Vanja Josifovski

Vanja Josifovski, Co-Founder and CEO of Kumo.AI, previously served as CTO at Airbnb and Pinterest. He dives into how data is reshaping innovation, emphasizing the importance of being a 'data-forward organization.' Dr. Vanja reveals the power of relational foundation models in predictive AI, simplifying traditional processes. He discusses the criticality of integration speed as a competitive advantage and encourages leaders to embrace new technologies that offer significant enhancements, urging a shift away from outdated systems.

Vanja Josifovski, CEO of Kuma.ai, is a seasoned tech entrepreneur with a rich background from Pinterest and Airbnb. In this discussion, he explores the challenges of leveraging structured data in enterprise AI. Vanja introduces Kuma's innovative Relational Foundation Model, which transforms how businesses glean insights from complex data without extensive modeling. He emphasizes the importance of efficient data use in achieving actionable predictions, shedding light on the evolution of AI in enhancing decision-making and modernizing legacy systems.