In this latest episode of The AI Space Podcast, host Sanjay Kalluvilayil of Stonehaas Advisors, welcomes Richie Cotton, Senior Data Evangelist from  @DataCamp . Richie shares invaluable insights on how demonstrating your AI skills through building small, public prototypes can open doors and establish your credibility in this rapidly evolving field. He emphasizes that practical, real-world projects are the most effective way to showcase your expertise to potential employers, investors, or partners.

Richie dives into the hottest AI trends shaping the future, including reasoning AI, agentic AI, and multimodal AI—highlighting how these technologies are changing quickly and what business leaders need to focus on to see real ROI. He also discusses the importance of soft skills like ownership and communication, which he believes are crucial for long-term success, leadership, and scaling AI-driven businesses without unnecessary complexity.

Tune in to hear Richie’s perspective on democratizing AI skills, the importance of portfolio projects, and how to navigate the fast-changing AI landscape. Don’t miss the full episode—watch it here: https://youtu.be/O53pm27OAvs—and get inspired to accelerate your AI journey today!

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00:00 Introduction to AI and Its Impact

03:06 Emerging Trends in AI Technology

05:54 Skills and Strategies for AI Growth

08:40 The Importance of Communication in AI

11:36 DataCamp's Role in AI Education

14:52 Vision and Mindset for Long-Term Success

17:38 Scaling Businesses with AI

20:29 Building a Portfolio in AI

23:43 Getting Started with LLMs

26:36 Navigating the Challenges of AI

30:26 Simplifying Complex Processes with Automation

33:39 Leveraging AI for Sales Efficiency

38:02 Choosing the Right AI Tools for Development

39:24 Balancing AI Assistance with Control

40:31 Future Trends in AI and Robotics

42:25 Democratizing AI Skills Across Industries

45:43 The Impact of AI on Entry-Level Jobs

48:41 Ethics and Business Risks in AI Development

50:32 Encouragement for Entrepreneurs in AI

53:00 Connecting with DataCamp and Final Thoughts

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In this captivating episode of the AI Space Podcast, Sanjay Kalluvilayil of Stonehaas Advisors sits down with Rana Gujral, co-founder and CEO of Behavioral Signals, to explore the profound implications of AI on society, business, and the very nature of reality. Rana challenges us to rethink what we see as reality, describing it as a user interface crafted by evolution to simplify the complex beneath. They delve into the current state of AI, including the long-term potential of quantum supremacy, biological computing, and the pursuit of true sentience—building what Rana calls an "emotional operating system" that could be foundational to achieving Artificial General Intelligence (AGI).

The conversation moves into strategic insights for entrepreneurs and organizations, emphasizing the importance of leveraging existing AI tools for exponential growth, scaling efficiently, and avoiding unnecessary complexity. Rana shares his perspective on building agile, resource-light teams, the future of agent-based AI, and the importance of adopting systems one versus systems two thinking—paralleling human intuition with machine intelligence. He underscores the democratization of AI, highlighting how accessible tools are leveling the playing field and enabling even small startups to compete with giants by focusing on meaningful, repeatable value creation.

Finally, Rana discusses the ethical considerations surrounding AI development, the importance of guardrails, and responsible governance—especially as we approach the era of AGI and potential superintelligence. He encourages continuous learning, staying ahead of rapid innovations, and thinking boldly about the future while maintaining a moral compass. Don’t miss this mind-expanding episode—listen to the full conversation here: https://youtu.be/BLIoqytOKz4

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00:00 The Evolution of AI and Its Impact on Society

02:05 Trends and Strategies in AI for Growth

05:56 Rana Gujral's Journey into AI and Behavioral Signals

09:52 Understanding Human Emotions in AI Applications

13:44 The Future of AGI and Emotional Intelligence

17:41 Vision and Mindset for Long-Term Success

23:31 Questioning Reality: Simulation vs. Existence

31:56 Exploring Free Will and Determinism in AI

35:42 The Business of AI: Scaling and Efficiency

41:14 Cutting-Edge Tools for AI Development

46:47 Systems One vs. Systems Two Thinking in AI

54:45 Democratization of AI: Bridging the Gap

59:33 Ethical AI: Balancing Innovation and Responsibility

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In this episode of the AI Space Podcast hosted by Sanjay Kalluvilayil, guest Wade Foster, CEO and co-founder of Zapier, discusses the rapid rise of AI agents and emphasizes the importance of bounding and iterating their deployment. He highlights two key trends: autonomous agents capable of real-time work and test-time compute to improve responses with models like GPT-4. Wade notes that smaller, technically inclined companies are leading in AI experimentation, while larger organizations face deployment and compliance challenges.

