Spark of Ages

On this episode of Spark of Ages, we sit down with Rajiv Parikh, CEO of Position Squared, to do a mid-year review to uncover the daily grind and the high-stakes decisions behind leading an AI-driven growth marketing powerhouse. Rajiv offers a treasure trove of insights into the transformative power of AI, revealing how his company has formed a robust AI product development team, launched strategic...

Join us on the Spark of Ages podcast as we unlock the secrets behind Silicon Valley's sales success with our insightful guest, Ankur Srivastava. Ankur takes us through the transformative power of cloud computing and SaaS marketplaces, particularly Amazon Web Services (AWS), in fostering startup growth. Discover how AWS has enabled rapid innovation for technology companies worldwide and gain v...

Join us as we sit down with Banks Boutte, the visionary co-founder and co-CEO of KitBash3D, to uncover the secrets behind the booming gaming sector, now more influential than music, movies, and publishing combined. Banks offers an exclusive look into how 3D technology is revolutionizing various fields, from automotive to fashion, and breaks down the monumental shifts that have democratized content...

Email us with any feedback for the show: spark@postion2.com Find more great content like this at: https://www.position2.com/ If you like what you here, please drop us a comment! What if you could harness the power of AI to revolutionize drug safety? Join us as Dr. Ashwin Gopinath, MIT assistant professor and co-founder of Biostateai, shares his incredible journey from electrical engineering in Ind...

Email us with any feedback for the show: spark@postion2.com Find more great content like this at: https://www.position2.com/ If you like what you here, please drop us a comment! Episode Description: Ever think about coming up with a world changing idea that brings you and your family untold amounts of wealth?  But after that, what do you do?  Once you becoming a king, how do you manage your kingdo...

Email us with any feedback for the show: spark@postion2.com Find more great content like this at: https://www.position2.com/ If you like what you here, please drop us a comment! Episode Description: Can atmospheric water generators be the answer to the global water crisis?  Join us for an inspiring conversation with Brian Sheng, CEO and co-founder of Aquaria, as he takes us through his remarkable...

Email us with any feedback for the show: spark@postion2.com Find more great content like this at: https://www.position2.com/ If you like what you here, please drop us a comment! Episode Description: Ever wondered how the titans of the tech industry navigate the intricacies of data management and transformative mergers? Strap in as I, Rajiv Parikh, engage with Sanjay Poonen, the visionary CEO of Co...

Email us with any feedback for the show: spark@postion2.com Episode Description: Have you ever wondered about the moral compass guiding the hands that craft the stories we love, or how humor can be a beacon through the fog of the creative process? Prepare to embark on an enchanting odyssey with the inimitably talented Milana Vayntrub.  As an actor/director, her candid tales of navigating marketing...

Email us with any feedback for the show: spark@postion2.com Find more great content like this at: https://www.position2.com/ Episode Description: Get ready to challenge everything you thought you knew about nuclear energy as we're joined by Bret Kugelmass, the mind behind Last Energy. This electrifying episode promises to ignite your curiosity and offer a fresh perspective on the future of su...

Have you ever witnessed a maestro at work, orchestrating innovation with the finesse of a seasoned conductor? Join us as we sit down with Abhi Ingle, a virtuoso of adaptability in the ever-evolving business landscape. From the startup hustle to the executive suites of AT&T, and now the pulse of Qualtrics, Abhi enlightens us on the symphony of maintaining a visionary mindset while embracing the...

Email us with any feedback for the show: spark@postion2.com Find more great content like this at: https://www.position2.com/ Mention us  @Position2Inc  in Comments! SUBSCRIBE TO POSTION2 FOR MORE EPISODES! Episode Description: Prepare to have your mind expanded by David Yakobovitch, a visionary in the realms of data and AI, as he joins me, Rajiv Parikh, to unveil the technological revolutions that...

Unlock the secrets of transforming healthcare with Jay Desai, the visionary CEO of Bamboo Health and Patient Ping co-founder, in our latest conversation. Embark on a narrative that transcends Jay's leap from policymaking to pioneering entrepreneurship. His insights into the Affordable Care Act's ripple effects reveal how legislation can catalyze industry-wide change, while personal anecd...

Unlock the secrets of empathetic growth strategies and become the architect of your business's success story as I, Rajiv Parikh, converse with Tae Hea Nahm from Storm Ventures. Prepare to shift your perspective on customer relationships and discover the power of positioning customers as the champions of their own narratives. Our journey together reveals how the urgency of a customer's pa...

When Joanna Strober speaks about the catalyst for her shift from venture capitalist to founder of Midi Health, you can't help but lean in. Her passion for addressing the neglected healthcare needs of midlife women courses through this episode, where we uncover the nuances of estrogen's impact on everything from anxiety to joint pain. The journey is personal, transformative, and a vivid i...

Prepare to be enlightened as Sumeet Jain, a distinguished venture capitalist, joins me, Rajiv Parikh, to unravel the economic conundrum of a potential recession and inflation's intricate dance with wealth. You'll get a front-row seat to our analysis of the current job market's enigma, where a labor shortage coexists with whispers of economic downturn. As we dissect the rise of inter...

Learn about the process behind how a hyperscaled enterprise software company approaches Growth with Rishi Mallik, SVP of growth and marketing at Workato, as he shares his tech odyssey from pioneering at Quik to driving mobile video at Skype. This episode peels back the layers of enterprise automation and how Rishi's knack for distilling complex tech has supercharged Workato's growth. As...

For this kickoff to 2024 Episode, Sandeep Parikh takes over the hosting duties in a special "Ask My Brother Anything" edition of Spark of Ages.  We tackle the art of goal setting and team dynamics with a personal twist you won't want to miss.  Join us on a journey with Rajiv exploring how his leadership and transformation as a CEO over the years have changed his personal philosophie...

Ever thought about how Artificial Intelligence could transform the world of work and wealth? That's exactly what we're exploring with Jim Kaskade, CEO of Conversica, a trailblazer in the world of AI. With Jim's expert insights, we promise you a journey through the transformative power of AI, its potential to enhance human productivity, and create a new panorama of employment opportu...

Email us with any feedback for the show: spark@postion2.com Find more great content like this at: https://www.position2.com/ Find Anne's DeGheest's artwork at: adegheest.com Get ready to be inspired as we journey into the revolutionary world of HealthTech with our formidable guest, Anne DeGheest.  A powerhouse executive, investor, and mentor, Anne's extraordinary work has led to ove...

Ever been captivated by the thrill of startups? Ever pondered how some companies catapult to success while others crash and burn? Meet Sean Jacobsohn, a partner at Norwest Venture Partners and former enterprise SaaS executive. Sean's an expert in the venture capital space, and he's not afraid of failure. In fact, he’s the curator of a failure museum! Sean’s unique perspective on failure...

Are you ready to shatter the mold of traditional go-to-market strategies? Look no further. AJ Gandhi, Chief Growth Officer from Marlin Equity Partners, is your guide on this exhilarating journey through the landscape of growth marketing. Brace yourself as AJ deconstructs the old ways, advocating for an integrated, holistic approach that breaks down the silos between different departments of a busi...

Prepare to be enthralled as we journey through the fascinating life and impressive career of Jon Miller, a marketing innovator who's left an indelible impression on the marketing tech space. Known for his pioneering strides and insightful writings on marketing automation, John's unique voyage from a physics degree holder to a co-founder of a thriving company is nothing short of inspirati...