The Rare Executives Business Briefing

The Rare Executives Business Briefing

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The Rare Executives Business Briefing episodes

  • From Civil Engineering to FinTech: Marc Roberts' Journey with Zyft

    In this episode of Rare Executives, host Marc Roberts, founder and CEO of Zyfton, joins us to discuss the evolving landscape of fintech and the future of integrated payments. Based in the beautiful state of Utah, Mark shares his unique journey from civil engineering to co-founding a fintech company. He reflects on his career milestones, including the impact of the 2007 real estate market crash, which significantly shaped his career path. Tune in as we explore payment technologies, strategic leadership within fintech, and what lies ahead for the industry. Don't miss this insightful conversation that delves into redefining fintech and scalable solutions for growth.
    00:00:00 - Introduction and Guest Welcome
    00:00:47 - Podcast Structure Overview
    00:01:17 - Marc Roberts' Background and Career Journey
    00:04:52 - Vision for the Payments Landscape
    00:08:28 - Challenges in Shaping Zyft and Leadership Lessons
    00:10:50 - Innovation in Payments Technology
    00:13:03 - Integrated Payments and User Experience
    00:15:03 - Customer Size and Market Segments
    00:16:08 - Strategies for Scaling and Leadership in Fintech
    00:17:44 - Team Building and Talent Management
    00:20:07 - Remote Work and Its Impact
    00:20:40 - Future Trends in Fintech and Integrated Payments
    00:24:12 - Cashless Society and Digital Currency
    00:26:58 - Exciting Projects and Initiatives at Zyft
    00:28:31 - Final Advice for Founders and Leaders
    00:30:57 - How to Connect with Zyft and Closing Remarks

    33 min
  • Predictive AI in Cybersecurity: A Conversation with Luigi Lenguito of Bfore AI

    In this episode of the Rare Executives podcast, host Luigi Lenguito, founder and CEO of Bfore AI, shares insights into the intersection of predictive AI and cybersecurity. Set against the backdrop of a sunny day in Montpellier, France, Luigi reflects on his journey from a passion for speed in motorsports to leading innovation in tech. The conversation is structured into four key segments: Luigi's leadership philosophy, emerging trends in AI and cybersecurity, strategies for hiring and building effective teams in these domains, and a forward-looking discussion on the future of predictive AI in threat prevention. Join us as we explore how predictive AI is set to revolutionise cybersecurity and enhance threat prevention strategies.


    00:00:00 - Introduction and Guest Welcome

    00:00:16 - Theme: Harnessing Predictive AI in Cybersecurity

    00:00:54 - Luigi's Background and Travel

    00:01:17 - Luigi's Racing Career

    00:01:53 - Podcast Structure Overview

    00:02:10 - Introduction to Bfore AI

    00:04:03 - Luigi's Early Career Milestones

    00:06:45 - Leadership Style and Philosophy

    00:08:40 - Challenges and Opportunities in Tech Leadership

    00:12:25 - Innovation and Trends in Predictive Cybersecurity

    00:18:06 - Before AI's Pre-Crime Platform

    00:22:38 - Strategic Hiring and Team Building

    00:27:11 - Advice for Attracting and Retaining Top Talent

    00:32:33 - Future of Predictive AI in Cybersecurity

    00:35:13 - Final Thoughts and Advice for Entrepreneurs

    00:37:01 - Call to Action and How to Connect with Bfore AI

    42 min
  • From Concept to Reality: How Zonix is Revolutionizing Asset Ownership - Sanjeev Birari

    In this episode of the Rare Executives podcast, host Maurice sits down with Sanjeev Bharari, co-founder and CBO of Zonix, to discuss the future of asset tokenization. Recorded from sunny California, Sanjeev shares insights on the current trends in digital currency, highlighting the growing interest from major figures like Donald Trump and Elon Musk. He explains the significance of Silicon Valley's slow adoption of Web3 technologies and how Zonix is at the forefront of this innovation. The conversation explores the intersection of technology and finance, providing listeners with a deeper understanding of asset tokenization and its implications for the future. Tune in for an engaging discussion that bridges the gap between tech founders and venture capitalists in the evolving landscape of AI and FinTech.

    [00:02:12] Asset tokenization and real estate.

