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The Big Unlock · Sally Ann Frank, Global Lead – Health & Life Sciences, Microsoft for Startups In this episode, Sally Ann Frank, Global Lead for Health and Life Sciences at Microsoft for Startups, discusses how AI is moving beyond experimentation toward measurable enterprise impact. She emphasizes that the most successful startups differentiate themselves not just through technology innovation, but through evolving business models, strong customer discovery practices, and a coachable mindset grounded in strategic mentorship. Sally explores the challenge of “pilot purgatory,” noting that founders must design for production from day one. Establishing clear ROI frameworks and demonstrating early value are essential to maintaining momentum and avoiding the law of diminishing interest often seen in stalled pilots. Looking toward 2026, Sally envisions a “show me the money” era centered on four bridges: expanding global access through virtual technology to democratize care, closing the investment gap in women's health beyond reproductive care, advancing AI-driven precision medicine through genetics for individualized treatment, and shifting healthcare from reactive treatment toward preventative longevity. Ultimately, the conversation highlights that lasting success in AI will belong to organizations that evolve into trusted advisors, consistently delivering value at every interaction. Take a listen. This guest appearance was facilitated through conversations initiated at HIMSS.

In a world of relentless choice and technological acceleration, the brands that win are not the ones with the most features or the lowest price. They are the ones that make people feel alive.In this podcast, Sophie Devonshire, Chief Executive of The Marketing Society, is joined by Katie Burke, Global Lead for Life Trends at Accenture Song, and Lisa Johnstone, Director of Priority, Loyalty and Rewards at Virgin Media O2, to explore three of the most compelling trends from the Life Trends 2026 report, Accenture Song's global study of human behaviour in a rapidly changing world.This year's trends are anchored in the hero's journey: challenge, change, and transformation. And for marketing leaders, the implications are significant.We explore Human Journeys, and how AI is reshaping the moments of discovery and decision-making that matter most to customers, including what zero-click experiences mean for brand visibility and relevance. We look at Good Vibrations, and why joy, play, and real-world connection are becoming serious commercial differentiators, and how the most effective brands enable culture rather than chase it. And we examine Coming of Age, and why age is no longer the right organising principle for marketers, and what to reach for instead.With 77% of people expecting brands to help them feel joy and wellbeing, the pressure on marketing leaders to make the case for emotional brand-building has never been greater. This episode explores what life-centricity really means in practice, and how to take that argument into the boardroom.Read the full Life Trends 2026 report: https://www.accenture.com/us-en/insights/song/accenture-life-trends-2026

Kevin Werbach speaks with long-time responsible AI leader Rumman Chowdhury the current environment, in which substantive standards and oversight efforts for AI are taking shape amid a larger anti-regulation wave. Chowdhury distinguishes sharply between frontier labs, where the posture is largely "AI at all costs," and the non-tech enterprises she works with, who are wrestling with how to scale governance bodies that originally reviewed single AI implementations to hundreds of systems, third-party procurement questions, and agentic workloads. She describes the current evaluations market as immature on nearly every dimension, and explains why generic benchmarks rarely translate to enterprise contexts like insurance or auto manufacturing. The conversation then turns to AI's impact on work and education. Her concern is that companies pursuing short-term efficiency by cutting entry-level hiring will face what MIT researchers Caosun and Aral call the "augmentation trap," in which workers' cognitive skills atrophy while new workers never develop them. She offers "discernment" as her 2026 word of the year, discribing the skill -- more than just critical thinking -- we must cultivate and defend. Her new podcast and forthcoming book, Thinking About Thinking, argues that our notion of intelligence was built for an Industrial Revolution workforce we are now automating away. Dr. Rumman Chowdhury is the founder of Humane Intelligence PBC, building modular, tool-agnostic AI evaluation infrastructure for enterprise and real-world contexts. She co-founded the nonprofit Humane Intelligence in 2022 and served as its CEO until 2025. She previously was Director of the Machine Learning Ethics, Transparency, and Accountability team at Twitter, founder of the algorithmic audit platform Parity, and Global Lead of Responsible AI at Accenture, where she built one of the first enterprise-level bias detection tools. She has served as U.S. Science Envoy for AI and as a Responsible AI Fellow at Harvard's Berkman Klein Center, and holds a doctorate in political science from the University of California, San Diego. Transcript Virginia SB 384 / HB 797 — Independent Verification Organization legislation (Fathom) The Augmentation Trap: AI Productivity and the Cost of Cognitive Offloading Open to Debate: Will AI Make Work Obsolete? Why AI evals need to reflect the real world (Transformer)

In this episode of Global Food Talk, we explore how innovation, technology, and partnerships can strengthen plant health and build more resilient food systems in a time of climate pressure and growing global demand.You will hear insights from William Sutton, Global Lead for Climate and Nature at the World Bank, who explains why resilience, climate smart investments, and international cooperation are becoming essential to future food production.The conversation then turns to Denmark, where Jesper Burgaard from KMC, a Danish potato cooperative, and Troels Nørgaard from Sejet Plant Breeding, a Danish crop development company, share how data, AI, plant breeding, and new genomic technologies are helping farmers adapt to climate change, improve yields, reduce inputs, and strengthen crop resilience.Through concrete examples, from drone-based crop analysis to potato varieties with the potential to reduce pesticide use by up to 80 percent, the episode highlights how collaboration and innovation can help build more sustainable and competitive food systems.

Deutschland und Europa verfügen über eine starke industrielle Basis – doch reicht sie aus, um im KI‑Zeitalter wettbewerbsfähig zu bleiben? In dieser Folge des Deloitte Future Talk Podcasts sprechen wir Niklas Hebborn, Chief Commercial Officer & Managing Director von United Manufacturing Hub (UMH), über die entscheidende Rolle von Daten, Software und künstlicher Intelligenz für den Industriestandort Deutschland. Im Zentrum steht die Frage, warum Wertschöpfung in der Produktion entsteht – nicht im Silicon Valley – und weshalb Datensouveränität und Shopfloor‑Digitalisierung dabei zentrale Hebel sind. Wir diskutieren strukturelle Vorteile Europas, reale Defizite in der Umsetzung, die Rolle des Mittelstands sowie die Frage, welche Investitionen, politischen Rahmenbedingungen und Management‑Entscheidungen jetzt nötig sind, um Innovationspotenziale wirksam zu heben. Wir wünschen euch viel Spaß bei diesem Gespräch! Unser heutiger Gastmoderator: Nicolai Andersen, Global Lead für Strategy, Risk & Transactions bei Deloitte (Nicolai Andersen | LinkedIn) Links:  Niklas Hebborn | LinkedInhttps://www.umh.app/ ---------------------------- Unseren Podcast kannst Du bei Apple Podcast, Spotify, SoundCloud, Google und anderen Podcast Apps hören. Über Dein Feedback und Deine Anregungen zu dieser Episode freuen wir uns sehr. Besuche uns auf unseren Websites Deloitte Future Talk Podcast | Deloitte Deutschland und Deloitte Future Talk Podcast | Deloitte Schweiz. Oder schreibe uns auf LinkedIn: Alexander Boersch; Michael Grampp  ---------------------------- *Disclaimer: Die in diesem Podcast geäußerten Ansichten und Meinungen der geladenen Gäste sind deren persönliche Standpunkte und repräsentieren nicht zwangsläufig die Position und Haltung von Deloitte. Deloitte ist weder für die Richtigkeit oder Vollständigkeit der in diesem Podcast geteilten Informationen verantwortlich, noch für jegliche Entscheidungen oder Maßnahmen, die auf der Grundlage dieser Informationen getroffen bzw. eingeleitet werden.  

