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Sweat and Resilience: Balancing Chronic Migraine with Fitness Goals 35:00

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The healing power of fitness goes far beyond physical benefits—for today’s guest, it’s a form of self-expression and a celebration of what the body can do. In this episode, host Nora McInerny sits down with fitness personality Ivylis Rivera, who shares her deeply personal journey of navigating life with Chronic Migraine while holding onto her passion for movement. Ivylis opens up about the struggle of staying active while facing the fear of triggering a headache or migraine attack and the resilience it takes to keep pushing forward—a resilience that carried her through the challenging journey of finding a Chronic Migraine treatment plan that worked for her. Join Nora and Ivylis as they explore the concept of “soft living,” a philosophy Ivylis embraces—staying active, listening to your body, and building trust in oneself. Click here for Product Information, including Boxed Warning and Medication Guide, or visit https://abbv.ie/prescribing_info See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Entrepreneurs wonder what it’s like to be a VC. And VCs without an operating background often don’t understand the grit required to turn an idea into a successful business. The best investors have been successful operators first.

Today’s guest is one of those. Nick Adams founded Differential Ventures in 2017 to invest in B2B, data-first seed-stage companies. Since then, Nick and the team have invested in an impressive group of companies including Private AI, Ocrolus, and Agnostiq.

Before Differential, Nick helped grow companies like OPower and RAGE Frameworks in sales, marketing, and product leadership roles. Today we get to learn about how to innovate and grow a startup when the product is a venture fund.

Listen and learn...

How being an investor and entrepreneur are similar
The most outrageous pitch Nick has heard... and how it involved porn
How being a baseball player trained Nick to be a venture capitalist
Nick's advice for what to do after closing a big sales deal
Where there are opportunities for generative AI entrepreneurs to get funded
How AI is being used to design circuit boards
Nick's most recent investment... and what made him decide to write the check
What Nick is telling Congress we need to do to regulate AI

References in this episode...

Why generative AI is desperately in need of regulation
Metafold, new Differential investment
Dan Grunfeld from Lightspeed on AI and the Future of Work

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Nick Adams, Managing Partner at Differential Ventures, discusses how to get your generative AI startup funded

AI and the Future of Work: Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace, Business, Ethics, HR, and IT for AI Enthusiasts, Leaders and Academics

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Listen and learn...

How being an investor and entrepreneur are similar
The most outrageous pitch Nick has heard... and how it involved porn
How being a baseball player trained Nick to be a venture capitalist
Nick's advice for what to do after closing a big sales deal
Where there are opportunities for generative AI entrepreneurs to get funded
How AI is being used to design circuit boards
Nick's most recent investment... and what made him decide to write the check
What Nick is telling Congress we need to do to regulate AI

References in this episode...

Why generative AI is desperately in need of regulation
Metafold, new Differential investment
Dan Grunfeld from Lightspeed on AI and the Future of Work

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337: Will AI automate legal work? The future of lawyers with Scott Stevenson, Spellbook CEO. 38:45

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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, Spellbook’s 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 Stevenson’s journey from building electronic instruments to launching Spellbook, the world’s 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 couldn’t afford help. Why AI won’t 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 Newsletter Connect with Scott on LinkedIn AI fun fact article On How to Build an AI platform that's growing faster than OpenAI…

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Ethical AI in Hiring: How to Stay Compliant While Building a Fairer Future of Work (HR Day Special Episode) 30:03

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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 innovate—but 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: 🔹 Sean Behr (CEO, Fountain) – Listen to the full conversation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/14183120 🔹 Keith Sonderling (U.S. Deputy Secretary of Labor, formerly EEOC Commissioner) – Listen to the full conversation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/15934483 🔹 Guillermo Corea (Former Director, SHRM Innovation Lab) – Listen to the full conversation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/12706119 🔹 Josh Drean (Futurist, Co-Founder, Work3 Institute) – Listen to the full conversation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/16473644 💡 What You’ll Learn: How AI is already transforming the hiring process What compliance really means in the age of automation Why HR professionals must take the lead on responsible innovation How to balance efficiency with fairness 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 World Health Day Special: How AI Is Making Healthcare Smarter, Cheaper, and Kinder: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/16935235…

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336: What Comes After Code? JAMstack, AI Agents, and the Open Web with Matt Biilmann, Netlify CEO 37:15

