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Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and www.youtube.com/thePOZcast For all episodes, please check out www.thePOZcast.com This episode is brought to you by our friends at Dalia. Who's ready for a cold hard fact? Indeed's pricing model -- and all programmatic job advertising -- is based on driving volume. Not outcomes. Job boards get paid on clicks and applies, not hires. Their incentive is to send you more volume. That's what happens with volume-based pricing models. And all that volume creates exactly what you'd expect: mass inefficiency, mountains of unqualified applications, and wasted spend.  Meanwhile, TA teams know their career site is already their best source of quality applicants who get hired. TA teams invest in their career sites and employer brand, but the outdated technology makes it too hard for people to connect and apply.  Dalia fixes that. Millions of job seekers use Dalia every month to seamlessly connect to employer career sites and apply to jobs using their universal candidate profile. No re-entering information over and over. It's like the ShopPay button, but for jobs. It's secure, it integrates directly into your ATS, and it works instantly on any career site.  Employers using Dalia can double their conversion of career site visitors into qualified applicants and hires. Double the hires from traffic you already have. That's how you start cutting your dependence on Indeed. To learn more, please visit: https://www.dalia.co/audit?utm_source=pos   Key Topics: - AI as a leadership challenge, not just a technology - The importance of mindset shift for AI adoption - Reimagining workflows and organizational structures - The role of human-AI collaboration in future work - Strategies for leaders to become AI-forward - The danger of a finite mindset in AI implementation - The concept of shifting from org charts to work charts - The importance of outcome-driven AI strategies - The role of leadership in fostering innovation with AI - Practical steps for organizations to start their AI journey Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Disruption and Leadership 02:18 Career Reflections and Lessons Learned 05:03 The Genesis of the Book on AI Leadership 08:18 AI as a Leadership Challenge 12:44 The Finite vs. Infinite Mindset in Organizations 15:40 Identifying Warning Signs of a Finite Mindset 17:52 The Balance of Speed and Strategy in AI Implementation 20:18 Rewriting the Playbook for AI 23:17 The Evolving Role of Human Capital in an AI World 25:43 AI for Humanity: IKEA's Success Story 26:20 Human-Machine Collaboration: The Future of Work 28:02 Evolving Leadership in the Age of AI 30:41 Practical Steps for AI-Forward Organizations 32:18 Understanding AI's Impact on Jobs and Tasks 34:51 Future-Proofing Organizations: Lessons from the Past 39:02 The Uncomfortable Questions for CEOs 43:03 Optimism in AI: Augmentation and New Possibilities      

What if the future of AI isn't controlled by a few massive tech platforms, but by you?In Episode 2 of our four-part mini-series exploring plausible futures for 2035, Kate Scott-Dawkins and Sam Weston flip the board to unpack The Agent Commons—a fully distributed, user-directed vision of the future.In this world, consumers own their own AI agents, manage their data inside private household "data bunkers," and send their software into the market to negotiate, compare products, and make purchases on their behalf.Key topics discussedHow personal AI gatekeepers alter the buyer journey.The 6 key conditions needed for this decentralized future to scale.How advertising splits into "Human Media" (brand storytelling) and "Machine Media" (structured data & specs).Why brands must prepare for a "Market of One" and radical comparability.Strategic bets, risks to map, and signals to watch for 2026.Chapter timestamps:00:00 – Welcome Back & Recapping "The Closed Loop"00:55 – Sports Fandom, NBA Headwinds, and Disney + TikTok News03:15 – Defining the Matrix: Control vs. Governance Axes04:16 – What is the Agent Commons? (2035 Vision)06:12 – The Convenience Paradox: Will "Normies" Adopt Distributed AI?08:14 – Household Data Bunkers & Personal Memory Vaults11:32 – Backcasting Condition 1: Open-Source & Independent Model Quality12:35 – Backcasting Condition 2: Edge Computing & Local Compute Infrastructure14:05 – Backcasting Condition 3: Portable Memory & Context Standards15:31 – Backcasting Condition 4: Shared Protocols, Micro-Payments & Agent Wallets17:27 – Backcasting Condition 5: Eroding Trust in Platform-Owned AI18:42 – Backcasting Condition 6: Fiduciary Duty & Legal Protection for Agents20:45 – Day in the Life (2035): Instructing Your Personal Buyer Agent23:38 – The Shift in Advertising: Human Emotion vs. Machine Logic27:32 – Brand Power: Becoming a Standing Instruction28:37 – Automated Dynamic Pricing & 1-on-1 Market Negotiations31:38 – Who Pays for Compute? Subscriptions, Monetized Intent & Bifurcated Access35:05 – The Evolving Role of Agencies: Market Makers for Markets of One37:01 – Timeline to 2035: From Presidential Campaigns to Mass Data Bunker Adoption40:04 – 2026 Action Plan: Strategic Bets, Risks to Map & Signals to Watch

Join Deloitte's Kyle Forrest and Girish Ganesan of S&P Global as they discuss the evolving role of the Chief People Officer as it shifts from traditional HR into business transformation, AI adoption, and leadership through ambiguity.

In this episode of the Vantage HR Influencers Podcast, Dr. Sarmistha Roychowdhury, CHRO, Group Head HR, and Principal HR Advisor at Vform Tecnopacks Limited, shares thoughtful insights on the evolving role of HR in boardroom decision-making. The conversation explores how HR leaders can move beyond traditional operational responsibilities and contribute more strategically through workforce insights, people analytics, business alignment, and a deeper understanding of organizational priorities. 

What does the role of a General Counsel demand beyond legal expertise? In this episode of The Daily Lawyer Podcast, we speak with Srivals Kumar, Founder of MyGC, about the evolving role of the General Counsel and the need for legal leaders to understand business, risk, people and strategy. Drawing on nearly three decades of experience across sectors including telecom, media, e-commerce, airports and real estate, Srivals discusses the realities of leading legal functions through periods of rapid growth, regulatory change, complex disputes and business uncertainty. The conversation explores: What a General Counsel actually does Why legal advice cannot be separated from business context The four categories of litigation a GC must personally lead How litigation strategy resembles a game of chess How to select the right external lawyer or law firm The role of the GC in high-pressure disputes and crisis situations Why legal teams must understand how the business operates The difference between identifying risk and helping the business make informed decisions Common legal and operational gaps in growing companies The need for structured leadership development for in-house lawyers The role of AI and legal technology in the future of the profession Practical lessons for law students, young lawyers and aspiring General Counsels Srivals also speaks about Hawkeye, his leadership coaching initiative for experienced in-house lawyers preparing to move into General Counsel and legal leadership roles. Subscribe to The Daily Lawyer for conversations with lawyers, General Counsels, judges, business leaders and professionals shaping the future of law, business and leadership. #TheDailyLawyer #GeneralCounsel #InHouseCounsel #LegalLeadership #CorporateLaw #Litigation #LegalCareer #MyGC #BusinessLaw #lawpodcast Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the speakers in their individual capacities. This discussion is intended solely for general information and educational purposes. It does not constitute legal advice, a legal opinion or a professional recommendation. Viewers should consult an appropriately qualified professional for advice relating to their specific facts and circumstances.

This week, I welcome Dr. Shenika Baisley-Woodley, owner of Divine Dream Destinations Travel and winner of the 2026 ASTA Travel Advisor of the Year award. Together we discuss the top trending news of the last week, including the new worldwide alert from the US State Department, billions of dollars impacting the aviation industry, and more. Later, Dr. Shenika and I dive into the evolving role of the travel advisor and the opportunities that lie ahead. Hear her thoughts on how the job has changed, how advisors should start charging fees if they're not already, and several more tips for travel advisors. The discussion on the evolving role of travel advisors begins after the 14-minute mark. Today's episode sponsor: National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions In 1966, Lars-Eric Lindblad brought the first tourists to Antarctica, pioneering modern expedition travel. Today, National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions builds on that legacy with immersive Antarctica expeditions shaped by decades of experience. Discover sculpted ice, vast penguin colonies and breaching whales as you explore by Zodiac, kayak and on foot alongside veteran guides. Book by August 18 to enjoy a 50% reduced deposit on select 2026 and 2027 Antarctica voyages. Learn more at expeditions.com/antarctica. Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Get Reelisms Podcast episode 191, hosts Adam Chase Rani and Christine Chen interview filmmaker/producer/AD and occasional actor Avid (“Avi”) from Puppy Love Productions about becoming a “multi-tool” on set, especially in vertical productions. Avi recounts starting as a high-school editor on Final Cut Pro 7, continuing filmmaking while majoring in chemistry/biochemistry due to family pressure, learning directing performances through an improv-actor collaborator, and falling into first AD work via a 48-hour challenge and a Sony-financed short where a seasoned producer taught him set lingo. They discuss on-set judgment and delegation, phone rules, interns learning walkie etiquette, and how vertical storytelling uses cliffhangers, paywalls, CPI/client-driven scenes, and evolving efficiency systems. Avi also explains creating 3Line Studio, notable clients, a stolen box truck recovery using AirTags, and plugs a vertical Scene Lab event at 3Line Studio on April 29 (7–10 PM). Hosts: Adam Rani (@adamthechase)  & Christine Chen (@cchenmtf)  About Christine W Chen: Christine W. Chen is a Taiwanese American filmmaker, Academy member (Short Films Branch), and versatile producer, director, and writer known for bold, character-driven storytelling. Through her production company, Moth to Flame, she has created award-winning short films, features, and branded content—including Erzulie, a feminist swamp thriller that had a limited theatrical run and now streams on major platforms. In addition to her directorial work, Christine is a seasoned DGA 1st Assistant Director and co-author of Get Reelisms and ABCs of Filmmaking, as well as the co-host of the Get Reelisms Podcast. For more information about Christine Chen: christinewchen.com About Adam Rani: Adam Chase Rani is a production designer and set dresser working in the Austin film market, bringing a sharp eye for visual storytelling and practical creativity to every project. During the pandemic, he co-founded the Get Reelisms Podcast with Christine Chen to foster community within the film industry. Together, they've built a platform that blends education, candid conversations, and industry insights to help filmmakers connect, learn, and grow. Guest: Avid Eghbali was born on August 20, 1996 in Iran. He is a director and producer, known for Bated Breath, Drift (2024) and Hell Hath No Fury (2026).   WEBISODE version of the Podcast   00:00 Chem Major Film Hustle 01:01 Podcast Intro And Guest 02:16 Meeting Avi On Verticals 02:51 Multi Tool Set Mindset 06:24 Avi Acting On Set 09:06 How Avi Got Started 12:30 Learning AD Lingo Fast 14:26 Family Pressure And Legacy 20:04 First Day Jitters To Growth 22:30 Delegation And Set Judgment 29:33 Phones On Set Debate 32:55 CPI Scenes And Vertical Demands 35:32 How Verticals Are Written 38:08 Vertical Video Debate 40:06 Innovation and Naysayers 41:39 Vine Lessons and Coexistence 42:49 AI Trailers and Backlash 44:00 AI as Previs Tool 47:37 Branded Vertical Series 51:36 Three Line Studio Origins 56:58 Celebrity Shoots and Clients 59:02 Stolen Box Truck Story 01:03:38 Trump Impressions and Set Antics 01:12:44 Event Plug and Housekeeping 01:14:28 Final Goodbye Official Get Reelisms PageGet Reelisms Amazon StoreInstagram

Are your AI agents secretly compromising your production systems? Vincent Dermont, Co-Founder and Principal Engineer at Guild AI, reveals the unseen dangers of deploying autonomous AI and how to regain control before it is too late.   In this episode of Born in Silicon Valley, we dive deep into the chaotic reality of AI integration in modern startups. Vincent shares his journey from building the early foundations of TikTok and engineering at Meta to solving the massive governance problem plaguing tech leaders today.   We explore why companies desperately need an AI control plane to manage autonomous agents, the hidden costs of runaway token usage, and how builders can leverage artificial intelligence without sacrificing platform security. Whether you are an engineer trying to stay relevant or a founder scaling your tech stack, this conversation provides the tactical playbook you need for the future of enterprise AI.   Discover what it actually takes to become an LLM whisperer, why traditional coding whiteboard interviews are dead, and how junior engineers are teaching industry veterans entirely new frameworks in the age of generative development.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Vincent Durmont and Guild AI 04:37 Vincent's Journey into Technology 07:17 The Birth of Guild AI 10:13 Guild AI's Control Plane Explained 14:05 Understanding the Market and Customer Needs 17:21 Balancing Security and Speed in AI Deployment 18:17 Navigating AI Adoption Challenges 21:10 The Evolving Role of Engineers in AI 23:53 Advice for Aspiring Engineers 26:34 Staying Relevant in a Changing Job Market 28:59 Practical Skills for AI Engineers 31:42 Optimizing AI Usage and Cost 35:40 Future Roadmap for AI Development 40:33 Hiring for the Future of AI   Host: Jake Aaron Villarreal leads the top AI recruitment firm in Silicon Valley, www.matchrelevant.com, uncovering stories of funded startups and going behind the scenes to tell their founders' journeys. If you are growing an AI startup or have a great story to tell, email us at: jake.villarreal@matchrelevant.com

In this episode, Jeff Francis, CFO, Nebraska Methodist Health System, discusses how his team is addressing rising payer denials through stronger documentation, coding, and AI-powered revenue cycle tools. He also shares how the CFO role has evolved into a more strategic leadership position and offers advice for the next generation of healthcare finance leaders.

