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Anders Indset is a Norwegian philosopher, author, tech investor, and former Olympic handball player often called âthe business philosopher.â He is the founder of the Global Institute of Leadership and Technology and chairman of Njordis Group, a venture firm focused on the intersection of humanity and exponential technologies. Anders has invested in deep tech companies like Terra Quantum and launched The Quantum Economy Alliance to explore the future of innovation. He brings a unique mix of philosophical insight and real-world experience to todayâs conversation.
Why Anders believes our economy is societyâs âoperating systemâ and how AI might destabilize or enhance it
In this conversation, we discuss:
How weâve built an economy driven by reaction rather than reflection and what it takes to shift toward more thoughtful progress
What the âfinal narcissistic injuryâ means for humanity as we face the rise of superintelligence
Why it's naive to separate economy from ecology and how the concept of the quantum economy offers a new way to align hyper-efficiency with sustainability
The difference between artificial general intelligence and artificial human intelligence and why Anders argues for enhancing ourselves before trying to replace us
What the technological singularity really is, why it's misunderstood, and how Anders thinks we should prepare for itResources:
Subscribe to the AI & The Future of Work NewsletterConnect with Anders on LinkedIn or on his websiteExplore Andersâ published work, including âThe Quantum EconomyâAI fun fact articleOn How to Optimize Hiring Processes and Celebrate Cognitive Diversity -
In honor of National Safety Month, this special compilation episode of AI and the Future of Work brings together powerful conversations with four thought leaders focused on designing AI systems that protect users, prevent harm, and promote trust.
Featuring past guests:
Silvio Savarese (Executive Vice President and Chief Scientist, Salesforce) -Listen to the full conversation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/15548310Navindra Yadav (Co-founder & CEO, Theom) - Listen to the full conversation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/12370356Eric Siegel (CEO, Gooder AI & Author ) - Listen to the full conversation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/14464391Ben Kus (CTO, Box) - Listen to the full conversation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/14789034â What Youâll Learn:
What it means to design AI with safety, transparency, and human oversight in mindHow leading enterprises approach responsible AI development at scaleWhy data privacy and permissions are critical to safe AI deploymentHow to detect and mitigate bias in predictive modelsWhy responsible AI requires balancing speed with long-term impactHow trust, explainability, and compliance shape the future of enterprise AIResources
Subscribe to the AI & The Future of Work Newsletter: https://aiandwork.beehiiv.com/subscribeOther special compilation episodes
Ethical AI in Hiring: How to Stay Compliant While Building a Fairer Future of Work (HR Day Special Episode)Data Privacy Day Special Episode: AI, Deepfakes & The Future of TrustThe Future of AI Ethics Special: Perspectives from Women Leaders in AI on Bias, Accountability & TrustWorld Health Day Special: How AI Is Making Healthcare Smarter, Cheaper, and Kinder -
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Marni Baker Stein is the Chief Content Officer at Coursera, the global learning platform with over 175 million learners and partnerships across 6,200 campuses, businesses, and governments. She leads Courseraâs content and credential strategy and manages global partner relationships. Before joining Coursera, Marni was Chief Academic Officer and Provost at Western Governors University, where she oversaw programs for more than 135,000 students. She has also held leadership roles focused on access, student success, and program design at the University of Texas, Columbia University, and the University of Pennsylvania. Marni earned her PhD in Educational Leadership from the University of Pennsylvania.
In this conversation, we discuss:
How AI is shifting education from one-size-fits-all to personalized, contextualized learning tailored to each studentWhy microcredentials and stackable learning are replacing traditional degrees as the new path for lifelong learnersThe role of educators in the AI era and why they should be part of the solution, not sidelined by automationWhat it means for universities to stay relevant as learning becomes more modular, flexible, and job-alignedWhy GenAI is fueling demand for both technical skills and enduring human abilities like critical thinking and communicationHow tools like AI tutors, instant translations, and proctoring are democratizing access and preserving integrity at scaleResources:
Subscribe to the AI & The Future of Work NewsletterConnect with Marni on LinkedInAI fun fact articleOn How To Identify The Power of Product and Listening to Your Customers. Past episodes mentioned in this conversation:[With Dave Marchick, Dean of the Kogod School of Business] - On How AI is Changing Academia[Chris Caren, Turnitin CEO] - On using AI to prevent students from cheating plus lessons for leaders on innovation and team culture -
Tess Posner is the CEO and founding leader of AI4ALL, a nonprofit that works to ensure the next generation of AI leaders is diverse and well-quipped to innovate. Since joining in 2017, she has focused on embedding ethics, responsibility, and real-world impact into AI education. Her work connects students from underrepresented backgrounds to hands-on projects and mentorships that prepare them to lead in tech. Beyond her role at AI4ALL, Tess is a musician whose 2023 EP Alchemy has over 600,000 streams on Spotify. She was named a 2020 Brilliant Woman in AI Ethics Hall of Fame Honoree and holds degrees from St. Johnâs University and Columbia University.
