Ridgeline with Alex Benke | E387
An AI-enabled All-In-One
In this episode of FinTech Impact, host Jason Pereira interviews Alex Benke, Head of AI at Ridgeline—a cloud-based platform designed for investment management that covers front, middle, and back office functionalities. Alex dives into Ridgeline's inception, the all-in-one approach for asset managers, and how they're leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance operational efficiency. They also discuss the historical deficiencies in financial software, the conservative nature of asset managers in adopting new tech, and what's on the horizon for AI applications within Ridgeline.
Episode Highlights:
00:00 Welcome to FinTech Impact
00:28 Introduction to Ridgeline
01:27 The Genesis of Ridgeline
02:29 Challenges in the Financial Industry
04:14 Ridgeline's Approach to AI
05:31 AI Implementation and Customer Feedback
08:33 Future AI Developments at Ridgeline
11:22 Integrating Third-Party Data
15:40 The Importance of User Experience
22:28 Challenges and Opportunities
26:13 Closing Thoughts and Final Questions
27:06 Conclusion and Podcast Wrap-Up
Resources:
Facebook – Jason Pereira's Facebook
LinkedIn – Jason Pereira's LinkedIn
Woodgate.com – Sponsor
LinkedIn - Alex Benke’s LinkedIn