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Humans & AI
AI Frontier Network
40 episodes
1 day ago
Innovators, leaders, and builders share their stories, insights, and visions for the future of artificial intelligence. The Humans & AI Show is hosted by Flor Laorga, Co-Founder of AI Frontier Network—a global community focused on innovation, entrepreneurship, and the people driving AI forward.
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Innovators, leaders, and builders share their stories, insights, and visions for the future of artificial intelligence. The Humans & AI Show is hosted by Flor Laorga, Co-Founder of AI Frontier Network—a global community focused on innovation, entrepreneurship, and the people driving AI forward.
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Humans & AI
Christina Brady — From Sales Pro to AI CEO Transforming How Teams Learn
Christina Brady is the CEO and Co-Founder of Luster AI, which helps go-to-market teams prevent revenue-impacting mistakes through skill-gap diagnostics and personalized enablement. With nearly 20 years in sales and over a decade in executive leadership, she has led teams at Sales Assembly, Glassdoor, and Groupon. Christina has trained over 30,000 sales professionals, is a 3x Demandbase Top 100 Revenue Leader, and frequently speaks at major industry events. She's also Head of Community at Women in Sales and lives in Chicago with her family. Christina Brady LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinapbrady/ Website: https://www.luster.ai/ Flor Laorga LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/ X: https://x.com/florlaorga Website: https://aifn.co/flor AI Frontier Network Website: https://aifn.co LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/ X: https://x.com/aifn_co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network OUTLINE 00:00 Start 00:44 Christina Brady’s Creative Roots and Career Journey 02:12 How Luster AI Was Born 04:33 Why Traditional Sales Training Falls Short 07:00 Balancing Efficiency and Empathy in Sales 10:43 Using AI for Proactive Sales Coaching 15:54 Mentorship and Career Growth Advice 17:24 Applying Improv Techniques to Sales 20:07 The CEO Experience: Responsibility vs. Loneliness 23:42 Habits of High-Performing Salespeople
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1 day ago
26 minutes 27 seconds

Humans & AI
Murray Thom - How a Quantum Computer Beat a Powerful Supercomputer By a Million Years
Murray Thom is the Vice President of Quantum Technology Evangelism at D-Wave, with over 20 years of experience in quantum computing. He helps organizations understand and apply quantum technology. At D-Wave, he previously led development of the Leap quantum cloud service and Ocean open source tools, and managed teams working on applications, algorithms, and performance testing. He has also assembled early quantum computers by hand. Murray Thom LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/quantummurray/ Flor Laorga LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/ X: https://x.com/florlaorga Website: https://aifn.co/flor AI Frontier Network Website: https://aifn.co LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/ X: https://x.com/aifn_co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network OUTLINE 00:00 Start 00:48 Murray Thom’s Background and Career Journey 02:12 Comparing Quantum Computing and AI 04:46 Quantum Computing in Real-World Use Cases 07:02 Recent Advances and Milestones in Quantum Computing 16:54 How D-Wave Makes Quantum Computing Accessible 21:44 Human Roles in the Age of Quantum and AI 23:05 Advice to a Younger Self from Murray Thom
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6 days ago
26 minutes 19 seconds

Humans & AI
Stephanie Stockin — Data Quality, Expert-in-the-Loop & Responsible AI
Stephanie Stockin is the Vice President of AI Data Services at Qualitest, with over 15 years of experience guiding enterprises and Big Tech companies in delivering quality AI solutions. She leads global AI data operations, including data collection, labeling, model evaluation, and safety programs, and works closely with clients to implement responsible AI practices. Previously, she held senior roles at iMerit and Appen, where she led large-scale AI data initiatives for companies like Microsoft and Google. Her expertise spans generative AI, data operations, and AI governance. Stephanie Stockin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniestockin/ Website: https://www.qualitestgroup.com/ Flor Laorga LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/ X: https://x.com/florlaorga Website: https://aifn.co/flor AI Frontier Network Website: https://aifn.co LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/ X: https://x.com/aifn_co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network OUTLINE 00:00 Start 00:57 From Consulting to AI Data Services 02:12 Joining Appen and Early Work in NLP 04:29 The Rapid Evolution of Generative AI 09:57 Importance of Human-in-the-Loop for AI Safety 10:39 Expert Crowds: Scaling Quality with Specialized Talent 21:16 Aligning Global Teams Through Servant Leadership 26:00 Career Advice for Aspiring AI Professionals
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1 week ago
29 minutes 21 seconds