In this conversation, we discuss:
Why AI literacy is becoming essential for everyone, from casual users to future developersThe role of project-based learning in helping students see the real-world impact of AIWhat it takes to expand AI access for underrepresented communitiesHow AI can either reinforce bias or drive real change, depending on whoâs leading its developmentWhy schools should stop penalizing AI use and instead teach students to use it with curiosity and responsibilityTessâs views on balancing optimism and caution in the development of AI toolsResources:
Subscribe to the AI & The Future of Work NewsletterConnect with Tess on LinkedIn or learn more about AI4ALLAI fun fact articleOn How To Build and Activate a Powerful NetworkPast episodes mentioned in this conversation:[With Tess in 2020] - About what leaders do in a crisis[With Tess in 2019] - About how to mitigate AI bias and hiring best practices [With Chris Caren, Turnitin CEO] - On Using AI to Prevent Students from Cheating[With Marcus "Bellringer" Bell] - On Creating North Americaâs First AI Artist -
Brian Elliott is one of the most recognized future of work thought leaders and the CEO of Work Forward, where he advises senior leaders on how to build better organizations. A former senior executive at Slack, Brian is also the bestselling author of How the Future Works: Leading Flexible Teams to Do the Best Work of Their Lives. His insights have been published in Harvard Business Review and Fortune, and cited in Time, Bloomberg, CNBC, The Economist, and Forbes. He holds a BA in Math and Economics from Northwestern and an MBA from Harvard.
In this conversation, we discuss:
Brian Elliottâs leadership journey from Google and Slack to founding Work Forward and advising companies on building healthier workplace cultures.Why alignment, accountability, and shared purpose matter more than hustle culture in scaling organizations effectively.The hidden risks of AI at work, including why employees often use it in secret out of fear of punishment or judgment.The growing tension between executives and employees in an era of midnight layoffs, return-to-office mandates, and AI-induced anxiety.How progressive leaders can create space for experimentation with AI and lead with fallibility instead of fear.Why the future of work depends on creating space for learning, building trust, and valuing human craftsmanship in an AI-powered world.Resources:
Subscribe to the AI & The Future of Work Newsletter: https://aiandwork.beehiiv.com/subscribeConnect with Brian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/belliott/AI fun fact article: https://ashugarg.substack.com/p/nvidias-ai-factory-betOn How To Deliver IT Service To The Legal Industry: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jim-mckenna-serial-cio-and-legaltech-expert-discusses/id1476885647?i=1000624398232 -
Dr. Martin Goodson is the founder and CEO of Evolution AI, a company he launched in 2012 to apply deep learning to optical character recognition (OCR). The company has received one of the largest AI R&D grants ever awarded by the UK government, along with investment from First Minute Capital. A former scientific researcher at Oxford University, Martin has led AI research across several organizations and was elected Chair of the Data Science and AI Section of the Royal Statistical Society in 2019.
In this conversation, we discuss:
Martin Goodsonâs journey from researching biological data to founding Evolution AI and pioneering deep learning for document understanding.Why traditional OCR missed the mark, and how combining visual and linguistic context unlocked a new frontier in document intelligence.The evolution from data extraction to true financial analysis, and why domain knowledge is essential for reading statements like income reports.The risks of LLM hallucinations, especially with numerical data, and why accuracy still requires combining techniques across model types.What Martin believes intelligence really is, and why language alone may be the wrong benchmark for AGI.Why recreating human intelligence shouldnât be the goal of AI research, and how we can build systems that support, not mimic, human thinking.Resources:
Subscribe to the AI & The Future of Work NewsletterConnect with Martin on LinkedInCheck out the YouTube channel of the London Machine Learning MeetupAI fun fact articleOn How to Ovecome Imposter SyndromePast episodes mentioned:On Why doing Taxes is like finding the Best Route on a Map with Daniel MarcousOn Making AI Smarter Without Harming Humans with Peter Voss -
Scott Stevenson is the CEO and co-founder of Spellbook, a legal tech company transforming how attorneys review contracts with AI. Since launching in 2018, Spellbookâs AI copilot has been adopted by more than 1,700 legal teams and helps review over a million contracts annually. Scott recently led the company through a $20 million Series A backed by Inovia Capital, Thomson Reuters Ventures, The Legaltech Fund, and others. Before Spellbook, he founded Mune, a startup at the intersection of music and technology, and holds a BS in Computer Engineering from Memorial University in Newfoundland and Labrador.