Featuring perspectives from Prof Giuseppe Curigliano, Prof Rebecca A Dent, Dr Erika Hamilton, Prof Nadia Harbeck and Dr Hope S Rugo, moderated by Dr Rugo, including the following topics: Introduction (00:00) Evolving Role of Antibody-Drug Conjugates (ADCs) in the Management of Metastatic Triple-Negative Breast Cancer — Prof Dent (02:57) Integrating ADCs into the Management of HER2-Positive Metastatic Breast Cancer (mBC) — Prof Curigliano (29:01) Role of ADCs in the Management of Endocrine-Resistant Hormone Receptor-Positive mBC — Dr Rugo (52:36) Emerging Utility of ADCs for Localized Breast Cancer — Prof Harbeck (01:14:36) Tolerability Considerations with ADCs for Breast Cancer — Dr Hamilton (01:38:10) CME information and select publications

In this episode of Personal Injury Marketing Minute, host Lindsey Busfield is joined by Gary Falkowitz, co-founder of Capture Now and a renowned expert in legal intake and conversion. They delve into the transformative role of AI in personal injury law firm operations, focusing on intake processes. Gary shares insights on how AI can address traditional intake challenges, enhance efficiency, and improve client conversion rates. They discuss the importance of speed and decision-making in client interactions, emphasizing AI’s role in reducing friction and maximizing profits. Gary also highlights the potential risks of traditional call centers and the advantages of AI in providing consistent, reliable client service. This episode is essential for law firms looking to modernize their operations and improve client acquisition through AI. Key Timestamps: 00:01 – Introduction 00:37 – AI in Personal Injury Firms 01:55 – Traditional Intake Challenges 04:56 – Efficiency as a Key Benefit 07:17 – Decision-Making vs. Crisis Mode 09:36 – AI’s Role in Client Interaction 12:00 – The Evolving Role of Receptionists 14:10 – Removing Friction with AI 16:17 – Triage and Call Qualification 20:16 – Human vs. AI Interaction 25:13 – Providing Client Options 31:04 – The Importance of Speed in Business 34:09 – Low-Risk AI Integration 37:01 – Risks of Traditional Call Centers See all episodes or subscribe to the Personal Injury Marketing Minute here: https://optimizemyfirm.com/podcasts/. What Problems In Traditional Intake LED To The Integration Of AI? Traditional intake systems often lacked efficiency and speed, leading law firms to miss potential clients. Many firms relied heavily on human resources, which were not always fast or decisive enough, resulting in lost opportunities. AI integration addresses these gaps by offering faster, more reliable, and consistent intake processes that minimize human errors and inefficiencies, ultimately maximizing profits and ensuring valuable cases are not overlooked. How Does AI Improve The Decision-making Process For Potential Clients? AI enhances the decision-making process by providing immediate responses and reducing friction points such as long wait times and indecisive human interactions. When potential clients are in decision mode, they seek quick and efficient reassurance that they are making the right choice. AI tools offer this speed and accuracy, allowing clients to feel confident in their decisions without unnecessary delays. Why Is Triage Important For Law Firms Using AI In Their Intake Process? Triage is crucial because it allows AI to determine the nature of calls and direct them appropriately, saving time and resources. By filtering out non-urgent or irrelevant calls, AI ensures that intake specialists only focus on potential clients who need immediate assistance. This not only streamlines operations but also enhances the client experience by reducing unnecessary interactions and focusing on valuable cases. What Role Does AI Play In Managing Existing Client Inquiries? AI can seamlessly handle existing client inquiries by integrating with a firm’s CRM to provide instant case updates and information. This eliminates the need for clients to wait for a human response and ensures they receive timely and accurate information. By removing friction points and enhancing communication, AI improves client satisfaction and retention. How Can Law Firms Begin Integrating AI Into Their Intake Process? Law firms can start by using AI during nights, weekends, and overflow periods, replacing or supplementing traditional call centers with AI solutions like CaptureNow. This initial step allows firms to experience the benefits of AI without fully committing resources, providing an opportunity to evaluate its effectiveness. Triage systems can then be implemented to further streamline intake processes by directing calls to the appropriate personnel based on urgency and relevance. What Are The Potential Risks And Benefits Of Using AI For Legal Intake? The potential risks include initial hesitance from clients preferring human interaction and the possibility of AI mishandling complex cases. However, the benefits far outweigh these risks, as AI offers consistent speed, reduces human error, and provides 24/7 availability. AI also allows intake specialists to focus on high-value cases, improving job satisfaction and firm profitability. 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Please visit answersincme.com/UZA860 to participate, download slides and supporting materials, complete the post test, and get a certificate. Presented by Anne Lynn S. Chang, MD and Zeynep Eroglu, MD. In this activity, experts in nonmelanoma skin cancer discuss clinical advances for the use of immunotherapy for the management of basal cell carcinoma (BCC). Upon completion of this activity, participants should be better able to: Evaluate current guideline-based recommendations for the use of immunotherapy in the management of basal cell carcinoma (BCC) across various stages of disease; Apply evidence-driven criteria to identify patients with BCC who may be appropriate candidates for immunotherapeutic intervention; and Determine real-world clinical approaches to optimize the benefit-risk profiles of immunotherapy in the management of BC.

As the role of a legal marketer evolves beyond traditional definitions, it is important that marketing and BD professionals actively redefine and shape the role's future direction. On this week's episode of the CMO Series Podcast Alistair Bone is joined by Jennifer Shankleton, Chief Growth and Development Officer at Brennan Manna & Diamond LLC, a title introduced in recognition that the marketing label no longer captured the full scope of her role. Jennifer sits on the executive committee and works across BD coaching, associate mentoring, and growth strategy. Jennifer brings a rare inside view of what it looks like building a marketing department from scratch, pushing past the limits of the marketing label, and running a function that wide inside a midsize firm with significant growth ambitions. Jennifer's experience speaks to what marketing and BD professionals can achieve when the scope of their contribution is allowed to grow alongside their ambition. Jennifer and Ali also explore: Her professional career journey  Key milestones in the evolution of her role Navigating the need for stakeholder buy-in Her coaching and mentorship program Concrete results demonstrating her positive impact Practical advice for others looking to shape their career

Day three at Cannes Lions revealed something unexpected.Coming into the festival, many predicted AI would dominate every conversation.Instead, another topic has quietly taken centre stage:Creators.Not creator hype. Not influencer marketing. Creator effectiveness.Presented by System1, today's Cannes Cut explores one of the biggest conversations happening across the Croisette. Marc and Vassilis reflect on another packed day at Cannes, including the System1 Stars of the Show event featuring Andrew Tindall, Orlando Wood, Mark Ritson, Les Binet, Adam Morgan and many of the industry's leading thinkers.The featured interview is with Andrew Tindall, Chief Growth Officer at System1, who joins us to discuss the new Creator Effectiveness Playbook, developed in partnership with WPP and TikTok.One insight stood above the rest:Most creator campaigns aren't driving meaningful brand growth. A small "brilliant minority" are responsible for the majority of the impact.The conversation has evolved beyond follower counts and engagement rates. Instead, marketers are asking better questions:Does this creator genuinely fit the brand?How do creators build memory, not just engagement?Why does emotion still outperform optimisation?What role do distinctive brand assets play in creator content?And how do we stop treating creator marketing like a casino?We also bring back another edition of The Buzz Cut, hearing directly from marketers around the world, including Lauren Anderson (Amazon Ads), David Tiltman (WARC), Reno from Nikkei, and Vinnie from Leo São Paulo, sharing what's capturing their attention halfway through Cannes.In this episode:Highlights from System1's Stars of the ShowAndrew Tindall on the Creator Effectiveness PlaybookWhy only a small minority of creator campaigns drive real growthWhy brand fit matters more than follower countPinterest's positioning around quality engagementWhy AI feels more like infrastructure than the headline storyThe latest perspectives from marketers across the CroisetteThe rosé can wait. Our questions can't.Chapters00:00 Introduction03:04 Insights from System1's Baoli Event05:54 The Role of Creators in Sports09:01 Pinterest's Marketing Strategy and Insights11:50 The Current State of Creative Effectiveness14:55 The Importance of Emotion in Advertising18:11 The Evolving Role of Content Creators21:03 Key Findings from the Creator Effectiveness Playbook25:21 The Role of Emotion in Branding29:08 Effective Briefing for Creators30:34 Understanding Distinctive Brand Assets32:17 Leveraging Social Devices in Marketing35:08 Insights from Amazon's Brand Activation38:35 The Evolution of Cannes Lions Festival43:11 Creative Impact and Effectiveness47:13 The Value of Attending Cannes Lions

AEC marketing is shifting from a reactive, proposal-driven function into a strategic discipline that drives demand. Justin Davidson of JE Dunn has helped lead that change from the inside.Katie Cash talks with Justin about how that shift played out inside one of the country's largest builders, where JE Dunn built a dedicated vertical market model for its fast-growing industrial and manufacturing practice. He shares why a strong digital footprint now wins work from clients who find the firm online, and how video content and AI-optimized search are reshaping the way owners choose their builders.Whether you support a single office or a national vertical, these lessons will help you move upstream and earn a seat at the strategy table. Listen to hear how JE Dunn turned marketing into a growth engine.AEC marketingconstruction marketing strategymarketing and business development alignment vertical market marketing video marketing for constructioncontent generation industrial and manufacturing constructiondigital footprint for AEC firms AI optimized searchJE DunnConnect with Justin Davidson, Marketing Director - Advanced Facilities Group, JE DunnLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justindavidson09/JE Dunn: https://jedunn.com/Connect with Katie Cash:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/kacash/https://smartegies.com/ Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts:We hope you're finding value in our AEC Marketing For Principals.  Your feedback is important to us and we'd love to hear from you. Here's how you can help.  Scroll to the bottom, rate our podcast with five stars, and select “Write a Review.”  Let us know what you found most helpful from this episode!  And if you haven't done so already, give the podcast a follow, and you'll be notified when new episodes come out.

