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The New York ecosystem for dual-use technology is small but strong and growing rapidly. Thanks to companies like Decisive Point and @a16z who continue to support the community with networking events for founders, investors, and community members. More and more founders are recognizing the value in partnering with the DOD as a strong way to support the country's national security interests while hopefully decreasing the tax burden on citizens regarding government spend as commercially available technology becomes more available and affordable for government organizations. Not only this, but the DOD serves as a great test bed and sandbox for emerging technologies and talent. #dualuse #emergingtech #defensetech #Kilsar

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https://lnkd.in/emYdB7iD Was saddened to hear of the passing of Michael Cline. Michael was an extrodinary thinker who focused on client value proposition relentlessly and had a touch and skill to build ideas into companies. I met Michael at Exult. He was co-founder of the pioneer in the HR bpo space. Michael drilled into me the client value prop and differentiation which is part of my fabric. Michael also had the ability to be a coach and mentor and was hungry to learn. Michael also had the skill I have learned is rare which is to balance investor interests with that of the management team. And never forgot people make the difference. Jim Madden Exult co-founder let me know of Michael’s passing and commented that he spent a day with Michael last month and thought Michael was happy and content with life. That took me back some 40 years ago to when my Mom died. I too thought she was in a good spot. She had battled her demons of depression for years and in the end it was too much. Of the many things she taught me one was “ kevin you will never know or understand how I feel cause you don’t have want I have “ #mentalhealth So my lessons and reminders for me; 1. You never know what someone else is going through. So listen with both ears and ask how are you really doing ? 2. If you need help please please speak up. Many of us willing to listen and we all have different struggles and don’t compare your insides with other peoples outsides. 3. We can never invest too much in mental health and have too many resources available that is our obligation as employers. However in the end it is a personal journey and people have to decide for themselves what help works for them and to accept it. 4. Accountability and understanding are often viewed as opposites. But we need them both and all about balance. I will miss you Michael Cline. Blessed to have known you and thank you for all you taught me. Mom I miss you today and everyday. Thank you for what you taught me.

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Insightful look into bioplatform strategy, and what it takes to raise a Series A from my partner, Omri Amirav-Drory: https://lnkd.in/dFv7GbF6

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Find out why ActiveCampaign emphasizes the pivotal importance of delivering tangible value to customers through AI capabilities, challenging the notion of superficial AI features that fail to address real-world problems. In my recent Forbes article, I had the opportunity to dig into the world of AI innovation with Jason VandeBoom, the founder and CEO of ActiveCampaign. This groundbreaking Chicago-based company is disrupting the marketing automation landscape with its cutting-edge AI strategies. From delivering highly personalized customer experiences to revolutionizing content generation with AI, ActiveCampaign is leading the charge in leveraging AI for business growth. #AI #MarketingAutomation Omaxn HPA Meg (Dedyne) Murphy Abin Kuriakose Luke Tanen Franco Patano Mike Edmonds Fred Hoch Betsy Ziegler Michael J. Franklin Jing Liu, PhD Jed Taylor Rashid Bashir Brad Henderson Lee Davidson, CFA Michael Claussen Tony Toulouse Michelle Gansle Madison Gooch Ganesh Jayaram Megan Merrill Terry Howerton Mani Gopalakrishnan https://lnkd.in/gRqq4jqy

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"Community engagement is not just about reaching your customers but truly connecting with the community you serve." - Candy Isabel, Founder and CEO of Khamai Strategies Today, the Midday Connect crew had the privilege of hearing from Candy Isabel, a social innovator and advocate, who shared invaluable insights on community engagement. Thanks Candy!!! Here are some key takeaways: Build Trust and Credibility: Transparency: Open communication and honesty are crucial. Create feedback loops and share behind-the-scenes content to foster trust. Consistency: Regular, reliable interactions keep you top of mind. Ensure your branding is consistent across all channels. Accountability: Take responsibility for your actions and be open about mistakes. This builds a deeper connection with your audience. Effective Engagement Strategies: Diverse Outreach: Utilize various forms of outreach such as social media, email marketing, and in-person events. Go where your audience is! Representation: Ensure your team reflects the community you serve. Relatability is key to building genuine connections. Accessibility: Cater to different languages and educational levels to make your message inclusive and impactful. Actionable Steps: Complete a community persona worksheet to identify and understand your audience better. Conduct market research to uncover your community's needs and pain points. Show up in your community—whether online or in-person—to build trust and visibility. 🔍 How engaged is your business with your community? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments! Summit Venture Studio #CommunityEngagement #TrustBuilding #InclusiveStrategies #KamaiStrategies #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #SocialImpact

