Using AI to read the room with Read.ai CEO David Shim

In this episode of Shift AI, David Shim CEO at read.ai shares his experience as a serial entrepreneur, angel investor and running one of the most exciting Madrona backed AI startups based in Seattle.

Below is a summary of the topics covered:

• Transitioning from a political science major to identifying untapped opportunities in the stock trading market.
• Acquiring foundational customer service skills in the early stages of a career.
• The influence of a family of Korean immigrant entrepreneurs on work ethic and problem-solving.
• The journey of founding and scaling startups like Placed and read.ai in emerging markets.
• Adapting product focus based on evolving AI capabilities, such as meeting transcriptions and actionable recommendations.
• The importance of collaboration with established companies for market credibility and reach.
• Utilizing data analytics and AI for smarter meeting management and equity.
• The role of mentors and advancements in AI in navigating business challenges and shaping the future of content consumption.

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• Email: ⁠shift@simplyaugmented.com⁠