#60 - Zach Rash, CEO & Co-Founder at Coco Robotics

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Join us on this week's episode of the Slice of Technology AI podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor!
Our Guest: Zach Rash, CEO & Co-Founder at Coco Robotics.

What you’ll get out of this episode:

Urban Expansion Strategy: Coco operates in cities like LA, Chicago, Miami, and Helsinki, targeting dense urban areas for robot deliveries.
AI + Human Hybrid Autonomy: Their model blends AI with human oversight to ensure consistent, reliable deliveries—even in snow or rain.
Bootstrapped Launch Amid Pandemic: Coco began during the 2020 lockdowns, initially serving Santa Monica’s retirement community.
Scalable, Profitable Model: By starting with low-cost, human-driven robots, Coco gathered real-world data to train AI while staying profitable.
Future Vision: With growing demand and advancements in AI, Coco is poised to expand rapidly and increase automation capabilities.

To Learn More About Coco Robotics:
Website: http://www.cocodelivery.com
Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cocodelivery/

Show and Host's Socials:
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-technology/

Connect with the host - Jared S Taylor
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/

Slice of Technology is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

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#60 - Zach Rash, CEO & Co-Founder at Coco Robotics

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published about a year ago

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Join us on this week's episode of the Slice of Technology AI podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor!
Our Guest: Zach Rash, CEO & Co-Founder at Coco Robotics.

What you’ll get out of this episode:

Urban Expansion Strategy: Coco operates in cities like LA, Chicago, Miami, and Helsinki, targeting dense urban areas for robot deliveries.
AI + Human Hybrid Autonomy: Their model blends AI with human oversight to ensure consistent, reliable deliveries—even in snow or rain.
Bootstrapped Launch Amid Pandemic: Coco began during the 2020 lockdowns, initially serving Santa Monica’s retirement community.
Scalable, Profitable Model: By starting with low-cost, human-driven robots, Coco gathered real-world data to train AI while staying profitable.
Future Vision: With growing demand and advancements in AI, Coco is poised to expand rapidly and increase automation capabilities.

To Learn More About Coco Robotics:
Website: http://www.cocodelivery.com
Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cocodelivery/

Show and Host's Socials:
Slice of Technology
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-technology/

Connect with the host - Jared S Taylor
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/

Slice of Technology is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.

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#65 - Dennis Woodside, CEO at Freshworks 16:48

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Join us on this week's episode of the Slice of Technology AI podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Dennis Woodside , CEO at Freshworks. What you’ll get out of this episode: Freshworks serves the mid-market with AI-enabled IT and customer support software, offering enterprise-grade features at a fraction of the cost. AI is central to Freshworks’ growth , with products like AI Agents, Copilots, and Insight tools driving productivity and efficiency. Real-world adoption metrics include 70% deflection of queries with AI agents and a 30% boost in support productivity with copilots. Dennis Woodside emphasizes a growth mindset , encouraging teams to embrace AI and upskill for future roles. The future of interaction is agentic , making company-customer engagement faster, smarter, and more human. To Learn More About Freshworks: Website: https://www.freshworks.com/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/freshworks-inc/ Show and Host's Socials : Slice of Technology LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-technology/ Connect with the host - Jared S Taylor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/ Slice of Technology is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.…

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#64 - Dinakar Mungala, Co-Founder & CEO at Blaize 21:02

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Join us on this week's episode of the Slice of Technology AI podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Dinakar Mungala , Co-Founder & CEO at Blaize. What you’ll get out of this episode: Defining Physical AI: AI outside the data center, solving real-world problems in cities, manufacturing, and defense. Blaize’s Edge AI Advantage: Purpose-built chips with low power, latency, and an intuitive AI Studio platform. Industry Applications: AI driving efficiencies in automotive, smart cities, defense, and airport logistics. Massive Market Shift: Physical AI is the next computing platform evolution, not just a trend. Action for Innovators: Now is the time for builders to experiment and lead in the physical AI revolution. To Learn More About Blaize: Website: http://www.blaize.com Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/blaize-ai/ Show and Host's Socials : Slice of Technology LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-technology/ Connect with the host - Jared S Taylor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/ Slice of Technology is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.…

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#63 - Grant Lee, Co-Founder & CEO at Gamma 17:05

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Join us on this week's episode of the Slice of Technology AI podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Grant Lee , Co-Founder & CEO at Gamma. What you’ll get out of this episode: Grant Lee discusses Gamma’s mission to transform how ideas are shared beyond traditional slides. The evolution from PowerPoint to Gamma’s intuitive, card-based system. Insight into the company's recent high-stakes rebrand post-50M users. Why Gamma thrives on external-facing communication use cases. The role of AI models and image generators in Gamma's creative workflow. To Learn More About Gamma: Website: https://gamma.app/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gamma-app/ Show and Host's Socials : Slice of Technology LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-technology/ Connect with the host - Jared S Taylor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/ Slice of Technology is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.…

