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Silicon Valley Tech And AI With Gary Fowler

Silicon Valley Tech And AI With Gary Fowler

By GSD Venture Studios

Gary Fowler, President, CEO and Founder, GSD Venture Studios
www.linkedin.com/in/fowlerinternational/

Gary is an award-winning serial entrepreneur and investor with 17 companies, two Unicorns and a successful IPO. Gary was on the original management team of ClickSoftware that was sold to SalesForce for 1.35 billion, and was the co-founder at the award-winning AI company, Yva.ai that was acquired by Visier. He has over 30 years of experience and is the CEO, President and Founder of GSD Venture Studios, a Silicon Valley-based Family Office, Venture Studio, and Hyper-Accelerator with 1
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Gary Fowler and Kumar Ujjwal: From Idea To Exit
Mar 21, 202428:44
Gary Fowler and Kathleen Egan: Building the Future: ecomedes & Sustainable Solutions
Mar 13, 202427:45
Gary Fowler and Rick Rasmussen: Startups Going Global

Gary Fowler and Rick Rasmussen: Startups Going Global

Catch the recording of our live podcast episode on "Startups Going Global" with special guest Rick Rasmussen, Industry Fellow at the University of California! Dive into insights from his Silicon Valley background, five IPOs, and invaluable experience mentoring over 1500 companies! Don't miss out on expert advice for navigating global entrepreneurship. Watch now to gain invaluable knowledge!

Mar 13, 202431:08
Gary Fowler and Jim Hurd: 21 Years of Transforming Tech Startups

Gary Fowler and Jim Hurd: 21 Years of Transforming Tech Startups

GSD Presents 21 Years of Transforming Tech Startups with Jim Hurd February 22 Guest: Jim Hurd, Director at the Hurd Family Office https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-hurd-1357/ Jim Hurd is a seasoned strategist with over 21 years of experience in building strategic alliances for technology start-ups, Fortune 100 corporations, and government innovation initiatives. As the head of the Hurd Family Office, he facilitates angel investments and collaborates with other family offices to drive impactful initiatives. Jim serves as a strategic advisor and angel investor to leading companies such as Alef Aeronautics and AGT (American Gene Technologies), focusing on breakthrough technologies like personal flying cars and gene therapy solutions for HIV. He also provides guidance to ThoughtAI, a Pennsylvania-based company dedicated to empowering individuals with self-awareness of their data. Jim's commitment to innovation extends globally, as evidenced by his involvement in the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, and his engagement with policymakers on Capitol Hill to spearhead technology and innovation initiatives. #techstartups #InnovationJourney #StartupSuccess #TechInnovation #RenewableEnergy #Nanotechnology #GSD #JimHurd #GaryFowler

Mar 07, 202425:20
Gary Fowler & Dr. Maren Celine Schweizer: The Value of Advisory Boards, If Done Correctly

Gary Fowler & Dr. Maren Celine Schweizer: The Value of Advisory Boards, If Done Correctly

GSD Presents: "The Value of Advisory Boards, If Done Correctly" with Dr. Maren Celine Schweizer February 27 Guest: Dr. Maren Celine Schweizer, CEO at Schweizer World Group https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-schweizer/ Maren is an accomplished technology executive with 20+ years of comprehensive success and rapid career growth in the Manufacturing, Automotive, Electronics, Aviation, and the Investment Management industries. With a deep technical background in power electronics, chip-embedding, advanced manufacturing and Enterprise AI, predictive data analytics and cybersecurity, Maren is well-known for leading strategically prominent transformation initiatives that propel organizations to peak growth and bottom-line impact. Her passion is driving growth globally, leading people and transforming companies to realize their full potential. As CEO of multiple organizations, and 10+ years specifically of leadership experience in Asia and Europe, Maren is aggressive in leading large-scale digital and business reorganizations, strategic turnarounds, and new-venture development areas in Europe and Asia, leading a publicly listed electronic components manufacturer. She has held multiple executive Board roles for 15+ years of publicly listed companies in Germany and Japan, more recently as an active Board member of one of the largest Japanese microelectronics businesses with a consolidated sales of 95B Yen and 10,000 employees. Maren has also held Group Director roles in corporate entities in multiple countries including China, Vietnam, and Singapore. Maren spent 12 years at Schweizer Electronic AG and 10 as CEO. There, she developed strategies to grow through being patented early adopters of New Energy Vehicles, Connected Autonomous Vehicles, and other recent technologies. She implemented a next generation product launch for chip embedding with co-development partner Infineon Technologies, developing the partnership into an equity participation. She has contributed as a member of the Main Board and Financial Committee to the ZVEI, Germany’s Electro and Digital Industry Association. Maren serves on 9 Governance and Advisory Boards around the globe, such as of HDI Global SE, a leading insurer for industrial and commercial clients in 150 countries. A highly strategic, astute, and empathetic leader with a strong commitment to inspire connection and deliver value. Also, an executive proponent of employee mentoring and training to instill company culture, translate values into action, and apply best practices for effective change management. #GSDPresents #GaryFowler #DrMarenSchweizer #Leadership #AdvisoryBoards #BusinessGrowth

Mar 07, 202429:48
Gary Fowler and Brian Kolb: Using Technology To Improve Logistics

