Episode Title: Designing the Future: Strategic Surprise with Mickey McManus

Episode Description:

Join host Keith Koo in this episode of Silicon Valley Insider as he welcomes Mickey McManus, a renowned expert in design thinking. Mickey delves into the world of strategic surprise and synthetic biology, sharing his unique insights and experiences from his extensive career, including his work at BCG, Maya Design, Autodesk, and Tufts University.

Key Topics:

• Mickey's Journey in Design:
  • Discover how Mickey's love for design began and how he embraced it as a discipline.
  • Learn about his career evolution from traditional design to exploring its intersections with technology and biology.
• Strategic Surprise:
  • An exploration of the concept of strategic surprise and its implications in the modern world.
  • How organizations can prepare for and leverage unexpected changes in the industry.
• Synthetic Biology:
  • An introduction to synthetic biology and its transformative potential.
  • Mickey discusses current advancements and future possibilities in the field.
• Lessons from Mickey's Career:
  • Key takeaways from Mickey's diverse work experiences.
  • Insights into how design thinking can influence strategic decisions and innovation.

Guest Bio:

Mickey McManus is a visionary in the fields of design thinking and technology, known for his innovative approach to research. He is a Senior Advisor and Executive Coach at BCG (Boston Consulting Group), founder and Chairman of Maya Design, Research Fellow Emeritus at Autodesk, and Visiting Scholar at Tufts University. Mickey has made significant contributions to the industry, shaping the future of design and its applications, and continues to inspire the next generation of designers and technologists through his academic and professional work.

Connect with Mickey McManus:

• LinkedIn: Mhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/mickeymcmanus/ickey McManus
• Twitter: @MickeyMcManus

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This episode offers a deep dive into the realms of strategic surprise and synthetic biology through the lens of design, providing listeners with valuable insights and inspiration from one of the leading figures in the industry. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Mickey McManus's vast experience and innovative thinking.

Title: Rylti's Quest: Shining a Light on the Dark Data Within Your Company

Guests: Peter Fiorillo, Co-Founder and CEO Lawrence Baisch, CTO

In this week's episode of Silicon Valley Insider, host Keith Koo welcomes Peter Fiorillo, Co-Founder and CEO, and Lawrence Baisch, CTO of RYLTI (pronounced "Royalty"), a company at the forefront of dark data discovery in corporations. Join us as we delve into how RYLTI is shining a light on the untapped potential of data within organizations, leveraging their biomimetic approach to advanced analytics.

We'll explore the growing importance of digital twins, a concept endorsed by regulators and policymakers as the future of data management. Our guests will share insights into RYLTI's commitment to responsible AI and how their technology is shaping the marketplace amidst evolving technology dynamics.

Discover the concept of a "digital twin ecosystem" and how the RYLTI RKE platform interacts with other AI and OT solutions to drive innovation and deliver previously unachievable benefits. Tune in to Silicon Valley Insider for a deep dive into the transformative work of RYLTI in making sense of corporate dark data and leading the way in responsible, cutting-edge analytics.

To find out more about RYLTI go to https://ryailiti.com/

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During this installment of Silicon Valley Insider, Keith Koo conducts an interview with Annika Monari, the CEO of Coral, an application created to transform the way vendors engage with customers in the B2B industry. Annika discusses her entrepreneurial drive, which originated from her background as a particle physicist at CERN, her successful launch of an ICO, and her subsequent shift towards utilizing AI to tackle retail and wholesale challenges.

More about Annika Monari

Annika Monari, the founder and CEO of Coral, is using AI and blockchain technology to create a virtual distributor for the wholesale industry. She is revolutionizing the industry by using AI to personalize the curation of products for individual retailers. Monari's previous startup, Artos Systems, designed a blockchain within a blockchain to solve the scalability problem plaguing Ethereum. Monari believes that blockchain and fintech will make access to capital cheaper and provide greater self-sovereignty for investments. The ultimate goal of fintech and blockchain is to level the playing field and provide opportunities that were previously only available to larger corporations.

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