As brands compete for attention, creators are building something more powerful: trusted communities. In this Cannes Lions special, Jane Ostler is joined by Anne Marie Nelson-Bogle from Google to explain why YouTube creators are reshaping how brands connect with audiences. From the role of trust in driving purchase decisions to the impact of pairing creator and brand content, this episode explores how video and creators are redefining the marketing funnel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Other Side of the Firewall, hosts Ryan, Shannon, and Chris dissect a trending security report detailing how a low-skilled attacker easily hijacked a Claude AI instance to breach 14 companies by simply tricking the AI's guardrails. The team then shifts gears to discuss a new Senate NDAA proposal offering up to $100,000 in CMMC grants to help small defense contractors manage the steep costs of compliance, followed by a fiery debate on whether the rise of part-time, "fractional" CISOs is a smart budget move or a dangerous trend fueled by executive burnout and SEC liability fears. Finally, the crew decompresses by sharing their recent personal highlights, diving into everything from Italian cheese wheels and intense kettlebell training to the latest anime and running Cyberpunk 2077 via cloud gaming. Article: Low-skilled attacker used Claude, Codex to breach 14 companies https://www.helpnetsecurity.com/2026/06/17/ai-agents-offensive-cyber-operations-claude-codex/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExRmN0RFJDWEUzaUlaQ1dQanNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4E3yG7BOaMeTYFubhdWQ_VIe4dFT44y-rT81FKg7V-SI5kcjcb1RWQ6xGULA_aem_8VhuxrLpU8NGw90c2z2F4g Senate NDAA proposes CMMC grant program https://federalnewsnetwork.com/technology-main/2026/06/senate-ndaa-proposes-cmmc-grant-program/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExRmN0RFJDWEUzaUlaQ1dQanNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4Aj2tVqytcIddIhgYsDnOqhU3C2bFQJfvK6bCubRb6Irl1e-RsrCyXf47h8g_aem_flEvM7hdgC50H6QHxfc4WQ CISOs Not Likely to Disappear https://www.darkreading.com/cybersecurity-operations/stressors-ai-changes-cybersecurity-teams?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExRmN0RFJDWEUzaUlaQ1dQanNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR5iE2M_iy9f90Ot-N5J6yTCoGvB03tT6inGBuBHKpGzTq0-Q_6Vcls5sUZkJw_aem_YQTYrJHf8yoZ6ZBmBjcUQg Buy my book: https://www.theothersideofthefirewall.com/ Please LISTEN

Welcome to another episode of The Company Doctor! This week, we are thrilled to be joined by Fiona Richards, Group COO of the Ephelia Group. With a career spanning traditional banking giants like Deutsche Bank and HSBC, Fiona now sits at the bleeding edge of payment technologies, blockchain, and AI.The role of the Chief Operating Officer is evolving fast. It's no longer just about back-office efficiencies and controls; it's about knitting together technology, compliance, customer service, and commercial priorities to execute a founder's vision. But how do you build a culture capable of delivering that? And how do you navigate "crypto bro" stereotypes to build a genuinely diverse tech workforce?In this episode, Fiona faces the George Clode Grill, sharing her operational wisdom on everything from unlearning old banking habits to using AI to elevate (not eliminate) entry-level talent. Plus, she explains why "diversity of thought" will always be the ultimate competitive advantage.Key takeaways from this episode:The Modern COO: The role has shifted from just back-office control to managing a complex spectrum of technology, compliance, and commercial verticals. Flexibility is the name of the game.Visions aren't "Eureka" moments: A vision evolves over time. If the people executing the strategy aren't involved from the get-go, delivery becomes nearly impossible.Diversity of Thought Wins: Corporate diversity initiatives are a good start, but the real prize is diversity of thought—creating a culture where constructive challenge and asking questions are actively encouraged by the C-Suite.AI Elevates the Entry-Level: Automating the "grunt work" doesn't destroy entry-level roles; it actually gives junior talent the opportunity to take on higher-value, diverse tasks much earlier in their careers.Send us Fan MailLinks & references: https://www.thecompanydoctor.com/Gary Gamp: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garygampGeorge Clode: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgeclodeGary's new book, Career Catalyst - available online now: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Career-Catalyst-Secret-Skills-School-ebook/dp/B0DFYVG6XY/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=

Dave White is the founder of Wayfinder, a boutique advisory firm serving families and institutions across portfolio construction, manager selection, and governance. Before Wayfinder, he spent nearly twelve years at Cambridge Associates, conducting 400+ manager meetings annually across every major asset class.In this episode, Dave breaks down what he actually looks for after thousands of manager meetings, why the corners of the market matter more than what's in demand today, and what most families get dangerously wrong about risk, governance, and generational wealth transfer.⭐ Sponsored by Podcast10x - Podcasting agency for VCs - https://podcast10x.comWhat we cover:- Why the hit rate on truly great managers is 1-2% even after 400 meetings a year- The difference between time-weighted and dollar-weighted returns — and which one actually tells the truth- How to get a manager off script and why that's the only meeting that matters- What "stronger dollars, not faster dollars" means for GPs building a durable LP base- Why 70% of third-generation wealth disappears — and the governance fix most families skip- The crypto disconnect: institutions are building on it, but LP dollars have dried up- Why concentration, not diversification, is how the largest wealth in the world has always been created- What the first conversation with a newly liquid founder should actually be about- How AI is changing the pace and depth of manager due diligence right nowLinks:Wayfinder website - https://wayfinder.ioConnect with Dave White - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-s-white/Connect with Prashant: https://linkedin.com/in/choubeysahabSubscribe to VC10X newsletter - ⁠https://vc10x.beehiiv.com⁠Subscribe on YouTube - ⁠https://youtube.com/@VC10X ⁠Subscribe on Apple Podcasts - ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vc10x-investing-venture-capital-asset-management-private/id1632806986⁠Subscribe on Spotify - ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/7F7KEhXNhTx1bKTBFgzv3k?si=WgQ4ozMiQJ-6nowj6wBgqQ⁠VC10X website - ⁠https://vc10x.comTimestamps:(00:00) - The Disconnect in Digital Asset Adoption (00:22) - Differentiating Exceptional Managers from Great Storytellers (00:33) - Biggest Misconceptions VCs Have About LPs (00:45) - A Contrarian Belief: The Power of Concentration (01:03) - Introduction to Dave White and Wayfinder (02:34) - What's Broken in Traditional Wealth Management (04:54) - How to Find Underserved Corners of the Market (07:58) - Working with Families on Non-Investment Fronts (09:05) - Timeless Principles for Investing Across Asset Classes (10:51) - Signals of a Truly Exceptional Manager (13:36) - What Limited Partners *Actually* Care About (15:07) - Why Some Families Thrive Across Generations (and Others Don't) (18:15) - The Critical Role of Involving the Next Generation (20:40) - The First Portfolio Conversation for a Newly Wealthy Founder (23:12) - "New Wealth" vs. "Old Wealth": Different Approaches to Investing (25:05) - The Consequences of Underinvesting in Governance (30:04) - Differentiating Factors for Successful Generational Wealth Transfer (32:18) - The Evolving Role of Family Capital in the Next Decade (34:02) - Manager Evaluation in the Age of AI (37:24) - The Single Biggest Factor for Long-Term Investment Outcomes (38:57) - The Future of Family Offices: What Top Investors Will Do Differently (40:32) - A Contrarian Belief: The Case for Concentrated Portfolios (43:15) - Where to Find Dave White OnlineNew episodes live every Tuesday & Thursday.

