On this episode, host Sima Vasa is joined by Dr. Loubna Bouarfa, CEO and Founder of OKRA.ai and Member of the Board of Advisors of the Oxford Internet Institute, who shares her unique perspective on the ethical questions around the increasing capabilities of AI technology.



Sima and Dr. Bouarfa discuss the following:



- How different business models can leverage new technologies to either improve or harm society.



- Why transparency in AI development and implementation is essential to maintaining consumer protections.



- How aligning the incentives of regulatory bodies and technology developers can create natural safeguards against harmful business models. 



- The neutral nature of technology and the potential it holds for both positive and negative implementation.



Dr. Bouarfa’s work puts her on the frontier of technological development and gives her a unique insight into the future of data acquisition and consumer privacy as new AI tools are rolled out.



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- Oxford Internet Institute



- Sima Vasa



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Ethical Quandaries in AI Models with Dr. Loubna Bouarfa at OKRA.ai

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On this episode, host Sima Vasa talks with Georgina Nelson, CEO and Founder of TruRating. They delve into the transformative role of consumer feedback in retail and how Georgina’s varied career path contributed to her innovative approach to business.



Key Takeaways:



(01:39) Georgina’s journey from psychology to law.



(03:00) Reliable consumer data is vital.



(04:07) Career twists and following intuition.



(06:46) Greetings in retail boost sales.



(07:26) Integrating feedback with payment terminals.



(09:24) Impact of store greetings on loyalty.



(12:00) Ethical data use and supporting charities.



(14:10) The challenges of tech in traditional retail.



(17:49) TruRating’s growth and scalability.



(19:48) Purpose-driven ethics in business.



Resources Mentioned:



TruRating







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Unlocking the Secrets of Customer Satisfaction at the Point of Purchase

On this episode, host Sima Vasa welcomes Rick West, Co-Founder and CEO of Field Agent. They delve into Rick’s journey from a significant tenure at Procter & Gamble to establishing Field Agent, a company at the forefront of retail and consumer data innovation. The discussion uncovers how Rick’s strategic use of corporate severance as seed money laid the foundation for Field Agent’s success, the company’s growth through acquisitions and the pivotal role of technology in reshaping retail analytics. Rick’s insights provide a comprehensive look at the evolution of consumer data collection and its impact on retail strategies.



Key Takeaways:



(02:15) Rick West reflects on the leap from Procter & Gamble to entrepreneurship.



(05:40) Insight into FieldAgent’s innovative start and market impact.



(11:20) Rick discusses using severance as seed money for business ventures.



(15:30) Expansion of FieldAgent through strategic acquisitions and technology.



(20:45) The crucial role of consumer engagement in data collection.



(25:50) Adaptation of retail to technological advancements and consumer expectations.



(30:10) The importance of mobile tech in enhancing retail experiences.



(33:25) Rick emphasizes the value of real-time data in retail decision-making.



(35:40) Looking ahead: The future of retail analytics and consumer data.



Resources Mentioned:



Field Agent



Procter & Gamble







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Behind the Success of Field Agent with Co-Founder Rick West

On this episode, host Sima Vasa sits down with Chris Havemann, CEO of RealityMine, to explore the evolution of data collection and its impact on market research. Chris shares experiences gained from his journey in the insights industry, highlighting the shift from survey data to behavioral data collection.



Key Takeaways:



(01:18) The beginnings of Chris Havemann’s entrepreneurial journey.



(02:12) Chris transitioned from a corporate career to starting his own business and pivoted from the mobile channel to Research Now.



(03:09) The growth and success of Research Now and Chris’s personal break before joining RealityMine.



(08:27) RealityMine’s focus is on revealing real-life behaviors through passive metering technology.



(10:04) The significant role mobile device usage plays in understanding consumer behavior.



(14:05) Discussion on the insights industry’s approach to respondent experience and the potential for AI to transform data analysis.



(17:25) RealityMine appoints a chief AI officer and the impact of AI on the insights industry.



(21:04) Scenario planning for the future use of AI and synthetic data in market research.



(23:01) Chris Havemann’s perspective on the future of advertising and the concentration of media power.







Resources Mentioned:



RealityMine Website



Research Now Website







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Leading Through Innovation and Insight with Chris Havemann of RealityMine

On this episode of Data Gurus, Sima Vasa and Patrick Comer, Co-Founders of restecher, delve into the intricacies of the Restech industry. They discuss how it’s reshaping market research, integrating new technologies and influencing business strategies. Their conversation highlights the impact of the Restech landscape on traditional research methods and the emerging role of AI in decision-making processes, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of technology and market insights.



Key Takeaways:



(01:24) Highlighting the growing importance of Restech in market research.



(02:14) Recent developments in mergers, acquisitions and funding in the Restech arena.



(03:05) Restech has played a significant role in redefining the market research industry.



(06:09) Company roles and identities within the Restech space continue to evolve.



(07:59) Reinforcing the value of traditional market research in the face of technological advancements.



(10:01) AI exhibits potential — but also challenges — in market research and insights generation.



(12:37) What impact has AI had on brand and research agency relationships?



(14:26) How veteran research agencies can adapt and utilize historical data in the AI age.



(17:33) Continuous technological advancements and their implications in market research.



(19:13) Precise decision-making is critical in an AI-influenced research environment.







Resources Mentioned:



Restech Landscape



Restech Website







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Restech with Patrick Comer and Sima Vasa

On this episode, host Sima Vasa sits down with Arman Eshraghi, CEO and Founder of Qrvey, for an in-depth conversation about revolutionizing data analytics through seamless integration of collection, analysis and automation processes. Arman unveils the unique capabilities of Qrvey, highlighting its role in enhancing SaaS applications with advanced embedded business analytics.



Key Takeaways:



(01:15) Sima Vasa introduces Qrvey’s transformative role in data analytics.



(05:20) The pivotal role embedded analytics plays in SaaS application insights.



(10:30) The advantages of Qrvey’s OEM model for external analytics.



(15:45) Overcoming in-house development challenges with Qrvey.



(20:55) Tailoring analytics solutions to industry-specific needs.



(25:40) Analytics as a strategic tool in SaaS decision-making.



(30:50) Success stories from businesses that have adopted Qrvey.



(35:30) Qrvey’s vision for the future of data analytics.



Resources Mentioned:



Qrvey







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Ethical Quandaries in AI Models with Dr. Loubna Bouarfa at OKRA.ai

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