AI & Data Driven Leadership

In this episode of AI & Data Driven Leadership, your host Dean Guida speaks with Geoff Livingston, founder of Generative Buzz, about practical AI adoption in marketing and sales. They debunk common AI myths, particularly fears about job displacement, emphasizing AI as a tool to augment rather than replace workers. Key topics include the difference between AI experimentation and true adoption,...

In this episode, your host Dean Guida interviews Dmytro Negoduik, a self-described "Fractional AI Officer," about how mid-market B2B companies can practically implement AI. Dmytro explains his approach to identifying "money leaks" in businesses, such as overdue payments and inefficient processes, and emphasizes the difference between casually using AI tools and fully deploying operational AI syste...

In this episode of AI and Data Driven Leadership, Dean Guida interviews Walter Crosby, CEO of Helix Sales Development, about building effective sales organizations. Walter shares insights on helping founders transition out of direct sales roles, diagnosing root causes of sales problems using data, and tracking key metrics like pipeline health and win rates. He discusses common hiring mistakes, the...

In this episode, host Dean Guida interviews Eric Coffie, Founding Member of GovCon Giants and a federal procurement expert. Eric breaks down the $800 billion government contracting market, explaining how small businesses can strategically pursue contracts rather than blindly chasing bids. He covers key topics including market research phases, bid evaluation, AI-powered intelligence tools, and cont...

In this episode of AI & Data Driven Leadership, your host Dean Guida interviews Seva Ustinov, CEO of Plurio AI. Seva shares his journey from running a marketing agency to building Plurio AI, an AI-driven platform that automates performance marketing for large advertisers. They discuss the challenges of campaign optimization, data integration, and building trust in AI agents. Seva explains how...

In this episode, Dean Guida hosts Panos Siozos, Co-founder and CEO of LearnWorlds, as they discuss Panos’s journey from academia to leading an edtech startup. Panos shares insights on building a remote-first company, the integration of AI in online learning, and balancing scientific rigor with practical usability. He emphasizes AI as a tool to support, not replace, human educators and highlights t...

In this episode, your host Dean Guida interviews Rajeev Butani, Chairman and CEO of MediaMint, about the integration of AI in enterprise operations. Rajeev shares insights from his extensive tech leadership background, emphasizing AI as an operational tool that augments, not replaces, human roles. He discusses MediaMint’s persona-based AI assistants, the importance of human accountability, and the...

In this episode of AI & Data Driven Leadership, your host Dean Guida interviews Ritam Gandhi, founder of Studio Graphene, about the transformative impact of AI on software development, product design, and organizational culture. Ritam shares his journey from investment banking tech to building an AI-native studio, emphasizing the shift from deterministic to probabilistic software. They discuss...

In this episode, your host Dean Guida interviews Craig Harris, founder of Lookatmedia, an AI-powered PR and media company. Craig shares insights from his 35-year communications career and explains how his platform uses a specialized AI language model to create authentic, journalist-tailored press releases and visual content. The discussion covers AI’s role in democratizing PR, the importance of au...

In this episode, your host Dean Guida interviews Vlad Kovacevic, Founder and CEO of Inovatec, about transforming automotive and powersports lending through data-driven automation and AI. Vlad shares how Inovatec uses AI to process both structured and unstructured data, improving efficiency, accuracy, and compliance for lenders. The discussion covers company culture, core values, data governance, a...

In this episode, Dean Guida interviews Rupali Kumbhani, a Global Consultant and Strategic Advisor, about her interdisciplinary journey from physics to technology and business. Rupali shares insights on leading AI and data initiatives, emphasizing the importance of aligning people, priorities, and purpose. She discusses overcoming fear and resistance, fostering innovation through risk-taking, and b...

In this episode, Dean interviews Kaitlyn Albertoli, co-founder and CEO of Buzz Solutions, about using AI and computer vision to help utilities analyze inspection data and improve grid reliability. Kaitlyn shares her journey into energy and sustainability, the challenges of introducing AI to a risk-averse industry, and her experience as a female leader. They discuss grid modernization, wildfire pre...

In this episode, your host Dean Guida interviews Elvin Aghammadzada, an AI Architect at NVIDIA, about his journey in artificial intelligence and the field’s rapid evolution. Elvin shares insights on foundational AI breakthroughs, the importance of data quality, and the challenges of building advanced models. He discusses the future of AI and robotics, the need for human collaboration, and how AI d...

