Brains Byte Back

In this episode of Brains Byte Back, we visit a pressing issue: over-tourism and its impact on our planet. From the wildfires devastating Canada’s forests to the historic and deadly flooding in Valencia, the consequences of global warming are undeniable. And tourism, while a vital economic driver, often amplifies these challenges—putting immense pressure on fragile ecosystems, local resources, and cultural landmarks. To help us navigate these complexities, we’re joined by Aradhana Khowala, an expert in regenerative travel and sustainable tourism. The CEO and founder of Aptamind Partners brings unparalleled insights into how the tourism industry, often seen as a contributor to environmental strain, can instead be leveraged as a force for good. Together, we explore innovative approaches to address over-tourism.  So, whether you’re a globetrotter, an environmental advocate, or simply curious about how technology and creativity can shape the future of travel, this episode is for you. Join us as we imagine a future where travel enriches both the traveler and the destination—right here on Brains Byte Back.Find out more about Aradhana Khowala here (Linkedin) -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/aradhana-khowala/?originalSubdomain=uk Find out more about Aptamind Group (website) -  https://www.aptamind.com/ Brains Byte Back: Reach out to today's host, Erick Espinosa (Linkedin) -  linkedin.com/in/erick-espinosa Get the latest on tech news - https://sociable.co/  Leave an iTunes review  - https://rb.gy/ampk26 Follow us on your favourite podcast platform - https://link.chtbl.com/rN3x4ecY

In this episode of Brains Byte Back, we explore a topic that touches all of us at some point in life: inheritance and the difficult process of managing a loved one’s finances after they pass away. Those who have experienced it would agree that time takes on a new meaning, whether it’s time spent with your loved one or time spent grieving.  Erick sits down with Saeid Kian, the CEO and co-founder of Ribbon, to discuss how his company is looking to give that time back to families by limiting the hours spent completing paperwork, visiting financial institutions, or making multiple calls.  Saeid’s journey to creating Ribbon is a personal one. The loss of his father introduced him to an outdated process he encountered while dealing with money matters following his passing. We'll hear how his frustration led to a solution that’s not only changing how families navigate the financial obligations of a loved one but also how his time is providing significant value to credit unions by creating a modernized process that’s prepared, efficient and empathic.  It’s a valuable conversation on how technology can make one of life’s hardest moments a little easier. Find out more about Saeid Kian here (Linkedin) -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/saeidkian/ Find out more about Ribbon (website) -  https://www.trustribbon.com/ Brains Byte Back: Reach out to today's host, Erick Espinosa (Linkedin) -  linkedin.com/in/erick-espinosa Get the latest on tech news - https://sociable.co/  Leave an iTunes review  - https://rb.gy/ampk26 Follow us on your favourite podcast platform - https://link.chtbl.com/rN3x4ecY

In this episode of Brains Byte Back, we’re proud to kick off Latin Heritage Month and recognize the achievements of those in the community. Today, we’re joined by Gerardo Sandoval, CEO and founder of Facil Cloud. Gerardo’s inspiring journey takes us from his early days in Venezuela, where he launched his first tech startup at just 16— a computer lab where recognized the value of empowering his community with computer skills. A small venture that gave him the skills leading up to his present-day success in creating a Miami-based private cloud solutions company. He shares a personal story about a family vacation he never returned home from, which obliged him to leave a successful web hosting company behind. This story reflects the struggles of many Venezuelans forced to leave their homes, not by choice. However, that didn’t deter him from being a driving force in both the Latino and tech communities. To date, Gerardo has founded several startups with clients in more than 20 countries and is recognized as one of the main Hispanic influencers in the world of Growth Hacking. He shares how he uses this combination of data science, digital marketing and other elements to create bridges between what companies want and what customers desire.  Find out more about Gerardo Sandoval here (Linkedin) -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerardosandovalcabrera/ Find out more about Facil Cloud (website) -  https://www.facilcloud.com/ Brains Byte Back: Reach out to today's host, Erick Espinosa (Linkedin) -  linkedin.com/in/erick-espinosa Get the latest on tech news - https://sociable.co/  Leave an iTunes review  - https://rb.gy/ampk26 Follow us on your favourite podcast platform - https://link.chtbl.com/rN3x4ecY Find out more about our sponsor Publicize - https://publicize.co/startup-resources/

