{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F47d13f3a-51e7-4337-a8b0-520c9a612c2a","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Leadership That Builds People First: AI Agents, Small Language Models, and Preserving Black History with Stephanie Sylvestre","description":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOn BizBlend, host Sana digs into steady leadership in a fast-moving AI world with entrepreneur and technologist Stephanie Sylvestre. From defining \u201chuman in the loop\u201d to using small language models layered over LLMs and digital twins to preserve Black legacy, Stephanie breaks down practical guardrails leaders can use now: curate data, set clear value systems, design for consent and context, and prioritize outcomes over optics. We also get blunt career advice for underrepresented youth\u2014projects over certificates, networking over mass applications\u2014and a simple, budget-friendly first step for small museums and community orgs to start responsibly with AI.\nAbout the Guest:\nStephanie Sylvestre is a founder and operator working at the intersection of AI, culture, and leadership. Her work includes building AI agents, developing small language model layers for safer, value-aligned outputs, and creating digital twins to preserve Black history.\nKey Takeaways :\n\n\nSteady leadership is human: create psychological safety, own the failures, celebrate the wins, and clear blockers so teams can rise.\n\n\nBias needs structure, not slogans: place a small language model (curated, values-aligned data) on top of an LLM and instruct it to \u201cwin\u201d when there\u2019s conflict.\n\n\nPreserving legacy with AI: build digital twins from a person\u2019s lived work\u2014writings, achievements, voice\u2014so the output reflects that individual\u2019s worldview with consent and context.\n\n\nCraft before scale: curate sources, define guardrails, and document assumptions; treat innovation as stewardship, not just throughput.\n\n\nFirst step for small orgs: use a paid AI tool to create simple, internal agents for research or writing flows\u2014start tiny, keep humans in the loop.\n\n\nSkills that move the needle: hands-on projects beat stacks of certificates; show working agents, explain choices, iterate from real-world use.\n\n\nNetworking over numbers: targeted outreach and genuine relationships outperform sending 1,000 generic resumes.\n\n\nDeal-killers to avoid: change resistance and \u201creplace people with AI.\u201d Design systems that augment people; don\u2019t erase them.\n\n\nHow to Connect with the Guest:\n\n\nLinkedIn: Mention you heard Stephanie on BizBlend and share one idea you\u2019re exploring.\n\n\n\nWant to be a guest on BizBlend?DM on PM \u2013 Send me a message on PodMatchDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\nDisclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.\n\nHealthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it\u2019s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty\u2014storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate\u2014this channel shares powerful podcasts and conversations on:\u2022 Mental Health & Emotional Well-being\u2022 Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth\u2022 Holistic Healing & Conscious Living\u2022 Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment\nWith over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.Subscribe and be part of this healing journey.\nContactBrand: Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122Email: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.comWebsite: www.healthymindbyavik.comBased in: India & USA\nOpen to collaborations, guest appearances, coaching, and strategic partnerships. Let\u2019s connect to create a ripple effect of positivity.\nCHECK PODCAST SHOWS & BE A GUEST:Listen to our 17 Podcast Shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavikBe a gues","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/8749df67-2e89-47dd-9fdd-acf47e22a55b/1b228e298d805a68.jpg"}