Innovation Fuel

Innovation Fuel

Innovation Fuel is more than just a podcast—it’s a movement. Co-founded and hosted by educators and innovators Dave Keighron and Gelareh Farhadian, Innovation Fuel was born out of a shared passion for bringing real-world, purpose-driven learning into the classroom while helping small and medium-sized businesses tell their stories, solve real challenges, and grow with the support of academic communities.

The AI Revolution: How Fairpoint is Leading the Charge
Innovation Fuel
The AI Revolution: How Fairpoint is Leading the Charge

Recent Episodes

April 22, 2026

The AI Revolution: How Fairpoint is Leading the Charge

<p>In this episode of Innovation Fuel, we explore the transformative power of AI in regulated industries with Nicholas Ning, co-founder and CEO of Fairpoint. Nicholas shares his unique journey from Fashion to Finance and ultimately to AI, detailing how Fairpoint is revolutionizing workflows through agentic coding. Discover the challenges and opportunities that arise when autonomous systems begin to operate alongside humans, and learn how organizations can strategically implement AI while address
April 8, 2026

How to Turn Data Into Better Business Decisions: Insights from TieBreaker AI

<p>In this episode, we welcome Matthias ,Kucharska-Hulsmann CEO of Tiebreaker AI, as we explore the intersection of AI and compliance in organizations. Matthias shares his journey from technical consulting to founding Tiebreaker AI, a SaaS solution designed to help organizations navigate complex compliance landscapes. Discover how Tiebreaker AI transforms data into actionable insights, enabling companies to become audit-ready faster. Join us for a deep dive into the challenges and innovations sh
March 26, 2026

Shaping of The Furure of Employment

<p>What if finding work felt more personal and actually worked?</p><p><br></p><p>Stephanie Brown, CEO of GigsUp, explains how her platform is rethinking talent marketplaces in an AI-driven world. From personalized career matching to education planning, GigsUp is putting people back at the center of career development.</p>
March 10, 2026

Transforming Rent into Credit: The Future of Housing

<p>In this episode of Innovation Fuel, we sit down with Robert Boies, founder and CEO of Rented123, a cutting-edge fintech rental technology platform. Discover how Rented123 is revolutionizing the rental market by empowering renters to build credit through timely rent payments while providing landlords with innovative tools for tenant screening and property management. Robert shares insights on the importance of credit scores, the challenges faced by renters, and how Rented123 is bridging the ga
Feb. 26, 2026

Shower Power: Transforming Water Use with Rainstick Technology

In this episode, we explore the innovative world of sustainable water solutions with Claire Shao, Chief Operating Officer at Rainstick Shower. Discover how this groundbreaking technology is designed to save water without compromising on shower quality. Claire shares her journey from consulting in London to spearheading a clean tech startup in Vancouver, and discusses the mission behind Rainstick. Join us as we delve into the future of water conservation and the impact of technology on our daily
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Feb. 11, 2026

From Research to Reality - AI's Role in Healthcare

>> Gelareh: Got an idea that keeps you up at night or one that makes people say, hm, that will never work. >> Dave: Perfect. That's what we talk about here on Innovation Fuel. So let's get that conversation started. Welcome back to Innovation Fuel. Hey guys, we're here. We've got exciting journey ahead of us today. We've got some really interesting things. We're talking about AI and AI in healthcare. But AI and healthcare, Gelareh has been around for a long period of time and only recently