Humans & AI
Jon Fry: From Strategy Games to Scaling Lendflow with AI-Driven Lending
Jon Fry is the CEO and Founder of Lendflow, a company that provides embedded finance infrastructure for fintechs, lenders, and vertical SaaS companies. Prior to founding Lendflow in 2019, he launched ChannelGrowth, specializing in loan originations, and Quickline Credit, where he developed underwriting technology. He holds a Master's in Professional Accounting from the University of Texas at Austin and studied International Tax at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. Jon Fry LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonfrytx/ Website: https://www.lendflow.com/ Flor Laorga LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/ X: https://x.com/florlaorga Website: https://aifn.co/flor AI Frontier Network Website: https://aifn.co LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/ X: https://x.com/aifn_co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network OUTLINE 00:00 Introduction to John Fry and Blend Flow 00:56 John's Early Journey and Entrepreneurial Spark 05:00 Building Global Competence and Leading a Worldwide Team 10:41 The Human Side of Finance in the Age of AI 14:43 Inspiration and Influences in AI 15:51 Customer Experience and AI Integration 20:40 Future of AI and Lending 24:46 Final Thoughts and Conclusion
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1 week ago
32 minutes 1 second

Humans & AI
Jeremy Pease: From Skipping College to CEO — Building the Infrastructure Powering AI
Jeremy Pease is the CEO of Hivelocity, bringing over 20 years of experience in the data center and cloud hosting industry. Known for his focus on servant leadership and client satisfaction, he has held senior roles at Contegix, Aptum, and DataBank, where he led product development, global operations, and revenue revitalization. With an AA in Business from the University of Phoenix, Jeremy became a COO before 40 and a CEO before 50, and now leads Hivelocity’s growth in cloud, BareMetal, and retail Colo services. Jeremy Pease LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremy-pease-a53b972/ Website: https://www.hivelocity.net/ Flor Laorga LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/ X: https://x.com/florlaorga Website: https://aifn.co/flor AI Frontier Network Website: https://aifn.co LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/ X: https://x.com/aifn_co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network OUTLINE 00:00 Introduction to Humans and AI Podcast 00:27 Meet Jeremy: Career Background and Insights 02:02 Changes in Technology and AI's Impact 03:21 Leadership Philosophy and Mentorship 05:51 AI Workloads and Industry Transformation 07:06 High Velocity's AI Solutions 10:03 AI at the Edge: Understanding Inference 15:55 Future of AI and Wearable Technology 19:56 Leadership Journey: From Manager to CEO 23:15 High Velocity's Vision for the Future 24:10 Conclusion and Farewell
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2 weeks ago
24 minutes 35 seconds

Humans & AI
Arun Ahuja — How AI Is Transforming Patient Care & Tackling Workforce Gaps
Arun Ahuja is Senior Vice President and General Manager of Healthcare and Corporate at Transact + CBORD, where he leads strategy and delivery of technology solutions to enhance efficiency and user experience across healthcare, higher ed, and corporate environments. With over 20 years of experience, he has led global teams in complex, regulated industries and specializes in secure, scalable payment ecosystems with a focus on patient-centered healthcare solutions. Arun Ahuja LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arunahuja/ Website: https://www.transactcampus.com/transact-and-cbord Flor Laorga LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/ X: https://x.com/florlaorga Website: https://aifn.co/flor AI Frontier Network Website: https://aifn.co LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/ X: https://x.com/aifn_co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network OUTLINE 00:00 Start 00:27 Arun Ahuja’s Path to Leadership in Tech and Payments 01:47 Switching from Fintech to Healthcare Technology 05:03 Building Patient-Centered Food Service Solutions 07:53 Overcoming Barriers to Care Innovation in Hospitals 10:23 Introducing AI While Safeguarding Patient Safety 15:49 Human-Centered AI and Operational Efficiency 23:47 Guidance for Future Healthcare Technologists
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2 weeks ago
25 minutes 40 seconds