Welcome to RIMScast. Your host is Justin Smulison, Business Content Manager at RIMS, the Risk and Insurance Management Society.   In this episode, Justin interviews François Beaume about the AMRAE 2026 RMIS Panorama available now and about the RISKWORLD 2026 session that François presented. Justin and François discuss ESG functional coverage. They discuss how François uses AI daily. They discuss the continuing increase in RMIS users, moving RIMS out of the niche tool category into an enterprise governance platform. They discuss the 2026 RMIS Panorama findings, the Panorama database, and how you can access it. Listen for insight into the 2026 RMIS Panorama and how your organization compares.   Key Takeaways: [:01] About RIMS and RIMScast. [:16] About this episode of RIMScast. We are delighted to welcome back to RIMScast AMRAE President François Beaume. He's here to discuss the findings of the 2026 AMRAE RMIS Panorama. We'll talk all about emerging trends. But first… [:48] RIMS Virtual Workshops. The next RIMS-CRMP-FED Exam Prep with AFERM will be held on June 16th and 17th. The next RIMS-CRMP Exam Prep with PARIMA will be held virtually on July 21st and 22nd. Links to registration are in this episode's notes. [1:06] You can enroll now in the RIMS CRO Certificate Program in Advanced Enterprise Risk Management hosted by the famous James Lam. Beginning July 15th, workshops will be held bi-weekly from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The registration link is in the show notes. [1:27] The RIMS ERM Conference 2026 will be held on November 19th and 20th in Columbus, Ohio. We want to hear from you. Submit a session proposal by June 19th to reach engaged practitioners, innovators, and leaders looking for guidance they can utilize right away. [1:45] Help define what's next for Enterprise Risk Management. Submit a session proposal by Friday, June 19th. A link is in this episode's show notes. [1:53] Folks, through the generosity of industry partners, RIMS has launched The Foundation for Risk Management™, which provides scholarships for early-career professionals to attend RIMS events like the RIMS Texas Regional Conference, RIMS Canada Conference, and RISKWORLD. [2:11] The Foundation also helps beneficiaries earn their RIMS-CRMP and fund research projects. To learn more or contribute to the Foundation, visit RIMS.org/FRM and visit the link in this episode's show notes. [2:27] RIMS is back on YouTube. Our handle is @RIMSOfficialChannel. We've got plenty of videos there, including RIMScast, RIMScast Canada video podcasts, and other informative and entertaining content from RIMS. Subscribe to the channel today! [2:46] On with the Show! Our guest today is making his third appearance here on RIMScast. He is the Senior Vice President for Risks and Insurance at Sonepar, and he is the President of AMRAE, the Association for the Management of Risks and Insurance in Enterprises. [3:04] François Beaume is here to discuss the 2026 RMIS Panorama, published by AMRAE, in partnership with EY. Panorama is free and publicly available. [3:14] Panorama provides an in-depth look at the organizations and professionals who are using risk management information systems, how well they've adapted, and guidance for those seeking their first or newest framework. It's always great to speak with him. Let's get to it! [3:28] Interview! François Beaume, Welcome Back to RIMScast! [3:36] François has been Chairman at AMRAE for a year and will be for two more years. Because of his role at AMRAE, Justin wanted to have him on the show to speak about this year's RMIS Panorama. [4:04] Justin mentions a difference between last year's RMIS Panorama and this year's RMIS Panorama. Last year, AI felt like an emerging capability. This year's report shows a 20-point jump in planned or actual AI integration and an 8-point increase in functional coverage. [4:19] At the same time, people aren't always happy with AI. The satisfaction part is still a little bit behind. Justin asks, Are we entering a phase where expectations are outpacing execution? [4:32] François says, Yes, probably. AI has moved faster in CEOs' and leaders' minds than in the organization. Everyone wants the data, governance, and skills. Educating the workforce users takes time. The ambition was there, but the "plumbing" is catching up. [5:11] François says that is what is being reflected in the 2026 RMIS Panorama's deep dive on AI. [5:29] François says he uses AI all day long for various things. As a risk manager, he uses it to increase his efficiency and daily productivity. He thinks that is quite common. He says it's also what we need for faster and better analysis. [6:00] Daily analysis from an AI engine using trusted sources is much faster than manual analysis. Now he has the time to tighten it, understand it, and complement it. [6:44] SONEPAR is using it for their benefit and to better spread risk management principles throughout the organization through Helpdesk or Chatbot, allowing people who are less skilled in risk management or insurance to ask questions through the tools to get support. [7:05] Those tools answer almost 90% of the questions. The remaining questions go to the Risk Management team because they are in a gray area. SONEPAR is using AI more and more and is entering a phase where they are looking at automating some risk management processes. [7:33] François says he is looking at automating business partner assessments, a cumbersome and complex process that the Risk Management team is doing with multiple tools. [7:49] Now, they are trying to streamline it, still with humans making the decisions, based on an AI data set that will be faster and easier to produce and much more reliable. [8:24] Justin says one of the more surprising findings in the RMIS Panorama is that ESG Functional Coverage dropped by 15 points this year. François explains why he thinks this is the case. It's not ESG fatigue, but it's in the way companies are approaching ESG. [9:22] François says a lot of ESG features are moved out of risk management information systems into dedicated tools and sometimes into dedicated teams. In the beginning, some ESG features were encapsulated in Risk Management systems. [9:39] François says it's less and less the case, at least in the tools that are sold in Europe. In the U.S., it could be more mixed. Separating ESG from Risk Management is more linked to maturity and topical evolution, rather than fatigue or a decrease in the importance of ESG. [10:06] Justin says the report also suggests that functional coverage overall has stabilized, which Justin asks if that indicates a mature market. François speaks of maturity and breaks down the RMIS Panorama, made from three surveys: Vendors, Risk Managers, and Insurers. [10:43] Maturity is reflected by a mix of these studies. Almost 250 Risk Managers from 36 countries took the survey. They want smarter features, better insight, better connections, and better decisions. They want the tools RMIS is using to be part of the group's way of functioning. [11:27] François says this is not yet the case. The tools are a bit apart and not fully connected with the CRM and other tools. François says they are starting to change. The risk managers using these tools are expecting change to come in the next few years. [11:52] Justin asks if it's easier today for a startup to build from the ground up with their Risk Management Information System embedded in their processes, or for an established organization. François says today it's easier for both, but big groups are more complex. [12:39] A Quick Break! There are so many other wonderful RIMS events coming up in 2026. The 2026 Florida RIMS Educational Conference will be held from July 28th through August 1st at the lovely Ritz-Carlton in Naples, Florida. A link to the event is in this episode's show notes. [12:57] Register now for the Second Annual RIMS Texas Regional Conference, which will be held from August 10th through 12th at the Grand Hyatt on the San Antonio River Walk. [13:08] The 11th Annual Chicagoland Risk Forum will return to the Old Post Office on Thursday, September 24th, 2026, in Chicago. Visit ChicagolandRiskForum.org for more information. [13:18] The RIMS Western Regional Conference will be held from October 4th through the 7th in Seattle, Washington. Registration is open, and you can also submit a session. Visit RIMSWesternRegional.com and the link in this episode's show notes for more information. [13:35] Save the dates October 18th through the 21st. We will be in Quebec City to celebrate the 50th Live RIMS Canada Conference. Booth sales are already open. Advance registration will open on June 10th. [13:50] Visit RIMSCanadaConference.ca for more information. Also, remember to check out RIMS.org/Canada for our spinoff show, RIMScast Canada, hosted by National Conference Committee Chair, Aaron Lukoni. [14:04] The RIMS ERM Conference 2026 will be held on November 18th and 19th in Columbus, Ohio. The deadline for educational content submissions is Friday, June 19th. Get submissions in now. The link is in this episode's show notes. Registration opens in July. [14:27] Let's Return to Our Interview with François Beaume! [14:36] François Beaume presented at RISKWORLD 2026. You can check out the materials from his presentation on RIMS.org/ASC. You will have had to have registered for or attended RISKWORLD 2026 to check it out. We're here to continue the dialog. [15:12] François feels his session went well. There were 50 to 55 people gathered there to listen and take notes. For François, it was pleasant to do. [16:00] François says you have a feeling when you are connecting with an audience. You can see that they are following you, and the message is passing from you to them. [16:51] François says, If you are losing your audience, you can try to use humor. Sometimes you succeed. He tells of a session in a noisy room, where everybody, including himself, was provided with a helmet, to listen to like a podcast. He could not feel if they were getting the message or not. [17:47] When presenting, you try to hold the attention of the room. Justin says that sometimes he locks eyes with somebody who's listening and then talks to that person and hopes that others will pick up on that energy. [18:18] Justin says risk management is not the easiest topic to make exciting. You have to figure out ways to jazz it up a little bit. [18:31] François says if you are convinced that the topic is interesting, that conviction, at a certain point, will pass through the mic and go to the room. If you are not convinced, the public will feel it. Justin says, If you are not excited to present, the audience will not be captivated. [18:58] François notes that he is French and speaks English like a Frenchman, so he has to manage that. His message may not be phrased as the audience expects. The way an American would phrase it is not the way I am using it. Justin stresses listening better to different accents. [19:58] Justin says François is a very good presenter, and the RISKWORLD audience seemed engaged in his message. Justin says if one person walks away with something actionable, it was worthwhile. François says, "Mission accomplished!" [20:23] Another Quick Break! The Spencer Educational Foundation's Risk Manager on Campus application period is now open, and it will close on June 30th. Grant awardees, colleges, and universities are typically notified in September. [20:43] The Course Development Grant application deadline for Interval Number 2 will be on June 15th, 2026. Award notifications will be sent out in late July. [20:58] General Grant applications are open, and the application deadline is July 30th. Internship Grant applications open on August 15th and close on October 15th. [21:09] Links to each of these grants are in this episode's show notes. Visit SpencerEd.org for more information. [21:17] The Spencer 2026 Funding Their Future Gala will be held on Thursday, September 17th, from 6:30 to 10:00 p.m. at a different venue this year. It will be at the fabulous Waldorf Astoria in New York City. [21:32] Sponsorship opportunities and benefits are available now. A link to the Funding Their Future Gala is in this episode's show notes. [21:40] Next week's guest is the Funding Their Future Gala Honoree, Marya Propis! More Spencer celebrities and board members will be making appearances on RIMScast this summer, as well. [21:53] Let's Conclude Our Interview with François Beaume! [22:09] Justin says the Panorama notes an increase in organizations with more than 200 RMIS users. Does that signal that RMIS is becoming an enterprise-wide infrastructure, or is it still a niche tool for risk teams? [22:26] François says that this is really positive. A Risk Management Information System is not a niche risk tool anymore. It's becoming part of the company infrastructure. [22:44] Once you have hundreds of users, expectations explode, the momentum is there, and user patience drops. As the tool starts to become more massive and interconnected with other tools, you have to manage expectations. The scope of usage of these tools is widening. [23:16] You have not only niche risk usage, but you also have risk management, internal control, insurance, compliance, etc., that are managed inside the tool. The tool reaches all areas of development. The momentum is self-generating. [24:15] François says executive involvement in RMIS usage is positive. Executives want clarity from dashboards. They want to know what matters, why it matters, and what we can do next. They want the deep insight of the tool. They may not go into the tool, but will use the dashboard. [25:10] François speaks of the progress of the techniques of Risk Management Information Systems. Data mining, SaaS contracts, and AI usage have contributed to making RMIS easier to deploy, connect, and access in order to load data, analyze data, and extract data. [26:08] Now is a time of wider usage of Risk Management Information Systems; once they have been adopted, they are there for life, and then you have to make them evolve. [26:21] This means that we have more discussions inside the corporations on RMIS evolutions and replacement. Are we able to make it evolve on its own, or is it time to change? If yes, what kind of process can I depend on to contemplate and manage that change? [26:56] This is executive level. You have created expectations. You have provided dashboards and KPIs, and you have to manage the production. Once it's done, you need a different momentum to run the production and make it better and more accurate over time. It's not easy. [27:40] With their partner EY, AMRAE is finalizing the deployment of the 2026 Panorama Sessions. The French translation will be released by mid-June, and explanation sessions will be run with vendors, risk managers, insurers, and brokers. [28:05] François says AMRAE is already working on the 2027 Panorama, which will be ready for the next RISKWORLD session in New Orleans. [28:27] If someone wants to participate in the Panorama, they need to contact AMRAE. Risk managers will be contacted by the risk management association of the country where they operate. If you are a vendor, you can contact AMRAE. AMRAE contacts insurers and brokers. [29:35] Justin says if you wish to participate, reach out. Go through your risk association where you have membership, like RIMS, FIRMA, or IFRIMA. The confidential information collected helps educate the global risk community. This Panorama is very important for us. [30:08] François says that inside the Panorama, all the contact details are available. As part of the panel, you have access to an online data form. The Panorama has a PDF version, a snapshot of what's in the database. The full database is accessible to anyone. [30:27] François says that as a risk manager or a vendor, you can run your own analysis by filtering and sorting the Panorama database. [30:45] Justin says that's the nice thing about it: AMRAE has made it complimentary and is broadening the horizons of the global risk community by doing so. [30:57] Justin says, I do miss recording with you in person. So, next year, hopefully we get a chance to see each other and have some Cajun food, put the mic up, and eat some jambalaya and talk. It will be great. I want to thank you again, and you're welcome back any time. [31:17] Special thanks again to François Beaume for joining us here on RIMScast! We look forward to seeing him at a future RIMS event. You can visit AMRAE.fr to access the free and publicly available RMIS Panorama 2026. [31:34] Plug Time! You can sponsor a RIMScast episode for this, our weekly show, or a dedicated episode. Links to sponsored episodes are in the show notes. [32:03] RIMScast has a global audience of risk and insurance professionals, legal professionals, students, business leaders, C-Suite executives, and more. Let's collaborate and help you reach them! Contact pd@rims.org for more information. [32:21] Become a RIMS member and get access to the tools, thought leadership, and network you need to succeed. Visit RIMS.org/membership or email membershipdept@RIMS.org for more information. [32:39] Risk Knowledge is the RIMS searchable content library that provides relevant information for today's risk professionals. Materials include RIMS executive reports, survey findings, contributed articles, industry research, benchmarking data, and more. [32:55] For the best reporting on the profession of risk management, read Risk Management Magazine at RMMagazine.com. It is written and published by the best minds in risk management. [33:09] Justin Smulison is the Business Content Manager at RIMS. Please remember to subscribe to RIMScast on your favorite podcasting app. You can email us at Content@RIMS.org. 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The Pure Report welcomes Mark Wilkinson, a Consulting Field Solutions Architect at Everpure and a former Database Administrator (DBA) and manager. Mark shares his unique perspective on the changes reshaping the Database Administrator role from the perspective of a DBA practitioner. Drawing on his experience as a 10-year Everpure customer who was freed from storage concerns, Mark highlights that the DBA function has not been eliminated but rather has been elevated and broadened in scope. Mark explains how the role continues to shift from routine, fire-fighting tasks to high-value, strategic contributions. The modern DBA role is expanding beyond traditional relational databases and SQL Server dominance, now intersecting with big data, AI, and unstructured data. We discuss how adopting technologies like cloud for data mobility, containers (which force teams to prioritize resilience), and automation (leading to self-service workflows) creates more time for the DBA team to grow their expertise. Automation, often driven initially by laziness, is seen as the key force multiplier, enabling DBAs to stop asking "Am I adding any value right now?" and start using their knowledge to benefit the business. Crucially, the entire evolution points to the necessity of building stronger relationships throughout the organization—with developers, finance, and leadership. This shift allows DBAs to move from a stereotypical gatekeeper role to a business partner, gaining a seat at the table and increasing their visibility and impact. While new challenges like AI accuracy (especially for new DBAs) and compliance (GDPR) exist, the expansion of the role makes it a cool time to be a DBA, with many options to specialize, build skills (e.g., via open source), and drive corporate success. To learn more, visit: https://www.everpuredata.com/solutions/databases.html Check out the new Everpure digital customer community to join the conversation with peers and Everpure experts: https://purecommunity.purestorage.com/ 00:00 Intro and Welcome 05:05 Career Journey 09:55 Everpure Benefit for App Environments 15:01 Stat of the Episode 20:05 Slow Storage Impact on DBAs 25:05 Key Changes to DBA role 30:15 Containers and DBAs 35:15 Automation and Workflows 41:10 Observability and Telemetry 43:43: AI and DBAs 55:08 Hot Takes

