About this episode
Richard Zamora and Marat Zaripov from AI Driller have an incredible story that started on a stormy night in Houston and led them to create something game-changing in the oil and gas industry. They're on a mission to streamline the drilling world by integrating advanced AI into a single platform that replaces the jumble of software operators currently rely on. Collin gets the scoop on how they’re solving real, complex problems with a contrarian approach—listening to customer pain points and focusing on practical, efficient solutions. Richard’s background in directional drilling and Marat’s engineering chops from his Schlumberger days are the perfect blend of experience and innovation. From bringing a competitive edge to expanding globally, AI Driller is set to shake up the future of drilling and completions.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to watch a video of this episode.
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0:00 - Intros1:13 - What is AIDriller2:59 - Marat’s Background8:35 - How Did AIDriller Start11:29 - AI Driller Commercial Success16:59 - Doing More with Less18:25 - Being Proud of Your Work20:29 - Riding the Wave of Innovation25:53 - Navigating High Pressure Environments26:50 - Luck and Hard Work28:31 - Ups and Downs of Entrepreneurship33:14 - Getting Hit by COVID33:50 - Growing the Company38:47 - Matt's Experience on the Rig44:25 - Transitioning from Field to Office Job45:30 - Urgency in the Oilfield48:00 - Being a Listener is Difficult49:10 - How to Get in Touch with AI Drillerhttps://www.instagram.com/digitalwildcattershttps://www.tiktok.com/@digitalwildcattershttps://www.facebook.com/digitalwildcattershttps://twitter.com/DWildcatters
