder and Owner of RLB Purchasing Consultancy Limited.I have been working in Procurement for over 25 years and have had the joy of working in a number of global manufacturing and service industries throughout this time.I am passionate about self development, business improvement, saving money, buying quality goods and services, developing positive and effective working relationships with suppliers and colleagues, and driving improvement through out the supply chain.Now I wish to share this knowledge and that of highly skilled and competent people with you, the listener, in order that you may hopefully benefit from this information.CONTACT DETAILS@The Real Life BuyerEmail: david@thereallifebuyer.co.ukWebsite: https://linktr.ee/thereallifebuyerFor Purchasing Consultancy services:https://rlbpurchasingconsultancy.co.uk/Email: contact@rlbpurchasingconsultancy.co.ukFind and Follow me @reallifebuyer on Facebook, Instagram, X, Threads and TikTok.Click here for some Guest Courses - https://www.thereallifebuyer.co.uk/guest-courses/Click here for some Guest Publications - https://www.thereallifebuyer.co.uk/guest-publications

In conversation with Tendai Shepherd Mbanje   In this  episode of the Africa Rights Talk podcast, Mr. Tendai Mbanje engaged in a thought-provoking conversation addressing critical issues related to South Africa's political landscape and democratic processes.  He noted that South Africa has witnessed declining voter registration and turnout due to disillusionment with politicians. Issues like corruption, poor service delivery, and unemployment have eroded public trust. He noted that to restore faith in the electoral process and governance, political parties must be transparent about their actions, decisions, and financial dealings, hold leaders accountable for their promises and actions, prioritise efficient service delivery to address citizens' needs, implement robust anti-corruption measures and engage with citizens.    Mr Mbanje emphasised the importance of attracting and mobilising  young voters. He iterated that the youth demographic plays a pivotal role in shaping South Africa's future and that political parties should Educate young voters about their rights, the electoral process, and the impact of their vote, and develop policies that resonate with youth concerns (e.g., education, employment, climate change) and most importantly,include young leaders in decision-making bodies. On the note of balancing ambitious promises and realism of political campaigns, parties should make specific commitments rather than vague promises, back promises with evidence and feasible plans and communicate limitations and challenges honestly. Mr Mbanje noted that the 2024 elections coincide with South Africa's 30th anniversary of democracy, therefore making it a unique election. And that the outcome will determine if it is a maturing democracy or a regressing democracy and may influence democratic norms in other African nations. Furthermore,  he commended the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) and other various governmental and non-governmental institutions in combating disinformation and ensuring credible elections and highlighted  that South Africa's elections serves as a model due to its implementation of robust fact-checking mechanisms, education of citizens about discerning reliable information, transparent communication about electoral processes and her willingness tp collaborate globally to combat disinformation. In summary, Mr. Tendai Mbanje's insights underscore the importance of transparent, accountable, and youth-inclusive political processes in shaping South Africa's future and influencing democratic practices across the African continent.   Mr. Tendai Shepherd Mbanje is an accomplished scholar and advocate, and currently a Project Officer, at the Expression, Information and Digital Rights Unit (EIDR), Centre for Human Rights, University of Pretoria. He has made significant contributions to African governance and electoral processes. His research focuses on the critical role of Regional Economic Communities (RECs) within the African Union. Mr. Mbanje's work sheds light on credible and legitimate electoral practices, emphasising transparency, accountability, and youth engagement. His insights resonate beyond South Africa, influencing democratic norms and practices in neighbouring African nations, and exploring strategies to combat disinformation and ensure credible electoral outcomes.     This conversation was recorded on 19 March 2024.   Youtube: https://youtu.be/MpQFogU6lns Music and news extracts: Inner Peace by Mike Chino https://soundcloud.com/mike-chinoCreative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/0nI6qJeqFcc  limitless https://stock.adobe.com/za/search/audio?k=452592386

