Shift AI Podcast

AI Front and Center | with Matt McIlwain (Managing Director, Madrona Venture Group)

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In this installment of Shift AI, Matt McIlwain, Managing Director at Madrona Venture Group, discusses the influence of AI on different industries, Seattle's place in the technology landscape, ethical concerns surrounding AI, and the evolving nature of work in the digital era. Matt also delves into the opportunities and groundbreaking advancements created by AI, cloud computing, and associated technologies.


In this episode of the Shift podcast, we cover the following topics:


  • Matt’s early career, family background and his road to the role he has now at Madrona Venture Group
  • Introduction to Seattle's role as a leader in cloud computing and discussion of his past 10+ years of investment in applied AI.
  • Deep dive into AI, automation, and machine learning, with historical context.
  • Discussion of interacting with predictive capabilities through natural language.
  • Insight into generative AI models and their application in various domains.
  • Seattle's significance as the cloud capital and a center of excellence for AI and discussion of big companies, startups, and the energy of the Seattle tech community.
  • Consideration of how work is changing due to AI, including ethical considerations.
  • Exploration of the importance of keeping humans in the loop in AI-driven processes.
  • Reflection on mentorship and its impact on personal and professional growth.


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      • Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠


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