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The AI CEO with Seema Alexander

Seema Alexander

The AI CEO Podcast Host: Seema Alexander, Co-founder & President of Virgent AI | Co-Chair, DC Startup & Tech Week AI isn"t just another tool—it"s the next frontier of business. The AI CEO Podcast explores the intersection of AI, business strategy, and leadership, equipping CEOs, founders, and executives with the insights they need to navigate and leverage AI effectively. Hosted by Seema Alexander, Co-founder & President of Virgent AI—a company specializing in AI-powered solutions and AI

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02:05:25

AI Isn’t Coming for Jobs — It’s Coming for Business...

The AI CEO with Seema Alexander ·

2025/05/11

What if everything you thought about AI was just the tip of the iceberg? In this powerful and provocative episode, futurist and technologist Peter Swain joins host Seema Alexander to unpack the real transformation AI is unleashing across business and society. From a jaw-dropping Monopoly analogy that reframes the post-normal world, to the rise of agentic ecosystems and solopreneur unicorns, this conversation pulls no punches. You’ll hear: 🔥 Why most companies are already exposed to AI risks—and

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01:11:29

AI vs. Humans? Is Expertise Dead? I Cenk Sidar, CEO,...

The AI CEO with Seema Alexander ·

2025/05/03

A pioneer in the intersection of artificial intelligence and business intelligence, Cenk Sidar is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Enquire AI. In today’s discussion with Seema, Sidar emphasizes the indispensability of human experts despite AI's growing capabilities and explains the concept of 'last mile experts' in AI-driven workflows. The conversation also delves into Inquire AI's evolution from a political and economic consultancy to a multi-agent AI platform with a vast network of

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01:14:19

AI Will Drive Disruptive Revenue Stream I Swathi...

The AI CEO with Seema Alexander ·

2025/04/22

Swathi Young is a formidable force in the technology industry. An adept leader with over 20 years of experience across organizations such as Amtrak, Sungard, GE, and Oracle, she is also a crusader on the forefront of change with regards to machine learning, AI and emerging technologies. The conversation delves into real-world use cases in healthcare, fintech, professional services, and public sector, illustrating the profound impact of AI on operational efficiency, cost reduction, and strategic

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57:06

The AI CEO: Trust Issues — Building AI That Won’t...

The AI CEO with Seema Alexander ·

2025/04/10

The AI CEO: Trust Issues — Building AI That Won’t Break the Business | Jess Szmajda (Amazon, Axios, Capital One) Can you really trust AI? In this episode of The AI CEO Podcast, we sit down with Jess Szmajda—former CTO of Axios, General Manager at Amazon, and current VP of Engineering at Capital One—to explore how forward-thinking leaders can adopt AI safely without sacrificing security, privacy, or public trust. Jess shares lessons from her real-world experience building and deploying AI at scale,

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01:20:51

How to Drive Real Business ROI with AI — Featuring...

The AI CEO with Seema Alexander ·

2025/04/01

Angela Virtu joined Kogod's IT&A Department as a Professorial Lecturer in 2023. She has taught undergraduate and graduate courses covering topics such as introduction to technology, data analytics, machine learning, and coding. Prior to joining our faculty, she built AI & ML solutions that bridged theoretical advancements with their practical, ethical applications. She was able to drive business impact on these solutions by empowering organizations to integrate them seamlessly into the business’

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01:05:41

Revolutionizing Legacy: How Stanley Black & Decker is...

The AI CEO with Seema Alexander ·

2025/03/24

Revolutionizing Legacy: How Stanley Black & Decker is Winning with AI with Matt Griffiths In this episode of the AI CEO podcast, host Seema Alexander sits down with Matt Griffiths, VP of AI and Data at Stanley Black & Decker, to explore the current and future impact of AI on enterprise. Matt shares his journey from working with data on shop floors to leading the AI initiatives at Stanley Black & Decker and provides valuable insights into the transformative power of AI. They discuss the use of

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01:33:30

Take AI Seriously or Risk Being Left Behind with...

