Building The Base
The ultimate podcast at the nexus of entrepreneurship, innovation, technology, and our National Security
Decision Intelligence and AI
In this episode of Building the Base, Lauren Bedula and Hondo Geurts
chat with Paul Breitenbach, co-founder of Priceline and founder of R4, a
company focused on AI technology.
Paul shares his journey from being a
musician in New Jersey to a successful tech entrepreneur, highlighting
his unconventional path into computer science. He emphasizes the
importance of team culture and strategy in driving success, drawing
parallels between the internet era and the current AI revolution.
Paul
discusses R4's transition from commercial to government contracts,
particularly in the defense sector, and the challenges and opportunities
it presents. Paul also addresses common misconceptions
about AI, emphasizing problem definition over data accumulation and the
role of human expertise in conjunction with AI technology
Adapting to Change
In this episode of Building The Base our Host Lauren Bedula
and Hondo Geurts dive into a compelling conversation with Nilooofar Razi Howe,
a prominent investor, executive, and entrepreneur.
Niloo shares her remarkable journey from navigating
revolutions as a child to becoming deeply involved in cybersecurity and
technology innovation, particularly at the intersection of the private sector
and the US government.
We chat about the evolving landscape of national security,
the importance of collaboration between government and the private sector, the
critical role of technology in addressing modern threats, talent development,
cultural shifts, and the future of innovation.
In this episode of Building The Base our Host Lauren Bedula and Hondo Geurts dive into a compelling conversation with Nilooofar Razi Howe, a prominent investor, executive, and entrepreneur.
Niloo shares her remarkable journey from navigating revolutions as a child to becoming deeply involved in cybersecurity and technology innovation, particularly at the intersection of the private sector and the US government.
We chat about the evolving landscape of national security, the importance of collaboration between government and the private sector, the critical role of technology in addressing modern threats, talent development, cultural shifts, and the future of innovation.
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One of a kind!
An amazing dialogue with some of the most interesting guests in technology and national security. A must listen for entrepreneurs, innovators, government leaders, and anyone who wants to learn more about how technology will impact our future security and prosperity
Best Podcast re: NatSec / Defense tech innovation
Lauren & Hondo co-host the best Podcast that I’ve been exposed to re: National Security & Defense technology innovation (and Gov / Defense acquisition reform). Well done Lauren, Hondo, all the Podcast guests, and Business Executives for National Security (BENS) for producing this valuable series.
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The hosts do a excellent job of bringing important topics in national security and technology to the forefront, in both an interesting and informative way. Keep it coming.
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