GSD Venture Studios Podcasts by Gary Fowler

The Future of Human-Centered Risk Reduction in Tech: AI, Cybersecurity, and Developer Empowerment | Hosted by Gary Fowler | Top Global StartupsJoin Elizabeth Lawler Founder and CEO of AppMap, in a powerful conversation with Gary Fowler as they explore how AI, security, and next-gen developer tools are reshaping the future of innovation. From her background as a scientist and healthcare data expert to founding multiple high-impact startups acquired by industry leaders, Elizabeth shares real-world insights on protecting humans—not just systems—in the age of intelligent software.Insights You’ll Learn:✓ Why reducing human risk is the most overlooked priority in modern tech✓ How AI is reshaping cybersecurity, DevOps, and developer workflows✓ Lessons from founding Conjur (acquired by CyberArk) and scaling AppMap to hundreds of thousands of users✓ The rise of code-level observability and why it matters today✓ How founders can navigate burnout, complexity, and emotional load while building high-impact companies✓ The future of secure AI-driven software development✓ What it takes to innovate at the intersection of data, security, and human behaviorWhy This Matters:As AI accelerates development and automation, the biggest vulnerabilities are shifting from systems to people. AppMap is pioneering a new approach: empowering developers with real-time intelligence directly inside their tools, reducing errors, vulnerabilities, and risk before they happen.Elizabeth’s journey—from healthcare data science to cybersecurity, dev tools, and startup coaching—offers rare insight into what it truly takes to build safer, smarter, and more human-centered technology.👤 Expert Background:• Founder & CEO of AppMap – next-generation code observability platform• Co-founder of Conjur – acquired by CyberArk• Former Chief Data Officer at Generation Health (acquired by CVS)• Scientist, programmer, and technology innovator with deep security expertise• Angel investor and mentor focused on helping founders balance innovation and human resilience• Advocate for safer software, smarter teams, and sustainable entrepreneurship💡 Perfect For:Founders, cybersecurity leaders, DevOps engineers, AI innovators, CTOs, product builders, developer communities, and anyone focused on creating safer, more resilient technology ecosystems.Timely Topic:As AI reshapes how software is built, deployed, and secured, leaders like Elizabeth Lawler are defining the blueprint for human-centered innovation—where safety, intelligence, and developer empowerment converge.Subscribe for more global founder conversations from GSD Venture Studios:https://gsdvs.com#CyberSecurity #AIInnovation #DevOps #SoftwareDevelopment #FounderJourney #DeveloperTools #Observability #StartupLeadership #TechRisk #AppMap #ElizabethLawler #AIAndSecurity #DigitalTransformation #GaryFowler #TopGlobalStartups #GSDVentureStudios

Join Vikram Gandhi, Senior Lecturer at Harvard Business School and Co-Founder of Asha Ventures, in a powerful conversation with Gary Fowler as they explore how sustainable investing and ESG principles are transforming the future of business, finance, and development. With decades of experience in global finance, impact investing, and emerging markets, Vikram unpacks the systems-level changes shaping a more equitable and climate-aligned global economy.🎯 Insights You’ll Learn:✓ How sustainable investing is evolving — and why ESG still matters✓ The real challenges and opportunities in decarbonizing emerging economies✓ Balancing economic growth, energy access, and climate responsibility in markets like India✓ The role of investors, entrepreneurs, and policymakers in enabling a just transition✓ Why purpose and performance are no longer separate conversations✓ Lessons from Harvard Business School — and how future leaders are redefining global impact✓ Trends reshaping climate finance, development, and corporate accountability🌱 Why This Matters:The next decade of global growth will be shaped by sustainability — but success requires new models, new incentives, and new forms of leadership. Vikram brings a rare blend of academic insight, real-world financial expertise, and impact-driven vision to explain what’s changing and how startups and investors can navigate this shift.His work bridges Wall Street, emerging markets, and global policy — offering a roadmap for building economies that grow responsibly, equitably, and sustainably.👤 Expert Background:• Gerald P. Kaminsky Senior Lecturer of Business Administration at Harvard Business School• Teaches sustainable investing, leadership & corporate accountability, and development in emerging markets• Founder of Asha Ventures — impact-focused venture capital firm• Founder of VSG Capital Advisors — long-term value creation advisory firm• Former senior investment banking executive with decades of global finance experience• Senior Advisor to the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB)• Leading voice at the intersection of finance, sustainability, and social impact.💡 Perfect For:Investors, founders, policy leaders, climate innovators, ESG and sustainability professionals, educators, and anyone who cares about building a just and sustainable global economy.Timely Topic:As climate challenges intensify and global economies shift, sustainable business models are becoming the foundation of future growth. This conversation lays out how to build toward that future — responsibly and profitably.Subscribe for more global founder conversations from GSD Venture Studios: https://gsdvs.com#SustainableInvesting #ESG #ClimateFinance #EmergingMarkets #ImpactInvesting #VentureCapital #GlobalDevelopment #HarvardBusinessSchool #VikramGandhi #AshaVentures hashtag#JustTransition #SustainabilityLeadership #GaryFowler #GSDVentureStudios

