Ben Weiss: Building the Future of Sneakers with AI

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Ben Weiss is building the future of sneakers, shoes designed with Artificial Intelligence that are entirely 3D printed, accompanied by an excellent team and advisors, including the legendary Reebok Founder, Joe Foster, original Shark Tank Shark, Kevin Harrington, and others. He hosts a top business podcast, LegendsNLeaders, which breaks down the steps to becoming successful and positively impacting the world. The podcast has featured outstanding guests like Kevin O'Leary, Shark Tank Shark, Howie Mandel, Steve Madden, Miss Universe, and R'Bonney Nola and has been viewed by millions. For more, please check out syntilay.com and Ben’s podcast www.legendsnleaders.com Connect with Ben: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benxweiss/ #thePOZcast is proudly brought to you by Fountain - the leading enterprise platform for workforce management. Our platform enables companies to support their frontline workers from job application to departure. Fountain elevates the hiring, management, and retention of frontline workers at scale. To learn more, please visit: https://www.fountain.com/?utm_source=shrm-2024&utm_medium=event&utm_campaign=shrm-2024-podcast-adam-posner. Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and www.youtube.com/thePOZcast For all episodes, please check out www.thePOZcast.com Summary In this engaging conversation, Adam Posner interviews Ben Weiss, the founder of Sintilay, a revolutionary sneaker brand utilizing AI and 3D printing technology. They discuss Ben's entrepreneurial journey, the influence of his attorney parents, and the lessons learned about resilience and independence. The conversation also delves into the importance of networking, the birth of Ben's podcast 'Legends and Leaders, ' and how podcasting has significantly impacted his brand and relationships in the industry. In this conversation, Ben Weiss discusses the evolution of footwear branding, the integration of AI in shoe design, and the importance of influencer partnerships. He shares insights on scaling production, continuous learning, and respecting everyone. The discussion culminates in defining success as positively impacting the world. Takeaways - Ben's parents instilled the value of resilience and independence. - The iPod's launch inspired Ben's entrepreneurial spirit. - Networking is crucial for creating opportunities. - Podcasting allows for organic conversations and learning. - Consistency in podcasting requires effective systems and processes. - Building relationships through podcasting can lead to unexpected opportunities. - The podcast serves as a masterclass for listeners. - Ben's journey reflects the importance of adaptability in business. - Content creators are undervalued in the endorsement space. - Collaboration with industry veterans can enhance business ventures. The youth today views content creators as role models. - Footwear branding has evolved from athletes to influencers. - AI is revolutionizing the design process in footwear. - Building relationships with influencers is key to brand success. - The production process can be expedited using AI and 3D printing. - Scaling production remains a challenge for new brands. - Continuous learning is essential for personal and professional growth. - Treating everyone with respect fosters better relationships. - Success is defined by the positive impact one can make. - Networking with industry legends provides invaluable insights.