In this episode of The Beautiful AI Podcast, we sit down with Emmanuel Paraskakis—CEO of Level 250 and a global expert in API strategy, developer experience, and platform product management. With a 20-year track record building and scaling API programs at Oracle,
SmartBear, Apiary, and Verisk, Emmanuel shares why APIs have become essential infrastructure for brands looking to innovate quickly and deliver modern digital experiences. 

We explore how APIs enable beauty and fashion brands to unlock AI-powered capabilities like
skin analysis, virtual try-on, personalization, and content creation—without needing to build complex technology in-house. Emmanuel breaks down what makes a great API partner, how brands should evaluate integration readiness, and why API-first thinking will define the next
wave of beauty tech.

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Learn more about Emmanuel Paraskakis & Level 250:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmanuelparaskakis/
https://www.level250.com/
 
Learn more about Perfect Corp.:
https://www.perfectcorp.com/business
https://www.linkedin.com/company/perfect-corp/  
 
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Connect with Wayne Liu, the Host: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wayneliu88/  
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Timestamps:
00:36 Introduction to APIs with Emmanuel Paraskakis

01:53 The Business Strategy Behind APIs

03:04 The Critical Role of APIs in Innovation

06:55 Evaluating API Partners for Long-Term Success

10:07 Perfect Corp.'s Shift to API Strategy

15:08 Future Trends in API Technology

22:27 Advice for Brands Starting Their API Journey

24:35 Final Thoughts