Podcasts about Predictive analytics

In the May 2026 edition of the PRmoment Podcast, host Ben Smith sits down with new business maestro Andrew Bloch (AAR, PCB Partners) to dissect a shifting UK communications landscape. The overarching theme of the month highlights a widening divide between agencies riding massive waves of momentum and those experiencing localized, procurement-driven hesitation.Before diving into the market data, Ben shares two critical industry diary dates for your radar:AI in PR Masterclass (July 2nd, 2026): Titled The Age of Algorithms, Predictive Analytics, and Risk, this event is a comprehensive guide to navigating future-facing tech. Secure your virtual or face-to-face London spot at PRmasterclasses.com.The Creative Moment Awards: The absolute final entry deadline is closing fast on Friday, 19th June 2026. Ensure your team's best creative work is in the running by submitting over at creativemomentawards.co.Key Themes1. The procurement squeeze and market polarizationAndrew Bloch defines the current climate as one of "cautious optimism" mixed with macro anxiety. Pipelines are active, but growth is unevenly distributed. Agencies with sharp specialisms—particularly in sports, consumer lifestyle, and social—are thriving, while others face gridlocked client sign-offs. Furthermore, clients are heavily relying on procurement to extract maximum commercial impact, shifting expectations entirely away from traditional "column inches."2. The independent "David vs. Goliath" surgeA massive takeaway from May's pitch cycle is the clear dominance of independent agencies over legacy network holding companies. Clients are progressively prioritizing agile storytelling and pure earned media capabilities over sheer corporate scale.3. M&A Strategy: earned media as strategic platform glueWhile private equity (PE) and trade buyers are exercising strict valuation discipline, high-quality independents remain hot targets. Private equity is increasingly viewing standout consumer PR agencies as anchor platforms to bolt on smaller social, data, and AI-enabled services.Major pitch wins & M&A DealsNotable Wins: Words and Pixels scooped the coveted UK/Ireland brief for tech giant Pinterest, beating out legacy networks. Newly launched Joe Public landed Sneak Energy, and The Romans expanded their sports footprint by securing Oakley's global and North American remit. Other wins included Grayling taking the Croatian National Tourist Board and Hope and Glory onboarding Ask Italian.M&A Highlights: Publicis made a massive $2.2 billion bet on tech infrastructure by acquiring data collaboration platform LiveRamp at a 30% premium. Meanwhile, Havas snapped up Paris-based corporate influence firm Format, and Mike Worldwide acquired workplace communications agency Hudson Lake.Quotes from Andrew BlochOn maintaining agency momentum:"In a market like this where budgets could disappear overnight, momentum is really the closest thing you can get to having security... You can't stand still in this market. Standing still is going backwards."On why private equity is hunting for PR firms:"What's really encouraging for the PR space is they're seeing earned media as actually the glue that ties together lots of different bits of the marketing mix."On the resurgence of pure storytelling:"A lot of agencies have almost forgotten the art of storytelling and the art of earned media... Let's not forget how important earned media is. That's where PR is."

KI und Profi-Sport, wie passt das zusammen? In dieser Folge sprechen wir mit Sven von Polheim, Gründer von Dynamo Partners und Investor im Sport-Tech-Bereich, über den Stand der Dinge: Wie werden GPS-Daten, Videoanalyse und Predictive Analytics heute eingesetzt? Welche Arten von KI wird wo und wann eingesetzt und was für Vorteile bringt uns das? Und was bedeutet das für die Fußball-WM 2026 in den USA, Kanada und Mexiko, die als bislang größtes Reallabor für KI im Fußball gilt? Ein Gespräch über Millionen von Datenpunkten pro Spiel, Echtzeit-Entscheidungen in der Kabine und die Frage, wie viel Technologie wir im Sport eigentlich wollen.Zu Gast: Sven von Polheim, Gründer von Dynamo Partners und Enthusiast, wenn es um Zahlen und Sport gehtFundstücke der Woche:KI im Sport: Anwendungsfälle und BeispielePrecedence Research, AI in Sports Market Report 2025Mordor Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence Market in Sports 2026OPITZ CONSULTING■■■ Digitale Service ManufakturDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Wir beleuchten praxisnah Strategien, Best Practices sowie Chancen und Herausforderungen der KI-Transformation in Unternehmen.