Welcome to RIMScast. Your host is Justin Smulison, Business Content Manager at RIMS, the Risk and Insurance Management Society.   In this episode, Justin interviews Jennifer McNelly, CEO of the American Society of Safety Professionals, about her wide-ranging safety career, the ASSP publishing the first U.S.-Based standard on risk assessment and management, the ASSP's Standards-Based User Groups, and how safety practices are not about worker behavior but overall organization system safety improvement. Jennifer shares her excitement about National Safety Month and the upcoming Safety Conference + Expo 2026, from June 15th through 17th in Anaheim, California. Listen for inspiration on closing the safety gap in your organization.   Key Takeaways: [:01] About RIMS and RIMScast. [:16] About this episode of RIMScast. We are releasing this episode ahead of National Safety Month in June, and our special guest is Jennifer McNelly, the CEO of the American Society of Safety Professionals, but first… [:43] RIMS Virtual Workshops. The next RIMS-CRMP Exam Prep will be held on June 9th and 10th. The next RIMS-CRMP-FED Exam Prep with AFERM will be held on June 16th and 17th. Links to registration are in this episode's notes. [:58] Webinars. On May 21st, GRC returns to present "Is Your Fire Protection Strategy Outdated? Emerging Risks Are Changing the Rules." [1:10] On May 28th, Zurich returns with "From Underwriting To Risk Management: What To Expect From The Growing Demand For Data Center Construction." Register for webinars at RIMS.org/Webinars or through the links in this episode's show notes. [1:25] Folks, RIMS is back on YouTube. Our handle is @RIMSOfficialChannel. We've got plenty of videos there, including RIMScast, RIMScast Canada video podcasts, and other informative and entertaining content from RIMS. Subscribe to the channel today! [1:43] If you plan to submit a session for the RIMS Canada Conference 2026, today, the air date May 19th, is your last day to do so. Visit RIMS Canada to submit your session. We hope to see you in Quebec City, October 18th through the 21st. [2:02] On with the Show! June is approaching, and that means National Safety Month. That is also observed in several parts of the world. Who better to speak about safety than Jennifer McNelly, the CEO of The American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP)? [2:20] Jennifer is an accomplished executive with more than 35 years of leadership experience in associations, government, and industry. She has been the Society's CEO since 2018, leading the global organization of more than 36,000 occupational, safety, and health professionals.  [2:36] Jennifer has some new risk management standards to discuss, under the safety umbrella. I also thought we would benefit from hearing her philosophies on safety and how the ASSP encourages its members to embed safety into their organization's culture. Let's get to it! [2:55] Interview! ASSP CEO, Jennifer McNelly, Welcome to RIMScast! [3:29] Jennifer McNelly and Gary LaBranche, CEO of RIMS, run into each other often at ASAE. They have talked about connecting. Jennifer is excited to be here on RIMScast to talk about collaboration, partnership, and keeping everybody safe at work. [4:04] Jennifer asks every safety professional she connects with, "Tell me your story." She says she is an amalgamation of many stories that have led her to be the CEO of ASSP. She started in the political world. She says you've got to build strong partnerships to move things forward. [4:26] That is the foundation of the mindset Jennifer brings to the ASSP. After politics, she spent time in the U.D. Department of Labor in the capacity of public-private partnerships. That's how you move things forward. [4:41] This was followed by a deep commitment to the people in this nation who make things through leadership at the Manufacturing Institute and Global Stages. All of Jennifer's career has been at the intersection of people and the world of work, and making the world a better place. [4:58] Jennifer says now she gets to do that with unbelievable honor for those who get up and run the world's economy every day, ensuring they get to go home as they were and better than when they walked in the door. [5:11] Jennifer says that's about economic contribution, keeping everybody safe, and the commitment and heart of every safety professional. Safety brought her in the door, with a very unique lens of how we need to work together to send everybody home. [5:32] Jennifer has been with ASSP for eight years, moving into her ninth year. She brings energy, passion, and connection to what ASSP is doing. She likes to think of herself as the catalyst for impact, to make workers' safety, health, and well-being an inherent right for everybody. [6:11] Jennifer says everyone's got a safety story. Often, the thing that hits the headline is the "Somebody did …" and there was a whole set of events. [6:23] Hence, today's conversation, anchored in the importance of risk identification, risk management, and integration into thinking every day by everyone. [6:33] It's not just one thing that starts it. It can be the mindset of someone who's had a bad morning and lost childcare for their family. It can be about a system in process. It can be about a bad piece of equipment. It can be a bunch of other things, but what we hear is the headline. [6:53] Jennifer says our goal is to unpack the story and get to the root cause and improve it, for everyone. [7:00] Jennifer says the ASSP has over 35,000 members globally. A lot of the membership is in the industrial space. They have partners in insurance, and those who service as well as those who produce. ASSP calls this the Safety Ecosystem. [7:26] Justin says RIMS sees that Enterprise Risk Management is leading the way for the future of the profession. Justin asks how Jennifer sees safety risk integrating more deeply into ERM frameworks. [7:42] Jennifer said in 2019, early in her career at ASSP, her pitch to the Board of Directors was for moving safety professionals and workers from basic compliance to a complete integration of human capital, total worker health, and principles like prevention through design. [8:10] Risk Enterprise Systems are critical to that objective. ASSP just released a new standard, "ANSI/ASSP Z310.1 Risk Management — Guidelines for Assessing and Managing Risk." [8:34] It's about management systems, operating in an organizational context, and creating and documenting a comprehensive approach. It's about stakeholder engagement, culture, and inclusivity. [8:49] It also has an important mindset: Change always happens. Therefore, it's about dynamic operations, not static operations; about how you use clear and available information to lead forward, and consider culture and human factors, always with continuous improvement. [9:11] Jennifer says we can't move forward without all those factors integrated into Enterprise Risk. [9:18] The ASSP's Z310.1 Committee is comprised of 28 organizations. ASSP plays an important role in the marketplace. Its logo is a shield, and its members are guardians of workplace safety. Every one of them is a workplace superhero. [10:05] Jennifer loves all superheroes because she loves the potential of hope that each one of us has that power. [10:12] One of the things that is unique about ASSP's market position is its global-based standards. It brings companies together around the table to flesh it out. It's not a single company. [10:34] Jennifer says injuries, serious incidents, and fatalities happen in an environment that's complex, dynamic, and always changing. By bringing together those who are doing the work, we gain consensus. [10:49] Justin says there is a link to the press release in this episode's show notes. The press release mentions how ANSI/ASSP Z310.0 builds off the ISO 31000 standard. There's a lot of value in it for RIMS members. Please check out the link in this episode's show notes. [11:17] Justin notes that ANSI comes with a lot of heft. The RIMS-CRMP is ANSI-accredited. RIMS is the only globally recognized risk management program through ANSI. [11:37] Jennifer says that early in her career, she sat on ANSI's 17024 PCAC, the group that approved those kinds of standards. She is a firm believer in business driving business outcomes. They know what works. [11:54] The workers doing the work and the business conducting the business know what works. Jennifer talks about cross connections and says we should be talking and doing more together. Each of us has a critical role. [12:42] A Quick Break! There are so many other wonderful RIMS events coming up in 2026. The 2026 Florida RIMS Educational Conference will be held from July 28th through August 1st at the lovely Ritz-Carlton in Naples, Florida. A link to the event is in this episode's show notes. [13:04] Register now for the Second Annual RIMS Texas Regional Conference, to be held from August 10th through 12th at the Grand Hyatt on the San Antonio River Walk. Advance rates are available through June 5th. [13:18] The 11th Annual Chicagoland Risk Forum will return to the Old Post Office on Thursday, September 24th, 2026, in Chicago. Visit ChicagolandRiskForum.org for more information. [13:31] The RIMS Western Regional Conference will be held from October 4th through the 7th in Seattle, Washington. Registration is open, and you can also submit a session. Visit RIMSWesternRegional.com and the link in this episode's show notes for more information. [13:49] Save the dates October 18th through the 21st. We will be in Quebec City to celebrate the 50th Live RIMS Canada Conference. Booth sales are already open. The call for educational sessions has been extended to May 19th, the air date of this episode. [14:06] Submit your session today. Early-bird registration will open in June. [14:12] Visit RIMSCanadaConference.ca for more information. Also, remember to check out RIMS.org/Canada for our spinoff show, RIMScast Canada, hosted by National Conference Committee Chair, Aaron Lukoni. [14:27] The RIMS ERM Conference 2026 will be held on November 18th and 19th in Columbus, Ohio. Details will follow on RIMS.org. [14:37] Let's Return to our Interview with ASSP CEO Jennifer McNelly! [14:44] Jennifer says standards bring consensus together, but members are asking how to use the standards and what to do with them. [15:03] Members want the playbook because they are busy, underresourced, and over-expected. They have a stressful work environment. The ASSP launched Standards-Based User Groups in January of this year. [15:20] The ASSP's partners collaboratively spend close to $7 million a year investing in keeping the standards updated. How do you move the standards to market? What do you do with them? There are hundreds of thousands of companies around the world that use the standards. [15:38] To somebody who is just starting that journey, it's a challenge. The ASSP's Standards-Based User Groups dig into the company's maturity, the maturity of the safety professional, and help them move one step further. [15:59] The point of Standards-Based User Groups (SBUGs) is to make the standards accessible. Jennifer says there are a couple of unique angles to the approach they are taking. [16:29] The ASSP's Standards-Based User Groups approach starts where serious incidents and fatalities happen, fall from heights and energy controls, two things where there is a lot of technical expertise in lock-out, tag-out, and fall prevention standards. [16:51] Jennifer says there is a disruption happening in business and in safety, the impact and influence of Big Data, AI, and analytics. The third SBUG is AI and Safety. Through technology partners, by integrating the Standards, it will level up what people have access to. [17:23] The ASSP's traditional routes are through the safety professionals. By putting Standards-Based User Groups in the hands of the reporting systems they have to use every day, that is scaling in a way that has never been done before. [18:06] The focus of the Standards-Based User Groups is scaling great knowledge in a framework denied by the industry. [18:16] Justin says it becomes a strategic risk management function. Jennifer says it is built into enterprise systems to drive action and make better decisions. [18:30] Another Quick Break! The Spencer Educational Foundation's Risk Manager on Campus application period is now open, and it will close on June 30th. Grant awardees, colleges, and universities are typically notified in September. [18:51] The Course Development Grant application deadline for Interval Number 2 will be on June 15th, 2026. Award notifications will be sent out in late July. [19:06] General Grant applications will open on May 1st, 2026, and the application deadline is July 30th. Internship Grant applications open on August 15th and close on October 15th. [19:18] Links to each of these grants are in this episode's show notes. Visit SpencerEd.org for more information. [19:27] Let's Conclude Our Interview with the American Society of Safety Professionals CEO Jennifer McNelly! [19:47] Justin points out that June is National Safety Month. Jennifer thinks every day is National Safety Day! National Safety Month puts a consistent spotlight on safety. She believes safety professionals need more celebration. [20:34] Jennifer loves to tell their stories. She is grateful to any safety professional and to anybody in the ecosystem listening today. Thank you for everything that you do. [20:48] June is coming, and we are not done. Jennifer often talks about the gap. She uses the roots of ASSP and the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire as a real example that the gap is always going to exist. [21:12] Jennifer speaks of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire. It is the roots of the ASSP. There remains a building on the corner of NYU where about 149 individuals perished jumping out of windows because the doors were locked. It is the foundation and grounding of safety in the U.S. [21:36] Jennifer repeats that it is a real example of the gap. A couple of years ago, the ASSP Board of Directors went to the dedication of the building. Every year, Taps is played, and the ladder goes up, and it stops at the sixth floor. [21:49] You see the bunting and the gap between where we are today and where they were then. Someone next to Jennifer said, "But it needs to go higher!" That's the point. There is always a gap because business is dynamic and ever-changing. [22:06] Our responsibility as safety professionals and associations is to fill the gap and get ahead of it. With serious incidents and fatalities, the data has been flat for 10 years. Let's do something different. [22:23] Let's think about the principles of prevention through design and crack the C-Suite decision-making. Jennifer talks about safety as good governance. How safety succeeds is about the economic decision-making process. [22:44] Jennifer says it's got to be built into business in every way, shape, and form. Safety is never a moment or a one-and-done. It is a part of every part of business decision-making. [23:07] NIOSH does tremendous research on the future of work and how dynamic it is. Every year, Jennifer calls senior executives and talks through critical things. She does that because research says one thing and the ASSP membership says another. There's a gap. [23:28] Often, in that gap, Jennifer hears the term "research to practice." That leads back to the Standards-Based User Groups. What does the research say, what does the data say, and how do you scale it?  [23:42] There are several forces at play when looking at what's shaping the world of work. There's workforce instability; a fluidity that never existed before. It's one of the biggest emerging risks Jennifer sees. [24:02] Next is the fact that safety is not a metric. Then there's the pace of change and technology, and the influence of leadership. Jennifer believes that leadership happens in every role and function. How do we empower individual and corporate leadership? [25:15] If a company is doing minimal compliance with the law, data tells us that's not enough. Jennifer said a volunteer was excited to tell her they had removed cell phones from a site. But cell phones can be used to photograph risks you hadn't seen. [25:54] First, understand what problem you are trying to solve. Is it technology looking for a problem, or a problem looking for a solution that the technology enables? That's the approach ASSP is taking. [26:13] If we continue to have individuals die every year, falling from heights, how do we solve that through technology, because somewhere in that complex system, things are not where they need to be. That's a statement of forward motion. [26:39] Jennifer says she thinks there is a huge opportunity, but it needs to be ethically used, transparent, and clear what problem we are trying to solve. AI in safety isn't new. ASSP worked with MakUSafe AI for three years as they started studying technology advancements in safety. [27:04] Jennifer says wearables have been around "forever." They're a good practice. Someone has seen the problem and identified the solution, and our challenge is replication, application, and scale. ASSP is striving toward that and how technology can enable it. [27:24] Jennifer says guardrails are something we hear from membership all the time. Jennifer wants it to be done in a way that integrates it seamlessly, not a new shiny penny. Jennifer is very careful to make sure changes are made at every level. This isn't a blame-the-worker approach. [27:53] This isn't Big Brother is watching somebody in the workplace. This is about empowerment in an era of action. How does information become a learning opportunity to understand A + B + C + D? [28:18] Jennifer says when she thinks of behaviors and actions, she thinks of the C-Suite decision-making. [28:26] What does the Board of Directors governing an enterprise know and understand about the human capital management and decision-making on the capital investment side of safety in the workplace? [28:39] Justin notes registration is open for Safety 2026, held from June 15th through 17th in Anaheim. It's the 65th Annual Conference and Expo. Jennifer calls it a Safety Revival! For Safety members, coming together to learn, connect, and grow gives a unique sense of belonging. [29:19] Jennifer calls it a battery-filling, energizing, impact like no other. It's a great opportunity to see what is on the leading edge and solve problems. The Expo is not a sales pitch. Everybody on that floor has to have a reason and something to share with safety professionals. [29:45] Jennifer describes the 200 classes. There are over 700 program applicants each year. There's too much content and not enough time. There's top-notch technical content and the opportunity to connect with someone that you know you can call and get an answer from. [30:20] Jennifer's favorite thing is to run around, hear stories, and take selfies. It truly is a welcoming and impactful event. [30:32] Jennifer says she's the reason people stop the second they walk in the door. She reminds them why they're there. Last year, she wore an ASSP pickleball outfit to show it's about not just being together but also having fun. Sometimes we forget that connection and fun. [31:14] People are going to learn, but have a great time while you're doing it! Jennifer says she will see everybody onstage! Anaheim will be the place to be! [31:29] The link to the 65th Annual Conference and Expo for Safety 2026 is in this episode's show notes. Justin says it has been such a pleasure to connect with you, finally, and get the word out for National Safety Month. We're priming for National Safety Month. [32:07] Special thanks to ASSP CEO Jennifer McNelly for joining us here on RIMScast! There are lots of links in this episode's show notes. Visit ASSP.org for more information, as well as the Safety 2026 Conference at Safety.ASSP.org. [32:27] Also in this episode's show notes are the links to RIMS coverage of Worker Safety and prior coverage of National Safety Month. A lot of this information is evergreen, so I hope you'll check it out. [32:39] Plug Time! You can sponsor a RIMScast episode for this, our weekly show, or a dedicated episode. Links to sponsored episodes are in the show notes. [33:08] RIMScast has a global audience of risk and insurance professionals, legal professionals, students, business leaders, C-Suite executives, and more. Let's collaborate and help you reach them! Contact pd@rims.org for more information. [33:25] Become a RIMS member and get access to the tools, thought leadership, and network you need to succeed. Visit RIMS.org/membership or email membershipdept@RIMS.org for more information. [33:43] Risk Knowledge is the RIMS searchable content library that provides relevant information for today's risk professionals. Materials include RIMS executive reports, survey findings, contributed articles, industry research, benchmarking data, and more. [34:00] For the best reporting on the profession of risk management, read Risk Management Magazine at RMMagazine.com. It is written and published by the best minds in risk management. [34:14] Justin Smulison is the Business Content Manager at RIMS. 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Forget the image of a simple toy company. Hasbro is undergoing a massive transformation, evolving from the home of Mr. Potato Head and Monopoly to a global digital IP powerhouse. In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Gina Goetter, the company's dynamic CFO and COO, to discuss how she is helping to steer this multi-billion dollar ship. Goetter pulls back the curtain on the Playing to Win strategy, revealing how Hasbro—the world's fifth-largest IP licensor—is strategically allocating capital to fuel future growth in digital games while honoring beloved legacy brands. Goetter shares invaluable insight into her dual role as a strategic business partner and offers practical advice for the next generation of finance leaders on mastering the art of operational finance and building a world-class team.