In this thought-provoking episode of The Experience Perspective, host Helen Bywater-Smith sits down with Sue Phillips, Ipsos's Global Lead for ESG, and James Bland, Commercial Director for Travel, Hospitality and Leisure, to explore the critical intersection of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles and customer experience.Why ESG Matters for CXDespite headlines suggesting companies are retreating from sustainability commitments, the reality tells a different story: 87% of companies actually increased their ESG investment in 2025. Meanwhile, 78% of customers agree we're heading toward environmental disaster without rapid change. The challenge? Customers feel overwhelmed and expect brands to take the lead. This creates a powerful opportunity for CX leaders to differentiate through meaningful ESG integration that enhances, rather than compromises, the customer experience.Three Key Insights 1.Mind the Say-Do GapWhile public ESG communication has quietened, private action continues. But be aware: if you promise sustainable practices, you must deliver consistently. Misaligned frontline incentives can break promises and erode trust through cognitive dissonance.2.ESG is the Tiebreaker That PaysSustainability won't override core experience factors, but it decides close calls. Research shows that customers, particularly those in luxury tiers, will pay up to 30% more for genuinely sustainable experiences. And the Ipsos CX Force "Belonging”, doing good for people, society, and planet, directly drives advocacy and retention.3.Shift From Morality to MaterialityMove beyond "it's the right thing to do" to "it's a business imperative." Frame sustainability around customer benefits, adopt a service mindset "we'll do it for you" beats "you should do it", and remember: even climate sceptics adopt sustainable behaviours when they save money.On the podcast we discussed our CX paper on ESG https://www.ipsos.com/en-uk/embedding-esg-experienceIf you'd like to reach out and discuss how Ipsos can help to connect your CX strategy with ESG goals, reach out to Helen, Sue and James.

Many independent podcasters find that podcast discoverability is their biggest hurdle, often feeling like they are shouting into a void. In this episode of Podcasting Unlocked, Alesia Galati explores the world of podcast networks with Alan Seales, the co-founder of the Broadway Podcast Network. We explore how being part of a niche network can provide the cross-promotion and community support you need to thrive. Plus, they dive into a game-changing tip for using AI in podcasting to ensure your automated content stays accurate and reliable. This week, episode 275 of Podcasting Unlocked is about how podcast networks and cross-promotion drive discoverability! Alan Seales is a Webby Award-winning Broadway producer (The Wiz, Is This A Room, Dana H), co-producer of the Museum of Broadway, and a professional photographer and videographer. As the original Global Lead for Talks at Google, Alan unified the program internationally and interviewed icons like Morgan Freeman and Matthew McConaughey. The CTO and co-founder of the Broadway Podcast Network, he created the first Google-produced podcast and hosts The Theatre Podcast with Alan Seales while producing over 50 other shows.In this episode of Podcasting Unlocked, Alan Seales is sharing the benefits of podcast networks and actionable steps you can take right now to use AI ethically and morally to help create podcast assets. Alan and I also chat about the following: Leverage the Network Advantage: Discover how joining a podcast network can solve the "lonely creator" problem by providing built-in cross-promotion and access to an established audience that already loves your niche.The "Zero Guesswork" AI Prompt: Learn the #1 rule for AI in podcasting: always instruct your tools to "only use verified facts" and "not guess." This simple addition to your prompts saves hours of fact-checking and protects your brand's integrity.Cross-Promotion that Actually Works: Move beyond simple shout-outs. Alan explains how networks facilitate "feed drops" and guest swaps that create meaningful audience engagement across multiple shows.Position Yourself as a Thought Leader: Understand how a strategic network affiliation can boost your credibility, making it easier to land high-level guests and secure podcast monetization opportunities.You don't have to grow your show in isolation. Whether you're looking into networks or refining your AI workflow, intentionality is the key to longevity. This week, take a look at your AI prompts—are you telling your tools to be fact-based, or are you letting them guess?Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of practical tips on turning your podcast listeners into leads and to hear even more about the points outlined above. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don't forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Podcasting Unlocked at https://galatimedia.com/podcasting-unlocked/ CONNECT WITH ALAN SEALES:Broadway Podcast NetworkInstagramPodcastCONNECT WITH ALESIA GALATI:InstagramLinkedInWork with Galati Media! Free Download: 15 Ways to Improve Your Podcast Proud member of the Feminist Podcasters Collective.

In this episode, we explore the front lines of the generative AI revolution in customer service. Join Sharad Sachdev, Global Lead for Gen AI-Powered Customer Experience at Accenture, and Ping Wu, CEO of Cresta, as they discuss how the shift from deterministic to agentic AI is redefining the contact center. Together, they unpack the power of a unified platform that brings AI agents, real‑time human assistance, and conversational intelligence together to transform every customer interaction.

How can a 100+ year old linear company transform its processes to make circularity commercially irresistible? In this episode, Patrick Lerou, Global Lead for Circularity, and co-host Florian Witt, Director of Technology at INDEED Innovation, discuss how Philips built a circular system for high-value medical equipment that turns trade-ins into revenue, parts harvesting into supply chain resilience, and refurbishment into a competitive advantage. What you'll hear in this episode: • How Philips uses a three-tier triage system to maximize value from returned equipment through resale, parts harvesting, or certified recycling. • Why "seeing is believing" works as a sales strategy, with factory tours convincing procurement directors and even governments of refurbishment quality. • How the Suez Canal crisis revealed circularity's hidden benefit: supply chain resilience through self-sourced components. This episode covers the operational mechanics and commercial logic behind enterprise-scale circularity, including how to navigate fragmented global regulations and connect data points. This is the fourth episode in the series Irresistible Circular Business, sponsored by INDEED Innovation, the global design and innovation firm pioneering the Circular Economy. The series showcases business practices that deliver irresistible commercial and circular results, with examples from different industries across different R-strategies.

Factories, power plants, and transport networks now sit on connected systems. Hossain Alshedoki, Partner at KPMG Middle East, and Global Lead for OT and IoT, explains how cyber risk turns physical, why IT and OT teams struggle to align, and what leaders must fix first to protect systems that move, heat, and power industry. Watch or listen to the episode, and read the blog to learn how to secure operational technology.

Ray Eitel-Porter, former Global Lead for Responsible AI at Accenture and co-author of the new book, Governing the Machine, discusses how enterprises can move from abstract AI principles to practical governance. He emphasizes that organizations can only realize AI's benefits if responsibility is embedded into everyday business processes rather than treated as a standalone compliance exercise. Drawing on his experience leading global data and AI programs, Eitel-Porter explains how the release of ChatGPT transformed enterprise attitudes toward AI, accelerating adoption while exposing risks such as hallucinations, reliability failures, and reputational harm. Effective governance has evolved from static principles to operational controls, including workflow checkpoints, red teaming, and technical guardrails, particularly for generative AI systems with inherently probabilistic outputs. On risk, he stresses that not all AI use cases require the same level of scrutiny; governance should scale with potential impact and harm, focusing on what an AI system is intended to do so that non-technical teams can surface high-risk use cases without incentives to downplay risk. On regulation, Eitel-Porter notes that despite uncertainty around the EU AI Act, many multinational companies are treating it as a global baseline, similar to GDPR, while contrasting this with more deregulatory signals from the United States and questioning the global influence of the UK's middle-ground approach. He also shares insights from Governing the Machine, co-authored with Miriam Bogle and Paul Donkhan, emphasizing that AI governance is not a barrier to innovation but the foundation that allows organizations to deploy AI at scale with confidence and control. Ray Eitel-Porter is a Senior Advisor at Accenture and the former Global Lead for Responsible AI, where he designed and scaled AI governance programs for multinational organizations. He previously led Accenture's data and AI practice in the UK and has over a decade of experience advising companies on responsible AI, data governance, and emerging technology risk. Eitel-Porter is the co-author of Governing the Machine: How to Navigate the Risks of AI and Unlock Its True Potential (Bloomsbury, 2025) and has led multi-year programs across public and private sectors, including global banks, retailers, and health brands. Transcript Governing the Machine (Bloomsbury 2025) Lessons from the Frontline – Designing and Implementing AI Governance (AI Journal)    

