Episodes

  • The Future of Hiring: A More Human-Centered Approach
    Sep 24 2024

    Episode Summary

    In this episode, Melinda Coler, the founder and CEO of Conversa AI, discusses the future of hiring and how AI can be used to create a more human-centered hiring process. Conversa helps hiring teams identify the best candidate for the job by going beyond resumes and giving candidates a chance to share more. They use AI to have conversations with candidates and extract the best information to present to hiring managers. Melinda emphasizes the importance of using AI to mitigate bias in the hiring process and suggests that companies should educate candidates on how their hiring process works to reduce bias. She also highlights the need for candidates to apply even if they don't meet all the qualifications listed in a job description and encourages recruiters to ask candidates about how they measure success to identify relevant metrics. Melinda believes that AI will continue to play a role in hiring and job search, helping companies identify the best fit for any given job and making the process more efficient and equal for both sides.

    Resources

    Meet Our Guest

    • Malinda Coler

    • Conversa AI

    Connect with Women And AI

    • Women And AI LinkedIn

    • Women And AI Website

    • Nominate a guest for our show

    Key Takeaways

    • AI can be used to create a more human-centered hiring process by going beyond resumes and giving candidates a chance to share more.

    • Companies should use AI to mitigate bias in the hiring process and educate candidates on how their hiring process works to reduce bias.

    • Candidates should apply even if they don't meet all the qualifications listed in a job description, as they may have relevant experiences that they haven't identified.

    • Recruiters should ask candidates about how they measure success to identify relevant metrics and assess their suitability for a job.

    • AI will continue to play a role in hiring and job search, helping companies identify the best fit for any given job and making the process more efficient and equal for both sides.

    Chapters

    • 00:00 Introduction and Overview
    • 01:03 Conversa: A Human-Centered Hiring Solution
    • 02:01 Using AI to Enhance the Hiring Process
    • 03:28 The Future of Hiring with AI
    • 04:26 Reducing Bias in Hiring
    • 05:25 Mitigating Bias with Conversa
    • 07:25 Assessing AI Solutions for Bias Mitigation
    • 08:24 Educating Candidates to Reduce Bias
    • 09:22 Giving Candidates More Transparency
    • 10:48 Applying for Jobs: Going Beyond Qualifications
    • 11:47 Identifying Relevant Metrics for Success
    • 13:12 Balancing Bias Mitigation and Result-Oriented Assessment
    • 15:58 Mitigating Risks and Testing AI Solutions
    • 18:22 The Role of AI in the Future of Hiring
    • 20:40 The Power of AI in Streamlining Hiring Processes
    • 23:24 Personal and Professional Use of AI
    • 25:28 Recommendation: Pratika Mehta
    • 28:10 How Listeners Can Help Convers

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    29 mins
  • Enhancing Self-Care and Productivity with AI with Yovana Rosales
    Sep 17 2024

    In this episode, Jenny interviews Yovana Rosales, CEO and founder of AI Latina. They discuss the importance of self-care and how AI can be used to enhance productivity and efficiency. Jovana shares her experience in creating AI-powered meditations for self-compassion, natural beauty, and leadership. They also talk about the upcoming Hispanic Heritage Month and the need for allies to support and promote Latinx talent.


    Yovana Rosales, founder of AI Latina, shares her journey from experiential marketing to AI education. She emphasizes the importance of diversity and inclusion in AI and the need for underrepresented communities to have a seat at the table. Yovana encourages patience and curiosity when learning about AI and highlights the role of community in supporting and uplifting each other. She also mentions the biases and discrimination within AI and the importance of including diverse voices in decision-making processes.