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Ever wondered why the best ideas often come from people in communities who are often overlooked? In the tech world, underrepresented founders often face significant hurdles. That's why programs like 1Philadelphia's Early Validation Academy are game-changers. Last summer, they launched a program specifically to support underrepresented tech founders in identifying and validating their core business problems. Take for instance, an aspiring entrepreneur from a marginalized background, who may have an innovative idea but lacks the resources and network to test and refine it. This program offered not just mentorship but also hands-on training and a chance to pitch to investors, culminating in a $10,000 equity-free grant for selected startups. This initiative highlights the importance of equitable support systems in fostering innovation and diversity in the tech industry. Do you think more initiatives like 1Philadelphia's Early Validation Academy are needed to support underrepresented founders? #ideas • #validation #lomay24

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📣 Calling all the #emergingtech #founders and #builders out there. Do you ever worry that when the #regulators knock, they'll completely misunderstand what you're building? Do you feel like the headlines about your industry is more gossip than tech, but you're the one paying the price? Let's #disrupt this! 🚀 I've been working tirelessly to create a summit that will train you so you can lead the narrative, and stop playing defense. Join us at University of California, Berkeley on May 13th for TECHVocacy 2024: Emerging Tech Advocacy Summit! What makes this summit so different? No long winded panels to talk about the problem or to talk about the tech (#ai #crypto #web3 #av #socialmedia). We have 🔵 Experts to deliver lightning talks that will SHOW (not tell) how to talk about your emerging and disruptive tech with policymakers/regulators 🔵 Real-time media training demos Co-hosted by Berkeley Center for Law and Business Berkeley Haas Entrepreneurship Berkeley Center for Responsible Decentralized Intelligence with support from Berkeley Space Center. Admission is free, but registration is limited! Sign up soon!

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Tomorrow! 💫 I'll be presenting my "Getting Started with Generative AI and ChatGPT" webinar for the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County (MD) community. This is designed for folks who want to know the basics of AI -- we'll explore these questions: 👉 What, exactly, is Artificial Intelligence? 👉 What's the difference between conventional AI and generative AI? 👉 What's a Large Language Model? 👉 What are best practices in using ChatGPT and Claude? 👉 How can ChatGPT help with mundane tasks? 👉 How can ChatGPT help with time-consuming tasks? 👉 What are some of the pitfalls of generative AI? 📆 WHEN: 11am - 12:30pm (Eastern) on Wednesday November 13 🌐 WHERE: Online -- register through the link below ⬇️ 🤝 FEE: $10-25, depending on membership. However, if your org is unable to pay the fee, please let me know and I'll make sure you are still able to attend. 🙋 Questions? Just let me know. https://lnkd.in/eUJa3MAC #AHCMC #GenerativeAI #webinar

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Google's first CEO, Eric Schmidt offers powerful advice to entrepreneurs on protecting equity and building successful businesses. He stresses the importance of frugality and resourcefulness, reminding us that founders must focus on spending money wisely and efficiently. Many of the best founders, like those of Google, started with no salary and minimal luxuries, using every dollar strategically to grow their venture. His own experience—working in shared office space and using a door as a desk—serves as a reminder that success comes from grit, sacrifice, and smart financial decisions. To all the entrepreneurs trained and mentored by the Centre for Entrepreneurship Development, BRAC University, remember that building a sustainable business means being resourceful, protecting your equity, and staying focused on the long game. Your hard work and sacrifices today will shape your success tomorrow. #CED-BRAC University, #Entrepreneurship #Frugality #FoundersJourney #BRAC #BRACUniversity #StartupSuccess #EquityProtection #Leadership #GrowthMindset #FounderSacrifice #BusinessBuilding #Startups

