AIBiZ

On AIBiz, host Sayan sits down with Don Stoddard—Founder of Blueprint Product, former product leader at Monster.com, and a certified AI Product Manager—to cut through the hype and get practical about conversational AI. We unpack how teams can use AI to widen product discovery, where hallucinations and “agreeable AI” can distort decisions, and what it really takes to embed AI into workflows without...

On this AIBiz episode, we cut through the hype and get surgical about scale. Albert Butler, CPA—auditor, author, and mentor—breaks down why accounting isn’t “back office”; it’s the operating system. We cover the three ways leaders actually run companies (cash flow, P&L, balance sheet), how clean financials unlock capital, and why founders must build discipline before growth. If you want consis...

On AIBiz, we unpack tactical mistake-prevention for founders and SMBs. William Holsten. Business Mistake Prevention Specialist and author of “Uh-Oh! How to Avoid Unintentional Blunders That Derail Entrepreneurial Success”. lays out a practical operating system to de-risk decisions. validate assumptions. and keep cash flow and execution aligned. From MVP validation to checklists and post-mortems. w...

On AIBiz, host Sayan digs into privacy-first AI with Sebastien Fenelon, founder of InthraOS and Eclos.io. We unpack why processing data on-device changes the game for security, latency and cost. We get real about prompt injection risks, PII leakage, GPU and electricity constraints, and how to architect edge systems that actually scale. We also track Sebastien’s journey from Haiti to New York. He s...

AI is no longer just a tool. It is a thinking partner. In this AIBiz episode. host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Damien Schreurs. Explainer-in-Chief at EasyTech and host of the MacPrana podcast. to unpack how founders can spin up a practical AI C-Suite. Think co-CEO. co-CMO. and co-CFO that plug into your day-to-day via ChatGPT projects. custom GPTs. and Gemini inside Google Workspace. We cover...

On this AIBiz episode, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with writer–PR veteran–comedian–brand strategist Hersh Rephun to break down how to use AI without losing your voice. We cover his framework for building a Brand Voice Guide, why “sell the truth” beats spin, how to disclose AI use ethically, and the mindset shift from outsourcing copy to owning your language. If you’re a founder, creator, or ma...

On AIBiz, host Sayan talks with Olga Topchaya, Founder & CEO of Lapis Consults, about practical AI for Architecture, Engineering & Construction (AEC). No hype—just what delivers results for mid-size and enterprise teams: knowledge management, QA/QC, reporting automation, and adoption strategies that reduce operational drag. Olga explains why AEC’s inefficiency problem is a people-and-proce...

In this AIBiz episode, host Avik breaks down how leadership must evolve when AI is everywhere—from hiring to strategy. Executive coach Maren Perry (Founder & CEO, Arden Coaching) explains why command-and-control is obsolete, why servant leadership needs an upgrade, and how leaders can structure orgs that include both human and AI “employees.” We cover decision-making with algorithms at the tab...

On this episode of AIBiz, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with financial strategist and author Jeff Kikel to unpack a direct, practical path to financial independence—what Jeff calls Freedom Day. You’ll learn how to calculate your real monthly need, build recurring side-income, and use AI to accelerate everything from budgeting to marketing and portfolio rebalancing. Jeff walks through a concrete...

On this AIBiz episode, host Avik Chakraborty and serial entrepreneur/EOS Implementer Rani Dabrai cut through the hype: AI can draft copy and crunch data, but it cannot read a room, repair trust, or lead through tension. Rani explains why emotional intelligence (EQ) is the ultimate competitive advantage in an AI-driven workplace—especially for remote teams—sharing real session-room examples where o...

On AIBiz, host Sayan interviews Daria Rudnik—team architect, executive coach, and author of Clicking—about the skills modern teams and leaders need to thrive with AI. We cover how to pair curiosity, collaborative intelligence, and emotional intelligence with automation; why “people management” is a myth and process management is the real leverage; how to prevent over-reliance on AI that kills enga...

On AIBiz, host Sayan Bhattacharjee digs into the hardest part of AI—people. Consultant Cesar Viana Teague breaks down his APEE change framework to turn pilots into measurable wins without “big-bang” chaos. We cover stakeholder interviews, readiness scoring, champion networks, pilot-first rollouts, and how to keep momentum through clear metrics and over-communication. If you’re rolling out AI, ERP,...