Europe acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) editor Stephanie Wix, Asia ABS Senior Editor Angeline Soh, and Senior Data Analyst Yolanda Chen discuss the impact of the recently confirmed definitive anti‑dumping duties (ADD's) on ABS imports from South Korea and Taiwan, with host Aviva Zhang, Global Lead for Styrenics and Industry Analyst for Styrene China.The team examines how the duties are reshaping trade flows, the continued weakness in Europe ABS demand, the shifting strategies among Asian producers, and the indirect risks from rising geopolitical tensions on upstream styrene costs and freight routes. European Commission confirmed definitive anti-dumping duties on 13 February 2026 Taiwan loses further European market share; China sees limited but growing opportunities European demand remains subdued; buyers reassess import options Asia sees seasonal demand improvement but lower overall 2026 growth expectations US–Iran tensions may tighten styrene supply and extend import lead times for ABS and upstream styrene

 Between 2015 and 2025, the number of displaced people worldwide nearly doubled. Today, more than 123 million people are forcibly displaced globally, including around 42 million refugees. Many of the countries that host refugees internationally are low- or middle-income, often lacking adequate social protection systems for their own citizens, let alone for displaced populations. As conflicts become increasingly protracted, displacement now lasts for years, or even decades, turning forced displacement from a short-term emergency into a long-term development challenge. Given this background, the episode explores how perspectives on forced displacement have evolved, shifting from a primarily humanitarian concern to a broader development issue. It examines how social protection systems can be expanded to better include refugees, and discusses the opportunities and challenges of approaches that bridge humanitarian and development responses within social protection frameworks. This month's episode marks five years of the Social Protection Podcast. Over this time, the podcast has brought together voices from a wide range of institutions, countries, and perspectives to explore the evolving debates, policies, and practices shaping social protection worldwide. Since its launch, the podcast has released 70 episodes, including five special series, and reached thousands of listeners in over 180 countries. This milestone reflects the commitment of our guests and partners, as well as the dedicated work of the socialprotection.org team and its collaborators. And, of course, to you, the listener: thank you for being part of this journey!    Meet our guests:   Mattia Polvanesi, Senior Social Protection Officer, UNHCR Pablo A. Acosta, Lead Economist for Social Protection and Global Lead for Migration, World Bank Group Sarah Hague, Senior Advisor and Global Coordinator, Economic and Social Policy Global Practice, UNICEF   For our Quick Wins segment, we spoke with Lauren Whitehead, Lead on Inclusive Social Protection and Gender, UNICEF, who shared key outcomes and takeaways from the Gender-Responsive Social Protection Symposium.     Resources: Website | 1951 Refugee Convention Publication | 2018 Global Compact on Refugees  Publication | Refugees and Social Assistance in Low- and middle-income Countries : A Review of Operational Experiences Publication | Responsibility Sharing and the Economic Participation of Refugees in Chad Publication | Leaving no one behind: Why social protection must include displaced people (not open access)  Publication | IMF World Economic Outlook  - A Critical Juncture amid Policy Shifts  Publication | The Global Cost of Refugee Inclusion in Host Countries' Health Systems: A Joint World Bank-UNHCR Report Publication |

In this episode of the IQVIA podcast, Daniel Mora-Brito, Engagement Manager, Global Health, Thought Leadership, examines the growing urgency of addressing obesity as a central driver of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) and what is at stake if action is delayed. Joined by Johanna Ralston, CEO, World Obesity Federation; Claudia Martínez, Director of Research, Access to Medicine Foundation; and Helen McGuire, Global Lead, NCDs, PATH, the discussion explores how governments and global institutions can elevate obesity within national and global NCD agendas through stronger advocacy, policy prioritization, prevention, and system level responses. The conversation also unpacks the evolving role of treatment and innovation and outlines the concrete steps needed to ensure access is equitable, sustainable, and aligned with long term public health goals.Enjoyed this content? Check out out white paper "Expanding the toolbox for obesity prevention and treatment in low- and middle-income countries: What does it take to make it happen?" for further insights.

What makes a leadership team truly high performing, and why does it matter for the entire organization? Judith Wallenstein, CEO Advisory Global Lead of BCG, and Khadija Ben Hammada, Chief People Officer of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, explore this topic and more. They share how CEOs can build executive teams grounded in trust, purpose, and psychological safety. When the top team clicks, the whole company moves faster and with more clarity.Learn more: https://lnk.to/so-what-general-show32Learn More:Judith Wallenstein, Managing Director & Senior Partner, Global Lead, CEO Advisoryhttps://www.bcg.com/about/people/experts/judith-wallensteinKhadija Ben Hammada, Member of the Executive Board and Chief People Officer for Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germanyhttps://www.emdgroup.com/en/company/management/executive-board/khadija-ben-hammada.htmlSubscribe to BCG's YouTube channel: https://goo.gl/hsFsVTVisit us at https://www.bcg.comChapters(00:00) Intro(00:17) How do you build a high-performing leadership team?(01:36) What makes a team work?(02:12) What does a high-performing team feel like?(03:45) How much of team success depends on the CEO's behavior and decisions?(05:55) When hiring, what are you looking for — what's the secret sauce?(08:47) What should the CEO–Chief People Officer relationship look like?(09:50) What did you learn as chief of staff that you apply on an executive team?(11:42) How do team members to elevate collective performance?(13:01) How should leadership adapt in an era of uncertainty?(16:35) How do you keep a team successful when key people move on?(19:27) What's steps should leaders take now to create a top-performing team?(21:03) OutroThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

February 24, 2026 ~ Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds chat with Tom Kondrat, Global Lead of Advanced Analytics at Urban Science, about AI's impact on the auto industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As artificial intelligence reshapes global agriculture, questions remain about who truly benefits from this technological shift.In this interview with Anshu Sharma from UN News, Brenda Gunde, Global Lead for ICT4D (Information Communication Technology for Development) at the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), explains how emerging digital tools can support smallholder farmers, improve decision-making, and reduce inequality – as long as issues of access, affordability, and scalability are addressed.Speaking on the sidelines of the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, Ms. Gunde highlights why inclusive innovation, local access to information, and practical delivery systems are essential to ensuring AI strengthens rural livelihoods rather than widening existing gaps.

Cybersecurity has become a defining challenge for Ireland and Europe, with digital ecosystems underpinning our economic prosperity, democratic resilience, and the functioning of critical infrastructure. As energy systems, healthcare, financial services, and other systems become more digitally interconnected, the potential societal impacts of cyberattacks grow exponentially. In this panel discussion, organised in conjunction with Accenture, this event discusses the risks which Ireland and Europe face from a heightened risk environment, and how Europe can augment its resilience to a more complex cyber threat landscape. The panel for this event include: - Jacky Fox, Senior Managing Director, Global Lead for Security Strategy Practice, Accenture - Richard Browne, Director of the National Cyber Security Centre - Donal Óg McCarthy, Cybersecurity Lead, Ireland, Accenture - Joyce Hakmeh, Associate Fellow, International Security Programme, Chatham House

