Summary
In this episode of the
Fuel Podcast, Grace Gill welcomes
Naukr.ai CEO, Ravinder Sharma, for an insightful dive into the transformative journey of data science and AI. With over fifteen years in the field, Ravinder shares his expansive career journey, spanning both U.S. coasts, India, and ultimately leading back to Northwest Arkansas, a region he calls the “epicenter of retail.”
The conversation highlights the exponential growth and rising cost of data, a challenge facing enterprises large and small. Ravinder describes Naukr.ai’s mission: democratizing data science by leveraging agentic AI workflows, turning every employee into a data scientist through simple prompts. This innovative approach has the potential to help the region’s 1700+ Walmart suppliers unlock actionable insights and make data-driven decisions faster than ever.
Additionally, Grace and Ravinder discuss the challenges companies face in reliably leveraging data and institutional knowledge. Ravinder argues that platforms like Naukr.ai, which embody continuous learning and accessibility, are the future, enabling repeatable, scalable analytics regardless of staff changes.
Moreover, this episode sheds light on the powerful mentorship and collaborative energy fostered by the Fuel Accelerator, which Ravinder credits for helping founders focus on solving real problems instead of just selling technology. For those interested in retail technology, AI innovation, or entrepreneurial journeys in unexpected places, this episode is an energizing listen!
Show Notes
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04:05) How AI is Driving Business Transformation
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09:10) Using Agentic Data Science for Retail
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14:21) Walmart’s Data-Driven Decision Making
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18:38) Hyper-Personalized Technology Expectations
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22:20) Arkansas' AI Innovation Pride
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30:01) The Fuel Accelerator Experience
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34:15) Tech Integration Partnerships
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