In this engaging interview, Masoud Arouni, a seasoned software engineer and real estate investor, shares insights on how investors can make confident, data-driven decisions in real estate. The conversation covers the importance of analytical tools, overcoming decision-making bottlenecks, and building community networks for smarter investments.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Heads up — this is Part 2 of Jamie's conversation with Jaclyn Taylor If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, go back and start there. It sets up everything we unpack today. Most healthcare teams are working hard. They're just not working together. And the patient is the one absorbing the cost. In this second half of the conversation, Jamie and Jaclyn move from the why into the how. What does it actually look like when a provider stops responding to today's schedule and starts managing an entire patient panel? How do you turn a community health worker, a pharmacist, a PT, and a social worker into one coordinated team instead of four parallel ones? And what's the difference between data that produces reports and data that produces decisions? You'll hear: Why "frequent touches" only work when they're connected — and how fragmented touches still land patients back in the hospital The quarterback model — what it actually means for a provider to own a patient's trajectory, not just their visit The shift from seeing patients to managing a population — and why most providers were never taught how Why we don't have a resource problem in healthcare — we have an orchestration opportunity How to use technology and data without drowning in either What "showing up" really means inside a system that isn't perfect yet This is the episode for anyone trying to lead change from inside a system that's still catching up. Press play. www.YourHealth.Org

Consumption pricing puts pressure on the forecast in places traditional SaaS models rarely exposed. Total usage may be easier to model from the CFO's seat, but the field still has to answer harder questions: which customer, which channel, which rep, and when. In this replay segment, Devavrat Shah explains how AI can help teams learn across cohorts, spot patterns in uneven data, and create more trust in a forecast that would otherwise depend on isolated judgment calls.  Devavrat Shah is an MIT professor, director of MIT's Statistics and Data Science Center, and co-founder and CEO of Ikigai Labs. He brings a data science and operator's perspective to forecasting, consumption pricing, and enterprise AI. Connect with Devavrat: LinkedIn Listen to the full episode here: Understanding AI Through History and Practical Application with Devavrat Shah Hosted by five-time CRO John McMahon and Force Management Co-Founder John Kaplan, the Revenue Builders podcast goes behind the scenes with the sales leaders who have been there, done that, and seen the results. This show is brought to you by Force Management. We help companies improve sales performance, executing their growth strategy at the point of sale. Connect with Us: LinkedInYouTubeForce Management

In this episode of Alter Everything, we sit down with Fern Halper to discuss how most companies are now hitting a stage where productivity gains plateau because foundational elements like data, governance, and measurement are overlooked. Fern, a seasoned data and AI expert, reveals how organizations often chase quick wins with off-the-shelf tools, only to hit a wall when results stop improving or are unmeasurable.Panelists:Fern Halper, VP of Research @ TDWI -  LinkedInJoshua Burkhow, Chief Evangelist @ Alteryx -  @JoshuaB , LinkedInResources and LinksData Makes the World Go RoundEU AI ActReady to get hands-on with Alteryx One? You can now dive into two brand-new learning paths—Workspace Administrator and Account Administrator—designed to help you build real expertise, fast. Even better, you'll be able to validate your skills with official certifications launching May 1.Explore these new paths and unlock all of our free learning content today on Alteryx Academy.Start learning now: [Visit Alteryx Academy]Start your 30 day free trial of Alteryx desktop or the Analytics cloud platform at https://www.alteryx.com/AlterEverythingSubscribe to the Alter Everything podcast on your favorite podcast app:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alter-everything/id1356137854Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/17KLxb23QlvgcbvLiaPck1?si=FWmOQEITRFCQ42smFjOpfAStitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/alteryx/alter-everything0:00 Opening Question2:01 Why 2026 Is a Building Year7:59 The Value Ceiling14:40 Measuring Real AI Progress17:56 Why AI Governance Is Different20:06 Governing Agentic Systems27:34 Original Thought as Competitive Edge32:09 Designing for Augmentation35:36 Predictive Analytics and Agentic AI38:54 Lightning Round42:08 Moving Beyond Productivity Theater44:17 Key Takeaways