There are benefits to chilling out. When we cool superconductors to 460℉ degrees below zero, they acquire extraordinary properties that help run quantum computers. Can artificially cooling human bodies also provide profound benefit? Some cryonics startup companies say yes, promising “life after death” through cryogenic freezing. While it's one thing to freeze all the cells in a body, it is another to revive them. What happens, for instance, to memories when brains thaw? While we gauge how low human body temperatures can go, new research suggests another form of life could find home in the cooler temperatures of Jupiter's moon Europa. Find out how NASA's Europa Clipper mission will investigate whether that moon could support alien microbes.  Guests: Steve Austad – Distinguished Professor at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and Scientific Director of the American Federation for Aging Research Olivia Lanes – Global Lead for Quantum Content and Education at IBM Quantum Austin Green – Post doctoral research associate at Virginia Tech University, and former JPL postdoctoral fellow and affiliate scientist on Europa Clipper Featuring music by Dewey Dellay and Jun Miyake Big Picture Science is part of the Airwave Media podcast network. Please contact advertising@airwavemedia.com to inquire about advertising on Big Picture Science. You can get early access to ad-free versions of every episode by joining us on Patreon. Thanks for your support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A deep dive into how Microsoft for Startups has evolved into a powerful global ecosystem—accelerating founders from idea to scale—through insights from Sally Ann Frank, author of The Startup Protocol and The Unicorn Protocol.00:09- About Sally Ann FrankSally Ann Frank is Global Lead for Health & Life Sciences at Microsoft for Startups, driving digital health and life sciences innovation and supporting founders with strategic growth, technical enablement, and go-to-market acceleration.She brings over 25 years of experience in high-tech business development and startup ecosystems and is the author of The Startup Protocol and The Unicorn Protocol, offering practical guidance for founders at every stage.

On this episode of the Sports Pundit Marketing Podcast, Charlie and Jamie are joined by Travis Black, Global Lead for Olympic & Paralympic Marketing at Allianz.Allianz is one of the world's leading insurance and financial services brands, with a major footprint across global sport, spanning multi-sport events, clubs and teams, athletes, and stadium partnerships.Travis shares his journey into the industry, sparked by a lifelong passion for North American sport and formative experiences at the Beijing 2008 and Vancouver 2010 Olympic Games. He reflects on the importance of curiosity, empathy, and risk-taking in building a global sports marketing career and the cultural fluency required to lead programs across diverse markets.The conversation also explores the evolving role of athlete partnerships, the shift toward storytelling and purpose-driven sponsorship, and the ongoing balance between global scale and local relevance. Travis offers insight into the internal collaboration required to deliver meaningful partnerships, and how data and AI are shaping the next frontier of fan engagement.Timestamps02:00 - Travis Black's Journey into Sports Marketing11:00 - Advice for Aspiring Sports Industry Professionals14:00 - Future Trends in Sports Sponsorship22:00 - Creating Effective Athlete Partnerships28:00 - The Unique Appeal of the Olympic Games32:00 - Balancing Global and Local Marketing Strategies38:00 - Empowering Young Talent in Sports MarketingAbout The HostsJamie Corr is a seasoned sports marketing leader with over 15 years' experience across partnerships, communications, and brand strategy. He has worked with some of the world's biggest brands through roles at Burson, MKTG, H&K Strategies, and the International Olympic Committee, helping activate major global properties including the Olympic Games, FIFA World Cup, and Tour de France. He now consults with LA-based sports content studio MILE 44 and has also served on the Board of Basketball Scotland.Connect on LinkedInCharlie Copsey is the Founder & CEO of Underground Fan Club. Having began her career producing TV, radio, and film for major UK networks, working closely with talent behind the scenes. It was there she saw the human, unscripted side of stars, a side fans rarely get to access. Frustrated by repetitive, transactional events that kept talent at arm's length, she set out to build Underground Fan Club, a space where talent could show up as their authentic selves and connect with fans on a deeper, more meaningful level.Connect on LinkedInAbout Sports PunditSports Pundit is a community-driven platform for executives working in sport, built around content, events, and conversation. Through its weekly newsletter, social channels, WhatsApp groups, and podcast network, it connects industry leaders across the globe.At the heart of the platform is the Sports Pundit Podcast Network, a multi-show lineup created for sports executives, by sports executives. The network features six domain-specific podcasts spanning innovation, marketing, finance, performance, and media, alongside a conversational companion show, The Pitch. Together, they deliver insider perspectives that live up to Sports Pundit's mission to be “The Voice of the Sports Industry.”

Enjoy this episode from the archives while we're on our Holiday break! We will be back with season 13 on Jan 13th!I chat with Emmanuel Probst, Global Lead of Brand Thought-Leadership at Ipsos, a global market research company. We dive into all things market research and brand transformation. Emmanuel gives insights into the skills and empathies independent designers can offer clients that larger agencies can't, as well as ways to find unique inspiration outside of social media. There are so many incredible topics discussed in this episode and I can't wait for you to hear it!Guest Information:Guest Name: Emmanuel ProbstGuest Business Name: IpsosGuest Website: www.ipsos.com/en-usGuest LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/emmanuelprobstLinks Mentioned:Purchase Assemblage: The Art & Science of Brand Transformation on AmazonAccess Ipsos's market research dataLinks:The Design Minimind - My 1:1 coaching program for designersDownload my FREE Creative Direction Figma Template (includes 4 audio trainings as well)Get 30% off of your HoneyBook subscription - The CRM I use in my studio.*Enjoy 1 month of Showit FREE with my code “HelloJune” when you sign up.*Earn $100 after you run your first payroll with Gusto, my payroll and compliance software.*Get 50% off your first year of Flodesk, my email marketing software.**Some are affiliate links which means I may earn a commission.Connect With Us:Our Free Facebook CommunityOur WebsitePodcast InstagramHello June Creative InstagramThe Design MinimindJoin The Creative Diaries (my email list)Tags: designer, design, brand design, brand identity design, design studio, design business, graphic design, brand designer, better podcast, brand designer podcast, logo design

In this special year-end episode of BCG on Compliance, host Hanjo Seibert is joined by co-host Katharina Hefter, Global Lead for Compliance and Crisis Management at BCG, to reflect on the themes and conversations that shaped the podcast this year.They revisit key topics including the rise of AI-enabled fraud and deepfakes, the growing tension between profit and compliance within organizations, and the importance of culture, incentives, and leadership in ethical decision-making.Drawing on insights from previous guests on the podcast we explore how financial crime is evolving, and what compliance teams must focus on as they look ahead to 2026.About the Show:BCG on Compliance is a podcast from Boston Consulting Group that explores today's most pressing criminal trends and how compliance experts are adapting to counter those threats.As financial crimes become increasingly sophisticated, compliance can no longer be just a checkbox. It's emerged as a transformative force in every industry, reshaping practices in ethics, risk management, money laundering and cyber security. On BCG on Compliance, we dive deep into the extraordinary minds that are driving that change.Hosted by Hanjo Seibert, a leading expert in compliance, anti-financial crime and fraud, BCG on Compliance features interviews with heavy-hitters propelling compliance to the forefront of the industry. From crime prevention gurus to ethics champions, we'll ask provocative questions and bring you rich insights from the global players shaping the future of compliance, all in a dynamic and compact 20-minute episode.Whether you're a seasoned pro or new to the field, BCG on Compliance is your quick, comprehensive guide. Join us as we explore the profound ways compliance is altering industries around the globe. And connect with us at bcgoncompliance@bcg.comNew episodes are released monthly. Listen wherever you get your podcasts.Show Links:Hanjo Seibert LinkedInKatharina Hefter LinkedInBCG LinkedInBCG website