Gary Fowler and Brian Kolb: Using Technology To Improve Logistics

GSD Presents Using Technology To Improve Logistics with Brian Kolb February 20 Guest: Brian Kolb, Vice President of Strategy at Airblox https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-kolb-14b7aa17/ Brian Kolb is currently the VP of Strategy at Airblox, an innovative technology platform that integrates the financial markets with the airfreight industry by offering businesses ways to mitigate risk through a more efficient procurement process and unique financing solutions. Brian received his MBA from University of Chicago Booth School of Business and his undergraduate degree from Wheaton College. Prior to joining Airblox, Brian spent 10 years at United Cargo, eventually leading the pricing, revenue management, and performance teams for the Americas region. #Logistics #Technology #Innovation #Airfreight #Airblox #BrianKolb #GSD #GaryFowler

Feb 26, 202428:27
Gary Fowler and Cindy Warner: Ethical Consumer Data Driving Revenue

Gary Fowler and Cindy Warner: Ethical Consumer Data Driving Revenue

GSD Presents: Ethical Consumer Data Driving Revenue with Cindy Warner February 6, Tuesday Guest: Cindy Warner, CEO/Founder of 360ofme, Inc. https://www.linkedin.com/in/cindywarner/ Cindy Warner is that all too rare individual that has traversed the technology landscape from developer all the way to strategic advisor for Global 1000 corporations. While she began her career in the bits and bites, she concluded her corporate career as a sought-out advisor to C-level executives and boards, namely in the areas of technology transformation, data and security. Today Ms. Warner is fortunate to be using decades of corporate citizenry to lead her own technology venture, 360ofme. As a disruptor in the space of data privacy, creating a unique approach to the ethical exchange of data between an enterprise and consumer, she is enjoying her next career, building a company and culture she always dreamed about. In her spare time, Cindy still mentors many technology startups, and serves at the request of Governor Gretchen Whitmer, as an appointed economic development leader in the great state of Michigan. #Tech #AI #DataEthics #RevenueOpportunities #GaryFowler #CindyWarner

Feb 07, 202429:32
Gary Fowler and Brian Flynn: Building A Billion-Dollar Company

Gary Fowler and Brian Flynn: Building A Billion-Dollar Company

GSD Presents: Building A Billion-Dollar Company with Brian Flynn January 30, Tuesday Guest: Brian Flynn, Managing Director at DiamondStream Partners https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-fly... About Brian Flynn: Experienced Managing Director with a demonstrated history of working in the venture capital and private equity industry. Strong business development professional skilled in Analytical Skills, Entrepreneurship, Venture Capital, Strategic Partnerships, Executive Leadership, Turnarounds, and Capital Markets. #TechTalk #AI #VentureCapital #BusinessLeadership #GSDVentureStudios #GSD #GaryFowler #BrianFlynn

Jan 31, 202430:20
Gary Fowler and Aparna Pujar: Building a Health Tech Unicorn

Gary Fowler and Aparna Pujar: Building a Health Tech Unicorn

Tune in to our latest podcast episode where we dive into the fascinating world of Health Tech Unicorn building with the incredible Aparna Pujar, Founder and CEO of Zemplee.
Aparna shares her journey and insights on pioneering the world's first AI-powered technology that transforms homes into digital caring environments for the elderly.
Watch the episode now on YouTube and get ready to be inspired!

Jan 25, 202427:10
Gary Fowler and Greta Meyer: Building Sustainable Ventures
Jan 17, 202424:53
Gary Fowler and Rick Davis: Investor Strategies

Gary Fowler and Rick Davis: Investor Strategies

Explore the world of sustainable ventures with Rick Davis on the upcoming episode of GSD Presents.

As the Managing Partner at LOHAS, Rick brings over a decade of expertise in sustainability and social impact, offering profound insights into innovative fundraising strategies, growing investor interest in sustainability, and the transformative potential of socially impactful solutions. Guest: Rick Davis, Managing Partner, LOHAS https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-davis-7468713/ Over a decade of experience in the sustainability and social impact sectors serving in executive business development, strategy, marketing, company fundraising, project financing, and investor support roles, with a professional career spanning legal, technology, international, and entrepreneurial pursuits. A keen understanding of the opportunities inherent in newly developed company fundraising and project financing strategies; the rapidly expanding customer and investor appetite for healthier, more sustainable, and socially impactful solutions; the new mechanisms available to investors for making direct social and environmental impact investments; and a passion for capitalizing on the confluence of all these elements in positively shaping the future of our planet and populous.

Jan 12, 202423:34
Gary Fowler and Steven Ogunro: Global Investment Insights

Gary Fowler and Steven Ogunro: Global Investment Insights

Discover the world of Global Investment Insights with Steven Ogunro on GSD Presents. As a Partner at CrossWork, Steven brings a wealth of experience from advising world-renowned companies and buyout funds in M&A and corporate finance, offering invaluable insights into the global investment landscape. Guest: Steven Ogunro, Partner at CrossWork https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-ogunro-1900708/ Steven has completed numerous M&A and corporate finance transactions, with some of the world's leading companies and buyout funds. He currently advises some of the world's leading investment funds. Steven's clients have included Mannesmann AG, Hoechst Pharmaceuticals, Deutsche Telekom, Reed Elsevier, Prince Al-Waleed, and many others.

#GSD #GaryFowler #GSDSuperScaler #GSDAdvisory #StevenOgunro #GSDAdvisory #CrossWork

Jan 10, 202429:07
Gary Fowler and Arthur Veytsman: The Future of Retail

Gary Fowler and Arthur Veytsman: The Future of Retail

In our latest episode, we're joined by Arthur Veytsman, CEO at Immerss, bringing 25 years of experience and insights into the dynamic intersection of leadership, business strategy, and cutting-edge technologies. Tune in for a deep dive into the future of retail!