Join Hedi Ben Brahim, CEO of One Biosciences and a leading figure in the French biotechnology ecosystem, in an in-depth conversation with Gary Fowler as they explore how single-cell technologies are transforming precision medicine. Learn how One Biosciences is unlocking new therapeutic targets, expanding to the U.S., and navigating the challenges of scaling an innovation-driven biotech company.Insights You’ll Learn:✓ What single-cell analysis enables that traditional drug discovery cannot✓ How One Biosciences identifies new targets for difficult-to-treat diseases✓ Challenges and opportunities in expanding a European biotech to the U.S. market✓ Why computational biology is central to the next wave of precision therapeutics✓ How to build an integrated discovery engine combining wet lab and in-silico innovation✓ Lessons from leading biotech, oncology, and immunotherapy organizations✓ The current biotech landscape — and what founders must prepare for nextWhy This Matters:Single-cell technology is redefining how we understand disease at a molecular level. One Biosciences sits at the forefront of this revolution, combining computational power with multidisciplinary research to accelerate new therapies for complex conditions.Hedi’s leadership—across public policy, oncology, immunotherapy, and biotech scaling—offers rare insight into what it takes to bring breakthrough science from Europe to the global stage.Expert Background:• Chief Executive Officer of One Biosciences• Former CEO of Transgene, a leader in immunotherapy and oncology• Veteran of France’s Ministry of Economy and Ministry of Health• Held leadership roles across biotech, healthtech, and research institutes• Board member at GeNeuro and Kolibri• Recognized expert in precision medicine, oncology, and biotech innovationAbout One Biosciences:One Biosciences leverages advanced single-cell analysis to power a new wave of precision medicine. Its integrated discovery engine fuses computational biology and multidisciplinary expertise to find therapeutic targets for complex, difficult-to-treat diseases. Supported by Institut Curie and Home Biosciences, it is accelerating breakthroughs in drug discovery.💡Perfect For:Biotech founders, researchers, pharma leaders, computational biologists, investors, and anyone interested in the future of precision medicine and next-generation drug discovery.Timely Topic:As precision medicine enters a pivotal decade, single-cell innovation will define the companies that lead the future of therapeutics — and One Biosciences is one of them.Subscribe for more global founder conversations from GSD Venture Studios:https://gsdvs.com#Biotech #PrecisionMedicine #SingleCellAnalysis #DrugDiscovery #Oncology #Immunotherapy #HealthTech #BiotechInnovation #OneBiosciences #HediBenBrahim #GaryFowler #GSDVentureStudios

Join Sudeep Gupta, Founder and CEO of Store My Goods, in an insightful conversation with Gary Fowler as they explore what it really takes to build, scale, and globalize high-growth startups. With a career spanning leadership roles at OYO and Cars24 — and now building a fast-growing, tech-enabled storage solutions company — Sudeep brings rare, firsthand experience from both early-stage ventures and large-scale operational expansion across the globe.🎯 Insights You’ll Learn:✓ What separates startups from scaleups — and the mindset shift required✓ How Sudeep built Store My Goods into a seed-funded, tech-enabled storage platform✓ Key lessons from leading international business for OYO across Europe, the US, and Canada✓ How to build and manage teams across 35+ nationalities✓ Scaling operations from scratch: franchise networks, vendor contracting, and retail expansion✓ How India’s startup ecosystem is evolving — and why global exposure matters✓ The realities of fundraising, partnerships, and navigating hypergrowth✓ What early founders can learn from failures, pivots, and large-scale operational challenges🌍 Why This Matters:As global markets shift, founders must learn not only how to launch startups — but how to turn them into scalable, internationally competitive businesses. Sudeep’s journey from founding Café Buddy’s Foods to leadership roles at Cars24 and OYO, and now Store My Goods, offers actionable insights for founders navigating growth, expansion, and global strategy.His unique experience bridging India, Europe, the US, and Asia positions him as one of the rare builders who understand cross-cultural leadership and global business development.👤 Expert Background:• Founder & CEO of Store My Goods — tech-enabled storage solutions, seed funded• Former Director of International Business at OYO (Europe, US, Canada)• Core leadership at Cars24, spearheading three verticals from greenfield stage• Founder of Café Buddy’s Foods, a modern F&B retail chain• 15+ years in e-commerce, automotive, hospitality, and real estate• Worked across France, UK, Germany, Spain, Italy, Canada, and South Korea• Recognized negotiation expert, certified by HEC Paris• Shark Tank India–validated entrepreneur• Awarded Entrepreneur of the Year 2022 by the French Minister of Foreign Trade• Times of India–featured founder• Guest speaker at IIT Delhi, Delhi University, Amity, ESCP Paris, and more💡 Perfect For:Entrepreneurs, scaleup leaders, investors, global operators, franchise builders, marketplace founders, and anyone scaling teams across borders.Subscribe for more global founder conversations from GSD Venture Studios:https://gsdvs.comhashtag#StartupGrowth hashtag#Scaleups hashtag#GlobalExpansion hashtag#Entrepreneurship hashtag#StoreMyGoods hashtag#SudeepGupta hashtag#IndiaTech hashtag#Hypergrowth hashtag#BusinessStrategy hashtag#Franchising hashtag#GlobalLeadership hashtag#GaryFowler hashtag#GSDVentureStudios

Join Steven Frost, CEO and Founder of WorkBuzz, in an insightful conversation with Gary Fowler as they explore why AI-first transformation is no longer optional — it’s urgent. Discover how WorkBuzz is redefining employee listening far beyond traditional surveys by building an AI-powered platform designed for real-time insights, continuous feedback, and more human-centric workplaces.🎯 Insights You’ll Learn:✓ Why becoming an AI-first business is now a competitive necessity✓ The evolution of employee feedback — from outdated surveys to intelligent listening✓ How AI can surface blind spots leaders never knew existed✓ Lessons from raising £12.5M and scaling WorkBuzz globally✓ Practical steps leaders can take to reinvent their organizations with AI✓ What most companies get wrong about culture, engagement, and transformation✓ The future of people analytics in an AI-driven world🌍 Why This Matters:AI is accelerating faster than ever — and companies that wait will be left behind.WorkBuzz is pioneering the shift from static surveys to dynamic, AI-powered insight engines that help organizations build stronger cultures, retain talent, and make faster, better decisions.Steven’s experience scaling WorkBuzz into a category-defining HR tech company offers actionable lessons for founders and executives navigating the AI revolution.👤 Expert Background:• CEO & Founder of WorkBuzz – AI-first employee listening platform• Raised £12.5M in funding to scale intelligent engagement solutions• Mission-driven leader helping organizations build more connected, people-centric workplaces• Recognized expert in employee experience, culture, and organizational transformation🎙️ Hosted by Gary Fowler, CEO of GSD Venture Studios — global AI entrepreneur, investor, and innovation leader spotlighting founders transforming industries through technology.💡 Perfect For:Founders, HR tech leaders, CHROs, people analysts, AI innovators, and executive teams looking to future-proof their organizations.🚀 Timely Topic:The companies that win the next decade will master AI-first reinvention — and WorkBuzz is showing what that future looks like.Subscribe for more global founder conversations from GSD Venture Studios:https://gsdvs.comhashtag#AITransformation hashtag#FutureOfWork hashtag#EmployeeListening hashtag#PeopleAnalytics hashtag#HRTech hashtag#ArtificialIntelligence hashtag#StartupGrowth hashtag#Leadership hashtag#WorkBuzz hashtag#StevenFrost hashtag#OrganizationalCulture hashtag#DigitalTransformation hashtag#TopGlobalStartups hashtag#GaryFowler hashtag#GSDVentureStudios