Let's face it: It's been a challenging year for family planning and reproductive rights more broadly. What can we do from here?  We were eager to catch up with family planning leaders at Foreign Policy's Her Power Summit, which took place on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. In a live panel discussion, host Reena Ninan spoke with Dr. Samukeliso Dube, Executive Director of FP2030 and a return guest to the show. Dr. Dube described their Made Possible by Family Planning campaign and how they have shifted their messaging since we last caught up with her in spring 2024. Dr. Dube was also joined by George Roberts, Bayer's global lead of impact partnerships, as well as Dr. Siti Nadia Tarmizi, Director of Non-Communicable Diseases for the Indonesia Ministry of Health. They shared how the private and public sectors are approaching family planning at this time.  The Hidden Economics of Remarkable Women is a production of Foreign Policy, with support for this episode from FP2030's Made Possible by Family Planning campaign. Guests and organizations: Dr. Samukeliso Dube, Executive Director of FP203 George Roberts, Global Lead of Impact Partnerships, Bayer Dr. Siti Nadia Tarmizi, Director of Non-Communicable Diseases, Indonesia Ministry of Health Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vibhuti Arya, PharmD, MPH, is a Clinical Professor at St. John's University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences and is an Advisor for Policy, Resilience and Response for the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.She has worked for the past 15 years to bridge the gap between healthcare, well-being, and equity. A racial dialogue expert, Dr. Arya brings together her experiences in social justice, education, theatre, and mindfulness to create brave spaces for people and systems to intentionally work towards dismantling structural racism.In her role at the Department of Health, she works to integrate pharmacists into public health initiatives, particularly among high-risk, medically underserved areas in NYC, and advises on legislation. Dr. Arya is a Global Lead for Gender Equity and Diversity Workforce Development for the International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP). She recently gave a TEDx talk on structural racism.We talk through many things including how to continue the work around equity, social justice, and inclusion!

As carbon “super sponges” and vital climate-resilience tools, mangroves highlight how nature underpins economic stability. With more than half of global GDP reliant on healthy ecosystems, nature loss poses substantial risks and opportunities. In this episode of ESG Currents, BI ESG analysts Grace Osborne and Chris Ratti speak with the WWF’s Global Lead of the Carbon Finance & Markets Taskforce, Rueban Manokara and John Morton, Executive Managing Director of Nature Finance and Investment, to explore the business case for nature, the temporal challenges of nature-based investments and the power of blended finance in helping to close the $700 billion nature-funding gap. This episode was recorded on Sept. 25.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recorded live at Sibos in Frankfurt, in partnership with Kyndryl, this episode of the c-suite podcast explores how AI, cybersecurity, and payments innovation are reshaping the industry. Host Graham Barrett speaks with some of the most influential voices in global finance including: 1/ Khaliq Khan, Vice President and Global Lead, Kyndryl Vital, Kyndryl 2/ Paul Gillen, Group Chief Security Advisor, Barclays 3/ Imke Jacob, General Executive Manager, DZ Bank AG 4/ Roger Burkhardt, Head of AI, Chief Technology Officer, Broadridge 5/ Isabel Pitt, Deputy Payments Director, Nationwide Building Society 6/ Louisa Dall, Head of Payment & Treasury Systems, Virgin Money Together they unpack responsible AI frameworks, evolving cyber threats, AI's role in payments transformation, the rise of agentic AI, and building safer, smarter, and more connected payment ecosystems.

Today, we dive into how artificial intelligence is reshaping classrooms and learning experiences around the world. Bob Hawkins, Global Lead for Technology and Innovation in Education at the World Bank, speaks with Joleen Liang, Co-founder of Squirrel AI, Srikanth Talapadi, Managing Director at Chimple, and Daniel Plaut, Innovation Learning Lead at the EdTech Hub. Together they unpack some of the big questions: Can AI-generated content be adapted to local contexts? What role should teachers play when AI takes over parts of instruction? And how can education systems harness these tools to expand equity rather than widen divides?Learn more:​About Squirrel AI: https://squirrelai.com/​About Chimple: https://chimple.org ​About the EdTech Hub; https://edtechhub.org/​About the World Bank: Education is a key to jobs, growth, and lifelong learningA podcast produced by Lucia Blasco.

Is AI coming for your job? Boston Consulting Group's Global Lead for People and Organization, David Martin, reveals the truth about workforce disruption, survival strategies, reskilling, and the future of work.With only 20% of employees effectively using AI tools despite 80% expressing excitement, discover why adoption is failing and what leaders must do differently.

This week's episode features Ilya Epikhin, Senior Principal at Arthur D. Little and Global Lead for Metals and Mining, in conversation with host Adrian Pocobelli. Epikhin offers his perspective on the evolving landscape of deep-sea mining in 2025, explaining why nations are racing to secure access to seabed resources ahead of a unified regulatory framework. He highlights the critical role of polymetallic nodules—rich in battery metals such as nickel, cobalt, and manganese—and addresses growing environmental concerns posed by the lack of international consensus within the International Seabed Authority (ISA). All this and more with host Adrian Pocobelli. “Rattlesnake Railroad”, “Big Western Sky”, “Western Adventure” and “Battle on the Western Frontier” by Brett Van Donsel (⁠www.incompetech.com⁠). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License ⁠creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0⁠ Apple Podcasts:⁠ https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-northern-miner-podcast/id1099281201⁠ Spotify:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/78lyjMTRlRwZxQwz2fwQ4K⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernMiner⁠ Soundcloud:⁠ https://soundcloud.com/northern-miner

Host Gil Bashe welcomes Sally Ann Frank the Microsoft for Startups Mentor of Microsoft. She is the global leader for health and life sciences at Microsoft for Startups, responsible for strategy, programs, and portfolio, accelerating the development of innovative, market-making companies. With more than 25 years of experience in high-tech business development, sales, and marketing, she is passionate about helping health and life sciences companies and startups use Microsoft technology to provide better, more-cost effective care. As the WW Lead for Health & Life Sciences at Microsoft for Startups, she work directly with founders, VCs, M12 and others in the industry to partner with Microsoft and accelerate their development and growth. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

In this episode of the AI Leaders Podcast, Sen Ramani, Global Lead for Data and AI at Accenture, sits down with Sridhar Ramaswamy, CEO of Snowflake, for a dynamic conversation on the evolving role of data and AI in enterprise transformation. Together, they dive into product innovation, the rise of agentic AI, and how businesses can unlock value through reliable, scalable AI solutions.

Get ready for a thoughtful and down-to-earth conversation with our host, Cathleen O'Sullivan and guest is Michael Frantl, Global Lead for Culture, Engagement, and Performance Solutions at Novo Nordisk about what really shapes strong leadership and why culture matters more than ever. With a career that's taken him across the US, UK, and Scandinavia, Michael shares his real-world experience of building workplace cultures that go beyond posters and buzzwords.   Together, they talk about leading with trust, creating space for belonging, and the small, everyday actions that bring values to life. Michael also reflects on the role of optimism, why control doesn't build connection, and how to make culture feel genuine wherever you work. If you're building a team, leading change, or just trying to show up more intentionally, this episode is for you.   Episode Timeline:  00:00 Introduction 04:36 Life since we last met: moves, parenthood, and big shifts 06:03 Taking the leap, moving to Denmark and starting fresh 10:50 Balancing positivity and reality in leadership 14:09 From rush to reflection: Building quiet moments Into busy days 19:48 Lessons from the family construction business 30:58 Listening to understand: what philosophy taught me about dialogue 39:09 Building workplaces that support people and results 52:06 The power of focus and consistency in culture work 01:03:26 Practical steps for organizations tobBring values to life Key Takeaways: Culture is about what you do every day: Michael and Cathleen stress that company culture isn't just about posters or slogans. It's about how people act and interact every day.    Positivity Matters, but keep it real: Michael talks about finding joy in small moments and connecting with others, but also warns against ignoring challenges.  Leading with intention and space: Move away from micromanaging to truly supporting people. Listening, clear communication, and giving teams room to grow are key.  About Michal Frantl: Michael is a Global Culture, Engagement, & Performance Solutions Lead at Novo Nordisk, based in Copenhagen Denmark. He is an experienced people and culture professional with a focus on culture building and measurement, leadership development/coaching, and employee engagement who has worked across international offices both in house and as an external consultant.   Originally from Wisconsin in the US, he has lived in the US, UK, Sweden, Italy, and Denmark and has a Masters degree in Organizational Behaviour from Birkbeck, University of London. Connect with Michael: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelfrantl/   Connect: 
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In this episode of The Team Around the Table, we explore how corporate real estate and HR can join forces to create people-centric workplaces that drive engagement, well-being and performance. Cushman & Wakefield's Despina Katsikakis, Global Lead, Total Workplace, Global Occupier Services, and Carol Wong, APAC Lead, Total Workplace, Global Occupier Services, team up with Prudential's Sheela Parakkal, Group Head of Talent, Leadership, Learning and Culture and Regional CHRO, Prudential plc., to discuss how the power of intentional leadership, wellbeing ecosystems, and purpose-driven design to create spaces where employees thrive. Sheela introduces Prudential's innovative "well-being ecosystem," which integrates safety, belonging and self-leadership into workplace strategy. Building on this, Carol shares data-driven insights from Cushman & Wakefield's Experience per Square FootTM (XSF) survey, highlighting the critical role of choice in employee satisfaction. The conversation also delves into intentional leadership, the evolving purpose of the office, and how thoughtful design can reflect and reinforce company values.  This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to bridge the gap between people and place to drive long-term business value.