    Takeaways

    • AI can be used to enhance self-care and productivity
    • Hispanic Heritage Month is an opportunity to celebrate and showcase Latinx talent
    • Allies can support Latinx talent by promoting their work and creating opportunities
    • Yovana and Ruby Garcia will be speaking about the inner warrior in women at an upcoming event
    • Diversity and inclusion are crucial in the field of AI, and underrepresented communities need to have a seat at the table.
    • Including diverse voices in decision-making processes is necessary to address biases and discrimination in AI.
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    40 mins
  • Solving the Inhumanity and Bias in Hiring with AI
    Sep 10 2024

    Episode Summary

    Barb Hyman, CEO and founder of Sapia.ai, discusses the inspiration behind creating an AI-driven recruitment solution. She emphasizes the importance of focusing on the problem and the customer rather than the technology itself. Barb highlights the inhumanity and bias in the hiring process that led her to develop Sapia.ai. She explains how the AI Smart Interviewer extracts features from language responses to assess candidates and ensure a positive and fair experience. Barb also discusses the risks and considerations in using AI and the need for transparency and trust in the AI industry.

    Resources

    Meet Our Guest

    • Barb Hyman

    • Sapia.ai

    Connect with Women And AI

    • Women And AI LinkedIn

    • Women And AI Website

    • Nominate a guest for our show

    Takeaways

    • Focus on the problem and the customer when developing AI solutions
    • Address the inhumanity and bias in the hiring process with AI-driven solutions
    • Ensure a positive and fair candidate experience with AI Smart Interviewer
    • Consider the risks and challenges of using AI, including data privacy and security
    • Transparency and trust are crucial in the AI industry

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Background

    01:06 Inspiration for Sapia.ai

    05:54 AI Smart Interviewer

    09:14 Ensuring a Positive and Fair Experience

    12:30 Data Privacy and Security

    17:42 Transparency and Trust in AI

    20:48 Interview Questions and Assessments

    21:18 Language Models and AI Tools

    24:43 Impact of AI on Jobs and Skill Sets

    26:57 The Future of Recruitment

    32:49 Risks and Considerations in Using AI

    38:03 Barb's Experience with AI

    45:28 How the Women in AI Community Can Help


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    47 mins
  • AI Applications in the Finance Industry with Cindy Lin
    Sep 3 2024

    Cindy Lin, a senior director and data scientist at Bundles Investing, discusses the application of AI in the finance industry. She highlights the use of machine learning in algorithmic trading and natural language processing for equity research. Cindy also explores the challenges of integrating AI into existing financial systems and the importance of understanding the audience and infrastructure.


    Key Takeaways

    • AI has made a significant impact in the finance industry, particularly in algorithmic trading and natural language processing for equity research.
    • Integrating AI into existing financial systems requires understanding the audience, infrastructure, and regulatory compliance.
    • Common misconceptions about AI in finance include the belief that it guarantees high profits and the perception that implementation is difficult.
    • Risks in AI finance include data quality issues, model bias, and regulatory compliance challenges.
    • AI tools like Chai GPT and coding platforms have improved efficiency and accuracy in financial tasks.
    • Collaboration and ideation events can help women in AI share resources and receive feedback on their ideas.


    Chapters

    • 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
    • 02:42 The Impact of AI in Institutional Investing
    • 05:06 Integrating AI into Financial Systems: Considerations and Challenges
    • 07:59 Demystifying AI in Finance: Common Misconceptions
    • 13:17 Ensuring Data Quality and Managing Model Risk in Finance
    • 17:57 The Next Breakthroughs in AI for the Financial Sector
    • 21:24 Staying Current with AI Trends: Recommended Resources
    • 24:27 AI Tools for Finance: From Proofreading to Code Generation
    • 28:12 Inspiration in the AI Community: Joyce Li
    • 29:14 Collaboration and Feedback: Mini Shark Tank Events for Female Funders


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    30 mins
  • Finding Better Leads and Saving Time with AI with Saumya Bhatnagar
    Aug 27 2024

    In this conversation, Jenny and Lana interview Saumya Putnagar, the CPO and co-founder of Involve.ai, an AI-driven early warning dashboard that helps companies predict churn and revenue growth opportunities using customer data. Saumya shares insights on how AI can help businesses find better leads, save time, and automate tedious tasks. She emphasizes the importance of responsible AI and offers advice for women looking to level up their AI careers. Saumya also discusses her own AI journey and recommends AI products like GitHub Copilot, Uizard, and Grammarly. She encourages listeners to start with simple AI tools and learn the art of prompting.


