In this episode of our Open Tech Talks podcast, we dive deep into the world of artificial intelligence (AI) and data strategy with Gray Mabry, the co-founder and CEO of iVenture. With over two decades of leadership experience, Gray shares his insights on how AI transforms various industries, including the financial sector. As an evangelist of company culture, Gray discusses how aligning vision with core values has helped iVenture become a nationally-ranked Managed Service Provider (MSP). This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the practical applications of AI, including tools like ChatGPT, and how they can drive business success.

AI Adoption and Customer Perspectives

Our guest speaker illuminates how customers are embracing AI. He discusses whether businesses are adopting AI to solve specific problems or keep up with the trend.

The Future of AI Technology

In this episode, he offers his perspective on the future of AI technology and shares predictions on how AI will evolve and impact various sectors, especially the financial industry, where data strategy plays a crucial role.

Hiring for AI Roles

Gray discusses the qualities and skills he looks for when hiring new talent in the AI field. His experience building a strong company culture and aligning it with technical expertise provides valuable guidance for those looking to enter the AI job market.

A Day in the Life of a CEO

Listeners will get an inside look at a typical day in Gray Mabry’s life as the CEO of iVenture. He discusses his daily responsibilities and routines, offering a glimpse into the leadership strategies that have made iVenture successful.

Patterns in AI Use Cases

Gray identifies common patterns and trends in AI use cases across different industries. His experience in manufacturing, legal, healthcare, and more provides a broad view of how AI is applied to solve real-world problems.

Essential Tools for Business

Finally, Gray shares his favorite tool that he relies on to run his business effectively. His insights on the importance of this tool in the context of AI and data strategy highlight how technology can support business operations.

Episode # 139

Today’s Guest:

Gray Mabry, Co-Founder & CEO, Founder, iVenture Solutions

Gray has more than two decades of leadership experience as iVenture CEO. Since its founding in 2000, Gray has helped build iVenture into the nationally-ranked MSP it is now.

• Website: iVenture Solutions
• Twitter/X: iVenture

What Listeners Will Learn:

• Understand how customers perceive and adopt AI and whether they are using it to solve real problems or incorporate AI.

• Gain insights into the future trends and directions of AI technology

• Learn about the qualities and skills targeted when hiring new talent in the AI field.

• Discover what a typical day looks like for the CEO of a company, including daily responsibilities and routines.

• Identify common patterns and trends in AI use cases across different industries.

• Find out the one favorite tool the CEO uses to run their business effectively.

Resources:

• Pulse Podcasts
• Father-Son Duo Dive into ChatGPT: A Unique Bonding Over Tech & Life Skills