Wade stresses that success in AI scaling requires a mindset of experimentation and continuous learning. He encourages entrepreneurs to test quickly, gather feedback, and refine their approaches to grow effectively. He also highlights the democratization of AI tools, stressing the importance of education on prompting and responsible use, including human-in-the-loop safety measures.

Finally, Wade shares practical advice on building scalable AI architectures, advocating for simple evaluation methods and quality control. He emphasizes the need for trust and structured oversight, using examples like statistical quality control from manufacturing. For those seeking to leverage AI responsibly and effectively, the full episode offers valuable insights—watch it here: https://youtu.be/8eeq3qSyhMc

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00:00 The Future of AI in Critical Operations

01:52 Trends in AI for 2025

06:03 AI Adoption Across Business Sizes

12:02 Zapier's Journey and Integration of AI

17:46 Entrepreneurial Mindset and Vision

23:55 Sales and Marketing Strategies for Startups

30:07 Scaling with AI Effectively

31:30 Fostering AI Adoption in Organizations

36:12 Building a Practical AI Architecture

39:05 Understanding APIs and Their Importance

42:46 Managing AI Agents and Their Challenges

48:50 Democratization of AI and Its Opportunities

54:17 Balancing Innovation with Ethical AI Governance

59:10 Encouragement for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

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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 this episode of The AI Space Podcast, host Sanjay Kalluvilayil, founder and CEO of Stonehaas Advisors, sits down with Tomer Azenkot, CEO of Vee24, to explore how AI is transforming digital customer engagement. From conversational commerce to live video chat, Tomer shares how Vee24 is empowering companies to deliver personalized, real-time experiences that drive loyalty and conversion.

The conversation covers practical strategies for integrating AI into customer service workflows, lessons learned from leading enterprise implementations, and what it takes to scale AI-powered solutions across industries. Tomer also talks about the future of virtual sales assistance and how companies can leverage automation without losing the human touch. If you’re building or buying AI for CX, this one’s packed with insight.

Catch the full conversation on The AI Space Podcast with Sanjay Kalluvilayil and guest Tomer Azenkot of Vee24. Watch now on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xc8mELHDEJ0

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00:00 The Human Element in AI

06:23 Trends in AI and Customer Engagement

12:56 The Role of Video in Customer Experience

18:37 Seamless Communication Across Channels

24:50 Balancing AI and Human Interaction

28:06 Vision and Mindset for Long-Term Success

31:27 Building Long-Term Relationships

34:49 Identifying Customer Pain Points

37:43 Integrating AI for Enhanced Customer Experience

42:04 Crafting a Robust AI Architecture

49:38 Democratizing AI Access

56:16 Balancing AI Innovation with Ethical Governance

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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.

What does it take to build an AI startup that actually solves real problems? In this episode of The AI Space Podcast, host Sanjay Kalluvilayil, founder and CEO of Stonehaas Advisors, sits down with Greg Michaelson, Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer of Zerve. Greg shares his unconventional journey—from Baptist preacher to Ph.D. in applied statistics to early DataRobot executive and now AI platform innovator. His insights into product-led growth, startup execution, and the state of AI tooling are sharp, candid, and highly actionable.

Greg opens up about Zerve’s mission to redefine data science and AI development environments for code-first users. From grappling with the inefficiencies of notebooks to designing an architecture that’s collaborative, serverless, and built for scale, Greg explains how Zerve is eliminating roadblocks for AI practitioners. He also discusses the company’s $7.6M seed round, the realities of venture capital in a post-2020 funding landscape, and why ideas are cheap but execution is everything.

This episode covers critical ground: startup strategy, ethical AI, business scaling, compute cost management, and the real challenges of democratization. Whether you're a founder, engineer, investor, or AI enthusiast, you’ll leave with fresh clarity and renewed drive.

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00:00 Execution Over Ideas

01:56 Trends in AI for 2025

05:14 Scaling Businesses in a Tight Market

07:12 Greg's Journey to AI

10:51 Building for Experts in AI

19:23 Entrepreneurial Strategy and Mindset

24:09 Navigating Seed Funding Challenges

28:51 The Value of Accelerators in Startup Growth

35:33 Navigating Revenue and Product Development

36:01 Essential Tools for AI and ML Architecture

43:09 Scaling the Business Without Complexity

45:30 Democratizing AI for Diverse Industries

51:20 Balancing Innovation with Ethical AI Practices

54:08 Encouragement for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

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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.

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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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.

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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.

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.

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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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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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Host Bio:

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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Website: https://stonehaasadvisors.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sanjaykalluvilayil/Linkedin Podcast: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-aispace-podcast-with-host-sanjay-kalluvilayil/

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Host Bio:

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.