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The Future Of

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In each episode of The Future Of... we’ll talk about the future with experts from different industries, markets, and technology verticals. For example, we’ll discuss the future of robotics, the metaverse, space travel, cars, construction, work, transportation, voting, gas stations, buildings, education, and so much more. Through authentic conversations with visionaries who are pushing the boundaries, we can not only understand, but predict what will be, and learn how we might stay fresh and ...
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In this episode of The Future Of, host Jeff Dance is joined by Johnny Rodriguez and Charlie Kurian to discuss the future of fan engagement in the sports industry. The conversation explores how emerging technologies like AI, AR, and VR are shaping the way fans interact with their favorite sports and teams, creating a more personalized and immersive …
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In this episode of The Future Of, Alex Foessel, Managing Partner at Balanced Engineering, joins host Jeff Dance to discuss the future of agriculture. They explore the role of robotics, autonomous machines, satellite connectivity, and generative AI in enhancing agricultural operations and feeding the increasing population. Additionally, Alex dives i…
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In this episode of The Future Of, Theresa Jones, CEO at Evalv IT and Principal Consultant for Evalv IQ, joins host Jeff Dance to discuss the future of cybersecurity. They discuss the importance of cybersecurity in all aspects of life, from personal devices to critical infrastructures, the challenges faced by small businesses and governments in impl…
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In this episode of The Future Of, Dr. Ronen Dar, Co-Founder and CTO of Run:ai, joins host Jeff Dance to discuss the future of AI chips. They dive into the increasing demand and the importance of optimizing GPU usage. They also share his insights on the future of specialized chips for specific AI workloads, the ethical considerations in AI, and upco…
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In this episode of The Future Of, Dr. Michael Housman, CEO and Founder of AI-ccelerator, and Fernando Luege, Chief Technology Officer at Grupo Financiero Base, join host Jeff Dance to discuss the future of AI in FinTech. They explore the FinTech evolution in the new AI-driven era, how generative AI unlocks new horizons in FinTech innovation, and ho…
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In this episode of The Future Of, Cary Davis, President and CEO of the American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA), joins host Jeff Dance to discuss the future of port infrastructure, policy, and finance. They discuss the challenges of investing in future-proof infrastructure, the importance of decarbonizing port operations, and the role of tec…
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In this episode of The Future Of, host Jeff Dance explores the future of ports with three industry leaders: Paul Matthews, CEO of the Port of South Louisiana; Kristin Decas, Port Director and CEO of the Port of Hueneme; and Shaun Kjar, Director of the Inland Port in Utah. Together, they discuss the challenges and opportunities in the port industry,…
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In this episode of The Future Of, Randal Quarles, Executive Chairman at The Cynosure Group, joins host Jeff Dance to discuss the future of money. They unveil the role of the Federal Reserve, the impact of cryptocurrency on the market, and the importance of FinTech in making the financial system more efficient. They Cover: 00:00 - The Future Of Podc…
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In this episode of The Future Of, Daniel Rosenstein, Group Product Manager of Advanced Autonomy and Applied Robotics at Microsoft, joins host Jeff Dance to discuss the future of generative AI in robotics. They share the importance of generative AI in robotics, particularly the integration of visual libraries and video analysis, how generative AI en…
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In this episode of The Future Of, Keenan Wyrobek, Co-Founder, CTO, and Product Architect of Zipline, joins host Jeff Dance to discuss the future of drone delivery. They unveil the current state of the industry, the most recent developments in drone delivery, how Zipline became the market's leader, and some of the biggest opportunities drone deliver…
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In this episode of The Future Of, Gabby Everett, Director of Business Operations and Strategy at BioLabs Pegasus Park, and Claire Aldridge, Chief Strategy Officer at Form Bio, join host Jeff Dance to discuss the future of biotech. They unveil the advancements, challenges, and ethical considerations in the biotech industry. Discover the potential of…
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In this episode of The Future Of, Sean McDowell, Senior Vice President of Design and Innovation at MillerKnoll; Jim Kalbach, Chief Evangelist at Mural; and Rich Knepprath, Creative Director at Fresh Consulting, join host Jeff Dance to discuss the future of collaboration. They dive into best practices for effective hybrid workplace collaboration, to…
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In this episode of The Future Of, Caleb Osborne, Director of Product Development at Asensus Surgical, joins Jeff Dance to discuss the future of robotic surgery. They unveil the types of robots involved in surgeries today, the newest developments in surgical robotics, and the surgeries robots are already doing. They Cover: [05:20] - As a smaller and…
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In this episode of The Future Of, Nathan Bivans, Chief Technology Officer at Fort Robotics, joins Jeff Dance to dive into the future of robotic safety, including ethical concerns, generative AI's impact on robotics, and how to ensure that robotics safety regulations accommodate rapid technological advancements without compromising human safety and …
