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AI Pathfinder for Private Equity Podcast

Steve Budd

15 episodes

1 month ago

Summary In this episode of the AI Pathfinder for Private Equity podcast, host Steve Budd speaks with Margo Polishchuk, co-founder and president of ProSapient, about the evolution of primary research in private equity. Margo shares her journey from the expert networking industry to founding ProSapient, emphasising the importance of customer-centric innovation and the integration of technology in research workflows. The conversation explores the impact of generative AI on the industry, the nec...

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Summary In this episode of the AI Pathfinder for Private Equity podcast, host Steve Budd speaks with Margo Polishchuk, co-founder and president of ProSapient, about the evolution of primary research in private equity. Margo shares her journey from the expert networking industry to founding ProSapient, emphasising the importance of customer-centric innovation and the integration of technology in research workflows. The conversation explores the impact of generative AI on the industry, the nec...

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Episodes (15/15)

AI Pathfinder for Private Equity Podcast

Margo Polishchuk: AI Won’t Replace Expert Networks, It Will Supercharge Them

Summary In this episode of the AI Pathfinder for Private Equity podcast, host Steve Budd speaks with Margo Polishchuk, co-founder and president of ProSapient, about the evolution of primary research in private equity. Margo shares her journey from the expert networking industry to founding ProSapient, emphasising the importance of customer-centric innovation and the integration of technology in research workflows. The conversation explores the impact of generative AI on the industry, the nec...

1 month ago

30 minutes

AI Pathfinder for Private Equity Podcast

Al Cattell: Practical First Moves for Safe AI Adoption in Private Equity

Summary In this episode Steve Budd speaks with Al Cattell, founder of GiantKelp, about the practical applications of AI in private equity and business processes. They discuss the importance of using AI to automate workflows, the challenges of managing expectations, and the role of subject matter experts in successful AI deployment. Al shares insights from his experience in helping firms identify use cases for AI and the significance of starting small with controlled projects to build momentu...

1 month ago

31 minutes

AI Pathfinder for Private Equity Podcast

Simon Walker: Forget 'AI Strategy' How PE Firms Can Drive Real AI Impact Across Portfolios

Summary In this episode of the AI Pathfinder for Private Equity podcast, Steve Budd speaks with Simon Walker, co-founder of Kubrick Group, about the critical role of AI in private equity and portfolio companies. They discuss the evolution of AI capabilities, the urgency for private equity firms to adopt AI, and the importance of collaboration among portfolio companies. Simon shares insights on real-world applications of AI in sales and finance, the necessity of measuring AI success, and the c...

3 months ago

30 minutes

AI Pathfinder for Private Equity Podcast

Phil Westcott: From 'Batch Job' to 'Continuous Intelligence' in Deal Origination

Summary In this episode of the AI Pathfinder for Private Equity podcast, Steve Budd interviews Phil Westcott, CEO and co-founder of Filament Syfter. They discuss the transformative role of AI in private equity, focusing on how Filament Syfter helps firms build proprietary market intelligence to enhance deal origination. Phil shares insights on the inefficiencies in traditional processes, the importance of integrating data, and the competitive edge that AI can provide. The conversation also to...

3 months ago

28 minutes

AI Pathfinder for Private Equity Podcast

Dan Thompson: Using AI to Solve Forecasting’s Hidden Problems

Summary In this episode of the AI Pathfinder for Private Equity podcast, host Steve Budd speaks with Dan Thompson, CEO of Kluster, about the critical role of accurate forecasting in private equity. They discuss the challenges faced by private equity firms in forecasting, the concept of private equity grade forecasting, and how Kluster's unique approach leverages AI and data integration to enhance forecasting accuracy. The conversation also touches on the importance of data quality, the dynami...

4 months ago

33 minutes

AI Pathfinder for Private Equity Podcast

Richard Nicholas: Legal Foundations for AI in Private Equity

Summary In this episode of the AI Pathfinder for Private Equity podcast, host Steve Budd talks to technology lawyer Richard Nicholas to explore the intersection of AI, legal governance, and risk management in private equity. They discuss the challenges and opportunities that AI presents, particularly in terms of legal compliance, data privacy, and the importance of effective governance structures. Richard shares insights on how private equity firms can navigate the complexities of AI implemen...

4 months ago

32 minutes

AI Pathfinder for Private Equity Podcast

Tom Hewitson: How to Build AI Literacy in Organisations

Summary In this episode of the AI Pathfinder for Private Equity podcast, Steve Budd and Tom Hewitson discuss the journey of firms in adopting AI technologies. They explore the evolution of AI, the importance of building AI literacy, and the challenges organisations face in moving from experimentation to structured capability. Tom emphasises the need for leadership alignment, effective incentives, and metrics to measure success. The conversation also talks about the concept of 'vibe coding' an...

