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In this episode of Pivoting to Web 3, Donna Mitchell interviews Rich Edwards, CEO of Mindspan Systems, about the future of WEB 3 technologies. The discussion delves into innovations in cryptocurrency regulation, AI's role in enhancing customer experience, and operational efficiencies. Rich shares his transition from a military career to the WEB 3 space, explores data analysis and advertising strategies, and addresses the implications of cryptocurrency on the financial system. The episode also highlights opportunities for crypto and smart contracts in financial services and considers the balance between technology and individual freedom.
With WEB 3 technologies showing up worldwide, can you imagine what else is coming for the future of these technologies from the perspective of a visionary?
In this episode of Pivoting to Web 3, Donna talks to Rich Edwards, CEO of Mindspan Systems, in a forward-looking conversation about the WEB 3 Technology innovations, with a focus on Cryptocurrency regulation and use cases in our financial system, as well as use cases for AI in terms of improving the customer experience while helping traditional employees with operational efficiencies.
What to expect in this episode:
00:55 - How Rich ended up in WEB 3 space from a career in the military.
08:22 - Types of data, extracting information, and data analysis
13:04 - An example of an efficient advertising strategy.
15:20 - Thoughts on AI and Crypto Regulation.
19:44 - Cryptocurrency value, regulation, and risks to the financial system.
25:03 - Opportunities for crypto and smart contracts in financial services.
29:36 - Leveraging AI for improving operations and customer experience.
35:52 - Concerns about the use of technology from a 'freedom to individuals' standpoint.
About Rich Edwards:
Rich Edwards is the CEO of Mindspan Systems, which helps community financial institutions transform themselves with data-driven strategies and technologies. Rich has worked extensively with banking, insurance, and financial services clients worldwide during his career. He has led product strategy in data center automation and artificial intelligence, including the launch of IBM Watson Developer Cloud. Rich has a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, a Master of Business Administration from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and served as an engineering officer in the US Army.
Connect with Rich Edwards:
Website: https://mindspaninc.com/richedwards
Twitter: https://twitter.com/RichEdwards
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindspansystems
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richedwards
About Donna Mitchell:
Donna Mitchell achieved two impressive careers in her lifetime. She dedicated 24 years to aviation, & US Airways, currently American Airlines, as a change agent, and 16 years with Johnson & Johnson.
As an industry-level project manager with a $7.2B client list and a $177M budget, personality, humor, and a keen eye for dependencies enabled Donna to interact with international cross-functional teams.
She hosts Pivoting to WEB3 Podcast and is a speaker and business development consultant. As CEO and founder of Mitchell Universal Network LLC, she plans to help bridge WEB2 systems to WEB3 technologies. Mitchell is a Certified AI, Blockchain & WEB3 Strategist and Consultant.
Connect with Donna Mitchell:
Website: https://mitchelluniversalnetwork.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donna-mitchell-a1700619
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President, Mindspan Systems
Rich has spent over 20 years working with financial institutions on Wall St. and across the world. As product management lead he oversaw the launch of the IBM Watson Developer Cloud, and helped banks & financial service firms introduce and leverage machine learning for data-driven approaches ahead of the market.
Rich Edwards is the CEO of Mindspan Systems, helping community financial institutions transform themselves with data-driven strategies and technologies. His area of expertise is the convergence of analytics, marketing, artificial intelligence, and machine learning for financial institutions.
Rich has a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, a Master of Business Administration from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and served as an engineering officer in the US Army. He and his family currently reside in Raleigh, NC.
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