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📅 August 07, 2024 AIBuzzWorld Daily Newsletter! Dive into the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence and be the first to learn about the latest AI news: 1. **OpenAI Co-Founder Schulman Leaves for Anthropic, Brockman Takes Extended Leave**      • John Schulman, a co-founder of OpenAI, moves to rival Anthropic.   • Schulman aims to deepen his focus on AI alignment and technical work.   • Greg Brockman, OpenAI's president, announces an extended leave.   • Readmore: https://lnkd.in/gfTZ9D3Z 2. **Elon Musk Renews Legal War on OpenAI, Two Months After Dropping Lawsuit**      • Elon Musk files a new lawsuit against OpenAI.   • The lawsuit alleges OpenAI misled investors by shifting to a for-profit model.   • OpenAI dismisses Musk's claims, suggesting his discontent stems from missing out on the company's success.   • Readmore: https://lnkd.in/ggGTnQpu 3. **OpenAI Tempers Expectations With Less Bombastic, GPT-5-Less DevDay This Fall**      • OpenAI will scale back its DevDay conference.   • No new flagship model will be launched; focus on API updates and developer support.   • Events scheduled for San Francisco, London, and Singapore.   • Readmore: https://lnkd.in/gV8qicPG 4. **Runway Gen-3 Alpha Can Now Bookend Your AI Videos. Creators, Take Note**      • Runway enhances its Gen-3 Alpha Image to Video tool.   • Users can now anchor AI-generated videos with chosen imagery.   • This feature improves consistency and creative control.   • Readmore: https://lnkd.in/g5PkgKjs 5. **AI chip startup Groq lands $640M to challenge Nvidia**      • Groq secures $640 million in funding.   • The startup aims to challenge Nvidia in the AI chip market.   • Groq focuses on high-performance AI chips for advanced computing.   • Readmore: https://lnkd.in/gvUKwf8t #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #MachineLearning #ML #LLMs #TechNews #OpenAI #ElonMusk #AIResearch #AItools #Innovation #AIalignment #AIethics #AIsafety #FutureTech

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New Episode: What a difference a good story makes! James Norman (General Partner, Black Operator Ventures) shares his unique perspective on effectively raising capital as an underrepresented founder - beyond the metrics. (link below) We discuss topics such as: - Hiring the right engineer to build a product - Shifting power dynamics when fundraising as a founder -Building a Strong VC Network - Articulating the unique value and experience of the fund - Considerations for fund size and raising a first fund - Financial modeling and decision-making for portfolio construction - The power of storytelling in convincing investors and supporters - Addressing Gaps in Accelerators for Black Founders Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dUnddNZm Apple: https://lnkd.in/d-Pv2Nxn

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From my students at Cornell Tech and Massachusetts Institute of Technology, to our work at Startups & Society Initiative and Responsible Innovation Labs, continue to see the brightest young people hungry for models of business and technology that reject 'growth at all costs' and embrace more deliberate notions of value creation. From climate, to democracy, to public health, the next generation holds deep intuition that value is not captured by 'valuation.' Its not that they outright don't believe in profit, but they know it's essential to build with intention and responsibility, mindful of broader societal impacts. It was a treat to join Keshav Rastogi — a young person already building and leading with his values — for his Podcast "Playgrounds to Pixels." Keshav asks thoughtful questions about the business motivations for responsible tech, my work at MEET - Middle East Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow, and how young people can start thinking about responsible tech. Thanks again for having me, Keshav.

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🚀 The Paradox of Success: A Lesson in Leadership and Technical Innovation 🚀 Allow me to share a story from my own entrepreneurial journey—a cautionary tale about the dual challenge of leadership development and technical experimentation in the pursuit of product-market fit. Years ago, I co-founded a startup that garnered significant attention, raising a substantial $30 million in funding. On the surface, it seemed like we had all the ingredients for success: a visionary idea, an exprienced team, and ample financial resources. However, there was one crucial element missing from the equation—leadership development. As the company grew and evolved, it became increasingly clear that our Achilles' heel lay not in our capabilities with tech or product, but in our leadership shortcomings. Despite the flurry of activity and apparent progress, the company failed to recognize the fundamental role that effective leadership plays in driving sustainable growth. Confirmation bias clouded the story, leading us to believe that we were doing everything possible to achieve our goals. In reality, however, the lack of focus on good leadership practices stifled creativity and hindered our ability to adapt to changing market dynamics. No one stopped to ask: "What is good leadership?" Experienced tech and product professionals require an environment that fosters innovation and encourages collaboration. Without strong leadership guiding the way, even the most talented individuals can struggle to reach their full potential. In the end, when the company achieved basic success, the leaders that contributed the least but had all the power were quick to take all the credit and rewards. They failed to acknowledge their own role in perpetuating a culture that prioritized short-term gains over long-term sustainability. This experience taught me a valuable lesson: never settle for second best when it comes to leadership and workplace culture. Success is not just about achieving financial milestones—it's about creating an environment where every individual can thrive and contribute to meaningful innovation. As entrepreneurs and leaders, let's remain vigilant about the environments we cultivate and the values we uphold. Only then can we truly unleash the full potential of our teams and pave the way for lasting success. #ProductMarketFit #EntrepreneurshipJourney #LeadershipDevelopment

