Today's guest is Gerard Quinn, Vice President of Innovation and Informatics at ICON plc. With over 35 years of experience in clinical research services, ICON is at the forefront of leveraging artificial intelligence to revolutionise the clinical trial process. In this episode, Gerard shares invaluable insights into how AI is reshaping the landscape of clinical trials, emphasising the importance of trust, scalability and evidence of value.

Topics include:

0:00 From pilot purgatory to scalable, data-driven AI deployment

6:53 Focusing on delivering measurable, evidence-based, and trusted AI value

10:43 Ensuring leadership buy-in through transparent, stepwise AI development

15:54 Why AI adoption requires cultural and process change, not just implementation

18:33 How AI accelerates tasks, enhances value and improves patient outcomes

22:32 Optimizing trial sites, investigators and contract processes efficiently with AI

27:23 How AI evolved from novelty to expectation, requiring careful implementation

31:07 Managing AI adoption costs requires defined users and evidence of value

35:02 Implementing AI requires strict governance, transparency, and regulatory compliance

Today's guest is Ross Hunt, Founder and CEO at Outmin. While Artificial Intelligence is often associated with glamorous uses like predictive analytics and automated driving, it's in the realm of the mundane, routine tasks where AI can deliver significant value. This is the philosophy that's core to Outmin, a company dedicated to automating bookkeeping with AI.Topics include:

0:00 Automating bookkeeping while building future AI infrastructure

4:04 Focus on automating boring bookkeeping to improve data quality

8:59 Automated bookkeeping by combining humans, measurement and data

14:21 Investing personal funds required transparency and shared risk with partner

15:41 Breakthrough came with hospitality focus and accounting partnerships

18:31 Why fundraising is seen as means, not a success metric, in business

20:16 How Sustained success comes from deep technology application, not hype

22:40 Why talented juniors prototype quickly, but experienced engineers ensure scalability

24:20 How AI literacy is best learned through daily, hands-on use

28:24 Enterprise Ireland providing crucial early funding and strategic support

31:31 How success requires indispensable, value-driven products in current market

Today's guest is Mark Kelly, SVP of Global Intelligent Power Technologies at Eaton. In this insightful conversation, Mark covers the surprising evolution of AI, its current utility and the implications of its widespread adoption across various sectors.

Topics include:

0:00 How ChatGPT’s accessibility drives massive AI adoption and risks

5:14 How Eaton powers global industries by enabling safe, reliable, AI-driven electrification

8:17 Embedding AI in products for predictive maintenance, optimisation and safety

13:18 Using AI for real-time optimisation, supply chain efficiency and physics-informed safety

16:00 AI as a digital assistant for research, summarising and structuring ideas

18:28 Advice to AI users, tuners and creators to stay skilled, critical and adaptable

21:48 As AI literacy is essential, the future lies in specialised & collaborative multi-agent systems

25:58 Championing multidisciplinary collaboration as key to groundbreaking innovation

Today's guest is Kieran McCorry, National Technology Officer at Microsoft Ireland. In this podcast, Kevin shares insights into the transformative role AI is playing in contemporary work environments as AI continues to reshape business landscapes globally. From emerging trends to challenges and opportunities, Kieran delves into how AI is no longer just an option but a necessity for businesses looking to stay competitive.

Topics include:

0:00 AI skills are key career drivers as we tackle the workplace access gap

5:23 How AI use skews toward leaders due to top-down deployment

7:17 The need for strategic deployment as managers struggle to adopt AI

9:18 How targeted AI use boosts skills, equity and retention

13:03 Workplace interruptions harm focus, with AI tools like Copilot helping manage tasks

16:02 How AI is boosting efficiency, reshaping roles and promoting a hybrid workforce

18:53 AI expands capabilities, accelerates careers and drives employee retention

21:39 As Employees seek AI training, employers must enable practical adoption

Today’s guest is Jennifer Geraghty Ryan, Principal Product Manager at Microsoft. In the podcast, Jennifer delves into the rapidly evolving world of AI agents, from covering the significant recent advancements and taking a glimpse into the transformative potential AI holds for businesses across diverse sectors.Topics include:

0:00 Working on Microsoft’s autonomous agents program and AI governance

2:17 How Microsoft agents now support multi-agent collaboration and deep research

3:56 How Research agents work autonomously and show transparent reasoning processes

5:30 An insight into agents clarifying problems, using internal data and automating tasks

8:13 Applying AI to enable rapid product testing, feedback and persona insights

11:31 How agents can learn in real time from other agents

12:58 AI agents provide diverse perspectives through role-playing simulations

15:56 Effective AI use requires feedback, context, and iterative prompting

18:00 How Teams Copilot automates meeting recaps and workflow documentation

20:05 AI captures tacit knowledge and automates workflows effectively

Today's guest is Aisling Browne, CEO and Co-Founder at Glitch. Glitch are a pioneering company set on transforming the world of B2B marketing through unique insights and solutions. The company is built on a foundation of resilience, with strategic partnerships and innovative approaches spearheading its success. In this podcast, Aisling delves into their journey, their unique value proposition and how they are addressing the complex challenges faced by businesses today.Topics include:

