In this episode of Prodity: Product by Design, Kyle Evans interviews Andrew Amann, CEO and co-founder of NineTwoThree AI Studio. Andrew shares his extensive experience in entrepreneurship, product development, and the challenges of building AI products. We discuss the importance of understanding product-market fit, the patent process, and the journey of founding multiple companies. Andrew emphasizes the significance of focusing on a specific audience and the value of holistic entrepreneurship, where success is measured not just by financial gain but also by personal fulfillment and work-life balance. We also explore the future of AI, its applications across various industries, and the evolving landscape of technology.

Andrew Amann
Andrew Amann is the CEO and co-founder of NineTwoThree AI Studio, an AI Agency building products for funded startups and established brands, such as Consumer Reports, Simplisafe, and Experian. He is the founder of 14 companies with 3 exits, owner of 2 patents, and founder of an Agency Intelligence Community.

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Company: NineTwoThree
LinkedIn: Andrew Amann
Book: The Alchemist

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In this episode of Prodity: Product by Design, Kyle chats with Jason Monberg, CEO of Presence, about the power of product thinking, the thrill of building from scratch, and the importance of team chemistry. With over 25 years of experience spanning engineering, product management, and entrepreneurship, Jason shares lessons from starting companies like Carbon Five and Presence, including how to find the right people, build resilient teams, and apply technology thoughtfully. We also dive into the hype and reality of GenAI, navigating constraints in enterprise organizations, and yes—even homemade pizza ovens. It’s a wide-ranging and insightful conversation you won’t want to miss.

Jason Monberg
Jason Monberg is the founder of South Park Products and the former CEO of Presence. He has over 25 years of experience in digital product development. He previously served as VP of Product Management at MarkLogic, where he drove product strategy and achieved $80 million in annual revenue. Jason also founded Carbon Five, a consultancy specializing in agile software development, and helped grow Composite Software to $20 million in revenue.

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Company: Presence Consulting
LinkedIn: Jason Monberg
Book: The Art of Game Design: A Book of Lenses by Jesse Schell

Other: Ooni Pizza Ovens

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In this episode of Product by Design, Kyle is joined by Kirk Marple, founder and CEO of Graphlit, to explore the world of unstructured data and how it’s transforming with the rise of LLMs and AI-native tools. Kirk shares his journey from working at Microsoft and General Motors to building Graphlit—a platform designed to make unstructured data as usable as structured data.

We dive into:

• The difference between structured and unstructured data
• Real-world use cases across industries like healthcare, real estate, and construction
• Building long-term knowledge graphs and their role in enabling better search and RAG applications
• Lessons learned from starting a developer-focused platform
• Balancing horizontal scale with vertical specificity
• The importance of product vision, scalability, and listening to customers
• How AI is reshaping engineering and product development from the ground up

Whether you're a founder, developer, product manager, or just curious about the future of AI-powered data platforms, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.

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In this episode of Prodity: Product by Design, Kyle interviews Andrew Einhorn, CEO and co-founder of LevelFields, an AI-driven fintech application that automates investment research. Andrew shares his unique background in epidemiology and data science, detailing how it led him to create LevelFields, which focuses on event-driven trading strategies. The conversation explores the importance of user feedback, the role of AI in investment analysis, and how LevelFields differentiates itself from traditional investment platforms. Andrew emphasizes the need for continuous innovation and the lessons learned from his previous ventures.

Takeaways

• User feedback is crucial for product development and improvement.
• AI helps in analyzing vast amounts of data quickly and efficiently.
• Understanding user behavior is key to designing effective software.
• Continuous innovation is essential for staying relevant in the fintech space.

Andrew Einhorn
Andrew Einhorn is the Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of LevelFields, an AI-driven fintech application that automates arduous investment research so investors can find opportunities faster and easier. His mission is to create AI tools that make advanced financial strategies effortless and accessible for all. With over 10 years of experience in building and leading technology and tech-enabled service firms, Andrew has a proven track record of delivering innovative solutions that solve real-world problems and generate value for customers and stakeholders.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/einhorn/

Website: https://www.levelfields.ai/

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In this episode of Product by Design, Kyle chats with Sandy Ryza, lead engineer on the Dagster project, author, and thought leader in data engineering. Sandy shares his journey through the world of data—from building big data tools at Cloudera to working as a data scientist, product manager, and engineer—and how those experiences led him to help create Dagster, an open-source data orchestration platform.