In this episode of SCW for Pharma, Evren Ozkaya welcomes Abe Eshkenazi, Chief Executive Officer of the Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM).The conversation begins with Abe's professional journey, starting from his early career in pharmaceutical operations, including manufacturing and supply chain management. He shares how his current role focuses on helping organizations build more agile, resilient, and risk-aware supply chains, while also fostering a global community that advances the profession across areas such as strategy, geopolitics, compliance, and sustainability.Evren and Abe then explore how the perception of the supply chain has evolved since COVID-19. Abe emphasizes that supply chain is no longer a back-office function but a critical topic at the C-level. The pandemic exposed major gaps in transparency and visibility, pushing organizations to rethink their priorities beyond cost and efficiency to include resilience, ethics, and sustainability.The discussion then shifts to the gap between academic education and real-world supply chain challenges. Abe reflects on how supply chain management was not historically a dedicated academic discipline and how many professionals entered the field from engineering or finance backgrounds. He highlights the role of certification and continuous education programs in bridging this gap, as well as ASCM's contributions in this regard.Evren and Abe also discuss the importance of continuous learning and cross-functional development. Abe underscores that supply chain professionals must go beyond operational efficiency, developing capabilities in finance, analytics, sustainability, and strategy. At the same time, he highlights the growing importance of soft skills, including relationship management and the ability to navigate complex, dynamic environments while balancing short-term disruptions with long-term strategic goals.The conversation then touches on ASCM's documentary “The Chain: How The World Works,” which illustrates the hidden complexity of global supply chains and is streaming on Amazon Prime. Abe explains how supply chains impact everyday life in ways most people do not realize until disruptions occur, emphasizing that supply chains are ultimately human systems that directly affect societies and livelihoods.Focusing on the pharmaceutical and life sciences sector, Abe highlights the critical importance of quality, accessibility, and reliability. He explains that pharma supply chains go beyond operational complexity, as they are directly linked to patient health and wellbeing. He also points to global dependencies, such as the concentration of active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) production, and exposed vulnerabilities in ensuring access to essential medicines.Looking ahead, Abe identifies the skills that will be most in demand over the next five years. He emphasizes the growing importance of leadership, communication, and collaboration skills, as supply chain professionals must translate complex insights into actionable strategies across organizations. With increasing geopolitical uncertainty, technological advancement, and demand volatility, the ability to influence and align stakeholders will be critical.Finally, Abe shares his perspective on talent in the healthcare sector. He highlights the need to recruit individuals who are motivated by impact and committed to improving people's lives. While digital transformation is essential for improving visibility and efficiency, he stresses that technology should be seen as a tool, not a replacement for human judgment. Evren and Abe conclude the conversation with a powerful reflection: supply chain is not a support function, but a critical, cross-functional discipline that plays a vital role in delivering what people need, when they need it—ultimately making a meaningful difference in the world.

In this episode of Predictable B2B Growth, Javier sits down with Nick Turner, CEO of Dreamdata, to break down what it really takes to build predictable growth in today's B2B landscape.Nick shares lessons from leading Dreamdata through a $55M Series B raise, including why focus—not expansion—is the key to scaling, and the metrics that actually matter to investors: growth rate, gross retention, and burn efficiency.They also dive into the reality behind AI hype, why most companies misunderstand its role in go-to-market, and how businesses should think about delivering real customer value instead of chasing buzzwords.The conversation explores the growing importance of brand, the long B2B buying cycle, and why over-reliance on short-term demand generation can quietly kill pipeline. Nick also challenges how sales and marketing teams use automation, emphasizing that while marketers can scale communication, sales still depends on genuine human interaction.At its core, this episode is about cutting through noise—focusing on the right customers, solving real problems, and building a growth engine that's actually sustainable.Key Topics and TakeawaysFundraising strategies for Series BThe role of AI in SaaS growthImportance of customer feedback and focusPredictability in growth metrics is crucial for Series B success.AI is a tool to deliver value, not a buzzword to chase.Focus on a specific market segment to dominate before expanding.Listening to customers is the most reliable way to build products.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Nick Turner and Dream Data01:51 Fundraising Journey and Predictability Metrics04:47 The Role of AI in Business07:55 Listening to Customers and Market Feedback11:20 Navigating Investor Conversations13:11 Defining Predictable Growth16:27 Focus and Market Positioning20:37 Metrics for Success and Burn Multiple22:44 The 30-Day Blackout Challenge23:45 The Sales Cycle and Brand Awareness26:34 Marketing and Sales Alignment29:43 The Evolving Role of Sales32:43 AI in Marketing vs. Sales39:23 Customer-Centric Growth StrategiesResources & LinksDream Data - https://dreamdata.ioNick Turner LinkedIn - https://linkedin.com/in/nickturnerChet Holmes - The Ultimate Sales Machine - https://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Sales-Machine-Target-Profits/dp/1591842158Send us Fan Mail Thanks for listening to Predictable B2B Growth.Want predictable pipeline (not random acts of marketing)? Run the Predictable Pipeline Diagnostic (15 min): https://boldermediasolutions.com/pipeline Subscribe to the newsletter: https://boldermediasolutions.com/newsletter Book a strategy call: https://boldermediasolutions.com/strategyMore episodes + show notes: https://boldermediasolutions.com/podcastConnect with Javier:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/javierlozanojr/ Website: https://boldermediasolutions.comIf the show helps, follow + leave a rating/review.

Mattias Fridström continues the conversation with Rob Merhej, VP EMEA at AVANT, exploring how advisory‑led partners create long‑term value for customers – and why connectivity remains central to everything from AI to customer experience.In this episode, they discuss:How AVANT supports partners beyond the initial deal through ongoing advisory, cross‑sell, and up‑sell engagementWhat separates top‑performing trusted advisors – and why selling multiple services per customer mattersHow AVANT stays ahead of vendor roadmaps with specialist engineers and tools like Pathfinder and AtlasWhy AI deployments often fail without the right data center, bandwidth, and network design in placeThe shift of unified communications into broader CX and contact‑center transformationsGrowing awareness of AI security, governance, sustainability, and talent challengesA look ahead at the next five years – from multi‑gig connectivity to AI as an everyday work companionA lively conversation on connectivity, AI, and the advisory models powering the next wave of the technology channel. Tune in and get ahead of what's next.

In this week's show, Frank La Vigne sits down with data and analytics engineer Wasim Rana for a deep dive into the realities of building, managing, and securing data infrastructure in modern businesses.Together, they explore the critical challenge of preventing data lakes from turning into data swamps, the practical pipeline from raw to curated data—including the increasingly popular bronze, silver, and gold layering approach—and the vital role of governance in today's data-heavy world. Waseem Rana shares insights from his hands-on experience with AWS, Snowflake, and transforming messy datasets into actionable business intelligence.The conversation also takes a look at the evolving landscape of data engineering amid AI advancements, what skills data professionals need to stay ahead, and how future architectures may blend data lakes, warehouses, and vector databases for AI-driven analytics. Whether you're a data engineer, business leader, or just curious about the future of data, this is an episode you won't want to miss!LinksWasim's LinkedIn -https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamwasimrana/Wasim's GitHub -https://github.com/wasimranacseWatch on YouTube -https://youtu.be/8oGEEN6BubkPodcast Episode Mentioned:The AI Driven Leader: Rethinking Strategy, Decision Making, and Personal Growth -https://datadriven.tv/episodes/the-ai-driven-leader-rethinking-strategy-decision-making-and-personal-growth/Book mentioned:The AI-Driven Leader: Harnessing AI to Make Faster, Smarter DecisionsHardcover -https://amzn.to/4crqshxKindle -https://amzn.to/4u8rVPSAudiobook -https://amzn.to/3Qqsc1XTime Stamp00:00 Working as a data engineer03:22 Using AWS for infrastructure06:31 Transforming raw data for use11:14 Discussing data sources and ingestion15:51 Discussing data analysis with AI models16:33 The future of data analytics21:58 Importance of data governance24:44 Evolution of data storage solutions29:34 AI's impact on data jobs31:20 Understanding data architecture importance35:49 Understanding AI creativity and context37:14 Understanding AI's lack of context40:43 Difficulty finding meaningful connections45:14 Using storytelling to drive change47:44 Connecting pipelines to WooCommerce

