Medtech Deals 'Meaningfully Rebound' in Q1

How Managers Can Use AI to Boost Productivity

Modern AI systems are now transforming white-collar professions, impacting various roles such as graphic designers, programmers, and writers. As these technologies advance, professionals and managers must adapt to stay competitive.Here are a few key Insights:🔹 McKinsey & Company [https://www.linkedin.com/company/mckinsey/]'s research shows that AI can automate mundane tasks, allowing managers to focus on their high-value leadership activities.🔹 AI tools assist with tasks such as writing reports, tracking team performance, and writing reviews.🔹 Surprisingly, AI systems are able to understand social behaviors and emotions, aiding managers in providing better career advice and feedback.Despite AI's impressive capabilities, it still requires human oversight in order to ensure quality. This highlights the importance of effective human-AI collaboration in management.Managers who leverage AI tools effectively will spend more of their time on strategic tasks, driving productivity and innovation all around.Check out this Digital Journal [https://www.digitaljournal.com/business/how-managers-can-use-ai-to-boost-productivity/article] article for more.Originally published at https://foleyignite.com [https://foleyignite.com]. Discover more about Louis Lehot [https://www.blueoceanglobaltech.com/interview/interview-louis-lehot-lawyer/] and explore additional professional insights on his website: https://louislehot.com [https://louislehot.com]. Explore Related Content: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit louislehotattorney.substack.com [https://louislehotattorney.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Louis Lehot Talks AI, Machine Learning, and Generative Technology

Louis Lehot, [https://www.blueoceanglobaltech.com/interview/interview-louis-lehot-lawyer/] Partner and Business Lawyer at Foley & Lardner LLP [https://foleyignite.com/author/louis-lehot/], hosted a live-stream webinar for startup founders and investors in 2023, a year marked as the era of generative AI. New software, including ChatGPT, DALL-E, Midjourney, and Bard, collectively created one of those rare "This is going to change everything!" moments in Silicon Valley and beyond. For startup founders and investors, the question was: What does Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning mean, and how do we navigate the opportunities ahead? See the full video discussion here [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZituZWYe9UI]. Discover more about Louis Lehot and explore additional professional insights on his website: https://louislehot.com [https://louislehot.com] Explore Related Content: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit louislehotattorney.substack.com [https://louislehotattorney.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Medtech Deals 'Meaningfully Rebound' in Q1

According to a recent PitchBook [https://www.linkedin.com/company/pitchbook/] report, medtech [https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=medtech&highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A7202344008990302209] M&A is on the rise, especially with cardiovascular tech and surgical robotics.Key points to note about this recent shift:▪️ Q1 2024 saw $3.3B in funding, up from $2.8B in Q4 2023▪️ Cardiovascular and surgical robotics led the charge with $2.2B and $1B, respectively, in the past year▪️ About 1/2 of the Q1 funding went to later-stage deals.This surge in deal value suggests there could be a strong rest of the year ahead for manda activity. Stabilizing public medtech valuations could further contribute to this trend, allowing for new opportunities for growth and innovation.Give this Axios article [https://www.axios.com/pro/health-tech-deals/2024/05/29/medtech-deals-rebound-q1-pitchbook-report-medical-devices] a read for more. Discover more about Louis Lehot and explore additional professional insights on his website: https://louislehot.com [https://louislehot.com] Explore Related Content: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit louislehotattorney.substack.com [https://louislehotattorney.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

The Venture Mindset | NACD

NACD Northern California Chapter welcomed renowned innovation and corporate venture expert Ilya Strebulaev [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ilyavcandpe/], professor at the Stanford Graduate School of Business (GSB) and founder and faculty director of the Stanford GSB Venture Capital Initiative, and Claudia Fan Munce [https://www.linkedin.com/in/claudia-fan-munce-ab58536/], venture advisor and board director, to a virtual fireside chat with host and moderator Louis Lehot [https://www.linkedin.com/in/louislehot/], partner at Foley & Lardner, to delve into the captivating world of venture capital and corporate innovation. The panelists explored the strategies of venture capitalists and uncovered the secrets behind the extraordinary success of companies like Amazon and Google, which owe much of their success to the keen insights and bold actions of venture capitalists and their unique ability to identify trends and nurture groundbreaking technologies to shape the future. Watch the video recording here [https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&si=7AaBLWI-XleuRpAy&v=MEaSRFYQe74&feature=youtu.be]. Discover more about Louis Lehot and explore additional professional insights on his website: https://louislehot.com [https://louislehot.com] Explore Related Content: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit louislehotattorney.substack.com [https://louislehotattorney.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Harnessing Global Talent for AI development

In the AI sector, the contributions of immigrants have proven to be invaluable. 2023 marked a pivotal point in AI development, with immigrant talent playing a crucial role. Here are a few insights: ◼ Immigrants both lead and drive innovation in many of the U.S.'s major tech companies. ◼ An impressive 80% of billion-dollar private firms have immigrant founders or key leaders. ◼ The U.S. needs to maintain inflow of global talent to sustain its leadership in AI. ◼ AI enhances military operations significantly, which can safeguard national security and highlights the urgency for specialized expertise. ◼ It's important to address the shortage of technical skills necessary for effective AI management. To sustain technological and security leadership, it's essential to provide pathways for international STEM talent to invest in our long-term sovereignty and security. Give this Crunchbase article [https://news.crunchbase.com/ai/global-talent-key-american-ai-ramani-mpower/] a read for more. Discover more about Louis Lehot and explore additional professional insights on his website: https://louislehot.com [https://louislehot.com] Explore Related Content: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit louislehotattorney.substack.com [https://louislehotattorney.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]