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The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex

The Investor Betting on AI to Protect Students in Schools – Justin Freishtat Explains

August 31, 2025·34m

In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, we sit down with investor and entrepreneur Justin Freishtat (@justinfreishtat) to uncover how artificial intelligence is being used to make schools safer and potentially stop tragedies before they happen. Justin shares his journey from door-to-door sales to becoming an investor in groundbreaking technologies like Safe Space Global, a company using AI cameras and smart detection systems to prevent violence, protect students, and create safer public spaces. He breaks down: 🔥 How AI can detect threats in real time and trigger lockdowns before danger escalates 🔥 Why investing in the right team is key to winning the “AI space race” 🔥 The story behind raising millions to bring safety technology into schools across the U.S. 🔥 Lessons learned from scaling companies to eight figures and managing hedge funds 🔥 His philosophy on leadership, resilience, and building businesses with purpose This conversation isn’t just about investing—it’s about impact, innovation, and saving lives. If you’ve ever wondered how technology and entrepreneurship can come together to solve one of society’s biggest problems, this episode is a must-watch. 👇 Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE for more inspiring interviews with top entrepreneurs and innovators. Your Network is your NETWORTH!