Upskilling in AI at Any Age & Assimilating Project Management with Alberto Rodrigues, Knight Aerospace - Director of Sales and Contracts

Will your company stay normal or become exponential? If you want to scale at an unprecedented level, you must have a plan to integrate AI. On The AI Space Podcast, host Sanjay Kalluvilayil, Founder & CEO of Stonehaas Advisors, sits down with Alberto Rodrigues, Director of Sales & Contracts at Knight Aerospace, to explore AI’s role in business transformation, project management, and strategic growth.

With over 20 years of experience managing large-scale technology projects, Alberto shares his insights on how AI is becoming the “new Microsoft Office”—a fundamental tool for professionals across industries. They dive into the biggest AI trends for 2025, the rebound effect of AI, and why businesses must balance innovation with a human touch to succeed in an increasingly automated world.

In this episode, they discuss AI’s role in business scaling and digital transformation, the paradox of automation where AI replaces certain jobs but increases the need for human connection, and how companies can democratize AI to stay ahead. They also cover the integration of AI in project management, automating workflows to improve efficiency, and the importance of ethical AI practices and data privacy to balance speed with responsibility.

Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/PBYP6fDCf-s

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00:00 Introduction to AI and Business Transformation

02:50 The Human Element in AI

06:13 AI as a Fundamental Skill for Professionals

09:04 Navigating the AI Hype Cycle

11:57 The Role of AI in Business Value

14:50 Alberto's Journey into AI and Aerospace

18:09 Building AI Tools for Business Efficiency

20:58 Ethics and Responsible AI Implementation

23:52 Future Trends in AI Technology

28:08 The Future of AI in Search and Customer Experience

31:54 Innovative Tools for Enhanced Brainstorming

32:54 Understanding Project Management and Program Management

39:11 The Role of AI in Project Management

44:26 Challenges and Opportunities in AI Democratization

50:43 Balancing AI Innovation with Ethical Governance

53:40 Concluding Insights for Future Growth

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Host Bio:

Sanjay Kalluvilayil is a visionary leader with 30+ years of experience with a specialty in Go-to-Market Strategy & Execution. He is the Founder of Stonehaas Advisors, The AI Space Podcast, and working on some stealth AI start-ups.

Company Bio:

Stonehaas Advisors provides a Comprehensive Portfolio of Consultancy & Fractional CXO Services to Guide Companies Across the Full Cycle of Business & Technology Initiatives. The company empowers Founders and businesses struggling with cash flows to grow, transform, and scale to new levels and dimensions.