5 months ago

34 minutes

AI Pathfinder for Private Equity Podcast

Athena Peppes: The three P's of AI Success

SummaryIn this episode of the AI Pathfinder for Private Equity podcast, host Steve Budd engages with Athena Peppers, a thought leadership expert, to discuss the critical components of successful AI mobilisation in private equity. They explore the current state of AI adoption, the importance of understanding its impact on various industries, and the challenges organisations face in implementing AI strategies. Athena emphasises the need for a clear problem definition, the role of people and cul...

12 months ago

30 minutes

AI Pathfinder for Private Equity Podcast

Hazem Abolrous: The three pillars for AI mobilisation

SummaryIn this episode of the AI Pathfinder for Private Equity podcast, host Steve Budd discusses the critical role of AI in private equity with Hazem Aboris, Managing Partner at RingStone. They explore the importance of AI mobilisation, the evolution of AI technology, and the necessary steps for successful implementation. The conversation highlights the significance of data quality, the need for a top-down approach, and the challenges organisations face in adopting AI. They also discuss the ...

12 months ago

32 minutes

AI Pathfinder for Private Equity Podcast

Pauline Nissen: Building a Culture of Responsible AI

In this episode of the AI Pathfinder for Private Equity podcast, Steve Budd and Pauline Nissen, Ethical AI Lead at ML6 (builder of custom AI systems) discuss the critical importance of ethical AI and AI governance in the private equity sector. They explore how to promote responsible AI practices, the implications of the upcoming EU AI Act, and the necessity for organisations to adopt a culture of ethical AI. The conversation highlights the risks of neglecting ethical considerations in AI deve...

12 months ago

30 minutes

AI Pathfinder for Private Equity Podcast

Johann Van Tonder: Exploring the role of leadership and experimentation in successful AI mobilisation

SummaryIn this episode of the AI Pathfinder for Private Equity podcast, Steve Budd engages with Johann van Tonder, CEO of AWA Digital (E-commerce CRO specialists), to explore the complexities of AI mobilisation. They discuss the high failure rates of AI projects, the importance of embracing failure as part of the learning process, and the necessity of identifying specific problems that AI can solve. Johann shares insights on how AI could transform the conversion rate optimisation industry, th...

12 months ago

33 minutes

AI Pathfinder for Private Equity Podcast

Shaun McGirr: practical considerations for Private Equity firms

In this podcast episode, Steve Budd interviews Shaun, the Chief AI and Data Officer at DevOn, a software development company. They discuss the intersection of AI and private equity, the importance of understanding AI capabilities, and the potential for AI to unlock value in portfolio companies. Shaun emphasises the need for a practical and iterative approach to AI adoption, starting with small efficiency gains and gradually scaling up. He also highlights the importance of blurring boundaries ...

1 year ago

34 minutes

AI Pathfinder for Private Equity Podcast

Fernanda Dobal: proving ROI with AI chat and assistants

In this conversation, Steve Budd speaks with Fernanda Dobal, the newly appointed product director of AI and chat at Cleo, a fintech company. Fernanda shares her experience in using AI to develop AI assistants for sleep training and financial coaching. They also explore the importance of user trust and the role of humans in the loop. The conversation emphasises the value of AI in improving efficiency, personalization, and accessibility.AI Pathfinder Private Equity AI Strategy Quarterly Breakfa...

1 year ago

29 minutes

AI Pathfinder for Private Equity Podcast

David Dobrin: seizing AI opportunities in an information rich business

In this conversation, Steve Budd speaks with David Dobrin, Product Director, AI Platform at YouGov, about the potential of AI in the market research industry. They discuss the importance of taking action now and starting to build AI capabilities, even if the technology is not perfect. They also explore the challenges of managing expectations and keeping teams engaged with AI. AI Pathfinder Private Equity AI Strategy Quarterly Breakfast Briefings in London: https://www.aipathfinder.co/bre...

1 year ago

32 minutes

AI Pathfinder for Private Equity Podcast

Will Bailey: using AI in data & information businesses

In this podcast episode, Steve Budd interviews Will Bailey from 67 Bricks about the application of AI in data & information businesses. They discuss the benefits such as improving user experiences, extracting key concepts, and expanding coverage. Will shares examples of successful AI implementations, including semantic fingerprinting. They also address the challenges of cultural adoption and the fear of obsolescence. The conversation emphasises the importance of thinking big, starting sma...

1 year ago

31 minutes