0:00 Her journey from rom politics to startups, partnerships and entrepreneurship

3:51 How early startup lessons shaped a smart, resilient founder mindset

6:59 Lessons from highs and lows such as resilience, foresight & adaptability

9:13 Making B2B ads accessible through Glitch with agency-level support

12:29 How Glitch bridges ads, insights and sales–marketing alignment

15:04 Using data to reveal real customers, not assumptions

16:55 Leveraging AI to massively boost productivity and efficiency

Today's guest is Deirdre Lyons, CEO at Examfly. With a staggering 50% failure rate in some professional exams, the need for an effective, enjoyable studying experience is more critical than ever. This is precisely the challenge Deirdre Lyons is tackling with her pioneering startup, Examfly. In this episode, Deirdre explores her journey, the impact of technology and the role of AI in shaping the future of education.

Topics include:

0:00 Her journey from law and tax professional to entrepreneur inspired by learning

3:12 Transforming professional learning and business models with Examfly

4:21 How Irish startup support from Enterprise Ireland helped validate and develop the idea

5:43 Combining AI with Animation and interactive tools to enhance learning

7:06 Enabling scalable, high-quality content and personalized learning journeys with AI

9:01 Target customers such as large enterprises, especially Big Four firms, globally

11:00 How they raised €2.1M with investor feedback shaping growth strategy

13:24 Her advice to move fast, focus on core AI use cases and refine continuously

Today's guest is David Bermingham, Director of AI at Advancing Innovation in Manufacturing (AIM) Centre. The AIM Centre is dedicated to supporting Irish SMEs, particularly in the manufacturing sector, as they navigate the evolving landscape of AI. Their mission is to demystify AI, making it accessible and actionable for businesses of all sizes. Through clear communication and hands-on support, the AIM Centre helps companies move beyond buzzwords and focus on tangible use cases that drive efficiency and growth.Topics include:

0:00 AIM Centre's goal to guide SMEs to practical, applied AI solutions

3:10 How their Accelerator guides diverse SMEs from AI hype to practical use

9:13 Why companies prioritise simple AI fixes for efficiency

10:51 Streamlining workflows with AI, enabling growth through efficiency gains

15:34 Simple AI demos unlock potential, but scaling remains challenging

20:35 Post-accelerator, companies pursue new AI use cases

22:27 Their National AI Studio offers immersive, hands-on industry demonstrations

24:28 Sponsoring the AI Awards to showcase real manufacturing innovation and transformation

26:15 Falling AI costs democratize access, boosting business confidence

29:32 Getting involved with the AI accelerator which starts in October

Today's guest is Oisin Boydell, Chief Data Officer at Cortytics. One of the most pressing challenges within Artificial Intelligence remains regulation and compliance. As AI technology advances, businesses face the dual task of keeping pace with these changes while ensuring they remain compliant with regulations that are themselves in constant flux. In this podcast, Oisin sheds light on these challenges and the ways AI can aid compliance professionals.

Topics include:

0:00 His journey from From broad AI at Ceadar to compliance-focused AI at Corlytics

1:56 How AI assists humans in managing complex, evolving regulations

4:33 Ensuring ethical, trustworthy AI governance and compliance with ISO 42001

7:35 How AI assists compliance teams while humans retain final oversight

10:51 AI's role in helping track and interpret rapidly changing regulations

11:59 Helping businesses navigate and prove compliance with regulations

12:47 How LLMs excel in interpreting nuanced, semi-structured legal language

14:01 Why AI democratization lets non-experts use tools efficiently

14:54 Why AI literacy is crucial to prevent a technology divide

18:21 Book recommendations that explores technology’s societal impact

19:36 While AI’s impact is unpredictable; regulation and literacy are crucial

Today's guest is Dr. Lollie Mancey, Anthropologist, Futurist and Programme Director at UCD Innovation Academy. A self-described cyber anthropologist and futurist, Lollie effortlessly blends social anthropology, technology and entrepreneurship. Her interdisciplinary approach to understanding the world provides valuable insights into the ongoing cognitive revolution and the dynamic interplay between humans and technology.

Topics include:

0:00 A Cyber anthropologist blending academia, innovation, social justice & entrepreneurship

3:38 Her curious mind exploring AI’s deep societal, cognitive and justice impacts

6:47 Balancing roles, leveraging LinkedIn & being passionate about impactful connections

9:32 How years of storytelling, ritual study and preparation shape confident speaking

12:20 Why she values tangible learning over digital distractions

14:28 Why AI is overhyped with a hybrid human-AI future with unintended consequences

18:40 How AI companions reflect human loneliness, judgment and complex social needs

22:43 AI companionship can blur lines between personal data and humour

25:32 AI mirrors humanity’s flaws and strengths, guiding progress

27:26 AI empowers solo entrepreneurs, reshaping freedom and opportunity

28:45 Promoting AI literacy to bridge generations and ease loneliness

32:00 Excited for series two of Futureville exploring how Ireland shapes its future