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RADAR is bringing real-time intelligence to physical retail, powering the next generation of AI-driven commerce. With Abi Viswanathan joining as CFO, the company adds a proven operator to help scale what’s already become one of the most ambitious platforms in retail technology.

Daversa and Greycroft brought together AI and product leaders in NY operating at the center of where the market is headed. In an industry that moves at an unforgiving pace, rooms like this matter. Thanks to the Greycroft team for the partnership.

Samuel Huckaby joins Nscale as President of Data Centers at a defining moment. AI infrastructure demand is outpacing the talent to build it. Proven hyperscale operators are rare. Sam is one of them—and now he’s leading one of the most critical buildouts in the market.

Oura is redefining what wearables can be—building one of the most trusted platforms in consumer health as it deepens its position at the center of personalized health. Edward (Jay) Wedge joining as SVP, Deputy General Counsel marks a key step in that trajectory.

Embodied AI is moving from concept to reality and Apptronik is helping define what comes next. With Dan Chu (CPO), Kevin Garell (SVP Support & Services), and Chirag Shah (VP Software), they’re building the team to bring humanoid robotics into real-world environments at scale.

Proud to share Daversa was named Organization of the Year in the Business Intelligence Group’s 2026 Excellence in Customer Service Awards. Built on speed, ownership, and accountability—because when execution is everything, alignment is the difference. bwnews.pr/48gXhLG

Reinventing a platform as foundational as Windows at this scale takes real intent. Nanda Ramachandran joining Microsoft as CMO of Windows & Devices signals a decisive move to position Windows at the center of the AI era while driving cohesion across a global ecosystem.

Last week in LA, we partnered with The Outset to host The State of Beverage. Ben Witte, Jared Jacobs, and Harry Schuhmacher joined the panel, moderated by Caroline Levy, sharing what it takes to build enduring brands in the consumer beverage space. Thanks to all who joined us.

The Home Depot is moving with intent on AI and aligning its leadership accordingly. Franziska Bell joins as EVP and CTO, shaping how a Fortune 50 operator integrates AI across a business defined by scale and complexity.

We hosted ConnectUs at our Westport office, bringing together driven students for a day of exposure, perspective, and real-world insight. Through small group sessions and open conversations, they got a closer look at how teams operate and lead. Proud to continue our partnership.

At MrBeast’s scale, visibility isn’t the challenge, it’s how that visibility is managed, shaped, and sustained. That’s why Gaude Lydia Paez joining as Chief Communications Officer matters. This is a company redefining content, commerce, and culture at global scale.

Baseten is becoming core infrastructure for teams building and deploying AI at scale. As demand accelerates, Sameer Paranjype joins as SVP of Engineering, bringing experience scaling systems where reliability is non-negotiable. An inflection point, met with a disciplined builder.

Hims & Hers operates at the intersection of healthcare and consumer, with meaningful scale and market visibility. Kathryn Beiser joins as Chief Communications Officer, bringing deep sector experience to lead what comes next.

We’re proud to share that Daversa's Founder & CEO Paul Daversa has been named a 2026 AI Excellence Award winner by Business Intelligence Group. His leadership pushed Daversa to operate with an AI-augmented mindset and move at the speed of AI. Read more: bwnews.pr/4lL4toF

At the Tectonic Defense Summit in Austin, operators, investors, and builders came together to shape what’s next in national security. The conversations matched the stakes—technical, urgent, and grounded in zero margin for error.

AI in customer experience isn’t lacking tools, it’s lacking clarity. Plenty of companies can build but far fewer know how to position, scale, and actually win at the enterprise level. Quiq is leaning into that gap with the addition of Jen Grant as CMO.

We’re proud to announce the promotions of Alana North, Carly Rizzo, Danny Nilsen, Emma Mango, Kendall Simmons, Angela Pezzello, Brittany Rosenfeld, Nicole Kaylor, & Connor Freeborn to Managing Director. Read More: bit.ly/4rwUox9

Nscale is building the backbone of the AI revolution. Now, Sheryl Sandberg has joined its Board of Directors. A titan of modern tech and one of the most influential operators of our time, her appointment signals the scale and magnitude of of Nscale’s ambition.

This week in SF, Daversa hosted an intimate dinner with a curated group of GTM, revenue, and sales leaders. As expectations rise, getting the right leaders around one table acts as a catalyst - pressure-testing ideas and setting the standard for excellence.

Nscale has emerged as a defining force in AI infrastructure. At that level, security isn’t a function, it’s the foundation. Appointing Latha Maripuri as CISO signals exactly how seriously they take the responsibility of building at scale.