Humans & AI
Kaitlyn Albertoli: From California Wildfires to Leading AI in Grid Reliability
Kaitlyn Albertoli is the CEO and co-founder of Buzz Solutions, a company focused on reducing catastrophic events in energy infrastructure. A Stanford graduate with a background in sustainability and finance, she previously worked as a wealth management analyst at JP Morgan Chase. In 2021, she was named to Forbes 30 Under 30 and is a regular speaker on technology and energy topics. Kaitlyn Albertoli LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaitlyn-claire-albertoli/ Website: https://www.buzzsolutions.co/ Flor Laorga LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/ X: https://x.com/florlaorga Website: https://aifn.co/flor AI Frontier Network Website: https://aifn.co LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/ X: https://x.com/aifn_co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network OUTLINE 00:00 Introduction to Kaitlyn Albert and Path Solutions 00:39 Kaitlyn's Journey from Psychology to AI 02:04 Founding Buzz Solutions 02:22 Growing Up in Southern California 04:07 Challenges in the Energy Sector 04:50 How Buzz Solutions Uses AI 10:41 Impact and Success Stories 12:24 Mentorship and Support 20:46 Future of AI in Energy 24:13 Advice to Young Entrepreneurs 26:50 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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3 weeks ago
27 minutes 15 seconds

Humans & AI
Spence Green — Building AI with a Human Touch for High-Stakes Language Challenges
Spence Green is the CEO and Co-Founder of LILT, an AI-powered language translation company helping enterprises communicate across languages. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Stanford, where he researched machine translation and natural language processing. Spence Green LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencegreen/ Website: https://lilt.com/ Flor Laorga LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/ X: https://x.com/florlaorga Website: https://aifn.co/flor AI Frontier Network Website: https://aifn.co LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/ X: https://x.com/aifn_co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network OUTLINE 00:00 Start 00:27 Meet Spence Green, CEO and Co-Founder of Lilt 01:10 From Arabic to AI: Spence’s Language Journey 02:24 The Story Behind Founding Lilt 04:16 Real-World Impact of AI in Translation 05:57 Human-AI Collaboration in Language Services 08:56 Evolving Roles and AI Expertise in Translation 13:17 How Lilt Integrates AI, Context, and Human Oversight 16:33 AI Adoption Trends in Europe 19:40 Leading Multicultural Teams Across Continents 21:42 Future Innovations in AI-Powered Translation 25:45 Closing Remarks
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3 weeks ago
26 minutes 8 seconds

Humans & AI
Jonathan Yunger on Why Actors Should Embrace AI (Not Fear It)
Jonathan Yunger is the Co-Founder & CEO of Arcana Labs, a generative AI platform designed for filmmakers and content creators. With over 15 years in film finance, production, and global distribution, he also serves as President at Millennium Media, where he’s worked on over 50 films including The Expendables and Rambo. His films have grossed over $2 billion worldwide. Based in Miami, he is currently developing Arcana Studios to unite creators, AI experts, and Hollywood professionals in storytelling. Jonathan Yunger LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-yunger-28b18b369/ Website: https://www.arcanalabs.ai/ Flor Laorga LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/ X: https://x.com/florlaorga Website: https://aifn.co/flor AI Frontier Network Website: https://aifn.co LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/ X: https://x.com/aifn_co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network OUTLINE 00:00 Introduction to Jonathan Younger 00:42 Jonathan's Journey into Hollywood 03:35 Founding Arcana Labs 04:17 Artist-Driven AI in Film 12:36 AI's Impact on Hollywood 17:15 Echo Hunter: A Case Study 19:56 The Future of AI in Filmmaking 25:31 Responsible AI and Copyright 28:19 Vision for Arcana Studios 31:02 Advice for Hollywood on AI 32:10 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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4 weeks ago
32 minutes 36 seconds

Humans & AI
Binny Gill — English-as-code, Democratizing AI & Human Control
Binny Gill is the Founder and CEO of Kognitos, an AI-powered business automation company he started in 2020 to enable machines to understand and interact in human language. With nearly 100 patents in computer science, he previously served as CTO at Nutanix, where he played a key role in scaling the company to $1.5B in revenue. At Kognitos, he aims to make English the standard language for building automated workflows, allowing business users to automate processes without coding. Binny Gill LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/binnygill/ Website: https://www.kognitos.com/ Flor Laorga LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/ X: https://x.com/florlaorga Website: https://aifn.co/flor AI Frontier Network Website: https://aifn.co LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/ X: https://x.com/aifn_co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network OUTLINE 00:00 Start 00:24 Meet Binny Gill, CEO of Kognitos 01:21 Rethinking Computer Science Through Human Language 02:52 English as Code: The Kognitos Vision 08:11 Generative AI as the New Electricity 10:59 Leadership Insights from IBM 15:48 Humanity’s Role in Shaping AI's Future 19:27 Career Advice for the Next Generation in AI
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1 month ago
21 minutes 36 seconds

