#TGIM July Highlights
MESSAGE FROM OUR CEO
Welcome to #TGIM!
At Able, we are all Builders. The builder spirit is what unites us and what drives us forward, together. It's the drive to create new things, and to do things that have never been done before, that brought me to Able, and keep me inspired to be here.
In this newsletter and subsequent editions, we will celebrate the achievements of our crew of 80+ builders in 12 countries. We’ll shine a light on the work that we’re doing with our partners, to build software products that build their businesses. And we’ll spotlight the individual builders themselves, to applaud the talents, ambitions, and creativity within Able and across all our partnerships.
I’m proud to launch #TGIM, and grateful to the team that has made this possible. Welcome to #TGIM, a unique compendium of content that reflects the uniqueness of the people who build Able every week. Enjoy!?
–Andy McKinney, CEO
TECHNOLOGY FOR GOOD
Transforming Legal Volunteering with We The Action and Able
At Able, we pride ourselves on creating innovative solutions that drive meaningful change. One of our standout projects is our collaboration with We The Action , a pioneering technology platform that connects legal volunteers with nonprofits in need of legal support.
A Catalyst for Social Justice
Since its inception, We The Action has been a catalyst for social justice, pairing skilled lawyers with nonprofits to tackle critical issues. Over time, the need for rapid and scalable legal assistance has grown due to evolving societal challenges. In response, Able partnered with We The Action to transform its platform, enhancing scalability, network effects, and speed of mobilization.
Enhancing the Platform for Greater Impact
Able played a crucial role in redesigning the platform, streamlining controls, and organizing project management. Key improvements included:
The impact has been profound. Hundreds of thousands of hours of pro bono legal work have been contributed, addressing vital causes such as:
At Able, we believe in the power of collaboration. Working closely with our partners, we design and implement innovative solutions that not only meet their needs but also drive their missions forward. We The Action was named a “World-Changing Idea” by Fast Company, highlighting our collaborative efforts.
CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS
AI Insights at Toronto Collision Conference
领英推荐
Last month, our Director of Partnerships, Chad Felton was in ???? for Collision Conf (now rebranded as Web Summit). North America’s fastest-growing technology conference has over 40,000 technology enthusiasts in attendance. The threats, opportunities, and hot takes of AI were front and center with some ?? speakers; here are four ?? highlights from the big stage:
??♂? Godfather of AI, Geoffrey Hinton, shared his view on the extensive threats posed to humanity and society and calls for governments to mandate more experimentation.
???Tennis legend Maria Sharapova shared insights on how AI is reshaping the sport's challenge systems and enhancing fan engagement.
? Booking.com’s chief information security officer, Marnie Wilking, says scams have increased by 500-900 % in the past 18 months, placing some blame on ChatGPT.
?? Billionaire investor and Khosla Ventures founder Vinod Khosla, harshly criticized Federal Trade Commission (FTC) chairperson Lina Khan and the US Department of Justice for their investigations of Microsoft and Nvidia.
TikTok's bidder, Boeing's whistleblower and OnlyFans CEO also took the stage, see what you missed.
CELEBRATING WORK
Founders Interest Group: Building Companies & Building Communities
At Able, our Founders Interest Group brings seasoned entrepreneurs and aspiring innovators together every month to share their journeys. Last month, Larissa Shah , our new Community Engagement Manager, shared her experience of building an international wine distribution company, highlighting the importance of building lasting relationships and cultural awareness in business.
BITS AND BYTES
Thank Goodness it’s Monday
Mondays are fun! Here’s some of the cool and creative stuff our team shares on Slack:
???A guy who restores old PCs (think Pentiums, 3dfx Voodoo, ZIP drive, CRTs, 56k modems, Windows 95, etc.) and then plays old games on them!
??? Slack “lists” - we’re not sure how new of a feature this is but we just discovered it.
?? Our Principal AI Engineer, Arnon Bruno Ventrilho dos Santos , shared the surreal world of AI with “This person does not exist”.
Stay Connected
Over the next few editions, expect to learn more about our work, hear from our discipline leaders, and more.
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Let’s build together.
- Larissa Shah , Community Engagement Manager