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The AI Space PodcastTop AI Tools to Grow Your Business with Joe ApfelbaumIn this episode of The AI Space Podcast, Sanjay of Stonehaas Advisors, welcomes Joe Apfelbaum, CEO of AJAX Union and EvyAI, to share his game-changing insights on leveraging AI to grow and scale your business. Joe reveals how autonomous AI agents are revolutionizing operations, marketing, and sales—helping entrepreneurs find bottlenecks, automate tasks, and unlock unstoppable growth.Joe emphasizes that the key to success in the AI era is understanding your business bottlenecks, building a strong foundation, and starting with unscalable, hands-on approaches to gather real insights. He shares practical strategies for using AI to...
2025-08-2257 minThe AI Space PodcastWhy Now Is The Best Time To Start Your Own Business! with Anna Anisin | Founder | CMO | FormulatedByIn this exciting new episode of The AI Space Podcast, hosted by Sanjay Kalluvilayil of Stonehaas Advisors, we’re thrilled to welcome Anna Anisin, founder of FormulatedBy and the Data Science Salon community. Anna shares her inspiring perspective on how the current era, despite job disruptions, is the best time to start a business—thanks to the powerful AI and automation tools available today. Her message is clear: move fast, build trust, and leverage technology to create scalable, impactful solutions while maintaining authentic relationships.Anna dives into the hottest AI trends shaping the future, incl...
2025-08-0858 minThe AI Space PodcastWinning & Attracting AI Researchers in the Age of $100M Bounties| Babak Hodjat | CTO of AI CognizantIn this episode of The AI Space Podcast, host Sanjay Kalluvilayil, founder of Stonehaas Advisors, sits down with Babak Hodjat, CTO of @cognizant AI, to discuss how enterprise leaders can move from AI experiments to production-scale impact. Babak, widely recognized as a pioneer in intelligent systems and the lead inventor of the tech behind Siri, shares his views on why many businesses are still stuck in proof-of-concept loops—and how to break through.The conversation cuts through hype and digs into what truly drives enterprise AI success: data readiness, change management, and a relentless focu...
2025-07-251h 00The AI Space PodcastThe AI Tsunami Ignore or Upskill? Sink or Swim? with Richie Cotton, DataCamp Senior Data EvangelistIn this latest episode of The AI Space Podcast, host Sanjay Kalluvilayil of Stonehaas Advisors, welcomes Richie Cotton, Senior Data Evangelist from @DataCamp . Richie shares invaluable insights on how demonstrating your AI skills through building small, public prototypes can open doors and establish your credibility in this rapidly evolving field. He emphasizes that practical, real-world projects are the most effective way to showcase your expertise to potential employers, investors, or partners.Richie dives into the hottest AI trends shaping the future, including reasoning AI, agentic AI, and multimodal AI—highlighting how these technologies are chan...
2025-07-1155 minThe AI Space PodcastCan AI Trust Its Guts: AGI Sentience? With Rana Gujral, CEO at Behavioral Signals, TEDx SpeakerIn this captivating episode of the AI Space Podcast, Sanjay Kalluvilayil of Stonehaas Advisors sits down with Rana Gujral, co-founder and CEO of Behavioral Signals, to explore the profound implications of AI on society, business, and the very nature of reality. Rana challenges us to rethink what we see as reality, describing it as a user interface crafted by evolution to simplify the complex beneath. They delve into the current state of AI, including the long-term potential of quantum supremacy, biological computing, and the pursuit of true sentience—building what Rana calls an "emotional operating system" that could be fo...
2025-06-271h 05The AI Space PodcastAI + No-Code Workflow Automation to Scale Smart with Wade Foster, Co Founder & CEO of ZapierIn this episode of the AI Space Podcast hosted by Sanjay Kalluvilayil, guest Wade Foster, CEO and co-founder of Zapier, discusses the rapid rise of AI agents and emphasizes the importance of bounding and iterating their deployment. He highlights two key trends: autonomous agents capable of real-time work and test-time compute to improve responses with models like GPT-4. Wade notes that smaller, technically inclined companies are leading in AI experimentation, while larger organizations face deployment and compliance challenges.Wade stresses that success in AI scaling requires a mindset of experimentation and continuous learning. He...
2025-06-131h 01The AI Space PodcastSeamless AI + Human Omnichannel Platform CX That Wins with Tomer Azenkot of Vee24In this episode of The AI Space Podcast, host Sanjay Kalluvilayil, founder and CEO of Stonehaas Advisors, sits down with Tomer Azenkot, CEO of Vee24, to explore how AI is transforming digital customer engagement. From conversational commerce to live video chat, Tomer shares how Vee24 is empowering companies to deliver personalized, real-time experiences that drive loyalty and conversion.The conversation covers practical strategies for integrating AI into customer service workflows, lessons learned from leading enterprise implementations, and what it takes to scale AI-powered solutions across industries. Tomer also talks about the future of virtual...