In this episode of Brains Byte Back, we explore the future of neurotechnology with a special guest, Israel Gasperin, founder and CEO of Zentrela. Israel's company is leading the charge in using artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze brainwaves, developing groundbreaking tools that measure cognitive impairment in ways traditional drug tests can’t. In 2018, the historic legalization of cannabis in Canada is where Zentrela really took off. With government funding and support in his research, he was able to create cutting-edge tools for effectively measuring cannabis impairment. Today, Zentrela's AI-based EEG technology is being used globally to help a variety of industries, including cannabis, energy drinks, and wellness, conduct faster, more cost-effective product testing – giving consumers direct insight into the psychoactive and non-psychoactive effects of the products they are buying. They are essentially providing companies and consumers with a new kind of label—not the traditional listing of ingredients but rather the effects of the product. The future of brainwave analysis is shaping the way companies research, develop, and inform their customers like never before—Israel shares how.  Find out more about Israel Gasperin here (Linkedin) -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/israelgasperin/ Find out more about Zentrela (website) -  https://zentrela.com/ Brains Byte Back: Reach out to today's host, Erick Espinosa (Linkedin) -  linkedin.com/in/erick-espinosa Get the latest on tech news - https://sociable.co/  Leave an iTunes review  - https://rb.gy/ampk26 Follow us on your favourite podcast platform - https://link.chtbl.com/rN3x4ecY Find out more about our sponsor Publicize - https://publicize.co/startup-resources/

In this episode of Brains Byte Back, we sit down with Sam Oliver, CEO of OpenFI, a conversational AI tool designed for businesses looking to elevate their customer interactions. The London-based author and serial tech entrepreneur joins the podcast to share a cautionary tale about a private equity earn-out deal that took a sharp, expensive turn during the sale of his previous company. Due to a minor but relevant lowercase "c" in the contract defining "connected parties," Sam lost over half a million pounds in the midst of closing the private equity earn-out agreement.  He shares the lessons he learned from the deal, providing valuable insight and actionable advice for founders that could one day find themselves navigating their own exit strategies. As well as what’s in the works for his current venture OpenFI.  Find out more about Sam Oliver here (Linkedin) -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam0liver/ Find out more about OpenFI (website) -  https://www.openfi.tech/ Brains Byte Back: Reach out to today's host, Erick Espinosa (Linkedin) -  linkedin.com/in/erick-espinosa Get the latest on tech news - https://sociable.co/  Leave an iTunes review  - https://rb.gy/ampk26 Follow us on your favourite podcast platform - https://link.chtbl.com/rN3x4ecY Find out more about our sponsor Publicize - https://publicize.co/startup-resources

This episode of Brains Byte Back is for the animal lovers. We know there are many of you because, according to the stats, over 50% of the world's population owns a pet. That in itself creates a large consumer market for our furry or scaly friends, including in the world of tech. In 2024, the global pet tech market was valued at 7.2 billion USD, and that number is expected to grow substantially in the coming years.  In the episode, Erick sits down with Ayaz Ahmadov, Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of Dosty, a complete pet care solution platform looking to feed the demands of today’s pet owners. Think of it as a virtual assistant that knows your pet's needs, allowing you to easily manage their care and routine directly from your fingertips.  Erick and Ayaz discuss how today’s pet owners are a different breed comparerd to decades ago, metaphorically travel the world discussing how culture influences pet care and what’s to come for Dosty as they expand in different regions. Find out more about Ayaz Ahmadov here (Linkedin) -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayaz-ahmadov-93b54582/ Find out more about Dosty (website) -  https://dosty.co/ Brains Byte Back: Reach out to today's host, Erick Espinosa (Linkedin) -  linkedin.com/in/erick-espinosa Get the latest on tech news - https://sociable.co/  Leave an iTunes review  - https://rb.gy/ampk26 Follow us on your favourite podcast platform - https://link.chtbl.com/rN3x4ecY Find out more about our sponsor Publicize - https://publicize.co/startup-resources/