The AI CEO with Seema Alexander ·

2025/03/16

📌Make sure to check out Virgent.ai https://virgent.ai/ In the inaugural episode of the AI CEO Podcast, host Seema Alexander, co-founder and President of Vigent AI, speaks with Jesse Alton, CEO and partner at Virgent. We discuss the transformative role of AI in business, emphasizing the importance of AI literacy for leadership and employees, the need for responsible AI, and the opportunities AI brings for innovation and efficiency. The conversation touches on the potential of AI agents in

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01:05:47

Startups, AI & Big Bets with Adam Phillips (Techstars)

The AI CEO with Seema Alexander ·

2024/12/14

In this episode of the 'From Spaghetti to Growth' business podcast, host Seema Alexander interviews Adam Phillips, Managing Director at Techstars. They discuss the realities of seeking venture capital, building relationships with VCs, and the journey of transitioning from being a lawyer to a startup founder and eventually a key player at Techstars. Adam shares his personal experiences of growing up with immigrant parents, his transition from law to entrepreneurship, the lessons he learned from his

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56:42

Behind the Pitch: VC Insights All Early Founders...

The AI CEO with Seema Alexander ·

2024/11/24

In this episode of the From Spaghetti to Growth business podcast, host Seema Alexander speaks with Haley Bryant, Principal of Hustle Fund. The conversation explores the dynamics of venture capital, strategies for scaling startups, and what it takes to achieve growth in competitive markets. Haley shares insights from her journey as an operator and investor, highlighting the importance of customer journey mapping, productization, and content marketing. Seema and Haley also delve into the role of

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53:53

Building Purpose Driven Startups That Scale & Impact...

The AI CEO with Seema Alexander ·

2024/10/04

In this episode, Seema interviews Marc Steren, Co-CEO and Co-Founder of University Startups. They discuss the challenges and triumphs of adopting emerging technologies before consumer readiness, emphasizing the need to get consumers to buy into a vision while solving immediate problems. Mark shares his entrepreneurial journey, beginning with a failed attempt to launch a mobile ticketing company, through his experiences in the hospitality industry, to his current work in empowering under-resourced

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01:18:04

How Founders Are Building AI Products Today with...

The AI CEO with Seema Alexander ·

2024/09/15

📌Make sure to check out FinDigital https://www.builtbyfin.com/ In this episode of the 'From Spaghetti to Growth,' business podcast host Seema Alexander speaks with Marcus Finley, CEO of FinDigital, about the transformative potential of AI. They discuss strategies for leveraging AI in startup innovation, to enhance team capabilities, and create impactful tech products. The dialogue spans Marcus's journey from nonprofit work to tech entrepreneurship, emphasizing AI's role in business growth. if

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58:06

A Bootstrapped SaaS Journey To 1.3 Million Users with...

The AI CEO with Seema Alexander ·

2024/09/03

📌Make sure to check out UPACE https://rachel-koretsky.squarespace.com/ In this episode of 'From Spaghetti to Growth,' host Seema Alexander, president of Virgent AI and co-chair DC Startup Week, explores the entrepreneurial journey of Rachel Koretsky, the CEO of UpACE and co-chair of DC Startup Week. Rachel shares insights on how she grew her startup from zero to nearly 5 million users, discussing the challenges of being a non-technical founder, securing pilot programs, and pivoting business

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01:07:20

Special Episode: VeeCon Recap - Insights form Top...

The AI CEO with Seema Alexander ·

2024/08/27

In this special episode of the From Spaghetti to Growth podcast, host Seema Alexander recaps her transformative experience attending VeeCon 2024, a conference hosted by Gary Vaynerchuk. Seema shares her businewss insights and memorable moments from the event, which featured a diverse lineup of speakers including entrepreneurs, technologists, and entertainers. Key highlights include talks by Will Guidara on 'unreasonable hospitality,' Howie Mandel's emerging tech holograms, Nick Cannon's viewpoints

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01:08:58

Building a Fast Casual Empire with the RASA Founders

The AI CEO with Seema Alexander ·

2024/08/20

📌Make sure to check out Rasa (Indi via https://www.rasa.co/ In this episode of the From Spaghetti to Growth podcast, host Seema Alexander interviews Sahil and Rahul, co-founders of Rasa, a fast-casual Indian restaurant chain. They delve into their transition from corporate careers to entrepreneurship, fueled by their immigrant backgrounds and family influences. The discussion covers strategic choices in location selection and funding, the effects of COVID-19, and maintaining a robust company

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30:37

How to Grow a Services Company to INC. 5000 with...