Humans & AI
Joaquin Cuenca on Startup Lessons, Google Acquisition & Freepik’s AI Reinvention
Joaquín Cuenca is the CEO and co-founder of Freepik, a global platform in AI-driven design serving over 150 million monthly users. Under his leadership, Freepik has grown from a small startup into a key resource for marketers, designers, and content creators, offering tools that integrate AI to support dynamic, real-time design. Joaquin Cuenca LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joaquin-cuenca-abela-905717a/?originalSubdomain=es Website: Freepik.com Flor Laorga LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/ X: https://x.com/florlaorga Website: https://aifn.co/flor AI Frontier Network Website: https://aifn.co LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/ X: https://x.com/aifn_co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network OUTLINE 00:00 Start 00:27 Meet Joaquin Cuenca: Entrepreneur and CEO of Freepik 01:28 Creating Panoramio and Its Acquisition by Google 04:31 Launching Freepik and Early Vision 05:01 Freepik’s AI Transformation: From Skepticism to Strategy 09:01 Real User Stories: How AI Changed Their Creative Lives 12:15 AI Adoption in Hollywood and Corporate Shifts 22:55 Ethical AI: Fairness, Bias, and Human Comparison 31:28 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs and Creators
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1 month ago
35 minutes 22 seconds

Humans & AI
Gavin Stone — AI, Omics & the Future of Early Disease Detection
Gavin Stone is Chief Business Officer at Pleno, where he leads product development, marketing, and business development. An electronic engineer by training, he has 25 years of experience spanning wireless communications, semiconductors, and life sciences. He previously led software product marketing at Illumina following its $100M acquisition of Edico Genome, where he oversaw marketing, business development, and helped set two Guinness World Records. Earlier, he held key roles at Broadcom and Zyray Wireless and holds 10 U.S. patents. Gavin Stone LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gavin-stone-938649/ Website: https://plenoinc.com/ Flor Laorga LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/ X: https://x.com/florlaorga Website: https://aifn.co/flor AI Frontier Network Website: https://aifn.co LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/ X: https://x.com/aifn_co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network OUTLINE 00:00 Start 00:27 Gavin Stone's Career Journey 01:13 From Telecom to Genomics 02:17 Applying Engineering to Life Sciences 03:39 What Are Omic Solutions? 04:57 How AI Enhances Genomic Analysis 07:33 Patient Impact Through Strategic Partnerships 11:24 Mentorship and Leadership in Life Sciences 13:28 Keeping Pace with Rapid AI Advances 20:27 Navigating Ethics in AI and Healthcare 23:51 Career Advice for Future Life Sciences Leaders
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1 month ago
26 minutes 22 seconds

Humans & AI
Steven Toy — How the Memrise CEO is Reinventing Language Learning with AI
Steven Toy is the CEO of Memrise, an AI-powered language learning platform with over 75 million monthly users. He leads the company’s AI-driven approach to language acquisition, combining vocabulary learning, native speaker comprehension, and conversation practice. Steven Toy LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenctoy/?originalSubdomain=uk Website: https://www.memrise.com/ Flor Laorga LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/ X: https://x.com/florlaorga Website: https://aifn.co/flor AI Frontier Network Website: https://aifn.co LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/ X: https://x.com/aifn_co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network OUTLINE 00:00 Start 00:27 Meet Steven Toy, CEO of Memrise 01:00 From Tech Startups to Leading Memrise 03:41 Why Language Learning Still Matters 06:02 How AI Personalizes Language Learning 10:16 Using Native Content with AI at Memrise 12:21 Scaling Memrise to 80M+ Users 16:49 AI Safety, Ethics, and Personal Responsibility 21:09 Staying Mission-Focused Over Watching Competitors 25:44 The Future of AI in Education 28:00 Tips for Aspiring EdTech Entrepreneurs
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1 month ago
30 minutes 31 seconds