In this episode of Brains Byte Back, we explore the evolution of communication. Over the last 20 to 30 years, we’ve seen a technological revolution that has introduced us to so many new channels of communication. Each has impressed us just enough, but nothing in comparison to the great leaps we’ve seen through different forms of AI technology in these last couple of years.  Nate MacLeitch, CEO of QuickBlox, joins our podcast for a second time to discuss how this revolutionary technology is changing real-time communication like never before. He explains how his team is leveraging AI to provide solutions related to staffing and efficiency in an industry he’s served for quite some time—healthcare.  Find out more about Nate MacLeitch here (Linkedin) -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/nate-macleitch/ Find out more about QuickBlox (website) -  https://quickblox.com/ Brains Byte Back: Reach out to today's host, Erick Espinosa (Linkedin) -  linkedin.com/in/erick-espinosa Get the latest on tech news - https://sociable.co/  Leave an iTunes review  - https://rb.gy/ampk26 Follow us on your favourite podcast platform - https://link.chtbl.com/rN3x4ecY Find out more about our sponsor Publicize - https://publicize.co/startup-resources/

Did you know that more than 78 million people are employed in hourly jobs in the U.S. and that hourly workers make up more than 55% of the workforce? From hospitality to healthcare, these people work in a variety of critical industries that we depend on every day, and these jobs are beginning to outpace salaried positions. However, the caveat is that the turnover rate is high.  In this episode, we sit down with Jon Puckett, CEO of Cadient, a talent acquisition team focused on streamlining and elevating the hourly hiring process for companies of all sizes. We discuss the tools they leverage to connect employers with the best talent for the job and how technology is helping them address industry challenges. Find out more about Jon Puckett here (Linkedin) -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/puckettjon/ Find out more about Cadient (website) -  https://cadienttalent.com/ Brains Byte Back: Reach out to today's host, Erick Espinosa (Linkedin) -  linkedin.com/in/erick-espinosa Get the latest on tech news - https://sociable.co/  Leave an iTunes review  - https://rb.gy/ampk26 Follow us on your favourite podcast platform - https://link.chtbl.com/rN3x4ecY Find out more about our sponsor Publicize - https://publicize.co/startup-resources/

With technology advancing rapidly, have you ever stopped to think if our style of learning should be advancing with it? The term information overload is nothing new, but what are we doing to address it? That’s where Ruban Phukan steps in. He’s an entrepreneur who sat down with Erick Espinosa for this episode of Brains Byte Back to discuss the issue of traditional learning in a world where time is a luxury. However, we’re still expected to learn about technological changes in our respective industries and apply it to our work at the same speed technology is advancing. Ruban says there is a better way, and it’s called GoodGist.  One-third of an employee's day is spent researching information online. It highlights that much of their time is dedicated to researching rather than applying, essentially eating away at productivity. This ignited Ruban's idea for GoodGist, an AI software that helps companies support, learn, and grow through a centralized platform that delivers specific learning modules to individuals based on their work requirements. Find out more about Ruban Phukan here (Linkedin) -  Find out more about GoodGist (website) -  https://www.goodgist.com/ Brains Byte Back: Reach out to today's host, Erick Espinosa (Linkedin) -  linkedin.com/in/erick-espinosa Get the latest on tech news - https://sociable.co/  Leave an iTunes review  - https://rb.gy/ampk26 Follow us on your favourite podcast platform - https://link.chtbl.com/rN3x4ecY Find out more about our sponsor Publicize - https://publicize.co/startup-resources/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruban/