The AI CEO with Seema Alexander ·

2024/08/08

📌Make sure to check out Yellowtail Tech https://yellowtail.tech/ In this episode of the FSG podcast, you'll dive into an insightful conversation with Jubee Leroy Vilceus, CEO of Yellowtail Tech, as he shares his journey of transforming a brick-and-mortar business into a thriving online platform. From overcoming imposter syndrome to redefining the company's offerings, Jubee's experiences offer valuable lessons for entrepreneurs navigating the challenges of scaling a referral-based business. He

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59:47

Building Social Impact Companies to Scale with Wa'il...

The AI CEO with Seema Alexander ·

2024/07/30

📌Check out Wa’il’s justice start-up Reyets out here: https://www.reyets.com/ 👉 In this episode In this episode of the From Spaghetti to Growth podcast, host Seema Alexander converses with Wa'il Ashshowwaf, a seasoned entrepreneur and ecosystem builder. The discussion revolves around the entrepreneurial journey, the importance of early customer acquisition, and building products that solve real problems. Weil explains how his experience led to the creation of the rights advocacy app, Reyets, and

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54:56

Building to a $50 Million Valuation with Mariam Nusrat

The AI CEO with Seema Alexander ·

2024/07/23

📌Make sure to check out Breshna.io at https://breshna.io/ Mariam Nasrat on Breshna.io's Explosive Growth and Strategic Focus In this episode of the 'From Spaghetti to Growth' podcast, Seema interviews Mariam Nusrat, CEO of Breshna.io, continuing their conversation from a year ago. Mariam shares key insights behind Breshna’s journey, transitioning from 37,000 to over 176,000 users creating more than 160,000 video games. Key topics include their $2.5 million seed funding round, the effectiveness of

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02:35:38

Leverage AI in Your Business or Risk Becoming...

The AI CEO with Seema Alexander ·

2024/07/15

Leverage AI In Your Business or Risk Becoming Obsolete w/ Jesse Alton of Virgent AI 📌Make sure to check out Virgent.ai https://virgent.ai/ In this episode of the 'From Spaghetti to Growth' podcast, host Seema Alexander and her co-founder and CEO of Virgent AI, Jesse Alton, explore the transformative power of AI in entrepreneurship and various industries. The discussion includes Sam Altman's predictions about billion-dollar solo AI startups, the inception of their venture Virgent AI, industry

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01:03:53

Insider Tips from a Shark Tank Casting Director...

The AI CEO with Seema Alexander ·

2024/07/04

In this episode of the 'From Spaghetti to Growth' podcast, host Seema Alexander is joined by Brandon Andrews, co-founder of Gauge.ai, Chief Product Officer; CEO, The Inexorable; and a Shark Tank casting director. 📌Gauge AI is a software + service platform that conducts mobile focus groups and market research with tastemakers and experts in key communities. Find out more: https://gauge.ai/ The conversation delves into Brandon's journey from growing up in Alabama, working on Capitol Hill, to

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47:23

How to Build Brands to Disrupt Markets with Maha...

The AI CEO with Seema Alexander ·

2024/06/27

📌Check out’s Maha’s upcoming book release “7 Rules of Self-Reliance”. Pre-order her book on Amazon today. In this opening episode for Season 2, host Seema Alexander, president of Virgent AI, talks with Maha Abouelenein, CEO and founder of Digital & Savvy about how to build brands to disrupt markets and all things in between. Maha shares her journey from working in corporate roles at companies like General Mills, Google, and Netflix, to starting her own business and becoming one of the top global

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