Humans & AI
Autumn-Kyoko Cushman — Fixing Broken Healthcare with AI and Human-Centered Design
Autumn-Kyoko Cushman is the CEO and Co-Founder of ShiftRx, an AI-native company addressing structural issues in clinical staffing. A former Navy corpsman and first-generation founder, she has led national initiatives at NIH and IBM Watson Health, bringing a deep understanding of care systems from both the front lines and within. Her work focuses on using generative AI to remove barriers that prevent providers from focusing on care. Autumn-Kyoko Cushman LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/akcushman/ Flor Laorga LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/ X: https://x.com/florlaorga Website: https://aifn.co/flor AI Frontier Network Website: https://aifn.co LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/ X: https://x.com/aifn_co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network OUTLINE 00:00 Start 00:24 Autumn-Kyoko's Path from Navy Corpsman to Founder 02:18 Founding ShiftRx to Fix Healthcare from Within 06:53 Automating Healthcare Staffing with AI 11:45 AI Ethics, Risks, and Human Oversight 20:45 Women Building the Future of AI and Tech 23:16 Vision for ShiftRx and a More Human Healthcare System
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1 month ago
29 minutes 31 seconds

Humans & AI
Charlie Silver — Why High-Quality, Permissioned Data Will Power the Next AI Wave
Charlie Silver is the Founder and CEO of Permission and an entrepreneur with successful startups in tech, media, and finance. He pioneered RealAge, a permission marketing company acquired by Hearst after reaching 60 million users. He also co-founded Onramp Invest, Blockforce Capital, and Reality Shares, launching seven publicly traded ETFs, including the first Blockchain equity ETF. Charlie Silver LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charliehsilver/ Flor Laorga LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/ X: https://x.com/florlaorga Website: https://aifn.co/flor AI Frontier Network Website: https://aifn.co LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/ X: https://x.com/aifn_co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network OUTLINE 00:00 Start 00:27 Charlie Silver's Entrepreneurial Journey 04:13 Founding Permission: Empowering User Data Ownership 04:45 Why Data Quality Matters in AI 05:54 Users Owning and Earning from Their Data 10:17 Building Trust and Ethics into AI 20:52 Envisioning the Future of Decentralized, User-Owned Data 23:34 Career Shifts, Values, and Final Insights
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1 month ago
25 minutes 37 seconds

Humans & AI
Joy Dasgupta — Joy Dasgupta — Safe Enterprise AI, Global Leadership & Explainable AI
Joy Dasgupta is the CEO of Gyan, with over a decade of C-suite experience at companies like Hewlett Packard, American Express, Genpact, and Rage Frameworks. Before joining Gyan, he led AI-focused ventures PrismX and Empirican. A BITS Pilani graduate, Joy has managed teams across Asia Pacific, Europe, and the United States. Joy Dasgupta LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joy-dasgupta-67722833/ Website: https://www.gyanai.com/ Flor Laorga LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/ X: https://x.com/florlaorga Website: https://aifn.co/flor AI Frontier Network Website: https://aifn.co LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/ X: https://x.com/aifn_co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network OUTLINE 00:00 Start 00:24 Joy Dasgupta’s Career Beginnings 03:35 Founding AI Startups and Gyan’s Vision 05:07 Leading Across Cultures and Markets 09:16 Addressing AI Hallucinations and Risks 12:51 Real-World Human-AI Collaboration 20:23 Building Trust and Looking Ahead in AI 22:58 Leadership Principles and Impact 29:28 Reflections with Joy Dasgupta
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1 month ago
30 minutes 1 second

Humans & AI
Darren Kimura — Building Energy, AI, and VC Ventures With a Human-Centered Mindset
Darren Kimura is the CEO and President of AI Squared, bringing over 25 years of experience in scaling technology companies and integrating AI with enterprise solutions. He joined AI Squared in 2024 as President and COO, playing a key role in the company’s operational growth and strategy. He previously served as President and CEO of Energy Industries Corporation, Solar Power Technology, and LiveAction. Darren Kimura LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrenkimura Website: https://squared.ai/ Flor Laorga LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/ X: https://x.com/florlaorga Website: https://aifn.co/flor AI Frontier Network Website: https://aifn.co LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/ X: https://x.com/aifn_co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network OUTLINE 00:00 Start 00:27 Darren Kimura’s Entrepreneurial Journey 00:45 Value of Technical Background in AI Leadership 02:13 Learning from Startup Successes and Failures 03:44 From Energy to AI: Career Shifts and Lessons 08:57 Evolving Leadership Styles Through the Years 12:07 Human-Centered Innovation at Scale 13:16 AI Squared’s Impact on Enterprise Productivity 15:01 Sparks: An AI Assistant for Mid-Size Enterprises 18:10 AI Leaders Who Inspire Darren 20:22 Why Human Qualities Set Silicon Valley Apart 26:14 Founding an AI Startup Today: Advice from Darren 29:13 Darren’s Legacy: Ethical AI and Empowering Entrepreneurs
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1 month ago
31 minutes 30 seconds