Justin sits down with Sanjay Pal, Worldwide VP of Professional Services at IBM, to explore what it really takes to lead services at global scale and why the role is more strategically important now than ever before.Sanjay draws on his journey from Cisco to Accenture to IBM to break down what has fundamentally changed about services delivery in the AI era, and what has stayed the same. He shares how IBM thinks about standardizing delivery across 16 global markets without sacrificing client experience, why the forward-deployed engineer model is gaining momentum, and how professional services leaders need to evolve from deployment executors into trusted business advisors.He also shares a personal story about his father, who wrote 52 books with pen, paper, and a stack of research clippings, and what that means for what's possible now.Chapters[00:00] Intro and Sanjay's Path to IBM [02:33] What's Changed in Services, and What Hasn't [05:00] How AI Amplifies Delivery Without Replacing Judgment [08:01] Standardization vs. Customization at Global Scale [10:38] The Evolving Role of the Services Leader [12:44] Forward-Deployed Engineers and Leading with Services [15:02] Breaking Down Silos Across Pre-Sales, Implementation, and Post-Sales [16:05] What's Top of Mind Heading into 2026

Join the FREE Masterclass: https://bit.ly/4mqqgCuIn this episode of The Customer Success Pro Podcast, Anika Zubair discusses the evolving role of customer success as a revenue-generating function, the skills needed for modern CS professionals, and practical strategies to drive growth and renewals.Chapters00:00 The Evolving Role of Customer Success09:48 Revenue as a Core Function19:36 The Shift from Support to Revenue29:12 Mastering Revenue-Driven SkillsConnect with Anika Zubair:Website: ⁠https://thecustomersuccesspro.com/⁠LinkedIn:  ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/anikazubair/⁠RevUP Academy: ⁠https://thecustomersuccesspro.com/revup⁠Grab our FREE resources here: ⁠https://thecustomersuccesspro.com/resources⁠Want to be our next podcast guest? Apply here: ⁠https://www.thecustomersuccesspro.com/podcast-guest⁠Book Anika as a speaker at your next team event: ⁠https://www.thecustomersuccesspro.com/team-event

This episode recorded live at the Becker's Spring 2026 Payer Issues Roundtable features Robert Holzer, Strategy and Innovation Leader, Next Horizon Innovations, Martin Luethi, Chief Technology Officer, Quest Analytics, & Bob Tavernier, Solution Executive, Quest Analytics. The conversation explores how provider data has evolved from a compliance requirement into a strategic driver of AI readiness, network performance, regulatory alignment, and member trust, emphasizing the need for clean data, strong governance, and scalable infrastructure.This episode is sponsored by Quest Analytics.

What does it take to grow into product leadership in the age of AI, and help shape how product managers work in the future? This episode explores exactly that.We sit down with Dominik Ilichman, Senior Product Manager at Productboard, for an honest and inspiring conversation about career growth, AI-first product development, and the evolving partnership between product, design, and engineering.With a background in law, experience at Meta, and now a key role in shaping Productboard Spark, Dominik shares his unique journey into product management and what he's learning while building in one of the fastest-changing areas of tech.In this episode, you'll hear:How Dominik went from law to product managementHow AI tools like Spark, Cursor, and Claude Code are changing the way he worksWhy great product specs matter more than ever in the age of AIHow Productboard's triad model helps product, design, and engineering build better togetherWhat he looks for in today's product-minded engineersWhy continuous AI experimentation is essential for anyone in techWhether you're a product manager, engineer, or someone curious about building AI-powered products, this episode offers a thoughtful look at what the future of product work can look like.Interested in joining our team? We're hiring across multiple departments. Check out our careers page for the latest vacancies. We'd love to hear from you!

Eric George joined the Rice Owls in late 2023 after 4 years at Clemson where he started as the Senior Associate AD/CFO before being promoted to Deputy AD. He is a business-minded strategist with a CPA that has worked for some incredible athletic directors. This conversation is mostly focused on how George thinks in his job, how he learns from others, and how he and his wife processes opportunities that led him to Rice and the ones that he will have in the future. I finish by asking Eric about the trend in FBS AD hires going younger lately and how that might change his approach. Eric is very focused on his deputy role at Rice and learning from Tommy McClelland, but I know he will be a great AD for some school at some point. 0:000 Introduction2:25 Proud Rice Initiatives So Far # 15:45 HEA: AD Chair Strategy Sessions7:18 Proud Rice Initiatives So Far # 28:50 AD Vantage - Where Victory is Vetted10:10 Learning from Great Athletic Directors13:55 Studying Athletic Director Content & Interviews16:35 How Eric Keeps Thoughts Organized for Future AD Role23:55 Career Design & Processing Opportunities33:40 Onrise - Mental Health Care for Athletes34:41 Balancing AD Ambitions with Deputy AD Demands37:20 The Evolving Role of the FBS Athletic Director42:40 FBS Presidents Taking Chances on Younger First-Time ADsHEA is presented by PILYTIX, an AI tech company for higher education institutions and sports organizations. Increased Donations. Fast, Effective Targeting. Improved Performance. Learn more: ⁠https://pilytix.ai/AD Vantage empowers athletic directors with comprehensive staff data, performance analytics, and AI-powered candidate insights to make smarter hiring, compensation, and retention decisions in an era where every dollar counts. Learn more: https://www.athleticdirectorvantage.comOnrise provides complete mental health Coverage for your Athletes. One call. Same-day setup. Your athletes get immediate access to peer support from retired pros, licensed clinicians, and 24/7 crisis care. Less than one in-house FTE. No hiring hassles. No initiative fatigue. Learn more: https://onrise.care

In this episode, Samantha Smeltzer, VP of Simulation at Orbis Education, explores how simulation is transforming nursing education by bridging gaps between theory and real-world practice. She shares how hands-on training, debriefing, and stronger collaboration with health systems can improve clinical readiness, patient safety, and workforce retention.This episode is sponsored by Orbis Education.

Welcome to the Mad in America podcast, my name is James. Today, we are discussing the experiences of people who have attempted to stop taking psychiatric drugs. These experiences are captured in a survey undertaken by the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland. Joining me to talk about this work are Cathal Cadogan and Agnes Higgins, both from Trinity College. Cathal is an Associate Professor in Practice of Pharmacy at Trinity College. His research focuses on developing supports to help people make informed decisions about starting and stopping psychiatric medication. He was recently involved in a priority setting partnership to identify priorities for future research on reducing and discontinuing psychiatric medicines. Agnes is a nurse, researcher and academic who has recently retired as a professor in mental health at the School of Nursing and Midwifery at Trinity College. She is a former Chairperson of the Board of Mental Health Reform, Ireland's leading service user organization, campaigning for improvements in mental health services. She is also currently a board member of Kyrie Farm, an innovative initiative combining the benefits of nature, meaningful participation, community and therapy to support mental health recovery. Their work is part of a wider examination of priorities for future research on reducing and stopping psychiatric medication, and we'll talk about this as well as the findings of their survey. We'll also talk about the role that pharmacists could potentially play when people are considering stopping their psychiatric drugs. *** Thank you for being with us to listen to the podcast and read our articles this year. MIA is funded entirely by reader donations. If you value MIA, please help us continue to survive and grow. https://www.madinamerica.com/donate/ To find the Mad in America podcast on your preferred podcast player, click here: https://pod.link/1212789850 © Mad in America 2026. Produced by James Moore https://www.jmaudio.org

In this episode, Dr Bryony Alderman, palliative care consultant and RCP sustainability clinical education fellow, joins Dr Vasiliki Thanopoulou, rheumatology registrar and RCP clinical education fellow, for a wide‑ranging discussion demystifying modern palliative care.Together they explore how the specialty has evolved beyond end‑of‑life support, highlighting early integration, symptom management across disease groups, and the importance of compassionate, individualised care.The conversation dives deep into practical clinical considerations: appropriate timing of referrals, anticipatory prescribing, managing medications in renal/hepatic failure, handling chronic disease therapies at the end of life, and common misconceptions around syringe drivers. They also discuss communication challenges, including uncertainty in prognostication, hydration and nutrition decisions, and supporting families during difficult conversations.This is an essential episode for clinicians looking to enhance confidence and skill in end‑of‑life care, while keeping person‑centred care at the heart of practice.Resources https://www.spict.org.uk/Lee C, Tran TT, Ross J Anticipatory prescribing in community end-of-life care BMJ Supportive & Palliative Care 2024;14:353-357https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/professionals/resources/nil-mouth-medication-dose-calculators-and-guidelineshttps://www.diabetes.org.uk/for-professionals/improving-care/clinical-recommendations-for-professionals/diagnosis-ongoing-management-monitoring/end-of-life-carehttps://www.nacel.nhs.uk/about-nacelExplore our CPD portfolio by your career stageRCP | Education and professional developmentRCP LinksEducationRCP Social MediaInstagramLinkedInFacebookBlueskyMusic Episode 50 onward - Bensound.com  Episodes 1 - 49 'Impressive Deals' - Nicolai Heidlas Any adverts within this podcast may use computer generated voices

Chinese Vice President Han Zheng was in Kenya this week, where he oversaw the first shipment of agricultural products that will enter the Chinese market duty-free. There's a lot of excitement across the continent about China's removal of all import tariffs for goods from 53 African countries. But Yan Liang, an economics professor at Willamette University, argues it's not going to make much of a difference to reduce the swelling trade deficit that most African countries now have with China. Yan joins Eric to discuss a recent paper she wrote that explores China's evolving economic relationship with Africa and how the continent's lack of industrial capacity, among other factors, will keep the trade relationship between these two regions largely intact.

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Dr. Jake Doll (Medicine, Cardiology; UW Medicine Medical Director of Learning) discusses the role of AI in clinical work. In addition to note writing, AI can also be used to synthesize large amounts of clinical data. Dr. Doll emphasizes the importance of using secure AI tools, and describes how to trust but verify the results provided by the tool. He walks through both the benefits and concerns of AI's role as a trusted colleague in diagnostic strategy, and explains how to identify and mitigate AI hallucinations. Whether your use for AI includes knowledge synthesis or differential diagnosis, this episode will equip you with appropriate understanding of the various uses and risks of these tools to improve your clinical work experience.Music by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com/) 

Expectations for strength and conditioning coaches now extend far beyond the weight room. Athletes and sport coaches demand better data, deeper insight, and stronger performance. Faith Brown, Associate Director of Strength and Conditioning at George Mason University, supports women’s basketball and volleyball while collaborating with the Patriot Performance Lab. Brown describes balancing teams, testing, and athlete monitoring as a “circus act.” At the heart of her coaching is one goal: be the coach she wishes she had as a college track athlete. She demonstrates ways strength and conditioning coaches can contribute as scientists, creating impact and value outside the weight room walls. Brown shares how GPS, heart rate monitoring, and force plates support workload monitoring. However, she believes that technology should only be used when it answers a real question. Learn how to turn data into better training decisions, translate sport science so sport coaches buy in, and reach out to other coaches to refine your program. Connect with Faith on Instagram: @faithsabrown, LinkedIn: @faith-brown, or by email: fbrown20@gmu.edu | Find Eric on Instagram: @ericmcmahoncscs and LinkedIn: @ericmcmahoncscs From the Episode: Explore NSCA’s Essentials of Sport Science, a foundational text defining the field and the role of sport scientists in high-performance environments. It also supports preparation for the Certified Performance and Sport Scientist® (CPSS®) certification exam.Show Notes“We have a lot of interns that come through the weight room. And 85% of them aren't going to continue in strength conditioning especially, or maybe collegiate strength and conditioning, but a part of them doing that internship is figuring out this is not what I want to do. So what else is left out there that maybe I want to explore?” 7:50 “I think it's just being a two-way street with talking to coaches and learning from them about the sport and what they want to see.” 14:32 “The biggest thing when you're working with the new sport is just get out there, watch a sport, talk to the coaches, talk to the athletes, learn as much as you can about it.” 15:30 “For me, I went into student conditioning, obviously, because I loved it. I had a passion for it. But I think also being able to be what I didn't have when I was in college, I didn't have a conditioning coach and me and my friends, still, best friends with two of the girls I ran track with. And they always they're like, face, like all this stuff you all do is like, so cool.” 36:00

