65 - Trusting the Machine: Building Confidence in AI-Driven Marketing Decisions
In this episode, Dean Guida interviews Seva Ustinov, CEO of Plurio AI. Seva shares his journey from running a marketing agency to building Plurio AI, an AI-driven platform that automates performance marketing for large advertisers. They discuss the challenges of campaign optimization, data integration, and building trust in AI agents. Seva explains how Plurio AI streamlines repetitive marketing tasks, enabling leaner teams and faster creative testing.
53 - How Smart Remote Teams Can End the Leaking Bucket Problem in Your Business
In this episode, Bhavini Kamdar, Founder and CEO of Infinity Business Solutions, shares her entrepreneurial journey from finance to building a company that manages remote teams for small businesses. She discusses leadership lessons, the integration of AI and data, and the importance of adaptability. Bhavini highlights how AI enhances productivity, dispels common misconceptions, and stresses the value of rest and personal growth. She also shares her passion for dog rescue and offers advice on embracing change.
36 - Don’t Let Your AI Be the Office Snitch: Keeping Data Safe in the Age of Generative AI
In this episode, host Dean Guida interviews cybersecurity executive Terry Ziemniak, Fractional CISO and Partner at TechCXO, about the evolving challenges of cybersecurity in the age of AI. Terry discusses how small and mid-sized companies can meet stringent security requirements when selling to large organizations, the risks of data leakage with generative AI tools, and the importance of governance, frameworks, and user education. He highlights the need for balancing innovation with risk management, leveraging frameworks like NIST, and combining people, processes, and technology to protect organizations.
19 - Scaling Smart: How to Avoid Common Pitfalls in the Tech Industry
In this episode, host Dean Guida speaks with Zack Urlocker, Chief Operating Officer at Crescendo.ai, about his extensive experience in the tech industry. Zack shares insights from his work at companies like Borland, MySQL, Zendesk, and Duo Security, focusing on scaling businesses, product-market fit, and understanding customer pain points. He also discusses pricing challenges in AI, the importance of focus for startups, and how company culture plays a critical role in overcoming obstacles.