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Last Thursday I attended #MITforge2024! Thanks John Werner for bringing the entire Boston AI ecosystem together - from legends & visionaries, first time founders & serial entrepreneurs, academic leaders & students, pre-seed & private equity investors, big tech & startups looking to launch. It was the high energy tech gathering that I attended in a while. Especially impressed with Liquid AI. We at Pristine AI became familiar with #LNN last year. Exciting to see their progress over the last many months. With their explainability, learning abilities, speed and low cost training, they could pose a formidable challenge to the better known foundation models. It was great meeting with Igor J., Stephen Wolfram Ramesh Raskar Paul Baier and several fellow founders. Interesting listening to Yann LeCun on the day https://lnkd.in/eNb-iF9X was released. The battle between open source and proprietary models may well go the way the battles among various Unix flavors and Linux went. Among the various takes on the Prediction for 2025, I liked Lex Fridman's 5 trends, especially 'LLM Personalization'. Pristine AI has focused on it for a while. Most importantly, it was great to experience the vibrancy of Boston tech eco system and the sheer number of start ups coming down the pike. #founders #generativeAI #robotics

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Linxin Gu great article. thanks for sharing. Pls let us know folks in Boston area can help with your journey

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The funding landscape for founders has been tough over the past two years—but for female founders, it's been even tougher. At Fierce Foundry, we're stepping up to change that. Like the trailblazing organizations How Women Invest and WE Global Studios, we’re fueling the flywheel of female investment. Our innovative approach isn’t just about making noise—it’s about making measurable impact. Join me at my info session today (and every other week - register via the link below) to learn how you can help drive meaningful change for female founders. Let’s make it happen! 🌟 https://lnkd.in/e9FUg9Uj

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Prerna Singh and I are bringing another breakfast to Fabrik next Wednesday, October 30th. Join us if you're looking for an authentic conversation with other local Product Leaders ... just ask former attendees :) ⤵️ "I love these breakfasts because they bring together open, insightful and creative leaders in the market to discuss timely and relevant topics in a curated, inclusive, and very interactive way. Jori and Prerna do an impeccable job prepping and facilitating which results in meaningful discussion. You can tell everyone is engaged because we get to hear from almost everyone on each topic (also a testament to Jori and Prerna's facilitation skills). I always leave with a new insight into the market or idea on how I could be applying a learning to myself or my business." https://lu.ma/ri1m9s8l

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We are thrilled to announce that our upcoming TECH WEEK by a16z event is going to be bigger than ever before! We’ve partnered with amazing women-led brands like The Fourth Effect with Breen Sullivan and Katrin de Haën , zant, and 2FIT BRANDS to bring you an unforgettable experience. Furthermore, we're adding two sessions on advancements in #AI and women's health to foster insightful discussions and exchange ideas. Join us for an evening of networking and deep dives into #GenAI during #NYTechWeek, personalized women’s health empowerment, and investment opportunities. We're excited to offer you the opportunity to join two exclusive sessions led by Marina Vieva, an active participant in the Bay Area community and leader in women's health. These sessions are packed with insider information, innovative solutions, and engaging discussions with industry leaders. Don’t miss out—spaces are limited to ensure interactive conversations! Session 1: GenAI Trends, Silicon Valley Vision, Concerns, and Opportunities Get insider access to the latest GenAI trends, visions from Silicon Valley, and the concerns and opportunities shaping the future. Marina Vieva will share her unique insights, and you'll have the chance to engage in a lively discussion with industry players. Session 2: Women's Health Perspective on GenAI and Future Advancements Discover how GenAI can revolutionize women's health. Marina Vieva will present innovative solutions and a forward-looking vision for the future of women's health. Participate in stimulating discussions and connect with market leaders. Sign Up Now! https://lu.ma/6esiktxd Future of AI: New horizons in Digital Health. Discussion, brainstorming, networking. NY #TechWeek · Luma #GenerativeAI #LeadershipInAI #WomenInTech #AIInnovation #FutureOfAI #TechSummit #NYTechWeek #AILeadership #AIConference #AI2024 #WomenInLeadership #AIRevolution #AICommunity #InspireAI #TechTalks #MarinaVieva #FemiSpace #AIEvent #AIInsights #TheForthEffect #Zant #2FITBRANDS

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Excited to be part of NY Tech Week! 🎉 Come see me and let's talk tech. Whether you have questions, want to start or scale your business, or are interested in a quick intro to AI as a productivity tool, drop by and say hello! Let's innovate together. 🚀 #NYTechWeek #Innovation #AI #BusinessGrowth

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