Cleve Adams, known as the "Godfather of SaaS," is a visionary in the tech industry with an extensive record of building and scaling high-tech companies. Over his career, he has led eight companies through successful M&A exits, co-founded a Forbes-ranked promising company, and guided Forcepoint (formerly Websense) from inception to a $1 billion IPO. Recognized among the Top 50 Non-Technical Founders, he has raised over $300 million in capital and built a global sales network in 82 countries, establishing himself as a powerful force in SaaS, cybersecurity, and mobile security.

As an award-winning VC-backed CEO, Adams has taken multiple companies from pre-revenue to billion-dollar valuations, including selling Websense to Raytheon for $2 billion. His leadership achievements extend beyond corporate success to influence through speaking engagements at institutions like Harvard and Amazon. Featured in prominent publications like Cyberminds and Right Leader – Right Time, Cleve Adams remains a sought-after expert, shaping the future of tech and business strategy.

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In this interview, Cleve Adams shares insights on entrepreneurship and the evolving tech landscape. Known as the "godfather of SaaS," Cleve's journey began with co-founding Websense, which he led to a billion-dollar IPO, cementing his legacy in cybersecurity and SaaS innovation.

Cleve highlights the importance of perseverance and risk-taking, encouraging aspiring entrepreneurs to "just do it" and not let fear hold them back. He also speaks on the transformative potential of AI and machine learning, viewing these technologies as tools for enhancing productivity across industries, including healthcare. Cleve’s message is clear: embrace technology, take bold steps, and keep innovating.

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Key Takeaways:

• Embracing Risk and Perseverance
• Harnessing the Power of AI
• Innovation as a Continuous Journey

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Links & Resources:

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/cleveadams/

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Livi Redden is an acclaimed mentor to teens and young adults. Her mission is to equip the next generation to be happy, resilient, and successful.

Through her podcasts, speaking engagements, and social media content, Livi has taught emotional and life skills to 60M+ people. In 2022, Livi published her first book, 'The Sooner You Know, The Better," a witty and vulnerable personal development book for young adults.

Livi's podcast 'Today is the Future' has helped young listeners in 100+ countries and features practical advice from world class mentors. She appears regularly in media outlets, including Barstool Sports and Build a Bear Radio.

In 2023, Livi delivered her TEDx Talk "What No One Tells You About Your Twenties," which has amassed 1.2M+ views.

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In this interview, Livi Redden, a youth empowerment advocate, discusses helping teenagers and young adults align their actions with their core values. She emphasizes that personal growth comes from syncing priorities with values to create a balanced life.

Livi stresses the importance of emotional and mental education, believing that closing this gap can significantly impact individual and community well-being. She also encourages parents to use curiosity and intuition in raising their children, adapting to their unique needs rather than following societal norms.

Livi's personal journey of overcoming emotional numbness inspires her advocacy for young people, ensuring their voices are heard in mental health discussions.

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Key Takeaways:

• Aligning actions with core values fosters personal harmony.
• Emotional and mental education is vital for well-being.
• Parenting with curiosity enhances connection with children.
• Overcoming emotional numbness can lead to greater self-discovery.

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Links & Resources:

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Visit Livi's Website

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Lori Mazor, CEO & Founder SYNTHETIVITY
I teach AI with a Human Touch™

Lori, a pioneering force in Generative AI and creativity, is the CEO and Founder of SYNTHETIVITY, revolutionizing executive education. She has educated over 5000 individuals on AI applications through innovative curricula and signature corporate training programs.

Lori's expertise has been sought after by prestigious institutions such as Fordham, NYU, RIT, the United Nations. Her book, "TEMPERATURE: Creativity in the Age of AI," debuted at #1 in the Human-Machine Interaction category on Amazon.

Through her "Humans of AI" newsletter on LinkedIn, Lori fosters a community of professionals interested in AI's impact on society and creativity. Her multidisciplinary approach, with degrees from Yale, NYU Stern, and Wellesley College, has been recognized with her recent honor at the ASU-GSV Air Show as a Women Leading the AI Revolution in EDU in 2024.

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In this insightful episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Lori Mazer, an AI expert passionate about connecting technology and the human experience. Lori’s unique journey into AI reveals the profound potential of these technologies to enhance human creativity and connection.

Lori discusses the concept of "temperature" in AI, a parameter that introduces randomness to spark new avenues of creativity, from art and music to problem-solving. She also demystifies creativity, emphasizing that it's not exclusive to artists or "right-brain thinkers" but is a universal human ability.

Her mission is to empower individuals, especially those later in their careers, to embrace AI’s potential for personal and professional growth. Lori's observations highlight the need for adaptability and curiosity, no matter your age.

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Key Takeaways:

• AI can enhance creativity and human connection.
• The idea that creativity is a universal trait, not limited to the arts.
• How to embrace discomfort to unlock personal growth and adaptability.
• How AI can empower people in the latter stages of their careers, helping them unlock creative potential and remain adaptable in a rapidly changing world

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Links & Resources:

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Visit Lori's Website
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