From Tech Expert to Climate Crusader: The Inspiring Journey of Ari Gesher | 001

Do you ever wonder what drives a successful tech expert to abandon the comfort of nine-to-five and establish a new venture committed to combating climate change? This week, we take you on an in-depth journey with Ari Gesher, founder of Kairos Aerospace, to discover the answer. Starting from his upbringing in Chicago and a taste of rural life in Woodstock, Illinois, Ari Gesher shares the moments that shaped his worldview and fueled his passion.

In a series of chapters, Ari candidly discusses the challenging and rewarding moments in his career, from his early days at SourceForge.net to his pivotal role as the 12th employee at Palantir. He reflects on his struggles with academic probation in college and how it spurred a bold decision to drop out and immerse himself in programming. Listen in as Ari Gesher reveals how he leveraged this learning curve to climb the tech industry ladder, ultimately steering the student organization for the Association of Computing Machinery.

In the final chapters, Ari provides insights into the origins and philosophy behind Palantir, and how he navigated his career towards Kairos Aerospace. Learn about his mission to use innovative imaging technology to tackle greenhouse gas emissions and the challenges he faced along the way. As he shares his thoughts on maintaining a healthy work-life balance, the power of hard work, and the discovery of ambition, you'll come away with a newfound appreciation for the human spirit in the face of adversity. Join us for this inspiring conversation and gain valuable insights from a thought leader at the forefront of technology and environmental responsibility.

You can purchase Ari's book, "The Architecture of Privacy: On Engineering Technologies that Can Deliver Trustworthy Safeguards" here: https://tinyurl.com/3vfp3nnc

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