In this episode of Brains Byte Back, we’re joined by Rajat Mishra, Founder and CEO of Prezent, an enterprise business communication platform.  At a very young age, Rajat realized that life can be hard if you don’t communicate well—even for the brightest of people. His career journey at Cisco and McKinsey made him question the secret of what makes great business communication great, and it led him to discover the recipe. Today, he’s sharing “the secret sauce” with others in the form of Prezent. The intelligent platform automates a list of primary business communication needs with modern technology in a personalized, cost-effective way. If you want to learn more about what’s in the sauce, stick around! Even if you don't know your way around the kitchen! Find out more about Rajat Mishra here (Linkedin) -  https://shorturl.at/AL0YY Find out more about Prezent (website) -  Prezent.ai Brains Byte Back: Reach out to today's host, Erick Espinosa (Linkedin) -  linkedin.com/in/erick-espinosa Get the latest on tech news - https://sociable.co/  Leave an iTunes review  - https://rb.gy/ampk26 Follow us on your favourite podcast platform - https://link.chtbl.com/rN3x4ecY Find out more about our sponsor Publicize - https://publicize.co/startup-resources/

In this episode, we sit down with Ricardo Ramon, Chief Sales Officer at Fracttal, an innovative maintenance management solution platform. Maintenance solutions have long existed, but according to Ricardo, they weren't as accessible to all businesses needing a solution— until now. The company aims to revolutionize and transform the asset maintenance industry for a remote, sustainable, safe, and efficient world. We discuss how they found a niche in the market and grew from there, their early integration of AI technology and why cybersecurity remains a top priority for their team at Fractall. Find out more about Ricardo Ramon here (Linkedin) -  https://shorturl.at/fimtF Find out more about Fractall (website) -  https://www.fracttal.com Brains Byte Back: Reach out to today's host, Erick Espinosa (Linkedin) - linkedin.com/in/erick-espinosaGet the latest on tech news - https://sociable.co/  Leave an iTunes review  - https://rb.gy/ampk26 Follow us on your favourite podcast platform - https://link.chtbl.com/rN3x4ecY Find out more about our sponsor Publicize - https://publicize.co/startup-resources/

In this episode of Brains Byte Back, we sit down with Mike DeKock, the founder and CEO of MJD Compliance. A boutique, tech-forward CPA firm specializing in providing SOC 2 examinations for technology companies worldwide.  But don’t expect them to do your taxes. The firm focuses on keeping companies on track in a world where tech compliance is constantly evolving and cybersecurity is of top of mind for industry leaders. Mike shares how he discovered a need for this service while working in a traditional CPA firm and how his passion for helping clients, combined with his tech skills, led to the creation of MJD.  His story is a shining example of how a simple idea can grow into a service that supports secure growth in the tech industry from B2B.   Find out more about Mike DeKock here (Linkedin) -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-dekock-7325a654/ Find out more about MJD Advisors (website) -  https://www.mjd.cpa/ Brains Byte Back: Reach out to today's host, Erick Espinosa (Linkedin) - linkedin.com/in/erick-espinosaGet the latest on tech news - https://sociable.co/  Leave an iTunes review  - https://rb.gy/ampk26 Follow us on your favourite podcast platform - https://link.chtbl.com/rN3x4ecY Find out more about our sponsor Publicize - https://publicize.co/startup-resources/

On this episode of Brains Byte Back, we sit down with Arjun Chander, co-founder and CEO of IndustrialML, an enterprise data management platform that uses real-time data integration, analytics, and more to communicate valuable information to factory stakeholders through AI technology.  We dive into some interesting stats you may be surprised to learn about the manufacturing industry and he addresses a common concern surrounding the use of machine learning. Arjun also gives us a sneak peek into his latest project at MIT, which aims to tackle homelessness and environmental waste. Find out more about Arjun Chander here (Linkedin) -  https://rb.gy/s9nv73 Find out more about IndustrialML (website) -  https://www.industrialml.com/ Would you be interested in learning more about MIT's 3D home printing project?  Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drajperez Brains Byte Back: Reach out to today's host, Erick Espinosa (Linkedin) - linkedin.com/in/erick-espinosa Leave an iTunes review here - https://rb.gy/ampk26 Follow us on your favourite podcast platform here - https://link.chtbl.com/rN3x4ecY Find out more about our sponsor Publicize here - https://publicize.co/startup-resources/

