AI & Technology Founders

PowerTalk Conversations from BusinessTalksWeekly

On BusinessTalksWeekly’s PowerTalk Show, we’ve hosted founders building the future of AI across industries — from drug discovery to legal tech to real-estate investing, from enterprise software to creator tools. These conversations go beyond the hype cycle to the operational reality: what actually works, what’s broken in the current tooling, and where the next decade of AI in business is actually heading.

Below are the full interviews. Each one is a 30–45 minute conversation with a founder or operator who is building something specific — no panel discussions, no generic futurism. If you’re working on AI yourself, or deciding which AI-era companies to back, start here.

Featured Conversations

Chris Carter - AppRoyo

Beyond the Hype: Chris Carter on SAP, AI Speed

On the "just do it" mentality in enterprise AI and why speed of execution beats perfect architecture.

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Unlocking the Future: Itay Haber on AI Transformation

What real AI transformation looks like inside a data intelligence company — and the operational changes no one talks about.

PortfolioPilot.com - Alex

Alex Harmsen on AI-Driven Investing

How Portfolio Pilot uses AI to personalize retail investing — and what the major brokerages still get wrong.

All AI & Technology Conversations

Chris Carter - AppRoyo

Beyond the Hype: Chris Carter on SAP, AI Speed, and the “Just Do It” Mentality

Kickstarting Season 2 (2026) of The PowerTalk Show, host Navin Shetty sits down with a titan of the tech industry: Chris Carter. As a four-time best-selling author and the visionary founder of AppRoyo, Mugatu AI, and Charging Bunny, Chris brings nearly four decades of insight—from the days of the Commodore VIC-20 to the cutting edge of Generative AI and solar-powered EV charging.

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How James Lang Turned Setbacks into Success in the AI Landscape

In this episode of The Power Talk Show, host Navin Shetty engages with James Lang, a seasoned leader and Managing Partner at OverLang Venture Partners. Join us as we delve into the intricacies of his journey from freelance writing to scaling MedTech startups and now spearheading initiatives in the AI realm.

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Itay-Haber-Datanoetic

Unlocking the Future: Itay Haber on Leading AI Transformation at Datanoetic

In this enlightening episode of The PowerTalk Show, we sit down with Itay Haber, CEO of Datanoetic, a pioneer in leveraging AI for enterprise optimization. With over 20 years of leadership experience across cloud computing, AI, and enterprise software, Itay’s insights bridge the gap between technology and business, offering a clear pathway for organizations looking to thrive in a digitized world.

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Hamza Ali - Olostep

From Italy to Silicon Valley—How a Med Student Is Building the Browser for AI

In this episode, we were joined by Hamza Ali, the co-founder of Olostep. Hamza’s story is a testament to the power of a great idea and sheer determination. He grew up in northern Italy and was a medical student before taking a pause to build a company with his brother, a computer science student at Stanford. Their startup journey took an unexpected turn when a chance meeting with an investor in San Francisco led to a funding offer and a permanent relocation to the heart of the tech world.

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Angshuman-Rudra

How AI is Revolutionizing MarTech—An Insider’s Guide to Data and Automation

In this conversation, Angshuman Rudra, a seasoned professional in the marketing technology industry, discusses the evolution and unique offerings of TapClicks. He emphasizes the importance of data insights for businesses, particularly smaller ones, and how TapClicks aims to simplify marketing operations through its platform. The discussion also delves into the role of AI in marketing automation, the challenges faced in data management, and the key lessons learned in building a successful tech company.

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From Code to CEO—How Ndevr is Building Digital Solutions for a Healthier World

In this episode, we were joined by Meeky Hwang, the CEO and co-founder of Ndevr, a digital solution development agency that helps health and wellness brands build scalable and high-performing digital platforms. With over two decades of experience, Meeky has a deep understanding of the technical side of the web, and she’s using that expertise to help growth-stage companies thrive online.

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Why You Can’t Trust AI with Your Legal Documents — Salvador Ordorica on Global Communication and The Spanish Group

In this illuminating episode, we hosted Salvador Ordorica, the CEO and Founder of The Spanish Group, a global language translation and localization company. Salvador’s professional background is deeply rooted in a passion for languages and international culture, a passion that led him to establish a company in response to the underserved translation needs in the United States.

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From Google to Drug Discovery – How Pauling.AI is Revolutionizing Biotech with AI Agents

In this fascinating episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Javier Tordable, the CEO and Co-Founder of Pauling.AI. Javier’s professional journey is a compelling one, with a deep background in computer science and mathematics that led him to spend 16 years at Google. It was during his last role there, working with life sciences companies, that he recognized a critical opportunity: using technology to make the process of creating new medicines more efficient.

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Brandon Woodward - Managing Partner

How Brandon Woodward is Redefining Modern Law with AI, Strategy, and Empathy

In a candid Power Talk episode, Brandon Woodward, Managing Partner of Woodward, Kelley, Fulton & Kaplan, opens up about his journey from a chemistry dropout to becoming one of Florida’s most sought-after business attorneys. With a mix of humor, legal wisdom, and entrepreneurial insight, Brandon shares what it truly means to scale a law firm, embrace legal tech like AI, and become a legal advisor who builds value rather than conflict.

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PortfolioPilot.com - Alex

How Alex Harmsen’s Portfolio Pilot Is Redefining AI-Driven Investing

Imagine having a financial advisor that’s always available, completely unbiased, charges a fraction of the cost—and learns from you over time. That’s exactly what Alex Harmsen, founder of Portfolio Pilot, set out to build. On the latest episode of Power Talk, we speak to the serial entrepreneur about his vision to revolutionize wealth management using artificial intelligence—and why the traditional 1% advisor model is long overdue for disruption.

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Mooly Beeri, the Founder & CEO of BetterSoftware.dev

Revolutionizing Software Development: Insights from Mooly Beeri, BetterSoftware.dev

In this episode of The PowerTalk Show, we sit down with Mooly Beeri, the Founder & CEO of BetterSoftware.dev. With over 25 years of experience in the software industry, including impactful roles at Microsoft, Philips, and large automotive giants, Mooly brings a wealth of knowledge about software excellence, process optimization, and the future of software development with AI integration.

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About The PowerTalk Show

The PowerTalk Show is BusinessTalksWeekly’s long-form interview series with founders, operators, and thinkers building the future of business. Hosted by Navin Shetty, each episode is a focused conversation with one guest — no panels, no promotional fluff, just honest discussion of what’s actually working.

New conversations publish every Friday. If you’re a founder with a story worth telling, pitch us to be on the show →