Join us for an engaging episode of The Innovators and Investors Podcast, hosted by Kristian Marquez, where we explore the vibrant intersection of technology, investment, and entrepreneurship. This week, Kristian welcomes two dynamic guests: Kevin Weber, Managing Director at Amex Ventures, and Ayal Karmi, Co-founder and CEO of Nakuda. In this episode, Kevin shares his fascinating career journey, including his transition from corporate finance and M&A to venture capital at Amex Ventures, where he focuses on early-stage investments in sectors like fintech, AI, and cybersecurity. As Kevin describes his investment thesis, he emphasizes the importance of strategic partnerships and the alignment of their investments with American Express’s core business objectives. Our conversation then shifts to Ayal Karmi, who delves into the innovative solutions Nakuda is bringing to the market. As the company pioneers a system for AI agents to make seamless payments online, Ayal discusses the challenges and opportunities in automating the checkout process and enhancing transaction authenticity. Listeners can expect to gain valuable insights into the investment landscape, the evolving field of AI agents, and best practices for founders seeking to navigate the venture capital space. Furthermore, Kevin and Ayal offer advice on how to approach corporate venture capital, the significance of understanding investor expectations, and the future of agentic payments. Don’t miss this enlightening discussion that highlights the transformative power of technology and the shared mission of fostering innovation in today’s rapidly evolving market. Subscribe now to stay updated on the latest insights and trends in the world of innovation and finance! For more details, visit our website and read Ayal’s insightful blogs on Substack, https://substack.com/@nekuda? about autonomous payments to stay informed about the latest in AI technologies. Enjoy the episode! Learn more about Kevin's work https://www.americanexpress.com/us/business/american-express-ventures/ Connect with Kevin on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-weber-b77b8028/ Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply https://finstratmgmt.com/innovators-investors-podcast/ Want to learn more about Kristian Marquez's work? Check out his website at https://finstratmgmt.com/…
CMPA Practically Speaking is a Canadian Medical Protective Association podcast where we share expert advice on a variety of topics affecting physicians and their practice. From assisting physicians in reducing medical-legal risk and enhancing safe medical care, to discussing physician wellness and how the CMPA supports its members in a changing healthcare environment, this podcast will cover what you need to know when you need it most. Earn Self-Learning Section 2 MOC credits and non-certified Self-Learning Mainpro+ credits for each episode.
CMPA Practically Speaking is a Canadian Medical Protective Association podcast where we share expert advice on a variety of topics affecting physicians and their practice. From assisting physicians in reducing medical-legal risk and enhancing safe medical care, to discussing physician wellness and how the CMPA supports its members in a changing healthcare environment, this podcast will cover what you need to know when you need it most. Earn Self-Learning Section 2 MOC credits and non-certified Self-Learning Mainpro+ credits for each episode.
Disclosure of patient safety incidents to patients or caregivers is a legal, ethical and professional obligation for physicians. Appropriate disclosure conversations facilitate dialogue during the incident management process and reinforces patient-physician trust. In this month’s episode, Steven and Yolanda discuss the best ways to handle disclosure of patient safety incidents and the importance of efficient communication in addressing patients’ needs throughout the process.…
Decision support tools are designed to ease shared decision-making and patient involvement on health care decisions. When patients actively participate in decision-making and understand what is required of them, they are more likely to follow through. To establish an efficient shared decision making process, physicians must consider patients values, preferences and circumstances. In this month’s episode of CMPA Practically Speaking, our experts discuss the importance of patient’s decision aids to overcome communication challenges and build a strong patient-physician relationship.…
When considering medical clearance for participation after injuries, there are numerous components to take into consideration to ensure physicians act within the standard of care, and that they keep patients’ best interest in mind. In this month’s episode, Steven and Yolanda discuss the precautions and responsibilities of both parties in assuring a safe return environment. The duo highlights the importance of shared decision-making to establish an efficient framework.…
Related CMPA Perspective article: Can intraoperative decisions be diagnostic errors? https://www.cmpa-acpm.ca/en/advice-publications/browse-articles/2020/can-intraoperative-decisions-be-diagnostic-errors
Related CMPA Perspective article: Team debriefs: Participate and minimize your medical-legal risks https://www.cmpa-acpm.ca/en/advice-publications/browse-articles/2019/team-debriefs-participate-and-minimize-your-medical-legal-risks Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) Framework for Improvement http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx…
Related CMPA Perspective article: Closing or leaving a practice: Tips for primary care physicians https://www.cmpa-acpm.ca/en/advice-publications/browse-articles/2020/closing-or-leaving-a-practice-tips-for-primary-care-physicians
Occasionally, physicians may be asked to provide medical care outside of their area of expertise. During the COVID-19 pandemic, for example, more physicians have been asked to fill-in on the ICU and in long-term care facilities. What are your rights as a physician? How can you best handle the situation? How do you ensure your patients’ safety? This episode covers these – and other questions – related to the risks and responsibilities when covering other specialties.…
CMPA Perspective article: Why do you need to know? A balancing act for accessing personal health information www.cmpa-acpm.ca/en/advice-publications/browse-articles/2020/why-do-you-need-to-know-a-balancing-act-for-accessing-personal-health-information
Concerns surrounding wait times in the delivery of health care are not new, however, the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in further concerns due to the postponement of elective procedures. In this episode, Dr. Steven Bellemare and Dr. Yolanda Madarnas discuss the impact of wait times on patients, physicians, and the healthcare system with Dr. Wendy Levinson, Chair of Choosing Wisely Canada. They provide timely tips on the safe management of wait times and resource utilization in order to promote safe care and decrease medical-legal risk for physicians.…
CMPA Perspective article: Providing virtual care during the COVID-19 pandemic www.cmpa-acpm.ca/en/advice-publications/browse-articles/2020/providing-virtual-care-during-the-covid-19-pandemic
CMPA Perspective article: End-of-life: Planning for compassionate care during COVID‑19 www.cmpa-acpm.ca/en/advice-publications/browse-articles/2020/end-of-life-planning-for-compassionate-care-during-covid-19
CMPA Perspective article: Moral distress: The cost of uncertainty during a pandemic www.cmpa-acpm.ca/en/advice-publications/cmpa-perspective/2020/message-from-the-cmpa-president
CMPA Perspective article: Scarce resources: Caring for patients during COVID-19 www.cmpa-acpm.ca/en/advice-publications/browse-articles/2020/scarce-resources-caring-for-patients-during-covid-19
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