Mar 14, 2025

Podcast: Alex Hawkinson on Tech Seeking Human

Alex Hawkinson on Tech Seeking Human podcast - discusses modernizing infrastructure with AI.

BrightAI CEO and Founder Alex Hawkinson recently joined the Tech Seeking Human podcast to discuss how AI, IoT, and automation are modernizing infrastructure with AI. The episode explores how these technologies are transforming legacy systems across sectors like utilities, water, and manufacturing.

Alex shares how building SmartThings shaped his vision for BrightAI. That same vision is now helping companies modernize field operations with real-time intelligence, predictive analytics, and autonomous systems.

He explains how BrightAI’s platform helps companies:

  • Detect and resolve issues before failures occur
  • Boost workforce productivity and reduce manual processes
  • Shift from reactive maintenance to proactive, AI-powered operations

If you’re interested in infrastructure technology, AI in the field, or scaling operations, this episode is a must-watch.

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Mar 12, 2025

BrightAI CEO Alex Hawkinson on SXSW Panel: Modernizing Dirty Jobs to Tackle Climate Change

Alex Hawkinson on a SXSW panel discussing AI in physical industries

BrightAI CEO and Founder Alex Hawkinson recently joined the “Dirty Jobs and a Warming Planet” panel at SXSW. He spoke alongside leaders in tech and sustainability to explore how AI in physical industries can address climate change and modernize critical infrastructure.

Alex highlighted the untapped potential of field operations in sectors like power, water, and HVAC. These industries make up 85% of the global economy. He explained how BrightAI equips field teams with real-time insights to improve decision-making, increase productivity, and build more sustainable systems.

A standout moment came when Alex asked:

If you could understand the state of the world in real-time—like a digital twin of the physical world—what would that unlock for you?

🎧 Listen to the full panel discussion here

Feb 13, 2025

Podcast: Alex Hawkinson on The Product Market Fit Show

Alex Hawkinson interview

BrightAI’s CEO and Founder, Alex Hawkinson, recently appeared on The Product Market Fit Show to discuss how Stateful OS is transforming infrastructure operations. He explains how BrightAI helps industries shift from reactive maintenance to AI-powered, proactive solutions.

In this episode, Alex breaks down how he bootstrapped BrightAI to $80 million in revenue across just seven enterprise customers, raised a $15 million Series Seed, and secured multiple seven-figure deals. He also shares lessons from a previous startup exit—and why impact, not just scale, drives meaningful innovation in infrastructure.

🎧 Listen to the full discussion here