AI-Driven Approach to Sustainable Supply Chains w/ Cornell Tech Founder Aparajita Thakker | E60

In this episode, Chris Madden and Aparajita discuss AI's wide-ranging impact across industries. Aparajita recounts her journey from Cornell Tech to founding Esger, detailing the company's mission in addressing ESG risks and compliance with global regulations. They explore AI's transformative role in supply chain monitoring and the shift from manual review to automation. The conversation covers Esger's proprietary technology, development, and customer engagement, along with the founders' vision and challenges. They also touch on social and environmental issues, data privacy, startup growth, and the story behind Eschar's name. Aparajita offers advice for navigating a career in AI and shares her optimism for the future & predictions on AI's evolution.