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Talking AIFrom Prompt to Product: How AI Is Disrupting SaaSIn this episode of the Talking AI Podcast, host Matt Page discusses how AI is set to revolutionize the SaaS landscape with guest Michael Lu, a seasoned software engineer now at Stripe.Michael shares his journey of creating Springtime, a free e-signing tool inspired by the high costs of DocuSign.He elaborates on the future of AI in prototyping, coding, and reducing the need for specialized engineering roles.The discussion also touches on SaaS pricing models, potential democratization effects, and Stripe’s innovative collaboration with perplexity.ai for enhanced shopping experiences.Tu...2025-05-0645 minTalking AIPrompt, Build, Repeat: The New Software WorkflowIn this episode of the Talking AI Podcast, host Matt Page converses with Andrew Miller, an engineer turned designer turned product manager, who has developed the 'Prompt Driven Development' (PDD) methodology aimed at building software with large language models (LLMs).Andrew describes how PDD distills best practices from traditional software development into a framework that allows individuals to build reliable, methodical software without coding. He shares his career journey and how the introduction of ChatGPT inspired his methodology.The discussion includes a comparison between traditional and prompt-driven development workflows, the impact of AI on various...2025-04-2233 min
The Quarterback DadCastNavigating Co-Parenting with Grace and Purpose - Trent CottonSend us a textOn this week's episode of the Quarterback Dadcast, Casey Jacox sits down with the talented Trent Cotton, the VP of Culture from Hatchworks AI.Maintaining a meaningful connection with your child when physical distance separates you isn't just challenging—it can feel nearly impossible. Trent knows this struggle intimately. After separating from his wife when their daughter was only two and a half years old, with three hours of distance between them, Trent had to build his relationship through phone calls with a toddler who sometimes wasn't interested in talking.2025-04-101h 01Talking AIAI for Life: Tips, Tools, and Transformations with Celia QuillianIn this episode, host Matt Paige chats with Celia Quillian about how everyday people can start using AI to simplify their lives. Celia shares her journey from discovering free tools like ChatGPT to applying AI for tasks ranging from travel planning to organizing daily routines.The conversation breaks down practical tips for effective prompting and building habits with AI. Celia explains how giving clear context and using voice commands can transform simple tasks into major time-savers. She also covers how experimenting with AI tools can gradually build confidence and competence.Wrapping up, the discussion looks...2025-04-0834 minTalking AIThe New Era of AI Reasoning with Nate JonesIn this episode, host Matt Paige talks with Nate Jones, a long-time AI expert and popular TikTok personality, about how AI is changing. They discuss how new reasoning models and design approaches are making large language models more than just advanced autocomplete tools.They dive into how these models work by taking time to “think” through a problem. Nate explains that techniques like chain-of-thought and tree-of-thought allow AI to process more information before answering. They also touch on the importance of tokens and compute power, showing how these factors are changing software development and product design.Th...2025-03-2534 min
The Labor PoolBuilding the Future of HR with Hatchworks AI VP of Talent & Culture Trent CottonOn this episode of the Labor Pool, we're thrilled to have Trent Cotton, VP of People and Culture at HatchWorks AI, on the show. Trent shares his fascinating journey from banking to HR, highlighting the critical role of human capital as a key asset. We dive into the transformative power of AI in reshaping HR functions, discussing tools like Make.com and ClickUp. You'll hear about how AI is poised to revolutionize talent acquisition, learning development, and operational efficiency. Trent provides a forward-thinking perspective on integrating AI in HR, emphasizing the importance of upskilling and strategic change management. Join...2025-03-1147 minTalking AIDemocratizing AI: How to Empower Your OrganizationIn this episode, host Matt Paige sits down with AI expert Andreas Welsch to talk about how companies can turn AI hype into real business value. Andreas shares his experience working with big enterprises and stresses the importance of training teams to use AI effectively. He explains that success in AI isn’t just about using new tools—it’s about better leadership and smarter integration into everyday work.They discuss practical ways to boost AI skills through “social blended learning,” which mixes quick lessons with hands-on practice. Andreas also talks about the evolving role of the chief AI o...2025-03-1134 min