Join W. Sean Ford, CEO and Co-Founder of XSY (pronounced “eksy”), in an in-depth conversation with Gary Fowler as they explore the rapidly evolving world of blockchain, crypto yield, and institutional digital asset adoption. Discover how XSY is simplifying access to crypto yield for institutions, treasuries, and family offices — and why stable assets are becoming the catalyst for liquidity, TVL growth, and real economic activity across blockchain ecosystems.🎯 Insights You’ll Learn:✓ The journey from serial entrepreneur to leading XSY✓ How institutions are approaching blockchain and digital assets today✓ Why stable assets are essential to unlocking blockchain liquidity✓ Lessons from building Algorand and working on global CBDC initiatives✓ The true challenges holding back institutional crypto adoption✓ What the next generation of blockchain infrastructure will require✓ Entrepreneurship lessons from 25+ years across startups and public companies🌍 Why This Matters:The institutional crypto market is entering a new phase — one focused on transparency, yield, stability, and real utility. XSY is pioneering this transition by helping institutions easily access on-chain yield and participate in digital asset ecosystems without unnecessary friction.Sean’s rare combination of experience — from Algorand to CBDCs to early Web2 startups like Upromise — offers a deep and practical look at how digital assets will reshape global finance.👤 Expert Background:• CEO & Co-Founder of XSY – simplifying institutional access to crypto yield• Former COO & CEO of Algorand• Worked on CBDC and stable asset projects across multiple countries• Serial entrepreneur with 25+ years of tech leadership• Co-Founder of Upromise (acquired by Sallie Mae)• Former senior strategy consultant at Monitor Group• BA from Williams College and MBA from Harvard Business School• Proud Wyoming resident and advocate for digital asset innovation💡 Perfect For:Blockchain founders, Web3 innovators, institutional investors, digital asset leaders, fintech executives, and anyone exploring the future of decentralized finance.Timely Topic:As the world moves toward institutional-grade blockchain infrastructure, builders like Sean Ford are defining how yield, liquidity, and stable assets will fuel the next era of economic activity.Subscribe for more global founder conversations from GSD Venture Studios: https://gsdvs.com#Blockchain #DigitalAssets #CryptoYield #InstitutionalCrypto #StableAssets #Web3Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Fintech #Algorand #XSY #DeFi #CBDC #StartupLeadership #GaryFowler #GSDVentureStudios

Join Akmaljon Musaev, Founder & CEO of Hyper App - Enterprise Cloud, in conversation with Gary Fowler, as they explore how a new generation of cloud innovators from Central Asia are boldly competing with global giants like AWS. Discover how Hyper App is building regionally optimized, enterprise-ready cloud infrastructure — faster, more accessible, and built for the modern global market.🎯 Insights You’ll Learn:✅ The founder’s journey — building a cloud startup from Central Asia✅ How Hyper App is creating competitive enterprise cloud solutions✅ What it takes to challenge infrastructure-heavy incumbents like AWS✅ Lessons from being named Central Asian Founder of the Year 2025✅ The evolution of the Central Asian startup ecosystem✅ How consulting for UNICEF and the World Bank shaped his vision✅ The future of enterprise cloud: performance, affordability & sovereignty🌍 Why This Matters:Cloud infrastructure is no longer dominated solely by U.S. tech giants.Emerging regions like Central Asia are producing high-performance, cost-efficient alternatives built for real global needs.Hyper App represents this new wave of innovation — cloud systems that prioritize:• Regional localization• Pricing efficiency• Enterprise readiness• Faster deployment• Data sovereignty👤 Expert Background:• Akmaljon Musaev*– Founder & CEO of Hyper App• Central Asian Founder of the Year 2025 (Global Startup Awards)• Project manager with 5+ years of experience• Second-time startup founder• Consultant for UNICEF and the World Bank• Focused on building world-class cloud infrastructure from an emerging tech hub🎙️ Hosted by Gary Fowler, CEO of GSD Venture Studios — global AI entrepreneur, investor, and innovation leader spotlighting founders transforming industries through technology.💡 Perfect For:Cloud leaders, deep-tech founders, enterprise decision-makers, investors, emerging-market innovators, and anyone exploring the next era of cloud competition.🚀 Timely Topic:As global businesses seek cloud platforms that offer flexibility, sovereignty, and affordability, regional innovators like Hyper App are leading the next wave of enterprise cloud disruption.Subscribe for more global founder conversations from GSD Venture Studios: https://gsdvs.com#CloudComputing #EnterpriseCloud #CentralAsiaTech #AWSAlternative #StartupInnovation #InfrastructureTech #GlobalStartups #GaryFowler #GSDVentureStudios #HyperApp #AkmaljonMusaev

