In this second part of our Pioneers Podcast special on Ada IQ, host Paul Musto, co-host Tucker Marion, and CEO Liz Graham dive deep into how Ada IQ is changing the game for product design. With a focus on breaking down data silos and integrating insights from various sources, they explore how AI can help product teams design smarter, faster, and more efficiently. Liz discusses the importance of combining fragmented data from different departments—sales, marketing, and product management—to inform design decisions from the beginning. Ada IQ’s AI technology acts as a co-pilot, helping designers navigate constraints, enhance creativity, and improve the marketability of products. The conversation also explores how AI can democratize complex tools like CAD and simulation, giving more team members the ability to innovate and solve problems without needing specialized knowledge. Liz shares insights into how AI can help make the design process more intuitive and accessible for all types of engineers. With advice for young entrepreneurs and reflections on the evolution of technology, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways for founders and innovators looking to stay ahead of the curve. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How Ada IQ connects fragmented data to inform early-stage product design (0:40) The role of AI in augmenting the work of product designers (3:00) How AI helps bridge the gap between product conception and CAD design (9:30) Key advice for young entrepreneurs navigating the ups and downs of startup life (11:50) How the intersection of academic research and industry drives innovation at Ada IQ (18:00) Golden advice for young entrepreneurs of startup companies (21:50) Connect with Paul Musto LinkedIn Website Connect with Tucker Marion LinkedIn Website Connect with Elizabeth Graham LinkedIn Website