Agile Giants: Lessons from Corporate Innovators

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In the season finale of Agile Giants, we're thrilled to welcome Andrew Giessel, Executive Director of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence at Moderna.

I first crossed paths with Andrew when Moderna’s AI Academy was launched in collaboration with CMU.

I can attest to the incredible work he's been doing for years at Moderna. Andrew was the first member of Moderna’s Data Science team and he has been at the forefront of Data Science and AI at Moderna for years.

His involvement hasn’t stopped with this current Generative AI revolution. He played a crucial role in quickly helping all of Moderna start incorporating it into their workflows through a tool he conceived and launched called mChat.

We talk about all of this and where AI is heading in healthcare in this season finale.

Show links:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/giessel/

X: https://twitter.com/giessel

AlphaGo Paper: https://www.pnas.org/doi/epdf/10.1073/pnas.2214840120

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In this podcast episode, we engage in an insightful discussion with Richard Clarke, Chief Data and Analytics Officer at Highmark Health.

With an impressive 8-year tenure, Richard offers a unique and seasoned perspective on the evolution of analytics and data science. He and his team have built a remarkable foundation at Highmark, skillfully leveraging it during the recent surge in Generative AI, while simultaneously investing in high ROI projects across the spectrum of data science and analytics projects.

This episode isn’t just pivotal for those at the forefront of healthcare organizations; it's also packed with valuable insights for leaders across a range of industries looking to harness the power of data and analytics in their own businesses.

Show links:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-clarke-data-analytics/

Highmark Health website: https://www.highmarkhealth.org/

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In this podcast episode, we welcome Karsten Rönner from Bosch's grow platform, who shares his journey and insights into AI and emerging technologies. Discover how Karsten's entrepreneurial background influences his leadership at Bosch, shaping the company's innovative approach in adopting advanced generative AI.

The episode highlights how AI has revolutionized Bosch startups, showcasing its impact in the competitive tech market. Join us for a fascinating dive into the world of AI-driven innovation at Bosch.

Show links:

Bosch's grow platform website: www.growplatform.com

Aquaeasy: ​​www.aquaeasy.life

Bosch Industrial Additive Manufacturing: www.bosch-industrial-am.com/de

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/karsten-rönner-8542a

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In this episode of Agile Giants, we are joined by Melissa Murphy, a distinguished service professor at the Tepper School of Business at Carnegie Mellon University. Melissa, a seasoned educator and dynamic force in business education, sits down with us to share her insights on "Pitching Generative AI to the C-Suite."

Melissa recently presented this canvas at our Corporate Entrepreneurship Forum, focusing on the intricacies of presenting Generative AI concepts to high-level executives. Today, she generously shares this wealth of knowledge with our podcast audience.

Show links:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissamurphy16/

Email: [email protected]

You can also watch the full workshop session here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TVdDvLl3jxM

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In this episode, we sit down with Santu Karmaker and Dongji Feng, creators of the TELeR Taxonomy. This pivotal framework is revolutionizing the way computer scientists benchmark complex tasks in Large Language Models (LLMs).

Our conversation goes beyond the academic realm as we explore how the TELeR Taxonomy is not just a theoretical construct but a practical tool. I've personally leveraged this taxonomy to significantly enhance the prompts I'm crafting. Whether you're a researcher, developer, or just LLM-curious, this episode promises to offer valuable perspectives and strategies.

As many of you know, I've frequently referenced the TELeR Taxonomy in past discussions. Now, I'm thrilled to offer you a firsthand account from the creators themselves. Prepare to be enlightened by their journey and vision for the future of LLMs.

Show links:

Access the TELeR Taxonomy paper here: https://arxiv.org/abs/2305.11430

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Explore the transformative power of AI as special guest Marshall Kirkpatrick, Editor of AI Time to Impact, unravels creative ways of integrating artificial intelligence into different facets of your professional life.

We discuss Marshall's journey and gain valuable insights into the inspiration that propelled him to initiate his newsletter.

Don't miss this thought-provoking episode on the Agile Giants Podcast, where innovation meets practicality. Tune in now to discover how AI can be a game-changer and how we can strategically use it to our advantage.