🧬 From Waste to Innovation — How Biotech Startups Are Transforming the Food Industry | Hosted by Gary Fowler | Top Global StartupsJoin Sebastián Zaera, CEO & Co-Founder of BioBlends, in conversation with Gary Fowler, as they explore how biotechnology and food innovation are solving some of the world’s biggest sustainability challenges. Discover how BioBlends is pioneering clean-label and anti-waste solutions while navigating the vibrant startup ecosystem in Latin America.🎯 Insights You’ll Learn:✅ How biotechnology is driving a new era in sustainable food production✅ The challenges and opportunities of building a biotech startup in LatAm✅ How innovation can reduce food waste and promote clean-label products✅ Lessons from scaling impact-driven ventures and reaching operational success✅ The intersection of business development, sustainability, and science✅ Future trends shaping foodtech and biotech entrepreneurship🌍 Why This Matters:Biotechnology is redefining how we think about food — from production to consumption. Startups like BioBlends are leading the charge toward sustainability by merging science with purpose. Sebastián’s journey showcases how innovation and environmental impact can work hand in hand to reshape the global food ecosystem.👤 Expert Background:• CEO & Co-Founder of BioBlends — biotech startup revolutionizing food sustainability• Former Country Manager at Producteca — helped drive company to break-even• Former Digital Transformation Lead at Delterra (McKinsey-founded NGO)• MSc in Renewable Energies from École Polytechnique• Degree in Industrial Engineering with focus on sustainability and innovation🎙️ Hosted by Gary Fowler, CEO of GSD Venture Studios, global AI entrepreneur, investor, and innovation leader spotlighting founders transforming industries through technology.💡 Perfect For:Founders, sustainability advocates, biotech innovators, foodtech entrepreneurs, and investors passionate about the future of sustainable food systems.Timely Topic:As the food industry faces growing environmental and supply challenges, biotech innovation is emerging as the key to a cleaner, smarter, and more resilient global food future.Subscribe for more global founder conversations from GSD Venture Studios:👉 GSD Venture Studios: https://gsdvs.com#Biotech #FoodTech #Sustainability #Innovation #CleanLabel #FoodWaste #LatAmStartups #CircularEconomy #GaryFowler #GSDVentureStudios #TopGlobalStartups #BioBlends #FutureOfFood

Join Paul Lichty, Co-Founder & CEO of Forge Nano, in conversation with Gary Fowler as they explore how atomic-scale engineering is transforming the future of batteries, semiconductors, and advanced manufacturing. Discover how Forge Nano leverages ALD to add protective and performance-enhancing coatings at the atomic level, enabling next-generation products and unlocking new industrial potential.🎯 Insights You’ll Learn:✓ What Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) is and why it matters for advanced manufacturing✓ How Forge Nano enhances battery and semiconductor performance at the atomic scale✓ The story of spinning Forge Nano out of the University of Colorado Boulder✓ Scaling deep-tech startups and raising over $100M from GM, Volkswagen, LG, Mitsui Kinzoku, and Sumitomo✓ The challenges and opportunities of commercializing high-tech materials science✓ How atomic-level engineering is shaping the future of U.S. manufacturing✓ Lessons for founders in deep tech, materials science, and industrial innovation🌍 Why This Matters:Atomic-scale innovation is unlocking new levels of product performance, efficiency, and reliability.Forge Nano demonstrates how high-precision materials engineering can power a new wave of American manufacturing and industrial competitiveness.Dr. Lichty’s experience bridging cutting-edge science and industrial scale provides a rare perspective on building a globally impactful deep-tech company.👤 Expert Background:• Co-Founder & CEO of Forge Nano – pioneering atomic layer deposition for materials performance• Inventor of high-throughput ALD surface engineering• Raised $100M+ from leading global investors and industrial partners• Founded Forge Nano as a University of Colorado Boulder spin-out• Leader in battery and semiconductor innovation at the atomic scalePerfect For:Founders, industrial tech innovators, materials scientists, investors, and anyone interested in advanced manufacturing and the next era of high-tech production.Timely Topic:As industries pursue higher performance and efficiency, atomic-scale engineering and ALD are redefining what’s possible in U.S. manufacturing, energy storage, and semiconductor production.Subscribe for more global founder conversations from GSD Venture Studios:https://gsdvs.comhashtag#AtomicLayerDeposition hashtag#ALD hashtag#MaterialsScience hashtag#AdvancedManufacturing hashtag#BatteryInnovation hashtag#Semiconductors hashtag#DeepTech hashtag#StartupGrowth hashtag#IndustrialInnovation hashtag#ForgeNano hashtag#PaulLichty hashtag#GaryFowler hashtag#TopGlobalStartups hashtag#GSDVentureStudios

Join Serina Ahmad, CEO and Co-Founder of trusti, in conversation with Gary Fowler, as they explore how technology is reshaping sexual health care for the modern age. From rapid at-home STI testing to digital platforms that normalize open dialogue and accessibility, Serina shares how her company is breaking barriers, reducing stigma, and empowering people to take control of their sexual wellness.Insights You’ll Learn:✅ Why sexual health care remains broken — and how tech innovation can fix it✅ The rise of at-home testing and what it means for accessibility and privacy✅ Navigating stigma and trust while building a health-tech brand✅ How digital solutions can transform public health systems✅ Lessons from leading digital product innovation in Canada’s startup ecosystem✅ The role of empathy and inclusion in building future health care solutionsWhy This Matters:* Despite progress in medicine, sexual health care remains underfunded, stigmatized, and inaccessible for many.* trusti’s digital-first approach is redefining convenience, privacy, and empowerment in personal health.* Serina’s story blends innovation, leadership, and purpose — showing how technology can humanize health care.Expert Background:• CEO & Co-Founder of trusti — offering rapid at-home STI testing and digital health solutions• Former Head of Digital at a leading Canadian media agency, managing 12+ professionals and 40+ digital products• Recognized for driving innovation from concept to launch• Passionate about accessible, stigma-free sexual health care• Advocate for technology’s role in shaping inclusive, human-centered health innovationPerfect For:Health-tech founders, digital health innovators, public health advocates, investors in wellness and biotech, and anyone passionate about technology’s role in improving quality of life.Timely Topic:As digital health evolves, sexual wellness is becoming the next frontier for innovation — blending technology, empathy, and design to create stigma-free access to essential care.Subscribe for more global founder conversations from GSD Venture Studios:https://gsdvs.com/#HealthTech #DigitalHealth #SexualWellness #Innovation #StartupGrowth #PublicHealth #AtHomeTesting #WomenInTech #Entrepreneurship #AIForHealth #Accessibility #HumanCenteredDesign #GaryFowler #TopGlobalStartups #GSDVentureStudios #trusti #SerinaAhmad

