Scott Kitun is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor. He currently serves as Advisor to the CEO at Republic, where he is building the infrastructure to enable retail investors to access private equity through tokenization. As a Strategic Advisor and Investor at KingsCrowd, Scott is helping to create the leading investment research and advisory firm for retail private markets, empowering everyday investors to make data-driven decisions in the private equity space. In this episode, KJ and Scott explore the impact of AI on the financial ecosystem and the need for investors to diversify to mitigate market volatility.

Episode Highlights:

09:11 The Underserved Market and Private Infrastructure

16:18 The Future of Retail Investing

23:43 Simplifying Transactions with Blockchain

24:20 Tokenization and Real-World Assets

26:25 Challenges in Retail Investment Access

36:25 Resources for Learning About Private Equity

Quote of the Show (16:00):

“Private equity in general has beat public stocks 19 out of 20 years…”- Scott Kitun

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kitun/

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https://www.linkedin.com/company/kingscrowd/

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Russell Mikowski is the CEO of SurePeople, a people intelligence platform, transforms workplace dynamics with AI-powered coaching and collaboration tools that enhance interactions, boost teamwork, and drive business success. In this episode, KJ and Russell explore the benefits of integrating these tools into everyday workflow applications like Slack and Zoom, enhancing communication, productivity, and employee morale. Russell also emphasizes the importance of understanding team dynamics and personal development.

Key Takeaways:

11:12 Challenges and Opportunities in Psychometric Assessments

20:28 The Impact of People Intelligence on Productivity

23:41 Impact on Workplace Productivity and Morale

25:34 Reducing Meeting Time to Combat Burnout

28:02 Introducing the Prism Psychometric Self-Assessment

30:36 The Future of AI and Human Interaction in the Workplace

Quote of the Show (15:00):

“Ten percent of employees get eighty percent of development investment,” – Russell Mikowski

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France Hoang is the Co-founder and CEO of BoodleBox, a collaborative GenAI platform for higher education that enables professors and students to work together responsibly with top AI tools. In this episode, KJ and France cover the importance of critical thinking, domain expertise, and responsible AI use in modern education.

Key Takeaways:

01:33 AI's Impact on Education

04:14 Challenges and Opportunities in AI-Driven Education

09:16 AI Readiness: Domain Expertise and Enablement

16:29 Real-World Applications and Benefits of AI in Education

18:16 Experiential Learning and Critical Thinking with AI

20:37 The Future of AI in Education and Lifelong Learning

Quote of the Show (5:00):

"AI is revolutionizing every industry, and education is on the front line of this change." – France Hoang

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/franceqhoang/

Company LInkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/boodleboxai/

Company Website: https://boodlebox.ai/edu/

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Devon Shigaki is the mind behind FreshCredit, a company that is dedicated to increasing access to credit on a global scale and empowering individuals to own and manage their own personal data. In this episode, KJ and Devon explore the broader implications of decentralized credit reporting, its simple yet groundbreaking application of blockchain, and the potential for creating a more inclusive financial landscape.

Key Takeaways:

03:56 The Problem with Current Credit Systems

06:57 The Controversy of Blockchain in Credit Reporting

13:28 Devon's Personal Experience with Identity Theft

18:35 FreshCredit's Innovative Solutions

Quote of the Show (14:00):

"Fear of not fixing the problem drives me." – Devon Shigaki

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Olfa Hamdi is the Co-Founder & CEO of Concord Project Technologies, a company helping project teams in asset intensive industries deliver superior results to their capital project organizations. In this episode, KJ and Olfa delve into the inefficiencies and outdated methods that plague the construction industry and discuss how Olfa's pioneering framework, Advanced Work Packaging (AWP), is transforming project management. 

Key Takeaways:

15:20 The Importance of Early Involvement in Construction

17:26 Breaking Down the Status Quo

18:02 Empowering Through Micro Learning

18:55 Industry Adoption and Impact

Quote of the Show (18:00):

"Risk in construction projects is like energy. It transforms, it doesn't disappear." – Olfa Hamdi

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Company LinkedIn: http://www.tconglobal.com/blog

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Autumn Cushman is the Co-Founder & CEO of ShiftRx, a company solving the clinician shortage and building an autonomous staffing agent to reduce administrative burdens placed on clinicians and healthcare administrators; starting in pharmacy. In this episode, KJ and Autumn explore the systemic issues, shocking statistics, and real-life examples illustrating the urgent need for disruption and innovation in the healthcare industry.