Guest: Arthur Veytsman, CEO at Immerss https://www.linkedin.com/in/aveytsman/ Started and managed 6 companies over a 25-year span. Prior to that, I spent 6 years in management consulting, implementing technologies for various industries. Overall experience covers all aspects of business management with an emphasis on Leadership, Business Strategy, Sales, Operations, and Financial Accounting.

Jan 02, 202426:41
Gary Fowler and Maxence De Damas: Modern Monetization
Dec 20, 202324:43
Gary Fowler and Kartik Gada: The Economics of AI

Gary Fowler and Kartik Gada: The Economics of AI

Don't miss this insightful conversation on the intersection of finance, technology, and disruptive innovations! Guest: Kartik Gada, CEO & Founder at 3D Strategies Management https://www.linkedin.com/in/kartikgada/ Kartik Gada has given keynotes to audiences as large as 3000, and with a cumulative audience above 50,000 across all speaking engagements, and 28,000+ hours of cumulative YouTube viewership time. Kartik Gada has 20 years of experience across investment banking, hedge funds, and the CFO function. He is presently the CFO of two AI companies. He also teaches two of the most popular finance and technology classes at Stanford University. His focus is on all highly disruptive technologies, including Artificial Intelligence and FinTech. He was previously an Executive Director at Woodside Capital Partners, where he led the entire Artificial Intelligence and FinTech practices. Before that, he founded 3D Strategies Management, a commodities futures hedge fund that was among the highest returning small funds during that period, with portfolio returns of 70%/year from 2009-13. Kartik is the author of a widely read book on the new economics of technology, The ATOM (http://atom.singularity2050.com/), that has been featured in a Google Talk, multiple television programs, and numerous keynotes, including at the European Union in Brussels, Belgium. Kartik has an MBA from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. He additionally studied engineering at Stanford University and Case Western Reserve University.


#GaryFowler #GSD #GSDAdvisory #GSDSuperScaler #KartikGada #AIEconomics

Dec 08, 202328:44
Gary Fowler and Leo Ramirez: Positive Workplace Cluture
Dec 08, 202327:42
Gary Fowler and Alex Johnson: Fintech Transparency

Gary Fowler and Alex Johnson: Fintech Transparency

Join us for an insightful episode of GSD Presents with special guest Alex Johnson, Co-Founder at Velvet.

Discover how Alex's unique journey as a serial founder and trader is shaping the future of private markets through information, transparency, and positive downstream effects. Guest: Alex Johnson, Co-Founder at Velvet https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-johnson-72bb22132/ Alex is running a fintech company, Velvet; and uniting his wide network of fund managers, family offices, venture capitalists, and institutional investors to create a seamless platform where information and transparency take precedence. His goal is to meet as many people who are building, shaping, and investing in the future - in order to create an ecosystem of positive downstream effects that improves the delta in private markets. He’s been a serial founder and trader his entire life and has a background in computer science and finance. He ran a video production company, a coffee truck, and quant fund that has now run for 4 years and generated quadruple digit returns. #GaryFowler #GSD #GSDAdvisory #GSDSuperScaler #AlexJohnson #Velvet #Fintech

Dec 08, 202328:44
Gary Fowler and Mark Tullis: The Role of Media in Supporting Startup Ecosystems

Gary Fowler and Mark Tullis: The Role of Media in Supporting Startup Ecosystems

Nov 30, 202327:54
Gary Fowler and Alexis Panagides: Data Analytics and Insights in Email Management
Nov 30, 202330:59
Gary Fowler and Aki Balogh: Securing Funding for Web3 Innovation
Nov 21, 202326:16
Gary Fowler and Alex Raychuk: Innovation in HealthTech

Gary Fowler and Alex Raychuk: Innovation in HealthTech

Guest: Alex Raychuk, Founder & CEO at Medentee https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-raychuk/ With solid experience in electrical engineering, medical devices and dental industry business, Alex is interested in entrepreneurship in the field of intersection of modern IT technologies and medicine. Alex is excited and passionate to integrate Blockchain, Augmented Reality and Artificial Intelligence technologies for the sake of patients and healthcare professionals. Acceleration of global adoption and worldwide availability of modern solutions in healthcare are his primary professional goals.

Nov 21, 202324:08
Gary Fowler and Jen Bawden: Changing the World

Gary Fowler and Jen Bawden: Changing the World

Join us for a groundbreaking episode of GSD Presents featuring the incredible Jen Bawden. An expert in global macroeconomics, a best-selling author, and a visionary entrepreneur, Jen brings a wealth of insights on technology, finance, and philanthropy. Guest: Jen Bawden https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenbawden/ Jen Bawden is a macro strategist, best-selling author, speaker, philanthropist, impact investor & entrepreneur. Passionate about global macroeconomics trends, Jen warned of the tech crash in Dec. 1999 over a month before it happened, the housing crash of 1990 six months before, and was one of 50 writers/TV commentators to predict the 2008 crash publicly and to forecast gold’s rise above $1,000 before the height of the market in Oct. 2017. She is a contributing author at Seeking Alpha (a popular financial news site) and she participated in a number of leading think tanks including The Aspen Institute, TED, The National Committee on American Foreign Policy, Renaissance Weekend and Summit Series. As director of the task force on National and Homeland Security for the Tri-State Area Jen is also committed to securing our grid from EMP (Electro Magnetic Pulse). She is a frequent speaker on homeland security, cyber-security, the global macro-economy, philanthropy, and socially responsible investing at family office events worldwide. She co-founded and built a Dept. of Energy Homeland Security Anti-Terrorism Technology company, co-founded by the U.S. DOE and funded by DNDO (Domestic Nuclear Detection Office) to develop and deploy award-winning sensor technologies to protect global infrastructure from chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear attack. The company was built to protect seaports, borders and critical infrastructure. Jen also co-founded a non-lithium, high capacity, environmentally friendly battery that lasts for 40+ years and charges in minutes with energy density 4x lithium. She is a former advisory board member of an oncology company that won the prestigious Frost & Sullivan award for best pancreatic cancer diagnosis and treatment company. Under the patronage of Governor Pataki Jen was the co-founder and co-chairman of the Metropolitan Foundation Celebrity Gala for over 13 years, raising funds for breast cancer research and Robert Kennedy’s charity River Keeper. She was also co-chairman of a number of New York City’s most prestigious charities. In her 20s, Jen was a top 10 award-winning fashion designer with 7 covers of Cosmo. Her dresses were featured in Town and Country, Glamour, The New York Times, NY Post and worn by Mariah Carey, Celine Dion, Cameron Diaz and Ivanka Trump, among many others. Her best-selling motivational guide for young women published by Penguin Random House, in print for 23 years, sold in 26 countries and 7 languages. She’s spoken on ABC, FOX, CNBC, MSNBC & Report on Business TV. Among many others in her teens, Jen was one of the world’s top skiers winning the Italian freestyle championships and second in the Swiss championships - appearing as the stunt skier in a Sean Connery film. He called her “The most beautiful skier in the world”. #JenBawden #GlobalLeadership #InnovationTrailblazer