2025-05-301h 02The AI Space PodcastCode First Data & AI Platform: Build Fast with Greg Michaelson of ZerveWhat does it take to build an AI startup that actually solves real problems? In this episode of The AI Space Podcast, host Sanjay Kalluvilayil, founder and CEO of Stonehaas Advisors, sits down with Greg Michaelson, Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer of Zerve. Greg shares his unconventional journey—from Baptist preacher to Ph.D. in applied statistics to early DataRobot executive and now AI platform innovator. His insights into product-led growth, startup execution, and the state of AI tooling are sharp, candid, and highly actionable.Greg opens up about Zerve’s mission to redefine data...
2025-05-1659 minThe AI Space PodcastFrom MLB to AI: A Real-Life "Moneyball" Exec on Building AI & Data Platforms that Scale and WinWhat does it take to build a billion-dollar AI company, scale responsibly, and still make time to teach the next generation of innovators? In this powerhouse episode of The AI Space Podcast, host Sanjay Kalluvilayil, founder and CEO of Stonehaas Advisors, sits down with Ari Kaplan, Head of Evangelism at Databricks, for a masterclass in data intelligence, responsible AI, and scaling with purpose. From his early days pioneering sports analytics and inspiring the Moneyball movement to helping Databricks shape the future of AI infrastructure, Ari shares lessons every AI founder and tech strategist needs to hear.
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Frisco Realty News with Mr. FriscoEpisode 40: Sanjay Kalluvilayil, Stonehaas AdvisorsMisterFrisco's World of Realty:Dive deep into the dynamic world of homes for sale in Frisco and North Dallas real estate with Realtor Frisco TX, Mr. Frisco—Viktor Taushanov. With over a decade in the field, Viktor believes real estate is more than just property; it's about dreams, connections, and finding that perfect place called home. His dedication to understanding each client's unique needs and his commitment to forging long-lasting relationships have set him apart in the industry. His vast network, combined with his relentless drive, ensures a smooth journey for every homebuyer or seller. Abo...
2025-04-2919 minThe AI Space PodcastThe Future of AI: Building Scalable Business Solutions with Ido Adler, Founder & CEO of Binomical LLCIn the latest episode of The AI Space Podcast, host Sanjay Kalluvilayil welcomes Ido Adler, founder and CEO of Binomical LLC, to unpack the real-world impact of AI on business. With a rich background leading roles at Google, AWS, and SAP, Ido shares powerful insights on the evolving role of agentic AI, the future of automation, and the rise of solution-agnostic models.This isn’t just theory—Ido breaks down how AI is being used to solve business process challenges today, from scalable automation to smarter customer engagement. He also shares his personal journey from...
2025-04-181h 02The AI Space PodcastAI From the Trenches and the Pivot to Small Language Models (SLM) with Julien Simon of Arcee.aiAI isn’t about hype—it’s about solving real problems. In this episode of The AI Space Podcast, host Sanjay Kalluvilayil is joined by Julien Simon, Chief Evangelist at Arcee.ai, for a wide-ranging conversation on building scalable, cost-effective, and domain-adapted AI solutions using small language models.Together, they cut through the noise around automation, open source, and large-scale model performance, zeroing in on what truly matters for enterprises: ROI, responsible innovation, and solving business problems faster and smarter. From Julien’s experience at AWS and Hugging Face to his work now at Arcee.ai...
2025-04-041h 03The AI Space PodcastCreating an AI Fashion House and Re-Imagining Haute Couture with Nova Lorraine, House Of Nova FounderHow do we build a future where technology and humanity thrive together?In this episode, Nova Lorraine, founder of House of Nova, joins The AI Space Podcast hosted by Sanjay Kalluvilayil to explore the intersection of AI, digital fashion, and entrepreneurship. From empowering women in Web3 to leveraging AI for personalization and immersive experiences, Nova shares her insights on how technology is shaping the next generation of innovation.Key topics:🔹 AI-driven fashion & digital couture🔹 Ethical & responsible AI in business🔹 Scaling startups with AI-powered tools...
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Visionary Voices PodcastThe Future of Business: AI and Automation Insights Ft Sanjay KalluvilayilIn this conversation, Sanjay Kalluvilayil, founder and CEO of Stonehaas Advisors, shares his journey from traditional expectations to becoming a management consultant focused on helping businesses, particularly in the AI space, scale and grow. He discusses the challenges he faced growing up in Texas as an Indian immigrant, his experiences in the corporate world, and the importance of mindset and strategy in entrepreneurship. Sanjay emphasizes the transformative potential of AI and automation in business, while also highlighting the need for careful planning and execution to avoid pitfalls. He provides insights into vendor selection, the significance of high-value a...