Talking TAAI Isn’t Replacing You—It’s Changing Everything. Are You Ready? Insights from Trent CottonIn this thought-provoking episode, host Denise Chaffin sits down with Trent Cotton, VP of Talent & Culture at Hatchworks AI, to explore the rapidly changing landscape of HR and talent acquisition. Trent shares his unique career journey, from banking to HR, and discusses the game-changing role of AI, particularly agentic AI, in workforce planning, recruitment, and employee development.They dive deep into how AI is automating tedious TA & HR processes, freeing up recruiters to focus on strategic talent advising, and even redefining traditional career paths. Trent highlights how AI is shifting job markets, the rise of AI-powered internal...2025-03-0354 minTalking AITransforming Data from 2D to 3D with Graphs and AIHow can high-reliability organizations transform their data from flat, 2D spreadsheets into a dynamic, 3D world of interconnected insights? In the Season 4 premiere of the Talking AI podcast, host Matt Paige dives deep with Jon Brewton, Founder & CEO at data², and Daniel Bukowski, CTO at data², to explore how leveraging knowledge graphs and AI is revolutionizing data transparency and explainability.Jon and Daniel share their journey from traditional analytics to building a modular, cloud-agnostic, zero-trust AI platform that empowers industries such as defense, intelligence, energy, finance, and healthcare. They break down the core concepts of graph databases ve...2025-02-2546 minTalking AIGet Ready to Talk Some AI! - Season 4 TrailerDon't want to get behind an AI? You're in luck! Season four of the Talking AI podcast is almost here, and we're gearing up to bring you even more in-depth conversations with the pioneers shaping our future. This season, prepare to dive into the minds of AI startup founders, enterprise AI leaders, and some of the top voices in the field.What to Expect:Expert Insights: Hear from the innovators and early adopters who are redefining what’s possible with AI.Bonus Episodes: Enjoy special bonus content featuring our CTO, Omar Shanti, who will deep dive in...2025-02-1800 min
The Bliss Business PodcastBalancing Profit and Social Responsibility with Brandon PowellJoin us for an inspiring live episode of The Bliss Business Podcast featuring Brandon Powell, CEO of HatchWorks AI.
In a world where businesses are increasingly called to do more than just make a profit, Brandon shares how HatchWorks AI has successfully integrated purpose and profit to create meaningful impact.
In this episode, we’ll explore:
+ How businesses can effectively balance financial goals with social impact
+ Real-world examples of companies thriving with purpose-driven strategies
+ The role of social entrepreneurship in building stronger, more resilient organizations
If you’re a...2025-01-3036 min
Time to HireEp 21: Seasoned TA and RPO Leaders Share Insights From the New RPO Trends StudyIn this episode of the Time to Hire podcast, host Lamees Abourahma features an expert panel of TA and RPO leaders from the 2024 Annual RPOA Conference. The panelists discuss key findings from the latest RPO Trends Study. Ben Eubanks, Senior Analyst at Lighthouse Research and Advisory, moderated. The panel shares how RPO providers help companies use AI, improve their brand, and hire better. The panelists also give tips on making a strong case for RPO services and on urgent hiring needs. By listening, talent professionals can learn new strategies to improve recruiting, boost their employer brand, and...2025-01-2442 minTalking AIThe Father of Data Contracts - AI’s New Best FriendHow can organizations ensure that their data pipelines deliver consistent, trustworthy insights without frequent disruptions? In this episode of the Talking AI podcast, host Matt Paige co-host Omar Shanti, CTO of HatchWorks AI, speak with Andrew Jones, Principal Engineer at GoCardless, about the concept and practice of data contracts. Andrew explains what data contracts are, why they emerged, and how they improve data reliability and collaboration.The discussion explores how data contracts relate to data mesh and platform thinking, helping teams share responsibility for data while maintaining clear standards. Andrew and Omar share examples of data contracts...2024-12-1035 min