In today’s episode of Brains Byte Back podcast, we sit down with Stuart Meczes, Creative Director at Contnt, a new subscription-based platform transforming the creator economy by offering unmatched royalties, diversified revenue streams, and prioritizing spotlight equality. Stuart’s passion for content creation gave him the push to step away from his 9-5 sales manager role to pursue what he loved doing the most — writing. Today, he’s an Amazon top 20 bestselling author of 6 novels. He shares how he shifted focus in search of how he could utilize his writing skills elsewhere to support other content creators like himself, including within tech space, where he discovered Contnt. Which eventually led to his current role with the company. Social media platforms have a system that favours creators with a larger following, making it difficult for other creators to gain visibility and make a decent wage. Stuart shares how Contnt uses technology to even out the playing field in terms of algorithms, compensation and valuable resources to support their user's growth. Find out more about Stuart Meczes here (Linkedin) -  https://rb.gy/s9nv73 Find out more about Contnt (website) -  https://contnt.io/ Brains Byte Back: Leave an iTunes review here - https://rb.gy/ampk26 Follow us on your favourite podcast platform here - https://link.chtbl.com/rN3x4ecY Find out more about our sponsor Publicize here - https://publicize.co/startup-resources/

Germán Rimoldi is the co-founder & CEO of Foothold, a company that empowers fractional investments in unique vacation rental properties. In this episode, Germán shares his experience of starting multiple companies across Latin America and the United States, as well as his inspiration for starting Foothold.

In today’s episode of the podcast, we speak with Patrick Hill, CEO and founder at Disctopia, a podcast hosting & streaming service dedicated to artists, podcasters, film directors, & content creatives. Hill starts us off by sharing how he founded Disctopia after his friend asked him to burn CDs for him. This set Hill on a path that would lead him to create Disctopia which focuses on empowering content owners with transparent data and fair payments.  Hill also talks about his history of selling mixtapes in high school. And we discuss the transition from physical CDs to streaming and digital content, followed by the rapid shift in the music industry and the rise of streaming platforms. Additionally, Hill talks about the play on words in the name "Disctopia" and how the concept of "freedom to distribute yourself" is encapsulated in the name. Hill then goes on to highlight how Disctopia sets itself apart from the competition, stating the fair payment practices that help it shine compared to mainstream platforms like Spotify. We also talk about predictions for the podcasting industry, with Hill advocating that audio is the future of communication. He believes that the expansion of podcasting will evolve beyond entertainment into various communication uses. And he also believes that we will see a rise in tracking engagement thanks to AI technology. Finally, Hill shares his future plans for Disctopia. He advocates that the company will look to expand into other industries, and plans on carrying out innovations in the distribution of audio and video content. Along with an emphasis on providing more details engagement metrics to content owners.  Links 🔗 Our Guest🙋: Find out more about Patrick Hill here (LinkedIn) - https://www.linkedin.com/in/acmceo/ Find out more about Disctopia (website) - https://disctopia.com/ Brains Byte Back 🧠👨‍💻🎙️: Leave an iTunes review here - https://apple.co/3i60XWu Subscribe on Youtube here - https://bit.ly/3o1M4Z3 Follow us on your favorite podcast platform here - https://bit.ly/3kTfNkY Our Sponsor 💻☎️: Find out more about our sponsor Publicize here - https://bit.ly/3X6p7SB