Nov 13, 202333:27
Gary Fowler and Mike Sutcliff: Immersive AI: Transforming Digital Realms

Gary Fowler and Mike Sutcliff: Immersive AI: Transforming Digital Realms

Guest: Mike Sutcliff, Co-Founder & CEO, Mobeus Technologies https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikesutcliff/ Mike Sutcliff is a distinguished business leader recognized for his exceptional contributions to the digital landscape. With a career spanning over 30 years at Accenture, he left an indelible mark on the technology and business sectors, notably as the visionary behind the creation of Accenture Digital. During his tenure at Accenture, Mike's leadership and innovative thinking were instrumental in pioneering the evolution of Accenture Digital, which continues to be a global industry leader. His transformative vision and commitment to excellence were pivotal in shaping the digital transformation landscape. He was a frequent speaker and contributor to thought leadership across the digital eco-system. Upon retiring as CEO of Accenture Digital, Mike embarked on a new entrepreneurial chapter, co-founding three groundbreaking startups: Cherish Health, dedicated to revolutionizing healthcare solutions; HeadVantage Fan Experience, focused on enhancing fan engagement in the sports industry; and Mobeus Technologies, where he serves as CEO, driving the development of "Immersive AI" as a revolutionary new class of computing capable of creating entirely new digital experiences. In addition to his entrepreneurial pursuits, Mike is an active Operating Partner with Advent Private Equity, where he continues to apply his vast expertise to foster innovation and growth in the private equity space. He also serves as a distinguished member of several boards of directors, including Encora, Ascendion, and Collabera, where his strategic insights and leadership play a pivotal role in guiding these organizations towards new heights. Mike Sutcliff's enduring dedication to innovation, his impressive legacy at Accenture, and his multifaceted contributions as an entrepreneur, private equity partner, and board member showcase his unwavering commitment to shaping the future of technology and business. His influence continues to inspire and transform the digital landscape. #GaryFowler #gsd #gsdadvisory #GSDSuperScaler #mikesutcliff #ImmersiveAI #mobeustechnologies

Nov 10, 202334:15
Gary Fowler and Francesca Tabor: Marketing Magic

Gary Fowler and Francesca Tabor: Marketing Magic

Guest: Francesca Tabor, Generative AI Consultant, Educator and Speaker. Founder of Gen AI Con & Fashion AI https://www.linkedin.com/in/francescatabor/

Nov 01, 202332:00
Gary Fowler and Frank Monaco: Democratizing Payments

Gary Fowler and Frank Monaco: Democratizing Payments

Oct 17, 202321:40
Gary Fowler and Edward Boyle: Banking & Blockchain: Opportunities Ahead
Oct 09, 202346:52
Jordan Wahbeh and Gary Fowler: Funding and Scaling

Jordan Wahbeh and Gary Fowler: Funding and Scaling

🚀 Tune in as we welcome Gary Fowler, President, CEO, and Founder of GSD Venture Studios. Join us to gain insights from this award-winning serial entrepreneur and investor with a remarkable portfolio of 17 companies, two Unicorns, and a successful IPO. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from his 30 years of experience and discover the secrets to funding and scaling in the dynamic world of entrepreneurship. 🌟 Learn more about Gary Fowler and his incredible journey.

Guest: Gary Fowler, President, CEO and Founder, GSD Venture Studios https://www.linkedin.com/in/fowlerinternational/ Gary is an award-winning serial entrepreneur and investor with 17 companies, two Unicorns and a successful IPO. Gary was on the original management team of ClickSoftware that was sold to SalesForce for 1.35 billion, and was the co-founder at the award-winning AI company, Yva.ai that was acquired by Visier. He has over 30 years of experience and is the CEO, President and Founder of GSD Venture Studios, a Silicon Valley-based Family Office, Venture Studio, and Hyper-Accelerator with 139 companies from 59 countries in the portfolio. Gary was recently named one of the most innovative global leaders in 2023, and is an international speaker, an author with extensive contributions to the field, including a book “Artificial Imagination: How GenerativeTransformers Like ChatGPT Pivoted Every Possibility” and over 190 articles.