In this episode, Eric is joined by Raj Verma, CEO of SingleStore - a Series F startup that provides a cloud-native database built with speed and scale to power real-time applications.Raj speaks on their journey of finding the problem in their market. They saw how inefficient it is to navigate between multiple data platforms and that data is often too fragmented and spread between too many sources to ensure quality conclusions due to there being too many points of failure. Big tech has a huge data advantage over mid-market competitors due to the fact that leveraging data is super expensive. SingleStore is on a mission to democratize data utilization in smaller companies, which also reflects in their client base - SaaS companies between $10-300 million ARR see the most benefit from implementing SingleStore, and their best performing segment are go-to-market tools, which is a motion that historically doesn't rely on data as much as other parts of the business.Generative AI is changing the way companies utilize data. Raj mentions that in the digital age, generative AI has been in the making for decades. He sees AI being discussed in 3 buckets - first one being that it will help automate easy work, second being that hard tasks will become easy, and third being that the impossible will become possible. He predicts that 50% of software jobs will become automated. Raj is fascinated by what it means for the impossible to become possible. He believes that science will be the sector that will see the most growth from AI, and he speaks on how AI is changing the way we approach medicine. Tune into the full episode to learn more about how SingleStore is democratising data!HIGHLIGHTS:00:00 What does SingleStore do?02:06 The problem SingleStore saw in the market05:38 How agile teams suffer due to inefficient data tools09:21 What keeps incumbency in place? 12:47 How early stage startups can leverage their data16:42 How generative AI is changing the world21:40 AI implications in medicine Connect with Raj - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajvermaceo/ Don't forget to subscribe to the Chaos to Clarity Podcast for more invaluable episodes to help you grow your business and stay ahead of the curve! To reach out to Eric, visit ChaosToClarity.io

For the 95% of publishers who haven't yet adopted AI, identifying a use case they can start with is usually the biggest roadblock. But the tools also need to be available for publishers to be able to support their unique revenue streams. This is the latest in our Media Briefs series of short, sharp sponsored episodes - just 10 to 15 minutes - with a senior executive from a vendor working with publishers to make their businesses better. In this episode, Peter speaks with Maanas Mediratta, CEO at Bridged Media, about how and why making AI tools more accessible to publishers will help the whole ecosystem. Much of the AI innovation is being driven by big tech companies and industries like eCommerce, fashion and finance. But publishers have such a diversity of business models, even tools designed for media companies often won't satisfy individual companies' goals and needs. Note: Media Voices are currently working with Bridged to advance our own goals of driving sign-ups to our daily newsletter, and resurfacing relevant content from our site. You may well see some of our engagement tests over the coming weeks, so if you're interested in trying Bridged for yourself, details are below. This Media Briefs episode is sponsored by Bridged Media, democratising AI for publishers. Through no-code AI solutions, Bridged lets publishers access the power of machine learning and Gen AI to meet their engagement and revenue objectives. Publisher-first AI tools detect where the audience is most likely to engage and through a single line of code, introduce action cards that prompt readers to register, subscribe, or read more, helping publishers establish richer relationships. Learn more about Bridged Media's no-code AI tools on their website.

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In today's episode we're speaking with Yassir Rais, Founder and CEO of Spanish specialty coffee business, Syra Coffee.Founded in 2015 in Barcelona, Syra Coffee has rapidly grown in recent years and now has an impressive 43 sites across 7 cities in Spain as well as a formidable B2C roasting business.In this conversation Yassir explores the inherent relationship between design, architecture and specialty coffee and shares his mission to democratise good coffee by making it accessible and affordable to all consumers.Credits music: "Broken Ground" by Kavalla in association with The Coffee Music Project and SEB CollectiveSign up for our newsletter to receive the latest coffee news at worldcoffeeportal.comSubscribe to 5THWAVE on Instagram @5thWaveCoffee and tell us what topics you'd like to hear

Charles Black has been a space enthusiast since childhood and it's been his dream to build a space television network that films in space.   Charles envisioned a space-centric platform back in the 1990s when the world wasn't quite ready for such a revolutionary concept—no internet, no social media.   Despite the technological constraints, Charles, driven by an entrepreneurial spirit cultivated since age 16, navigated a diverse career path. Throughout this journey, he held steadfast to his cosmic dream.   Charles' intriguing encounter with a four-leaf clover, was a serendipitous sign that solidified his commitment and purpose in pursuing his dream.   Fast forward to today, Charles has launched his life-long dream of space TV by streaming real-time videos from space for the benefit of all humanity.   As he extends his reach to the Moon and beyond, Charles envisions an independent media for humanity, shaping our collective understanding of the cosmos and its profound impact on our lives.