Link: https://www.hrcie.com/insurenxt-2026-in-koeln/ Eventkalender: https://www.aiordie-x.de/eventkalender/ Kontakt: https://www.hrcie.com/ Versicherungen waren schon datengetrieben, bevor AI zum Buzzword wurde. Doch jetzt steigt der Druck massiv. In dieser Folge von AI or DIE spricht Andreas Wiener mit Frank Hendricks über die Realität moderner Versicherungen: Solvency II, BaFin-Regulierung, Dunkelverarbeitung, Kostenumlage, Data Governance und die Frage, warum Versicherer heute Transparenz liefern müssen, die sie vor zehn Jahren noch gar nicht messen konnten. Dabei wird schnell klar: Versicherung ist längst kein klassisches Policengeschäft mehr. Es ist ein hochreguliertes Daten- und Steuerungsbusiness. Frank erklärt, warum Prozesse heute komplett automatisiert laufen müssen, wie Tarife bereits auf „Dunkelverarbeitbarkeit“ optimiert werden und weshalb Kostenverteilung in Versicherungen ein eigenes Universum ist. Außerdem geht es um die Rolle von IBM Planning Analytics / TM1 bei hochkomplexen Umlage- und Steuerungsmodellen, um regulatorische Nachweispflichten, Audit Trails, Governance und die Realität hinter modernen Versicherungs-IT-Systemen. Eine Folge für alle, die verstehen wollen, warum Versicherungen beim Thema Daten oft weiter sind als viele andere Branchen — und warum AI ohne saubere Steuerungslogik dort wertlos bleibt. ⸻ Timestamps 00:00 – Intro und Rückblick auf die erste Folge 01:04 – Warum Versicherungen extrem datengetrieben arbeiten 01:54 – Solvency II und die Folgen der Finanzkrise 03:41 – Transparenz als regulatorischer Zwang 05:06 – Dunkelverarbeitung und vollautomatische Schadenprozesse 07:15 – Warum Tarife heute auf Automatisierung optimiert werden 08:28 – Die HUK Coburg als datengetriebener Versicherer 10:32 – IBM Planning Analytics / TM1 bei der HUK 12:20 – Kostenumlage als zentrale Herausforderung 13:33 – Warum Versicherungen eigene Rechnungslogiken haben 14:49 – Das Problem klassischer ERP-Systeme 16:05 – TM1 als Nebenbuch und prüfungsrelevantes System 18:23 – Verteilungsschlüssel und regulatorische Nachweispflichten 20:25 – Echtzeit-Umlagen und In-Memory-Technologie 21:20 – Governance, Audit Trails und Compliance 24:53 – Monitoring, Deployment und Data Governance 27:53 – Warum TM1 seit Jahrzehnten erfolgreich eingesetzt wird 29:21 – Predictive Analytics und Simulationen im Controlling 31:57 – Fazit: Versicherungen als hochkomplexe Datenorganisationen 33:15 – Austausch, Community und Insurance Next in Köln

Recorded in collaboration with the Blue Light Show, London's leading emergency services conference and expo, this episode explores what Artificial Intelligence and Large Language Models actually mean for first responders, beyond the noise, hype and fear. Sitting down with Jurga Zilinskiene, founder of Guildhawk and a leader in ethical AI and language technology, the conversation digs into communication, risk and system design in high pressure environments, from the hidden dangers of language barriers to the reality that we are often building more complex systems without improving outcomes. This is a grounded, honest look at how AI can support decision making, identify risk earlier and improve how we serve the most vulnerable, but only if it is implemented properly and paired with human understanding, training and trust. Recorded as part of the Blue Light Show 2026 at Olympia London on the 1st and 2nd of July, this episode highlights the value of specialist knowledge, professional curiosity and continuous learning across policing, fire, ambulance and wider public safety organisations. Free to attend, register and find out more: https://www.bluelight.show/Access all episodes, documents, GIVEAWAYS & debriefs HEREPodcast Apparel, Hoodies, Flags, Mugs HERE Please check out our Partners supporting this episode areWilliam Wood Watches - Discount code FFPODCAST gives the user 10% off full range on websiteFIRST TACTICAL- tactical gear for elite operatorsGORE-TEX Professional ClothingMSA The Safety CompanyJAFCOIDEXFIRE & EVACUATION SERVICE LTD Send us Fan MailSupport the show***The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual speakers. Our partners are not responsible for the content of this episode and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness.***Please support the podcast and its future by clicking HERE and joining our Patreon Crew

