Episodios

  • Can AI Run a Business: The Path to the Autonomous Enterprise
    Mar 3 2025

    In this episode of Inside Scoop Podcast, founder and Chief Investment Officer Sean Emory from Avory & Co. talks to Yuma Heymans, founder and CEO of O-mega AI, a pioneer in the field of autonomous business operations. They delve into O-mega AI's vision of fully automating company tasks such as software engineering, marketing, sales, and operations with minimal human intervention. Heymans explains the benefits, challenges, and future implications of implementing AI agents in business workflows. They also discuss the evolving role of humans in an AI-driven world, investment opportunities in the AI landscape, and how companies can prepare for a future where AI-human hybrid workforces become the norm. The conversation highlights the potential transformation AI could bring to various aspects of enterprise operations, making automation more accessible and efficient.00:00 Introduction to the Inside Scoop Podcast01:09 Meet Yuma Heymans: Founder and CEO of Omega AI01:48 The Vision of an Autonomous Business04:20 Challenges and Realities of AI Implementation06:48 The Role of Humans in an AI-Driven World10:16 Personal Challenges in Building an AI Business12:06 Departmental Automation: Software Engineering, Marketing, and Sales26:28 The Future of AI in Business and Investment39:01 Rapid Fire Questions and Bold Predictions44:32 Conclusion and Where to Find More InformationLearn more about Avory https://www.avory.xyz/_______Disclaimer Avory & Co. is a Registered Investment Adviser. This platform is solely for informational purposes. Advisory services are only offered to clients or prospective clients where Avory & Co. and its representatives are properly licensed or exempt from licensure. Past performance is no guarantee of future returns. Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal capital. No advice may be rendered by Avory & Co. unless a client service agreement is in place.Listeners and viewers are encouraged to seek advice from a qualified tax, legal, or investment adviser to determine whether any information presented may be suitable for their specific situation. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.“Likes” are not intended to be endorsements of our firm, our advisors or our services. Please be aware that while we monitor comments and “likes” left on this page, we do not endorse or necessarily share the same opinions expressed by site users. While we appreciate your comments and feedback, please be aware that any form of testimony from current or past clients about their experience with our firm is strictly forbidden under current securities laws. Please honor our request to limit your posts to industry-related educational information and comments. Third-party rankings and recognitions are no guarantee of future investment success and do not ensure that a client or prospective client will experience a higher level of performance or results. These ratings should not be construed as an endorsement of the advisor by any client nor are they representative of any one client's evaluation.Please reach out to Houston Hess our head of Compliance and Operations for any further details. Find more here https://www.avory.xyz/disclaimer-page

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    46 m
  • Disrupting Aviation Industry with Founder of Lyte Aviation
    Dec 30 2024

    In this conversation, Freshta Farzam, founder and CEO of LYTE Aviation, discusses the future of EVTOLs (Electric Vehicle Takeoff and Landing) and the aviation industry. She highlights the need for innovation in air transportation, particularly through the use of hydrogen propulsion and the potential for autonomous flight. The discussion covers market opportunities, safety considerations, regulatory challenges, and the competitive landscape in the EVTOL space.


    Chapters


    00:00 Introduction to LYTE Aviation and EVTOLs

    03:02 The Current State of the Aviation Industry

    05:49 Hydrogen Propulsion: A Game Changer

    09:13 Market Opportunities and Business Cases

    12:02 Safety and Regulatory Considerations

    14:57 The Future of Autonomous Flight

    18:12 Funding and Competition in the EVTOL Space

    21:01 Regulatory Landscape and Future Outlook


    Learn more about Avory https://www.avory.xyz/


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    Disclaimer


    Avory & Co. is a Registered Investment Adviser. This platform is solely for informational purposes. Advisory services are only offered to clients or prospective clients where Avory & Co. and its representatives are properly licensed or exempt from licensure. Past performance is no guarantee of future returns. Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal capital. No advice may be rendered by Avory & Co. unless a client service agreement is in place.


    Listeners and viewers are encouraged to seek advice from a qualified tax, legal, or investment adviser to determine whether any information presented may be suitable for their specific situation. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.


    “Likes” are not intended to be endorsements of our firm, our advisors or our services. Please be aware that while we monitor comments and “likes” left on this page, we do not endorse or necessarily share the same opinions expressed by site users. While we appreciate your comments and feedback, please be aware that any form of testimony from current or past clients about their experience with our firm is strictly forbidden under current securities laws. Please honor our request to limit your posts to industry-related educational information and comments.