2025-03-1939 minThe AI Space PodcastUpskilling in AI at Any Age & Assimilating Project Management with Alberto Rodrigues, Knight Aerospace - Director of Sales and ContractsWill your company stay normal or become exponential? If you want to scale at an unprecedented level, you must have a plan to integrate AI. On The AI Space Podcast, host Sanjay Kalluvilayil, Founder & CEO of Stonehaas Advisors, sits down with Alberto Rodrigues, Director of Sales & Contracts at Knight Aerospace, to explore AI’s role in business transformation, project management, and strategic growth.With over 20 years of experience managing large-scale technology projects, Alberto shares his insights on how AI is becoming the “new Microsoft Office”—a fundamental tool for professionals across industries. They dive into the...
2025-03-0756 minThe AI Space PodcastAI Revolution: Leading Product Development and Diving to Deepseek! With Anastasiia Prydius - Product Lead Accel.IQ DigitalThe AI landscape is evolving at lightning speed, and startups are in a prime position to leverage cutting-edge innovations for scalable success. On The AI Space Podcast, host Sanjay Kalluvilayil, Founder & CEO, Stonehaas Advisors, sits down with Anastasiia Prydius, Head of Product Development at AccelIQ.Digital, to dive into the most game-changing AI trends for 2025. From inference efficiency and cybersecurity advancements to the democratization of AI, Anastasiia shares insights that every AI innovator needs to hear.In this episode, Anastasiia emphasizes the importance of balancing AI innovation with responsible implementation, ensuring businesses optimize their...
2025-02-211h 02The AI Space PodcastScaling Your AI Business in 2025 with Brad Messer, Structure AI | AI Venture Builder and Investor
The AI revolution isn’t just about innovation—it’s about scalability, strategy, and smart execution. In this episode of The AI Space Podcast, host Sanjay Kalluvilayil sits down with Brad Messer, a former Big Tech AI engineer turned entrepreneur and founder of Structure AI. Together, they dive into the hottest AI trends of 2025 and discuss how businesses can leverage AI to scale effectively, optimize operations, and drive innovation.
In this thought-provoking discussion, Brad shares insights on AI democratization, responsible AI development, and the critical role of meeting customers where they are. From agent frameworks shaping production environments to the ri...
2025-02-0757 minThe AI Space PodcastUsing Predictive AI to Outsmart Cybersecurity Threats in 2025 with Luigi Lenguito of BforeAi
There is a popular meme circulating on social media: "You will never be replaced by AI, you will be replaced by people using AI." This resonates deeply with today's AI advancements.
Welcome to The AI Space Podcast, where we empower AI founders, startups, and businesses to drive innovation and scale with transformative insights. In this episode, host Sanjay Kalluvilayil, founder and CEO of Stonehaas Advisors, engages with Luigi Lenguito, a visionary leader in AI and cybersecurity and the founder and CEO of BforeAi.
Luigi shares game-changing insights on leveraging predictive AI in cybersecurity to disrupt malicious campaigns before they...
2025-01-241h 04The AI Space PodcastEmpowering Creative Innovation Through AI Design with Jabeen Zaidi, CEO of Spring AI
On this episode of The AI Space Podcast, host Sanjay Kalluvilayil welcomes Jabeen Zaidi, CEO and Design Founder of Spring AI Studio, for an insightful conversation on how AI is reshaping the future of creativity. Jabeen shares her inspiring journey from industrial design to founding an AI-driven studio that empowers creators and businesses with intuitive image generation and editing tools.
Discover how Spring AI Studio is democratizing creativity, making advanced design accessible to everyone, and helping small businesses elevate their branding and marketing strategies. Jabeen also delves into the importance of ethical AI practices, privacy controls, and how Spring’s...
2025-01-1057 minThe AI Space PodcastThe Future of AI: Challenges and Opportunities with Dan Sinawat, Founder of AI Connex
Welcome to Episode 2 of The AI Space Podcast, hosted by Sanjay Kalluvilayil! In this insightful conversation, we’re joined by Dan Sinawat, a visionary AI community builder and founder of AI Connex and AI Venture House.
In this episode, we dive into the democratization of AI and its role in empowering businesses and communities. Dan shares his expertise on building sustainable AI-driven startups by scaling smartly, minimizing costs, and maximizing impact. We also explore the importance of ethical AI, balancing innovation with responsibility, and the practical applications of AI in industries like sports, finance, and retail. Plus, Dan highlights ho...
2024-12-2759 minThe AI Space PodcastAI Democratization: Leveling the Playing Field for Startups with AJ Green
AI Democratization: Leveling the Playing Field for Startups with AJ Green
Unlock the Power of AI for Your Business with AJ Green, Founder and CEO of AI Advantage Agency, and your host, Sanjay Kalluvilayil, Founder and CEO of Stonehaas Advisors, on the inaugural episode of The AI Space Podcast!
In this exciting debut, AJ shares his inspiring journey from Olympic weightlifting to leading the charge in AI innovation. Discover how AI is transforming startups and small businesses, helping them scale faster and smarter than ever before. Topics covered include - AI Democratization and making the technology accessible for all...
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