This episode discusses the role program review plays in strengthening higher education quality. Our guest is Marilee Bresciani Ludvik. Marilee currently serves as the Director of Academic Effectiveness at the University of San Diego, and she has written extensively about program review's role in assessment and improvement. Links to publications mentioned during this episode: Outcomes-Based Program Review Closing Achievement Gaps In- and Outside the Classroom With Alignment to Predictive Analytics and Performance Metricshttps://www.routledge.com/Outcomes-Based-Program-Review-Closing-Achievement-Gaps-In--and-Outside-the-Classroom-With-Alignment-to-Predictive-Analytics-and-Performance-Metrics/BrescianiLudvik/p/book/9781620362303 Assessment Update Article, “Rethinking Academic Program Review: A Data-Informed Approach”https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/au.30445 This season of Leading Improvements in Higher Education is sponsored by the Center for Assessment and Research Studies at James Madison University; learn more at jmu.edu/assessment. Episode recorded: January 2026.  Host:  Stephen Hundley.  Producers:  Chad Beckner and Angela Bergman.  Original music:  Caleb Keith.  This award-winning podcast is a service of the Assessment Institute in Indianapolis; learn more go.iu.edu/assessmentinstitute. 

Putting the Data into Action. Learn at AM8International.com and tune in to Beyond Top 10 Tennis this season for even more. Hear from Dr Berge, the World's leading authority behind Top 10 tennis rankings, Grand Slam success and how to apply key learnings into your own game. Don't miss out on something NEW exclusive to the 2026 Season. We're ready. Are you?Welcome to our Weekly Wrap! It's time to dish the secrets of the best in the world. What they want BUT don't have. This is Episode 198 of Beyond Top 10 Tennis and you can find more information, data & insights at AM8International.com or all prior episodes on BeyondTop10Tennis.com.WRAP INCLUDES:*Deep dive into how the best players in the world STAY at their peak performance. Cue 'Black Book' & 'Work Book' Series release.*Player separation AGAIN between Top 4/5 & the Top 10 across Tours.*Madrid Preview across BOTH Tours & 2025 v 2026 Predictive Analytics.*Rankings Updates [+ve & -ve].*Results: Stuttgart / Porsche (WTA) & Rouen (WTA) + Barcelona (ATP) & Munich (ATP).Congratulations: Rybakina (W), Muchova (R/u), Kostyuk (W), Podrez (R/u), Fils (W), Rublev (R/u), Shelton (W) & Cobolli (R/u).A reminder on the role of our Data, how it is *different* to any other form of data used in the game today. The data behind AM8 International is the new frontier. It transforms the best tennis players' games and Dr Berge is here to share how, too. For a copy of any one of Dr Berge's 14 x Books, head on over to: AM8International.com and begin exploring today!

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Putting the Data into Action. Learn at AM8International.com and tune in to Beyond Top 10 Tennis this season for even more. Hear from Dr Berge, the World's leading authority behind Top 10 tennis rankings, Grand Slam success and how to apply key learnings into your own game. Don't miss out on something NEW exclusive to the 2026 Season. We're ready. Are you?Welcome to our Weekly Wrap! It's time to dish the secrets of the best in the world. What they want BUT don't have. This is Episode 197 of Beyond Top 10 Tennis and you can find more information, data & insights at AM8International.com or all prior episodes on BeyondTop10Tennis.com.WRAP INCLUDES:*Elaborate discussion on "The Collection" to your WORKBOOK & BLACK BOOK Series! How to use the 8 Keys to The Pathway and The Long Game. The role of Data and Predictive Analytics and how we see the "truth" in player results each and every week. Most importantly, what you can apply to your game TODAY to either help progress towards the Top and/or solidify yourself inside this ranking range.*Player separation between Top 4/5 across Tours.*Rankings Updates [+ve & -ve] across 2 Weeks.*Results: Bogota (WTA), Charleston (WTA) & Austria (WTA) + Houston (ATP), Morocco (ATP), Bucharest (ATP) & Monte Carlo (ATP).Congratulations: Bouzkova (W), Udvardy (R/u), Pegula (W), Starodubtseva (R/u), Andreeva (W), Potapova (R/u), Paul (W), Burruchaga (R/u), Jodar (W), Trungelliti (R/u), Navone (W), Merida (R/u), Sinner (W) & Alcaraz (R/u).A reminder on the role of our Data, how it is *different* to any other form of data used in the game today. The data behind AM8 International is the new frontier. It transforms the best tennis players' games and Dr Berge is here to share how, too. For a copy of any one of Dr Berge's 14 x Books, head on over to: AM8International.com and begin exploring today!