Show links:

X- https://twitter.com/marshallk

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/marshallkirkpatrick

Website- https://marshallk.com/

Subscribe to the newsletter- https://aitimetoimpact.com/

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In this episode, we sit down with Karl Ulrich, CIBC Endowed Professor at the Wharton School, as we dissect his recent research experiment comparing startup ideas from Penn Students from those generated by ChatGPT. We discuss the experiment's goals, key takeaways, and the game-changing speed of AI in idea generation.

Explore the motivation behind this experiment and the collaborative dynamics between AI and humans. Karl highlights the teamwork aspect, envisioning a future where both AI and humans play crucial roles in the ideation process.

Don't miss this exploration of AI's impact on creativity and the evolving landscape of collaboration between machines and humans.

Show links:

X- https://twitter.com/ktulrich

LinkedIn- https://linkedin.com/in/ktulrich/

Website- https://ktulrich.com/

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Piotr Mirowski, Staff Research Scientist at Google DeepMind and co-creator of Dramatron shares his insights on the future of human-machine co-creativity especially with all the recent developments in Generative AI. Piotr’s been exploring this space for years and his thought leadership continues to have a profound impact on my thinking.

In this episode, we explore the brilliance behind the language models driving Dramatron and the innovative use of AI in creative writing. Learn more about the system's functionality, and delve into specific examples that shed light on the benefits and challenges of co-creativity with AI.

Don’t miss out on valuable insights and perspectives in the realm of creative writing and beyond.

Show links:

Dramatron article- https://arxiv.org/abs/2209.14958

Github page- https://github.com/google-deepmind/dramatron

Theater company- https://improbotics.org

X- https://twitter.com/MirowskiPiotr

LinkedIn- https://linkedin.com/in/piotrmirowski

Website- https://piotrmirowski.com/

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As we wrap up an incredible season of the podcast, we're going out with a special episode. Join us for a Q&A where we turn the spotlight on YOU, our dedicated audience.

Your questions have poured in and they fell into three broad categories:

1. Corporate-Startup Collaboration: Given this season's exploration of the corporate-startup collaboration landscape, it's no surprise that many of you were curious about partnerships, their impact, and their role in a company's innovation strategy.

2. Current Trends: Business is changing faster than ever, and there were queries that reflected an interest in my perspective on a few pressing current issues.

3. Personal Insights: On a more personal note, several of you were curious about my own professional journey and what's on the horizon for "Agile Giants." So we finish with a glimpse behind the curtain.

Show Links:

• About Blank Street Coffee
  https://www.nytimes.com/2022/08/29/dining/blank-street-coffee.html

• More about AI investment gems
  https://www.wsj.com/tech/ai/ai-startup-buzz-is-facing-a-reality-check-e34babfe?st=sj9qkpqhfmoapnr&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink&utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email

• Listen more about corporate-startup collaborations
  https://agilegiants.seanammirati.com/open-innovation-challenges-duquesne-light-innovation-center/
  
  https://agilegiants.seanammirati.com/priscilla-beal%E2%80%8A-%E2%80%8Aglobal-head-digital-health-ecosystem-engagement-at-bayer/
  
  https://agilegiants.seanammirati.com/paul-nielsen-vp-strategic-programs-at-optum/

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In this week's episode, join us as we uncover the dynamics and strategies behind fostering successful collaborations between established corporations and innovative startups in the digital health industry.

We delve into a real-world example of strategic partnership as we sit down with Joel Krikston, Managing Director at Merck Global Health Innovation Fund and Michael Meucci, CEO at Arcadia. Listen closely as they provide an invaluable roadmap to navigate the intricate terrain of corporate-startup collaboration -- both raising capital and value add beyond that capital.

Drawing from their 6-year partnership, Joel and Michael shed light on the intricacies of fostering symbiotic relationships between startups and seasoned corporate giants. We explore both parties' shared values, mutual goals, and their unyielding commitment to innovation.

This conversation perfectly encapsulates the theme that has threaded through the current season of Agile Giants. Tune in now and be inspired by their wisdom, experience, and a shared vision for a brighter future in healthcare and beyond.

Show links

LINKEDIN

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/joel-krikston-06013618/

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelmeucci/

• https://www.linkedin.com/company/arcadia-io/

WEBSITE

• https://www.merckghifund.com/

• https://arcadia.io/