This week, Ryan speaks with Natalie Bryt who is the Director of Strategy and marketing at Artestar. The two discuss the importance and posititve impacts of connecting artists with brands. Ryan's Rants & Raves is a podcast series on fashion, design and all things Québec produced by the Québec Government Office in New York and hosted by Fashion Attaché Ryan McInturf.

On episode 241 I welcome Rob Smedley, former F1 Engineer and CEO of The Smedley Group to the show.   Rob has 25 years of experience in the world of motorsport, having spent time at multiple F1 teams including Jordan, as a Race Engineer at Ferrari and as Head of Vehicle Performance at Williams before taking on the Director of Data systems at Formula 1 from 2019 to 2021.   Rob is the CEO of The Smedley Group, using F1 technology to solve complex problems, fast. They use it to engage fans, identify talent, and help their partners understand the optimum solutions. The group consists of Smedley Advanced Technology, Global Karting League and Insights Lab and clients include F1, AWS, Alpinestars, EY and More than Equal.   F1 is the world's fastest-growing sport, but ordinary people remain spectators due to the huge costs of participation.  Rob and the team are working to increase access by lowering the cost to compete.   Global Karting League's mission is to achieve mass participation in motorsport by radically reducing the barriers to entry.  It's an affordable karting ecosystem with 3 pillars: Parity of performance through electric karts Talent ID identification through our proprietary software platform STEM education as an integral part of the customer journey   In this episode you will hear: 00:00 intro 08:00 to lead you need to be calm 13:00 Felipe baby, stay cool! 15:00 Silverstone with Dad 18:00 12 years with Scuderia Ferrari and the Tifosi 24:50 the emotional toll of Brazil 2008 29:55 data driven leadership and strategy 34:30 Ferrari (2022) not failed by insights but by human decision making 37:30 creating a [genuine] culture of innovation and a learning organisation 43:30 Global Karting League - democratising motorsport 48:15 STEM education through F1 52:10 a day at the track 54:40 how talent is identified in young kids 01:01:00 Rob's Heartprint   Please do share this episode with a heart-centred leader you wish to inspire and encourage.   Those with ears, let them hear. Always love Ryan   Connect with Rob Website: https://totalkartingmotorsport.com/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/TotalKartingZero IG: https://www.instagram.com/rsmedley73/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@totalkartingzero3262 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/totalkartingzero/ Connect with Always Better than Yesterday Website: https://abty.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alwaysbetterthanyesterdayuk/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abty/ Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/weareabty Join our mail list here for exclusive content here: https://abty.co.uk/contact   Sign up for our coaching here: https://abty.co.uk/coaching Thank you to our sponsors MattMedia Online Marketing and Exhale Healthy Coffee.   Matt Media are an independent agency who specialise in content marketing helping business owners get their message seen by the right audience.   If you want to get your business seen through the power of social media, head to https://mattmedia.online/     Exhale is the first coffee to be sourced, roasted and lab tested specifically to maximise its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory potency.   An independent lab test showed one cup of Exhale coffee has the same antioxidant power as 1.8kg of blueberries or 55 oranges!   Get £10 off your first bag when you visit https://exhalecoffee.com/abty   Please email your questions and comments to podcast@abty.co.uk   #RobSmedley #FormulaOne #Motorsport  #Ferrari