Join Tom Stevens, Co-Founder & CEO of Kuik, in conversation with Gary Fowler, as they explore how Audiovisual GenAI is redefining how businesses engage customers and recover lost revenues. Discover Kuik’s journey from a European startup to a rising global innovator in personalized video communication, and how automation is making creativity scalable for every brand.Insights You’ll Learn:✅ The story behind Kuik — building a next-generation video personalization platform✅ How Generative AI is transforming marketing and communication✅ The challenges and opportunities of the European startup ecosystem✅ How automation drives personalization at scale✅ Lessons from raising a €1M pre-seed round and leading a global team✅ The future of AI-powered creativity and revenue recoveryWhy This Matters:The convergence of AI and creativity is redefining how brands communicate.Kuik is pioneering video automation at scale, enabling companies to turn lost engagement into measurable revenue.Tom’s cross-industry perspective — from fintech to creative tech — offers real-world insights into scaling European startups with global ambitions.Expert Background:• Co-Founder & CEO of Kuik – AI-driven platform for personalized video automation• 3× founder with deep expertise in commercial growth and technology• Former CCO of ETFmatic (acquired by Aion Bank)• Former Commercial Advisor to the New Zealand Embassy• Raised €1M pre-seed funding to accelerate global expansion• Passionate about Generative AI, automation, and creative innovationPerfect For:Founders, marketers, AI innovators, automation leaders, investors, and anyone passionate about the intersection of creativity, AI, and business growth.Timely Topic:As Generative AI evolves, startups like Kuik are leading the shift from static content to intelligent video communication, making personalization and revenue recovery easier, faster, and more human than ever before.Subscribe for more global founder conversations from GSD Venture Studios:👉 [GSD Venture Studios](https://gsdvs.com)#GenerativeAI #Automation #VideoMarketing #Personalization hashtag#AIInnovation #CreativeTech #EuropeanStartups #StartupGrowth #DigitalTransformation #GaryFowler #TopGlobalStartups #GSDVentureStudios #TomStevens hashtag#Kuik

Join Iyad Kayrala, Co-Founder & CEO of VERTASSIT, in conversation with Gary Fowler, as they explore how AI, robotics, and innovation are shaping the future of luxury hospitality. Discover how VERT, an AI-powered in-room voice assistant, is revolutionizing how hotels deliver personalized experiences — blending intelligent automation with the art of human connection.Insights You’ll Learn:✅ How AI and robotics are reshaping guest experiences and hotel operations✅ The story behind VERT — building the AI assistant for luxury hospitality✅ Lessons in entrepreneurship and turning deep tech into human experiences✅ Balancing technology and empathy in guest engagement✅ How voice interfaces and smart systems enhance convenience and comfort✅ Scaling a hospitality tech startup in a rapidly evolving marketWhy This Matters:The future of hospitality depends on intelligent systems that feel human — not just functional.VERTASSIT is leading the charge in AI-powered hospitality, creating seamless and personalized guest interactions that redefine luxury.Iyad’s journey from roboticist to entrepreneur showcases how innovation can enhance service, comfort, and human connection.Expert Background:•Co-Founder & CEO, VERTASSIT — creators of VERT, the AI-powered in-room voice assistant for luxury hotels• Background in Electronics & Computer Engineering and Innovation & Entrepreneurship (UCL)• Builder of multiple tech ventures, including HRV (drone-based camera platform) and KomBot (robotic boxing coach)• Passionate about intelligent systems, human-centered design, and AI in hospitalityPerfect For:AI innovators, hospitality executives, robotics enthusiasts, startup founders, investors, and anyone interested in how intelligent systems are transforming the guest experience.Timely Topic:As hotels compete to deliver next-level personalization, AI-driven assistants like VERT are redefining luxury, transforming every stay into a seamless and emotionally intelligent experience.Subscribe for more global founder conversations from GSD Venture Studios:👉 [GSD Venture Studios] (https://gsdvs.com)hashtag#AI hashtag#HospitalityInnovation hashtag#Robotics hashtag#LuxuryHotels hashtag#VoiceAI hashtag#FutureOfWork hashtag#DigitalTransformation hashtag#TechEntrepreneurship hashtag#ArtificialIntelligence hashtag#StartupGrowth hashtag#GaryFowler hashtag#TopGlobalStartups hashtag#GSDVentureStudios hashtag#VERTASSIT hashtag#IyadKayrala

