Machine Minds

Episode 46 | AI for Agriculture Commodities | Francisco Martin Rayo

Aug 28, 2024

51:04

In this exciting episode of Machine Minds, we sit down with Francisco Martin Rayo, the CEO and Co-founder of Helios, a groundbreaking company harnessing the power of AI to revolutionize the agricultural supply chain. Join us as we explore how Helios is transforming the industry by predicting supply availability and identifying climate and economic risks that impact yields.

Francisco shares the inspiring story behind Helios, detailing the initial spark that ignited his passion for technology and innovation. He dives into the founding journey alongside his co-founder, revealing the challenges they faced and the milestones they achieved in building a company that leverages billions of data points to provide actionable insights.

We also discuss the future of AI in agriculture, exploring emerging trends, potential disruptions, and how the technology is poised to reshape the way we approach supply chain management. Don't miss this fascinating conversation about the intersection of agriculture and technology, and how Helios is leading the charge toward a more resilient and efficient future.

Tune in to discover how AI is not just predicting the future, but actively shaping it!

00:00 Machine Minds Show Introduction

01:20 Francisco’s journey

07:14 Initial spark in tech space

09:00 Founding history behind Helios and what they do

13:40 Problems to solve

26:02 Lessons Francisco learned

35:04 The importance of assembling a good team

44:08 Future of the AI industry

49:36 Advice for entrepreneurs

More about Helios

https://www.linkedin.com/company/helios-sc/about/