Insider Tips from a Shark Tank Casting Director Brandon Andrews

From Spaghetti to Growth

In this episode of the 'From Spaghetti to Growth' podcast, host Seema Alexander is joined by Brandon Andrews, co-founder of Gauge.ai, Chief Product Officer; CEO, The Inexorable; and a Shark Tank casting director.

📌Gauge AI is a software + service platform that conducts mobile focus groups and market research with tastemakers and experts in key communities. Find out more: https://gauge.ai/

The conversation delves into Brandon's journey from growing up in Alabama, working on Capitol Hill, to becoming an influential figure in the world of entrepreneurship and AI. He shares insights into the importance of passion and effective communication for entrepreneurs, the inner workings of Shark Tank casting, and his experiences with AI in business.

The episode also covers practical advice for startups on utilizing AI for growth, the significance of lifelong learning, and Brandon's contributions to global AI education.

👉 In this episode

Meet Brandon Andrews: Co-Founder and Shark Tank Casting Director (02:09) Brandon's Journey to Entrepreneurship (04:30)

The Importance of Communication Skills (06:27)

Casting for Shark Tank: What We Look For (09:27)

The Privilege and Process of Shark Tank Casting (15:29)

From Capitol Hill to Entrepreneurship (26:09)

The Birth of Gauge AI: A Market Research Platform (30:33)

Feedback from the Pilot Phase (31:01)

Building Relationships and Adding Value (31:26)

Starting with Minimal Viable Product (MVP) (32:29)

Leveraging AI for Efficiency (33:30)

Recruitment and Influence Scoring (36:20)

Real-Time Feedback and Client Engagement (38:21)

AI's Role in Business Transformation (41:54)

Global AI Education and Diplomacy (49:45)

The Future of AI and Human Agency (54:45)

Advice for Entrepreneurs on AI and Communication

🌎Reach out to Brandon Andrews

LinkedIN / mrbrandonandrews

Gauge AI https://gauge.ai/

YouTube / @globalbrandon

Twitter https://twitter.com/brandontalk?lang=en

🌎Reach out to Seema Ponda Alexander

Virgent AI: www.Virgent.AI Disruptive CEO Advisory https://www.disruptive.ceo/

LinkedIN: / seemaalexander

IG: https://www.instagram.com/seemaalexan...

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