Key Takeaways:

05:21 The Root Causes of Burnout and Staffing Issues

10:42 The Impact of Understaffing on Patient Care

17:12 Innovative Solutions: AI and Automation in Healthcare

20:37 Medical Errors and Administrative Burdens

25:23 Administrative Burdens in Rural Healthcare

Quote of the Show (24:00):

"By automating non-clinical tasks, we can increase provider salaries by 30-40%." - AK Cushman

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Company LinkedIn: https://www.shiftrx.io/

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Castleigh Johnson is the Founder and CEO of MyHomePathway, a company changing the mortgage acquisition process and expanding opportunities to achieve the American Dream. In this episode, KJ and Castleigh explore the historical context of redlining, the persistent wealth gap, and how innovative fintech solutions can foster equity and transform the mortgage landscape.

Key Takeaways:

02:17 Systemic Barriers in Financial Services

05:19 Historical Context: Redlining and Its Impact

09:41 Current Home Ownership Statistics

12:06 Economic Impact of First-Time Home Buyers

21:35 Understanding Mortgage Rejections

24:18 Transparency in Underwriting

Quote of the Show (11:00):

"Home ownership is a trillion-dollar opportunity, not just a societal issue." – Castleigh Johnson

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Josef is the founder of BrikMate, a company using AI to transform how commercial real estate teams manage, analyze, and extract insights from complex lease data. In this episode, KJ and Josef delve into the importance of confidence and curiosity for innovators and the potential of AI to revolutionize the service industry. 

Key Takeaways:

05:41 Evolution of Cybersecurity Threats

08:14 Modern Phishing and Social Engineering Tactics

10:32 Deepfake and Advanced Cyber Attacks

19:50 AI in Cybercrime: The Nigerian Email Scam

26:19 Future of Cybersecurity: AI vs. Human

Quote of the Show (19:00):

“The customer doesn't always know what they want. It takes someone who's confident, curious, and willing to take action" – Josef Pipoly

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Company LinkedIn: https://www.brikmate.com/

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Ross Lazer is the Co-Founder and CEO of Mirage Security, a company using AI to simulate realistic spear-phishing attacks, including voice-based simulations using deepfakes, to train employees to recognize and resist social engineering tactics. In this episode, KJ and Ross uncover the evolving landscape of cybersecurity where attackers are increasingly targeting human weaknesses using sophisticated AI techniques. Ross reveals how Mirage Security is utilizing AI to simulate realistic phishing attacks, including voice and video deepfakes, to train employees and outsmart potential threats. They discuss the rapid advancements in social engineering tactics, the importance of contrarian thinking in innovation, and the future of cybersecurity training.

Key Takeaways:

05:41 Evolution of Cybersecurity Threats

08:14 Modern Phishing and Social Engineering Tactics

10:32 Deepfake and Advanced Cyber Attacks

19:50 AI in Cybercrime: The Nigerian Email Scam

26:19 Future of Cybersecurity: AI vs. Human

Quote of the Show (16:00):

“In cybersecurity, the real challenge isn't just the technology; it's transforming the human side from our greatest vulnerability into our strongest defense." – Ross Lazer

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Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/miragesecurity/

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Elina Onitskansky is the founder & CEO of Ilant Health, a value-based center of excellence for obesity and cardiometabolic health. In this episode, KJ and Elina discuss the nuances of obesity care, the importance of personalized, evidence-based treatment, and the challenges of overcoming ineffective, fad-driven solutions. Elina shares her personal journey with obesity and her vision for a first-of-its-kind value-based center of excellence leveraging technology and analytics to treat obesity effectively.

Episode Highlights:

03:17 The Complexity of Obesity Treatment

18:10 Understanding BMI and Cardiometabolic Health

19:51 Understanding Obesity Categories

21:15 Obesity Statistics in the US

Quote of the Show (16:00):

"The reality is that we as a society have a belief that obesity is not a disease." - Elina Onitskansky

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Company website: https://www.ilanthealth.com/

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