Episode Description

With the continued advancement of machine learning models, it’s only a matter of time before we see the true value of unstructured data. In this episode, Tyler nerds out with Brian Raymond, the founder and CEO of Unstructured.IO, a software development company that’s helping businesses prepare for machine learning to start unlocking the power of their data. Brian took a non-linear career path, leaving a PhD program to work at the CIA and then the White House, followed by a humbling experience in the world of investment banking, to today where he is Founder/CEO of the machine learning startup Unstructured.io. Today, Brian tells us what needs to happen before machine learning models become mission-ready.‍

What’s Happening on the Second Front

• Tyler and Brian share their respective ego-bounding experiences 
• Building your intellectual toolkit: The value of stepping out of your area of expertise
• How Unstructured.IO aims to help companies get their data ready for machine learning
• The current pros and cons of LLM’s (large language models)
• How AI will increase productivity—discussing the prospect of job substitution
• Focus on the FACTS – Food, Art, Clothing, Technology and Shelter

Connect with Brian

• LinkedIn: Brian Raymond
• Website: Unstructured.io

Connect with Tyler

• LinkedIn: Tyler Sweatt