In this conversation, we discuss:
Scott Stevensonâs journey from building electronic instruments to launching Spellbook, the worldâs first generative AI copilot for lawyers.Why contracts, not court cases, were the ideal entry point for legal AI and how Spellbook now helps 3,000+ legal teams review over a million contracts a year.How AI is expanding access to legal services by reducing costs and enabling lawyers to serve the 70% of clients who previously couldnât afford help.Why AI wonât replace lawyers and how tools like Spellbook enhance human judgment rather than automate legal decisions.Why now may be the best time to enter the legal field as AI eliminates drudgery and creates more room for strategy and client work.What product-market fit really looks like and how Scott found it after testing more than 100 hypotheses before landing on a solution that clicked.Why the best AI products embrace controlled chaos over rigid structure and how leaning into complexity reflects how the real world actually works.Resources:
Subscribe to the AI & The Future of Work NewsletterConnect with Scott on LinkedInAI fun fact articleOn How to Build an AI platform that's growing faster than OpenAI -
To coincide with International Human Resources Day (May 20th), this special compilation episode of AI and the Future of Work explores the promises and pitfalls of AI in hiring.
HR leaders are under pressure to innovateâbut how can we automate hiring ethically, avoid bias, and stay compliant with evolving laws and expectations?
In this episode, we revisit key moments from past interviews with four top voices shaping the future of ethical workforce automation:
đč Sean Behr (CEO, Fountain) â Listen to the full conversation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/14183120
đč Keith Sonderling (U.S. Deputy Secretary of Labor, formerly EEOC Commissioner) â Listen to the full conversation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/15934483
đč Guillermo Corea (Former Director, SHRM Innovation Lab) â Listen to the full conversation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/12706119
đč Josh Drean (Futurist, Co-Founder, Work3 Institute) â Listen to the full conversation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/16473644đĄ What Youâll Learn:
How AI is already transforming the hiring processWhat compliance really means in the age of automationWhy HR professionals must take the lead on responsible innovationHow to balance efficiency with fairness and transparencyResources
Subscribe to the AI & The Future of Work Newsletter: https://aiandwork.beehiiv.com/subscribe Data Privacy Day Special Episode: AI, Deepfakes & The Future of Trust: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/16554098 The Future of AI Ethics Special: Perspectives from Women Leaders in AI on Bias, Accountability & Trust: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/16733990World Health Day Special: How AI Is Making Healthcare Smarter, Cheaper, and Kinder: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/16935235 -
Matt Biilmann is the CEO and co-founder of Netlify, a platform that has raised over $200M to reshape how websites are built and deployed. A key figure in the open source web development community, Matt helped popularize the JAMstack architecture to improve performance and streamline developer workflows. Before launching Netlify in 2014 with Christian Bach, he built several startups and earned a degree in Musicology from the University of Copenhagen.
In this conversation, we discuss:
How Matt Biilmann coined the term âJAMstackâ, and how it redefined the architecture of the modern webThe evolution of Netlify from a bootstrapped side project to a platform used by 6M+ developersWhy the future of web development includes designing not just for humans but also for AI agents, with a focus on Agent Experience (AX)The rise of low-code creators and âvibe codersâ who build sophisticated projects by prompting instead of programmingWhy the open web matters more than ever in the age of AI, and whatâs at stake in the battle between open and closed platformsMattâs reflections on leadership, delegation, and what still drives him after more than a decade of building tools that empower other buildersResources:
Subscribe to the AI & The Future of Work NewsletterConnect with Matt on LinkedInRead the new blog from Matt: Biilmann BlogAI fun fact articleOn the future of automation in B2B sales -
Dave Marchick is the Dean of American Universityâs Kogod School of Business and a seasoned leader with experience across the private, public, and nonprofit sectors. He spent over a decade as Managing Director at The Carlyle Group, where he served on the management committee and advanced the firmâs sustainability and diversity efforts. In government, he held senior roles in both the Biden and Clinton administrations, including leadership positions at the State Department, the White House, and the Development Finance Corporation. Dave directed the Center for Presidential Transition during the 2020 cycle and later launched the Transition Lab podcast and co-authored The Peaceful Transition of Power. A dedicated advocate for civil rights and historical preservation, he has served on the boards of the Holocaust Memorial Museum and the National Park Foundation. Dave holds degrees from George Washington University, the LBJ School at UT Austin, and UC San Diego.
