#340 Breaking Ground: Inspiring Success with Anthony, Founder CDO Group, Inc.

Welcome to our latest episode where we're thrilled to introduce our distinguished guest, Reza Rassool. 

Reza stands out as a pioneering force in the tech world, renowned for his groundbreaking contributions and dynamic leadership.

As the Founder and Chair of Kwaai, Reza is at the forefront of democratizing AI. 

His vision and leadership in this developer community are shaping the future of accessible AI technologies.

Reza's tenure as the CTO of RealNetworks is marked by a remarkable pivot from its streaming media roots to becoming a leader in AI. 

With a history of leading startups to over $1 billion in exits, Reza is a proven serial startup pro. 

His knack for value creation has left a significant imprint on the tech landscape.

Reza's innovativeness is evident in his 27 patents granted in the US. 

As an innovator of award-winning technology, his contributions have been both transformative and widely recognized.

His extensive domain expertise spans a vast array of areas including computer vision, edge AI, biomedical devices, hybrid cloud, and more. 

This versatility underscores his comprehensive understanding of the tech industry.

Reza's career highlights include being a founding employee at Zya and Widevine Technologies, both of which were acquired by Google, and serving as the Director of Software at Second Sight, which went public in 2014. 

He also developed the Lightworks NLE, a Technical OSCAR/EMMY winning product, and has been an active inventor, standards body participant, and technical article author.

Reza Rassool's multifaceted career and achievements position him as a true visionary in the tech world. 

Join us as we dive into his journey, insights, and the future of technology with this extraordinary leader.

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Kimber Leigh, an award winning producer/actress/journalist and author. 

Kimber has produced more than 20 film shorts and has an acting span covering more than 40 films both short and long in value. 

She has also garnered a Telly award for excellence in journalism.

Her production work includes producing over 240 TV Episodes for In Session (filmed live at the Microsoft Store) as well as The Animal Rescuers/Global Rescuers show.

Kimber is best known for her award winning film work for the short films, Imoceanation, Hawaiian Housewives are Da Bomb, and Sand in the Crack which have won awards worldwide.

She is the founder of The Wow Factor, a program that mentors both men and women to help them find their way through life successfully. 

Her motto for others is: “There is no success when there is failure in the home.

Kimber has authored the best selling books like Greta GarBITCH; A True Story of Life loss Light and love as well as the book, From Top Dog to Underdog; Understanding and Recognizing Your Irresistible Power. 

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Yan Wu is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in finance, technology, and artificial intelligence. 

As the Co-Founder and COO of Bond Financial Technologies, Inc., he has played a pivotal role in raising over $42 million in investments from prominent institutions such as Goldman Sachs, Mastercard, Coatue, and Canaan Partners. 

Bond is a groundbreaking banking-as-a-service platform that empowers both consumer and enterprise clients to enhance their customer experiences by embedding financial products seamlessly.

Yan's career journey has been marked by significant accomplishments. 

Prior to his role at Bond, he served as the VP of Data at SoFi, a leading consumer fintech firm valued at $8 billion. 

During his tenure, he spearheaded the growth of the Data Science and Analytics team, expanding it from 6 to 60 experts. 

Under his leadership, the team leveraged analytics, data science, and machine learning to optimize various facets of the business, including marketing, underwriting, product development, pricing, and operational efficiency.

Before venturing into the fintech sector, Yan Wu dedicated 15 years to the investment industry, where he made significant contributions. 

Notably, he held the position of Head of Analytics and Portfolio Construction at BlackRock, a global giant managing over $11 trillion in assets. 

At BlackRock, Yan was responsible for overseeing the $600 billion quant fund and played a pivotal role in the development of Aladdin, a pioneering risk management platform that currently supervises more than $20 trillion in assets worldwide.

Yan's educational background is equally impressive. 

He holds an MBA from the prestigious Wharton School and a BS in Engineering from UC Berkeley. 