We discuss:

• The evolution of data engineering and the growing complexity of modern data pipelines.
• The role of AI and unstructured data in shaping the future of data platforms.
• How organizations should think about data platforms to avoid costly rework.
• Best practices for managing data complexity using software engineering principles.
• The future of open-source tools in data infrastructure and the push toward interoperability.

Sandy Ryza
Sandy is a lead engineer, author, and thought leader in the domain of data engineering. Sandy co-wrote “Advanced Analytics with PySpark” and “Advanced Analytics with Spark”. He led ML and data science teams at Cloudera, Remix, Clover Health, and KeepTruckin.

Sandy is currently the lead engineer on the Dagster project, an open-source data orchestration platform used in MLOps, data science, IOT and analytics. Sandy is a regular speaker at data engineering and ML conferences.

Links from the Show:

Twitter: @s_RYZ

Dagster: dagster.io

Book: Advanced Analytics with Spark – O'Reilly

Podcast Recommendation: Empire (British Empire & Ottoman Empire history)

Books Sandy is Reading: The Shortest History of India, The Sun Also Rises, Werner Herzog’s Autobiography

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In this episode of Product by Design, host Kyle sits down with JB Benjamin, the CEO and founder of multiple tech companies under the Akuma Engineering umbrella. JB shares his innovative journey in building products designed for a more equitable, decentralized, and privacy-focused digital future.

From post-quantum encrypted messaging tools to Vox Alive's ad-free social media platform, JB dives deep into the philosophies and technologies driving his work. We discuss everything from post-quantum encryption to blockchain to Universal Basic Income. You won't want to miss this one.

JB Benjamin
JB "Jor-El" Benjamin is a tech maverick reshaping the digital landscape. JB has introduced the world to Vox Messenger, a trailblazing post-quantum encrypted messenger, and Vox Crypto, an unprecedented group transaction crypto wallet, both renowned for their ironclad protection of personal data.

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Websites: Akuma, Vox Alive

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In this episode, Kyle sits down with Jake Moshenko, co-founder and CEO of AuthZed, to discuss his journey from working at major tech companies to becoming a two-time founder. After his first company Quay (a Docker registry service) was acquired, he founded AuthZed to solve application permission challenges. Jake shares the contrasts between his two founding experiences, transitioning from a bootstrapped two-person company to a venture-backed enterprise-focused business. He emphasizes the importance of choosing the right problem space and being prepared for the long journey of entrepreneurship. We also discuss the significance of open-source in modern software development and his perspectives on AI technology.

Jake Moshenko
Jake Moshenko has been an innovator in the cloud-native ecosystem for over 15 years. After engineering roles at Amazon and Google, Jake founded Quay, the first private Docker registry, which was acquired by CoreOS. Jake then became an engineering leader at CoreOS, which was acquired by Red Hat (and then IBM). He is now the co-founder and CEO of AuthZed, the company commercializing SpiceDB, the industry-leading cloud-native permissions database.

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LinkedIn: Jake Moshenko

Website: AuthZed
Books: The Martian
Games: Azul

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In this episode of Prodity: Product by Design, Kyle sits down with David CM Carter, a serial entrepreneur and mentor. With over 40 years of experience mentoring top leaders and building innovative businesses, David shares his insights on what separates high-performing organizations and individuals from the rest: character development.

David introduces the concept of "Entelechy"—the realization of one’s full potential—and discusses how his Entelechy Academy is helping individuals and organizations worldwide develop 54 essential character qualities. These qualities not only address the so-called "soft skills crisis" but also provide a practical framework for personal and professional growth.

From stories of transforming workplace productivity to practical advice on becoming the best version of yourself, David shares interesting examples of how focusing on character traits like discipline, kindness, and accountability can yield extraordinary results. Whether you're a leader, a team member, or just someone looking to grow, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways.

David CM Carter

A serial entrepreneur otherwise known as “the World’s Leading CEO Mentor” with a 40+ year track record in creating innovative businesses. David CM Carter has mentored leaders and influencers around the globe.

Entelechy Academy is the entelechy of David’s career and his legacy project, where he has gathered brilliant minds in education, coaching and professional organizations to support millions in becoming the best version of themselves.

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LinkedIn: David CM Carter

Website: Entelechy Academy

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