    Takeaways

    • AI can help businesses find better leads and save time by automating tedious tasks.
    • Responsible AI is crucial, and users should be mindful of privacy and potential risks.
    • Women looking to level up their AI careers should trust their intuition and believe in themselves.
    • Starting with simple AI tools and learning the art of prompting can be a great way to get started.
    • Recommended AI products include GitHub Copilot, Uizard, and Grammarly.


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

    01:52 Using AI to Find Better Leads and Automate Manual Tasks

    05:30 The Risks and Considerations of Using AI

    07:54 Advice for Women in AI: Trust Your Intuition

    10:40 The Future of AI: Incremental Innovation and Multi-Modal Applications

    24:30 The Importance of Responsible AI

    26:36 First Experiences with AI and the Potential of Generative AI

    28:30 Top AI Product Recommendations

    30:25 Women in AI and Valuable Resources

    32:06 Starting with Simple AI Tools and Learning the Art of Prompting

    34:16 Supporting and Connecting with Women in AI

    35:41 Living in Different Cities and Startup Challenges

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    37 mins
  • AI Tools for Overcoming Business Challenges with Ashley Gross
    Aug 20 2024

    In this episode, Ashley Gross, the founder and CEO of the Prompt Community, discusses the transformative impact of generative AI and the need for AI education and cross-collaboration.

    Ashley also shares insights about the Prompt Community, which offers AI tutorials and connects members with AI founders. She talks about the first cohort of her course on building a business with AI and the benefits of community collaboration.


    AI Tools:

    • Crimson Hexagon
    • Butterfly AI
    • Intercom
    • Fireflies AI


    Takeaways


    1. AI education and cross-collaboration are essential for driving AI literacy and creating a diverse and inclusive space for learning.
    2. The Prompt Community offers AI tutorials and connects members with AI founders, providing a fun and inclusive learning environment.
    3. Building a business with AI requires addressing challenges such as poor business plans, lack of skills and knowledge, and product-market fit.
    4. AI tools like Crimson Hexagon, Butterfly AI, and Intercom can help businesses overcome these challenges and improve their operations.
    5. Understanding data privacy policies is crucial when using AI, and companies should prioritize transparency and user control over data.
    6. While AI may experience a boom and subsequent fatigue, the technology will continue to advance and decentralize data. Start with a problem and use AI as a tool to solve it.
    7. Favorite AI tools mentioned: Jasper and Read AI.
    8. Focus on finding AI tools that align with your needs and solve real problems.
    9. Support Ashley Gross in her goal to make it on the Forbes 30 under 30 list.


    Chapters

    • 00:00 Introduction and Overview of the Prompt Community
    • 02:54 Highlighting AI Founders in the Prompt Community
    • 04:39 Building a Business with AI: First Cohort and Cross-Pollination
    • 07:48 The Importance of Community Building and Verticals Seeing Changes
    • 08:47 Challenges of Building a Business with AI and Recommended Tools
    • 12:13 Understanding the Risks of Using AI and Data Privacy
    • 19:52 The Future of AI: Predictions and Decentralizing Data
    • 23:38 The Journey of AI: From Hype to Practicality
    • 25:24 Ashley's First Experience with AI
    • 27:46 Using AI in Personal and Professional Life
    • 29:51 The Time-Saving Benefits of AI Tools
    • 32:21 Getting Started with AI: Start with a Problem
    • 34:52 Using AI to Improve Networking Skills
    • 38:42 Supporting Up-and-Coming Women in AI
    • 43:00 Asking for Help and Support
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    45 mins
  • AI's Impact on Healthcare and Demystifying AI Terms with Neha Goel
    Aug 12 2024

    In this episode, Neha Goel, a Sr. AI engineer at Microsoft, founder of N23 Studio, and Chair of Women in AI Leadership Program at AI 2030, discusses her work in the field of AI and its impact on healthcare.

