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Unique business problems call for genius solutions. Go behind the scenes with today’s world-class leaders who dared to bring revolutionary ideas to life. Learn how they met their challenges head-on and how you can translate their lessons into your own real-world business success—whether you’re leading a start-up or Fortune 500 company. Host Manuj Aggarwal is the founder of TetraNoodle Technologies. When not interviewing industry leaders for Bootstrapping Your Dreams, he provides revolutionary strategies for his clients based on data science and human psychology, even in a socially distant economy.

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Unique business problems call for genius solutions. Go behind the scenes with today’s world-class leaders who dared to bring revolutionary ideas to life. Learn how they met their challenges head-on and how you can translate their lessons into your own real-world business success—whether you’re leading a start-up or Fortune 500 company. Host Manuj Aggarwal is the founder of TetraNoodle Technologies. When not interviewing industry leaders for Bootstrapping Your Dreams, he provides revolutionary strategies for his clients based on data science and human psychology, even in a socially distant economy.

    #353 Insights from Instagram growth guru - Zach Benson

    #353 Insights from Instagram growth guru - Zach Benson

    Meet Zach Benson, the visionary founder of Assistagram, an innovative company dedicated to empowering influencers and Fortune 500 brands to connect authentically with their target audience. 
    Known in industry circles as "the influencer's secret weapon," Zach's strategic expertise has been pivotal in helping notable figures like Robert Kiyosaki and Russell Brunson, among others, significantly expand their digital footprints, amassing millions of new followers on Instagram.
    Zach's insights into digital strategy and social media trends have not only earned him a coveted spot in Entrepreneur magazine but have also led him to share the stage with influential figures such as Tony Robbins, Sylvester Stallone, and Gary Vee. 
    His talks focus on cutting through the digital noise and leveraging Instagram's dynamic platform to drive growth and engagement. 
    Whether it's delivering keynotes at major conferences or contributing to panel discussions, Zach brings a blend of practical advice and inspirational strategies to the forefront, helping brands and individuals elevate their online presence.
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    #352 AI and Beyond: Exploring the Edges of Automation with Paul Nerger

    #352 AI and Beyond: Exploring the Edges of Automation with Paul Nerger

    Paul Nerger is a seasoned industry expert with a diverse background spanning technology, business management, and academia. He holds a bachelor’s degree in computer science from Washington State University with a focus in Artificial Intelligence. His academic journey continued with coursework at Templeton College at the University of Oxford as well as serving as a lecturer at MIT’s Applied Innovation Institute and the University of California, Berkeley's Center for Entrepreneurship and Technology.

    Paul's entrepreneurial spirit shines through his roles as a co-founder and CTO of Happtique, Inc., AppCentral, dotMobi, and Argogroup all of which were sold to larger companies.

     Paul also has experience at larger companies including senior positions at Digital Equipment, Sequent Computer Systems, Silicon Graphics, and Informix Software.  Currently, as a VP at Blue Prism, Paul leads a team dedicated to fostering collaboration and innovation within the RPA ecosystem including how to apply advanced AI to solving business problems.

    Paul has served on the board of directors and technical advisory boards for several companies including the Boeing Company and British Aerospace. 

     He served as a U.S. Air Force Officer and the Air Defense Advisor to NATO.

    With a rich tapestry of experiences encompassing academia, entrepreneurship, and corporate leadership, Paul continues to drive innovation and empower organizations to thrive in the ever-evolving landscape of technology and business.

    Paul is a member the Royal Air Force Club and Fellow of the Royal Institute of Arts in London.
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    #351 Mastering Innovation in HR Tech and SaaS for the Future of Work | Praneeth Patlola

    #351 Mastering Innovation in HR Tech and SaaS for the Future of Work | Praneeth Patlola

    Praneeth Patlola is a distinguished figure in the Human Resources Technology (HRTech) and B2B Enterprise Software as a Service (SaaS) industries. A seasoned executive, entrepreneur, and investor, Praneeth's career is marked by his ability to bring groundbreaking ideas from concept to commercial success. With over 17 years of experience and a track record of 17 successful pivots leading to two company exits, his expertise spans product development, growth hacking, B2B enterprise go-to-market (GTM) strategies, and building and scaling sales teams. Praneeth's unique approach involves embracing rapid iterations and learning from failures to achieve scalability efficiently.

    Praneeth's career journey includes notable leadership roles at several organizations. He is the founder of Jobhuk, a platform designed to change the way hiring is conducted, and has held significant positions at Compunnel Staffing, WillHire, and PRO Unlimited. His work at WillHire, in particular, has had a transformative impact on the contingent workforce industry. Under his leadership, WillHire became known for its direct sourcing and worker experience solutions, significantly advancing how enterprises attract and engage talent.

    In addition to his corporate achievements, Praneeth is deeply involved in various ventures through Patlola Ventures, where he continues to apply his extensive experience in M&A, partnership strategies, and technology consulting. 

