Conversations on Applied AI

The conversation this week is with Satish Muvva. Satish has founded two companies, both harnessing cutting edge technology and focusing on health. His latest company, CarePredict, has a simple goal, making it easier to take care of and look out for seniors. He's invented a wearable device called Tempo, the first designed for the elderly, which lends our activities of daily living and compiles these patterns into an individual's rhythm journal. Prior to CarePredict, he founded ContinuLink, an innovative home care medical staffing and hospice IT SaaS company, which he sold to Pecura in 2011. Innovation and healthcare have been constant themes throughout his career, and he's passionate about exploring and finding new ways to tackle problems.If you are interested in learning about how AI is being applied across multiple industries, be sure to join us at a future AppliedAI Monthly meetup and help support us so we can make future Emerging Technologies North non-profit events!Emerging Technologies NorthAppliedAI MeetupResources and Topics Mentioned in this EpisodeCarePredictTempoPredictive maintenanceGeoffrey HintonThe Worlds I See: Curiosity, Exploration, and Discovery at the Dawn of AI by Fei-Fei Li Mechanical TurkNational Association for Home Care & HospiceHomeCare1002024 Senior Living Executive ConferenceLeading Edge ConferencesEnjoy!Your host,Justin Grammens

The conversation this week is with Nick Roseth. Nick is a visionary technologist positioned at the nexus of business technology and design. His 25 year career spans startups and Fortune 500 companies, where he has driven innovation and sustainable success. Nick leads efforts to harness emerging technologies such as spatial computing, which encompasses augmented and virtual reality, artificial intelligence, hardware, and SaaS. His work cuts across diverse industries, including healthcare, finance, and construction. And I would be remiss if I didn't mention that Nick is an influential public speaker and a staunch advocate for emerging technologies. He's done a TEDx talk on bringing tech jobs to rural America and was the creator of DocuMNtary, a forum exploring tech entrepreneurship in Minnesota. And if that wasn't enough, he's the chapter president of VR/AR Minneapolis as he continues to champion the integration of technology in community development.If you are interested in learning about how AI is being applied across multiple industries, be sure to join us at a future AppliedAI Monthly meetup and help support us so we can make future Emerging Technologies North non-profit events!Emerging Technologies NorthAppliedAI MeetupResources and Topics Mentioned in this EpisodeNick Roseth’s Ted TalkDocuMNtaryVR/AR MinneapolisMicrosoft HoloLensExplore DesignDiffusion of Innovations by Everett RogersCrossing the Chasm by Geoffrey MooreHuman Factors PsychologyA Thousand Brains: A New Theory of Intelligence by Jeff HawkinsMan's Search for Meaning by Viktor FranklThe Coming Wave by Mustafa SuleymanCo-Intelligence: Living and Working with AIAction Research Collaborative - Cornell UniversityEnjoy!Your host,Justin Grammens

Zach Hatch, an AI and automation engineer at Gemini, is a wizard in creating custom AI systems that refine business processes. He shares insights on the evolution of large language models and their role in enhancing natural interactions. The discussion sails through how generative AI is reshaping marketing, fostering user engagement, and the balance with employment concerns. Zach also reveals the transformative power of AI chatbots and their ability to revolutionize customer interactions, proving AI's vital role in modern business.

The conversation this week is with Lori Ryan. Lori is the creator of Lorignite.com an artificial intelligence hub aimed at making AI more accessible. Additionally, with more than 20 years of experience in local TV news production, she's honed her skills in identifying and conveying what people care about in an easy to understand manner. And this skill set has allowed her to curate content on Laurie Ignite and help people navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of AI. Her extensive background in IT project management includes working with Fortune 100 companies across the globe, Implementing technology solutions and managing complex projects.If you are interested in learning about how AI is being applied across multiple industries, be sure to join us at a future AppliedAI Monthly meetup and help support us so we can make future Emerging Technologies North non-profit events!Emerging Technologies NorthAppliedAI MeetupResources and Topics Mentioned in this EpisodeLorignite.comThe Mel Robbins PodcastThe 5 Second Rule by Mel RobbinsAISALONLab651AI Futures An Anthology by Kyle ShannonEnjoy!Your host,Justin Grammens

The conversation this week is with Rajeev Bukralia. Rajeev holds the position of a tenured associate professor and the graduate coordinator in the Department of Computer Information Science at Minnesota State University, Mankato.He specializes in AI data science and IT strategies and serves as the founding director for the MS Data Science program. He's also currently focused on investigating responsible AI including the ethical implications and XAI Otherwise known as explainable AI. He is the founder and advisor of Dream, a prominent student organization focused on AI and data science, which has over 300 members. His commitment to student success and professional contributions have been recognized through various fellowships and awards. including the Minnesota State Outstanding Educator Award.If you are interested in learning about how AI is being applied across multiple industries, be sure to join us at a future AppliedAI Monthly meetup and help support us so we can make future Emerging Technologies North non-profit events!Emerging Technologies NorthAppliedAI MeetupResources and Topics Mentioned in this EpisodeDREAMExplainable Artificial IntelligenceACID frameworkBase FrameworkHadoop EcosystemSparkThe Coming Wave by Mustafa Suleyman Midwest Undergraduate Data Analytics CompetitionEnjoy!Your host,Justin Grammens