Join ⁠Nazar Davyda⁠, CEO & Co-Founder of GO TO-U, in conversation with Gary Fowler, as they explore how AI-driven predictability and user experience are redefining the EV charging landscape. Discover how GO TO-U’s innovative platform — now in 67 countries and trusted by partners like ABB, Siemens, and Google — is setting a new global standard for smart, seamless, and human-centered EV infrastructureInsights You’ll Learn:✅ What Charging 2.0 means — the evolution of EV charging from access to experience✅ How AI enhances predictability and optimizes charging availability✅ The role of user experience in accelerating EV adoption✅ Building global partnerships that shape the future of green mobility✅ Overcoming challenges in scaling EV infrastructure worldwide✅ Lessons from leading one of the world’s fastest-growing EV software companies✅ Why the future of EV lies at the intersection of technology and human designWhy This Matters:As EV adoption accelerates, the next frontier is experience-driven charging — not just hardware innovation. GO TO-U’s mission to make charging predictable, accessible, and intuitive marks a paradigm shift for drivers, cities, and energy providers alike.Nazar’s insights bridge AI, sustainability, and user experience, showing how technology can create trust and convenience at scale.Expert Background:•CEO & Co-Founder of GO TO-U — redefining EV charging software with AI and user experience• Grew GO TO-U to 67 countries and 250,000+ drivers• Partnered with ABB, Siemens, and Google to advance Charging 2.0• Expert in business strategy, mobility innovation, and human-centric technology• Passionate about designing sustainable systems that empower both people and the planetPerfect For:EV innovators, AI engineers, mobility startups, sustainability leaders, investors, and anyone passionate about **the future of transportation and clean tech innovationTimely Topic:As EV demand surges worldwide, predictability, AI, and seamless user experience are driving the next evolution — where Charging 2.0 becomes the key to mass adoption and smarter cities.Subscribe for more global founder conversations from GSD Venture Studios:GSD Venture Studios: ⁠https://gsdvs.com⁠⁠#EVCharging⁠ ⁠#CleanTech⁠ ⁠#AIInnovation⁠ ⁠#SmartMobility⁠ ⁠#Sustainability⁠ ⁠#ElectricVehicles⁠ ⁠#FutureOfTransport⁠ ⁠#GreenTech⁠ ⁠#DigitalTransformation⁠ ⁠#EVInfrastructure⁠ ⁠#StartupGrowth⁠ ⁠#GaryFowler⁠ ⁠#TopGlobalStartups⁠ ⁠#GSDVentureStudios⁠ ⁠#GOTOU⁠ ⁠#NazarDavyda

Join Ash Penley, CEO of ZOEX Power, in conversation with Gary Fowler, as they explore how wave energy is entering a new era of innovation and sustainability. From transitioning out of offshore oil & gas to developing a modular Wave Energy Converter that tackles marine energy’s biggest challenge — cost-efficiency — Ash shares her remarkable journey as a solo founder raising £1.2M and building what could become the next unicorn out of ScotlandInsights You’ll Learn:✅ The Evolution of Wave Energy – from concept to commercialization✅ Entrepreneurial Grit – how Ash transitioned from oil & gas to renewables✅ Breaking Barriers – being the only woman founder in global wave energy✅ Building a Clean-Tech Startup in Scotland – hurdles, lessons, and wins✅ Future of Marine Power – where innovation and sustainability intersect✅ AI & Energy – how artificial intelligence could accelerate the industry✅ Women in STEM – inspiring the next generation of innovatorsWhy This Matters:*Wave energy is one of the most underutilized renewable resources with immense potential.*ZOEX Power’s modular technology could finally make wave power commercially viable.*Ash’s journey highlights resilience, innovation, and diversity in clean-tech leadershipExpert Background:• CEO & Founder of ZOEX Power, developer of a modular Wave Energy Converter• 15 years’ experience in Offshore Oil & Gas complex installations• Raised £1.2M in early-stage funding for marine energy innovation• The only woman founder in Wave Energy globally• Passionate about sustainable innovation and empowering women in STEM🎙️Hosted by Gary Fowler, CEO of GSD Venture Studios — global AI entrepreneur, investor, and innovation leader spotlighting founders transforming industries through technology.Perfect For:Clean-tech entrepreneurs, renewable energy innovators, investors, women in STEM, sustainability leaders, and anyone inspired by groundbreaking entrepreneurship driving the green transition.Timely Topic:As the world accelerates toward net-zero, the next wave of renewable energy innovation is already forming. Discover how AI, modular design, and human ingenuity are converging to make marine power the next big frontier in clean technology.Subscribe for more global founder conversations from GSD Venture Studios:GSD Venture Studios: https://gsdvs.com#WaveEnergy #CleanTech #MarineInnovation #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #WomenInSTEM #Entrepreneurship #AIForEnergy #ClimateTech #StartupGrowth #Innovation #GaryFowler #TopGlobalStartups #GSDVentureStudios #ZOEXPower #AshPenley #EnergyTransition

Join Prateek Sodhi, Co-Founder & CEO of Finofo, in conversation with Gary Fowler, as they explore how AI is transforming corporate finance — from accounts payable (AP) automation to intelligent treasury management. Discover how Finofo is reimagining how finance teams operate globally by streamlining workflows, reducing friction, and enabling smarter decision-making with AI-driven insights.Insights You’ll Learn:✅ The role of AI in corporate finance and the evolution of financial operations✅ How automation is reshaping accounts payable and treasury management✅ Scaling a B2B fintech from concept to millions in venture funding✅ Lessons from moving from VC investing to startup building✅ How AI enhances accuracy, speed, and control in financial decision-making✅ The future of AI-driven CFO tools and global finance optimizationWhy This Matters:* Corporate finance is at a tipping point — AI is eliminating manual bottlenecks and redefining how global teams operate.* Finofo’s innovations are setting a new standard for speed, precision, and intelligence in financial workflows.* Prateek’s unique lens as both a former investor and founder reveals how to build scalable fintech solutions that solve real-world pain points.Expert Background:• Co-Founder & CEO of Finofo – building the future of finance automation for global enterprises• Former institutional VC investor, now fintech entrepreneur• Raised over $5M in venture funding• Scaling one of Canada’s fastest-growing B2B fintechs• Passionate about AI, financial technology, and intelligent systems that empower finance leaders💡 Perfect For:CFOs, finance leaders, fintech founders, AI strategists, automation experts, investors, and innovators building the next generation of intelligent financial systems.Timely Topic:As businesses scale globally, AI-powered automation is redefining how finance teams manage payables, cash flow, and approvals — moving from manual processes to systems that think, learn, and act intelligently.Subscribe for more global founder conversations from GSD Venture Studios:GSD Venture Studios: https://gsdvs.com#Fintech #AIAutomation hashtag#CorporateFinance #AccountsPayable hashtag#TreasuryManagement #FinanceInnovation #B2BFintech #StartupGrowth #DigitalTransformation #FutureOfWork #GaryFowler #TopGlobalStartups hashtag#Finofo #GSDVentureStudios #PrateekSodhi #AIInFinance