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Yan is a devoted mentor at Data Science 4 All's Women's Summit and has been involved in various community organizations, including serving as a former board member at WOMAN Inc. and as a mentor at Upwardly Global. 

His extensive expertise and dedication to empowe

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Edward is an award-winning executive with a remarkable track record in telecommunications, engineering, and IT leadership. 

Edward was named Senior Manager of the Year at a Fortune 50 company, T-Mobile. But that's just the tip of the iceberg. He's known for orchestrating some incredible market turnarounds regionally and nationally. At T-Mobile, as the Director of Engineering Operations, he's not just overseeing projects; he's managing a customer base of over 5 million people and leading a team of over 250 skilled professionals. He has impacted connecting people in major US cities like Miami, Philadelphia, and Denver.

Edward isn't just good at what he does; he's a master collaborator, seamlessly linking engineering, project management, business development, and construction to deliver top-notch technology solutions and transitions. His record speaks for itself: he's the visionary behind significant network operations, construction projects, and performance enhancements that have left a lasting mark on the industry.

But here's the thing about Edward: his heart is in mentoring the next generation of leaders. He's all about hard work, integrity, adaptability, inclusivity, and empathy. In Edward's world, setting the bar high isn't just about meeting targets; it's about setting an example for others to follow.

His exceptional communication skills and knack for building relationships and strategic alliances truly set Edward apart. Whether it's with networks, stakeholders, or partners, Edward knows how to connect, inspire, and drive success. That's Edward for you – a leader, a mentor, and a visionary all rolled into one.

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Pete Martinez serves as the Founder, Chairman, and CEO of the SIVOTEC group of companies and holds the position of Chairman at RaiseLink, an innovative enterprise operating at the intersection of Health, FinTech, Technology, AI, and Big Data.

During his impressive 32-year career at IBM, Pete held various leadership roles, including Vice President of Global Business Services and Senior Location Executive for IBM South Florida. 

Notably, he was a part of the original IBM Personal Computer team and played a pivotal role in founding IBM's Internet Division and eBusiness Consulting.

In addition to these accomplishments, Pete holds the title of Research Affiliate at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and serves as a visiting professor at Florida Atlantic University and Florida International University. 

He has also chaired the Florida Research Consortium Board of Directors and held senior positions at the Palm Beach Medical Education Company.

Furthermore, Pete played a crucial role as Senior Vice President at the Quantum Group, contributing significantly to the company's Initial Product Offering (IPO). 

He currently co-chairs the Brain Health Project Foundation and serves on the board of Student ACES, an organization dedicated to youth leadership development.

With an extensive portfolio, Pete Martinez boasts over 30 patents and technical publications. He is a sought-after keynote speaker at international conferences and has received media coverage from prestigious outlets such as the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, ABC News, The Economist, Univision, and CNN. He has also delivered presentations at the United Nations.

In recognition of his contributions, Pete Martinez was inducted into the Miami Dade College Hall of Fame in 2004 and received the 2007 Cal Kovens Service Medallion Award from Florida International University. Furthermore, the Mayor of Boca Raton, Florida, proclaimed June 22, 2007, as "Pete Martinez Day" in his honor.

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After earning a Ph.D. in 1988, Sandeep entered the electronics industry, where he was fortunate to lead incredible teams that invented and built technologies and products that we use every day via cell phones, Bluetooth, mobile-satellite systems, software for cars, and semiconductors. 

He is a Fellow of IEEE and a named inventor on 180 patents. After a long and fruitful career in executive roles at Ericsson, Sony-Ericsson, Freescale, AMD, and BlackBerry he returned to consulting and the start-up world. 

He is currently COO at Uhnder Inc., a pioneer in digital-imaging radar. 

He is the author of the book Your Company is Your Castle.

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Anita Huberman is an extraordinary leader with a remarkable track record spanning three decades of service. 

For 17 years, she has served as the President & CEO of the Surrey Board of Trade, a position she has held with unwavering dedication. 

