What if AI wasn’t just a tool—but a coworker?
In this episode, Connor Heaney sits down with Jon Younger, Pedro Donati, and Alvaro Oliveira, the founding team behind Mensch, an innovative platform aiming to reshape the future of work by blending AI agents with human integrity.
They discuss:
🔹 Why “digital coworkers” like Gaia are the next step in transformation
🔹 How Mensch is solving real problems in mid-market companies
🔹 The evolution of talent platforms and what “redefining talent” truly means
🔹 Why AI is a force for inclusion—and disruption
🔹 Predictions for the future of work, compliance, and consulting Whether you’re curious about AI in the workplace, digital transformation, or just love future-of-work insights, this conversation delivers.
👉 Learn more about Mensch: https://mensch.work
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Mensch and Its Founders
07:05 The Story Behind Mensch
09:58 Understanding the Platform’s Functionality
16:13 Commercial Model and Market Positioning
24:24 The Future of Consulting in the Age of AI
30:20 The Beauty of Convenience in Developed Countries
31:36 The Landscape of Talent Platforms
32:34 Challenges in Enterprise Adoption of Talent Platforms
34:47 AI and Human Collaboration in Organizations
37:13 Navigating Compliance in AI Regulations
39:30 Demographic Shifts and Labor Market Dynamics
42:00 The Future of Work: Technology vs. Talent
46:54 Predictions for the Future of Work
