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The Tech Trek

The Tech Trek is a podcast for founders, builders, and operators who are in the arena building world class tech companies. Host Amir Bormand sits down with the people responsible for product, engineering, data, and growth and digs into how they ship, who they hire, and what they do when things break. If you want a clear view into how modern startups really get built, from first line of code to traction and scale, this show takes you inside the work.

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00:25:00

Using Data to Improve the Patient Journey

The Tech Trek ·

2024/03/07

In this podcast episode, Amir interviews John O'Toole, the Senior Director of Data Analytics at Tendo, a software-first company specializing in improving patient care journey. They discuss how Tendo uses data and analytics to improve patient care, help hospitals improve their rankings, and decrease the burden on healthcare providers. Integrating AI as a tool of assistance rather than a replacement in the healthcare industry is emphasized. John also highlights how Tendo creates a centralized,

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00:25:45

Leveraging AI in the Insurance Industry

The Tech Trek ·

2024/03/05

In this episode, Amir Bormand talks to Will Ross, the CEO and co-founder of Federato, about how insurance companies are adopting AI. They discuss the transformative impact of AI on the insurance industry, particularly in underwriting. Ross underscores the significant role of underwriters in influencing both the top and bottom lines of growth in insurance companies. He then explains how Federato leverages AI technologies to help underwriters optimize their process. The conversation also delves into

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00:38:14

The Impact of Data on the Insurance Industry

The Tech Trek ·

2024/02/29

In this episode, Jason Ash, Chief of Data at Symetra, joins the podcast to discuss the transformation happening within the insurance industry. He highlights the dynamic relationship between business and technology and the importance of stakeholders in rolling out solutions. Jason also delves into the non-technical side of the insurance business and how it contributes to overall success. This conversation transcends the industry and offers insights that can be applied to other

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00:35:19

Building a Vision for Data and Delivering Value

The Tech Trek ·

2024/02/27

In this episode, Vineeth Loganathan, the Director of Machine Learning at ViralGains, discusses building a successful data program. He explores the importance of a clear vision and steps in delivering value through data. Vineeth also explains the concept of zero-party data and how it can be used for targeted marketing. Tune in to gain insights on balancing short-term and long-term data needs and delivering value to customers.Highlights: [00:00:57] Zero-party data for ads. [00:06:00] Closing the loop

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00:25:13

Modernizing Data-Driven Decision Making

The Tech Trek ·

2024/02/22

In this podcast episode, Clay Callaway shares his journey of bringing about digital transformation in Delta Dental of California. He talks about their challenges due to siloed data within the organization and how the approach pivoted towards enterprise-wide data management. They began resolving these issues by implementing data governance and building a solid data foundation. Clay emphasizes how combining this data with the right technologies has allowed Delta Dental to think about its business in

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00:29:13

Hiring Your First Head of People

The Tech Trek ·

2024/02/20

On this podcast episode, Amir Bormand interviews Madeline Minshew, the Vice President of Culture at True Ventures. They discuss the importance of hiring your first head of people and what to look for when taking a job as the first people leader hire. True Ventures is an early-stage venture capital firm that invests in extraordinary founders and their innovative ideas. They are sector-agnostic and focus on backing exceptional individuals in various markets. This episode explores the characteristics

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00:30:15

Software is Eating the World and AI is Accelerating It

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2024/02/15

In this episode, Amir Bormand interviews Tariq Shaukat, co-CEO at Sonar, about the impact of software and AI on companies. They discuss how every company wants to be a software company and how AI is accelerating this trend. They delve into the challenges companies face in pivoting to deliver software and the importance of clean code. The conversation also touches on the role of the board in driving digital transformation. Tune in to gain insights into the evolving landscape of enterprise software

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00:23:41

Exploring R&D in Data Science

The Tech Trek ·

2024/02/13

In this episode, Amir Bormand interviews Marissa Saunders, Senior Director of Data Science at Recursion. They discuss the importance of research and development (R&D) in data science and its various implications for different companies. They emphasize the need to balance accuracy and completion with understanding business value and return on investment (ROI). Marissa explains how Recursion is focused on revolutionizing drug discovery by industrializing the process and incorporating more

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00:32:22

Productizing LLMs and Labeled Training Data

The Tech Trek ·

2024/02/08

In this episode, Ivan Lee, the CEO of Datasaur.ai, joins Amir Bormand to discuss productizing LLMs and dealing with labeling issues. Ivan shares his insights on the productization of LLMs and provides his thoughts on the future of this technology. Tune in to learn more about the work of Datasaur.ai and the exciting developments in the AI industry. Highlights: [00:02:44] The importance of data labeling. [00:03:34] The challenge of harnessing AI. [00:06:04] Disconnect in AI capabilities. [00:09:04]

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00:36:33

Identifying Lasting Trends in AI and the Changing...

The Tech Trek ·

2024/02/06

In this episode, Amir Bormand interviews Ross Fubini, the managing partner at XYZ Venture Capital, to discuss the growing AI opportunity and how to identify lasting trends in the field. They delve into the impact of AI on enterprise software models and its potential for cost savings. Ross shares insights on XYZ's investment focus on enterprise and fintech companies, including those in the public sector. With a portfolio of 107 businesses, XYZ aims to support and build these companies actively

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00:22:27

Improving Talent Strategy: The Role of Education in...