Stu Helm: Food FanEpisode 171: Holiday Cookie Season!THE PODCASTThe podcast above was originally recorded on 11/14/2024 and features me, flying solo once again, without my usual co-host Chef Tom LaFauci from Twisted Laurel Downtown Asheville. I am joined however, by… 00:00 - 02:10 INTRO: Tommy Pinkman Is Chained Up In The Kitchen02:11 - 011:20 STAFFING: Where’d Everybody Go?11:21 - 24:47 WHERE’D YA EAT? Green Sage Cafe, Jeremiah's Italian Ice, Farm Burger, Starview Coffee Catering, White Duck Taco, and Flour24: 48 - 24:28 MANNA SPOT: Please Donate to MANNA Foodbank24:29 - 34:50 COOKIES!!! Chef Amber Cate Gave Me Permission To Eat Them All34:51 - 42:41 MODA: Live From Wall Street...2024-12-0454 minTalking AIReal-Time AI and Multi-Agent Systems: Lessons from a Chief Architect at VisaHow is the growing world of AI agents reshaping enterprise systems? In this episode of Talking AI, host Matt Paige is joined by Praveen Gunasekaran, Senior Director and Chief Architect at Visa, and Omar Shanti, CTO of HatchWorks, to explore the possibilities of agentic systems and their impact on software development.Together, they look at the power of agentic systems—technologies that can autonomously make decisions and execute changes in business processes without human intervention. This shift from deterministic to probabilistic systems opens up new opportunities for software developers to create more dynamic and responsive products....2024-11-2628 minTalking AIHow AI is Evolving from Assistant to Co-WorkerCould AI evolve from its position as a handy assistant to a fully-fledged teammate in the workplace? Patrick Lynch, PhD, AI Faculty Lead at Hult International Business School, and Omar Shanti, CTO of HatchWorks, join host Matt Paige to explore the AI industrial revolution we’re seeing and how human-AI collaboration could drastically affect the way teams collaborate. Patrick takes us through the "four faces of AI" - mechanical, analytical, intuitive, and empathetic - highlighting the progression of AI maturity and what it could mean for the future of work. This framework provides a valuable le...2024-11-1244 minTalking AIInnovation at Scale: The Role of AIChange is often met with resistance, but Neil Goodrich, Chief Innovation Officer at Envista Forensics, challenges us to rethink our approach to innovation in this episode of Talking AI. Together with host Matt Paige, Neil explores where new AI tools can help to lead innovation and how small incremental changes can drive larger transformative projects. We look at how AI can boost efficiency at different stages of an innovation process, from creating faster prototypes to democratizing access to data insights across teams. Matt and Neil swap ideas on how AI could impact things like customer...2024-10-2941 minTalking AIGenerative AI Is Not an Island: ML’s Core PrinciplesGenerative AI may feel like the new kid on the block, but it's not as different from traditional machine learning as you might think.In this episode of Talking AI, we’re joined by Simba Khadder, Co-Founder & CEO of Featureform, and Omar Shanti, CTO of Hatchworks AI, to discuss how generative AI builds upon established ML principles and infrastructure. We explore the misconception that it exists as its own little island, when in reality, we see a clear continuity between classic ML and newer AI technologies.Simba and Omar break down the unique aspects of Ge...2024-10-1545 minTalking AIAI in Life Sciences: Balancing Risk and InnovationDoes generative AI have a place in the highly regulated world of life sciences, and can it produce value without compromising patient safety?In this episode of the Talking AI podcast, host Matt Paige sits down with Matt Lewis, Global Chief AI Officer at Inizio Medical, to explore the delicate balance between innovation and risk in healthcare AI.Matt brings a wealth of experience from his role at Inizio Medical, a powerhouse in the life sciences industry that balances scientific knowledge with cutting-edge technology like AI to transform medical communication and content. He...2024-10-0144 min
Technology Executives ClubMeet Omar Shanti, CTO of Hatchworks AIMeet Omar Shanti, CTO of Hatchworks AI and our newest Board of Advisor member. Omar is an exciting fast-moving Technology Leader with expertise in:
* Generative Driven Development
* Data Science and MLOps
* Data Architecture at Scale
* Web3 and Decentralized Applications
* Cultivating a Culture of Innovation
* Product Thinking and Customer Centricity.