    Third-party rankings and recognitions are no guarantee of future investment success and do not ensure that a client or prospective client will experience a higher level of performance or results. These ratings should not be construed as an endorsement of the advisor by any client nor are they representative of any one client's evaluation.



    Please reach out to Houston Hess our head of Compliance and Operations for any further details.



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    28 m
  • Transforming Asset Management via Tokenization w/ Jeremy Schwartz
    Dec 30 2024

    Summary In this conversation, Jeremy Schwartz, the Global Chief Investment Officer at WisdomTree, discusses the evolution of ETFs with Sean Emory, Founder of Avory & Co. They discuss the impact of tokenization on asset management, and the future of digital wallets. Jeremy emphasizes the importance of adapting to macro trends and shares insights on investing in Japan and the significance of currency hedging. Schwartz also highlights the innovative strategies WisdomTree is implementing to stay ahead in the fintech landscape. Chapters 00:00 The Evolution of WisdomTree and ETFs 04:05 Tokenization and Its Impact on Asset Management 11:17 The Future of Digital Wallets and Consumer Finance 16:29 Navigating Macro Trends and Market Predictions 28:49 Investing in Japan and the Importance of Currency Hedging Learn more about Avory https://www.avory.xyz/ _______ Disclaimer Avory & Co. is a Registered Investment Adviser. This platform is solely for informational purposes. Advisory services are only offered to clients or prospective clients where Avory & Co. and its representatives are properly licensed or exempt from licensure. Past performance is no guarantee of future returns. Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal capital. No advice may be rendered by Avory & Co. unless a client service agreement is in place. Listeners and viewers are encouraged to seek advice from a qualified tax, legal, or investment adviser to determine whether any information presented may be suitable for their specific situation. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. “Likes” are not intended to be endorsements of our firm, our advisors or our services. Please be aware that while we monitor comments and “likes” left on this page, we do not endorse or necessarily share the same opinions expressed by site users. While we appreciate your comments and feedback, please be aware that any form of testimony from current or past clients about their experience with our firm is strictly forbidden under current securities laws. Please honor our request to limit your posts to industry-related educational information and comments. Third-party rankings and recognitions are no guarantee of future investment success and do not ensure that a client or prospective client will experience a higher level of performance or results. These ratings should not be construed as an endorsement of the advisor by any client nor are they representative of any one client's evaluation. Please reach out to Houston Hess our head of Compliance and Operations for any further details. Find more here https://www.avory.xyz/disclaimer-page

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    33 m
  • Uber, Amazon with Mark Mahaney and Sean Emory
    Dec 13 2024

    Avory Idea Day 2024 with Sean Emory and Mark Mahaney In this conversation, Mark Mahaney discusses the current state of the internet, highlighting positive macro trends and the impact of AI on business efficiency and product innovation. He emphasizes the importance of careful expense management among companies and shares insights from his book, 'Nothing but Net,' focusing on investment strategies for high-quality stocks. The discussion also touches on the future of decentralized internet and the potential of companies like Uber in the evolving market landscape. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Avory Idea Day 2024 01:31 The Current State of the Internet 05:42 Macro Trends and Company Performance 12:44 The Role of AI in Business 20:19 Future of Decentralized Internet 22:40 Insights from 'Nothing but Net' 30:05 Investment Strategies and High-Quality Stocks Learn more about Avory https://www.avory.xyz/ _______ Disclaimer Avory & Co. is a Registered Investment Adviser. This platform is solely for informational purposes. Advisory services are only offered to clients or prospective clients where Avory & Co. and its representatives are properly licensed or exempt from licensure. Past performance is no guarantee of future returns. Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal capital. No advice may be rendered by Avory & Co. unless a client service agreement is in place. Listeners and viewers are encouraged to seek advice from a qualified tax, legal, or investment adviser to determine whether any information presented may be suitable for their specific situation. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. “Likes” are not intended to be endorsements of our firm, our advisors or our services. Please be aware that while we monitor comments and “likes” left on this page, we do not endorse or necessarily share the same opinions expressed by site users. While we appreciate your comments and feedback, please be aware that any form of testimony from current or past clients about their experience with our firm is strictly forbidden under current securities laws. Please honor our request to limit your posts to industry-related educational information and comments. Third-party rankings and recognitions are no guarantee of future investment success and do not ensure that a client or prospective client will experience a higher level of performance or results. These ratings should not be construed as an endorsement of the advisor by any client nor are they representative of any one client's evaluation. Please reach out to Houston Hess our head of Compliance and Operations for any further details. Find more here https://www.avory.xyz/disclaimer-page

