The Marketplace of Minds: Enquire AI with Cenk Sidar

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Alexa's Input (AI)

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In a world of constant change, the best engineers never stop learning from their peers. This podcast is your guide to the cutting edge of practical tech. Join host Alexa Griffith, a Senior Software Engineer at Bloomberg building open source AI Platforms, for candid conversations deconstructing complex topics with the engineering leaders and architects building the future. Opinions are my own Website: https://alexagriffith.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexa-griffith/ X: @lexal0u

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The Marketplace of Minds: Enquire AI with Cenk Sidar

Alexa's Input (AI)

59 minutes 6 seconds

1 month ago

The Marketplace of Minds: Enquire AI with Cenk Sidar

In this episode of Alexa’s Input AI, I sit down with Cenk Sidar, founder and CEO of Enquire AI, a platform that blends +75,000 vetted experts with generative AI to deliver decision-ready insights. We talk about how AI is reshaping our work, why proprietary data and unique workflows matter more than ever, and what it means to build models that combine AI with human judgment. Cenk also shares the story of starting Enquire AI, how expert interviews became automated through AI agents, and why the last 2% of wisdom still belongs to people.

Summary

In this conversation, Cenk Sidar, founder and CEO of Enquire AI, discusses his entrepreneurial journey and the evolution of his platform, which combines human expertise with AI to provide insights for market research. He explains the necessity of integrating AI into expert consultation, the unique functionalities of Enquire AI, and the future of human expertise in an AI-driven world. The discussion also touches on the recent funding round for Enquire AI and its implications for the company's growth.

Takeaways

Cenk Sidar's entrepreneurial journey began out of necessity.

Enquire AI connects organizations with experts using AI.

The platform evolved from a global policy consultancy to a broader expertise provider.

AI integration enhances the quality and speed of insights.

Human expertise remains crucial in interpreting data and making decisions.

The competitive landscape for knowledge professionals is changing due to AI.

AI tools can augment human capabilities but cannot replace wisdom.

The importance of continuous learning and adaptation in the AI era.

Funding will help Enquire AI expand its capabilities and reach.

Observing market trends is essential for innovation.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Enquire AI and Its Vision

02:11 Cenk Sidar‘s Entrepreneurial Journey

08:23 Understanding Enquire AI's Functionality

11:59 The Value of Expert Insights in Today's Market

20:26 Integrating Gen AI with Expert Consultation

27:38 Evolution of Enquire AI and Decision-Making Process

32:36 Key Components for Success in Gen AI

36:11 Innovative AI Interview Features

40:56 The Hierarchy of Insight and Wisdom

46:24 The Last Mile of Analysis

50:42 The Future of Work in the Age of AI

54:26 Expanding AI Research Capabilities