What does it take to build a billion-dollar AI company, scale responsibly, and still make time to teach the next generation of innovators? In this powerhouse episode of The AI Space Podcast, host Sanjay Kalluvilayil, founder and CEO of Stonehaas Advisors, sits down with Ari Kaplan, Head of Evangelism at Databricks, for a masterclass in data intelligence, responsible AI, and scaling with purpose. From his early days pioneering sports analytics and inspiring the Moneyball movement to helping Databricks shape the future of AI infrastructure, Ari shares lessons every AI founder and tech strategist needs to hear.

Together, Sanjay and Ari explore the foundational and emerging pillars of AI success—from structured and unstructured data strategies to cutting-edge technologies like Lakehouse architecture, MLflow, and semantic data intelligence platforms. Ari dives deep into what it takes to turn raw data into scalable insights, what makes partnerships with giants like SAP and Palantir so transformative, and how open-source and pay-as-you-go platforms are leveling the playing field for startups. He also shares advice for founders navigating Series A growth, building unicorn-worthy ventures, and creating ethical AI that respects both data and people.

Don’t miss this wide-ranging and inspiring conversation with one of the most influential voices in AI today. Check out the full episode of The AI Space Podcast with host Sanjay Kalluvilayil and guest Ari Kaplan here: https://youtu.be/hAvOPtNn5eo

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00:00 The Importance of Communication in AI

01:00 Introduction to Databricks and Ari Kaplan

02:22 Emerging Trends in AI for 2025

04:18 Scaling Businesses with AI Insights

06:43 Ari Kaplan's Journey into AI

15:27 Understanding Databricks and the Lakehouse Concept

23:36 The Moneyball Story and Its Impact on Sports Analytics

32:54 Understanding LLMs and Model Evaluation

41:06 Building a Robust AI Architecture

49:18 Scaling Businesses and Achieving Unicorn Status

53:09 Democratizing AI and Data Access

57:29 Ethical AI: Balancing Innovation and Governance

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Sanjay Kalluvilayil is a visionary leader with 30+ years of experience with a specialty in Go-to-Market Strategy & Execution. He is the Founder of Stonehaas Advisors, The AI Space Podcast, and working on some stealth AI start-ups.

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Stonehaas Advisors provides a Comprehensive Portfolio of Consultancy & Fractional CXO Services to Guide Companies Across the Full Cycle of Business & Technology Initiatives. The company empowers Founders and businesses struggling with cash flows to grow, transform, and scale to new levels and dimensions.

In the latest episode of The AI Space Podcast, host Sanjay Kalluvilayil welcomes Ido Adler, founder and CEO of Binomical LLC, to unpack the real-world impact of AI on business. With a rich background leading roles at Google, AWS, and SAP, Ido shares powerful insights on the evolving role of agentic AI, the future of automation, and the rise of solution-agnostic models.

This isn’t just theory—Ido breaks down how AI is being used to solve business process challenges today, from scalable automation to smarter customer engagement. He also shares his personal journey from enterprise tech to startup life, and the psychological grit needed to build something meaningful. His message is clear: in today’s AI era, adaptability is your strongest asset.

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00:00 The Future of Business and AI Integration

01:54 Trends in AI for 2025

04:43 Scaling Challenges for Founders

07:32 Ido Adler's Journey into AI

11:15 Binomical's Solution Agnostic Approach

13:41 Building Practical and Scalable AI

24:15 The Commoditization of AI and Its Implications

31:24 AI in Healthcare and Finance

38:23 Entrepreneurship and Building a Team

45:02 Leveraging AI for Business Efficiency

50:13 Bridging the AI Accessibility Gap

55:31 Ethics in AI Development

59:51 Encouragement for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

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Sanjay Kalluvilayil is a visionary leader with 30+ years of experience with a specialty in Go-to-Market Strategy & Execution. He is the Founder of Stonehaas Advisors, The AI Space Podcast, and working on some stealth AI start-ups.

Company Bio:

Stonehaas Advisors provides a Comprehensive Portfolio of Consultancy & Fractional CXO Services to Guide Companies Across the Full Cycle of Business & Technology Initiatives. The company empowers Founders and businesses struggling with cash flows to grow, transform, and scale to new levels and dimensions.

