Episodes
Valuu Makers Podcast
Long-form interviews with the people behind the ideas — founders, engineers, designers, and leaders who are building something real.
From BLOCKBUSTER FILMS to Focus: Steven Puri's Journey to Productive SUCCESS
In this episode of Valuu Makers Podcast, hosted by Ryan Purvis and supported by Heather Bicknell, we chat with Steven Puri, founder of the focus app Sukha and a film executive previously involved with high-profile franchises like Die Hard and Wolverine. Steven shares his journey from software engineering at IBM…
Full episode on Substack →The AI EDGE: Empowering Users with NEXT-LEVEL Problem Solving
Revolutionizing Remote Work with Augmented Reality and AI In this episode, we explore the innovative ways TeamViewer is transforming various industries using augmented reality (AR) and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. The discussion highlights how AR enhances remote diagnostics in healthcare, reduces errors in industrial settings, and improves carbon efficiency. The…
Full episode on Substack →Revolutionizing Employee Experience: From Desktop Monitoring to AI-Driven Insights
Transforming Digital Employee Experience with Vincent Bieri In this Value Makers Podcast episode, host Ryan Purvis and co-host Heather Bicknell interview Vincent Bieri, co-founder of Next Think, to explore the evolution of digital employee experience since the company's inception in 2004. Bieri discusses the company's early focus on AI, the…
Full episode on Substack →Avoid Startup Pitfalls: Bradley Jones’s Guide to Finding Investors
In this episode of the Value Makers Podcast, host Ryan Purvis sits down with Brad Jones, the founder of That Round, a unique UK-based platform for fundraising services. Brad shares his entrepreneurial journey, from creating a financial trading simulation software to launching an investment syndicate and eventually starting That Round.…
Full episode on Substack →Richard Blank : Embracing Change: From Pinball Machines to AI Enhancements
In a lively episode of Valuu Makers, host Ryan Purvis welcomes back Richard Blank, the charismatic CEO of Costa Rica's Call Center. With a passion as electrifying as his pinball machines, Richard delves into the shifting landscape of remote work, the integration of AI in business, and the art of…
Full episode on Substack →Innovations in Managing IT Transformations: From Clouds to Desktops 🖥️
In this episode of the Valuu Makers podcast, host Ryan speaks with Ben Cook, Senior Product Specialist at Management Studio, about the company's growth from App Tracker to a full IT orchestration tool. They cover challenges in legacy app migration, user communication, and workflow automation. Ben also explains how the…
Full episode on Substack →From Research to Real-World Application: AI Trends and Trajectories 🤖
On this week's episode of the Valuu Makers Podcast, host Ryan Purvis interviews Patrick Tammer, Senior Director at Scale AI, about Canada's dynamic AI ecosystem. They explore Scale AI's role in driving innovation, key AI hubs like Montreal and the Toronto-Waterloo Corridor, regulatory support for commercialisation, and the future of…
Full episode on Substack →Exploring Password Management Systems 🔑
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Full episode on Substack →From Sci-Fi to Reality: AI's Impact on Work and Daily Life 🤖
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Full episode on Substack →Harnessing Technology for Health and Wellness 🤕
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Full episode on Substack →Maximising Client Engagement for Revenue Growth 💪
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Full episode on Substack →Streamline Your Podcast Workflow Using Zapier ⚡️
In this week's episode of Valuu Spotlight: we dive deep into the world of podcast production—with a special focus on how Zapier revolutionises the process. From recording preferences to editing tools, we explore how automation platforms like Zapier can streamline repetitive tasks, boost productivity, and create seamless workflows for content…
Full episode on Substack →The Broken Job Market: Understanding the Challenges 💼
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Full episode on Substack →Cutting Yourself Some Slack: Taking Breaks Is Helpful 🧠
This week on the Founder’s Series, Jayni and Ryan dive into balancing work and health challenges, exploring how productivity tools help streamline his workload. Ryan shares valuable insights on client management, business operations, and the importance of taking breaks for mental well-being. Plus, an exciting look at new opportunities on…
Full episode on Substack →Exploring Email Productivity Tools: A Review of SaneBox and Fyxer.ai 📧
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Full episode on Substack →Investment Insights: Daniel Sawko Streamlining Capital Discovery
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Full episode on Substack →Walking Away from the Screen: Finding Clarity in Nature 🌿
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Full episode on Substack →Unlocking Efficiency: Mastering Text Expander and Prompt Engineering
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Full episode on Substack →Navigating the CTO Journey: Coaching, Challenges, and Change 💪
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Full episode on Substack →Managing Connections and Growth 👥
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Full episode on Substack →Also by Ryan Purvis
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Practical AI conversations for business leaders. No hype, just real talk about how AI is changing the way we work.
Don’t Starve the System: Why Cost-Cutting Kills AI Momentum
This morning I had a conversation that stuck with me. A friend working in a public institution was heading to…