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EPISODE · Feb 16, 2026 · 38 MIN

Office Hours: The Human Experience | AI, Longevity & Sports Tech: Turning Data into Impact and Revenue

from Office Hours with David Meltzer

António Rocha is a Professor of Computer Engineering at Instituto Superior de Engenharia do Porto and Head of AI at Ambidata Lda, with more than 25 years of experience in information systems and software engineering. Over the course of his career, he has worked from programmer to CTO, developing deep expertise across software development, databases, project management, and innovation. Today, his work centers on applying artificial intelligence to transform data-driven processes and solve complex challenges at scale. Early in his career, he built an automation system for a medical laboratory that supported organ transplant matching—an experience that shaped his belief in technology’s power to save lives. He now bridges academia and industry, leading AI strategy while mentoring the next generation of engineers. Jimmy St. Louis is CEO of Agentis Longevity, a healthcare platform focused on helping patients live healthier, longer lives. His career spans healthcare, wellness, and franchise leadership, including roles as CEO of Franchise 123 and Managing Partner of AliRx. He also founded Regenerative Medicine Solutions and previously served as COO and Managing Partner of Laser Spine Institute, where he helped scale the company from nine employees to more than 1,000 and grow revenues beyond $200 million. A lifelong advocate for health and innovation, Jimmy remains committed to advancing regenerative medicine and longevity-focused care. Hardik Jagda is the Founder and CEO of Proximity Works, an AI-native company helping sports leagues, broadcasters, and media platforms increase revenue through smarter analytics, content systems, and fan engagement tools. Since launching in 2019, Proximity Works has expanded into a broad AI-driven ecosystem spanning consulting, SaaS, design, and media. The company develops real-time sports analytics and AI-powered insights that turn gameplay data into monetizable products across live broadcasts and digital platforms. Raised in Mumbai, Hardik built his career through hands-on experience across multiple startups, shaping his practical approach to AI—making complex technology accessible, scalable, and aligned with creative storytelling.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

António Rocha is a Professor of Computer Engineering at Instituto Superior de Engenharia do Porto and Head of AI at Ambidata Lda, with more than 25 years of experience in information systems and software engineering. Over the course of his career, he has worked from programmer to CTO, developing deep expertise across software development, databases, project management, and innovation. Today, his work centers on applying artificial intelligence to transform data-driven processes and solve complex challenges at scale. Early in his career, he built an automation system for a medical laboratory that supported organ transplant matching—an experience that shaped his belief in technology’s power to save lives. He now bridges academia and industry, leading AI strategy while mentoring the next generation of engineers. Jimmy St. Louis is CEO of Agentis Longevity, a healthcare platform focused on helping patients live healthier, longer lives. His career spans healthcare, wellness, and franchise leadership, including roles as CEO of Franchise 123 and Managing Partner of AliRx. He also founded Regenerative Medicine Solutions and previously served as COO and Managing Partner of Laser Spine Institute, where he helped scale the company from nine employees to more than 1,000 and grow revenues beyond $200 million. A lifelong advocate for health and innovation, Jimmy remains committed to advancing regenerative medicine and longevity-focused care. Hardik Jagda is the Founder and CEO of Proximity Works, an AI-native company helping sports leagues, broadcasters, and media platforms increase revenue through smarter analytics, content systems, and fan engagement tools. Since launching in 2019, Proximity Works has expanded into a broad AI-driven ecosystem spanning consulting, SaaS, design, and media. The company develops real-time sports analytics and AI-powered insights that turn gameplay data into monetizable products across live broadcasts and digital platforms. Raised in Mumbai, Hardik built his career through hands-on experience across multiple startups, shaping his practical approach to AI—making complex technology accessible, scalable, and aligned with creative storytelling. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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