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2024/02/01

In this episode, Amir interviews Stephen Chu, the Chief Legal and People Officer at InStride, about the impact of education on talent retention, attraction, and tenure. InStride partners with academic institutions to offer education programs for large enterprise companies, including high school degrees, college degrees, non-degree certificates, and coding courses. The goal is to create a win-win situation for employees, employers, and academic institutions. As employees gain new skills, employers

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00:18:15

Exploring the Role of Chief Technology and Product...

The Tech Trek ·

2024/01/30

In this episode, Ofer Shterling, CTO of Amberflo.io, joins the podcast to discuss the evolution of the CTPO role (Chief Technology and Product Officer). They dive into why this role is becoming a trend and why companies are adopting it. Ofer also explains the main problem his company solves - the pricing problem for businesses. They believe that measuring usage and understanding customer behavior can help companies achieve their pricing objectives. The conversation also touches on Ofer's

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00:28:06

Building Software Cheaper and Faster

The Tech Trek ·

2024/01/25

In this episode, host Amir interviews Ramiro Berrelleza, the founder and CEO of Okteto. They discuss the concept of building software cheaper and faster, exploring the changing landscape of development costs and productivity. They also delve into the impact of tools like GitHub Copilot on team efficiency and delivery. Ramiro highlights how Okteto's platform automates development workflows in Kubernetes, allowing developers to focus on coding and creating value rather than setting up environments

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00:26:26

AI workloads impacting cloud storage and data...

The Tech Trek ·

2024/01/23

In this episode, Amir interviews Ugur Tigli, the CTO of MinIO, a high-performance object storage company. They discuss the infrastructure components of cloud storage, data protection, operating models, and costs and how they tie into AI workloads. Ugur explains that MinIO is an open-source, S3-compatible distributed object storage solution popular for its simplicity and ease of deployment. They also delve into why MinIO chose the open-source path and its benefits. Listen to the episode to learn more

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00:24:31

A non-traditional path to becoming a founder

The Tech Trek ·

2024/01/18

In this episode, we have Max Bruner, founder and CEO of Anzen, a marketplace for executive liability insurance. Max shares his unconventional journey from foreign policy to becoming a founder in the insurance industry. He discusses Anzen's mission and how they are working to accelerate change in the insurance sector. Additionally, Max talks about the impact of AI and the challenges of securing funding. Tune in to gain insights into Max's unique career path and the innovative work being done

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01:07:26

Strategic Insights: From Al-Qaim Battles to Agile...

The Tech Trek ·

2024/01/17

In this episode, Amir Bormand introduces two guests, Ajax Trueblood and Chris Ieva, who discuss the book "Bastards and Brothers" written by Ajax. The book focuses on the Marines and their fight for al-Qaim in Iraq. Ajax, a retired Air Force intel officer, shares his motivations for writing the book, while Chris, a Marine who served in Iraq, provides his unique perspective. The conversation delves into the book's significance and connections to everyday experiences, including agile

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00:27:11

Driving Change in Healthcare

The Tech Trek ·

2024/01/16

In this episode, Prashanth Sarpamale, CEO of Althea.ai, discusses the company's focus on integrating health equity with patient engagement and closing care gaps. He explains how they use healthcare analytics and AI methodology to identify social determinants of health and their impact on patient health. Prashanth also shares insights on his journey from chief data analytics officer to CEO and the importance of leveraging data and analytics to drive clinical outcomes. This episode provides

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00:26:06

Investing in Disruptive Ideas and Technologies

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2024/01/11

In this episode, Katelyn Donnelly, the founder and general partner at Avalanche VC, joins the podcast to discuss the concept of an avalanche in the startup and venture capital world. She explains that Avalanche VC invests in companies that transform how people learn, earn, and own, focusing on disruptive ideas and technologies that have the potential to create sweeping societal change. Katelyn also distinguishes between the terms "unicorn" and "avalanche," highlighting that a

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00:29:38

How Hackathons and LLMs Accelerate Product Development

The Tech Trek ·

2024/01/09

In this episode, Shadi Rostami, the Senior Executive VP of Engineering at Amplitude, joins the podcast to discuss the role of prompt engineering in fueling innovation and speeding up hackathons. She emphasizes that prompt engineering is a team sport and explores how experimentation and data analytics can impact business outcomes. Amplitude aims to help companies build better products by leveraging data and user behavior insights. Shadi also shares her responsibilities overseeing engineering,

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00:28:30

The Customer Journey and Achieving Product Market Fit

The Tech Trek ·

2024/01/02

In this episode, Amir Bormand interviews Ryan Glasgow, the CEO of Sprig. They discuss Ryan's journey from pre-Sprig to launching the company, focusing on building products centered around experience data. Ryan explains how Sprig is a product experience insights platform that helps companies understand what their customers think of their products. They delve into the different products offered by Sprig, including in-product surveys, session replay, prototype testing, and AI. Tune in and learn

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