In this conversation, we discuss:
How Dean Dave Marchick is helping to infuse AI across the curriculum at American Universityâs Kogod School of Business.The resistance and cultural shifts required to get faculty on board with AI adoption.How students are learning to prompt, critique, and collaborate with AI from their first semester (and how itâs reshaping classroom dynamics).Why professionalism, communication, and negotiation are now prioritized as âskills of the futureâ.How Kogod is thinking about measuring the real-world impact of AI education beyond the classroom.Lessons from U.S. presidential transitions and what they reveal about leadership during critical moments.Resources:
Subscribe to the AI & The Future of Work Newsletter: https://aiandwork.beehiiv.com/subscribe Connect with Dave on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-marchick/ AI fun fact article: https://www.psu.edu/news/campus-life/story/cheat-thon-contest-explores-ais-strengths-and-flaws-higher-education On what it was like to co-author a book with ChatGPT: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bob-rogers-ai-expert-physicist-author-and-ceo-of-oii/id1476885647?i=1000606108950 Other episodes mentioned in the show:Episode with George Sivulka [Hebbia CEO]Episode with Tom Wheeler [Former FCC Chairman and author of Techlash]Episode with Chris Caren [Turnitin CEO]Read Dave Marchickâs book: The Peaceful Transfer of Power: An Oral History of Americaâs Presidential Transitions -
Snehal Antani is an entrepreneur, technologist, and investor. He is the CEO and Co-founder of Horizon3, a cybersecurity company using AI to deliver Red Teaming and Penetration Testing as a Service. He also serves as a Highly Qualified Expert for the U.S. Department of Defense, supporting digital transformation and data initiatives for Special Operations. Previously, he was CTO and SVP at Splunk, held CIO roles at GE Capital, and began his career as a software engineer at IBM. Snehal holds a masterâs in computer science from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and a bachelorâs from Purdue University, and he is the inventor on 16 patents.
In this conversation, we discuss:
Snehal Antaniâs path from software engineer to CEO, and how his father's quiet example of grit and passion continues to shape his leadership style.How a âLEGO blocksâ approach to building skills prepared Snehal to lead, and why he believes leadership must be earned through experience.Why Horizon3 identifies as a data company, and how running more pen tests than the Big Four creates a powerful AI advantage.What âcyber-enabled economic warfareâ looks like in practice, and how a small disruption in a supply chain can create massive global impact.How Horizon3 built an AI engine that hacked a bank in under 60 seconds, showing what's possible when algorithms replace manual testing.What the future of work looks like in the AI era, with a growing divide between those with specialized expertise and trade skills and those without.Resources:
Subscribe to the AI & The Future of Work Newsletter: https://aiandwork.beehiiv.com/subscribe Connect with Snehal on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/snehalantani/ AI fun fact article: https://venturebeat.com/security/ai-vs-endpoint-attacks-what-security-leaders-must-know-to-stay-ahead/ On the New Definition of Work: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-john-boudreau-future-of-work-pioneer-and/id1476885647?i=1000633854079 -
Gou Rao is a serial entrepreneur and the co-founder of NeuBird, where he's building Hawkeyeâan AI-powered site reliability engineer designed to identify, diagnose, and resolve IT infrastructure issues. He previously co-founded Portworx, which was acquired by Pure Storage for $370 million in 2020. In 2024, NeuBird raised a $22.5 million seed extension from M12, Microsoftâs venture arm, following a $22 million seed round led by Mayfield, Stepstone Group, and Prosperity7 Ventures. Gou holds a bachelorâs degree in Computer Engineering from Bangalore University and a masterâs degree from the University of Pennsylvania.