Justin sits down with Allison Skidmore, Chief Customer Officer at Optimizely, the world's first operating system for marketing teams.Allison brings a rich perspective shaped by stints at Adobe, Stackla, Gigya, and SAP across Asia Pacific before landing in the US to lead customer success at Optimizely. This episode explores how AI is fundamentally reshaping the marketer's daily workflow, what great onboarding looks like in an AI-native world, and what the CCO role must become as organizations race to stay ahead.Episode Notes & Key Topics1. Allison's Career JourneyStarted in SEM at a Sydney agency later acquired by Adobe, rode the wave of digital marketing's early SaaS transition.Spent six years at Adobe running customer success across Asia Pacific, building offshore teams and subscription services models.Moved through Stackla and Gigya (acquired by SAP nine months in), then scaled the CS role across all SAP lines of business in APAC.Joined Optimizely two years ago after reconnecting with CEO Alex Atzberger, bringing global enterprise CS experience to a fast-growing martech platform.2. What Stays the Same in Customer SuccessThe sales-to-CS handover friction is timeless: it never goes away regardless of company size or stage.Digital-first customer engagement (email, offshore teams, automation) has been a constant scaling challenge for decades.The shift from time-and-materials professional services to subscription models remains a dominant trend.Tech advancements create the inflection points:  AI is today's example.3. AI and the Marketer's Day-in-the-LifeAllison paints a vivid picture: by 10 AM, an AI-enabled marketer has completed a full week's worth of work.Optimizely's Opal AI product is provisioned across the entire team, enabling agent building, workflow automation, and access to tools like Claude and Gemini.The opportunity is not just efficiency, it's the ability to pull forward backlogged work and shrink implementation timelines (e.g., from 12 months to 3).The companies moving fastest are the ones blocking calendar time to train their teams on prompting and agent-building, not just giving access.4. Reimagining Onboarding and the Customer JourneyAllison's framework: great onboarding is the seamless alignment of three channels, human-to-human touchpoints, email marketing, and in-product experience.Customers now expect to self-serve answers (just like asking AI instead of calling a mechanic), human-heavy onboarding alone no longer cuts it.Consistency is the key: the message the customer gets in the product, in their inbox, and from their CSM should be identical, no basic repeats, no skipped steps.5. The Evolving Role of the CCOThe C-suite fundamentals don't change: stay curious, solve problems, skate to where the puck is going.Today, the puck is AI.  If you can't build an agent, you can't expect your team to.Allison is actively realigning roles, KPIs, and commissions around AI-native execution.The CCO who can't leverage AI to scale themselves and reimagine their business will become extinct, just like Blockbuster.Lego is the positive model: reinvention again and again.6. What's Top of Mind for 2026AI continues to dominate, but the customer journey evolution is a close second.Consumers are shifting from Google to ChatGPT and similar tools, which means brands must optimize for GEO (Generative Engine Optimization), not just SEO.Personalization is entering a new era:  every touchpoint, not just the website.

Republicans KNOW Trump will destroy democracy — and they don't care.Marc Elias sits down with Tim Miller of The Bulwark to find out why.Tim Miller went from running Jeb Bush' presidential campaign to becoming one of the most prominent voices defendingdemocracy against Trump's authoritarian project. In this conversation, he pulls no punches on what he's witnessed from inside the Republican Party — and why so many elites are choosing to stay silentSupport Democracy Docket's mission:https://newsletters.democracydocket.com/anchor-youtube-thursday00:00 Introduction00:43 The Political Journey: From Jeb Bush to the Current Coalition04:19 The Real Reason Republican Elites Still Support Trump06:41 Is the Authoritarian Project Specific to One Leader?08:31 The Durability of the Pro-Democracy Alignment12:32 Why Former Republicans Find Common Ground with the Left16:53 Winning Strategies for Democrats in the 2026 Elections20:24 Critical Geographic and Demographic Shifts Underway23:34 Strategies for Making Voter Realignments Permanent26:11 Ending the Normalization of Political Chaos in Media29:05 The Evolving Role of Independent Media32:14 Can the Pre-Trump Republican Party Ever Return?35:28 Major Risks Facing the Integrity of Future Elections39:15 Maintaining Resilience in a Highly Polarized Environment42:40 Guidance for the Next Generation of Political Leaders46:15 Final Thoughts and Where to Follow the Discussion

International speaker, real estate leader, and coaching expert Ben Fairfield breaks down why consistency beats intensity in today's real estate market and how agents can build scalable, predictable businesses by shifting from a salesperson to a business owner mindset.Drawing from a 21-year career holding executive roles at major brands like Keller Williams, eXp Realty, and RE/MAX, Ben explains why agents struggle with productivity, how to audit lead sources for maximum return, and the critical importance of clarity, accountability, and belief in leadership.This pre-recorded episode reveals how to identify productivity leaks, protect your schedule for dollar-producing activities, and future-proof your business against shifting markets and AI by becoming a hyper-local market authority. If you feel stuck in your production or overwhelmed by shiny object syndrome, this conversation delivers a practical, no-fluff roadmap for creating sustainable success and lasting relationships.Here's what you will discover in this episode…•Why consistency beats intensity and how to avoid agent burnout•The essential mindset shift from salesperson to business owner•How to audit your lead sources and double down on what actually works•The three critical elements every agent needs: clarity, accountability, and belief•How to identify common productivity leaks and build foolproof follow-up systems•Why relationships and hyper-local expertise will future-proof your business against AIJUMP TO THESE TOPICS00:00 –

Discussions around mental health, resiliency, and navigating workplace challenges drew strong interest at the Advancing Women in Agriculture Conference at Calgary, Alta. last week, highlighting how conversations around women’s roles in the industry have continued to evolve. For Iris Meck of Iris Meck Communications and Farms.com, that shift reflects decades of change. Meck has worked... Read More

Compliance and regulatory reporting used to mean endless spreadsheets, fragmented data sources, and teams drowning in manual work. Today, AI is transforming how the world's largest companies manage financial reporting, sustainability disclosures, and audit workflows—not by replacing humans, but by giving them time back to do strategic work. In this episode of IT Visionaries, host Chris Brandt sits down with Kim Huffman, CIO of Workiva, the platform used by 85% of the Fortune 100 for critical financial and compliance reporting. Kim shares her unique perspective as both a former Workiva customer and now the CIO steering the company into an AI-powered future. They explore how the office of the CFO is evolving under pressure from new sustainability regulations, how AI governance actually works in practice, and why collaboration between IT, finance, sustainability, and risk teams has become essential. Kim also discusses the changing role of the CIO, the coming wave of autonomous agents in the workplace, and why having more data doesn't always mean making better decisions.   Key Moments: 00:58 – The State of Compliance Today 02:18 – Why Standards and Regulations Matter 05:48 – The Complexity of Global Compliance 07:36 – Data Collection Across Teams 08:36 – Single Source of Truth 10:20 – The Sustainability Data Challenge 13:36 – The Endless Spreadsheet Problem 16:12 – What's Driving the CFO Office 19:46 – AI's Strategic Role at Workiva 23:02 – Beyond Repetitive Tasks 25:20 – Transforming How Teams Work 27:03 – Will AI Replace Jobs or Create Capacity? 30:00 – Measuring AI's Business Impact 33:06 – Speed vs. Data Overload 36:25 – The Evolving Role of the CIO 40:00 – Technology Leadership in Transition 43:09 – The Next Five Years for CIOs 46:14 – Managing the Coming Wave of AI Agents 50:02 – AI Will Create Its Own Security Industry 52:26 – The Sustainability Reporting Reality 55:31 – Resource Constraints and AI Consumption 57:34 – Why ESG Data Is Now Critical Business Intelligence 59:23 – Keeping NPS High While Innovating   -- This episode of IT Visionaries is brought to you by Meter - the company building better networks. Businesses today are frustrated with outdated providers, rigid pricing, and fragmented tools. Meter changes that with a single integrated solution that covers everything wired, wireless, and even cellular networking. They design the hardware, write the firmware, build the software, and manage it all so your team doesn't have to.That means you get fast, secure, and scalable connectivity without the complexity of juggling multiple providers. Thanks to meter for sponsoring. Go to meter.com/itv to book a demo.---IT Visionaries is made by the team at Mission.org. Learn more about our media studio and network of podcasts at mission.org. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Michael Minnaugh, Fractional CFO providing Outsourced Accounting, M&A Advisory, and Tax Services at Sataurius Strategic Consulting, shares how growing companies can leverage fractional finance leadership to strengthen cash management, forecasting, and operations without adding heavy full time overhead.

In this episode, Michael Minnaugh, Fractional CFO providing Outsourced Accounting, M&A Advisory, and Tax Services at Sataurius Strategic Consulting, shares how growing companies can leverage fractional finance leadership to strengthen cash management, forecasting, and operations without adding heavy full time overhead.

Sue Serna - Social Media Security and Governance Leader and Lover of All BeaglesNo Password Required Season 7: Episode 2 - Sue SernaSue Serna is the CEO and Founder of Serna Social and the former head of global social media at Cargill. She brings more than two decades of experience at the intersection of storytelling, strategy, and security.In this episode, she shares her journey from business reporter to leading her own consultancy serving companies around the world on social media strategy.Jack Clabby of Carlton Fields, P.A, joined by guest co-host Rex Wilson of Cyber Florida, welcomes Sue for a candid discussion about the realities of enterprise social media. From managing more than 150 Facebook pages for a single company, to navigating internal politics, agency relationships, and regulatory pressure, Sue explains why social media is far from “free” and why most organizations still under-resource it.Sue dives deep into the gap between social media teams and cybersecurity departments. She outlines how personal account compromises can escalate into enterprise-level incidents, why governance frameworks matter, and how large organizations can regain control of sprawling digital footprints. Drawing from real-world examples, she argues that social media must be treated like finance or HR, a core business function requiring structure, ownership, and accountability.The episode wraps with the Lifestyle Polygraph, where Sue reveals her love of Apollo-era space history, debates iconic Philadelphia traditions, and imagines what magical talent her beagle would bring to Hogwarts.Follow Sue at SernaSocial.com or connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sueserna/ Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and First Impressions   02:45 The Evolving Role of Social Media in Corporations   04:58 Transitioning from Journalism to Social Media  11:11 Building Social Media from Scratch   13:00 Becoming a CEO and Founder   16:28 The Importance of Networking   16:54 Bridging the Gap Between Social Media and Cybersecurity  20:51 Real-World Social Media Security Incidents  28:35 Navigating Internal Conflicts in Social Media  30:32 The Lifestyle Polygraph Begins   31:17 Nerd Things That Expose Sue: Space and Harry Potter!  35:16 Sue's Love For Beagles  37:50 Wreckless Intern or Overconfident Executive?  40:42 Hogwarts and Magical Beagles 

Deb Liu joins Carmen Palmer for the first episode in our monthly series, In The Lead. Deb shares insights from her year away from titles and company affiliations - what she did, what she learned and the clarity she is carrying forward in 2026. As always, Deb has great insights and advice.In The Lead is a new monthly series on Product Rising. It will share thought provoking conversations hosted by Carmen Palmer, CEO of Women In Product, with a wide range of industry leaders. It uses a revolving set of questions to get an engaging combination of hot takes and deep insight into the current state of product, working and leading in today's technology industry, and building effective organizations.00:45 Meet Deb Liu: Tech Executive and Author02:28 Defining Success in the New Year03:03 The Blank Name Tag Club04:58 Navigating Career Transitions09:27 Overcoming Failure: The Facebook Marketplace Story14:08 Building Perseverance Through Adversity18:43 The Evolving Role of Product Managers22:07 Understanding Customer Needs in AI Startups23:26 Understanding Customer Needs24:01 The Role of Product Managers25:14 Strategic Positioning in Companies26:09 Adapting to Technological Changes28:35 Leadership and Empathy29:33 Opportunities for Product Leaders in AI33:07 Personal Experiences and Insights36:07 Challenges in Corporate Life43:15 Future of Leadership and Technology45:59 Closing Reflections

PREVIEW — John Hardie — The Evolution of Drone Warfare in the Ukraine Conflict. Hardie analyzes the expanding, evolving role of unmanned systems in the Ukraine war. Early intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) drones, including the Turkish TB2, became progressively less effective as Russia improved integrated air defense capabilities. Subsequently, FPV (first-person view) combat drones became operationally critical, supplementing larger bomber-category unmanned aircraft systems (UAS)—often adapted agricultural equipment—deployed by both combatants, particularly Ukraine, to deliver precision munitions against distributed targets. 1953