#GaryFowler #GSD #GSDAdvisory #GSDSuperScaler #JordanWahbeh #Unicorn #Scaling #Funding

Oct 05, 202345:24
Gary Fowler and Przemek Głośny: Lessons from a Serial Founder
Oct 05, 202322:35
Gary Fowler and Karolyn Zeng: Navigating LLM Revolution for Startups

Gary Fowler and Karolyn Zeng: Navigating LLM Revolution for Startups

Join GSD Presents for an exclusive discussion on Navigating the LLM Revolution for Startups featuring Karolyn Zeng, Founder & CEO of 5th Universe. Discover how this Silicon Valley AI pioneer empowers startups to harness the potential of LLM, achieving transformative quantum-level growth. Guest: Karolyn Zeng, Founder & CEO of 5th Universe https://www.linkedin.com/in/karolyn-zeng-90012/ Karolyn Zeng is the investor, Founder & CEO of 5th Universe, Inc — a Silicon Valley based AI company aiming to provide solutions to help users maximize this LLM revolution to unleash their superpower and to achieve exponential quantum-level transformation. She’s an x-Stanford biochemistry and molecular researcher who focused on autoimmunity. Her oil paintings were featured in a four-month-long solo exhibition at Stanford University in 2008. She’s also a high-end fashion master stylist, published poet, creative writer, mentor, and serial entrepreneur including founding “The Last Princess Production Company” as a producer, screenwriter and actor.

Sep 27, 202322:58
Gary Fowler and Keith Ferry: Revolutionizing the Road: Automotive Innovation

Gary Fowler and Keith Ferry: Revolutionizing the Road: Automotive Innovation

Tune in for GSD Presents: Revolutionizing the Road.

Discover the future of automotive innovation with Keith Ferry, Founder & CEO of Cerebrum Sensor Technologies. Get insights into tire technology advancements and how they're driving enhanced vehicle safety and efficiency. Guest: Keith Ferry, Founder & CEO Cerebrum Sensor Technologies https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-ferry-entrepreneur/ Keith is a Los Angeles-based entrepreneur and inventor with over a decade of experience in the automotive industry. Keith holds advanced degrees in Engineering and Business from Worcester Polytechnic Institute and previously worked in operations and business management with Avery Dennison. Keith and his business partner launched his first startup in the automotive space in 2011 and has since obtained nearly a dozen patents related to label and bonding technology. Keith launched Cerebrum in 2019, which focuses on tire insights for improved vehicle safety, efficiency and sustainability. Keith is passionate about innovation and continuous improvement both personally and professionally.

Sep 22, 202320:60
Gary Fowler and Ron Bodkin: AI Agents for Business Application

Gary Fowler and Ron Bodkin: AI Agents for Business Application

Join us for an insightful session at GSD Presents! Learn about cutting-edge AI applications with Ron Bodkin, co-founder & CEO of ChainML. Discover how their open-source platform empowers businesses to rapidly develop customized generative AI applications using collaborative 'agents'. Don't miss out on this chance to gain valuable AI insights from a seasoned expert!

Guest: Ron Bodkin, co-founder & CEO, ChainML https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronbodkin/ Ron Bodkin is the co-founder and CEO of ChainML, which provides an open-source platform for rapidly developing customized generative AI applications using collaborating ‘agents’. The platform enables the robust deployment and monitoring of generative AI models ensuring they can be operated with confidence and accuracy. He has over 15 years of AI experience, specializing in data science, analytics, machine learning, and large scale data processing. Formerly, he worked in Google’s Cloud CTO office, with a focus on Applied Artificial Intelligence leading efforts in industry applications and responsible AI. He also was the VP and GM of AI at Teradata, following Teradata’s acquisition of his company, Think Big Analytics, and led AI Engineering & CIO at Vector Institute.Transcript

Sep 20, 202329:15
Gary Fowler and Dustin Colter: The Future of Work

Gary Fowler and Dustin Colter: The Future of Work

Join us for an insightful episode of GSD Presents, featuring Dustin Colter, VP of Operations at Quest Groups - Talentpair. We'll dive into the future of work and explore the innovative strategies shaping the talent industry. Don't miss it! Guest: Dustin Colter, VP of Operations, Quest Groups - Talentpair https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustincolter Originally from the Pacific Northwest, Dustin’s long tenure and hard work has elevated Quest Groups to one of the top technical recruiting firms in the nation. Dustin’s understanding of relationships has allowed him to leverage his expertise to build core functionality

Sep 15, 202333:32
Gary Fowler and Yago Zavalia Gahan: Tech-Powered Legal Finance

Gary Fowler and Yago Zavalia Gahan: Tech-Powered Legal Finance

Join us on September 5th for GSD Presents as we delve into the world of tech-powered legal finance with Yago Zavalia Gahan, Co-founder at Qanlex. https://www.linkedin.com/in/yago-zavalia-gahan-529377106/

Sep 06, 202320:40
Gary Fowler and Zamir Shukho: Early Stage Investment and Fundraising

Gary Fowler and Zamir Shukho: Early Stage Investment and Fundraising

Join us for an insightful episode of GSD Presents, where we delve into the world of Early Stage Investment and Fundraising with the remarkable Zamir Shukho, Founder & CEO of Vibranium Venture Capital. 🚀 Don't miss out on valuable insights from a serial entrepreneur and venture capital expert.

Guest: Zamir Shukho, Founder and CEO, Vibranium Venture Capital https://www.linkedin.com/in/zamirshukho/ Zamir Shukho is the Founder and General Partner of the Vibranium.VC venture fund. With 20 years of professional experience, he has a background as a serial entrepreneur having created 10 companies and organizations. He is also an expert in venture capital, management, and corporate innovation. In addition to this, he is a startup mentor and a certified coach of the Stanford I2M program.

