In episode 15 of Venture Everywhere, Sylvia Kuyel, founding partner at Fund XX as part of Everywhere VC, interviews Liz O'Sullivan, founder and CEO at Vera, a startup leader and AI advocate advising early and mid-stage companies on Artificial Intelligence design practices, strategies, and product development. Liz discusses her startup experience and her mission to promote responsible AI. She highlights the unpredictable nature of AI and the necessity for human oversight. Liz also addresses challenges in scaling teams and fostering inclusivity in remote work environments. She believes AI can advance science but stresses the importance of governance and policies to protect marginalized communities.

In this episode, you will hear:

• The importance of being practical and realistic about the capabilities and limitations of AI, as well as the need for human control over its use.
• Vera as a gateway for companies looking to deploy AI and to foster its adoption while reducing risks.
• Potential benefits and risks of AI, including job automation, bias, and the transformation of various industries.
• Liz’s personal journey in the AI field, including her work at Clarifai and her decision to leave a job involving military applications of AI.
• The importance of understanding both the long-term risks and the immediate risks of AI, and the need for collaboration and compromise within the AI community.

Find Liz O'Sullivan at:

Website: https://www.askvera.io/

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lizzosullivan

Learn more about Sylvia and The Fund XX:

Website: https://everywhere.vc/

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sylvia-kuyel-3aa1803

Twitter: https://twitter.com/skuyel

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