Not Another Bot: The Generative AI Show - Unleashing the Power of Synthetic Data in AI Training with Scott Swigart, SVP Technology Group at Shapiro+Raj

Unleashing the Power of Synthetic Data in AI Training with Scott Swigart, SVP Technology Group at Shapiro+Raj

10/17/23 • 28 min

Generative AI takes center stage, but is your enterprise still watching from the sidelines? Come on in, and let's fix that!Welcome to Not Another Bot: The Generative AI Show, where we unpack and help you understand the rapidly evolving space of conversational experiences and the technology behind it all. I’m your host, TJ, and our guest today is Scott Swigart, SVP of Technology Group at Shapiro+Raj, a marketing research and consultancy leader. Join us as we discuss the role of synthetic data in training AI models. Learn how businesses can leverage AI role-playing for market research and to gain valuable business insights. Scott also addresses challenges and potential biases, urging organizations to embrace AI and stay informed in the rapidly evolving tech landscape. Here are some touchpoints that we cover in this episode:

The role of synthetic data in training AI models
Using AI to develop buyer personas for business insights
The challenges of using AI role-playing to create customer insights
Navigating the inherent biases in AI role-playing
The future of AI and synthetic data
Data security and privacy concerns in AI

Scott has over 20 years of experience in the B2B technology sector. He leads teams to investigate and deliver insights on the latest tech trends reshaping every industry, such as generative AI, cloud services, cybersecurity, and IoT. His mission is to help clients understand and leverage the opportunities and challenges of the rapidly evolving tech landscape and to provide them with actionable recommendations and solutions for growth. Take advantage of this opportunity to learn from industry experts on implementing AI in your organization to unlock the potential of your big data.Episode Resources:

Scott Swigart on LinkedIn
Scott Swigart on Twitter
Shapiro+Raj website

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The role of synthetic data in training AI models
Using AI to develop buyer personas for business insights
The challenges of using AI role-playing to create customer insights
Navigating the inherent biases in AI role-playing
The future of AI and synthetic data
Data security and privacy concerns in AI

Scott Swigart on LinkedIn
Scott Swigart on Twitter
Shapiro+Raj website

Not Another Bot: The Generative AI Show is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

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Generative AI in Independent Publishing and Ghostwriting: Insights from James Timberlake

Generative AI takes center stage, but is your enterprise still watching from the sidelines? Come on in, and let's fix that!Welcome to Not Another Bot: The Generative AI Show, where we unpack and help you understand the rapidly evolving space of conversational experiences and the technology behind it all. I’m your host, TJ, and our guest today is James Timberlake. James is a multifaceted professional with an impressive career spanning multiple startups like Story Sherpas and Noob Studios. He is also an executive consultant at J. Galt Financial Suite. Join us as we explore the fascinating world of generative AI in independent publishing and ghostwriting. Discover how AI can streamline processes, enhance content creation, and revolutionize storytelling. Gain insights into the benefits and limitations of AI, the importance of human input, and the ethical considerations surrounding its use.Here are some touchpoints that we cover in this episode:

The potential of AI and automation in independent publishing
Challenges in integrating AI into the business model
Generative AI content: Expectation vs. Reality
Can AI models replicate the writing style and tonal quality of humans?
Limitations and challenges of AI-generated content
Challenges in maintaining ethics in AI-generated content

James is a serial founder, and as a consultant, he is focused on buying, growing, and selling Main Street businesses with untapped potential. With a rich academic background in philosophy and artificial intelligence from institutions like MIT and Yale, James brings a unique perspective to the intersection of AI, creativity, and publishing. A prolific author, AI enthusiast, and forward-thinking innovator, James isn't just riding the wave of an AI revolution in publishing. He's shaping its course.
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James Timberlake on LinkedIn
J. Galt Financial Suite website

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Part 1: Combining Empathy with AI to Enhance Customer Experience with Dr Natalie Petouhoff, AI Consultant

Welcome to Not Another Bot: The Generative AI Show, where we unpack and help you understand the rapidly evolving space of conversational experiences and the technology behind it all. I’m your host, TJ, and our guest today is Dr. Natalie Petouhoff. Natalie is a renowned business consultant in technology, business transformation, and customer and employee experience. An entrepreneurial community of business leaders, executives, and entrepreneurs.Our conversation pivots around how combining AI with human empathy can enhance customer experience. Some of the touchpoints we cover include:

The value of empathy in designing customer experiences
The importance of trust and privacy in AI interactions
The future of large language models like Chat GPT
Combining AI with human empathy to drive customer experience
Exploring the world of fully autonomous customer experience

Natalie has worn multiple hats over a 24-year career, including working with brands and CX leaders in an advisory role, as a management consultant/systems integrator, and as a technology consultant for private equity firms and investors. Her skill set includes specialization in AI, Customer/Employee Experience, Sales Enablement, and Business and Organizational Transformation. She has worked at global brands, including PWC, Hitachi Consulting, and Forrester.
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