AIBiZ

AIBiZ

AIBiZ is the go-to podcast for entrepreneurs, business leaders, business owners and AI innovators looking to unlock the power of artificial intelligence in their industries. We break down AI’s real-world impact on business, growth, and innovation—without the fluff.

Episodes

September 29, 2025 25 mins

On AIBiz, host Avik digs into the real-world use of AI inside large, aging codebases—and why onboarding developers is getting harder, not easier. Guest Francesco Hayes explains where AI genuinely helps (documentation, test scaffolding, diff review, pattern discovery) and where it regularly fails (context-window blind spots, cascade regressions, over-reliance during onboarding). We cover risk in high...

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    What does it take to lead when AI is no longer just a tool but part of the team? In this AI Biz Podcast episode, we dig into outcome-driven leadership, trust, and practical adoption with executive advisor and investor Rob Matzkin. We cut through hype to focus on what founders and small business leaders can do now: shift from time management to measurable outcomes, upskill teams with AI, and keep the...

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    On AIBiz, host Avik Chakraborty talks with Grant Fuellenbach (Founder, GoFirst Consulting) about using AI-driven diagnostics, SOPs, and a true operational backbone to fix feast-or-famine pipelines, reduce owner burnout, and make construction businesses repeatable, profitable, and sellable. We cut through AI hype to the practical: standardizing workflows, mapping risk, and installing scalable systems...

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    In this episode of AIBiz, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with business strategist and author Eric B. Horn to uncover why passion without systems leads to burnout—and how smart processes create sustainable success. Eric shares his journey of shifting from hustle culture to building repeatable systems that allow businesses to grow without draining their owners. From profit leaks to the power of serva...

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    Can automation scale growth without stripping away trust? In this AIBiz Podcast episode, host Sana digs into the real trade-offs between speed and empathy with entrepreneur and strategist Adam Nager (Orlando, Florida). We unpack when to lean on AI for process, where to insist on human judgment, and how to avoid copy-paste brand sameness. Adam shares practical thresholds for AI use, why review layers...

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    AI isn’t just a disruptor—it’s becoming a trusted partner in industries that thrive on trust, connection, and precision. In this episode of AIBiz Podcast, host Sana speaks with Vivek Eranki, CEO of Cosmetique, Australia’s first accredited cosmetic clinic and one of the country’s fastest-growing aesthetic brands. Together, they explore how AI is reshaping retail, cosmetics, and franchising—streamlini...

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    In this insightful episode of AIBiz, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Yuval Keshtcher, founder of the UX Writing Hub, to explore the intersection of UX education, design thinking, and artificial intelligence. Together, they unpack how AI is changing not just how we build products, but how we teach, write, and communicate in the digital age. Yuval shares how the foundational principles of user ex...

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    On AIBiz, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Justin Kuyper, Co-founder & CEO of OpenVest, to unpack how AI helps early-stage fintechs move faster without cutting corners. We get concrete on using AI as a horizontal enabling layer across compliance (SEC/FINRA/SEBI research, fact-checking, reducing legal overhead), growth (precision customer acquisition and retention), and product (actively mana...

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    On this AIBiz episode, host Avik Chakraborty speaks with Sam Blake, founder of AIPro University, about practical, immediate ways AI can generate income. From automating customer support to launching lean products and packaging expertise into courses, Sam explains how solo operators and small teams can scale outputs without bloated costs. We also dig into the real concern about job displacement, why ...

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    On AI Biz, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Amir Elion—innovation and transformation leader (ex-AWS Digital Innovation, Nordics) and founder of ThinkPeak Leaders—to cut through the AI hype. They map where the real business value is today: operational productivity, AI-enhanced products & customer experiences, and entirely new value networks & business models. Amir explains how Amazon’s Wo...

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    In this episode of AIBiz with Avik Chakraborty, sales strategist and coach Justine Beauregard challenges the hype around AI and reveals why the real power of artificial intelligence is not about shortcuts—it’s about refinement. Together, Avik and Justine unpack how entrepreneurs are misusing AI, why relying on it as a “magic wand” dilutes authenticity, and how business leaders can use it strategical...

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    In this episode of AIBiz, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Dominic Levesque, CEO and co-founder of Nexwav, author of Avoiding Avalanches, and a leader who bridges AI, HR transformation, and the human side of business. Dominic draws parallels between snowboarding adventures and navigating organizational change, showing how resilience, preparation, and adaptability can mean the difference between ...

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    In this episode of AIBiz, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with serial entrepreneur Colin Hirdman to explore why custom GPTs are the next frontier for digital entrepreneurship. Colin shares how his latest venture, Wrapt (wrappt.ai), allows anyone to transform their GPT into a fully branded, ownable app in minutes—no code, no engineering team, and no barriers.They dive into why the future of AI belong...

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    In this episode of AIBiz, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Yaakov Sash, founder of Casso.ai and former head of Digital Asset Markets Tech at Credit Suisse. With a background building high-stakes systems at Merrill Lynch, JPMorgan Chase, and Deutsche Bank, Yaakov brings a unique perspective on how AI is transforming software development.

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     In this insightful episode of AIBiz, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Gina Cano — first-generation Latina tech executive, transformation strategist, and founder of Unapologetic Tech — to break down the myths, fears, and cultural barriers around artificial intelligence. Gina shares real-world examples of how AI is already part of our daily lives, explains why you don’t need to be “techy” to star...

  • In this episode of AIBiz, host Sana speaks with Austin McMillan, founder of Flywheel Financial, about the real-world integration of AI into bookkeeping and financial operations. Far from being a threat to jobs, Austin reveals how AI tools like ChatGPT agents are streamlining repetitive tasks, freeing teams to focus on high-value advisory work and human connection. From automating journal entries acr...

  • In this episode of AIBiz, we go beyond the buzzwords to uncover the real impact of Artificial Intelligence in business. Joined by AI strategist, bestselling author, and Minimal Viable Launch founder Lee Russel, we explore where AI truly delivers measurable returns—and where it’s just burning budgets. From addressing privacy concerns and AI scams to rethinking automation and the human role in busines...

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    In this episode of AIBiz, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Sonia Couto—a two-time tech founder, Managing Director, and breast cancer survivor—to demystify the role of AI in the workplace. This isn't another fear-based take on artificial intelligence. Instead, Sonia offers practical, real-world strategies on how AI can save time, boost productivity, and empower professionals across every industry...

  • In this thought-provoking episode of AIBiz, host Avik Chakraborty dives into the often-misunderstood world of digital transformation with Simon Copsey, a delivery and transformation consultant known for helping organizations resolve complex roadblocks in weeks—not years. This episode breaks the myth that digital transformation is about tools and tech stacks. Instead, Simon brings a fresh perspective...

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    In this powerful episode of AIBiz, we sit down with Kristin Zhivago—revenue coach, marketing turnaround expert, and author of Roadmap to Revenue—to uncover the core truths behind building a business that not only survives but thrives long-term. Drawing from decades of experience across industries, Kristin reveals why sustainable success is rooted in empathy, customer focus, and character—not just me...

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