Join ⁠Sarah Springsteen Trumble⁠, Founder & CEO of The Job Applicant Perspective, in conversation with Gary Fowler, as they uncover the deep structural flaws in today’s digital hiring systems — and how startups can use technology to restore trust, transparency, and fairness in the global labor market.Explore how hiring platforms shifted from two-way marketplaces to engagement-driven ecosystems, how profit incentives distort candidate experiences, and what it will take to build the next generation of trust-based hiring infrastructure.Insights You’ll Learn:✅ How the digital transition of hiring eroded trust infrastructure✅ The difference between stakeholder vs. supplicant markets✅ Platform-based incentive models — and how they distort engagement✅ The rise of the trust market and emerging accountability ecosystems✅ How verified reviews can reshape employer-employee transparency✅ Rebuilding hiring systems through behavioral economics and tech design✅ Where The Job Applicant Perspective fits into the movement to fix digital work ecosystemsWhy This Matters:The global labor market, now valued at over $3.6 trillion, is one of the most critical yet least trusted digital ecosystems.Recruitment platforms prioritize engagement and ad revenue over candidate outcomes, leaving millions in algorithmic limbo.Sarah’s insights blend systems theory, behavioral economics, and civic technology — revealing how startups can align incentives toward trust, not exploitation.Expert Background:• Founder & CEO, The Job Applicant Perspective — restoring integrity to the online hiring process through verified user reviews• Educator turned systems theorist, integrating human behavior and tech ethics• Recognized by economists, journalists, and civic leaders for redefining trust as economic infrastructure• Based in Michigan, building one of the first trust-centered hiring platforms designed for accountability and transparencyPerfect For:HR tech founders, behavioral economists, data ethicists, policymakers, investors, and innovators exploring the intersection of technology, trust, and labor systems.Timely Topic:As AI and algorithms dominate hiring, restoring human trust in digital systems has become the new frontier of innovation — redefining how people find opportunity, employers build credibility, and technology serves society.Subscribe for more global founder conversations from GSD Venture Studios:GSD Venture Studios: ⁠https://gsdvs.com⁠⁠#FutureOfWork⁠ ⁠

Join Caroline Shleifer, Founder & CEO of RegASK, as she explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping the global regulatory landscape—empowering companies to navigate complex compliance frameworks faster, smarter, and more efficiently. Learn how AI-driven insights are driving a new era of transparency, agility, and innovation across healthcare, life sciences, and global markets.Insights You’ll Learn:AI in Regulation – how automation is transforming compliance and oversightRegulatory Intelligence – using data-driven insights to predict and manage changeGlobal Compliance Challenges – adapting to shifting policies worldwideInnovation in Healthcare Regulation – improving safety, speed, and market accessFuture of Regulatory Tech – trends shaping the next decade of complianceLeadership in Deep-Tech – building AI systems for complex, high-stakes industriesWhy This Matters:The pace of regulation is accelerating across healthcare, biotech, and AIManual compliance processes are no longer sustainable — AI is essentialGlobal companies need real-time, curated regulatory intelligence to competeCaroline’s expertise bridges science, law, and technology — a rare intersection driving global impactExpert Background:• Founder & CEO, RegASK – global AI-powered regulatory intelligence platform• PharmD–PhD in Medical Physics – deep expertise across healthcare and compliance• Thought leader in AI governance, healthtech regulation, and global policy innovation• Passionate about leveraging technology to simplify global compliance and accelerate innovationPerfect For: Regulatory professionals, compliance leaders, healthtech founders, AI innovators, policymakers, and anyone shaping the future of global governance and ethics in technology.Timely Topic: As regulations evolve to keep pace with AI innovation, understanding how AI is redefining regulatory strategy is critical for every organization operating in the digital age.Subscribe for more global founder conversations from GSD Venture Studios:GSD Venture Studios: https://gsdvs.com#AI #RegTech #RegulatoryIntelligence #Compliance #HealthcareInnovation #FutureOfAI #GlobalRegulation #HealthTech #AICompliance #TopGlobalStartups #Innovation #DigitalTransformation