China has launched 12 satellites in the first deployment of a space computing constellation. Venus Aerospace completed the first US flight test of a Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine (RDRE). Viasat has selected Blue Origin to launch the demonstration of its InRange launch telemetry relay service, and more. Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Be sure to follow T-Minus on LinkedIn and Instagram. T-Minus Guest Our guest is Paul Thomas, Accenture's Managing Director and Global Lead of Space Innovation Technology.  You can connect with Paul on LinkedIn, and reach more about Accenture on their website. Selected Reading China launches first batch of space computing satellite constellation - CGTN Guoxing Aerospace launches twelve satellites in one launch! The Space Computing Constellation 021 mission is a complete success! Venus Aerospace Completes Historic U.S. Hypersonic Engine Flight Test Viasat and Blue Origin to Partner on Launch Telemetry Demonstration for NASA Communications Services Project York Space Systems' Bard Mission Ready for Launch, Demonstrating Future Communications Capabilities for NASA Kepler Validates SDA-Compatible Space-to-Ground Laser Links with Cailabs Eris rocket launch day delayed for Gilmour Space Technologies- news.com.au Powering the Frontier: Our $50M Series B Round NASA's Voyager 1 Revives Backup Thrusters Before Command Pause T-Minus Crew Survey We want to hear from you! Please complete our 4 question survey. It'll help us get better and deliver you the most mission-critical space intel every day. Want to hear your company in the show? You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here's our media kit. Contact us at space@n2k.com to request more info. Want to join us for an interview? Please send your pitch to space-editor@n2k.com and include your name, affiliation, and topic proposal. T-Minus is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eric Sheng, Bain's Global Lead of Data Science and Machine Learning Engineering Group, shares how his passion for technology led him to leading AI innovation across industries. From early roles at HP and NVIDIA to shaping strategic solutions at Bain, he reflects on the power of technical depth, curiosity, and real-world impact.

In today's episode, I sat down with Mary Hamilton, Global Lead for Accenture's Connected Innovation Centers, to explore how the landscape of artificial intelligence is shifting. As we mark the 25th anniversary of Accenture's Technology Vision report, this year's insights reveal a profound transition into an era of AI-powered autonomy—reshaping how enterprises operate and how people and technology work together. Mary took us inside the key findings from the Tech Vision 2025 report, which is centered on the growing role of AI as a true partner rather than just a tool. From acting as a co-developer to becoming a brand ambassador and even powering robotics in the physical world, AI is on a fast trajectory toward becoming a foundational layer across every business function. However, Mary made it clear that technology alone isn't enough. Without trust in the systems being built, none of this innovation will land as intended. As she shared, building confidence in AI must be both cognitive and emotional—leaders must ensure that AI systems behave in expected, transparent ways and that people feel confident in their interactions with them. We also discussed how enterprises can harness what Accenture calls "cognitive digital brains" through multi-agent systems that enable intent-driven rather than instruction-led technology. Mary unpacked how these architectures, combined with AI platforms like GenWizard and SynOps are already transforming how companies create, operate, and innovate. We explored how brands can differentiate themselves in an AI-first world, where intelligent systems increasingly mediate customer interactions. She explained that one of the most significant risks is that ever sounds sound the same unless companies inject their values and personality into their AI experiences. We also touched on the rise of general-purpose robots, which have gained specialist capabilities and brought flexibility to logistics and manufacturing. Through examples with companies like KION and Schaeffler, Mary described a future where AI-enhanced robots work alongside humans in more agile, adaptive ways Finally, we tackled the human side of adoption. Mary shared why upskilling employees, giving them time to experiment, and aligning culture with AI goals are vital for lasting impact. Measuring success in this space requires more than cost savings or productivity gains. Ethical compliance, trust-building, and workforce empowerment are also essential signals that businesses are moving in the right direction. So, what does it take to turn AI from a buzzword into a practical driver of reinvention? How can leaders build a digital foundation ready for a future defined by autonomy and intelligence? Tune in to hear how Accenture is answering those questions—and helping the enterprise world do the same.

UK court blocks government's attempt to keep Apple encryption case secret. Port of Seattle says last year's breach affected 90,000 people. Verizon Call Filter App flaw exposes millions' call records. Hackers hit Australian pension funds. A global threat hiding in plain sight. Cybercriminals are yelling CAPTCH-ya! Meta retires U.S. fact-checking program. Our guest today is Rob Boyce from Accenture and he's discussing Advanced Persistent Teenagers (APTeens). And Google's AI Goes Under the Sea. Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Miss an episode? Sign-up for our daily intelligence roundup, Daily Briefing, and you'll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow CyberWire Daily on LinkedIn. CyberWire Guest Rob Boyce, Global Lead for Cyber Resilience at Accenture, joins to discuss Advanced Persistent Teenagers (APTeens). Advanced Persistent Teenagers (APTeens) have rapidly become a significant enterprise risk by demonstrating capabilities once limited to organized ransomware groups, the threat from juvenile, homegrown threat-actors has risen steadily.  Selected Reading UK Effort to Keep Apple Encryption Fight Secret Blocked in Court (Bloomberg) Port of Seattle says ransomware breach impacts 90,000 people (BleepingComputer) Call Records of Millions Exposed by Verizon App Vulnerability (SecurityWeek) Cybercriminals are trying to loot Australian pension accounts in new campaign (The Record) NEPTUNE RAT Attacking Windows Users to Exfiltrate Passwords from 270+ Apps (Cyber Security News) Threat Actors Using Fake CAPTCHAs and CloudFlare Turnstile to Deliver LegionLoader (Cyber Security News)  Meta ends its fact-checking program in the US later today, replaces it with Community Notes (Techspot) Suspected Scattered Spider Hacker Pleads Guilty (SecurityWeek) This Alphabet Spin-off Brings “Fishal Recognition” to Aquaculture (IEEE Spectrum)  Share your feedback. We want to ensure that you are getting the most out of the podcast. Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts with us by completing our brief listener survey as we continually work to improve the show.  Want to hear your company in the show? You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here's our media kit. Contact us at cyberwire@n2k.com to request more info. The CyberWire is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on DisrupTV, we interviewed Jason Averbook, Global Lead on HR Transformation and AI at Mercer, Cynthia Kane, author of The Pause Principle: How to Keep Your Cool in Tough Situations and Faisal Hoque, award-winning entrepreneur, globally recognized management thinker and technologist, a #1 Wall Street Journal best-selling author and author Transcend: Unlocking Humanity in the Age of AI. This episode was focused on the evolving role of AI in the workplace. Jason emphasized the need for a mindset shift from traditional change management to "changefulness" to effectively implement AI. Cynthia highlighted the importance of mindfulness and effective communication strategies to manage emotional responses in tough situations. Faisal raised concerns about the potential loss of human autonomy and creativity due to AI, advocating for a balance between human freedom and technological advancement. The discussion underscored the need for businesses to adapt their leadership, talent management, and communication strategies to harness AI's potential while preserving humanity's core values. DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R "Ray" Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11:00 a.m. PT/ 2:00 p.m. ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.