On this AI Biz episode, host Avik Chakraborty talks with Martin Lucas—behavioral scientist, inventor, and creator of deterministic AI—about why most “AI” is still probabilistic text selection, and how decision physics plus decision science can deliver intelligence that thinks with human context. Martin breaks down the 36,000 daily decisions we make, why emotional patterns (not discounts) drive bra...

On this AIBiz episode hosted by Avik Chakraborty, we get practical about building AI-augmented teams without losing the human core. Carlee Wolfe—people/operations strategist with deep experience in culture transformation across global brands and Olympic programs—maps a direct path for managers: start small, make experiments visible, and pair care with standards. We cover what’s real vs. hype, zero...

On AIBiz, host Sayan digs into human-centered growth with growth coach and advisor Jocelyn Nowak. We explore how reflective AI (Mirror360) and a decentralized, democratically moderated speech platform (Integrily.1) can build honest teams, transparent cultures, and resilient companies. Jocelyn lays out practical ways founders can turn feedback into momentum, use mindfulness and Reiki to manage ener...

On AIBiz, host Avik Chakraborty speaks with CTO/CISO and executive coach Kevin Carlson about the inflection point where technical excellence isn’t enough. They cover the leadership skills senior engineers need to step into VP/CXO roles, how to communicate with clarity, and why lightweight governance accelerates—not blocks—innovation. Kevin breaks down a pragmatic AI adoption stack (commercial tool...

In this episode of AIBiz, Avik Chakraborty sits down with visionary entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, and global fashion icon Tata Rarin to explore the art of authentic communication and leadership. Tata shares insights from over 15 years of building successful companies and leading conscious business ventures. From attracting top talent to cultivating a company culture that inspires excellence, this co...

AI isn’t a buzzword—it’s a lever for measurable growth. In this AI Biz episode, Profit Strategist Marcia Riner breaks down how founders can turn AI into a practical “second brain” that mines hidden revenue, tightens costs, strengthens follow-up, and makes a business more attractive to buyers. We cover data-driven personalization, automation that preserves the human touch, and “sale-ready” systems...

On this AIBiz episode, host Avik digs into leadership mastery with Patrick Francey—CEO, investor educator, and host of The Everyday Millionaire. Patrick breaks down why “high performance is a result of low tolerances,” how to co-create culture with your team (not command it), and the difference between perfectionism and disciplined experimentation. We cover courageous conversations, standards vs....

On AIBiz, host Avik sits down with transformation architect Robert White to cut through AI hype and talk about the real levers of growth: awareness, responsibility, and communication (ARC). Robert explains why experiential learning still outperforms quick fixes, how cultural nuance (guilt vs. shame) changes leadership outcomes, and why leaders must make a conscious call on what to learn themselves...

In this thought-provoking episode of AIBiz, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Joe Lalley—innovation leader, speaker, and author of the upcoming book Questions to Learn: How Curiosity Can Transform Your Career, Team, and Organization. Together, they explore how curiosity, critical thinking, and AI can coexist to spark human potential. Joe, who has led transformative initiatives at Meta, PwC, Pfi...

In this thought-provoking episode of AIBiz, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Mike Kratzer, CEO of CityTwig and a trailblazer in AI-driven fintech and insurtech innovation. Together, they explore how AI chatbots, behavioral data, and machine learning are transforming the insurance and financial sectors—industries long seen as slow to adapt. From redefining customer engagement to enhancing opera...

On this AIBiz episode, host Avik digs into practical, no-fluff strategies CEOs can use to build digital authority that actually moves the business forward. Guest Adrian Newman (CEO, Numero Uno Web Solutions, Greater Toronto Area) breaks down how AI is reshaping SEO from “rankings” to “answers,” why consistency beats sporadic hype, and how leaders can show up online without sounding robotic. You’ll...

On AIBiz, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Dr. Angela “The Arsonist” Mulrooney to tackle a question many experts avoid: in the age of AI, is your expertise still relevant? Angela lays out a direct path from replicable skills to an irreplaceable identity—one that AI can’t copy. You’ll hear how to engineer “controlled burns” in your career, filter AI’s volume into decisive action, and define a n...

On this AIBiz episode, host Avik digs into a tough question: what does it take to design AI—and the API architectures behind it—that serve people with honesty, transparency, and accountability? Guest Rose G. Loops, a writer and researcher working at the frontier of AI and human experience, shares lessons from an unauthorized AI experiment that exposed both manipulative design patterns and the prom...