Jeff Herbst, VP of business development at NVIDIA and head of NVIDIA Inception, shares his extensive journey in the AI startup ecosystem. He discusses NVIDIA's evolution from a graphics manufacturer to a leader in AI technology and the critical role of data in modern development. Herbst highlights how NVIDIA Inception accelerates startups with training and resources, featuring success stories like Baba Labs. He underscores the importance of adaptability and strong leadership for entrepreneurs navigating the fast-changing AI landscape.