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#62 - Adrian Blair, CEO at Trustpilot 15:36

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Join us on this week's episode of the Slice of Technology AI podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Adrian Blair , CEO at Trustpilot. What you’ll get out of this episode: Trustpilot hosts over 300 million reviews, with 200,000 new ones added daily. Trust is more critical yet misunderstood—Trustpilot makes it measurable and transparent. AI helps businesses analyze millions of customer reviews for deeper insights. New product “TrustLayer” offers access to the full breadth of Trustpilot reviews via API. Trustpilot’s US expansion sees traction with major brands like Verizon and GoDaddy. To Learn More About Trustpilot: Website: https://www.trustpilot.com/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/trustpilot/ Show and Host's Socials : Slice of Technology LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-technology/ Connect with the host - Jared S Taylor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/ Slice of Technology is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.…

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#61 - Greg Fallon, CEO at Geminus 17:08

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Join us on this week's episode of the Slice of Technology AI podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Greg Fallon , CEO at Geminus. What you’ll get out of this episode: From Simulations to AI Integration : Greg Fallon’s journey from mechanical engineering to co-founding Geminus highlights a lifelong pursuit of simulating the physical world using evolving technologies. Industrial Decision-Making Reinvented : Geminus helps engineers make faster, smarter decisions by combining real and synthetic data in powerful AI models. Real-World Success in Oil & Gas : A recent deployment in the Northwestern U.S. reduced methane flaring while boosting natural gas production, showing tangible business and environmental impact. Cross-Industry Applications : Beyond oil and gas, Geminus is applying its solutions to electricity grids, satellite management, and defense sectors—wherever physics and decision complexity intersect. Scalable Enterprise Vision : Fallon outlines a future where AI models are connected across entire enterprises—and even countries—to optimize decision-making on a massive scale. To Learn More About Geminus: Website: https://www.geminus.ai/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/geminus-ai/ Show and Host's Socials : Slice of Technology LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-technology/ Connect with the host - Jared S Taylor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/ Slice of Technology is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.…

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#60 - Zach Rash, CEO & Co-Founder at Coco Robotics 19:56

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Join us on this week's episode of the Slice of Technology AI podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Zach Rash , CEO & Co-Founder at Coco Robotics. What you’ll get out of this episode: Urban Expansion Strategy : Coco operates in cities like LA, Chicago, Miami, and Helsinki, targeting dense urban areas for robot deliveries. AI + Human Hybrid Autonomy : Their model blends AI with human oversight to ensure consistent, reliable deliveries—even in snow or rain. Bootstrapped Launch Amid Pandemic : Coco began during the 2020 lockdowns, initially serving Santa Monica’s retirement community. Scalable, Profitable Model : By starting with low-cost, human-driven robots, Coco gathered real-world data to train AI while staying profitable. Future Vision : With growing demand and advancements in AI, Coco is poised to expand rapidly and increase automation capabilities. To Learn More About Coco Robotics: Website: http://www.cocodelivery.com Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cocodelivery/ Show and Host's Socials : Slice of Technology LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-technology/ Connect with the host - Jared S Taylor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/ Slice of Technology is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.…

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#59 - Alex Israel, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Metropolis 18:10

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Join us on this week's episode of the Slice of Technology AI podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Alex Israel , Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Metropolis. What you’ll get out of this episode: Innovative Go-To-Market Strategy: Metropolis scaled by acquiring traditional parking operators, enabling rapid deployment of its AI technology. Checkout-Free Commerce Everywhere: Their platform offers seamless drive-in/drive-out payments for parking, gas, and car washes—no wallet or phone needed. From Startup to Scale: Now active in 4,600+ locations and onboarding 20,000 users daily, Metropolis reaches one American every second. Vision Beyond Parking: With a recent Israeli tech acquisition, the company aims to expand AI-powered experiences into retail and international markets. Refined Perspective on AI's Future: Israel reflects on both the promise and challenges AI brings to labor markets and personalized urban living. To Learn More About Metropolis: Website: https://www.metropolis.io/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/metropolisio/ Show and Host's Socials : Slice of Technology LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-technology/ Connect with the host - Jared S Taylor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/ Slice of Technology is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.…

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#58 - Kahini Shah, Partner at Obvious Ventures 16:51

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Join us on this week's episode of the Slice of Technology AI podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Kahini Shah , Partner at Obvious Ventures. What you’ll get out of this episode: Kahini Shah’s Background : From NLP engineering to venture capital at Obvious Ventures. Obvious Ventures’ Investment Ethos : Focus on AI, healthcare, and sustainability. AI’s Role in Scientific Discovery : Generative science and AI-driven research. Future of AI Efficiency : How AI is shaping capital-efficient startups. Spotlight on Oumi : Open-source AI development and democratizing model access. To Learn More About Obvious Ventures: Website: https://obvious.com/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/obvious-ventures/ Show and Host's Socials : Slice of Technology LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-technology/ Connect with the host - Jared S Taylor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/ Slice of Technology is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.…