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In this episode of The Future Of, Jeff Burnstein, President of Association for Advancing Automation, and Aaron Prather, Director of Robotics and Autonomous Systems Program at ASTM International, join Jeff Dance to discuss the future of human-robot integration. They cover topics such as job displacement fears, the importance of standards and safety,…
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In this episode of "The Future Of", Jeff Dance is joined by Jaume Sanpera, the founder of Sateliot, as they delve into the future of satellite internet access and the transformative potential of IoT devices across various industries. They Cover: [00:50] The Future of Satellite Internet: The discussion revolves around the future of satellite interne…
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Lori MacVittie, Distinguished Engineer at F5, joins Jeff Dance to delve into the future of cloud computing, specifically, the benefits of the technology, the current state of the cloud, and how businesses can create more value from the cloud in the future. With insights from Duncan Epping, Chief Technologist Cloud Infrastructure at VMware, and Rand…
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Mateusz Sadowski, Robotics and Drone Consultant at M.Sadowski Consulting, and Mike Oitzman, Founder of Mobile Robot Guide, join Jeff Dance to discuss the potential of Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) to replace dangerous and monotonous jobs that don't fit with humans. They also dive into the exponential growth of AMRs in the market due to cost reduc…
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Johnny Rodriguez, Director of Strategic Innovation at Fresh Consulting, Elisha Terada, Technical Innovation Director at Fresh Consulting, and Linus Ekenstam, Co-founder and Designer of Sensive, join Jeff Dance to discuss the future of generative AI. They explore how generative AI differs from other types, some of its most promising applications tod…
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Dr. David Leonardi, Founder of the Leonardi Institute, joins Jeff Dance to discuss the future of aging, including approaches to prevent and reverse age-related diseases, the difference between aging and vitality, and lifestyle habits to slow the aging process. They Cover: [00:06:56] The scientific aspect of aging involves changes in DNA and the epi…
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Micah Willbrand, Chief Product Officer and VP of Enterprise at NEC Corporation of America joins Jeff Dance to discuss the future of advanced biometrics, including some common types of advanced biometrics currently in use, main ethical concerns, and how advanced biometrics will evolve in the next ten or twenty years. They Cover: [00:03:07] Micah is …
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Carlos Sentís, Founder and CEO of World Innovation Alliance, Dr. Brian Jackson, an Associate Professor of Pathology at the University of Utah, Malinda Elien, Senior Technical Project Manager at Fresh Consulting, Dr. Biju Mohandas, Partner and Global Co-Lead of the Healthcare Investment Team at LeapFrog Investments, Marc Kuperstein, Managing Directo…
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Mike Ouren, Cobot Guru and OEM Manager at Thermo Fisher Scientific, and founder of Kevin Robot, joins Jeff Dance to discuss the potential of cobotics, current applications, advances in software and technology which make them safe to work alongside humans, as well as their potential impact on the future job market. They Cover: [00:05:52] A cobot is …
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Previous guests include: Gurdeep Pall of Microsoft, Carolyn Belle of Astroscale, Kane Simms of VUX World, Rogger Kibbe of Samsung Research America, Rob Tiffany of Sustainable Logix, Katrina Stevens of Tech Interactive, Check out our 3 most downloaded episodes: The Future of the Metaverse The Future of Construction The Future of Generative AI…
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Robotics is the discipline of engineering that deals with the idea, design, building, operation, application, and usage of robots. Robots are incredibly adaptable devices, as proven by the great variety of forms and functions they can perform. I think is near and dear to a lot of our hearts is robotics and automation are augmenting human labor and …
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Amanda Marrs, Sr. Director at AMP Robotics, reveals how AMP is developing high-tech waste recycling solutions to help create a more sustainable future. Jeff and Amanda take a glimpse at the waste recycling industry—touching on everything from the process of recycling materials and promising technology to international trends and logistical challeng…
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In this episode of The Future of, Jane Stricker, Executive Director of Houston Energy Transition Initiative and SVP of Energy Transition for Greater Houston Partnership, joins Jeff to discuss the transition towards clean energy to meet the zero net emission goal of 2050. Jane shares her insight on the challenges and the new opportunities driving th…
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In this episode of The Future of, Jakob Nielsen, Ph.D., seminal UX practitioner and co-founder of Nielsen Norman Group, and the multitalented Marc Wallace, UX Director at Fresh Consulting, join Jeff to discuss the history of UX, the present state of affairs, and future trends that will shape the field in the next 30 years. They cover: [00:14:56] In…
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In this episode of The Future Of, Venessa de Lisle, Senior UX Designer at Fresh Consulting, Matt Schoenholz, Founder of Tandem Vans, and Sujatha Isabelle Moraes, Independent Creative Director & Design Strategist, join Jeff Dance to explore the future and benefits of inclusive design and how to design with more meaning and intent. They cover: [00:10…
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In this episode of The Future Of, Jeff is joined by Jonathan Hurst, Co-founder & CTO at Agility Robotics, and James Dietrich, Robotics Solutions Director at Fresh Consulting and Grace Brown, Co-Founder of Andromeda to discuss human-centric robots and the demand for robots in today's world. They cover: [00:07:44] It's an enabling technology if you c…
