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Decarbonizing Buildings with AI | Omar Tabba, Brainbox

Release Date: 06/27/2024

AI's Impact on Application Performance Testing and Strategy | Frank Cohen, Clever Moe

The Tesoro AI Podcast

In this episode of the Tesoro AI podcast, we sit with Frank Cohen, a Silicon Valley expert specializing in performance architecture and extreme performance testing. Frank shares insights from his 35-year career, including his work with PepsiCo during the Super Bowl, and the development of performance testing software like Push to Test and App Vance. He discusses the growing role of AI in job markets and how it has transformed traditional processes, including how tools like ChatGPT can aid job seekers. The conversation also delves into how AI can enhance application testing and performance...

Financial Modeling Meets AI: The Financial Analyst of the Future? | Albert Gozzi, Aleph

The Tesoro AI Podcast

In this episode of the Tesoro AI podcast, we speak with Albert Gozzi, founder of Aleph, about transforming financial processes using AI. They discuss the evolution of Gozzi's career from management consulting at Bain & Company to becoming COO/CFO of an early-stage startup, and ultimately founding Aleph to solve core financial data issues. Gozzi elaborates on Aleph's capabilities in data cleaning, variance analysis, and version control, underlining the significance of AI in enhancing accuracy and accelerating workflows. They also touch upon future developments in AI for finance and how...

From Ghosted to Engaged: The Rise of Two-Way AI Chats | Prem Kumar, Humanly.io

The Tesoro AI Podcast

In this episode of the Tesoro AI Podcast, Darius Gant sits down with Prem Kumar, co-founder of Humanly, to explore how true two-way AI conversations are reshaping the candidate experience. Prem shares how a personal brush with being “ghosted” as an applicant inspired him to build a platform that engages every candidate—applicants and sourced prospects alike—across chat, email, SMS, and voice, all while embedding compliance guardrails like real-time pay-transparency for each locale. You’ll learn how Humanly’s skill-based matching engine infers hidden competencies from past hires,...

The Future of QA: How AI Agents are Changing Software Testing | Daniel Loreto, Jetify

The Tesoro AI Podcast

In this episode of the Tesoro AI podcast, host Darius Gant interviews Daniel, a seasoned technologist with experience at top tech companies like Google, Twitter, and Airbnb. They delve into Daniel's early career and the launch of his startup, Jetify, which aims to accelerate the software development lifecycle. The conversation explores the evolution of AI from its early days to the impact of large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT. Daniel introduces Jetify’s flagship product, TestPilot, an AI agent designed to automate QA testing by simulating human interactions with web applications. He...

Tackling AI Deployment Risk Through Ethical and Effective AI Use | George Chamoun, Fairo AI

The Tesoro AI Podcast

In this episode of the Tesoro AI podcast, host Darius Gant speaks with George, the founder of Fairos, about the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence. George shares insights into his background, transitioning from big data and data science to founding an AI-focused startup. The discussion delves into the significant gap between AI investment and realized value, highlighting the importance of AI skills and governance in bridging this gap. George explains how Fairo helps organizations manage AI risks by offering solutions such as bias detection and governance frameworks. The...

Decoding AI Decisions: The Importance of Interpretability in AI Models | Dmitry Lesnik, Stratyfy

The Tesoro AI Podcast

In this episode of the Tesoro AI podcast, host Darius Gant welcomes Dmitri Lesnik, Co-founder of Stratyfy, to discuss the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence. Dmitry delves into his background in physics and AI, having developed influential algorithms since his PhD studies in Germany. He highlights Stratyfy's focus on probabilistic logic and interpretable AI, emphasizing their applications in fraud detection, lending, and healthcare. The conversation also explores the broader implications of AI, including the importance of transparency, the risks of biased and fraudulent activities,...

