The Builders Club Business Podcast

The Builders Club

The Builders Club Business Podcast is an initiative by the builders club for founders to upskill themselves and understand the founder mindset. We have the top startup founders of companies like Myntra, PayTM, InstaMojo, PayPal, DarwinBox, and the likes coming to our studio and talking about what it takes to build a startup. ------------------------------------- Know more about us: https://www.thebuildersclub.me/

  1. 11 APR

    From Hype to Impact: Scaling Generative AI in the Enterprise | Ahmad Fattahi, Genentech

    In this episode of The Builders Club Podcast, host Sohail Khan sits down with Ahmad Fattahi, Executive Director of Generative AI at Genentech, to explore the massive shift from AI experimentation to real-world enterprise transformation.With over two decades of experience in data science and analytics—spanning roles at Cisco, Spotfire, and OSIsoft—Ahmed provides a masterclass on how organizations can move beyond the "chat" interface to build scalable, high-impact AI products. He breaks down the economic shift caused by the "decreasing cost of intelligence" and how specialized industries like Life Sciences are leading the charge.Key Insights from Ahmed Fatahi:1. The Continuum of Automation: Why the "ChatGP moment" is a significant jump in a decades-long journey of humans delegating decision-making power to machines [07:34].2. The "Steam Engine" Analogy: Why the biggest gains in AI won't come from just replacing old tools, but from reimagining entire business processes from the ground up [14:24].3. Life Sciences at the Forefront: How AI is tackling unstructured data—from FDA regulations to doctor's notes—to accelerate drug discovery and personalized medicine [20:46].4. The Human-AI Interface: A look at "Vibe Coding" and how natural language is becoming the ultimate programming language, lowering the barrier for builders everywhere [28:00].5. Tools for the Modern Builder: Ahmed shares his top recommendations, including NotebookLM for data synthesis and CrewAI for building autonomous multi-agent systems [47:57].6. The Future of Longevity: A bold prediction on whether AI will help humans live to 200 years and beyond [51:16].7. Whether you are an enterprise leader, a software developer, or an AI enthusiast, this conversation offers deep strategic insights into the next phase of the AI revolution.Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/lzQOGV1QCZo#GenerativeAI #GenAI #TheBuildersClub #LifeSciences #TechLeadership #EnterpriseAI #DigitalTransformation #AhmedFatahi

    53 min
  2. 10 FEB

    How Data security is evolving with AI | Arshad Ahmad, ZS - Director of Information Security

    In this episode of The Builders Club Podcast, Sohail Khan sits down with Arshad Ahmad, Director of Information Security at ZS, to decode one of the most critical challenges of our time: protecting data in the age of Artificial Intelligence.The rapid rise of GenAI has created a paradox for modern enterprises. While AI offers unprecedented productivity, it also opens new doors for sophisticated cyber threats. Arshad breaks down how security leaders are shifting from a "defensive" posture to an "adaptive" one, ensuring that innovation doesn't come at the cost of integrity.Key Insights from Arshad Ahmad:1. AI as a Double-Edged Sword: How AI-driven automation is revolutionizing threat detection while simultaneously enabling hackers to launch more complex, personalized attacks.2. The Privacy Paradox: Strategies for organizations to leverage Large Language Models (LLMs) and internal data without leaking proprietary secrets into the public domain.3. The "Human Firewall" in a Tech-First World: Why technical controls are only half the battle and why building a security-first culture is more important than ever.4. The Evolving CISO Role: How security leadership has shifted from being "the department of No" to a strategic business partner that enables safe growth.Whether you are a cybersecurity professional, a tech leader, or an entrepreneur navigating the digital landscape, this conversation offers a masterclass in staying resilient in an AI-powered world.#CyberSecurity #AI #DataSecurity #InformationSecurity #TheBuildersClub #CISO #TechLeadership #GenAI

    59 min

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The Builders Club Business Podcast is an initiative by the builders club for founders to upskill themselves and understand the founder mindset. We have the top startup founders of companies like Myntra, PayTM, InstaMojo, PayPal, DarwinBox, and the likes coming to our studio and talking about what it takes to build a startup. ------------------------------------- Know more about us: https://www.thebuildersclub.me/