In this conversation, we discuss:
Gou Raoâs journey from late-night support calls to co-founding NeuBird and building Hawkeye, an AI-powered site reliability engineer.Why diagnosing IT issues is 99% of the problemâand how Hawkeye helps SREs move from noise to actionable insight in minutes.The shift from chatbots to agentic systemsâand why reasoning, not just automation, is the next frontier for enterprise AI.How AI can reduce burnout by eliminating repetitive incident response tasks, freeing teams to focus on creativity and automation.The importance of transparency, explainability, and human oversight in deploying AI systems with agency.Gouâs reflections on entrepreneurship, including why âmistakes are an assetâ and how jumping into the unknown can lead to your biggest breakthroughs.Resources:
Subscribe to the AI & The Future of Work Newsletter: https://aiandwork.beehiiv.com/subscribe Connect with Gou on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gouthamrao/ AI fun fact article: https://www.hrdive.com/news/anthropic-report-AI-software-engineers-automation-augmentation/739833/ On becoming an investor and discovering amazing companies: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/7446373 -
Ravi Malick is the Global CIO at Box, where he leads IT strategy, compliance, and customer advocacy for the enterprise content management platform. Before joining Box, he served as SVP & CIO at Vistra Corp., where he oversaw the integration of three major acquisitions that more than doubled the companyâs size. Earlier in his career, he held leadership roles at Energy Future Holdings, including VP of Business Technology at TXU Energy. Ravi earned a BA in Political Science from Brown University and remains active in philanthropic efforts outside of work.
In this conversation, we discuss:
Ravi Malickâs nonlinear path from investment banking and consulting to becoming Global CIO at Boxâand how each chapter shaped his leadership style.What makes Boxâs âpeople-firstâ culture stand out in Silicon Valley and why Ravi believes authenticity and inclusion are key to long-term success.The challenges of leading IT at a company with 3,000 tech-savvy employeesâand how Ravi balances innovation with governance.How heâs approaching AI adoption internally, from quick wins to long-term strategy, while keeping a sharp focus on business outcomes.What the âagentic workforceâ could mean for scalability, productivity, and the structure of tomorrowâs teams.How Ravi sees the future of work: multi-role careers, voice-first workflows, and AI-powered teams built around passion and outcomes.Resources:
Subscribe to the AI & The Future of Work Newsletter: https://aiandwork.beehiiv.com/subscribe Connect with Ravi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ravimalick/ AI fun fact article: https://www.engineering.com/rip-saas-long-live-ai-as-a-service/ On how AI supports thousands of employees at a rapidly growing global company: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/parul-saini-ubers-global-head-of-enterprise-apps/id1476885647?i=1000599377300 -
Rafie Faruq is a serial entrepreneur and the co-founder of Genie, a platform launched in 2017 to make high-quality legal documents accessible through open-source tools.
Since then, Genie has served over 100,000 users across 120 jurisdictions and recently raised an $18M Series A from Google Ventures and Khosla Ventures. Rafie holds an MSc in Machine Learning, has advised the Law Policy Commission, contributed to the Law Society, and represented the Ministry of Justice on international trade missions.
He also teaches meditation and is a mentor to many seeking meaning and clarity in life.
In this conversation, we discuss:
Rafie Faruqâs unconventional path from bond trader to AI entrepreneur and what drove him to apply machine learning to legal access.
How his early research on generative models led to new ways of thinking about document creation and automation.
Why he believes the current definition of intelligence is outdatedâand what a more human-centered version could look like.
The role of emotional intelligence, purpose, and social connection in a future shaped by automation.
What it means to build a business rooted in spiritual principlesâand how Rafie applies concepts like rhythm, balance, and nature to team building.
His reflections on power, responsibility, and why founders should see themselves as stewards of broader societal change.Resources:
Subscribe to the AI & The Future of Work Newsletter: https://aiandwork.beehiiv.com/subscribeConnect with Rafie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rfaruq/AI fun fact article: https://www.mixonline.com/blog/mix-blog-who-wrote-that-ai-and-copyright-lawOn Entrepreneurship in Emerging Markets: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/linda-rottenberg-endeavor-co-founder-and-ceo/id1476885647?i=1000517670973 -
To mark World Health Day, weâre revisiting powerful conversations with innovators using AI to improve healthcare access, reduce costs, and return empathy to the patient experience.
In this special compilation episode, youâll hear from five leaders at the intersection of healthcare and emerging technologiesâsharing how AI is already reshaping how we deliver care and whatâs next for clinical innovation.