    Praneeth's insights into the evolution of sales technology highlight the importance of understanding customer behavior and leveraging automation and data-driven approaches to achieve scalable sales operations. His preparation for an AI-centric world involves integrating machine learning into core processes of talent engagement, screening, and matching, showcasing his commitment to staying at the forefront of technological advancements.

    For anyone interested in the future of work, talent management, and the role of technology in these areas, Praneeth Patlola's perspectives and contributions offer invaluable lessons and inspiration.
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    • 35 min
    #350 From Marine to AI Maestro and Beyond | Aaron Burciaga

    #350 From Marine to AI Maestro and Beyond | Aaron Burciaga

    Aaron Burciaga is a renowned Data Scientist, AI Engineer, author, Advisor along with being a competitive bodybuilder. 
    As a seasoned technology and business leader in both startup and enterprise settings, he has focused his career on delivering efficiency and value through automation, data science, machine learning, Artificial Intelligence, blockchain, quantum computing, and emerging concepts and innovative technologies. 
    His development and implementation of programs and initiatives have enhanced multi-billion dollar programs and operational efficiencies across industries in commercial, federal, and defense. 
    Aaron's roles have included 
    CEO and co-founder of Prime.AI Senior Practice Manager for Artificial Intelligence System Integration at Amazon Web Services (AWS) Vice President Data & Artificial Intelligence at ECS Technology, Global Operation Director Analytics & Artificial Intelligence at HCL Technologies CTO at Analytics2Go Vice President Data Science & AI at Booz Allen Hamilton Global Analytics Platform Lead at AccentureSenior Research Scientist at Elder Research.Before turning his attention to commercial and public sectors, Aaron was a Marine Corps officer and Iraq war veteran and was the head operations research analyst and director of an operations analysis activity at the Pentagon, supporting the Marine Corps Headquarters. 
    He is also a Marine Reservist, where he supports the Chief Information Officer at Headquarters Marine Corps-Pentagon as Lead Data Technologist. 
    Aaron is a Forbes contributor, frequently invited keynote and speaker, and Certified Analytics Professional (CAP). 
    He is an appointed member of the U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Technology Information Service advisory board. 
    Aaron received his M.S. Operations Research from the Naval Postgraduate School and his B.S. from the US Naval Academy.
    An Eagle Scout, graduate of the US Naval Academy, a Marine Combat Veteran, and proud father t
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    • 41 min
    #349 Mastermind Behind AI Revolution and Billion-Dollar Startups

    #349 Mastermind Behind AI Revolution and Billion-Dollar Startups

    Welcome to our latest episode where we're thrilled to introduce our distinguished guest, Reza Rassool. 
    Reza stands out as a pioneering force in the tech world, renowned for his groundbreaking contributions and dynamic leadership.
    As the Founder and Chair of Kwaai, Reza is at the forefront of democratizing AI. 
    His vision and leadership in this developer community are shaping the future of accessible AI technologies.
    Reza's tenure as the CTO of RealNetworks is marked by a remarkable pivot from its streaming media roots to becoming a leader in AI. 
    With a history of leading startups to over $1 billion in exits, Reza is a proven serial startup pro. 
    His knack for value creation has left a significant imprint on the tech landscape.
    Reza's innovativeness is evident in his 27 patents granted in the US. 
    As an innovator of award-winning technology, his contributions have been both transformative and widely recognized.
    His extensive domain expertise spans a vast array of areas including computer vision, edge AI, biomedical devices, hybrid cloud, and more. 
    This versatility underscores his comprehensive understanding of the tech industry.
    Reza's career highlights include being a founding employee at Zya and Widevine Technologies, both of which were acquired by Google, and serving as the Director of Software at Second Sight, which went public in 2014. 
    He also developed the Lightworks NLE, a Technical OSCAR/EMMY winning product, and has been an active inventor, standards body participant, and technical article author.
    Reza Rassool's multifaceted career and achievements position him as a true visionary in the tech world. 
    Join us as we dive into his journey, insights, and the future of technology with this extraordinary leader.
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    • 49 min
    #348 From Hollywood to Bestselling Author: A Conversation with Kimber Leigh

    #348 From Hollywood to Bestselling Author: A Conversation with Kimber Leigh

    Kimber Leigh, an award winning producer/actress/journalist and author. 
    Kimber has produced more than 20 film shorts and has an acting span covering more than 40 films both short and long in value. 
    She has also garnered a Telly award for excellence in journalism.
    Her production work includes producing over 240 TV Episodes for In Session (filmed live at the Microsoft Store) as well as The Animal Rescuers/Global Rescuers show.
    Kimber is best known for her award winning film work for the short films, Imoceanation, Hawaiian Housewives are Da Bomb, and Sand in the Crack which have won awards worldwide.
    She is the founder of The Wow Factor, a program that mentors both men and women to help them find their way through life successfully. 
    Her motto for others is: “There is no success when there is failure in the home.
    Kimber has authored the best selling books like Greta GarBITCH; A True Story of Life loss Light and love as well as the book, From Top Dog to Underdog; Understanding and Recognizing Your Irresistible Power. 
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    • 31 min

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