What does it take to truly break free from a system that isn’t working? In this episode, we talk to Robby Cobbs and Kyle Sumrow, the US-based co-founders of Tech My School, who are leading a rebellion against the educational status quo.

After decades of teaching in elite schools across the globe, they were so shocked by the state of the education system in Puerto Rico that they took radical action. Robby used his life savings—his "boat money"—to launch a nonprofit dedicated to bringing 21st-century learning to underserved students. Together, they are not just donating technology; they are building a new ecosystem for learning, complete with teacher training and their own AI-powered strategic planning tool, Tech Plan Genie.

This is a powerful story of social entrepreneurship, purpose-driven innovation, and what happens when you refuse to accept the way things are. For the full visual experience, including a look at the schools they’re impacting and the technology they’ve built, watch the complete interview on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/QhENgTs15LE

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Why do 95% of enterprise AI projects fail? It’s not the algorithm; it’s the data integration. Before you invest another dollar in AI, you need to fix your data plumbing. In this episode, we sit down with Matt Soltau, CEO of IntelliPaaS and a leading expert in enterprise data integration, for a masterclass on building a data foundation that sets your AI strategy up for success.

Matt argues that most companies are trying to drive a Ferrari on a golf cart path — they have powerful AI tools but no solid data infrastructure to support them. We discuss the tangible steps business leaders can take to untangle their "data spaghetti," the critical importance of data governance in the age of AI, and how to navigate the complex compliance landscape of regulations like the EU AI Act.

This is a practical, no-hype conversation for any leader who wants to move beyond the buzzwords and build a real, lasting competitive advantage with artificial intelligence.

In this episode, you will learn:

•The single biggest mistake companies make in their AI implementation.

•A simple framework for assessing your company’s AI readiness.

•How to build robust, scalable data pipelines.

•What the EU AI Act means for Canadian businesses and data sovereignty.

•Why “data spaghetti” is killing your digital transformation.

Guest Information:

•Matt Soltau: https://hk.linkedin.com/in/soltaumatt

•IntelliPaaS: https://www.intellipaas.io/

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•https://youtu.be/L3qLztEJgds

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Are you an entrepreneur stuck working *in* your business instead of *on* it? If you feel like you're wearing ten hats and still not getting ahead, this episode is your blueprint for escape.

In this powerful interview, Cody sits down with Aarti Anand, a 15-year product leadership veteran and the brilliant founder of Kodenyx AI. She reveals the #1 mistake that keeps entrepreneurs trapped in the daily grind and prevents them from scaling: a lack of clarity before execution.

This isn't just another talk about AI tools. This is a masterclass in business strategy, automation, and designing a business that serves your life. Aarti shares her personal journey from a high-flying corporate career to building a business that gives her freedom, and she provides actionable steps for any entrepreneur looking to implement a successful AI strategy.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

- What the "Relevance Trap" is and how to avoid it.

- The Control Paradox: Why founders struggle to let go and how it stifles growth.

- Aarti's "Clarity Before Execution" framework for a winning AI strategy.

- How to identify and upgrade legacy systems that are costing you money.

- Practical steps to find an extra 25+ hours per week in your business.

This conversation is essential for any business owner ready to stop the burnout and start building a scalable, efficient, and more profitable company.

**Guest Information:**

Aarti Anand is the founder of Kodenyx AI, a consultancy that helps businesses implement effective AI strategies. With over 15 years of experience in product leadership, she specializes in helping entrepreneurs achieve clarity and build automated systems that drive growth.

- Take Aarti's FREE Business Assessment: https://www.kodenyxai.com/

- Connect with Aarti on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aartianand82/

**Watch the full video interview on YouTube:**

https://youtu.be/IRoYvO_GQlM

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