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One of the key themes of every episode is theorizing what each industry covered will look like 10 to 20 years from now. In this episode, we compiled those captivating predictions of the future into one episode. This collection is just a sample of some of those theories that brilliant minds have shared with us here on The Future Of. Be sure to follo…
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In this episode of The Future Of, Jeff is joined by Carolyn Belle, Director of Advanced Systems for Astroscale, and Andrew Maximov, CEO and Founder of Precious Payload, and Adrian Mangiuca, Vice President of Infrastructure at Voyager Space Holdings, to discuss the opportunities of building a sustainable and successful space economy. They cover: [00…
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How we interact with technology has changed significantly over the last several years. Immersive technology has flourished since the COVID-19 pandemic as more workplace sectors opt for safer working, learning, and development practices. It is possible to improve how computers, people, things, and their environments interact with one another by usin…
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Retail is the process of selling goods or services to a consumer. Retail sales can be made directly to customers or via retail outlets. Recently, retail innovation has accelerated to a level never witnessed before. Due to the epidemic, retailers have developed a greater capacity for adaptability, creativity, and innovation. To understand the future…
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Conversation or voice AI is an artificial intelligence tech that enables people to interact with various advanced chatbots as they would do with other humans. The technology itself is relatively new, but the progress in its adoption and implementation has been significant. Conversational AI is rapidly improving and is shifting towards B2B, as there…
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The "Internet of Things" (IoT) refers to the practice of connecting real-world devices to the internet in order to gather information about such objects. Many folks have the misconception that it started happening all of a sudden. Over the course of many years, a number of companies have been focusing their efforts on enhancing it in some way. The …
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Very often, the terms "automated" and "autonomous" are used interchangeably, and while they're similar, they're not the same. While automated systems are run based on ML and AI and restricted to specific parameters within which they can work, autonomous systems also use ML and AI but are more adaptive and learn within dynamic environments. Autonomo…
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As they evolve over the centuries, there is a lot of marked competition between gas stations and convenience stores. Their owners have devised strategies to ensure their continued existence in the face of a hostile environment. The discussion delves into the innovation happening within the car industry and how the future of convenience stores and g…
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In this episode of The Future Of… Jeff is joined by Katrina Stevens, President and CEO at The Tech Interactive. We examine the current state of education, its future direction, and the ways in which technology can enhance human learning. Plus, we hear insights from Dr. Alex Young, Founder of Virti. Sujeeth Kanuganti, Founder/CEO of AspectO and and …
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The primary means of voting in the USA for many years was through paper ballots. In the late 1800s, this changed as automation was encouraged to count votes. In 2000, the US used voting machines during the electoral process through computer-assisted technology but encountered a voting dilemma the same year. Afterward, purely electronic devices were…
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In this episode of The Future Of… Jeff is joined by Sean Busby from Barry-Wehmiller Design Group, Marco Micheletti, Director of Automation at Fresh Consulting, & Jeffrey Gueble, Automation Director at Fresh Consulting. They cover: The meaning and current state of industrial automation What automation means to Sean, Marco, and Jeffrey Current trends…
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Office spaces are not just places built for people to sit in and work for eight hours every day for a monthly paycheck—they are more than that. Offices play a major role in the psyche and productivity of employees. The architecture or structural design of a workplace does a lot in determining employees’ job satisfaction, levels of inspiration, and …
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Joining us this week to explore this topic is Dudley Nevill-Spencer, Head of Research and Virtual Human Development at Virtual Influencer Agency. He founded the world’s first Virtual Influencer Avatar and Metaverse marketing agency. He’s also the Head of Research and Technology Director at Live & Breathe creative agency. Also in this episode is Joh…
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Joining us this week to explore this topic is Eric Klein, Partner at Lemnos, a hardware and software expert who has been an advisor to over 100 companies and built well-known products such as the Macintosh Powerbooks, first power PC Max, and the original Palm Pilot at Palm to name a few. Also here is Mitch Tolson, Director of Robotics at Fresh Cons…
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Through authentic conversations with visionaries who are pushing the boundaries, we can not only understand, but predict what will be, and learn how we might stay fresh and shape the future human experience together, for good. Previous guests include: Gurdeep Pall of Microsoft, Carolyn Belle of Astroscale, Kane Simms of VUX World, Rogger Kibbe of S…
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