Sep 01, 202321:50
Gary Fowler and Dariusz Lewandowski: The Construction Industry's Greatest Innovation Story

Gary Fowler and Dariusz Lewandowski: The Construction Industry's Greatest Innovation Story

Tune in for an episode of GSD Presents set to redefine the construction industry's innovation narrative. Join us as Dariusz Lewandowski, Founder & CEO of ARIA VC, takes us through the groundbreaking journey of SYSTEM 3E - a revolutionary construction technology set to transform the industry like never before.


Dariusz Lewandowski, Founder & CEO, ARIA VC https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusz-lewandowski-9232801/ Dariusz started his career as an entrepreneur during high school designing producing and selling electronics. During his studies at The University of Warsaw he was working for a Nasdaq small-cap listed brokerage House in Warsaw introducing companies to The Warsaw Stock Exchange. Then worked for Deloitte and PwC before managing TATA Poland and finally RED Bull Poland and Baltics. Working for RED bull with a permission from The headquarters, Dariusz started his Investment management firm, ARIA. Dariusz is also a Founder of The latest (The greatest!) innovation in The construction industry since aerated concrete was discovered in 1924: SYSTEM 3E - jointless, Lego-like, self-insulating construction Technology. #GaryFowler #GSD #GSDAdvisory #GSDSuperScaler #DariuszLewandowski #contruction

Aug 25, 202325:07
Gary Fowler and Jerry Floros: AI and the Future of Work

Gary Fowler and Jerry Floros: AI and the Future of Work

Join us for another GSD Presents episode that delves into the world of #AI and the Future of #Work with the insightful Jerry Floros. An entrepreneur, investor, and FinTech expert with a diverse background, Jerry will share his expertise on AI, #ChatGPT, #blockchain, #DeFi, and more. Jerry Floros, Financial Technology Expert, Rethink Your Digital Future https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerryfloros/ Entrepreneur, investor, author, speaker and thought-leader with a 37 year diversified background in FinTech, finance, engineering, shipping and maritime. Advisor, mentor and consultant on artificial intelligence, ChatGPT, FinTech (financial technology), DeFi (decentralized finance), impact investing, sustainable finance, digital assets, crypto, blockchain, and digital disruption. Registered Member at Westminster Parliament in London for the following All-Party Parliamentary Groups: • APPG Artificial Intelligence • APPG Blockchain • APPG Digital finance Author of 2 FinTech bestsellers and contributing author of 4 books in the FinTech series by Susanne Chishti - CEO FinTECH Circle - UK’s largest FinTech network.

#AIInnovation⁠ ⁠#FutureOfWork⁠ ⁠#FinTechExpertise⁠ ⁠#GaryFowler⁠ ⁠#GSD⁠ ⁠#GSDAdvisory⁠ ⁠#GSDSuperScaler⁠ ⁠#JerryFloros

Aug 23, 202322:05
Gary Fowler and Shay Doron: Investing in Israeli Tech Startups

Gary Fowler and Shay Doron: Investing in Israeli Tech Startups

Join us for the next episode of #GSDPresents: "Investing in Israeli Tech Startups" featuring special guest Shay Doron.

From NCAA Women's Basketball Champion to successful investor, Shay shares her unique journey and insights into the world of Israeli tech startups. Don't miss out on this captivating discussion! Guest: Shay Doron, Principal, AnD Ventures https://www.linkedin.com/in/shay-doron-45047892/ Shay Doron is a retired professional basketball player from Israel.In 2006, she played a crucial role in leading the Terrapins to their first NCAA Women's Basketball Championship. After her successful college career, Shay Doron pursued a professional career in basketball. She played in various leagues around the world, including the first Israeli to play in the WNBA , where she played for the New York Liberty. Additioally Shay won a Eurocup championship in 2011/2012 with Ramla and was captain of the Israeli national team. Before full time investing Shay got her masters in Busines, was a founder of a sports tech startup, and worked at SVB on the venture debt team. Today, Shay is leading pre-seed and seed invesmtents at AnD Ventures. #IsraelTech #Investing #GaryFowler #GSD #GSDAdvisory #GSDSuperScaler #ShayDoron #Israel

Aug 18, 202329:31
Gary Fowler and Larry Weiss: The Skin Microbiome. Back to Health

Gary Fowler and Larry Weiss: The Skin Microbiome. Back to Health

Join us for the next episode of #GSDPresents: "The Skin Microbiome - Back to Health" with special guest Larry Weiss. Don't miss this enlightening discussion as Larry shares insights from his extensive health sciences and product development background! Guest: Larry Weiss, CEO & Founder, Weiss Bioscience https://www.linkedin.com/in/larry-weiss-8865453/ Larry Weiss is the CEO and Founder of Weiss Bioscience, Inc., a San Francisco-based microbiome research and development company and the manufacturer of Symbiome skincare products. He has an extensive background in natural products chemistry, microbiology, clinical medicine, biophysics, pharmaceutical, and skin care product development. He has an MD from Stanford University and a BS in Biochemistry from Cornell University. He has over 20 patents and is published in chemistry, electrophysiology, clinical pharmacology, and the microbiome. #GSD⁠ ⁠#GSDAdvisory⁠ ⁠#GSDSuperScaler⁠ ⁠#LarryWeiss⁠ ⁠#HealthTech

Aug 16, 202331:14
Gary Fowler and Gina De Echeona: Strategic Leadership as Competitive Advantage

Gary Fowler and Gina De Echeona: Strategic Leadership as Competitive Advantage

Join us on GSD Presents as Gina De Echeona, Founder & CEO of Emprende Conmigo, delves into the power of #strategic #leadership as a competitive advantage. Gain insights into mastering the competitive edge through effective leadership and #innovation. 🌟 Guest: Gina De Echeona, Founder & CEO at Emprende Conmigo https://www.linkedin.com/in/gina-de-echeona/ International Consultant in legal & business strategy. Speaker for corporates and entities such as the European Commission regarding innovation based on Intellectual property, leadership and the balance between hard skills and soft skills in AI disruption to business. Arbitrator for World Intellectual Property, WIPO. Serial entrepreneur and Angel investor.

