EPISODE · Sep 16, 2025 · 1H 8M
Lighting the Path to your Agentic AI Journey with Hanah Darley | Episode #0026
from Start Small, Think Big - A podcast and newsletter that guides you on your AI and Automation journey. · host Digital Meld
Follow the SSTB Newsletter.Thank you to Hanah Darley, and check out geordie.ai.SummaryIn this episode of the Start Small Think Big podcast, hosts Brad and Robert welcome Hannah Darley, Chief AI Officer at Geordie AI. The conversation explores Hannah's unique background in government intelligence, her transition to the tech industry, and the founding of Geordie AI. They discuss the challenges of AI adoption, the importance of understanding agentic AI, and the balance between innovation and risk management. Hannah shares insights on building a strong founding team, creating a positive company culture, and the significance of customer-centric product development. The episode concludes with rapid-fire questions and personal insights from Hannah about leadership and the journey of launching Geordie AI.KeywordsAI, agentic AI, Geordie AI, innovation, cybersecurity, risk management, startup culture, product development, team building, leadershipTakeawaysHannah Darley has a unique background in government intelligence and data analytics.AI adoption requires trust and visibility to be successful.Understanding the specific problem to solve is crucial before deploying AI agents.Agentic AI represents a shift in how businesses operate, requiring new governance frameworks.Building a strong founding team is essential for startup success.Diversity of thought enhances problem-solving capabilities.The journey of launching a product involves continuous learning and adaptation.Establishing a positive company culture fosters collaboration and innovation.Customer-centric product development is key to addressing real business needs.Risk management is vital when implementing AI solutions.TitlesNavigating the Future of AI with GeordieThe Journey of AI InnovationSound Bites"You can learn to be technical.""Eat the frog first.""Agents are the future of work."Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests01:44 Hannah Darley's Unique Background and Experience04:08 Government Work and Its Challenges08:53 The Vision Behind Geordie AI11:32 Understanding Agentic AI14:15 Balancing Risk with Agentic AI17:18 Assembling the Geordie Team27:22 Customer-Centric Approach to AI Solutions30:04 Trends in Agentic AI Adoption35:18 The Future of Decision-Making in AI37:04 Building Partnerships with Clients38:56 The Future of SaaS and AI Solutions41:47 Understanding AI Adoption and Governance45:43 The Role of Security in AI Implementation49:31 Key Questions for AI Deployment51:33 The Geordie Story: Illuminating Risks in AI01:01:59 Reflections on Launching Geordie01:05:38 The Future of AI Agents and Their Impact01:07:36 The Endhttps://linktr.ee/digitalmeldWe build tools that save businesses time and money by helping them unlock their greatest potential and achieve growth through data, automation, and AI-powered solutions.
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Follow the SSTB Newsletter.Thank you to Hanah Darley, and check out geordie.ai.SummaryIn this episode of the Start Small Think Big podcast, hosts Brad and Robert welcome Hannah Darley, Chief AI Officer at Geordie AI. The conversation explores Hannah's unique background in government intelligence, her transition to the tech industry, and the founding of Geordie AI. They discuss the challenges of AI adoption, the importance of understanding agentic AI, and the balance between innovation and risk management. Hannah shares insights on building a strong founding team, creating a positive company culture, and the significance of customer-centric product development. The episode concludes with rapid-fire questions and personal insights from Hannah about leadership and the journey of launching Geordie AI.KeywordsAI, agentic AI, Geordie AI, innovation, cybersecurity, risk management, startup culture, product development, team building, leadershipTakeawaysHannah Darley has a unique background in government intelligence and data analytics.AI adoption requires trust and visibility to be successful.Understanding the specific problem to solve is crucial before deploying AI agents.Agentic AI represents a shift in how businesses operate, requiring new governance frameworks.Building a strong founding team is essential for startup success.Diversity of thought enhances problem-solving capabilities.The journey of launching a product involves continuous learning and adaptation.Establishing a positive company culture fosters collaboration and innovation.Customer-centric product development is key to addressing real business needs.Risk management is vital when implementing AI solutions.TitlesNavigating the Future of AI with GeordieThe Journey of AI InnovationSound Bites"You can learn to be technical.""Eat the frog first.""Agents are the future of work."Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guests01:44 Hannah Darley's Unique Background and Experience04:08 Government Work and Its Challenges08:53 The Vision Behind Geordie AI11:32 Understanding Agentic AI14:15 Balancing Risk with Agentic AI17:18 Assembling the Geordie Team27:22 Customer-Centric Approach to AI Solutions30:04 Trends in Agentic AI Adoption35:18 The Future of Decision-Making in AI37:04 Building Partnerships with Clients38:56 The Future of SaaS and AI Solutions41:47 Understanding AI Adoption and Governance45:43 The Role of Security in AI Implementation49:31 Key Questions for AI Deployment51:33 The Geordie Story: Illuminating Risks in AI01:01:59 Reflections on Launching Geordie01:05:38 The Future of AI Agents and Their Impact01:07:36 The Endhttps://linktr.ee/digitalmeldWe build tools that save businesses time and money by helping them unlock their greatest potential and achieve growth through data, automation, and AI-powered solutions.
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