Founders' Tales - Building Steerable AI Systems That Adapt in Real Time

In this episode of Founders’ Tales, we sit down with Stephen Kemmerling, Founder and CTO of Orca, to explore how his company is redefining the way AI systems are built and controlled. With nearly two decades of experience in machine learning, Stephen shares how Orca enables developers to build steerable and adaptable AI models that can be fine-tuned and updated in real time which is something traditional systems often struggle to achieve.

He talks about the early challenges of creating accessible AI tools, the importance of understanding customer needs through live demos, and what it’s like to hire a CEO to replace yourself as founder. Stephen also discusses building a distributed team from Boston, balancing innovation with practicality, and how maintaining perspective helps founders navigate the emotional ups and downs of startup life.

If you’re passionate about AI, startups, and the future of real-time intelligent systems, this conversation is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.

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