Transatlantic AI eXchange

🎄 Merry Christmas from the Transatlantic AI eXchange! 🎄 As 2024 comes to a close, we at the Transatlantic AI eXchange want to wish all of you—our partners, supporters, and community members—a joyful holiday season and a happy New Year! This year has been an inspiring journey, and we’re grateful for the opportunities to connect and collaborate with so many of you across the Atlantic. Together, we’ve made strides in fostering innovation and dialogue around AI, and we’re excited about what 2025 will bring. May your holidays be filled with peace, joy, and inspiration. We look forward to continuing this incredible journey with you in the year ahead! Warm wishes, The Transatlantic AI eXchange Team

🚨 "Why You Should Rethink a Career in UI/UX Design" Last weekend, Thomas Neubert had an eye-opening moment. His son, fresh out of college and job-hunting, had a conversation with the owner of a top design studio in San Francisco. The advice he got? 👉 "Don’t go into UI/UX design." Why? Because in the near future, AI will handle everything behind the scenes, leaving designers to… design buttons. This surprising perspective is a wake-up call for anyone considering a career in design. As AI transforms the industry, the key is to think bigger and explore creative roles that AI can't automate. Want to hear the full story with Andreas Welsch and its implications for the future of design? Tune into this clip! 🔗 Full podcast link in the comments.

🚀 AI for All: Leading Businesses into the AI Era AI isn’t just for the big players—midsize and smaller companies need to embrace it too. But what does it take to lead an organization of any size into the AI revolution? 🤔 In this podcast snippet, we discuss insights from 60+ AI leaders, exploring how businesses can purposefully adopt AI while avoiding the "shiny object" trap of jumping into tech without a strategy. 🎯 Leaders, it's all about managing expectations: Balancing external pressures with internal readiness. Shifting the conversation from "what’s trendy" to "what’s useful." Fostering awareness and dialogue to ensure AI adds real value. Catch this thought-provoking conversation with Andreas Welsch and Thomas Neubert. 🔗 Full episode link in the comments!

🚀 AI Hype vs. Hope: Where Do We Stand? Are we in the midst of AI hype, or are we stepping into a territory of genuine hope? 🤔 And why does it matter? The generative AI wave has made this tech more accessible than ever—no PhD required, just curiosity and a knack for great prompts. Yet, with every company suddenly claiming to be an "AI company," it's worth asking: how do we separate the signal from the noise? In this snippet from our latest podcast, we dive into these questions with Andreas Welsch and Host Thomas Neubert and explore why the buzz around AI is a good thing—fueling awareness and demand—while also discussing how to get hands-on with tools like ChatGPT and Anthropic’s assistant. 🔗 Check out the full episode in the comments!

🚀 New Episode Alert: AI Unplugged Without Borders 🎙️ Episode 15: A Practical Guide to Turning Technology Hype into Business Outcomes Guest: Andreas Welsch, Founder & Chief AI Strategist at Intelligence Briefing Host: Thomas Neubert In this episode, we dive deep with Andreas, author of the best-selling AI Leadership Handbook and an internationally recognized AI strategist. With insights drawn from interviews with over 60 AI leaders, Andreas shares practical guidance and real-world examples to help you: ✅ Effectively introduce AI into your organization ✅ Transform technology hype into measurable business outcomes ✅ Leverage AI to deliver true value and drive leadership in Business AI With over 23 years of experience, including global leadership roles at SAP, Andreas has empowered Fortune 500 companies to make AI actionable and impactful. 🎧 Tune in now to gain actionable insights for your AI journey - Link in the Comments!

📚 Knowledge is for Sharing As an entrepreneur, navigating the legal side of founding and scaling a startup can be complex—but it's a crucial part of success. That’s why Thomas Neubert is thrilled to be attending the ScaleUp Speaker Series led by Timothy Harris. Halfway through, we’re already seeing how valuable this knowledge is—and it’s too good not to share! 🚀 Morrison Foerster has created an incredible 10-part series that equips entrepreneurs with the tools to handle the legal challenges of launching, funding, and growing a startup. From incorporation to IPOs, the series is a masterclass in avoiding costly mistakes and setting up for success. Here are some highlights of what’s covered: ✔️ Incorporating a Startup ✔️ Intellectual Property Basics ✔️ Raising Angel Investment (Convertible Note Financings) ✔️ Venture Capital Deal Terms & Structures ✔️ Common Legal Mistakes of Entrepreneurs ✔️ Startup Equity Incentives ✔️ Selling Your Startup & IPO Readiness This free program is a must for founders and startup teams looking to scale the right way. Learn more about the Palo Alto ScaleUp Speaker Series here: https://lnkd.in/ejguqAKT For other locations, check out MoFo ScaleUp events across Austin, Boston, New York, and Palo Alto: https://lnkd.in/erMyK7Au If you’re building something big, don’t miss out on this wealth of expertise! 🌟

