INVESTING IN AI
ROB MAY, Half court ventures
"I think it's important to get out there early and be part of that market transition, but you have to be careful about how long it might take to monetize." - Rob May
Started Backupify, Talla, Dianthus, and BrandGuard. Some big wins and some big failures. University of Kentucky grad and huge Wildcats fan. GP at PJC for a while, now a Partner at Half Court Ventures, a fund that focuses on AI.
Co Founder at the AI Innovators Community https://ai-innovators.com/
I also write the Investing In AI newsletter at investinginai.substack.com and am an angel in 100+ early stage companies, mostly AI companies. Please don't contact me about anything crypto or blockchain
RESPONSIBLE AI Innovation Unleashed
STARTUP GRIND
Victoria Albrecht is the CEO of SpringbokAI, where she empowers law firms to build Generative AI products that enhance AFA profitability, diversify revenue, attract new clients, and establish a defensible business.
Jonathan Gilmore is the CEO of Ai8, a commercial AI lab that specializes in solving the challenges of human-machine teaming. With a deep passion for exploring the intricate relationship between people and technology, Jonathan is dedicated to understanding and shaping the impact of AI and automation on culture, society, and the future of work.
The Art of Algorithms: Thriving in the age of Creative AI
DOMUS ACADEMY MILANO
LLM Governance, Risk & Compliance
2021.ai
Generative IP & Synthetic Media
AI Implementation Analyst
The Age of fashion Ai
e2 Networks
TESTIMONIALS
Shruthi Suresh, Visual Brand Designer
I thoroughly enjoyed her talk on the topic of AI Ethics & Generative AI. She presented us with a highly informative and in-depth perspective on various industries that AI is currently disrupting including Fashion, architecture, packaging, visual merchandising, and content generation. We were able to understand the implications of AI, both the pros and the cons of it, and reflect on our standpoint as creative professionals. I look forward to attending more thought-provoking talks with Francesa.
Ketan Varia, kinetik solutions limited
Franki has a well rounded view on all the nuances of Artificial Intelligence. From attending her AI events it’s clear that she has a great understanding of the compliance and ethical challenges in implementing AI.
She is a great communicator and pro-active in relationship building and knowledge sharing.
Franki would make a great contribution to any AI team particularly in ensuring joined up thinking across multiple aspects when implementing AI.
Boris Agatov, Innovative retail adviser. Concept Store 4.0
Her presentation was not only extremely informative, but also stood out for its expertise and charm. Her knowledge and experience in this field undoubtedly enriched the event, providing valuable insights and new ideas to the conference participants. Her ability to deeply engage with complex topics while remaining accessible and appealing to the audience deserves special admiration.
VALENTINA DIACO, WKND
I wholeheartedly recommend Franki for her expertise and professionalism in the field of AI, New tech, and business Strategy. During our discussion, Franki provided valuable, constructive feedback that showcased her deep knowledge in the domain. If you're looking for an AI consultant who goes above and beyond to provide top-notch insights and solutions, Franki is the one to call.
Harry Schone, POLICE SCOTLAND
I saw Franki give a fascinating presentation at Data Summit in Edinburgh, showing how many topics and industries that I had thought disparate are already overlapping due to generative AI. She provided an engaging glimpse into the near future, where interconnected and hyper-personalised content is set to transform how we interact with movies, advertisements and gaming.
RECENT PUBLICATIONS
AI GOVERNANCE
As AI and data technologies advance, organizations face complex risks, regulations, and ethical challenges. "Manage AI & Data Risk: Effective Strategies for Governing Information, Data & Artificial Intelligence" serves as a comprehensive guide for leaders, professionals, and policymakers to navigate AI's challenges while maintaining ethical and compliant data governance.
The book starts by explaining the fundamentals of AI, from machine learning to the evolving AI tech stack, offering readers insights into the development of AI and data science. It then explores the risks posed by AI systems and compares various global ethical frameworks for trustworthy AI use.
With a focus on regulatory landscapes like the EU's GDPR and the emerging EU AI Act, the guide provides an in-depth look at AI risk management frameworks to ensure compliance with current and future laws. It also breaks down the AI life cycle, offering practical insights on structuring, testing, and validating AI projects.
Actionable strategies are provided for responsible AI governance, including integrating AI risk management with operational risk strategies, establishing governance infrastructure, managing post-deployment systems, and addressing legal and auditing challenges.
"Manage AI & Data Risk" equips organizations to govern AI and data systems effectively, mitigate risks, ensure compliance, and build stakeholder trust—making it essential for business leaders, data scientists, risk managers, and policymakers.
LARGE LANGUAGE MODELS
Beyond Words a comprehensive exploration of Large Language Models (LLMs), delving into their development, architecture, applications, and the broader implications of their use. This book is designed for both newcomers and seasoned professionals interested in understanding the transformative impact of LLMs on various fields.
Key Features:
Introduction to LLMs
Core Principles and Architectures
Performance and Capabilities
Training and Fine-tuning
Key Challenges and Limitations
Future Directions and Trends
Beyond Words is a must-read for anyone looking to understand the nuances of Large Language Models and their profound implications for the future of artificial intelligence and its applications.
CONVERSATIONAL E-COMMERCE
AI-Powered Commerce: Revolutionizing Product Recommendations with LLMs and RAG provides executives with the blueprint to harness the transformative power of Large Language Models (LLMs) and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) to revolutionize how products are recommended to customers in real-time, leading to substantial growth in revenue, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency.
Key takeaways include:
Understanding how LLMs and RAG can revolutionize product recommendations.
Building AI-powered conversational systems that scale across platforms.
Real-world case studies demonstrating successful AI implementation in e-commerce.
Strategies for overcoming technical, operational, and compliance challenges.
How to maximize business growth through AI-driven customer engagement and personalization.
CONVERSATIONAL E-COMMERCE
Ethical Data Harvesting for Customer Data Platforms: Unlocking the Power of Bidirectional Conversational AI, explores the intersection of AI technology, ethical data practices, and regulatory compliance. It emphasizes the importance of designing secure, scalable, and compliant AI-driven interactions that enhance real-time insights and personalization while prioritizing user trust and transparency.
Key takeaways include:
Importance of Ethical Practices: Organizations must prioritize ethical data harvesting practices to build trust and ensure compliance with regulations while leveraging AI technologies in customer interactions.
Understanding Regulatory Compliance: Familiarity with regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, and COPPA is crucial for organizations to navigate legal obligations and protect user data rights.
Transparency and Trust: Clear communication regarding data collection, AI capabilities, and the nature of interactions with virtual avatars is essential for fostering customer trust.
User Empowerment: Providing customers with control over their data, including consent management and the right to access and delete information, enhances their confidence in engaging with AI systems.