    She explains the concepts of deep learning, machine learning, and neural networks, highlighting their interconnectedness. Neha also introduces the concept of Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) and its use in generating relevant information using large language models and external knowledge.

    She shares her personal career journey, including battling gender bias in the tech industry.

    Takeaways

    • AI has a significant impact on the healthcare field, improving patient care, reducing administrative work for doctors, and enhancing customer support.
    • Deep learning, machine learning, and neural networks are interconnected concepts in AI, with deep learning involving the use of neural networks to make machines learn.
    • Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) combines large language models with external knowledge to generate relevant information and avoid hallucinations.
    • Opportunities for AI exist in smaller use cases, such as content generation and productivity improvement.
    • Start small and focus on specific use cases when exploring AI tools.
    • N23 Studio provides a platform for individuals to share their AI learning journeys.
    • The Women in AI community offers authentic connections and support for women in the field.
    • The Impact of AI on Healthcare
    • Overcoming Gender Bias: Neha Goel's Inspiring Career Journey The Importance of Real-World Application in Machine Learning
    • Authentic Connections and Support: The Women in AI Community

    Chapters

    • 00:00 Introduction and Background
    • 01:50 Neha Goel's Work at Microsoft
    • 03:37 The Impact of AI in Healthcare06:34Exciting Emerging Trends in AI
    • 09:43 Demystifying AI Terms: Deep Learning, Machine Learning, and Neural Networks
    • 15:51 Understanding Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)
    • 19:48 Overcoming Challenges: Neha Goel's Career Journey in Tech
    • 26:57 From Coding to Founding: Neha's Journey
    • 37:16 N23 Studio: A Place to Share Learning Journeys in AI
    • 39:57 Assessing AI Risks and Opportunities
    • 43:37 Making AI Accessible to Everyone
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    54 mins
  • AI's Impact on Drug Discovery for Heart Issues with Ayla Annac
    Aug 6 2024

    In this episode, Jenny and Reut interview Ayla Annac, co-founder and CEO of Innovo Sciences, about AI's impact on healthcare and specifically on drug discovery for heart issues.


    Ayla shares her personal journey and mission to find safe and effective drugs for heart failure, inspired by the loss of her father to the disease. She discusses the work of Innovo Sciences in developing cardiac precision discovery technologies that integrate patient-derived micro heart models and AI-driven diagnostics.


    Takeaways

    • AI can play a crucial role in drug discovery for heart issues by integrating patient-derived micro heart models and AI-driven diagnostics.
    • Diversity in clinical trials is essential to ensure the effectiveness and safety of drugs for different populations.
    • AI has the potential to empower individuals in managing their health by providing personalized data and insights.
    • Ethics and transparency are critical in AI development to ensure responsible and beneficial use of the technology.
    • Empowering Individuals in Healthcare with AI
    • AI's Impact on Drug Discovery for Heart Issues


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Ayla Annac and Innovo Sciences

    04:01 Ayla's Personal Motivation and Mission

    07:51 Patient-Derived Models and Precision Medicine

    09:23 Matching Drugs to Subpopulations for Effective Treatment

    13:00 The Importance of Diversity in Clinical Trials

    14:50 Empowering Vulnerable Populations with AI

    16:38 Ethical Use of AI in Healthcare

    18:24 Keeping Humans in the Loop with AI

    18:54 Protecting Small Creators and Ensuring Fair Innovation

    20:44 Ethics and Integrity in AI

    25:49 Connecting and Uniting with AI31:25Influential Women in the AI Space

    34:44 Collaboration in Precision Cardiac Medicine Development

    36:24 How the Women in AI Community Can Help

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    37 mins