AI isn’t about hype—it’s about solving real problems. In this episode of The AI Space Podcast, host Sanjay Kalluvilayil is joined by Julien Simon, Chief Evangelist at Arcee.ai, for a wide-ranging conversation on building scalable, cost-effective, and domain-adapted AI solutions using small language models.

Together, they cut through the noise around automation, open source, and large-scale model performance, zeroing in on what truly matters for enterprises: ROI, responsible innovation, and solving business problems faster and smarter. From Julien’s experience at AWS and Hugging Face to his work now at Arcee.ai, you'll hear powerful insights on enterprise AI adoption, distillation techniques, and how to integrate open-source models into high-impact business workflows.

Whether you’re a founder trying to scale, a technologist looking for better tools, or a corporate team trying to figure out what’s real and what’s fluff in AI—this episode will help you understand how to build AI that actually works.

Watch the full episode of The AI Space Podcast here: https://youtu.be/Eog_ErwKB5k

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00:00 The Value of AI in Business

02:52 AI as an Accelerator, Not a Replacement

06:14 The Role of the Technical Evangelist

08:57 Transitioning from AWS to Hugging Face

11:50 Understanding the Importance of User Experience

15:08 The Shift to Enterprise Solutions

17:57 The Role of Small Language Models

21:07 The Limitations of Current AI Models

23:54 The Future of AI in Enterprises

31:52 The Advantages of Small Language Models

36:14 Building and Training Small Language Models

43:43 Democratizing AI: Challenges and Opportunities

53:31 Bootstrapping and Funding Your AI Venture

56:54 Encouragement for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

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Sanjay Kalluvilayil is a visionary leader with 30+ years of experience with a specialty in Go-to-Market Strategy & Execution. He is the Founder of Stonehaas Advisors, The AI Space Podcast, and working on some stealth AI start-ups.

Company Bio:

Stonehaas Advisors provides a Comprehensive Portfolio of Consultancy & Fractional CXO Services to Guide Companies Across the Full Cycle of Business & Technology Initiatives. The company empowers Founders and businesses struggling with cash flows to grow, transform, and scale to new levels and dimensions.

How do we build a future where technology and humanity thrive together?

In this episode, Nova Lorraine, founder of House of Nova, joins The AI Space Podcast hosted by Sanjay Kalluvilayil to explore the intersection of AI, digital fashion, and entrepreneurship. From empowering women in Web3 to leveraging AI for personalization and immersive experiences, Nova shares her insights on how technology is shaping the next generation of innovation.

Key topics:

🔹 AI-driven fashion & digital couture

🔹 Ethical & responsible AI in business

🔹 Scaling startups with AI-powered tools

🔹 The power of community & entrepreneurship"

AI is just a tool—but how we use it determines the future." – Nova LorraineJoin us as we uncover game-changing insights for AI founders, technologists, and business leaders!

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00:00 Human-Centric Technology Development

02:04 Emerging Trends in AI for 2025

05:47 Scaling Businesses with AI Insights

06:43 Nova Lorraine's Journey to AI and Fashion

09:03 The Vision Behind House of Nova

11:54 Target Audience and Use Cases

13:48 MVP Development and Methodology

17:36 The Importance of Pitching and Market Research

20:30 Community-Driven Business Models

29:35 Building the Technology Stack

31:01 Building the Foundation: Technology and Development

38:29 Scaling Strategies: Customer Acquisition and Automation

45:05 Democratizing AI: Bridging the Accessibility Gap

50:44 Ethics in AI: Balancing Innovation with Responsibility

57:49 Encouragement and Inspiration: Taking the Leap

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Sanjay Kalluvilayil is a visionary leader with 30+ years of experience with a specialty in Go-to-Market Strategy & Execution. He is the Founder of Stonehaas Advisors, The AI Space Podcast, and working on some stealth AI start-ups.