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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 “JAMstack”, and how it redefined the architecture of the modern web The evolution of Netlify from a bootstrapped side project to a platform used by 6M+ developers Why 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 “vibe coders” who build sophisticated projects by prompting instead of programming Why the open web matters more than ever in the age of AI, and what’s at stake in the battle between open and closed platforms Matt’s reflections on leadership, delegation, and what still drives him after more than a decade of building tools that empower other builders Resources: Subscribe to the AI & The Future of Work Newsletter Connect with Matt on LinkedIn Read the new blog from Matt: Biilmann Blog AI fun fact article On the future of automation in B2B sales…

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335: How AI is Changing Academia with Dave Marchick, Dean of the Kogod School of Business 41:58

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Dave Marchick is the Dean of American University’s 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 firm’s 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 University’s 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 it’s reshaping classroom dynamics). Why professionalism, communication, and negotiation are now prioritized as “skills of the future”. 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 Marchick’s book: The Peaceful Transfer of Power: An Oral History of America’s Presidential Transitions…

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334: From Special Ops to Cyber AI Warfare: Lessons in Grit, Leadership, and AI Cybersecurity from Snehal Antani, Horizon3 CEO 43:44

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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 master’s in computer science from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and a bachelor’s from Purdue University, and he is the inventor on 16 patents. In this conversation, we discuss: Snehal Antani’s 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 “LEGO blocks” 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 “cyber-enabled economic warfare” 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…

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333: How AI Is Transforming On-Call Life — The Future of SREs and IT Ops with Gou Rao, Co-Founder of NeuBird.ai 40:47

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Gou Rao is a serial entrepreneur and the co-founder of NeuBird, where he's building Hawkeye—an 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, Microsoft’s venture arm, following a $22 million seed round led by Mayfield, Stepstone Group, and Prosperity7 Ventures. Gou holds a bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering from Bangalore University and a master’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania. In this conversation, we discuss: Gou Rao’s 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 problem—and how Hawkeye helps SREs move from noise to actionable insight in minutes. The shift from chatbots to agentic systems—and 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. Gou’s reflections on entrepreneurship, including why “mistakes are an asset” 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…

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332: Why Every Problem Doesn't Need an App: Using AI to Make Space for Creativity and Purpose with Ravi Malick, Global CIO at Box 35:33

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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 company’s 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 Malick’s nonlinear path from investment banking and consulting to becoming Global CIO at Box—and how each chapter shaped his leadership style. What makes Box’s “people-first” 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 employees—and how Ravi balances innovation with governance. How he’s approaching AI adoption internally, from quick wins to long-term strategy, while keeping a sharp focus on business outcomes. What the “agentic workforce” could mean for scalability, productivity, and the structure of tomorrow’s 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…

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331: Rethinking Legal Access, Work, and Meaning with Rafie Faruq, Co-Founder & CEO of Genie AI 30:20

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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 Faruq’s 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 outdated—and 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 principles—and 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/subscribe Connect 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-law On Entrepreneurship in Emerging Markets : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/linda-rottenberg-endeavor-co-founder-and-ceo/id1476885647?i=1000517670973…

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World Health Day Special: How AI Is Making Healthcare Smarter, Cheaper, and Kinder 20:35

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To mark World Health Day, we’re 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, you’ll hear from five leaders at the intersection of healthcare and emerging technologies—sharing how AI is already reshaping how we deliver care and what’s next for clinical innovation. 🎧 Featuring insights from: 🔹 Boe Hartman (Co-founder, Nomi Health) – Listen to the full conversation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/16185843 🔹 Punit Soni (Founder, Suki) – Listen to the full conversation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/16339101 🔹 Dr. Brigham Hyde (Co-founder, Atropos Health) & Dr. John Halamka (President, Mayo Clinic Platform) – Listen to the full conversation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/12797551 🔹 Dr. Shiv Rao (CEO, Abridge) – Listen to the full conversation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/12739445 🩺 Why It Matters: AI is helping solve some of healthcare’s most pressing challenges—from 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 tools—with 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…

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330: Exploring the Path to the Singularity: AI & Machine Consciousness with Prof. J. Craig Wheeler, Astronomer and Author 41:32