Gary Fowler interviews Dr. Ashish D. Aggarwal, Co-founder & CEO of JubileeTV, as he explores how human-centered innovation can bring independence, dignity, and joy to the fastest-growing — yet most underserved — population: aging adults.Discover how JubileeTV is transforming the television into a caregiving and connection hub, reshaping how families support their loved ones from afar.Insights You’ll Learn:Human-Centered Innovation – designing with empathy for aging adultsThe Rise of AgeTech – technology’s role in independent, connected livingFamily Connection Through Tech – turning everyday devices into care solutionsInnovation with Purpose – why empathy drives sustainable product designAging in Place – empowering seniors to live safely and joyfully at homeFrom Lab to Living Room – translating complex tech into simple experiencesLessons in Leadership – from Apple’s iPod to 80+ patented innovationsWhy This Matters:Aging adults are the fastest-growing U.S. demographic yet remain underserved by innovationHuman-centered design ensures that technology integrates seamlessly with daily lifeDr. Aggarwal’s journey shows how empathy, engineering, and purpose converge to create impactful innovationAs societies age, AgeTech will define the next frontier of digital health and family connectionExpert Background:• Co-founder & CEO, JubileeTV – pioneering AgeTech platform empowering older adults and families• Filed 80+ patents spanning audio, video, and connected technology innovations• Former Engineering Leader at Harman International and PortalPlayer (Apple iPod)• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, University of California, Santa Barbara• Passionate about technology that uplifts, connects, and empowers aging adultsPerfect For: Innovators, healthtech founders, product designers, investors, caregivers, and anyone passionate about human-centered technology, aging in place, and the intersection of empathy and innovation.Timely Topic: As the world’s aging population accelerates, AgeTech innovation offers new ways to preserve independence and family connection. Discover how JubileeTV is leading this human-centered revolution — proving that technology’s greatest impact begins with empathy.Subscribe for more global founder conversations from GSD Venture Studios:GSD Venture Studios: https://gsdvs.com#AgeTech #HumanCenteredDesign #Innovation #HealthTech #ElderCare #FutureOfAging #EmpathyInTech #StartupJourney #DigitalHealth #FamilyTech #TopGlobalStartups #TechnologyForGood #JubileeTV

Join Daniel Saks, CEO & Co-Founder of Landbase, in conversation with Gary Fowler, as they explore how Agentic AI is revolutionizing the way companies generate demand, build relationships, and drive growth. Discover how the next evolution of AI — systems that act intelligently on our behalf — is reshaping go-to-market strategy and redefining the future of work.🎯 Insights You’ll Learn:✅ Agentic AI Explained – how autonomous AI agents are changing business workflows✅ Go-To-Market Reinvented – data-driven strategies powered by intelligent automation✅ AI-Driven Growth – how machine intelligence enhances sales, marketing, and customer success✅ Human + AI Synergy – integrating automation without losing authenticity✅ The Future of Work – rethinking teams, productivity, and collaboration in the AI era✅ Lessons in Leadership – scaling global platforms and building high-performance organizations🌟 Why This Matters:Agentic AI is shifting the paradigm from prompt-based tools to proactive systemsCompanies are redefining efficiency, creativity, and relationship-building with AI co-pilotsDaniel’s perspective bridges technology, leadership, and go-to-market excellence — offering a firsthand look at how AI is transforming modern business strategy👤 Expert Background:• CEO & Co-Founder of Landbase – integrating machine intelligence into GTM strategy• Co-Founder & former Co-CEO of AppDirect – global subscription commerce platform• Named to Forbes 30 Under 30 & recognized by Goldman Sachs as a top entrepreneur• Graduate of McGill University and member of the Principal’s International Advisory Board• Passionate about the intersection of AI, business growth, and human performance🎙️ Hosted by Gary Fowler, CEO of GSD Venture Studios, global AI entrepreneur, investor, and innovation leader spotlighting founders transforming industries through technology.💡 Perfect For: Founders, go-to-market leaders, AI strategists, sales & marketing executives, investors, and innovators shaping the next era of intelligent business growth.🚀 Timely Topic: As Agentic AI evolves from passive tools to autonomous collaborators, companies must adapt their GTM playbooks to harness intelligent systems that act — not just react — on their behalf.Subscribe for more global founder conversations from GSD Venture Studios:GSD Venture Studios: https://gsdvs.com#AgenticAI #FutureOfWork #GoToMarket #AIInnovation #Automation #AIForBusiness #IntelligentSystems #StartupGrowth #DigitalTransformation #Leadership #TopGlobalStartups #Landbase #AppDirect #Entrepreneurship #GaryFowler #GSDVentureStudios

Reimagining Travel Through AI: Startup Lessons from The Tarzan Way | Top Global StartupsJoin Shikhar Chadha, Founder & CEO of The Tarzan Way, as he shares his journey from launching backpacker hostels at age 19 to building an AI-powered travel-tech platform redefining how people discover and book unique experiences worldwide. Learn how he scaled a global travel startup, raised funding, and leveraged AI to personalize adventure at scale.Insights You’ll Learn:Startup Growth Journey – from early-stage idea to a $2M+ ARR travel-tech ventureFundraising Strategies – raising $400K+ and building investor confidenceAI in Travel – how artificial intelligence is personalizing discovery and bookingBuilding Teams – managing and motivating 120+ members across operationsGlobal Partnerships – collaborating with tourism boards and industry leadersEntrepreneurial Mindset – lessons from starting young and scaling fastFuture of Travel – tech innovations shaping next-gen travel experiencesWhy This Matters:AI is transforming how travelers plan, explore, and connect with destinationsThe travel-tech sector is evolving into a data-driven, personalized experience economyShikhar’s journey offers real-world insights into building scalable AI startupsA perfect example of innovation meeting adventure in the post-pandemic travel boomExpert Background:• Founder & CEO, The Tarzan Way – AI-powered travel-tech startup revolutionizing experiential travel• Serial Entrepreneur – launched and exited a hostel chain before age 22• Raised $400K+ in venture funding | Scaled to $2M+ ARR | Partnered with global tourism boards• Focused on the intersection of Travel, AI, and Technology InnovationPerfect For: Founders, travel-tech innovators, AI entrepreneurs, investors, startup enthusiasts, and anyone passionate about the future of global travel and adventure.Timely Topic: As the travel industry rebounds with AI-driven innovation, understanding how startups like The Tarzan Way are reshaping exploration and human connection is more relevant than ever.Subscribe for more global founder conversations from GSD Venture Studios:GSD Venture Studios: https://gsdvs.com#TravelTech #AI #StartupJourney #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #FutureOfTravel #AdventureTech #Fundraising #TravelAI #GlobalStartups #TopGlobalStartups