Company Bio:

Stonehaas Advisors provides a Comprehensive Portfolio of Consultancy & Fractional CXO Services to Guide Companies Across the Full Cycle of Business & Technology Initiatives. The company empowers Founders and businesses struggling with cash flows to grow, transform, and scale to new levels and dimensions.

Will your company stay normal or become exponential? If you want to scale at an unprecedented level, you must have a plan to integrate AI. On The AI Space Podcast, host Sanjay Kalluvilayil, Founder & CEO of Stonehaas Advisors, sits down with Alberto Rodrigues, Director of Sales & Contracts at Knight Aerospace, to explore AI’s role in business transformation, project management, and strategic growth.

With over 20 years of experience managing large-scale technology projects, Alberto shares his insights on how AI is becoming the “new Microsoft Office”—a fundamental tool for professionals across industries. They dive into the biggest AI trends for 2025, the rebound effect of AI, and why businesses must balance innovation with a human touch to succeed in an increasingly automated world.

In this episode, they discuss AI’s role in business scaling and digital transformation, the paradox of automation where AI replaces certain jobs but increases the need for human connection, and how companies can democratize AI to stay ahead. They also cover the integration of AI in project management, automating workflows to improve efficiency, and the importance of ethical AI practices and data privacy to balance speed with responsibility.

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00:00 Introduction to AI and Business Transformation

02:50 The Human Element in AI

06:13 AI as a Fundamental Skill for Professionals

09:04 Navigating the AI Hype Cycle

11:57 The Role of AI in Business Value

14:50 Alberto's Journey into AI and Aerospace

18:09 Building AI Tools for Business Efficiency

20:58 Ethics and Responsible AI Implementation

23:52 Future Trends in AI Technology

28:08 The Future of AI in Search and Customer Experience

31:54 Innovative Tools for Enhanced Brainstorming

32:54 Understanding Project Management and Program Management

39:11 The Role of AI in Project Management

44:26 Challenges and Opportunities in AI Democratization

50:43 Balancing AI Innovation with Ethical Governance

53:40 Concluding Insights for Future Growth

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Company Bio:

Stonehaas Advisors provides a Comprehensive Portfolio of Consultancy & Fractional CXO Services to Guide Companies Across the Full Cycle of Business & Technology Initiatives. The company empowers Founders and businesses struggling with cash flows to grow, transform, and scale to new levels and dimensions.

The AI landscape is evolving at lightning speed, and startups are in a prime position to leverage cutting-edge innovations for scalable success. On The AI Space Podcast, host Sanjay Kalluvilayil, Founder & CEO, Stonehaas Advisors, sits down with Anastasiia Prydius, Head of Product Development at AccelIQ.Digital, to dive into the most game-changing AI trends for 2025. From inference efficiency and cybersecurity advancements to the democratization of AI, Anastasiia shares insights that every AI innovator needs to hear.

In this episode, Anastasiia emphasizes the importance of balancing AI innovation with responsible implementation, ensuring businesses optimize their technology stack, cost efficiency, and data readiness before deploying AI solutions. She also discusses how startups can bootstrap AI development successfully, focusing on high-impact use cases that deliver real business value. The conversation also explores how AI is transforming industries and why a business-first mindset is crucial for sustainable AI adoption.

Don’t miss out on this AI deep dive! Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/AltB-VHI2kE and stay ahead of the AI revolution.

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00:00 Introduction to AI Trends and Innovations

05:05 Scaling Businesses with AI

10:01 Anastasia's Journey in AI

15:02 Product Development in AI

20:06 Building a Scalable AI Tech Stack

25:09 Recent Developments in AI

30:11 Reinforcement Learning and AI's Future

31:33 Deep Practice and Learning Pathways

39:21 Scaling AI in Business

48:12 Democratization of AI

55:24 Ethical AI and Governance

01:00:31 Final Thoughts and Insights

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Company Bio:

Stonehaas Advisors provides a Comprehensive Portfolio of Consultancy & Fractional CXO Services to Guide Companies Across the Full Cycle of Business & Technology Initiatives. The company empowers Founders and businesses struggling with cash flows to grow, transform, and scale to new levels and dimensions.

00:00 Meeting Customers Where They Are

00:00 The Rise of AI and Its Impact on Business

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