Her leadership has made a significant impact on one of Canada's largest cities, serving over 6,000 member contacts.

Anita's list of achievements is truly impressive. 

She has received numerous accolades, including being named one of the Top 50 Women Leaders in Vancouver in 2023, receiving SFU's Distinguished Alumni Award in 2022, and being recognized as one of the 15 Outstanding Canadians in 2021. 

She is an Honorary Captain of the Royal Canadian Navy (appointed by Canada’s Minister of National Defence, just re-appointed for her third term till 2024), and holds the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal. 

She was a nominee for the 2013 YWCA Women of Distinction Award and a proud recipient of the 2011 Business in Vancouver's Top 40 Under 40 award. She was awarded the 2019 Surrey Community Builder of the Year and received a Canada 150 Community Medal.

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Randall is a serial entrepreneur, coaches CEOs on scaling their business, and leads the Braintrust Professional Institute. 

He shares his unique perspective through his eight books (one a best seller), 600+ articles, podcasts, keynote speeches, virtual presentations, and advisory relationships.  

He has helped global organizations solve their toughest problems, and helped many innovators scale.  

Randall serves on both corporate and not-for-profit boards, and frequently appears as an expert in the media. 

He has earned an FCMC, CFA, MBA, CSP, and a Black Belt in Karate. Randall has also been inducted into the Canadian Speaking Hall of Fame.

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Dov Baron is the founder and CEO of Dov Baron International. He is a preeminent expert in helping leaders create life-and-work meaning. His models and strategies of the Emotional Source Code and the Anatomy of Meaning are used by leaders in business and government worldwide.

Dov has been named a Top 30 Global Leadership Guru five times and an Inc. Magazine Top Leadership Speaker twice. 

He is the creator and host of two popular podcasts, “Leadership & Loyalty, which has been named the #1 podcast for Fortune 500 Executives by Apple podcasts, and "Curiosity Bites,” which has featured hundreds of hours of interviews with top leaders, scientists, theologians, military intelligence officers, and artists. 

He has written for or been interviewed by many media outlets, including CEO World, CNN, Elle Italia, Entrepreneur, and FOX. 

He is the author of several books, including bestsellers on Amazon. 

As a speaker, Dov has presented to the United Nations, the Department of State, the World Management Forum, the Servant Leadership Institute, The World Management Forum in Iran, and the United States Air Force.

Dov's lifelong search for meaning began in poverty-stricken Northern England, surrounded by crime, violence, and addiction. Determined to escape suffering and abuse, he embarked on a transformative journey, learning from renowned thinkers and becoming a successful entrepreneur across three continents. 

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Anthony Amunategui, the Founder of CDO Group, Inc. 

CDO Group is an industry leader providing a full range of corporate construction development and project management services. Since its inception in 1998, they have represented hundreds of clients in a wide range of varying industries in all 50 states.

Anthony started his career painting houses during college, he unexpectedly caught the attention of a Project Manager at a Discovery Zone, where his exceptional efficiency and craftsmanship as a painter stood out. 

This led to a remarkable opportunities. 

Anthony and his team revolutionized the construction timeline for Discovery Zone playgrounds, reducing it to an impressive duration of just under seven days. 

He leveraged his expertise to excel at Boston Chicken (now known as Boston Market), Einstein Bagels, Au Bon Pain, and Panera Bread. In each case, his outstanding performance resulted in him essentially working himself out of a job. 

This inspired the conception of an outsourced construction management group, which gave birth to CDO Group. With a prestigious client roster including Hampton Inn & Suites, McDonald's, Starbucks, TGI Friday's, Kate Spade, Gap, Mac Cosmetics, Ann Taylor, and Dunkin' Brands, it's evident why CDO Group became a highly sought-after company. 

Anthony's authentic enthusiasm for construction, innovative concepts, empowering individuals, and the constant pursuit of personal growth has captivated me, and I believe it will have the same effect on you. 

If you aspire to break through the glass ceiling that's hindering your progress, this episode is for you.

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