Humans & AI
Diederik Greveling — Early Passion for Computers and Engineering Mindset, Balancing Leadership With Tech Expertise, AI as an Enabler, Scalable AI Use Cases, Democratizing AI in Enterprises
Diederik Greveling is the CTO of Xebia Base, focusing on data, ML, and cloud infrastructure. He helped grow the unit to over $2M in annual revenue within two years. With a background as a data engineer, he holds a Master of Science in Computing Science (cum laude) from a top 100 university. Diederik remains active in programming, has a strong focus on AI and cloud technologies, and regularly speaks at conferences to share knowledge. Diederik LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dpgreveling/ Flor Laorga LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/ X: https://x.com/florlaorga Website: https://aifn.co/flor AI Frontier Network Website: https://aifn.co LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/ X: https://x.com/aifn_co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network OUTLINE 00:00 Start 00:25 Meet Dietrich: A Journey into Computer Science 01:38 Exploring AI in Various Industries 03:10 The Role of Automation in AI 04:28 Balancing Leadership and Hands-On Coding 06:31 Growing Xebia Base to $2M in Two Years 09:05 Overcoming People Challenges in AI Projects 11:35 Customer Feedback and AI Integration 18:03 Emerging Roles and Skills in AI 20:35 Key Learnings from Building AI Systems 23:03 Staying Human-Centered in the AI Era 24:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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2 months ago
25 minutes 36 seconds

Humans & AI
Kevin Frechette — Origins of Fairmarkit, AI in Procurement, Agentic Engineers, Human Oversight in Automated Workflows
Kevin Frechette is the CEO and Co-Founder of Fairmarkit, an AI-powered autonomous sourcing platform helping organizations source more competitively at scale. Before founding Fairmarkit, he held various roles in the tech industry, including positions at IBM and Dell. He lives in the greater Boston area. Kevin Frechette LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-frechette-49652921/ Flor Laorga LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/ X: https://x.com/florlaorga Website: https://aifn.co/flor AI Frontier Network Website: https://aifn.co LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/ X: https://x.com/aifn_co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network OUTLINE 00:00 Start 00:24 Kevin Frechette: CEO and Co-Founder of Fairmarkit 01:05 Founding Fairmarkit to Modernize Procurement 03:49 How AI Is Revolutionizing Sourcing 05:30 Rise of Agentic Engineers in Procurement 07:52 Real-World AI Success in Procurement 10:49 Balancing Automation with Human Judgment 18:04 Redefining Procurement Team Roles 22:42 Kevin’s Tips for Aspiring Founders 24:45 Final Thoughts from Kevin
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2 months ago
25 minutes 10 seconds

Humans & AI
Luca Zambello — Entrepreneurial Journey, AI Integration and Strategy in Hospitality, Challenges and Cultural Shifts in AI Adoption, AI as an Enhancer Not a Replacement
Luca Zambello is the co-founder and CEO of Jurny, a hospitality tech company focused on on-demand, tech-first accommodations. He launched one of the first professionally operated Airbnb vacation rental companies in 2012, leading to the creation of Jurny to streamline hospitality for guests and operators. Under his leadership, Jurny manages over 500 units in eight markets and leverages automation to operate top-performing hotels and multi-family buildings. Luca has been featured in Bloomberg, Forbes, and Entrepreneur. Luca Zambello LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucazambello/ Flor Laorga LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/flor-laorga/ X: https://x.com/florlaorga Website: https://aifn.co/flor AI Frontier Network Website: https://aifn.co LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-frontier-network/ X: https://x.com/aifn_co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ai-frontier-network OUTLINE 00:00 Start 00:27 Luca Zambello’s Journey from Italy to Tech Innovation 02:36 Building Jurny: Scaling Hospitality Through Technology 03:38 Solving AI Integration Hurdles in Hospitality 13:33 Deploying AI Agents to Improve Service and Operations 23:21 Envisioning AI’s Role in Smart, Automated Hospitality 28:00 Tips for Founders 30:23 Insights on Tech, Growth, and the Future of Hospitality
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2 months ago
31 minutes 1 second

Humans & AI
Innovators, leaders, and builders share their stories, insights, and visions for the future of artificial intelligence. The Humans & AI Show is hosted by Flor Laorga, Co-Founder of AI Frontier Network—a global community focused on innovation, entrepreneurship, and the people driving AI forward.