In this episode, Dean Guida interviews Anders Lillevik, Founder and CEO of Focal Point, about the evolution of procurement from a cost-focused, transactional role to a strategic, data-driven discipline. Anders discusses how AI and data analytics are transforming procurement, enabling automation of routine tasks and deeper risk management. He highlights the importance of leadership, trust in AI, an...

In this episode, Dean Guida interviews leadership coach and author Jim Carlough about his 30+ year career in healthcare leadership. Jim shares insights on leading with integrity, building trust, and the importance of emotional intelligence. The conversation explores the evolving role of AI and data analytics in leadership, emphasizing that while AI can enhance decision-making, human judgment remai...

In this episode, your host Dean Guida interviews Bryan Lee, Co-founder and CEO of Ruli AI, about his unique background as both a lawyer and engineer, and his journey through Google and Meta to founding Ruli AI. Bryan discusses how Ruli AI uses AI to help in-house legal teams manage a wide range of legal tasks efficiently, not just contracts. They explore the challenges of legal tech adoption, priv...

In this episode of AI & Data Driven Leadership, your host Dean Guida speaks to Bhavini Kamdar, Founder and CEO of Infinity Business Solutions. Bhavini shares her entrepreneurial journey from finance to building a company that manages remote teams for small businesses. She discusses leadership lessons, the integration of AI and data, and the importance of adaptability. Bhavini highlights how AI...

In this episode, Dean Guida interviews Kevin Carlson, Partner and CEO of TechCXO, about his work as a fractional CTO and CSO helping mid-market companies scale technology and security. Kevin shares insights on building trust as an external leader, the importance of understanding organizational history, and integrating AI into software development. He emphasizes measured AI adoption, the evolving r...

In this episode of AI & Data Driven Leadership, Dean Guida interviews Rajan Sethuraman, CEO of LatentView Analytics. Rajan shares his career journey and insights on building data-driven organizations, emphasizing the need to align analytics with business goals and KPIs. The conversation covers the cultural and leadership factors behind successful analytics adoption, the impact of AI on HR and...

In this episode of AI & Data Driven Leadership, Dean Guida speaks to Michael Abramov, CEO of Keylabs, discusses the evolving landscape of data creation, labeling, and annotation for AI. He explains the importance of diverse, high-quality data, the challenges of keeping up with changing environments, and the balance between automation and human input. Michael shares how Keylabs supports clients...

In this episode, Dean Guida interviews Dan Goodstein, President of IRPA AI, about helping startups and SMEs scale by bridging technology and sales. Dan shares strategies for simplifying complex tech into customer-focused messaging, leveraging AI for automated, multi-channel outreach, and the importance of authenticity in marketing. They discuss challenges in data quality, the evolving role of AI i...

In this episode, Dean Guida interviews Danny Nathan, Founder and CEO of Apollo 21, about innovation, product development, and the evolving impact of AI. Danny shares insights from his 20+ years in tech, discussing the challenges of balancing efficiency with experimentation, the importance of company culture, and the need for ongoing customer engagement. They explore strategies for achieving produc...

In this episode, Dean Guida interviews Andrea Lorio, an Italian-born economist and technology expert with a decade of experience in Brazil and leadership roles at Tinder and L’Oréal. Their discussion explores how AI, neuroscience, and human behavior intersect, emphasizing the importance of human-AI collaboration over replacement. They also highlight the critical role of user experience (UX) and da...

In this episode of AI & Data Driven Leadership, Dean Guida speaks to the CEO, AI and Innovation Advisor at Think Big Leaders, Amir Elion. Amir explains that innovation is a learnable skill, not just for geniuses, and shares Amazon’s “working backwards” approach that starts with customer needs. He discusses practical strategies for effective innovation, the importance of simplicity, and how to...

In this episode of AI & Data Driven Leadership, Dean Guida speaks to the Founder and CEO at Fanfare, Michael Dodsworth. Michael explains how bots and bad actors disrupt ticket sales and product drops, frustrating real fans. Michael shares how Fanfare uses layered security, AI, and scalable technology to identify genuine customers, manage queues, and enhance both online and in-person experience...