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Disruption / Interruption JoTo PR
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When did you say ”THAT’S IT! I’VE HAD IT!”? Time to Disrupt and Interrupt with host Karla Jo. Every week KJ interviews professionals who are disrupting their industries and altering economic networks that have been antiquated with bull-headed predecessors holding up the progress.
KJ delves into uncovering more from industry rebels and innovators that you didn’t know you needed in your life.
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Disrupting Stagnate AEC Industries: Topping off 30% More Utilization Efficiencies with Frank Lazaro
Frank Lazaro is a leader and innovator within the AEC industry, and Principal at AE Marketer, a marketing and management consulting firm that helps architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) firms develop and implement growth strategies. In this episode, KJ and Frank emphasize the industry's slow adoption of new technologies, the potential of AI to improve administrative efficiency, and the broader impact on productivity and profit margins. The conversation also covers the potential of AI in reducing administrative tasks, generating content, and revolutionizing CRM systems, ultimately offering significant benefits to small and large firms alike.
Key Takeaways:
03:04 Challenges in the AEC Industry
06:12 AI's Role in Transforming AEC
07:08 Practical Applications of AI in AEC
12:10 Broader Implications of AI Across Industries
Quote of the Show (21:00):
"The right content and the right training can lead to quick adoption and a transformative change within the industry." - Frank Lazaro
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Ways to connect with Frank Lazaro
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lazaro
Company Website: https://www.franklazaro.com/
Company Website: https://franklazaro.ai/
Compay LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/ae-marketer/
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Disrupting Agriculture: Usman Javaid's AI Revolution for Smallholder Farmers in Asia
Usman Javaid is the CEO of Ricult International, a multidimensional artificial intelligence-powered solution seeking to empower smallholder farmers in Asia, through a digital financial technology solution. In this episode, KJ and Usman share insights on the critical challenges faced by farmers in Asia, such as inefficiencies, financial exclusion, and climate change, and how technology can mitigate these issues.
Key Takeaways:
01:33 The Ag Tech Revolution
06:30 Challenges in Agriculture
10:05 Climate Change and Its Impact
11:57 Innovative Solutions with AI
27:54 Future Vision and Expansion
Quote of the Show (18:00):
"My vision is to help farmers work their way out of poverty. Technology or access to capital is a means to an end. The end is improving lives." - Usman Javaid
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Ways to connect with Usman Javaid
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/usmanj
Company Website: https://www.web.ricult.com/
Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ricult/
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Disrupting the “Compute” of GenAI: The $7 Trillion Impasse and the Fight for Tech Democracy with Terrence Taylor
Terrence Taylor is the Founder of the African Institute of Future Technologies that aims to train one million to one billion individuals on the latest technologies, including AI, robotics, and genetics. The goal is to prepare the African continent to lead by 2050.
In this episode, KJ and Terrence delve into the potential risks of closed AI systems, Africa's history as early adopters of technology, and the power of African cultural values like Ubuntu in creating a unified, empowered community. Terrence also outlines AIFT's five-step plan for achieving their groundbreaking mission and underscores the importance of belief, thinking big, and overcoming fear with faith.
Key Takeaways:
04:18 Terrence's Journey and Vision for Africa
11:36 The Importance of Open AI
20:25 Challenges and Opportunities for Africa
30:01 Next Steps for AIFT
Quote of the Show (26:00):
“Africans tend to be early adopters of technology. My vision is to ensure they have the tools and skills to be the next wave of tech giants." – Terrence Taylor
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Ways to connect with Terrence Taylor
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terrenceokeketaylor
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Disrupting the Global Agriculture Supply Chain, with Martha Montoya of Agtools
Martha Montoya is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Agtools Inc., a game changing, dynamic, analytic data service that delivers business-critical access to accurate, real-time, market intelligence for over 500 specialty crops and growing.
In this episode, KJ and Martha discuss the unique challenges farmers face, including market volatility and strategic crop planning. Martha explains how AgTools harnesses dynamic analytic data to aid decision-making, pushing for efficiency and sustainability in the agricultural supply chain.
Key Takeaways:
02:54 Understanding the Farmer's Perspective
05:16 Challenges in the Agricultural Supply Chain
07:35 The Role of AgTech in Modern Farming
11:44 The Impact of Consumer Demand
24:31 Revolutionizing Agriculture with Data
28:12 Future of Farming and AgTech
Quote of the Show (18:00):
“You can have all the technology in the world, but if you don't understand the human being making the changes on that farm, it's like hitting a wall." - Martha Montoya
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Ways to connect with Martha Montoya:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/martha-montoya-483908/
Company Website: http://www.ag.tools
Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/agtools/
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Disrupting the $100B+ US Customer Service Industry using AI, with Siddhartha Sharad
Siddhartha Sharad is a Customer Experience Expert who helps enterprises realize business value through technology automation and artificial intelligence. In this episode, KJ and Siddhartha discuss the current challenges in customer service, including labor shortages and the necessity of AI implementation. The conversation highlights the importance of a clear strategy, high-quality data, and the collaboration between AI tools and human employees.
Key Takeaways:
02:30 The Impact of AI on Customer Service
05:17 Challenges in Implementing AI in Customer Service
12:03 The Future of AI in Customer Service
Quote of the Show (27:00):
"AI is just a tool, but data is the natural resource that powers it." - Siddhartha Sharad
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Ways to connect with Siddhartha Sharad
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sidsharad/
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Disrupting Tech Leaders of Tomorrow with Robyn Mussler
Robyn Mussler is the Principal Consultant and CEO of Resolution Management Inc., an IT and Business Consulting firm, and the Founder of Connect IT 360 a non-profit organization that teaches youth the essential building blocks to life. In this episode, KJ and Robyn discuss her innovative program designed to empower youth with tech skills through a hands-on, real-world educational approach. Robyn highlights the importance of understanding customer value, human-centered design, and the entrepreneurial mindset. Through competitions, workshops, and mentorship, the program aims to reshape tech education and inspire the next generation of disruptors and innovators.
Key Takeaways:
01:49 Revolutionizing Education
04:52 Challenges in Traditional Education
12:10 Empowering Youth Through Real-World Experience
19:00 The Future of Tech for Youth
Quote of the Show (18:00):
"We're not just teaching coding; we're teaching curiosity, critical thinking, and real-world application." – Robyn Mussler
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Ways to connect with Robyn Mussler:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robynmussler/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/rockinrobyn018?lang=en
Company Website: https://connectit360.org/
Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/connectit360/
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Karla Jo does such a great job of balancing very serious business challenges with wit to cone to a proposed solution. These are always creative, innovative people who are fighting the status quo. Many people are just too comfortable in mediocrity, but not this crowd!
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