Building and Harnessing an Autonomous Open-Source AI Agent for Business With St Clair Newbern

Building and Harnessing an Autonomous Open-Source AI Agent for Business With St Clair Newbern

February 13, 2026 · 56 min

About this episode

St Clair Newbern discusses the potential of autonomous AI agents in enhancing business operations.

St Clair Newbern is the CEO of Live Energy Inc., a Colleyville, Texas-based energy broker that helps large commercial clients procure and manage their electricity and natural gas needs. Under his leadership, Live Energy has served businesses across the country for over 20 years, leveraging industry expertise and technology to optimize energy strategies for clients — he also boasts an extensive entrepreneurial background. In addition to his energy industry work, St Clair has recently launched an AI consultancy, diving deep into practical applications of autonomous AI agents and building innovative solutions for knowledge work. In this episode… In a world where automation is becoming increasingly crucial, how far can we push AI to truly enhance business operations? Imagine an AI agent that doesn't just assist with tasks but takes full ownership, running seamlessly 24/7. Could this be the future of work? According to St Clair Newbern, a seasoned entrepreneur with deep roots in AI and energy, the future lies in giving AI true autonomy. Drawing from his experience building autonomous systems, St Clair explains how an open-source AI agent, capable of managing complex projects, sending…

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