The Intersection of AI and Physics in Advanced Manufacturing | Robin Toluie, PhysicsX

The Tesoro AI Podcast

In this episode of the Tesoro AI podcast, we sit with Robin Toluie, a key figure behind PhysicsX, a company leveraging AI and machine learning to accelerate simulation and design processes across various advanced industries. They delve into Robin's extensive background in both theoretical physics and high-stakes automotive engineering with leading companies like Mercedes AMG and Bentley Motors. They discuss the application of machine learning in optimizing vehicle designs, reducing costs through virtual simulations, and its broader implications beyond automotive—applying to aerospace,...

The Role of AI in Modernizing Data Centers and IT Ops | Christina Kosmowski, LogicMonitor

The Tesoro AI Podcast

In this episode of the Tesoro AI podcast, we sit with Christina Kosmowski, LogicMonitor CEO. Christina shares her extensive experience and insights into the intersection of AI, data centers, and digital transformation. She discusses her career journey from leadership roles at Salesforce, Slack, and now Logic Monitor, highlighting the significant inflection points in cloud computing and AI advancement she witnessed. She delves into the importance of data centers in the AI ecosystem, the role of Logic Monitor in optimizing data center performance, and the challenges and strategies around cost,...

Transforming Data Analytics with AI-Powered Solutions | Sarah Nagy, Seek AI

The Tesoro AI Podcast

In this episode of the Tesoro AI podcast, host Darius Gant interviews Sarah Nagy, founder of Seek. They discuss Sarah's journey from astrophysics and finance to founding an AI-driven data analytics startup. Sarah explains Seek's mission to simplify data accessibility and analysis using large language models (LLMs). With her extensive background in quantitative finance and data science, Sarah sheds light on the nuances of alternative data, the challenges of dealing with unstructured data, and the importance of a robust data engineering team. The conversation also covers the evolution of AI...

The Future of Sleep Diagnostics with AI | Chris Fernandez, Ensodata

The Tesoro AI Podcast

In this episode of the Tesoro AI podcast, host Darius Gant talks with Chris from Enso Data about how artificial intelligence is transforming sleep medicine. Chris delves into his career journey from engineering to healthcare, the founding of Enso Data, and how the startup uses AI to improve diagnosis and treatment of sleep apnea. They discuss the evolution of Enso Data's technology, from its early days at the University of Wisconsin to its current impact on the sleep care pathway. Chris also highlights the challenges and benefits of integrating AI into healthcare, the importance of data...

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In this episode, we sit with Omar Tabba, Chief Product Officer at Brainbox AI, to delve into the transformative use of artificial intelligence in building automation and energy efficiency. With over 20 years of experience, Omar shares his journey into the AI sector, real-world applications of AI in managing HVAC systems, and Brainbox AI's innovations like ARIA, the world's first virtual building assistant.

We discuss the operational and environmental benefits of AI in smart building management, including significant reductions in energy consumption and carbon emissions. The conversation highlights the importance of normalized data, the role of AI in predictive maintenance, and the cultural and technical synergies needed to drive AI innovations in the built environment.

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Founder Bio:

Omar Tabba leads the product management function at BrainBox AI. With more than 20 years of expertise in energy efficiency, artificial intelligence, and building automation, he has held various positions spanning technical, sales, and executive roles. Prior to joining BrainBox AI, he led the digital solutions team at the General Electric Current business unit, where he supported the sale of Current’s digital solutions to Fortune 200 companies as well as the product, marketing and business development functions. Earlier in his career, Omar co-founded a venture-backed lighting control company and spearheaded sales for Distech Controls (NYSE:AYI) across Eastern North America and the Middle East.

A patent holder, Omar has applied building automation and energy management systems globally across multiple vertical markets (e.g., retail, commercial office, education) and in portfolios ranging from single buildings to several thousand.

Time Stamps:

01:55 Omar's journey into AI and smart buildings

05:11 Pain point that Brainbox is solving: building automation systems

09:01 ROI benefit examples

11:37 The role of AI in building management

16:05 AI applications in building maintenance

20:40 Acquiring and integrating building data

22:17 Solving data retention issues

23:54 Introducing ARIA: The Virtual building assistant

26:28 Building a specialized technical team

30:00 Navigating the AI talent market

32:25 The importance of cultural fit for hiring the right team