Schreibe eine Zusammenfassung aus dem Transkript vom OMT-Podcast, die für Online-Marketer spannend ist. Im Podcast führt Mario Jung (OMT GmbH) ein Interview mit Nilaxsa Yoganathan (8returns GmbH). Schreibe alle "Du" "Dich" "Deine" etc. mit großen Anfangsbuchstaben und gendere wenn nötig mit „:innen“ und benutze Stichpunkte nur, wenn es um die wichtigsten Punkte geht. Erstelle am Ende einen Call To Action für diese Podcast-Folge: Nilaxsa Yoganathan (8returns GmbH) macht im Gespräch mit Mario Jung (OMT GmbH) deutlich, dass Retouren weit mehr sind als ein logistisches Ärgernis. Für sie gehören sie zu den emotionalsten Momenten im gesamten Kaufprozess. Wenn Kund:innen retournieren, ist bereits etwas schiefgelaufen – sei es eine falsche Größe, eine enttäuschende Produktqualität oder eine Diskrepanz zwischen Produktbildern und Realität. Dieser Moment ist emotional aufgeladen, und wenn der Retourenprozess zusätzlich kompliziert ist, verstärkt sich die Enttäuschung. Genau hier liegt aber auch eine große Chance: Marken können aus einem negativen Erlebnis ein positives machen, indem sie kulant, transparent und schnell reagieren. Mario bringt es treffend auf den Punkt: Ein schlechter Kundenmoment kann ein Fan Moment werden, wenn Du ihn richtig nutzt. Retouren sind jedoch nicht nur emotional, sondern auch wirtschaftlich hochrelevant. Nilaxsa zeigt auf, dass eine einzelne Retoure im Durchschnitt 15 bis 20 Euro kostet – inklusive Transport, Lageraufbereitung, Handling, Kundenservice und Wertverlust. Diese direkten Kosten sind vielen Marketer:innen bewusst, aber die indirekten Kosten werden häufig unterschätzt. Schlechte Bewertungen, ausbleibende Empfehlungen und ein sinkender Customer Lifetime Value wirken sich langfristig massiv auf Umsatz und Markenwahrnehmung aus. Genau deshalb ist es so wichtig, Retouren nicht nur operativ, sondern strategisch zu betrachten. Eine der überraschendsten Erkenntnisse aus den Daten von 8returns ist, dass ausgerechnet die besten Kund:innen am meisten retournieren. Vielkäufer:innen bestellen mutiger, testen mehr Produkte und erhöhen dadurch automatisch die Retourenquote. Das bedeutet: Eine hohe Retourenquote ist kein Zeichen für schlechte Kund:innen – im Gegenteil. Deshalb sollten Marken ihre Richtlinien differenziert gestalten und nicht alle Kund:innen gleich behandeln. Wer treu ist, verdient einen besseren Prozess. Ein besonders schneller Quick Win besteht darin, die zehn meist retournierten Artikel genau zu analysieren – inklusive Varianten und Retourengründen. Diese Analyse deckt sofort Produktprobleme, Datenfehler oder Größenabweichungen auf und liefert konkrete Ansatzpunkte zur Optimierung. Nilaxsa wagt auch einen Blick in die Zukunft: KI gestützte Anomalieerkennung, automatisierte Auswertung von Freitext Feedback, Predictive Analytics, mehr Drop off Points und robotergestützte Abholung werden den Retourenprozess in den kommenden Jahren stark verändern. Marken, die früh investieren, sichern sich klare Wettbewerbsvorteile.

Airports have zero tolerance for downtime — but they're also packed with aging infrastructure, tight security requirements, and nonstop passenger pressure. In this episode of Today in Tech, host Keith Shaw sits down with Deepak Nayyar, Executive Vice President and CIO of Pittsburgh International Airport, to break down how a major airport modernizes without disrupting travelers. You'll hear how PIT rebuilt its technology foundation — from network and Wi-Fi upgrades to segmented security architecture — and why the airport is betting on predictive analytics to keep systems running smoothly. Nayyar also shares how PIT uses vision AI and historical data to forecast security line peaks, how real-time wait times help travelers plan smarter, and what it takes to prepare for major surge events like the 2026 NFL Draft. Topics include: * Building a modern airport tech platform for the next decade * Predictive maintenance for baggage systems and operations * Vision AI for forecasting security line demand (without storing faces or PII) * Network segmentation, failover planning, and cybersecurity priorities * Passenger-facing upgrades like smart parking and real-time wait times * PIT's xBridge innovation hub and partnerships with local robotics startups Follow TECH(talk) for the latest tech news and discussion!

