The Data Insights Podcast

AI in Construction: Improving Financial Visibility, with Nancy Bielke, i-Tech Support

In this episode of the Data Insights Podcast, ConverSight CEO Ganesh Gandhieswaran sits down with Nancy Bielke, Senior ERP Sales Executive at i-Tech Support, to discuss how AI and modern ERP systems are changing the way construction companies manage projects, margins, and risk.

Redefining Operations in the Age of AI with Ben Hussey, Katana

In this episode of the Data Insights Podcast, ConverSight CEO Ganesh Gandhieswaran sits down with Ben Hussey, Co-CEO of Katana, to discuss how modern, cloud-native systems and AI are redefining inventory management for today’s SMBs.
From the pain points of managing stock in Excel to the rise of composable tech stacks that integrate Shopify, QuickBooks, and Katana, Ganesh and Ben unpack the real-world challenges of scaling operations, managing volatility, and improving visibility across channels.
Together, they explore how AI is transforming supply chain decision-making—from automating repetitive warehouse tasks to forecasting demand, optimizing cost structures, and even communicating directly with suppliers.

AI in the Warehouse with Kyle Jacobson, Fishbowl

In this episode of the Data Insights podcast, Ganesh and Kyle Jacobson discuss the evolving landscape of inventory management, particularly in the context of supply chain disruptions and the increasing reliance on AI and data analytics. They explore the challenges faced by businesses in managing inventory across multiple channels, the importance of demand forecasting, and how AI can enhance decision-making processes. The conversation also touches on the rise of agentic AI solutions and the future of AI in supply chain management, emphasizing the need for businesses to adapt and leverage technology effectively.

AI and the Future of Ecommerce with Scott Scharf, Scharf Consulting LLC

In this episode of the Data Insights podcast, ConverSight CEO Ganesh Gandhieswaran sits down with e-commerce advisor Scott Scharf to unpack how founders can scale smarter in today’s complex landscape.
From his early days co-founding Catching Clouds, the first e-commerce accounting firm, to helping hundreds of founders optimize their tech stacks, Scott has spent over a decade guiding entrepreneurs out of the 100-hour work week and into sustainable growth.If you’re running a growing e-commerce business—or advising one—this episode will help you see why accurate financials, integrated data, and AI-powered decision support aren’t optional anymore. Scott shares practical steps to move from reactive decision-making to a structured system that supports long-term growth, resilience, and even M&A readiness.

Decision Intelligence & the Rise of AI Agents with Gopinath Jaganmohan, ConverSight

In this episode, ConverSight CEO Ganesh Gandhieswaran sits down with CTO Gopinath Jaganmohan to break down where the industry is heading—and how decision intelligence is replacing outdated BI dashboards for good.
The conversation traces ConverSight’s journey from building an AI-powered report writer to launching Athena Threads, a conversational AI that not only understands your business—but recommends and prioritizes actions to optimize it. Together, they explore how LLMs, AI agents, and unified platforms are accelerating decision-making like never before.

Using AI for Data Integration with Rebekah Rush, CM Buck Associates

In this episode of the Data Insights podcast, Ganesh speaks with Rebekah from CM Buck Associates about the challenges and solutions in data integration and management. They discuss the importance of having a unified data system, the value that ConverSight brings to business operations, and the role of AI in enhancing decision-making processes. Rebekah shares her insights on the necessity of keeping an open mind when considering new technologies and the potential benefits of AI in supporting business operations.

Modern Data & Analytics Gaps with Darshan Shah, AnalytixIN

With AnalytixIN, Darshan Shah is bridging the modern data and analytics gap between talent and companies here in Indiana. Along with bringing together like-minded entrepreneurs, software developers, and others, Darshan acts a mentor and leader among Indiana’s tech scene, and is a leading mind in how companies and people can utilize leading data and analytics technologies to better understand their business.

Fostering Student Growth & New Technology with Chris Frederick, University of Notre Dame

Chris Frederick, Assistant Teaching Professor in the College of Science at the University of Notre Dame, joins Ganesh to discuss Chris's role at the Notre Dame, his focus on fostering student growth, where students/business leaders stand with new tech, and what the future looks like for grads/business executives alike. Presented by ConverSight.

Women’s History Month with Sonali Vijayavargiya, Augment Ventures

Join ConverSight and the Data Insights podcast as we celebrate Women's History Month with stories and experiences from women in tech and across industries.Sonali, a trailblazing entrepreneur and investor, is the dynamic force behind Augment Ventures, a firm dedicated to nurturing startups that revolutionize foundational industries with cutting-edge technology. With a career spanning over two decades, Sonali has been pivotal in guiding businesses from inception to global success. Notably, she led Rediff.com, India's first internet company, to a NASDAQ listing. Since relocating to the U.S. in 2001, Sonali has been instrumental in founding Augment Ventures and shaping it into a recognized leader in venture capital, investing early in and helping scale one of Michigan’s five unicorns, LLamasoft.. Her extensive board roles and advisory position at the University of Michigan reflect her commitment to fostering innovation and mentorship. A holder of a BS in Statistics and an MBA, Sonali's leadership extends beyond the boardroom, balancing her professional achievements with her roles as a technologist, traveler, and mother in Ann Arbor. Augment Ventures is an early-stage venture capital fund investing in companies at the intersection of digitization and data that are transforming traditional industries. Augment seeks mission-driven founders with diverse teams that bring intellectual rigor to solving big, real-world problems. Augment invests in B2B SaaS companies across verticals that are changing the way people live, work, and play around the world. www.augmentventures.comSpecialties: B2B Software, Digitization, Data Management, Supply Chain, Logistics, Fintech, Climatetech

Women’s History Month with Mallory Elias Cvengros

Join ConverSight and the Data Insights podcast as we celebrate Women's History Month with stories and experiences from women in tech and across industries.
Mallory possesses extensive, cross-industry experience with data analytics, predictive modeling and customer experience in organizations large and small. As a CX Analyst, Mallory supports customer-centric culture through data; using her degree in analytics combined with my background in market research, Mallory analyzes and interprets customer and organizational data to derive insights and identify customer pain points.
Mallory excels at translating this data into meaningful and actionable results.