AIBiZ

On this AIBiz episode, we cut through hype to examine how technology, capitalism, and consciousness can align for real-world outcomes. Private equity operator and “spiritual entrepreneur” Louis Kim explains why entrepreneurship is a service path, how AI can elevate human-centered systems (with a healthcare example), and why long-term incentives beat short-term ROI games. We unpack practical practi...

On this AIBiz episode, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller—TEDx speaker, EQ coach, and author of The Empathetic Leader—to cut through the hype and get specific about empathy in the age of AI. We unpack what empathy actually is (and isn’t), why “AI empathy” is mimicry not understanding, and how leaders can operationalize perspective-taking to drive productivity, inn...

In this insightful episode of AIBiz, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Wes Towers, founder of Uplift 360, to explore how entrepreneurs and business owners can use AI without losing authenticity. Wes shares his 20+ years of experience in digital marketing and web design, breaking down what it really means to thrive in today’s AI-driven business world. From business valuations to human touchpoint...

On this episode of AIBiz, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Michael Caprio, veteran forex trader, host of The Curious Podcast, and co-founder of iInvest, a groundbreaking fintech venture building the first AI-powered operating system for the trading industry. From guiding 27,000+ traders to now revolutionizing trading infrastructure, Michael shares hard truths about the realities of trading, th...

On this episode of AIBiz, host Avik Chakraborty is joined by Michael Elliott—Google Ads expert, top 1% global freelancer on Upwork, YouTube host of Michael Elliott AI, and owner of three 7-figure businesses. Together they dive into the game-changing concept of AI adoption for “speed to lead” and why underdogs—small, nimble businesses—are often the unexpected winners in today’s AI-driven marketplac...

AI is changing how people find and trust information. In this AI Biz episode, Michael Buckbee breaks down what AI-driven search (ChatGPT, Perplexity, Google’s AI Overviews/AI Mode) means for entrepreneurs, marketers, and small businesses—right now. We cover traffic “evaporation,” how brand perception is formed inside AI systems, why many sites unknowingly block AI indexers, and the practical steps...

On this AIBiz Podcast episode, host Sana presses into the hard tradeoffs behind growth: when to scale, when to sell, and how to future-proof without burning out your team. Guest Vince Perri lays out a blunt, system-first approach to automation and exit strategy—arguing that AI should handle the repetitive 90% so humans can focus on judgment, creativity, and deals. We cover adoption hurdles inside...

On this AIBiz episode, we cut through AI hype and tackle the real risks leaders face when they outsource judgment to machines. Trial lawyer, author, and speaker Steve Gallegos, Esq. explains how AI can amplify your work—or crater your credibility—depending on how you use it. We unpack legal and ethical landmines (fabricated citations, plagiarism, undisclosed AI authorship), practical integrity rul...

On this AIBIZ episode, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Roberto Martinez—Google’s Digital Coach for California and a hands-on strategist who has delivered 500+ workshops for entrepreneurs—to separate AI hype from what actually moves the needle. We break down the biggest misconceptions founders have about AI, how to frame real problem/opportunity statements, and where AI truly pays off: lowerin...

On this AIBiz episode, host Avik dives into predictable growth for event companies with Dan Charles, founder of Codarity. Dan unpacks why “word-of-mouth only” keeps event brands stuck in feast-or-famine, how his Evergreen Event Profit System creates year-round lead generation, and where AI + automation deliver real ROI—think 24/7 attendee support, CRM hygiene, and personalized agendas that increas...

On AIBiz, host Avik cuts through the hype to ask a hard question: how do you actually stand out when the market is noisy and trust is low? Top 0.5% Dallas–Fort Worth realtor Kirstine Openshaw lays out direct, proven tactics: lead with honesty, diagnose real buyer/seller motivation, and design marketing that earns attention without empty flash. This conversation is a field guide for real estate pro...

On AIBiz, host Avik digs into the real-world use of AI inside large, aging codebases—and why onboarding developers is getting harder, not easier. Guest Francesco Hayes explains where AI genuinely helps (documentation, test scaffolding, diff review, pattern discovery) and where it regularly fails (context-window blind spots, cascade regressions, over-reliance during onboarding). We cover risk in hi...