Are you really prepared for the next shift in shipper data, fuel surcharges, and the freight market? Ken Adamo of DAT Freight & Analytics is back, and we're cutting through the noise of rate propaganda and headlines to look at the actual macro capacity pool, the impact of skyrocketing fuel prices, and why contract freight is becoming a safe haven for carriers. We dive into shipper behavior, the push for index-based pricing, and why honoring your commitments is the only way to survive when the market turns. Whether you're navigating spot market volatility, interested in flatbed capacity near data center construction, or tracking legislative changes, this conversation is about being the subject matter expert your customers need. It's time to stop chasing the hype and start focusing on stability, service levels, and a long-term freight strategy!   About Ken Adamo Ken Adamo, Chief of Analytics and Vice President of Strategy and Business Development at DAT Freight & Analytics, leads strategy, customer engagement, and industry analysis. He played a key role in DAT's acquisition of Trucker Tools, strengthening the company's visibility solutions. A recognized expert in freight market trends, Adamo has helped customers navigate shifting conditions by translating complex data into practical insights. He has led key strategic initiatives, advanced predictive analytics, and serves as a trusted resource for industry analysts, customers, and journalists. Before DAT, he led pricing and decision science teams at FedEx, developing forecasting models to optimize decision-making and profitability. He was named a 2025 Pro to Know (Rising Stars category) by Supply & Demand Chain Executive and has been quoted in the Wall Street Journal and trade publications. Ken holds a bachelor's degree in Finance from the University of Akron and an MBA from The Ohio State University.   Connect with Ken Website: https://www.dat.com/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ken-adamo-8481611a/ / https://www.linkedin.com/company/dat-freight-and-analytics/  

In this classic episode of Research Insights, the discussion centers around the growing impact of predictive analytics and machine learning in actuarial science. The episode explores how actuaries are applying these tools in real-world modeling scenarios to uncover insights, improve decision-making, and navigate complex data environments. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of what's possible with these technologies, as well as important considerations and potential pitfalls. Perfect for Pi Day—or any day you want to celebrate the power of numbers—this episode offers valuable takeaways whether you're a seasoned modeler or simply curious about how machine learning is shaping the business landscape. Tune in to revisit this insightful conversation and discover how data-driven innovation is transforming actuarial work.