In today’s episode of the podcast, we speak with Ted Ko, President of Techko Group, a family-run consumer electronics company. Ko kicks off by sharing how his father started the company in 1982, originally starting out with landline telephones and evolved into a diverse range of consumer electronics. He also mentions how, for younger generations who don’t know what landline phones are, he references the TV show "Stranger Things" to help them understand. Ko highlights the unique aspects of his role, which involves overseeing both big-picture strategy and day-to-day operations. He describes a typical day that starts with coffee and strategic planning, emphasizing the company's commitment to achieving quarterly and monthly goals. The conversation then moves on to how the company has branched into home and office security, office equipment, robotic vacuum cleaners, and now outdoor solar lighting.  And Ko discusses how the company recently celebrated its 40th anniversary, marking four decades of continuous innovation and adaptation to changing consumer needs. We then talk about smart cities, where Ko delves into Techko's role in building smart cities and their focus on sustainability. He discusses the philosophy behind their solar lighting products, which prioritize simplicity, reliability, and energy efficiency.  Ko also shares that, for him, smart cities mean systems that operate seamlessly without constant user intervention and how that aligns with Techko’s vision. We also dive into case studies of how Techko's products have positively impacted users' lives.  Ko highlights the importance of Techko's pool alarms in ensuring the safety of children in homes with pools. And Ko describes the creativity of customers who have used Techko's solar lights in unconventional settings, such as boats in remote locations. Finally, Ko explains how Techko Group differentiates itself in this crowded market by focusing on quality, thoughtful design, and alignment with personal values. And how , rather than getting bogged down by the competition, Techko prioritizes delivering genuine value to customers. Links 🔗 Our Guest🙋: Find out more about Ted Ko here (LinkedIn) - https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamtedko/ Find out more about Techko Group (website) - https://techkogroup.com/ Brains Byte Back 🧠👨‍💻🎙️: Leave an iTunes review here - https://apple.co/3i60XWu Subscribe on Youtube here - https://bit.ly/3o1M4Z3 Follow us on your favorite podcast platform here - https://bit.ly/3kTfNkY Our Sponsor 💻☎️: Find out more about our sponsor Publicize here - https://bit.ly/3X6p7SB

In today’s episode of the podcast, we are once again joined by Michael Puscar, a Serial Entrepreneur, Data Scientist, Investor, Philanthropist, and the founder of NPCx. Longtime listeners of the show will be familiar with Puscar, as he was previously on back in February 2020. Puscar kicks of the show by giving some background on himself for new listeners and shares what he has been up to since then. Puscar briefly introduces his background as an AI expert and serial entrepreneur and highlights that he has had three successful exits, most recently in May 2023. Puscar then gives us an update on Ziotag, a company where Michael was the CTO, and it was a key topic of the last episode together. Michael explains how Ziotag used AI to make videos more interactive and navigable, and discusses how generative AI models like ChatGPT disrupted the industry by performing content classification. He also talks about the patent he received for a unique natural language processing engine related to video transcripts. Following this we talk about his new focus, NPCx, and its goal to enhance realism in video games. Puscar details how NPCX's technology models characters' movements and behaviors based on real human actions. He discusses the potential for NPCx technology to create video games that resemble animated films, and raises ethical concerns regarding the use of such technology and the potential for misuse. And finally, Puscar talks about his charitable initiatives. In this part of the interview, Puscar shares his belief in entrepreneurs giving back to the communities that support them. He talks about his initiatives supporting children, young mothers, and raising awareness about mast cell syndrome. Links 🔗 Our Guest🙋: Find out more about Michael Puscar here (LinkedIn) - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelapuscar/?originalSubdomain=pa Find out more about NPCx (website) - https://npcx.ai/ Brains Byte Back 🧠👨‍💻🎙️: Leave an iTunes review here - https://apple.co/3i60XWu Subscribe on Youtube here - https://bit.ly/3o1M4Z3 Follow us on your favorite podcast platform here - https://bit.ly/3kTfNkY