The full transcript of this episode is available here.You've probably heard of Groww. It is a financial services platform, last valued at $3 billion. This year, the Groww team travelled to a bunch of tier-2 and tier-3 cities in South India to talk to users of its products. In fact, so far, they've been to 100 such cities.In this conversation with Rohin, Lalit—the co-founder and CEO of Groww—describes what typically happens during these visits.Take a city like Indore, for example. Hundreds of Groww users travel really long distances just to talk to the Groww team. They want to know things like how to use the app for something as simple as investing in an SIP that has actually changed their lives.Lalit tells Rohin how the same people have told so many of their friends and family members about Groww. They're excited, grateful and most importantly, emotional, says Lalit.And then he says there's just one word that can describe what's happening between Groww and its users…and it is love.Love for customers, love for the product, and love for good financial services…You'll see how this is a recurring theme in this conversation. Customers are at the centre of Groww. Customer obsession, Lalit says, with no uncertainty, is the thing that will make an employee succeed at Groww.Lalit is a man who is sure of many things—like he's good at hiring or how to build an effective direct-to-consumer product. He knows the first principles for solving complex problems like the back of his hand.And what he's unsure of, he's not too worried about. He tells Rohin how he was raised in a way that makes him a bit different from other founders.Everything will pass, he says. Every problem will be solved. And he explains how this keeps him going, keeps Groww going.In his stoic, cool manner, he goes on to talk about:Why financial services is a basic necessityHow to create delight with your productUnderstanding the difference between what your customer wants and what they will useWhy "discipline is overrated"A simple process that Lalit uses to hire the right people_____________Chapters: 03:01 - What we talk about when we talk about financial services07:19 - Democratising financial services09:41 - Supply and demand of financial services10:51  - How Groww grew 16:33 - How to find future customers today?20:09 - The one metric Groww watches22:21 - What customers say is not what customers do30:37 - What makes people love a financial services brand?35:16 - Lalit's career ladder40:08 - The seeds for Groww46:31 - “Not old & wise enough to give advice, but if there was one thing…”53:14 - Cracking delayed monetisation55:28 - The only thing that guides Groww1:02:31 - “Discipline is overrated”1:05:38 - A simple process to hire the right people1:08:23 - What does Lalit read?1:14:36 - A weekday in Lalit's life1:16:25 - What kind of people succeed at Groww?_____________Also, tune in to the latest episode of Daybreak—The Ken's podcast which breaks down one significant business story thrice a week—to learn about the talent exodus at Niti Aayog on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts!The Ken is India's first subscriber-only business journalism platform. Check out our deeply reported long-form stories, insightful newsletters, original podcasts and much more here.

In this conversation we discuss both the changing nature of demand for alternative assets as well as their supply. Matt explains how CAIS is creating the bridge between the alternative investment firms and the wealth management community, whose portfolio allocations to these investments are a fraction of their institutional counterparts. Matt discusses the size of the market opportunity, how technology is enabling this rapid transition, and helping solve the problem of unequal access to alternatives. He talks about branding within this space, competition, regulation and how Mercers are providing core due diligence to introduce independence to the arena. The discussion then moves to how investors are re-appraising the traditional 60/40 allocation to bonds and stocks, to incorporate a wider portfolio including alternative investments. Sign up to our newsletter for more in-depth insights | Follow us on LinkedIn The Money Maze Podcast is kindly sponsored by Schroders Capital, Bremont Watches, and LiveTrade. We're also pleased to be highlighting & supporting GAIN as our 2023 Charitable Partner.  RELATED IN-PERSON EVENT: On 16th-18th October, CAIS will be hosting its second annual Alternative Investment Summit in Los Angeles, at the Beverly Hilton.  The event will attract over 500 independent financial advisors, along with some of the biggest names across alternative asset management, including Apollo, Ares, Carlyle, Franklin Templeton, Partners Group.

In today's episode, I sit down with Sipho Simela, the innovative Founder and CEO of Matrix Rental Solutions, a company revolutionizing the tenant-screening process using AI. With 34% of the U.S population living in rental housing, Sipho's mission to streamline the rental application process couldn't be more timely. Matrix Rental Solutions is leading the charge in tackling biases found in conventional applicant algorithms that often obstruct renters. With an AI that provides a holistic view of an applicant's financial stability, Matrix ensures deserving renters get a fair chance, showing that 89% of conditionally accepted applicants were able to make at least three consecutive on-time rental payments. Sipho shares insightful discussions on the measures Matrix has taken to mitigate fraud in the rental market, which has seen a significant increase during the pandemic. We delve into the importance of empowering consumers with control over their data and how Matrix's advanced tools detect fraudulent documents and identity theft. Our conversation also uncovers the limitations of the traditional tenant evaluation system, such as cumbersome paper-based applications and slow processing times. Sipho envisions a future with faster, more accurate tenant evaluations through the power of AI and other emerging technologies. We also discuss the necessity of industry-wide standardization through a Universal Rental Application, and how technology can shield tenants, realtors, and brokerages from housing discrimination cases. In a particularly heartening segment, Sipho shares his humbling personal journey that led to the birth of Matrix Rental Solutions. Despite the complexity of the tech world he navigates, Sipho's humility shines through, adding a layer of personal connection to our conversation. Join us as we explore the intersection of AI, real estate, and equity with Sipho Simela. Learn how Matrix Rental Solutions is forging a path for a fairer rental process, democratizing access to quality housing, and shaping the future of tenant screening processes.