Plus a special quote on the Art of Creating a Great Ceviche, and how that applies to creating great work fast. Enjoy getting to know and learning from Omar!2024-09-3045 minTalking AIBONUS : How LangChain’s Abstractions Help—and Hinder—AI InnovationIn this bonus episode of Talking AI, Omar Shanti, CTO of HatchWorks AI, breaks down how LangChain’s abstractions have both helped and hindered AI innovation.He explains why these tools, while useful for quick starts, can sometimes make simple tasks harder as projects scale. The conversation highlights where LangChain shines and where it falls short.Viewers will hear insights on why prompt engineering and tuning are more challenging than building agent tools. Omar shares how over-abstraction can cause issues when taking projects into production, leading many to rethink their toolkits.If you’re w...2024-09-2421 minTalking AIHow to Avoid the AI Wrapper TrapIs AI-generated content really good enough to compete in the highly competitive world of search engine optimization? This was a question that Tim Hanson had early on in his AI journey, as many of us were experimenting with ChatGPT and other tools with varying results. His solution? Penfriend.ai – a tool that generates articles based on proven content strategies without the need for traditional prompting. As Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer, Tim joins the Talking AI podcast to delve into the world of AI-powered content and how Penfriend avoids the dreaded “AI wrapper” label. We hear T...2024-09-1739 minTalking AIThe Product Mindset Meets AIGen AI promises to completely transform our world, from how we work to how we live. But do the core first principles in product management and strategy change with this new technology? Join Matt as he digs into this question with Uday Kumar, Principal - Data and AI Product Management at Metashore. Uday shares his insights on maintaining core principles in product management while leveraging the new tools and technologies offered by generative AI. He emphasizes that while the fundamentals of understanding customer needs and solving problems remain unchanged, generative AI presents a new and compelling toolset. 2024-09-0343 minTalking AIAgentic Organizations: The New EraWhat if the future of work is not just about humans collaborating with machines, but about creating entire organizations that operate through AI agents? In this episode of the Talking AI podcast, host Matt Paige unpacks this concept with Alan Wunsche, Managing Partner at Agentware AI and an expert in organizational change and emerging technologies. Together, they discuss the rise of "agentic organizations," where AI agents are not merely tools but integral members of the workforce, executing tasks autonomously and enhancing productivity.Alan draws parallels between the current AI revolution and historical technological advancements, such...2024-08-2047 minTalking AIAgentic AI: Redefining How We Interact with TechnologyWelcome back to the first episode of season 3 of the Talking AI podcast, formerly known as the Built Right podcast!We’re kicking off with Amir Behbehani, Founder and Chief AI Engineer at Memra, a platform that helps build, deploy, and automate workflow through AI. He and host Matt Paige look at some of the hurdles AI needs to overcome to fully integrate into enterprise, such as lack of proprietary data access and memory. Amir delves into the science behind these challenges and potential solutions. He introduces the concept of ‘agentic AI’ and the emergent AI stack, made up...2024-08-0646 minTalking AITalking AI, Formerly Built Right, Season 3 Launch TrailerWelcome to the Talking AI podcast, where we dive deep into the world of artificial intelligence with host Matt Paige. Formerly known as the Built Right podcast, Talking AI brings you insightful conversations with AI experts, founders of AI products, and industry leaders who are leveraging AI in their businesses. Whether you're an AI expert or a beginner, our episodes will help you understand how AI technology works and how early adopters are deriving value from it. New episodes drop starting August 6th.Key links:Talking AI2024-07-3000 minTalking AIGenerative AI: Disrupting Software DevelopmentLike many other tech fields, software development is being impacted by the mass uptake of artificial intelligence. But how exactly has the role of a software developer changed, and what will that role look like in the future?In this special edition of the Built Right podcast, our CEO, Brandon Powell, sits down with J Schwan, the new Executive Chairman of HatchWorks, to explore the impact of generative AI on software development. With over 25 years in the digital consultancy space, J is an angel investor and Founder of The Second Mountain, a coaching and early-stage investment fund...2024-06-1142 minTalking AIAI and the New Age of Artistic CreationWhile the era of generative AI has got some people worried, especially in the creative spaces, others are seeing new opportunities arise from it. Meg Ball, Graphic Designer at MTB Creative, has embraced generative AI tools and now uses them as a key part of her design process. In this episode of Built Right, we hear how she first became interested in gen AI and began to use Midjourney after learning about it via Discord communities. Meg shares her thoughts on the art of prompting and experimenting with different features on Midjourney, plus how AI...2024-05-281h 05
Talking AIImpact of Generative AI on Conversational DesignHow has the world of conversational design and conversational interfaces changed with the recent surge of Gen AI? Taking a deep dive into this topic is Amber Prause, Digital Product Owner at Gordon Food Service, North America's largest privately held food distributor. She joins this episode of Built Right to talk about the evolution of conversational interfaces, the shift from deterministic design to non-deterministic models, and the importance of understanding user personas in designing chatbots.Amber shares insights on training NLUs, the role of prompt engineering, and the challenges of leveraging AI in business workflows...2024-05-1437 min
The Recruiter of SteelEP. 9 Creating a High Performance Recruiting Organization with Trent CottenIn this episode, hear from Trent Cotten, VP of Talent & Culture at Hatchworks, on how to build a high performing recruitment machine. BackgroundTrent Cotton is a highly accomplished leader and strategist with extensive experience in organizational development, talent management, and business operations. With a strong background in HR leadership, he. has a proven track record of designing and implementing innovative HR programs that drive employee engagement, retention, and business performance.As an experienced executive, Trent has worked with some of the world's leading companies, where he has led and supported HR...2024-05-1438 min
Recruiting RoundtableVC Talent PartnersIn this episode of Recruiting Roundtable we speak with Cheri Larkins, Head of People Ops and Talent at Aegis Ventures, Trent Cotton, VP of Talent & Culture at Hatchworks, and Jim Conti, Talent Partner at Hyde Park Venture Partners about VC Talent Partners in the world of tech and the strategies behind their influence on founders and hiring managers.
