Builders by Proxify

In this episode of Builders, Lee Haynes talks with Lele Cao, Senior Principal AI/ML Researcher at Activision Blizzard King (King at Microsoft), about the evolving role of AI and machine learning in game development. They explore applied AI research, hiring for AI roles, ethical considerations, and the importance of curiosity and persistence in tech careers. Whether you're into software develop...

In this episode of the Builders Podcast, Lee Haynes sits down with Anita Owens, Analytics Engineer at Instabee, to explore her unique journey into data analytics—from a non-traditional background to leading data initiatives in logistics. Anita shares key lessons on career development, building high-performing analytics teams, and navigating industry-specific data challenges. Chapters: (00:00) Intr...

In this episode of  Builders , Eva van der Brugge, CEO of Pandria, shares her journey from a background in psychology to leading a cutting-edge startup revolutionizing performance management with AI. A must-listen for anyone interested in the future of HR, leadership, and workplace tech. Chapters: (00:00) Introduction to Pandrea and Eva’s Journey (03:02) The Evolution of Performance Management (06...

In this episode of Builders, Lee Haynes sits down with Jonas Martinsson, CTO of Stravito, to explore how AI is transforming enterprise knowledge management. Jonas shares his unconventional career path, the mission behind Stravito, and how their platform helps global enterprises like Heineken turn research into actionable insights that inform business decisions. Chapters: (00:00) Introduction to St...

In this episode of Builders, Lee Haynes talks with Joris van de Donk, Senior Solutions Architect at AWS, about the intersection of creativity and software development. Joris shares his journey into programming, the importance of documentation, and how developers can push the boundaries of programming languages. Timestamps: (00:00) Early Beginnings in Programming (08:29) Key Development Practices (...

In this episode of Builders, Lee Haynes speaks with Rebecka Storm, Co-founder and CPO at Twirl, about her journey from studying physics to leading data teams in iZettle and Tink, and building better tools for data professionals. She also discusses how AI is shaping creativity and productivity in tech, her initiatives to empower women in data science, and career advice for aspiring data professiona...

Nima Salami, CEO & Co-founder of OASYS NOW, shares how his health tech startup is transforming patient data privacy, AI-driven clinical trial matching, and personalized medicine. Discover the role of genomic data, collaborations with major tech firms, and the mission to empower patients in the evolving healthcare landscape. Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction to OASYS NOW and Nima Salami (05:30)...

Jakub Korczyc, Director of Spacecraft Engineering at ICEYE, reveals how synthetic aperture radar satellites revolutionize disaster response, national security, and data transformation. From real-time monitoring to embedded software innovations, discover the future of Earth observation, the challenges of global hiring, and insights for aspiring engineers. Tune in for an inside look at building a cu...

In this episode of Builders , Lee Haynes chats with Daron Yöndem, Tech Lead for Application Innovation at Microsoft, about leadership, coaching, and the future of AI in Azure, exploring topics like edge computing, cloud innovation, and the accountability of AI. Learn about the skills that will shape the future, strategies for team integration, and the importance of inclusivity, authenticity, and h...

In this episode of The Builders Podcast, Lee Haynes is joined by Annie Lööf, former Swedish Minister of Enterprise, in a discussion spanning her leadership journey, the challenges of life in politics since a young age, and her dedication to supporting small businesses and fostering innovation. Tune in for a thoughtful conversation on driving societal change, managing crises, and the future of purp...

Join Timo Kunz in a conversation about generative AI in music and creative arts and his journey from a background in data and optimization to the inception of AudioStack. Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction to Timo Kunz and Audio Stack (03:02) The Inception of Audio Stack and the Vision for Scalable Audio Production (11:51) Funding and Strategic Partnerships for Product Development (13:43) Advancemen...

Boban Lubinoski, a product manager at Klarna, shares his journey to becoming a product manager and discusses current trends in the field. He highlights the importance of mentorship in his career development and the differences between working in American and European companies. Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction and Background (01:43) Journey to Becoming a Product Manager (06:00) Transition to Produ...

Malte Niepel, CEO and Co-founder of RECOVA discusses using AI-powered recovery pages to boost eCommerce results with personalized product recommendations. Learn about their innovative approach, simple onboarding, and the future of AI in eCommerce. Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction to Malte Nippel and Recover AI (03:14) Background and Inspiration behind Recover AI (07:52) Differentiation and Competi...