Aug 11, 202338:16
Gary Fowler and Harsh Shethia: The Future of Startups

Gary Fowler and Harsh Shethia: The Future of Startups

🎙️ Tune in for an inspiring episode of GSD Presents featuring Harsh Shethia, Founder of 297 Digital. Discover the future of #startups and #AI-powered #marketing #strategies. Guest: Harsh Shethia, Founder of 297 Digital, a Growth Partner Helping Startups and Businesses use AI in their Marketing to streamline Lead Gen, Lead Qualification, and Lead Engagement. https://www.linkedin.com/in/harshshethia/ 1) MBA from top 10 B School in India 2) Worked with Fortune 50 Companies and Unicorns 3) Led Marketing in $10Mn Revenue Startups 4) Worked as a VC 5) Growth Mentor to many Startups. #GSDPresents #StartupFuture #GaryFowler #GSD #HarshShethia

Aug 09, 202322:23
Gary Fowler and Dr. Leon Eisen: Quantum Business Thinking

Gary Fowler and Dr. Leon Eisen: Quantum Business Thinking

Listen to a thought-provoking episode of GSD Presents, featuring Leon Eisen, Ph.D., an inventor, serial entrepreneur, and pioneer in "Quantum Business Thinking." Join us as he shares insights from his vast experience in technology, business, and leadership, and discover the power of this highly effective business growth methodology.

Guest: Leon Eisen, Ph.D. (https://www.linkedin.com/in/leoneisen/), is an inventor, serial entrepreneur, Chairman of Oxitone Medical, and Senator at the Grand Assembly of the World Business Angel Investment Forum (G20). He is also a partner at Network.VC and GVI Investments, strategic executive adviser and keynote speaker with a strong background in technology, business, and leadership spanning over 20 years. Dr. Eisen is a fellow member of the Royal Society of Medicine (UK) and serves as a Board Member of The Global Africa Leadership Council. Additionally, he holds membership in the Forbes Business Council and serves as a partner at GSD Venture Studios. He actively mentors aspiring entrepreneurs at accelerators like Gener8tor and H7 BioCapital, and holds an official mentorship role at the Israeli Export Institute. Furthermore, Leon Eisen is widely regarded for developing and popularizing a highly effective business growth methodology called "Quantum Business Thinking." Having earned a Ph.D. in physics from the Weizmann Institute of Science, Dr. Eisen also pursued business and entrepreneurship studies at Harvard Business School. He is widely recognized for inventing and successfully commercializing the world's first FDA-cleared wrist pulse oximetry monitor. With an impressive track record of over 30 worldwide patents and more than ten scientific publications, Leon Eisen has consistently delivered innovative products and made significant contributions in his field.

Aug 04, 202328:07
Gary Fowler and Ahmed Reza: Revolutionizing Industries: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence

Gary Fowler and Ahmed Reza: Revolutionizing Industries: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence

🚀 Don't miss the next episode of GSD Presents, where we'll be joined by Ahmed Reza, CEO and founder of yobi.app, a leading AI communication app for businesses. Join us as Ahmed shares his journey as a serial entrepreneur with a background in AI and software engineering, revolutionizing industries with innovative AI solutions.

Guest: Ahmed Reza is the CEO and founder of Yobi.app (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ahmedreza/), one of the fastest growing AI communication apps for business. Mr. Reza is a serial entrepreneur with a background in AI and software engineering and a childhood background in the performing arts, he had a brief career as an actor and recording artist as a child before immigrating to the United States. Ahmed started his engineering career building image-processing software for NASA’s Spitzer Space Telescope while at Cornell University, where he majored in computer science and electrical engineering. In college, Ahmed also participated in the DARPA Grand Challenge, which resulted in the world’s first self-driving cars. His technical work extends from developing AI for UAVs, hacking car engine control units (ECUs) to make them go faster, and designing and building scalable solutions for the travel industry such as self check-in and FlyFi for connectivity in the air. After working for several software startups that had successful exits, he was bitten by the startup bug. Soon he co-founded TrepHub, a non-profit/open source version of YCombinator in Florida’s Space Coast that helped bootstrap and launch over 30 startups. He is currently located in Silicon Valley. When he is not working on startups, Ahmed loves to spend his rare free time with his family, code in the Middle of Yosemite Park, or just really disconnect from everything and go kayaking.

Aug 04, 202342:05
Gary Fowler and Vladimer Botsvadze: The Competitive Advantage of Personal Branding

Gary Fowler and Vladimer Botsvadze: The Competitive Advantage of Personal Branding

🎙️ Don't miss out on this enlightening episode of #GSD Presents, as we dive into "The Competitive Advantage of Personal Branding" with Vladimer Botsvadze (⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/vladimerbotsvadze/⁠), the world's No. 1 Marketing Thought Leader by Thinkers360. Learn from his vast expertise in marketing, social media, and retail, and discover the secrets behind building a powerful personal brand that sets you apart in the industry.

