GSD Venture Studios Podcasts by Gary Fowler

Join Oliver Belin, Founder and CEO of Calculum Inc., for a masterclass in the financial "connective tissue" of global business: Working Capital. With over 20 years of experience and two definitive books on Supply Chain Finance, Oliver is a world-renowned authority on how companies can thrive by optimizing their cash conversion cycles. In this episode, we explore why working capital management has...

Join Anthony Sardain, CEO and Founder of Cavela, for a conversation on the next revolution in global trade: the automation of physical product sourcing. Born into a family of trade in Southeast Asia, Anthony has spent nearly a decade at the intersection of AI and logistics. In this episode, we explore how Cavela is using AI to handle the heavy lifting of finding, vetting, and managing global suppl...

Join Fredrik Mattsson, CEO of Inamo, for a deep dive into one of the most common—and costly—mistakes in software development: building too much. With over a decade of experience in enterprise SaaS and digital transformation, Fredrik has seen firsthand how "feature bloat" slows down engineering teams and confuses users. In this episode, we explore how modern product teams are shifting away from "bu...

Join Sean Macfarlane, Founder and CEO of Biomarx, for a raw look at the transition from academic research to high-stakes biotech entrepreneurship. A molecular and cellular biologist with a background in infectious diseases and automated platforms, Sean pivoted to tackle one of the most pressing challenges in medicine: lung cancer. In this episode, we explore the "why" and "how" of launching a star...

Join Tremaine Grant, CEO of Pulse Intelligence Labs and Principal Engineer in Clinical Research, for a fascinating breakdown of the "Science of Strength." Using the global anime phenomenon Solo Leveling as a blueprint, Tremaine reveals how the show’s leveling mechanics almost perfectly mirror the way the human body adapts to physical stress. In this episode, we move beyond the myth of "motivation"...

Join Michael Newton, CEO of Qorium, for a visionary conversation on the power of synthetic biology to reshape our material world. With a track record of scaling products to over $1 billion in annual turnover at Nike, Michael is now leading the charge in cellular agriculture. In this episode, we explore the immense promise of synthetic biology, why Qorium’s unique approach to lab-grown leather is a...

Join Ankit Alok Bagaria, Co-Founder and CEO of Loopworm, for a deep dive into the future of industrial biotechnology. As a pioneer in the Indian deep-tech scene, Ankit is leveraging the natural biological efficiency of silkworms to create a massive biomanufacturing platform. In this episode, we explore why insects are the key to a protein-deficient world and how Loopworm is looking beyond the plat...

Join Dominique Surinx, CEO and President of Ansana, for a high-level discussion on the digital transformation of the healthcare industry. With 20 years of experience in the corporate pharmaceutical world and a decade as a successful entrepreneur, Dominique brings a rare perspective to the table. In this episode, we explore how AI is moving from a back-office tool to a frontline catalyst for innova...

Join Iako Jikia, Co-Founder and CEO of Helio AI, for a high-energy conversation on the intersection of peak performance and technology. A former professional tennis player who transitioned into the startup world after a career-ending injury, Iako brings a unique level of discipline and resilience to the AI recruiting landscape. In this episode, we explore how Helio AI is automating global hiring p...

Join Robert LoCascio, Founder of KID Company and former CEO of LivePerson, for a vital discussion on the intersection of artificial intelligence and child safety. As a pioneer who took LivePerson public and led the conversational AI revolution for three decades, Robert is now focusing his expertise on the most important users of all: children. In this episode, we explore how KID Company is creatin...

Join Johan Torssell, CEO and Co-founder of Spiich Labs, for a critical look at the broken state of modern sales. Despite the tech boom, sales reps still spend 70% of their time on admin rather than selling. In this episode, we explore how Spiich Labs is using AI to eliminate non-selling activities, allowing reps to return to their ultimate competitive advantage: building human relationships. With...

Join Jack Rusk, CEO and Co-Founder of C.Scale, for a deep dive into why the climate conversation in building design and construction is more active today than ever before. As the industry shifts toward decarbonization, the challenge isn't just "wanting" to go green—it's about the data required to get low-carbon materials procured. Jack explores how C.Scale is bridging the gap between supply and de...

Join Prashanth Swaminathan, Co-Founder and CEO of Zynk, for a deep dive into the hidden plumbing of global commerce. After a decade at Morgan Stanley managing billions in structured loans, Prashanth is now tackling one of the most persistent bottlenecks in finance: the inefficiency of correspondent banking. In this episode, we explore how Zynk is building an embedded transaction-level infrastructu...

