Entrepreneurs on Fire

Using AI for Something Good with David Bradford

Mar 18, 2025
David Bradford, CEO of Virtual Immersive Educational Worlds, is revolutionizing education with AI and gamification. He shares insights on the importance of people in business success, emphasizing that 75% of a company's triumph relies on its team. Bradford highlights the potential of immersive learning experiences, where learners can interact with historical figures in 3D environments. He also stresses the need for execution in entrepreneurship, advocating for using success as a launchpad rather than a resting place.
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INSIGHT

People Drive Company Success

  • Company success depends far more on people than on technology or strategy.
  • A-team players can turn a mediocre product into a market winner while C-teams sink even great products.
ANECDOTE

Four-Decade Tech Journey

  • David traced his tech career from Prime Computer to Novell, Fusion-IO, and HireVue, noting growth and IPO experience.
  • He used those roles to pivot into edtech and AI-powered immersive learning later in his career.
ADVICE

Use Success As A Springboard

  • Use your success as a springboard rather than a hammock to stay active and relevant.
  • Keep pursuing meaningful work even after exits or retirement to maintain purpose and energy.
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