ShopAri: Personalized Fashion at Your Fingertips w/ Lior Cole

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In this episode, Stef and Lauren sit down with Lior Cole. Lior Cole is a worldwide IMG Model who studied CS at Cornell University before dropping out to build ARI: an AI personal shopper set to revolutionize fashion.

Lior discusses the consumer trend that drove her to build his company and disrupt the online shopping experience. She highlights the friction and lack of personalization in current shopping processes and the need for curated and AI-driven solutions. Lior also shares his background in computer science and fashion, which uniquely positions him to tackle the technical challenges of AI in the fashion industry.

Takeaways

• The online shopping experience lacks personalization and curation, creating friction for consumers.
• AI has the potential to revolutionize the shopping industry by providing personalized recommendations and a more seamless experience.
• Founders should focus on solving a specific problem and building a product that aligns with their unique background and expertise.
• Building a successful startup requires a combination of technical skills, domain expertise, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse team members.
• The future of AI lies in creating immersive and personalized experiences for consumers, with interfaces that seamlessly integrate into their daily lives. Methodically reviewing a conversation helps identify principal themes.

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