The conversation this week is with Peter Edstrom. Peter is a proactive, methodical leader and team player with 24 years of software experience, adept at building teams and fostering organizational alignment to solve complex business and software problems. He's skilled in product management, agile development, and process improvement, with a track record of collaborating with various teams. To create meaningful change in the organization.Throughout his career, he's had a diverse, wide range of experiences from designing a public media multi touch book for the iPad and also working on a government bioterrorism alerting platform. He's currently a Director of Technical Product Unified Enterprise Search at Optum.If you are interested in learning about how AI is being applied across multiple industries, be sure to join us at a future AppliedAI Monthly meetup and help support us so we can make future Emerging Technologies North non-profit events!Emerging Technologies NorthAppliedAI MeetupResources and Topics Mentioned in this EpisodeOptumBehavioral GroovesSoraPomodoro TechniqueUnconfuse Me with Bill GatesExhalation by Ted ChiangStories of Your Life and Others by Ted ChiangAccelerando (Singularity) by Charles StrossThe Age of Spiritual Machines by Ray KurzweilNever Eat Alone by Keith FerrazziAtomic Habits by James ClearEnjoy!Your host,Justin Grammens

The conversation this week is with Tim Bornholdt. Tim is an AI strategist where he looks to help organizations figure out how to deploy AI solutions that actually provide value, especially in the climate or healthcare space. Tim is an experienced podcast host himself, and public speaker. He gave a TEDx talk in 2023 where he encouraged people to not be intimidated by artificial intelligence. He's hosted 120 episodes of a podcast called Constant Variables and has spoken at places like the Applied AI Conference. Open Source North and Twin Cities Startup Week.If you are interested in learning about how AI is being applied across multiple industries, be sure to join us at a future AppliedAI Monthly meetup and help support us so we can make future Emerging Technologies North non-profit events!Emerging Technologies NorthAppliedAI MeetupResources and Topics Mentioned in this EpisodeThe Jed Mahonis GroupTurnSignlKwiklyVSI LabsConstant VariablesSoulful: You in the Future of Artificial Intelligence by David EspindolaDon’t be intimidated by AI - help shape its future | Tim Bornholdt | TEDxStCloudTimBornholdt.comEvery.toEnjoy!Your host,Justin Grammens

The conversation this week is with Donna Herbel. Donna is the founder and chief igniter of Blue Phoenix Learning, where she provides speaking, training, coaching, and consulting services on the topics of leadership, using technology to streamline processes and improve communication and talent development strategy. Additionally, she is the co-founder and COO of Savii, where she works to advance Savii's mission to provide employer sponsored health insurance options to employees that are simple to understand and implement. Donna says that her purpose is to be a force for good, supporting individuals and organizations in achieving their most compelling goals.If you are interested in learning about how AI is being applied across multiple industries, be sure to join us at a future AppliedAI Monthly meetup and help support us so we can make future Emerging Technologies North non-profit events!Emerging Technologies NorthAppliedAI MeetupResources and Topics Mentioned in this EpisodeBlue Phoenix LearningSaviiZorkZaxxonSynthesiaThe Worlds I See: Curiosity, Exploration, and Discovery at the Dawn of AI by Fei-Fei LiAI DungeonELIZA effectNotebookLMEnjoy!Your host,Justin Grammens

The conversation this week is with Jim Wilt. Jim is a technology executive focused on innovations in aerospace, manufacturing, health, fintech, and retail, just to name a few. Today he focuses, though, on generative AI, augmented software, and platform modernization through engineering empowerment on cloud-native platforms leveraging automated code generation.If you are interested in learning about how AI is being applied across multiple industries, be sure to join us at a future AppliedAI Monthly meetup and help support us so we can make future Emerging Technologies North non-profit events!Emerging Technologies NorthAppliedAI MeetupResources and Topics Mentioned in this EpisodeRemote Desktop ProtocolQuantum computingInternational Council on Systems EngineeringMicrosoft CopilotBayesian search theoryHarnessing Generative AI in Enterprises: The Dual Power of Knowledge and Prompt EngineeringKnowledge engineeringCodefreezeSoulful: You in the Future of Artificial Intelligence by David EspindolaArchitecture & Governance MagazineArticles & BooksArchitecture & Governance MagazineTractor, Farmer, and Generative AIFragile SystemsInnovator's DilemmaBlue Ocean StrategyOur Iceberg is MeltingSwitch: How To Change When Change Is HardThe Platinum RuleEnjoy!Your host,Justin Grammens

The conversation this week is with Andy Carroll. Andy is not your typical chief commercial officer. He is a Six Sigma Black Belt and is just as comfortable getting into the weeds for process improvement as he is using systems thinking to develop go-to-market strategies. As a President's Club and Innovation Award winner, he leads high-performing teams to enjoy exponential revenue growth and spark innovation. He offers his expertise through consulting services to healthcare organizations and adds to those skills through graduate studies in artificial intelligence. He currently is a chapter advisor for AI 2030 and its mission, utilizing AI's transformative power for global good while mitigating its risk as well as fostering community engagement and development.If you are interested in learning about how AI is being applied across multiple industries, be sure to join us at a future AppliedAI Monthly meetup and help support us so we can make future Emerging Technologies North non-profit events!Emerging Technologies NorthAppliedAI MeetupResources and Topics Mentioned in this EpisodeSlainteAI 2030Regression analysisPredictive analyticsEnjoy!Your host,Justin Grammens