đ§ Featuring insights from:
đč Boe Hartman (Co-founder, Nomi Health) â Listen to the full conversation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/16185843
đč Punit Soni (Founder, Suki) â Listen to the full conversation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/16339101
đč Dr. Brigham Hyde (Co-founder, Atropos Health) & Dr. John Halamka (President, Mayo Clinic Platform) â Listen to the full conversation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/12797551
đč Dr. Shiv Rao (CEO, Abridge) â Listen to the full conversation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/12739445đ©ș Why It Matters:
AI is helping solve some of healthcareâs most pressing challengesâfrom clinician burnout and inefficient workflows to gaps in clinical data and access to care. But real transformation depends on how we design and deploy these toolsâwith responsibility, empathy, and transparency.Resources
Subscribe to the AI & The Future of Work Newsletter: https://aiandwork.beehiiv.com/subscribe Data Privacy Day Special Episode: AI, Deepfakes & The Future of Trust: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/16554098 The Future of AI Ethics Special: Perspectives from Women Leaders in AI on Bias, Accountability & Trust: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/16733990 -
Dr. Craig Wheeler is Professor Emeritus of Astronomy at the University of Texas at Austin and a former department chair. He has published nearly 400 scientific papers, written books on supernovae, and authored two novels. A frequent speaker and award-winning educator, Dr. Wheeler has served on advisory committees for the NSF, NASA, and the National Research Council. His research explores topics from exploding stars and black holes to the technological future of humanity.
In this conversation, we discuss:
How supernovae and black holes shaped Dr. Craig Wheelerâs careerâand what they reveal about the universeâs expansion.The singularity debate: Will AI surpass human intelligence, and if so, what happens next?Machine consciousness vs. human intelligenceâwhy the future of AI might be more alien than we expect.The rise of AI in leadership rolesâcould AI replace CEOs, and what does that mean for the future of work?The ethics of AI-driven decision-making, from hiring to autonomous weapons, and the challenges of regulation.Why exponential technological growth is inevitableâand how humanity can prepare for its accelerating impact.Resources:
Subscribe to the AI & The Future of Work Newsletter: https://aiandwork.beehiiv.com/subscribe Connect with J. Craig Wheeler on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/j-craig-wheeler-94024a97/ AI fun fact article: https://www.popularmechanics.com/technology/robots/a63057078/when-the-singularity-will-happen/ On AI Job Creation & Predictions for AI in the Enterprise: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/15873523 -
Dheeraj Pandey is a visionary entrepreneur and philanthropist best known for founding and leading Nutanix from its inception to becoming a publicly traded company valued at approximately $16.5 billion on NASDAQ. In 2020, he launched DevRev, an agentic AI company focused on unifying data to enhance customer experiences, securing over $100 million in funding from Khosla Ventures. Beyond his contributions to technology, Dheeraj co-founded Param Hansa with his wife, Swapna, to advance human life through science and technology. He holds a Computer Science and Engineering degree from IIT Kanpur and a master's in Computer Science from UT Austin.
In this conversation, we discuss:
Why data is the backbone of AI and how DevRev is leveraging knowledge graphs to transform customer support and product management.The evolution of enterprise AIâwhy businesses must integrate AI with human workflows rather than replace them.The future of customer supportâhow DevRev combines real-time conversations with ticketing systems to improve response times and reduce inefficiencies.The ethical challenges of AI adoptionâhow bias, security, and machine reliability shape the future of AI-driven business operations.How DevRev raised over $100M, including an unconventional approach using blockchain and decentralized funding models.Dheerajâs vision for AIâs next frontierâwhy the real challenge isnât intelligence, but making AI work seamlessly with human decision-making.Resources:
Subscribe to the AI & The Future of Work Newsletter: https://aiandwork.beehiiv.com/subscribe Connect with Dheeraj Pandey on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dpandey AI fun fact article: https://hackernoon.com/next-time-you-hear-someone-say-ai-will-replace-call-center-agents-run On The Path To 500M+ YouTube views: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/301-william-osman-on-the-path-to-500m-youtube-views/id1476885647?i=1000668882327 -
How has the dynamic between employees and employers shifted over the past 18 months? And what does the future of work look like in a world defined by AI?
In this special live episode, recorded at Transformâthe conference at the intersection of the People space and the tech industryâDan Turchin sits down with Bryan Power, Head of People at Nextdoor.