🌟 TAIX Spotlight: Thomas at INNOVIT - Italian Innovation and Culture Hub in San Francisco! 🌟 We’re thrilled to share that Thomas Neubert was once again at INNOVIT, working closely with a fresh cohort of innovative Italian startups and companies looking to expand into the U.S. A big thank you to Alberto Acito and Sergio Strozzi, who have created such an incredible ecosystem for cross-border innovation. Their continued support and leadership make it possible for Thomas and the broader TAIX network to engage with such energetic, forward-thinking founders. 🎯 Workshop Highlight: Thomas led an engaging session on "US Expansion: Mastering Go-to-Market Strategies - 'What's in it for blank?'", where he broke down the essentials for entering the U.S. market: ✔️ Debunking myths and common pitfalls. ✔️ Finding the perfect product-market-channel fit. ✔️ Building and scaling outreach strategies that minimize risk and maximize impact. The insights he shared—ranging from aligning value propositions to navigating opportunity costs—left the room buzzing with ideas and excitement. Thomas has been guiding ambitious founders to refine their strategies and unlock new opportunities. It’s amazing to see the energy and determination from these Italian startups as they gear up to make their mark in the U.S.! 🇮🇹🚀🇺🇸 Federico Jarach Danilo Mirabile Jacopo Naidi Leandro Agro' Lidia Schwarz Mauro Battocchi massimo carnelos

Transforming Education with AI: A Kenyan Startup’s Vision 🙌 Keyzom Ngodup Massally Thomas Neubert

🌟 Closing the year with inspiration—and gearing up for April 2025 in Seattle! 🌟 The Remarkable Women in AI (RWIAI) conference in September brought together an incredible community of innovators, thought leaders, and changemakers to celebrate the contributions of women in AI and reimagine the future of technology. This aftermovie captures the energy, passion, and meaningful connections we shared. 💬 From thought-provoking keynotes to collaborative discussions, we celebrated achievements and sparked impactful conversations about the future of AI. Thank you to everyone who made it unforgettable! 🚨 Exciting News for 2025! 🚨 The next RWIAI flagship event is set for April 24, 2025 in Seattle, co-chaired by Amazon and Northeastern University. Join us as we: ✨ Highlight the critical role of diversity in innovation ✨ Tackle AI’s ethical challenges ✨ Dive into emerging trends, best practices, and groundbreaking research This premier gathering will bring together business leaders, innovators, and emerging talent to foster an inclusive AI community while promoting real-time collaboration and meaningful partnerships. Event Co-Chairs: 👩🔬 Caroline Simard, PhD – Regional Dean, Northeastern University Silicon Valley 👨💼 Thomas Neubert – CEO, Transatlantic AI eXchange (TAIX) 👩💻 Diane Gonzalez – Vice President, Technology, Amazon 🎉 Want to get involved? If you’re interested in sponsoring this incredible event, reach out to Thomas Neubert via LinkedIn Direct Message. Let’s close this year strong and build momentum for a remarkable 2025—see you in Seattle! 🌟 Anima Anandkumar Yakaira Núñez Jennifer Durrant Rama Akkiraju Karen Myers Mallun Yen Savita Kini Terra Terwilliger Mahashweta Das Shelley J. Correll Rocket Drew Amy Jo Martin Bethany Edmunds Dawn Bloxwich Dino Anderson Katharina Borchert Eve Logunova-Parker Kelly Brieger Marcus Schuler Bill Rusitzky Paula Goldman Julie Choi Shuchi Rana Vanessa Parli Sabrina Chueh Ellis Sheila Gulati Radhika Iyengar Irina Petrakova-Otto Jaren Walker Dave Thurman Tim Bombosch, PhD Teresa Schaaf, MLS (ASCP) Jussara Oliveira Barbosa

Who Funds Global Development? Explained in 60 Seconds! 🌍💰 Keyzom Ngodup Massally Thomas Neubert