Episode 26: Disruptive Future Technologies with Valeria Kogan

Valeria is a passionate scientist and entrepreneur working on applications of artificial intelligence and machine learning to biotechnology, medicine and agriculture. She’s the co-founder and CEO of two companies. Fermata, an AgTech company focused on development of AI-based solutions for precise plant monitoring in greenhouses, and also Smartomica; a biotech start-up developing AI-based solutions for personalized medicine.Leading teams of data scientists and researchers,  Valeria’s main aim is the development of products that improve the quality of human lives. She develops disruptive technologies that bring value to industries by making science a product.Join us today as Valeria and I discuss disruptive technologies.Key TakeawaysHow organizations can consistently adapt to the ever-changing world of tech. Why it's important for startups to plan and budget for the research and integration of new technology. Why creatives and inventors of disruptive technology fit better in small startups as compared to larger organizations. The inevitability of disruptive tech and its adoption by giant companies worldwide. Challenges facing the intersection of business and technology. How to transform skepticism and failure into innovation and success. How to find and partner with investors. Insightful tidbits for anyone working with disruptive tech. Connect with Valeria. LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/valeria-kogan-a843b766/ Smartomica - https://www.smartomica.com/ Fermata - https://fermata.tech/ Learn more about Project Genetics at https://projectgenetics.com