What does it take to lead when AI is no longer just a tool but part of the team? In this AI Biz Podcast episode, we dig into outcome-driven leadership, trust, and practical adoption with executive advisor and investor Rob Matzkin. We cut through hype to focus on what founders and small business leaders can do now: shift from time management to measurable outcomes, upskill teams with AI, and keep t...

On AIBiz, host Avik Chakraborty talks with Grant Fuellenbach (Founder, GoFirst Consulting) about using AI-driven diagnostics, SOPs, and a true operational backbone to fix feast-or-famine pipelines, reduce owner burnout, and make construction businesses repeatable, profitable, and sellable. We cut through AI hype to the practical: standardizing workflows, mapping risk, and installing scalable syste...

In this episode of AIBiz, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with business strategist and author Eric B. Horn to uncover why passion without systems leads to burnout—and how smart processes create sustainable success. Eric shares his journey of shifting from hustle culture to building repeatable systems that allow businesses to grow without draining their owners. From profit leaks to the power of ser...

Can automation scale growth without stripping away trust? In this AIBiz Podcast episode, host Sana digs into the real trade-offs between speed and empathy with entrepreneur and strategist Adam Nager (Orlando, Florida). We unpack when to lean on AI for process, where to insist on human judgment, and how to avoid copy-paste brand sameness. Adam shares practical thresholds for AI use, why review laye...

AI isn’t just a disruptor—it’s becoming a trusted partner in industries that thrive on trust, connection, and precision. In this episode of AIBiz Podcast, host Sana speaks with Vivek Eranki, CEO of Cosmetique, Australia’s first accredited cosmetic clinic and one of the country’s fastest-growing aesthetic brands. Together, they explore how AI is reshaping retail, cosmetics, and franchising—streamli...

In this insightful episode of AIBiz, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Yuval Keshtcher, founder of the UX Writing Hub, to explore the intersection of UX education, design thinking, and artificial intelligence. Together, they unpack how AI is changing not just how we build products, but how we teach, write, and communicate in the digital age. Yuval shares how the foundational principles of user...

On AIBiz, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Justin Kuyper, Co-founder & CEO of OpenVest, to unpack how AI helps early-stage fintechs move faster without cutting corners. We get concrete on using AI as a horizontal enabling layer across compliance (SEC/FINRA/SEBI research, fact-checking, reducing legal overhead), growth (precision customer acquisition and retention), and product (actively ma...

On this AIBiz episode, host Avik Chakraborty speaks with Sam Blake, founder of AIPro University, about practical, immediate ways AI can generate income. From automating customer support to launching lean products and packaging expertise into courses, Sam explains how solo operators and small teams can scale outputs without bloated costs. We also dig into the real concern about job displacement, wh...

On AI Biz, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Amir Elion—innovation and transformation leader (ex-AWS Digital Innovation, Nordics) and founder of ThinkPeak Leaders—to cut through the AI hype. They map where the real business value is today: operational productivity, AI-enhanced products & customer experiences, and entirely new value networks & business models. Amir explains how Amazon’s...

In this episode of AIBiz with Avik Chakraborty, sales strategist and coach Justine Beauregard challenges the hype around AI and reveals why the real power of artificial intelligence is not about shortcuts—it’s about refinement. Together, Avik and Justine unpack how entrepreneurs are misusing AI, why relying on it as a “magic wand” dilutes authenticity, and how business leaders can use it strategic...

In this episode of AIBiz, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Dominic Levesque, CEO and co-founder of Nexwav, author of Avoiding Avalanches, and a leader who bridges AI, HR transformation, and the human side of business. Dominic draws parallels between snowboarding adventures and navigating organizational change, showing how resilience, preparation, and adaptability can mean the difference betwee...

In this episode of AIBiz, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with serial entrepreneur Colin Hirdman to explore why custom GPTs are the next frontier for digital entrepreneurship. Colin shares how his latest venture, Wrapt (wrappt.ai), allows anyone to transform their GPT into a fully branded, ownable app in minutes—no code, no engineering team, and no barriers. They dive into why the future of AI bel...

In this episode of AIBiz, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Yaakov Sash, founder of Casso.ai and former head of Digital Asset Markets Tech at Credit Suisse. With a background building high-stakes systems at Merrill Lynch, JPMorgan Chase, and Deutsche Bank, Yaakov brings a unique perspective on how AI is transforming software development. This conversation cuts through the hype around AI coding...