Colorado Tech People

The conversation explores the intersection of FinTech and digital coaching in transforming financial wellness. It delves into the definition of financial wellness, the impact of AI tools, user preferences, trust-building, and the evolution of financial wellness technology. The discussion also highlights leadership lessons, recommended books, and the role of the Colorado tech ecosystem in shaping F...

Everyone says AI is transforming drug discovery. James Brewster says that's true—but not for the reasons most people think. In this episode of Colorado Tech People, James, Founder and CEO of Cime Therapeutics, explains how AI is helping scientists automate experiments, accelerate chemistry, and analyze enormous amounts of data. At the same time, he offers a candid perspective on why AI still hasn'...

The conversation explores the intersection of AI and higher education, the inspiration behind Boodle Box, and the changing landscape of education. It delves into equitable access to AI in education, the AI native classroom, and the challenges and opportunities in education technology. The role of AI in education transformation is discussed, along with lessons in building an education technology co...

The conversation explores how AI is transforming HR from administrative overhead into a strategic advantage. It delves into Rival's evolution from early onboarding tools to a fully AI-powered talent suite, the challenges of integrating HR software, and the practical use of AI in HR operations. The discussion also addresses the risks of applying AI in HR, the limitations of AI in understanding peop...

The episode features Adam Zucker, CEO and founder of Cloverleaf AI, discussing the development of AI products for unique markets, particularly government contracts. The conversation delves into the challenges and opportunities of building products for markets where the traditional playbook doesn't apply. Adam shares insights on understanding the government market, leveraging AI tooling for develop...

The conversation covers the evolution of customer experience, the impact of AI, and the proactive management of customer experience. It also delves into the challenges of prioritizing features, turning customer feedback into insights, and balancing automation with the human touch. The future of experience management and the role of AI are explored, along with insights on customer-centricity and bu...

The conversation with Marvin Lim, co-founder and CEO of The Kitchen Table, explores the challenges of building a marketplace for dining experiences, the impact of technology on the dining industry, and the experience of entrepreneurship in Colorado. Marvin shares insights on marketplace challenges, seasonal ups and downs, niche focus, leveraging AI, and the impact of private dining moments. He als...

The conversation with Kathy Long, the founder of Nixit, covered the inspiration behind Nixit, the role of responsible AI in sensitive contexts, and the future of inclusive technology. It also delved into the ethical considerations in AI for neurodiverse populations, the user journey, and the lessons learned from building Nixit. Kathy shared insights on team building, architecture, and the unique s...

Takeaways AI is changing the landscape of software development The role of experts is evolving in the AI era Chapters 00:00 The Birth of Wisary 05:31 Wisary's Role in Product Development 14:29 Building Startups in Colorado 25:54 Lessons Learned and Pivots Made 32:08 Vision for Wisary and Future Plans

AMP, a company using AI-powered robotics to modernize recycling infrastructure, is transforming the waste and recycling industry by automating the sorting process and building fundamentally more efficient recycling facilities. Their technology impacts everyday lives by making recycling easier and more effective, with the goal of simplifying the recycling process for consumers. Takeaways AI-powered...

Quantum computing has been “10 years away”… for decades. So what’s actually changed? In this episode of Colorado Tech People , we sit down with Justin Ging, Chief Product Officer at Atom Computing, to unpack why this moment in quantum feels different—and why Colorado is at the center of it. We go beyond the hype to break down what’s real today, what’s still uncertain, and what needs to happen for...

What does it actually take to scale a product team from startup to IPO? In this episode of Colorado Tech People, we sit down with Scott Williamson—former Chief Product Officer at GitLab and VP Product at SendGrid—to break down the real challenges of product management, startup scaling, and building high-performing product teams. From early-stage product-market fit to scaling organizations through...