Angela Ferrante, CEO and founder of Laudable, discusses how her company is transforming traditional static PDF case studies into dynamic customer success stories. Timestamp (00:00) Introduction to Laudable and Customer Success Stories (05:12) The Inspiration Behind Laudable (07:26) Using AI and Call Recordings to Identify Happy Customers (09:19) Assessing the Impact of Customer Testimonials (19:22...

Christian Kaunissaar, Fibbl's CTO, discusses their innovative work in revolutionizing the way brands and online retailers create immersive experiences through photorealistic 3D models for augmented reality. Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction to Fibbl and Augmented Reality (03:17) Building Fibbl: Challenges and Milestones (24:51) Ensuring Compatibility and Scaling Challenges (28:23) Fibbl's Su...

Tiago Sotomayor, the Chief Technology Officer of Vaibe, discusses the innovative work his team is doing to enhance employee engagement through gamification. Timestamps: (00:00) The Impact of Vaibe's Employee Engagement Approach (05:13) Leadership and Career Development Insights (27:07) SaaS Platform Implementation and Value Demonstration (28:42) Implementing Gamification in Various Industries...

Join Manouk Draisma and host Lee Haynes on a conversation delving into the the risks of AI and how to solve and mitigate them. New episodes every Wednesday. Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction and Background (03:28)Journey in the B2B Software and Fintech Industry (08:32) Impact of Remote Work on Team Dynamics (13:37) Founding Langwatch (19:47) Addressing AI Issues with Langwatch (23:30) Preventing AI...

Gorjan Jovanovski, Co-founder and CEO of EarthCare.ai, local politician, and climate activist, discusses sustainability and climate intelligence, data-driven policy-making, and the challenges of tackling multiple responsible roles. Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (02:58) About EarthCare.ai (26:25) Developing Predictive Models for Risk Mitigation (31:37) The Role of City Councillor and Challenges...

In this episode of Builders, Job Rietbergen from Alphadoc discusses the importance of good developer onboarding and documentation, the benefits of AI and sales, how to use creativity in your everyday job, and much more. Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (06:11) Founding Alphadoc and the Problem it Solves (10:15) Alphadoc's Target Customers and Use Cases (13:17) Tailoring Onboarding to Different...

In this episode of Builders, our very own Anton Jarnheimer shares his unique journey of switching careers from medical doctor to CPO of Proxify, the complex nuances of prioritizing and decision-making in product, his dislike for documentation, future of remote work and AI, and more. Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (02:07) Transition from Medicine to Tech (11:42) Work Horror Story (20:16) Unusual...

In the fifth episode of Builders, Tarek Khalil of Rasayel joins us to discuss decision-making when building your own company and pivoting, the future of eCommerce on WhatsApp, his company's recent successes, and other tech topics. New episodes every Wednesday. Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (01:40) Tarek's Career Journey (06:10) Experience at Intercom (07:55) Founding Octopods and Evolut...

In this episode of the Builders podcast, host Lee Haynes sits down with Jonatan Dykert, a Co-founder and Product Manager at Ripe, to delve into the future of AI and personalization.  New episodes every Wednesday. Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (01:19) Jonatan's Journey and Background (06:14) Ripe's Current Projects (08:48) Product-Led vs Sales-Led Approach (13:13) Setbacks and Successes...

On this week's Builders, we're thrilled to welcome Sohrab Hosseini, Co-founder of Orq,ai, who shared with us his trials and tribulations of founding a company in his 20s, persevering in a tough time for his financial wellbeing and founding his latest company that helped him see the positives after all the difficulties. Now, Sohrab has a successful business in Orq.ai, a collaboration platfo...

In the latest episode of Builders, Lee Haynes is joined by Damien Peters, Professor or Product Manager, Managing Partner at WP Capital Partners, and ex-Meta and Zynga employee. In an insightful and honest conversation, Damien shares his thoughts on the evolving role of Product Managers in the era of AI, balancing life and work, how teaching helps him be better in his job, and how his real-life exp...

In the first-ever episode of Builders, we're talking to Fredrik Stockman, CEO and Co-founder of Version Lens. Fredrik and his company are building solutions for Product Managers, born out of a desire to tackle one of the most persistent challenges faced by product teams: the dreaded overhead. Join our host Lee Haynes in a conversation tacking the future of AI in Product Management, tips and tr...