<p>In this episode of the CTO Podcast, host Etienne de Bruin speaks with Lena Skliarova-Mordvinova, CTO and Co-Founder of the Good Face Project. They discuss the origins of the Good Face Project, which aims to educate consumers about the ingredients in personal care products and promote safer alternatives. The conversation delves into the role of generative AI in analyzing ingredient safety, the challenges of navigating the venture capital landscape, and the importance of parenting in the digital age. Lena shares her insights on balancing technology and family life, as well as cultural perspectives on parenting from her experiences in Ukraine. In this conversation, Lena shares her experiences navigating the challenges of leading a tech team in Ukraine during the ongoing war, highlighting the resilience and determination of her team. She discusses the importance of maintaining a sense of normalcy and connection amidst chaos, the innovative tech stack they are using in AI, and the complexities of regulatory environments in the personal care industry. Additionally, she reflects on her passion for space research and the evolution of data mining technologies.</p><p><strong>Time Stamps</strong></p><p>00:00 Introduction to the CTO Podcast and Guest</p><p>03:01 The Good Face Project: Origins and Mission</p><p>06:01 Understanding Ingredients: The Science Behind Personal Care</p><p>08:53 Generative AI in Personal Care: Innovations and Challenges</p><p>12:12 Venture Capital Landscape: Navigating the Hype</p><p>15:07 Parenting in the Digital Age: Balancing Technology and Family</p><p>21:04 Reflections on Parenting: Learning and Growing Together</p><p>26:56 Cultural Perspectives on Parenting: A Global View</p><p>34:03 The Power of Connection in Uncertain Times</p><p>39:14 Resilience Amidst Chaos: The Ukrainian Experience</p><p>45:09 Innovations in AI: Tech Stack and Models</p><p>53:39 Navigating Regulations in Personal Care and Supplements</p><p>01:02:22 Passion for Space: A Journey Through Research</p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://vimeo.com/735813265/ef29b60d2e">We have 200+ CTOs in peer groups: Quick Testimonials Video</a></p><p><strong>Contact Etienne:</strong> <a target="_blank" href="https://7ctos.com/">Website</a> / <a target="_blank" href="https://youtube.com/c/7ctos">YouTube</a> / <a target="_blank" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/etdebruin/">LinkedIn</a> / <a target="_blank" href="https://twitter.com/etdebruin">X</a> / <a target="_blank" href="https://instagram.com/7ctos">Instagram</a> / <a target="_blank" href="https://ctopod.com/">The CTO Podcast Website</a><strong>Contact Lena:</strong> <a target="_blank" href="https://thegoodfaceproject.com/">Website</a> /<a target="_blank" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/hskliarovamordvinova/">LinkedIn</a></p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://www.ctopod.com?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_1">www.ctopod.com</a>