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    33 m
  • $2B Jamf is "Gold Standard" via Partner Rocketman Tech
    Oct 24 2024

    In this conversation, Founding Partner and Chief Investment Officer at Avory & Co. Sean Emory interviews Christopher Shasse, founder of Rocketman Tech, discussing the role of Jamf in managing Apple devices in enterprise environments. They explore Jamf's history, its relationship with Apple, and the competitive landscape, particularly focusing on Microsoft Intune as a significant competitor. The discussion also touches on Jamf's security solutions and the future direction of the company following the JNUC conference. Learn more about Rocketman Tech: https://www.rocketman.tech/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rocketman-tech/about/Youtube Video: Intune vs Jamf: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tEI52ho411A Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Jamf and Rocketman Tech 03:00 The Role of Jamf in Enterprise IT 05:52 Understanding Jamf Users and Administrators 09:13 Jamf's Relationship with Apple 12:02 Competitive Landscape: Jamf vs. Apple Business Essentials 14:55 Microsoft Intune: A Major Competitor 17:53 Jamf's Future and Expansion Strategies 21:14 Security Solutions and Opportunities for Growth 25:05 Post-Conference Reflections and Future Directions Keywords Jamf, Rocketman Tech, Apple, enterprise IT, Microsoft Intune, security solutions, technology conference, JNUC, IT management, MDM Disclaimer Avory & Co. is a Registered Investment Adviser. This platform is solely for informational purposes. Advisory services are only offered to clients or prospective clients where Avory & Co. and its representatives are properly licensed or exempt from licensure. Past performance is no guarantee of future returns. Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal capital. No advice may be rendered by Avory & Co. unless a client service agreement is in place. Listeners and viewers are encouraged to seek advice from a qualified tax, legal, or investment adviser to determine whether any information presented may be suitable for their specific situation. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. “Likes” are not intended to be endorsements of our firm, our advisors or our services. Please be aware that while we monitor comments and “likes” left on this page, we do not endorse or necessarily share the same opinions expressed by site users. While we appreciate your comments and feedback, please be aware that any form of testimony from current or past clients about their experience with our firm is strictly forbidden under current securities laws. Please honor our request to limit your posts to industry-related educational information and comments. Third-party rankings and recognitions are no guarantee of future investment success and do not ensure that a client or prospective client will experience a higher level of performance or results. These ratings should not be construed as an endorsement of the advisor by any client nor are they representative of any one client's evaluation. Please reach out to Houston Hess our head of Compliance and Operations for any further details. Find more here https.⁠www.avory.xyz/disclaimer-pagee

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    33 m
  • Post Mortem: Block's $3B Buyback and Beat and Raise
    Aug 2 2024

    ABOUT AVORY & CO. Avory & Co is an asset manager focused on Investing Where the World is Headed. Managing high-conviction equity strategies, emphasizing Secular Growth and Transformation Stories. We seek exceptional teams. TODAY'S EPISODE In this episode, Sean Emory, the Founder and Chief Investment Officer at Avory & Co. provides a postmortem Block's earnings report.


    Chapters


    00:00 Square's Focus on Product and Profitable Growth

    01:14 Exceeding Guidance and Share Buyback

    03:11 Strong Performance in the Cash App Ecosystem

    06:33 Expanding Partnerships and Streamlining the App


    Disclaimer Avory & Co. is a Registered Investment Adviser. This platform is solely for informational purposes. Advisory services are only offered to clients or prospective clients where Avory & Co. and its representatives are properly licensed or exempt from licensure. Past performance is no guarantee of future returns. Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal capital. No advice may be rendered by Avory & Co. unless a client service agreement is in place. Listeners and viewers are encouraged to seek advice from a qualified tax, legal, or investment adviser to determine whether any information presented may be suitable for their specific situation. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. “Likes” are not intended to be endorsements of our firm, our advisors or our services. Please be aware that while we monitor comments and “likes” left on this page, we do not endorse or necessarily share the same opinions expressed by site users. While we appreciate your comments and feedback, please be aware that any form of testimony from current or past clients about their experience with our firm is strictly forbidden under current securities laws. Please honor our request to limit your posts to industry-related educational information and comments. Third-party rankings and recognitions are no guarantee of future investment success and do not ensure that a client or prospective client will experience a higher level of performance or results. These ratings should not be construed as an endorsement of the advisor by any client nor are they representative of any one client's evaluation. Please reach out to Houston Hess our head of Compliance and Operations for any further details. Find more here https.⁠www.avory.xyz/disclaimer-pagee
    Avory is an investor at the time of this recording.

