In this captivating episode of the Tech Optimist, host Mike Collins engages in insightful discussions with pioneers who are not just thinking about the future, but actively shaping it. The first segment features Adam Oliner, CEO of Graft, who shares how AI is transforming practical business solutions. The conversation continues with Adrian Corless, CEO of CarbonCapture, discussing the impactful work his company is doing to combat climate change by removing carbon from the atmosphere. Finally, we explore diversity in AI and venture capital with Sophia Zhao, highlighting the strides women are making in these fields.

To Learn More:

-- Alumni Ventures (AV): www.av.vc
-- AV LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/alumniventures
-- AV AI Fund: www.av.vc/AIRobotics
-- AV Deep Tech Fund: www.av.vc/DeepTech
-- AV Women's Fund: www.av.vc/Womens
-- Graft: www.graft.com
-- CarbonCapture: www.carboncapture.com
-- Tech Optimist: www.techoptimist.vc


Speakers:

-- Mike Collins - Host - www.linkedin.com/in/mike-collins-362100
-- Adam Oliner - Guest - www.linkedin.com/in/ajoliner
-- Adrian Corless - Guest - www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-corless-674b0785
-- Sophia Zhao - Guest - www.linkedin.com/in/sophiazhao


Chapters:

• (00:00) - Intro
• (02:52) - Graft
• (28:56) - Carbon Capture
• (47:18) - Women in AI
• (01:07:34) - Closing

Legal Disclosure:

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