In today's episode, World Bank's Global Lead for Technology and Innovation in Education, Bob Hawkins, talks with Laylah Bulman, Senior Program Manager at Minecraft Education, about how games are transforming learning. They explore how game mechanics boost engagement, AI's role in education, and the 21st-century skills students need. Laylah shares insights from her work in Ghana with UNICEF's Learning Passport and how Minecraft's Hour of Code fosters computational thinking. They also discuss Lessons in Good Trouble, a game bringing social justice movements to life, and the challenges of integrating game-based learning into classrooms. Plus, what happens when students outsmart their teachers in Minecraft—and why that's actually a good thing.Learn more: About Minecraft Education: https://education.minecraft.net/en-usYour Future Academy - Ghana and Ukraine- UNICEF Learning Passport and Minecraft Education: https://education.minecraft.net/en-us/blog/your-future-academyAI Foundations: https://education.minecraft.net/en-us/discover/aiAI Adventurers: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLg9lToc61ftq--rdpIxWg8SCXgBg7jb1aHour of Code: https://education.minecraft.net/en-us/resources/hour-code-2024Reimagining Human Connections: World Bank EdTech Strategy: Five PrinciplesDigital Transformation: World Bank: Digital Skills & Employability A podcast produced by Lucía Blasco.

Connect to John Gilroy on LinkedIn   https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-gilroy/ Want to listen to other episodes? www.Federaltechpodcast.com Matt Lembright, Global Lead of Censys Search, discusses the company's role in scanning the entire internet for threats, focusing on frequency, accuracy, and data richness. Censys helps government agencies and private organizations manage their attack surfaces by identifying exposed devices and vulnerabilities. The conversation highlights the challenges of securing operational technology (OT) and Internet of Things (IoT) devices, emphasizing the importance of understanding device protocols and maintaining up-to-date software. Lembright stresses the need for community engagement, local government involvement, and effective communication to protect critical infrastructure. He also mentions Censys' cybersecurity glossary as a resource for understanding key terms and concepts.

In Ep. 162 of Earned, CreatorIQ CMO Brit Starr sits down with Emily Hare, Global Influencer Lead and Anna O'Mahony, Global Lead, Content and Innovation at Publicis. To start, we dive into the transformative landscape of creator marketing and influencer strategies. As we chart the course for 2025, marked by significant agency consolidations and acquisitions, Anna and Emily reveal the pivotal role of creators in redefining brand strategies. The duo highlights the necessity of establishing a "center of excellence" in content creation, merging storytelling with journalism to craft narratives that resonate on both global and local scales. We explore the fusion of technology and creativity and examine how agencies are transitioning into comprehensive technology partners, emphasizing a content-focused approach in influencer marketing. Switching gears, Emily and Anna underscore the importance of understanding audience dynamics and maintaining brand consistency while engaging localized influencers. To close the show, the duo also offers insights into the evolving nature of creator partnerships, stressing fair pricing, long-term relationships, and the significance of dynamic playbooks that adapt to market shifts. In this episode, you'll learn: The role of creator marketing is shifting, and brands are rethinking how they collaborate. While influencers can do it all, the real question is where they create the most impact.  Agencies are evolving alongside brands, integrating influencer marketing more deeply into media strategies. The industry is seeing more consolidation, technology adoption, and a shift toward content-first approaches—where the value lies in the work itself, not just the creator's following. Standardizing creator compensation remains a challenge, but brands are getting smarter. With better benchmarks and long-term partnerships, companies are moving toward sustainable, mutually beneficial collaborations. Connect with the Guests: Emily's LinkedIn - @emily-hare-65600710 Anna's LinkedIn - @anna-o-mahony-0b740415   Connect with Brit Starr & CreatorIQ: Brit's LinkedIn - @britmccorquodale CreatorIQ LinkedIn - @creatoriq   Follow us on social: CreatorIQ YouTube - @CreatorIQOfficial CreatorIQ Instagram - @creatoriq CreatorIQ TikTok - @creator.iq CreatorIQ Twitter - @CreatorIQ

In today's episode, World Bank's Global Lead for Technology and Innovation in Education, Bob Hawkins, hosts a fascinating conversation on the intersection of technology, skills, and employability. World Bank's Guillermo Tovar explores Ethiopia's Education and Skills for Employability (EASE) project and its innovative use of results-based financing to train and place youth in employment. Rita Fennelly Atkinson, from Digital Promise, shares insights on leveraging micro-credentials and digital badging to recognize skills and enhance employability. Along the way, we tackle key questions like how to measure digital skills, the role of lifelong learning, and—on a lighter note—whether we need an official "results-based financing expert" badge.Links to learn more:Ethiopia's EASE Project: A Skills RevolutionUnderstanding Micro-Credentials: A GuideResults-Based Financing: Learning from What WorksLearn more about Digital PromiseA podcast produced by Lucía Blasco.

In this episode of Elevate Care, Kerry speaks with Robin Goldsmith, Global Lead for Health Innovation and Strategy at Verizon. They explore how connectivity is transforming healthcare, from meeting evolving consumer expectations to driving health equity. Robin shares her insights on pandemic-driven innovation, the critical role of startups in tackling health disparities, and the exciting potential of AI in the industry.Discover how reliable connections enable care at home and why fostering a culture of innovation is essential for healthcare organizations. Tune in to learn how Verizon is shaping the future of healthcare through technology and strategic innovation. Chapters00:00 Introduction to Health Innovation at Verizon02:19 The Role of Connectivity in Healthcare05:51 Trends in Healthcare Technology08:39 Consumer Preferences Shaping Healthcare Delivery10:26 Verizon's Commitment to Health Equity12:16 Innovative Startups and Health Equity14:43 Fostering Innovation in Healthcare18:55 Challenges and Opportunities in Healthcare20:21 The Future of AI in Healthcare23:33 Advice for Maintaining Innovation in Healthcare  About The Show: Elevate Care delves into the latest trends, thinking, and best practices shaping the landscape of healthcare. From total talent management to solutions and strategies to expand the reach of care, we discuss methods to enable high quality, flexible workforce and care delivery. We will discuss the latest advancements in technology, the impact of emerging models and settings, physical and virtual, and address strategies to identify and obtain an optimal workforce mix. Tune in to gain valuable insights from thought leaders focused on improving healthcare quality, workforce well-being, and patient outcomes. Find Us On:WebsiteYouTubeSpotifyAppleInstagramLinkedInXFacebook Powered by AMN Healthcare

Shubber Ali is CEO of Garden for Wildlife. He is a father, husband, avid gardener, and loves nature – and it's those last two things that led to his current role. He has spent over thirty years helping companies solve their most complicated and difficult problems through innovation, identifying growth opportunities, enabling technologies and platforms. He was the VP and Global Lead for the Elevate team at Elastic from April 2021 to June 2022, and prior to that he was one of Accenture's global leads for digital innovation from September 2017 to April 2021, where he worked with the National Wildlife Federation to create the Garden for Wildlife business. He has also served as VP of Strategic Innovation at Salesforce. He has co-founded multiple consumer technology companies, some successes including Centriq (acquired) and Flaik (privately held), and some great learning experiences (aka “failures”). He serves as an advisor to numerous startups. In addition, Shubber has served for 9 years on the Advisory Board to the McDonough School of Business at Georgetown (where he has also been an adjunct professor of Innovation Management in the Executive MBA program) and a guest lecturer for the Emory University Executive MBA program. Since 2014, he also serves as a member of the global advisory STAR program for Airbus. Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big!   Connect with Shubber Ali: Website: www.gardenforwildlife.com X: https://twitter.com/Garden4Wildlife Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gardenforwildlife/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/garden-for-wildlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gardenforwildlife/   *E – explicit language may be used in this podcast.

