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In this insightful conversation, Kate Moran from Nielsen Norman Group dives into the complexities of UX research, exploring the critical differences between qualitative and quantitative approaches. She shares her thoughts on how AI is reshaping the research landscape, discussing its potential benefits and risks, including AI's inherent biases and the danger of over-relying on synthetic users. Kate also tackles the decline of dedicated research roles in organisations and emphasises the need for human oversight in research, especially when making high-stakes decisions. Tune in for a deep dive into how research, AI, and human judgment intersect in product development.

Series Direction:  @debanjandhar1983 

Location Courtesy: Heights House Hotel, Raleigh, NC, USA

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🚀 The Future of Design: More Than Just Aesthetics | Cask & Convos S2E2

Design isn’t just about making things look good—it’s about solving real problems, driving business impact, and shaping the future of technology.

In this episode of Cask & Convos, we sit down with Amir Ansari, a design leader with 25+ years of experience, to unpack:

🔥 How design needs to play a strategic role in business (not just “lipstick on a pig”)

🔥 Why traditional education models are failing in the AI era

🔥 The true potential of AI—beyond the hype, making a real difference in people’s lives

🔥 How curiosity, connection, and continuous learning keep us ahead in a fast-changing world

💡 If you’re a product leader, designer, or founder—this episode is a MUST-WATCH.

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Filmed at: Urban Alley Brewery, Docklands  @urbanalleybrewery 

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#CaskAndConvos #designleadership #productstrategy #ai #innovation #techstartups #startup #futureofdesign #ux #leadership

Welcome to Season 2 of Cask & Convos! We’re back with bigger conversations, bolder insights, and a brand-new home—Urban Alley Brewery at Docklands.

In this episode, Sharbani Dhar (CEO,  @dotinfinity.0  ) sits down with John McGiffin (CEO & Co-Founder,  @NaturalVelocity-aicyber  and Nadine ‘Noodles’ Groves (COO & Co-Founder,  @NaturalVelocity-aicyber  ) to dive into what it takes to build the perfect incubation space for technology startups.

What to Expect:

🔹 How to create a startup ecosystem that nurtures innovation

🔹 The essential infrastructure and support founders need to thrive

🔹 How to inspire technologists to challenge the status quo and think bigger

From funding to mentorship to breaking down barriers for emerging tech startups, this episode is packed with insights for founders, technologists, and anyone passionate about the future of innovation.

🔥 Grab a drink, hit play, and join the conversation!

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Company Location Courtesy:  @urbanalleybrewery 

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In this episode, we’re thrilled to host Gabriele Sanguigno, CEO & Founder of Toothfairy.AI, a true pioneer in the world of Business AI! Gabriele’s journey is one of relentless innovation—from launching the first AI-driven note-taking app back in 2018 to creating 24/7 autonomous agents that are reshaping how companies work. This conversation went beyond the ordinary! Together, we explored bold and challenging ideas around #AI, #ethics, and the #future of the #workforce. Gabriele’s insights are both inspiring and eye-opening, and we left the conversation feeling energised about the limitless possibilities ahead.

We explore the realms of #ai in #medicaldiagnostics and #medicine in this episode of #CaskAndConvos. Our guest Dr Rahil Garnavi is a pioneer in Medical imaging with over 50 #patents, and authored numerous research papers in #imageanalytics, presented in conferences, and published in peer-reviewed journals. She also holds several patents. Her research interests involve medical image analytics, #machinelearning, and #cognitivecomputing. She completed her Ph.D. degree in 2011 at the University of Melbourne, Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, developing a computer-aided diagnostic system for melanoma. She currently serves as the Director of #RAISE hub at ‪@rmit‬

For this special episode of #CaskAndConvos, we’re hitting the books and heading back to university! We’ll be diving into the future with the bright young minds who are paving the way for tomorrow. We have as our guest

Peter Bradd, Chief Evangelist at ‪@MiroHQ‬ Shares a tipple with Sharbani Dhar from ‪@dotinfinity.0‬ while talking about #innovation and #AustralianTechnology. One of the top 10 most influential people in Australian technology, Pete has made it his life's mission to foster innovation in Australia. Starting from the #brickandmortar days of #startups as a Postcard printing business to influencing #GovtPolicy for Technology startups, Pete has chipped away bit by bit to create an environment that's conducive to innovation for Australian businesses.

Craig Brown, CEO of Everest Engineering, shares a tipple with Sharbani Dhar from  ‪@dotinfinity.  While talking about what it takes to shape and deliver innovation for #startups to a large #organisation. Even in this age of #rapiddevelopment, the key to success lies in small details, active listening, and not forgetting the crucial role that the people in an organisation play in building it up.

Location: LaMadonna Bar, ‪@nexthotelmelbourne5138‬ ‪@debanjandhar1983‬

Shilpa Arora talks with Sharbani Dhar on her journey as a leader in technology and how DoorDash is bringing about change in traditional #brickandmortar businesses, in the beautiful barrel room of LaMadonna bar & restaurant, Lt Collins St, Melbourne.

Series Director: Debanjan Dhar

A compelling panel discussion as we explore the significant transformations in user experience design driven by the advent of artificial intelligence. Since the introduction of ChatGPT over a year ago, AI has reshaped our understanding of technology and its integration into daily products and services. With countless startups and established companies now focusing on AI, the role of UX in this AI-first world is more crucial than ever.

​This webinar deep-dives into how AI has revolutionized UX functions and will continue to examine the new challenges and opportunities it presents. Our expert panel will discuss how UX professionals can adapt and thrive in this evolving landscape, focusing on current implementations, future trends, and the ethical dimensions of AI in design.

Sharbani’s presentation focuses on Art of War principles that shaped her DesignOps strategy in a corporate space. It includes her personal stories, experiences and industry examples of where and how the Art of War principles have achieved great outcomes.