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

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Woodgate.com – Sponsor

Ridgeline

LinkedIn - Alex Benke’s LinkedIn