Join Patrick Murphy, Co-Founder and CEO of Maket, for a high-stakes conversation on the future of the technology industry. With over one million users on his generative architecture platform, Patrick has a front-row seat to the radical shifts in how software is built and consumed. In this episode, we explore Patrick’s bold thesis on the "death of SaaS," where AI is heading in the next 24 months, a...

Join Nipun Sharma, Co-Founder and CEO of Appetronix, for an exploration into the next frontier of hospitality: the fully autonomous restaurant. With over 17 years of leadership across global restaurant brands and a background in Wall Street investment banking, Nipun is uniquely positioned to bridge the gap between traditional food service and high-tech automation. In this episode, we discuss how A...

Join Muzaffar Manghi, Co-founder and Global Commercial Lead of Farmdar, for a compelling look at why the AI revolution seems to be happening everywhere except in the fields. With a unique background spanning two decades in global marketing leadership and a deep personal history in farming, Muzaffar is on a mission to bring "Space-Tech" to the soil. In this episode, we explore how AI is actually be...

Join Deniz Soylular, Co-founder and CPO of Mindra, for a forward-looking discussion on the next major evolution in technology: Agentic AI. As a pioneer in AI infrastructure, Deniz is building the multi-agent systems that allow AI to move from simple chatbots to autonomous workers. In this episode, we explore what the agentic ecosystem will look like over the next year, how established companies mu...

Join Joash Lee, Founder and CEO of Sedifly, for an insightful discussion on the rapid evolution of the educational consulting industry. As a seasoned founder and venture capitalist, Joash has a unique vantage point on how AI is not just automating tasks, but fundamentally changing how students learn and how institutions deliver value. In this episode, we explore the shift from static educational m...

Join Jens Visser, Founder and CEO of Partnify, as he explores the "hidden goldmine" within every business: existing partnerships. Drawing from his deep background in consulting and digital transformation, Jens breaks down why most B2B collaborations fail due to "analogue" communication and fragmented tools. In this episode, Jens reveals how to use technology to move beyond transactional relationsh...

Join Jonathan Aberman, CEO and Co-Founder of Hupside, for a provocative conversation on why the majority of AI adoptions fail. While AI is a powerhouse for efficiency, it lacks the ability to be truly original—a trait Jonathan defines as Original Intelligence. In this episode, we explore how Hupside is measuring and quantifying human originality to help businesses create real value and differentia...

Join Gonçalo Gil, CEO and Co-founder of ROOTKey, for an inside look at the high-stakes world of cybersecurity. As a former world-ranked ethical hacker, Gonçalo has transitioned from the offensive frontlines to building the next generation of cyber resilience. In this episode, we explore how AI has leveled up the capabilities of cybercriminals—allowing them to automate attacks with unprecedented sp...

Join Dr. Annette Kleiser, CEO of Dalan Animal Health, for a conversation on a feat once thought biologically impossible: vaccinating insects and invertebrates. With over 25 years of biotech leadership, Dr. Kleiser is the visionary behind the world’s first USDA-approved vaccine for honeybees. In this episode, we explore how Dalan’s proprietary platform unlocks the power of innate immunity to protec...

Join Maariyaah Afzal, Founder and CEO of Silas Insurtech, for a fascinating look at the intersection of deep domain expertise and cutting-edge technology. Maariyaah spent years in the trenches at AIG and Lloyd's of London, experiencing firsthand the frustration of spending more time fighting emails and PDFs than analyzing risk. In this episode, she shares her journey of pivoting from underwriting...

Join Boaz Valkin, Co-Founder and CEO of Falkin, for a raw and essential conversation on the dark side of AI. After his own mother lost her life savings to a sophisticated scam, Boaz left the high-growth world of fintech to build Falkin—a startup dedicated to stopping scams before the money ever moves. In this episode, Boaz breaks down why AI has shifted the "battlefield" from payment security to p...

Join Adam Good, Founder and CEO of Auric Essentials, for a deep dive into the next frontier of health-tech and environmental design. While our modern spaces are "smart," they are often emotionally hollow. Adam explains how he is bridging the gap between digital transformation and human biology by turning scent our most powerful but neglected sense into a programmable, data-driven layer of ambient...