Aligning corporate supply-chain management with sustainability objectives is a complex project, involving various groups and partners. Procurement is a key aspect. In the latest episode of Sustainability Leaders, Angela Adduci, Senior Advisor, BMO Climate Institute, hosts a conversation with two complementary perspectives on sustainable procurement. Nathan Cummins, Global Lead for Renewable Energy Markets at The Nature Conservancy, shares insights from a toolkit to help corporate buyers with clean energy procurement. Sherrie O'Doyle, Director, Sustainable Procurement & Value Growth, BMO Financial Group, offers her experience working with supply-chain partners.

CISA's Director Easterly plans to step down in the coming year. DHS issues recommendations for AI in critical infrastructure.Palo Alto Networks confirms active exploitation of a critical zero-day vulnerability in its firewalls. Threat actors exploit Microsoft's 365 Admin Portal to send sextortion emails. A China-based APT targets a zero-day in Fortinet's Windows VPN. The EPA reports on vulnerabilities in drinking water systems. A critical authentication bypass vulnerability affects a popular WordPress plugin. Researchers track a rise in the ClickFix social engineering technique. An 18 year old faces up to twenty years behind bars for swatting. Our guest is  Rob Boyce, Global Lead, Cyber Resilience at Accenture, discussing SIM swapping services targeting telcos. Nuisance calls are in decline.  Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Miss an episode? Sign-up for our daily intelligence roundup, Daily Briefing, and you'll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow CyberWire Daily on LinkedIn. CyberWire Guest Today, we are joined by Rob Boyce, Global Lead, Cyber Resilience at Accenture, discussing SIM swapping services targeting telcos. Selected Reading CISA Director Jen Easterly to depart on Inauguration Day (Nextgov/FCW) DHS Releases Secure AI Framework for Critical Infrastructure (Dark Reading) Palo Alto firewalls exploited after critical zero-day vulnerability (Cybernews) Microsoft 365 Admin portal abused to send sextortion emails (Bleeping Computer)  Fortinet VPN Zero-Day Exploited in Malware Attacks Remains Unpatched: Report (SecurityWeek) 300 Drinking Water Systems in US Exposed to Disruptive, Damaging Hacker Attacks (SecurityWeek) Security plugin flaw in millions of WordPress sites gives admin access (Bleeping Computer) Security Brief: ClickFix Social Engineering Technique Floods Threat Landscape (Proofpoint) Teen serial swatter-for-hire busted, pleads guilty, could face 20 years (The Register) FTC Records 50% Drop in Nuisance Calls Since 2021 (Infosecurity Magazine) Share your feedback. We want to ensure that you are getting the most out of the podcast. Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts with us by completing our brief listener survey as we continually work to improve the show.  Want to hear your company in the show? You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here's our media kit. Contact us at cyberwire@n2k.com to request more info. The CyberWire is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's AI agents. There's AI tooling. Do either drive business impact or are they just more things your dev team is supposed to stay on top of?Birgitta Boeckeler, Global Lead for AI Assisted Software Delivery at ThoughtWorks, joins the show to discuss the practical applications of AI in software delivery. She shares her research on AI agents, highlights areas where AI hasn't lived up to the hype, and offers concrete examples of useful AI tools for development teams.Dan Lines then joins the conversation to provide his perspective on how engineering leaders can leverage these insights to effectively implement AI within their own teams. He also discusses LinearB's efforts in helping software teams measure the business impact of AI.Show Notes:2025 Engineering Benchmarks Insights WebinarRefactoring x Dev Interrupted SurveyBirgitta's LinkedInBirgitta's websiteMartin Fowler MemosSupport the show: Subscribe to our Substack Leave us a review Subscribe on YouTube Follow us on Twitter or LinkedIn Offers: Learn about Continuous Merge with gitStream Get your DORA Metrics free forever

Corey Quinn chats with Miles Ward, CTO of SADA, about SADA's recent acquisition by Insight and its impact on scaling the company's cloud services. Ward explains how Insight's backing allows SADA to take on more complex projects, such as multi-cloud migrations and data center transitions. They also discuss AI's growing role in business, the challenges of optimizing cloud AI costs, and the differences between cloud-to-cloud and data center migrations. Corey and Miles also share their takes on domain registrars and Corey gives a glimpse into his Raspberry Pi Kubernetes setup.Show Highlights(00:00) Intro(00:48) Backblaze sponsor read(2:04) Google's support of SADA being acquired by Insight(2:44) How the skills SADA invested in affects the cases they accept (5:14) Why it's easier to migrate from one cloud to another than from data center to cloud(7:06) Customer impact from the Broadcom pricing changes(10:40) The current cost of AI(13:55) Why the scale of AI makes it difficult to understand its current business impact(15:43) The challenges of monetizing AI(17:31) Micro and macro scale perspectives of AI(21:16) Amazon's new habit of slowly killing of services(26:55) Corey's policy to never use a domain registrar with the word “daddy” in their name(32:46) Where to find more from Miles and SADAAbout Miles WardAs Chief Technology Officer at SADA, Miles Ward leads SADA's cloud strategy and solutions capabilities. His remit includes delivering next-generation solutions to challenges in big data and analytics, application migration, infrastructure automation, and cost optimization; reinforcing our engineering culture; and engaging with customers on their most complex and ambitious plans around Google Cloud.Previously, Miles served as Director and Global Lead for Solutions at Google Cloud. He founded the Google Cloud's Solutions Architecture practice, launched hundreds of solutions, built Style-Detection and Hummus AI APIs, built CloudHero, designed the pricing and TCO calculators, and helped thousands of customers like Twitter who migrated the world's largest Hadoop cluster to public cloud and Audi USA who re-platformed to k8s before it was out of alpha, and helped Banco Itau design the intercloud architecture for the bank of the future.Before Google, Miles helped build the AWS Solutions Architecture team. He wrote the first AWS Well-Architected framework, proposed Trusted Advisor and the Snowmobile, invented GameDay, worked as a core part of the Obama for America 2012 “tech” team, helped NASA stream the Curiosity Mars Rover landing, and rebooted Skype in a pinch.Earning his Bachelor of Science in Rhetoric and Media Studies from Willamette University, Miles is a three-time technology startup entrepreneur who also plays a mean electric sousaphone.LinksProfessional site: https://sada.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesward/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mileswardSponsorBackblaze: https://www.backblaze.com/   

Potentially a quarter billion children worldwide lack access to an education. Advances in education tech and AI programs for learning can help students who have access to tools and internet. This episode, we bring you a conversation with members of the International Rescue Committee, an aid group developing tailored learning experiences for children in crisis. It was taped before a live audience at Web Summit, Europe's largest tech conference, in Lisbon, Portugal.  This episode originally ran on November 29, 2023.We Meet:Atish Gonsalves, Global Lead for Research & Innovation in Education, International Rescue Committee (IRC)Morena Baccarin, Actor, IRC AmbassadorSara Wayne Callies, Actor, IRC AmbassadorCredits:SHIFT is produced by Jennifer Strong with help from Emma Cillekens. It's mixed by Garret Lang, with original music from him and Jacob Gorski. Art by Anthony Green.