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#57 - Sven Gierlinger, Chief Experience Officer at Northwell Health 14:56

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Join us on this week's episode of the Slice of Technology AI podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Sven Gierlinger , Chief Experience Officer at Northwell Health. What you’ll get out of this episode: The Intersection of Hospitality and Healthcare: Sven Gierlinger, Chief Experience Officer at Northwell Health, discusses how his background in luxury hotels informs patient experience strategies. AI’s Role in Enhancing Clinician Efficiency: AI-powered ambient listening and intelligent chart summarization help doctors focus more on patients than paperwork. Building Trust in AI Tools: While clinicians initially hesitate, many find AI indispensable once they experience its benefits firsthand. Challenges and Opportunities in AI Adoption: Scaling AI solutions across large healthcare networks requires balancing efficiency with trust-building among providers and patients. To Learn More About Northwell Health: Website: http://www.northwell.edu Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/northwell-health/ Show and Host's Socials : Slice of Technology LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-technology/ Connect with the host - Jared S Taylor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/ Slice of Technology is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.…

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#56 - Nikola Mrkšić, CEO & Co-Founder at PolyAI 16:32

10 weeks ago16:32

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Join us on this week's episode of the Slice of Technology AI podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Nikola Mrkšić , CEO & Co-Founder at PolyAI. What you’ll get out of this episode: PolyAI’s Mission – Automating customer service with AI-powered voice agents for major enterprises. Latency Challenges – Balancing AI’s growing power with response speed for seamless interactions. Customer Frustration & Solutions – Replacing deflective chatbots with efficient problem-solving AI. Enterprise Adoption – Helping companies structure data for AI-driven decision-making. Future of AI in Customer Service – Enhancing automation while integrating with legacy systems. To Learn More About PolyAI: Website: https://poly.ai Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/polyai/ Show and Host's Socials : Slice of Technology LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-technology/ Connect with the host - Jared S Taylor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/ Slice of Technology is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.…

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#55 - Alexandre De Vigan, Founder & CEO at Nfinite 14:10

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Join us on this week's episode of the Slice of Technology AI podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Alexandre De Vigan , Founder & CEO at Nfinite. What you’ll get out of this episode: Alexandre De Vigan’s journey from attorney to tech entrepreneur How Nfinite is redefining product visualization in e-commerce The role of AI in spatial computing and its broader implications Challenges in scaling spatial AI technology The future of Nfinite beyond e-commerce To Learn More About Nfinite: Website: https://www.nfinite.app/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nfiniteapp Show and Host's Socials : Slice of Technology LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-technology/ Connect with the host - Jared S Taylor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/ Slice of Technology is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.…

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#54 - David Shim, Co-Founder & CEO at Read AI 19:24

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Join us on this week's episode of the Slice of Technology AI podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: David Shim , Co-Founder & CEO at Read AI. What you’ll get out of this episode: David Shim’s Journey: From founding Placed to leading Read AI, an innovative AI-powered communication tool. The Birth of Read AI: Inspired by inefficient virtual meetings, Read AI aims to streamline collaboration. Beyond Meetings: Read AI integrates with emails, Slack, and more for cross-platform summaries. AI’s Role in Contextual Understanding: How AI advancements improve transcription accuracy and actionable insights. Future of AI in Collaboration: The next phase of AI-driven efficiency and the role of Read AI in upcoming conferences. To Learn More About Read AI: Website: https://www.read.ai Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/readinc/ Show and Host's Socials : Slice of Technology LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-technology/ Connect with the host - Jared S Taylor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/ Slice of Technology is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.…

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#53 - Didem Un Ates, Founder & CEO at LotusAI 19:10

12 weeks ago19:10

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#52 - Oleg Rogynskyy, Founder & CEO at People.ai 26:27

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Join us on this week's episode of the Slice of Technology AI podcast, hosted by Jared S. Taylor! Our Guest: Oleg Rogynskyy , Founder & CEO at People.ai. What you’ll get out of this episode: Oleg Rogynskyy shares his journey from early AI innovation to founding People.ai . Insights into how AI is eliminating manual CRM data entry. Real-world example of People.ai optimizing its own sales process. The future of AI in sales and why automation is inevitable. How businesses can implement AI effectively in 90 days. To Learn More About People.ai: Website: http://www.people.ai Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/people.ai/ Show and Host's Socials : Slice of Technology LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/slice-of-technology/ Connect with the host - Jared S Taylor LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredstaylor/ Slice of Technology is produced by Slice of Media, Inc.…

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#51 - Brian Peterson, Co-Founder & CTO at Dialpad 20:20

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