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Full transcript: https://techmatters.org/podcast-s3-ep1-fastforward
KEVIN BARENBLAT (Co-Founder & President)
Kevin is an engineer turned social innovator. He has helped over 100 founders use technology to tackle global challenges. He also writes the AI for Humanity newsletter and contributes to the Stanford Social Innovation Review.
SHANNON FARLEY (Co-Founder & Executive Director)
Before co-founding the accelerator, Shannon launched Spark, a network for women's organizations, and helped start the W. Haywood Burns Institute for racial equity in juvenile justice. Shannon brings sharp focus, creativity, and a passion for human-centered innovation.
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In this special episode of the Tech Matters Podcast, we dive into the inspiring story of Aselo, a groundbreaking contact center platform designed to empower child helplines worldwide. Aselo is revolutionizing how organizations provide counseling, resources, and care through modern, purpose-built technology. Join us as we explore the journey of Director of Product and Operations Dee Luo and Executive Director Nick Hurlburt, the visionary leaders behind Aselo, who share how they transitioned from the tech industry to building a social enterprise that's making a global impact. Aselo is now helping to bring helplines into the digital age, from applying human-centered methods for software design, to integrating AI, to safeguarding sensitive data.
This episode is part of Podcasthon, a global event spotlighting charities and social enterprises making a difference. Don't miss this deep dive into the power of technology for good—listen now and be inspired by the intersection of tech, empathy, and social impact!
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In wrapping up Season Two, Jim extends his heartfelt gratitude to our devoted listeners and the extraordinary tech nonprofit leaders who've shared their impactful stories. Furthermore, this season wouldn't have been possible without the generous support of our major donors, including the Patrick J. McGovern Foundation, Okta for Good, the Skoll Foundation, and Splunk.
Jim leaves us with a call to action: technologists and social sector workers alike are invited to pivot their skills towards meaningful impact.
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Wicked problems require more than one line of thought — was there anything you agreed or disagreed with? Anything you'd like us to explore further? Write us a note at [email protected] and follow us on LinkedIn!
For our final episode of season 2, this time it's Jim who sits on the other end. Our special guest host is his longtime mentee — and CEO of Nexleaf Analytics — Nithya Ramanathan.
What led to the decision to prioritize social impact over the stereotypical Silicon Valley (attempt at) wealth for its own sake? Guided by Nithya's insightful questioning, Jim's narrative takes us through the early experiences that shaped his sense of empathy without ever losing his innate curiosity for science and technology. As they discuss the evolution of social entrepreneurship, the significance of data sovereignty, Jim and Nithya explore the foundational layers of tech that are needed for the future of systems change.
This episode is a call for all tech professionals and leaders to harness their skills in service of the world's most pressing challenges. Join us as we close Season Two with a conversation that's as much about looking forward as it is about looking back.
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