Aug 01, 202324:20
Gary Fowler and Monika Górska: Generative AI Regulations

Gary Fowler and Monika Górska: Generative AI Regulations

Join us for an insightful episode of GSD Presents as we dive into the world of Generative AI Regulations with Monika Górska (https://www.linkedin.com/in/monika-a-g%C3%B3rska-1b26924/), an esteemed Attorney at Wardynski & Partners. Don't miss this chance to gain valuable insights into the legal aspects of Generative AI!

Jul 26, 202327:16
Gary Fowler and Brett Calhoun: The Future of Early Stage Investing

Gary Fowler and Brett Calhoun: The Future of Early Stage Investing

In this Silicon Valley Tech & AI episode presented by GSD Venture Studios Gary Fowler interviews Brett Calhoun. Brett Calhoun, Managing Director & GP at Scale VC https://www.linkedin.com/in/brettcalh... Brett Calhoun is the Managing Director & GP at Scale VC. Brett has co-founded two fintech startups with one scaling to over $1M ARR 12 months after launch, was an early employee at Paytient, and has 4 years of early-stage investing experience. Prior, he did transaction and litigation valuation work for startups to public companies. He also holds a CPA/ABV and MBA from Mizzou.

Jul 21, 202338:33
Gary Fowler and Aleks Gollu: How to Create a Sales Growth Engine

Gary Fowler and Aleks Gollu: How to Create a Sales Growth Engine

In this Silicon Valley Tech & AI episode presented by GSD Venture Studios Gary Fowler interviews Aleks Gollu.

Aleks Gollu, Founder, CEO at 11Sight https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleksgollu/ Veteran of the Bay-Area venture/angel start-up eco-system with two positive exits working on third. Experience in automated highways, telecommunications - especially real-time video, and supply chain. Forte in applying bleeding edge software and system technologies to neglected or unnoticed complex business problems in diverse industries. Proven track record of building strong teams, setting product vision, and driving revenue growth for all stages of the company lifecycle from Founding to IPO, both in start-ups and fortune 500 companies.

Jul 19, 202338:25
Gary Fowler and Mikhail Taver: AI Disrupting Mature Industries

Gary Fowler and Mikhail Taver: AI Disrupting Mature Industries

In this Silicon Valley Tech & AI episode presented by GSD Venture Studios Gary Fowler interviews Michail Taver. Mikhail Taver, founder and the managing partner of Taver Capital, the first institutional investor in Prisma Labs. · 20+ years of experience, closed 250+ M&A · On board of Cherry Labs, Winmill, iFarm, and EARTH AI · Bellerbys College and then at The University of Edinburgh · Read Theodore Dreiser's books at the age of 7 · CFA, ACMA, and CGMA certifications

Jul 19, 202326:07
Gary Fowler and Henry Zhang: The Future of Cybersecurity

Gary Fowler and Henry Zhang: The Future of Cybersecurity

In this Silicon Valley Tech & AI episode presented by GSD Venture Studios Gary Fowler interviews Henry Zhang.

Henry is a startup co-founder at Senteon, a cybersecurity startup working with managed service providers and SMBs to improve their security posture by simplifying the process of setting up and maintaining configuration baselines. He is a Purdue graduate with SOC and IT Vulnerability management experience. He and his team have been working on providing a cybersecurity solution that reconciles compliance with security.

Jul 19, 202320:03
Gary Fowler and Joshua Yang: Revolutionizing Biotechnology

Gary Fowler and Joshua Yang: Revolutionizing Biotechnology

In this Silicon Valley Tech & AI episode presented by GSD Venture Studios Gary Fowler interviews Josh Yang. Josh is the co-founder and CEO of Glyphic Biotechnologies, a biotechnology startup commercializing a next-generation protein sequencing platform. He graduated Phi Beta Kappa, Tau Beta Pi, and Summa Cum Laude from the University of California, San Diego, which he attended fully-funded on the Jacobs School Scholarship. He double majored in Bioengineering: Biotechnology B.S. and General Biology B.S where he was a Barry Goldwater Scholar and the Valedictorian in the Department of Bioengineering. Subsequently, he completed a Master of Translational Medicine degree through the University of California, San Francisco and University of California, Berkeley in the Department of Bioengineering, from where he spun-out his first startup, Nephrosant. Nephrosant has raised over $22M in funding to commercialize a low-cost, non-invasive diagnostic assay for kidney injury. He took a leave of absence from a fully-funded MD-PhD MSTP at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and Department of Biomedical Engineering to pursue biotech entrepreneurship. He subsequently graduated with an MBA and Certificate in Public Management and Social Innovation from the Stanford University Graduate School of Business, where he was the Henry Ford II Scholar (Valedictorian), a Siebel Scholar, and an Arjay Miller Scholar. His first-author, peer-reviewed publications have been published in top-tier journals such as Nature Reviews Genetics and Science Translational Medicine. For his work, I have been awarded over $4M in government and private industry grants as a PI or Co-PI. He is also an inventor on 7 issued/filed patents and author on 19 peer-reviewed journal articles. He was named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 Healthcare list in 2021.

Jul 19, 202329:22
Gary Fowler and Patrick Sullivan: The Art of M&A

Gary Fowler and Patrick Sullivan: The Art of M&A

In this Silicon Valley Tech & AI episode presented by GSD Venture Studios Gary Fowler interviews Patrick Sullivan.

Patrick Sullivan, Founder & CEO of Bonsai 3 Exit Founder/Board Member to Facebook, Google & Beecken Petty O'Keefe & Company (“BPOC”). A New Yorker, born and raised in the Bronx, and an experienced leader who is deeply passionate about building companies.

Jul 19, 202328:05