    [00:03:58] Asset tokenization on blockchain.

    [00:08:32] Real world asset tokenization.

    [00:11:45] Importance of leadership in fintech.

    [00:17:07] Qualities for innovative team members.

    [00:20:08] Future of asset tokenization.

    [00:24:16] Private equity data center fund.

    [00:26:21] Future of asset tokenization.

    [00:29:40] Startup patience and challenges.

    32 min
  • Leaders on AI & Fintech - Sandeep Sinha, Founder and CEO at Arficus

    In this episode of the Rare Executives podcast, host Maurice welcomes Sandeep Sinha, founder and CEO of Medini and Arphicus. Sandeep shares insights from his recent work in Uttarakhand, India, where he is involved in projects aimed at uplifting local communities. The conversation touches on the festive atmosphere following Diwali and transitions into pressing topics such as the global aging population and the role of AI-powered innovations in healthcare. Listeners can expect an engaging discussion about the intersection of technology and societal betterment, as well as Sandeep's experiences as a founder in the rapidly evolving landscape of FinTech and AI. Tune in for a thought-provoking dialogue that highlights the importance of innovation in addressing contemporary challenges.
    He chats with ⁠Maurice, Director and Founder of Rare Executives in this episode.
    #artificialintelligence #AI #machinelearning

    37 min
  • Rare Executives Business Briefing - Brian Mort, ex-CEO EMEA, Blue Prism

    Brian Mort is a successful and passionate technology executive with a track record of high growth execution—encompassing blue chip, turnaround, startup through to NASDAQ flotation, and M&A exits. Backed by his experience as CEO and President at multiple enterprises, Brian is well-versed in leading global markets through digital transformation, igniting direct enterprise sales, consulting, and alliance channels across all industries.

    He chats with Maurice Thompson, Director and Founder of Rare Executives in this episode.
    #artificialintelligence #AI #machinelearning

    28 min
  • Rare Executives Business Briefing - Karl Eastwood, Global Lingo

    Global Lingo provides AI-powered transcription, translation and interpreting services. They are an industry-challenging language solutions provider working with the latest language technologies to provide the best level of service at the best possible speed. Using technologies such as Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR), Machine Translation (MT), Translation Memories (TM) and more into their available workflows in order to meet constantly evolving client needs.

    Karl Eastwood is a world-class CEO, and joined Global Lingo in 2011 as a bookkeeper, tasked with establishing the company internal finance function. Since then, Karl has played a very significant role in developing systems and processes at Global Lingo, as well as leading the expansion of our global presence. Currently based in the Chicago office, Karl is responsible for creating and executing the company vision and strategy through the leadership of the senior management team.
    He chats with Maurice Thompson, Director and Founder of Rare Executives in this episode.
    #artificialintelligence #AI #machinelearning

    28 min
  • The Rare Executives Podcast - with guest Tim Williams, CISO

    Tim Williams is a world-class CISO with 15+ years of experience delivering differentiation to the business though the right application of technology, security, privacy and risk management to promote and enhance business objectives. He chat's with Maurice Thompson, Director and Founder or Rare Executives in the 1st episode.

    We cover off vital questions, such as:

    • Demand – today there are 100's of CISO roles and over 5,000 cyber-security related jobs worldwide posted on LinkedIn. Why the boom in cyber security roles?
    • Who are these companies trying to protect themselves from?
    • As a CISO, what challenges have you had to overcome?
    • What makes a good CISO?
    • What happens when it goes wrong?
    • How do you go about building a productive culture?
    • What challenges have you had to overcome as a key hire for the company?
    • What changes did the pandemic bring for you and the business?
    • How do you see this market evolving over the next few years, ie what does the future look like?
    • Will AI be a core component of all cyber security systems?
    • Will the cyber security industry focus on cyber warfare threats?
    • Will there be more hackers to deal with?
    • Do we need to develop more cyber security talent?
    • Will legacy tech continue to be an issue?


      • We hope you enjoy the episode and don't forget to follow the channel to keep in touch with the latest episodes.


      #CISO #Leadership #Cyber

      33 min

    About The Rare Executives Business Briefing

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    This series is for any leaders in growing AI/ML tech companies, whether you're a founder or in the C-suite.