{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Disruption Now","title":"Disruption Now Episode 178 | Entrepreneurship, Innovation & AI: A Conversation with Seema Alexander","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3091,"description":"In this episode of the Disruption Now podcast, host Rob Richardson engages in a dynamic conversation with Seema Alexander, a seasoned entrepreneur and business strategist. They delve into Seema's rich background, from her upbringing in an entrepreneurial immigrant family to her current roles as co-founder of Virgent AI and DC Startup & Tech Week. The discussion traverses the evolution of entrepreneurship, the pivotal role of emerging technologies like AI, and the significance of community collaboration in fostering innovation.​Three Key Takeaways for Disruptors:Embrace Emerging Technologies: Seema emphasizes entrepreneurs' need to stay abreast of technological advancements, particularly AI. She notes that the rapid pace of AI development means businesses must adapt swiftly or risk obsolescence.​Focus on Strategic Positioning: Drawing from her experience with the UNIQUE Method™, Seema highlights the importance of businesses identifying their unique value propositions to stand out in competitive markets.​Foster Community Engagement: Through her work with DC Startup & Tech Week, Seema illustrates how building and participating in entrepreneurial communities can lead to shared knowledge, resources, and opportunities for collaboration, driving collective growth and innovation.​This episode offers valuable insights into navigating the evolving landscape of entrepreneurship and the critical role of adaptability and community in achieving sustained success.Seema Alexander:Co-Chair, DC Startup & Tech WeekCo-Founder & President, Virgent AICreator, U.N.I.Q.U.E. Method™Business Podcast HostFrom Spaghetti to GrowthConnectLinkedin Book a 15-Min Founder/CEO Meeting","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/rYXh5gWS7tKnmtp0ATN8C8D2lwnEP1DXncmvc5NhYKo/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS83NTJl/MjQxNDZlY2VkY2Q3/M2EyNWQ1YmU0ZGNh/NjM3Zi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}