Bryan took the stage at Transform to share insights on "The Power Shift: Navigating the New Employer-Employee Dynamic," where he explored how evolving expectations are reshaping the workforce.Bryan has spent his career shaping workplace culture at some of the most iconic tech companies, including Google, Square, and Yahoo. Now, as the leader of People Operations at Nextdoor, heâs at the forefront of redefining work in an era of rapid change.
In this conversation, Bryan and Dan discuss topics such as:
How the employee-employer relationship is evolvingâwhy job loyalty is declining and what it means for the future of work.The rise of hybrid work and its impact on company cultureâhow Nextdoor navigates the balance between flexibility and connection.Why culture must be intentionalâlessons from Google, Square, Yahoo, and Nextdoor on shaping a workplace where people thrive.The role of AI in HR and leadershipâhow AI is disrupting traditional people operations and what leaders must do to stay ahead.Bryanâs biggest leadership lessonsâwhat heâs learned from building teams at some of the most influential tech companies.The future of HR in an AI-powered worldâhow the Chief People Officer role is shifting as AI and automation reshape the workplace.
Subscribe to the AI & The Future of Work Newsletter: https://aiandwork.beehiiv.com/subscribe Connect with Bryan Power: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryanpower/Learn more about Transform: https://transform.us/conference/
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Scott Wharton is a visionary entrepreneur and CEO making waves in the solar industry as the leader of Tandem PV, where heâs developing solar cells that are about 30% more efficient than current market options. Previously, he spent eight years at Logitech as a general manager, revolutionizing how businesses use consumer tech for productivity and collaboration. Before that, he was the CEO of Vidtel, which was acquired by Fidelity Investments in 2013. A bold thinker and risk-taker, Scott is known for his leadership and innovation across industries. He holds an MBA from Yale and a bachelorâs degree from Binghamton University.
In this conversation, we discuss:
How solar energy has become the cheapest and most scalable power source âand why most people havenât caught up to this reality.The breakthrough potential of perovskite solar cells and why theyâre set to replace silicon as the industry standard.Why the U.S. must invest in solar manufacturing â and how bringing production back from China strengthens energy security.The evolving synergy between solar and battery storage âhow new advancements are making 24/7 renewable power a reality.Common myths about solarâs limitations and why concerns about cost, reliability, and land use no longer hold up.Scottâs journey from leading video conferencing at Logitech to revolutionizing the solar industry â and what motivated him to take on this challenge.Resources:
Subscribe to the AI & The Future of Work Newsletter: https://aiandwork.beehiiv.com/subscribe Connect with Scott Wharton on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottwharton/AI fun fact article: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/11/23/data-centers-powering-ai-could-use-more-electricity-than-entire-cities.html On how AI can be used to provide fact-based impartial answers to scientific questions: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/11574063 -
Mona Sabet is the co-author of Sail to Scale: Steering Startups Clear of Mistakes from Launch to Exit and currently serves as SVP, Strategy, Projects, and Operations at GCG. With a track record of driving growth and strategic transformations, she has held executive roles at VulcanForms, UserTesting, and Cadence Design Systems. At UserTesting, she played a pivotal role in securing $100M in funding, leading acquisitions, taking the company public, and negotiating its $1.3B sale to Thoma Bravo. Beyond her corporate leadership, Mona is a passionate advocate for women in tech, law, and policy, having co-founded ChIPsNetwork.org and leading HiPower, a community dedicated to empowering executive women shaping the future of technology.
In this conversation, we discuss:
The critical mistakes startups make at different growth stagesâMona shares insights from Sail to Scale on why companies struggle to scale and how to avoid common pitfalls.How founders should "fire themselves" to scale effectivelyâWhy transitioning from founder to CEO requires a mindset shift, and the biggest mistakes leaders make in this process.The AI bubble: hype vs. realityâMona explains why overfunding in AI-first companies mirrors past tech bubbles and what it means for the future of the industry.Why acquisitions should be a long-term strategy, not a last-minute decisionâThe importance of planning exits early and why companies that wait too long often fail to sell at the right valuation.The evolving landscape of M&A and IPOsâHow companies can differentiate themselves in a crowded market of late-stage startups waiting for an exit.The unseen biases keeping women out of leadershipâMonaâs perspective on why brand bias impacts diversity in tech and what leaders can do to create real change.Resources:
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