Maker 2 Market Amanda George

On this episode of Maker To Market, Amanda George and Chris Wynder dive into the world of technology and its impact on business. They discuss the importance of ethics and risk management in product launches, as well as the need for governance and regulation in the tech industry. The conversation also explores the challenges and misconceptions surrounding data, APIs, and AI in businesses, emphasizing the value of data and the need for a clear strategy. Tune in to gain insights into the complexities of leveraging data and AI in business operations and the evolving nature of work in the modern world.

In this episode of Maker To Market, Amanda George interviews Dale Calder, CEO and co-founder of InSkill. They discuss the ethical implications of technology, the difficulty of quantifying mental health disorders in employees, and the impact of technology on our lives. Dale emphasizes that technology is here to aid us, not replace us, and encourages developers to use empathy to understand the needs of the user and to build better software.

On this episode of Maker To Market, Amanda George interviews Matt McCoy, cofounder of Jobby and founder of two other startups. Matt shares his experience with product development and the trends he has noticed in the market. He explains that technology has made it easier to avoid mistakes, but that building a startup is still an experiment and requires a lot of iteration. He also talks about his experience with an offshore team and the importance of being specific and realistic about the ask.

On this episode of Maker To Market, Amanda George and Jamie Lee Beckland explore the concept of APIs and the strategies businesses should consider when implementing AI technology. They also discuss the challenges of leveraging AI and APIs to manage data lakes, the implications of connected cars and the introduction of AI into customer service, and the cultural context and security implications of connected lock systems. Lastly, they cover the importance of API management and the strategies needed to build a successful API.

On this episode of Maker to Mark, Amanda George interviews Bryan Sperber, President and CEO of Michael Waltrip Brewing Company. Bryan explains how his background in NASCAR racing led him to create the beer company and how operations, business to consumer, and business to business strategies are similar in both racing and beer making. He also talks about the different types of beer containers, technology, and how they have been able to leverage their platform to raise growth capital. Finally, Bryan reflects on the journey of building the company and the satisfaction of seeing people enjoy the beer they have created.

On this episode of Maker To Market, Amanda George interviews Lance Johnson from Whiteboard Geeks. Lance discusses the shift to social media and the emergence of new age marketing, as well as the challenges of staying relevant in the B2B marketing space. He also talks about the criteria for investing in businesses and how technology can help to improve the manufacturing industry.