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Talking AINavigating Workplace Challenges with AI: The Tough Day SolutionGenerative AI has set workplaces around the world on a path toward reshaping business models, team structures, and how they look for tech solutions. And it shows no sign of slowing down!In this episode of the podcast, we hear about a new AI platform that offers a unique solution to modern workplace challenges.Katherine von Jan, aka KVJ, is the Co-Founder of Tough Day, an AI platform that helps workers with everyday challenges. She joins the Built Right podcast to share her brilliant strategy for taking a unique idea and bringing it to market...2024-04-3053 min
Talking AIOrchestrating the Web: The Untapped Potential of AIWelcome to an exciting episode of the Built Right podcast where we are talking to Alexander De Ridder, who is an entrepreneur, technologist, and visionary, focused on leveraging AI to transform businesses. Alexander is also the Co-Founder and CTO of SmythOS. In this episode, Alexander gives us an overview of his fascinating career journey, which has led to where he is today, segueing into an in-depth look at the concept of AI orchestration and the future of AI agents. Alexander explains where he sees AI going in the future and challenges the conventional view of the web...2024-04-161h 12
Talking AIThe AI Startup Journey: Lessons Learned from Wysper.ai's FounderThe barrier to entry in product development is growing smaller every day as new tech like AI makes it easier than ever to build your own products. But what does this mean for the SaaS market? Will the business model that SaaS companies have followed need to evolve? On the Built Right podcast, we welcomed Gregory Mayer, the Founder of Wysper.ai, a solution that automates content creation by turning podcasts and webinars into written content for marketing purposes. Gregory’s story is an inspiring one for anyone who’s ever wanted to build their own tech solut...2024-04-0234 min
Talent and Growth - The Talent Acquisition PodcastEpisode 207: The Traits of High Performing Recruitment Teams With Trent Cotton, VP of Talent & Culture at HatchworksSummary
In this conversation, Trent Cotton discusses the traits and strategies that contribute to high-performance recruiting teams. He emphasizes the importance of being goal-oriented, gritty, adaptable, curious, and open to respectful conflict. Trent also introduces the concept of sprint recruiting, which applies agile methodology to the recruiting process. He explains how sprint recruiting can improve efficiency, establish accountability, and provide measurable progress.
Takeaways
High-performance recruiting teams are goal-oriented and measure their success against specific targets.
Grit and tenacity are essential traits in recruiting teams, but leaders must also help balance their...2024-04-0227 minTime to HireEp 13: The 7 Traits of High Performance RecruitingIn this episode of Time to Hire, Lamees Abourahama welcomes Trent Cotton, author of the newly released book High-Performance Recruiting. Trent will present the seven traits, environments, and leadership styles of high-performance recruiting teams.Trent's insights, grounded in his real-world experiences as a recruiting leader and his meticulous research, provide the theory and practical application of the traits. He shares stories illustrating how each trait works together to elevate team performance. IntroThe Purpose of Trent's book 7 Traits of High Performace Recruiting [3:36]Mediocre Recruiting Teams v. High-Performance Recruiting Teams [4:54]Th...2024-03-2235 min