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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 Wheeler’s career—and what they reveal about the universe’s expansion. The singularity debate: Will AI surpass human intelligence, and if so, what happens next? Machine consciousness vs. human intelligence—why the future of AI might be more alien than we expect. The rise of AI in leadership roles—could 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 inevitable—and 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…

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329: Dheeraj Pandey, Nutanix Founder and DevRev CEO, shares how he raised $100M to improve the customer experience with AI 43:02

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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 AI—why businesses must integrate AI with human workflows rather than replace them. The future of customer support—how DevRev combines real-time conversations with ticketing systems to improve response times and reduce inefficiencies. The ethical challenges of AI adoption—how 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. Dheeraj’s vision for AI’s next frontier—why the real challenge isn’t 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…

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328: Why Job Loyalty is Dead & How AI is Reshaping Work with Bryan Power, Nextdoor’s Head of People 25:00

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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 Transform—the conference at the intersection of the People space and the tech industry—Dan 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, he’s 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 evolving—why job loyalty is declining and what it means for the future of work. The rise of hybrid work and its impact on company culture—how Nextdoor navigates the balance between flexibility and connection. Why culture must be intentional—lessons from Google, Square, Yahoo, and Nextdoor on shaping a workplace where people thrive. The role of AI in HR and leadership—how AI is disrupting traditional people operations and what leaders must do to stay ahead. Bryan’s biggest leadership lessons—what he’s learned from building teams at some of the most influential tech companies. The future of HR in an AI-powered world—how the Chief People Officer role is shifting as AI and automation reshape the workplace. Resources 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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327: Can Solar Really Power the Future? Breaking Myths and Building the Next Energy Revolution with Scott Wharton, Tandem PV CEO 32:47

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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 he’s 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 bachelor’s degree from Binghamton University. In this conversation, we discuss: How solar energy has become the cheapest and most scalable power source —and why most people haven’t caught up to this reality. The breakthrough potential of perovskite solar cells and why they’re set to replace silicon as the industry standard. Why the U.S. must invest in solar manufacturing – and how bringing production back from China strengthens energy security. The evolving synergy between solar and battery storage —how new advancements are making 24/7 renewable power a reality. Common myths about solar’s limitations and why concerns about cost, reliability, and land use no longer hold up. Scott’s journey from leading video conferencing at Logitech to revolutionizing the solar industry – 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…

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326: The Startup Survival Guide—Avoiding Costly Mistakes, Scaling Smarter, and Planning Your Exit with Mona Sabet, SVP at GCG 32:20

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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 stages—Mona 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 effectively—Why transitioning from founder to CEO requires a mindset shift, and the biggest mistakes leaders make in this process. The AI bubble: hype vs. reality—Mona 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 decision—The 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 IPOs—How companies can differentiate themselves in a crowded market of late-stage startups waiting for an exit. The unseen biases keeping women out of leadership—Mona’s perspective on why brand bias impacts diversity in tech and what leaders can do to create real change. Resources: Subscribe to the AI & The Future of Work Newsletter Connect with Mona on LinkedIn AI fun fact article On How to how AI is changing the entertainment industry…

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The Future of AI Ethics Special: Perspectives from Women Leaders in AI on Bias, Accountability & Trust 19:27

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Coinciding with International Women’s Day this week, this special episode of AI and the Future of Work highlights key conversations with women leading the way in AI ethics, governance, and accountability. In this curated compilation, we feature four remarkable experts working to create a more equitable, trustworthy, and responsible AI future: 🔹 Navrina Singh (Founder & CEO, Credo AI) – Listen to the full conversation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/14341487 🔹 Meredith Broussard (Author, Artificial Unintelligence: How Computers Misunderstand the World ) – Listen to the full conversation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/12284213 🔹 Juliette Powell (Co-Author, The AI Dilemma: 7 Principles for Responsible Technology ) – Listen to the full conversation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/14435648 🔹 Merve Hickok (Founder, AIethicist.org ) – Listen to the full conversation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/520474/episodes/11801221 Bias, lack of transparency, and ethical concerns in AI are some of the most urgent issues of our time. These leaders are shaping the policies and frameworks needed to ensure AI serves everyone—fairly and equitably. 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…

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AI and the Future of Work: Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace, Business, Ethics, HR, and IT for AI Enthusiasts, Leaders and Academics « »
Nick Adams, Managing Partner at Differential Ventures, discusses how to get your generative AI startup funded