In today’s episode of the podcast, we speak with Len Summa, Head of Global Sales at Acid Labs, an end-to-end software design and development firm.  Summa kicks off by sharing why Latam talent is a strategic choice for companies looking to thrive, and how the region offers a rich pool of tech talent due to strong universities and a tech-savvy workforce. He adds that the linguistic abilities and English proficiency of Latam talent make them ideal for global organizations, alongside how the proximity to the U.S. minimizes time zone differences, ensuring smoother collaboration. Summa also takes time to explain the difference between the terms offshore, referring to outsourcing to countries such as India and Eastern Europe, and nearshore, highlighting Latin America as an example.  Following this, Summa shares tips for listeners looking to hire talent in Latam, including the importance of defining needs and choosing reliable partners. And he also highlights the significance of evaluating a partner's track record for stability and quality. We then dive into strategies to retain top talent in Latam, emphasizing workplace transparency and the value of employee contributions. And Summa discusses the work ethic and expectations of Latam talent. Next, Summa shares success stories of how Acid Labs has made a positive impact on clients in Latin America and the U.S. Finally, Summa shares what’s next on the horizon for Acid Labs, where he talks about the company’s growth strategy, focusing on getting better before getting bigger. He elaborates on these expansion plans, and discusses including digital experience practices and collaboration with major tech companies. And he also shares how the company evolves based on client feedback and market demands. Links 🔗 Our Guest🙋: Find out more about Len Summa here (LinkedIn) - https://www.linkedin.com/in/len-summa Find out more about Acid Labs (website) - https://acidlabs.com/en/home/ Brains Byte Back 🧠👨‍💻🎙️: Leave an iTunes review here - https://apple.co/3i60XWu Subscribe on Youtube here - https://bit.ly/3o1M4Z3 Follow us on your favorite podcast platform here - https://bit.ly/3kTfNkY Our Sponsor 💻☎️: Find out more about our sponsor Publicize here - https://bit.ly/3X6p7SB

In today’s episode of the podcast, we speak with Meredith Bailey, Founder & CEO at StreamWork, a collaboration platform built exclusively for creative workflows. In this episode, Bailey shares the journey of creating Streamwork and how it streamlines the creative process. We also delve into the challenges of cross-team collaboration in the creative space and how Streamwork addresses these issues. Bailey discusses the impact of the war in Ukraine on Streamwork's team members based there, and explains how the company provided paid time off and support to ensure the safety of their Ukrainian team.  Additionally, Bailey explains how Streamwork simplifies creative workflow management, claiming that the platform brings together three critical workflows: feedback collection, automated approvals, and project management. She elaborates, adding that users can easily collect feedback on various creative assets, invite stakeholders for approvals, and manage projects seamlessly. Alongside, unique features, like turning feedback into actionable tasks. You will also hear Bailey’s advice on the keys to successful cross-team collaboration, where she advocates that effective cross-team collaboration requires open communication, transparency, and goal alignment.  She also adds that the use of creative briefs helps ensure everyone is on the same page from the start, and highlight how clearly defining roles and responsibilities, especially during the approval stage, is crucial for successful collaboration. Towards the end of the show, Bailey outlines how StreamWork sets itself apart from the competition stating that, while there are other companies in the creative collaboration space, Streamwork stands out because it offers a full-suite creative workflow management solution, not limited to video review. Adding that its powerful workflows, including approval routing and project management, provide a comprehensive and unique solution. And finally, Bailey talks about StreamWork’s plans for the future hinting at exciting product announcements and integrations in the pipeline for the company. One notable integration is with Slack, which enhances communication and collaboration for teams. Links 🔗 Our Guest🙋: Find out more about Meredith Bailey here (LinkedIn) - https://www.linkedin.com/in/baileymeredith Find out more about StreamWork (website) - https://www.streamwork.com/ Brains Byte Back 🧠👨‍💻🎙️: Leave an iTunes review here - https://apple.co/3i60XWu Subscribe on Youtube here - https://bit.ly/3o1M4Z3 Follow us on your favorite podcast platform here - https://bit.ly/3kTfNkY Our Sponsor 💻☎️: Find out more about our sponsor Publicize here - https://bit.ly/3X6p7SB