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    9 m
  • Post Mortem: Fiverr's Rallies 20%, Acquisition and $300m Target
    Aug 1 2024

    ABOUT AVORY & CO. Avory & Co is an asset manager focused on Investing Where the World is Headed. Managing high-conviction equity strategies, emphasizing Secular Growth and Transformation Stories. We seek exceptional teams. TODAY'S EPISODE In this episode, Sean Emory, the Founder and Chief Investment Officer at Avory & Co. provides a postmortem Fiverr's earnings report. He discusses Fiverr earnings and possibility of why the 20% increase in stock price. They announced a plan for $300 million in cumulative cash flow over the next three years and highlighted the convergence of Gap and Non-Gap as their stock-based compensation plans start to lap. They also announced the acquisition of AutoDS, a leading software player for dropshippers.


    Avory is an investor is Fiverr at the time of this and this is not a recommendation.

    Chapters

    00:00 Earnings and Future Outlook

    01:23 Acquisition of AutoDS

    03:46 Record EBITDA Margin and Revenue Growth

    05:39 Attracting Higher-Value Buyers and Increasing Spend per Buyer

    06:35 Take Rate and Revenue from Value-Added Services

    09:29 Balance Sheet and Future Growth

    Disclaimer Avory & Co. is a Registered Investment Adviser. This platform is solely for informational purposes. Advisory services are only offered to clients or prospective clients where Avory & Co. and its representatives are properly licensed or exempt from licensure. Past performance is no guarantee of future returns. Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal capital. No advice may be rendered by Avory & Co. unless a client service agreement is in place. Listeners and viewers are encouraged to seek advice from a qualified tax, legal, or investment adviser to determine whether any information presented may be suitable for their specific situation. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. “Likes” are not intended to be endorsements of our firm, our advisors or our services. Please be aware that while we monitor comments and “likes” left on this page, we do not endorse or necessarily share the same opinions expressed by site users. While we appreciate your comments and feedback, please be aware that any form of testimony from current or past clients about their experience with our firm is strictly forbidden under current securities laws. Please honor our request to limit your posts to industry-related educational information and comments. Third-party rankings and recognitions are no guarantee of future investment success and do not ensure that a client or prospective client will experience a higher level of performance or results. These ratings should not be construed as an endorsement of the advisor by any client nor are they representative of any one client's evaluation. Please reach out to Houston Hess our head of Compliance and Operations for any further details. Find more here https.⁠www.avory.xyz/disclaimer-pagee

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    12 m
  • Post Mortem: Meta's Earnings and Ai Ambitions
    Aug 1 2024

    ABOUT AVORY & CO.

    Avory & Co is an asset manager focused on Investing Where the World is Headed. Managing high-conviction equity strategies, emphasizing Secular Growth and Transformation Stories. We seek exceptional teams.

    TODAY'S EPISODE In this episode, Sean Emory provides a postmortem on Meta's earnings report. He discusses the revenue, profits, user engagement, and growth of Meta. He highlights the success of Meta's VR and AR experiences, particularly the demand for their Ray-Ban meta glasses. Sean also explores how AI is being embedded across Meta's platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and the Quest and AR platform.

    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction

    01:24 Meta's Financial Performance

    02:22 Success of VR and AR Experiences

    05:36 Embedding AI Across Platforms

    08:00 CapEx and AI Development

    13:45 Conclusion

    Disclaimer Avory & Co. is a Registered Investment Adviser. This platform is solely for informational purposes. Advisory services are only offered to clients or prospective clients where Avory & Co. and its representatives are properly licensed or exempt from licensure. Past performance is no guarantee of future returns. Investing involves risk and possible loss of principal capital. No advice may be rendered by Avory & Co. unless a client service agreement is in place. Listeners and viewers are encouraged to seek advice from a qualified tax, legal, or investment adviser to determine whether any information presented may be suitable for their specific situation. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. “Likes” are not intended to be endorsements of our firm, our advisors or our services. Please be aware that while we monitor comments and “likes” left on this page, we do not endorse or necessarily share the same opinions expressed by site users. While we appreciate your comments and feedback, please be aware that any form of testimony from current or past clients about their experience with our firm is strictly forbidden under current securities laws. Please honor our request to limit your posts to industry-related educational information and comments. Third-party rankings and recognitions are no guarantee of future investment success and do not ensure that a client or prospective client will experience a higher level of performance or results. These ratings should not be construed as an endorsement of the advisor by any client nor are they representative of any one client's evaluation. Please reach out to Houston Hess our head of Compliance and Operations for any further details. Find more here https.⁠www.avory.xyz/disclaimer-pagee

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    14 m