AI is everywhere in healthcare conversations. This episode asks the more uncomfortable question: what is it actually doing in real hospitals, with real patients, and real constraints?Dr. Mark Bonta sits down with Dr. Joshua Liu, Co-Founder and CEO of SeamlessMD, for a clinician-first, workflow-grounded conversation about where AI delivers value today, where it still falls apart, and why “smart” tools often die quietly at implementation.They unpack why the most immediate wins are not futuristic diagnostics. They are the unglamorous bottlenecks that drain clinical bandwidth: documentation, forms, referrals, and the administrative sprawl that keeps teams stuck in the note instead of at the bedside. From there, the conversation turns to a core systems problem: insight without protocol. A model can predict risk. But if no one knows what to do with the number, nothing changes.You'll also hear a clear breakdown of “AI agents,” why trust matters more than technology, and how digital care journeys can reduce anxiety, shorten length of stay, and catch post-discharge issues earlier without flooding clinicians with noise.If you are a CMIO, CIO, clinical operations leader, surgical program director, or anyone tired of alert fatigue and “model theater,” this episode will feel uncomfortably familiar in the best way.Dr. Joshua Liu Website https://www.seamless.md/Episode Takeaways1. AI's First Impact Is Administrative, Not Diagnostic — The biggest gains today are in documentation, forms, and workflow relief, not autonomous clinical decision-making.2. Insight Without Protocol Is Noise — A risk score means nothing unless a care team has defined what to do with it.3. Healthcare Moves at the Speed of Trust — Technology adoption depends less on capability and more on clinician confidence and governance.4. AI Agents Shift from Answers to Action — Moving from chat-based support to systems that execute tasks will redefine clinical workflow.5. Eighty Percent of Patient Concerns Are Low Risk — Smart triage and education can filter noise and reduce unnecessary visits.6. Digital Care Journeys Reduce Variation — Personalized, just-in-time guidance lowers anxiety, shortens length of stay, and reduces readmissions.7. Integration Determines Survival — Tools that do not fit directly into existing EMRs and workflows will not scale.8. Execution Beats Hype — The future of AI in healthcare will be shaped by implementation, not model sophistication.Episode Timestamps01:52 – AI Boom or Bust: What Actually Changes Care03:23 – Predictive Analytics vs Documentation: The Real “Low Hanging Fruit”12:19 – What Is an AI Agent: Chatbot vs Agentic AI16:39 – The Biggest Barrier: Trust, Not Just Privacy22:27 – Why Joshua Chose Startups Over Residency: SeamlessMD Origin Story25:55 – Building Digital Care Journeys: From Surgery to “Birth to Death”30:17 – AI Inside Patient Journeys: Answers Grounded in Vetted Protocols42:03 – The Next Decade: Computer Vision, Robotics, and Physical AIDISCLAMER >>>>>>    The Ditch Lab Coat podcast serves solely for general informational purposes and does not serve as a substitute for professional medical services such as medicine or nursing. It does not establish a doctor/patient relationship, and the use of information from the podcast or linked materials is at the user's own risk. The content does not aim to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and users should promptly seek guidance from healthcare professionals for any medical conditions.   >>>>>> The expressed opinions belong solely to the hosts and guests, and they do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the Hospitals, Clinics, Universities, or any other organization associated with the host or guests.    Disclosures: Ditch The Lab Coat podcast is produced by (soundsdebatable.com) and is independent of Dr. Bonta's teaching and research roles at McMaster University, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and Queens University. 

What separates companies succeeding with AI from those struggling to see results? The answer isn't the AI itself-it's the data foundation underneath it. In this episode, we explore why the companies winning with AI today are the ones that spent years cleaning, structuring, and curating their data. Our guest is Mike Hutchinson, Chief Operating Officer at Teradata, bringing 35 years of customer experience expertise across three software companies. Mike breaks down the critical gap between structured and unstructured data, why vector stores and context engines are game-changers, and how real AI use cases come from solving business problems-not from hackathons. He shares examples from banking, airlines, and Teradata's own operations, including their fully autonomous account planning system. We also look ahead to 2026 and Mike's bold prediction: this will be the year companies build agents at scale - autonomous systems that monitor, decide, and act without human intervention. Chapters 00:00:00 Meet Mike Hutchinson, 35 Year CX Veteran 00:09:22 The Unstructured Data Problem 00:12:07 Marrying Structured & Unstructured Data 00:16:15 Why AI Use Cases Fail 00:19:32 Banking NPS Transformation Story 00:25:18 Security & Hallucination Concerns 00:30:32 Getting Started with Data Organization 00:37:33 Predictive Analytics & Weather Patterns Example 00:42:21 CX Skills for the Next Decade 00:48:52 The Expertise Debate in an AI World 00:56:49 2026 Prediction: The Year of Agents Watch Next: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=enBE_5PQOb4 Experts of Experience is produced by the team at Mission.org.

Public funding for peace efforts took a massive hit with the gutting of USAID last year, and other donor countries have ramped down aid as well, in a world that feels increasingly less safe for many. That's why our ears perked up when we heard about Brian Abrams, an American venture capitalist who is investing in technology to find solutions to violent conflict. In the new field of ‘peace tech,' companies are using AI to predict the likelihood of major events – like military invasions or popular uprisings, and modeling how to prevent violence before it starts. With their ability to process massive data sets from intelligence, journalism and other sources, these tools can also quickly gain insights on what's driving conflicts on a population level. Important tools for governments and mediators, they also appeal to corporations working around the world – customers who Abrams hopes will bring in revenue to sustain the peace tech sector. And as you'll hear, he's very optimistic. Brian Abrams founded B Ventures Group, a venture capital firm for peace tech, in 2023. Prior to that he was president of Ibex Investors and a managing partner at Row Capital. Connect with Brian Abrams on LinkedIn. Learn more about the peace tech companies discussed in this episode: Anadyr HorizonFrom Business Insider: Inside the Billion-Dollar War over Peace TechTranscend AICulturePulseodr.com ABOUT THE SHOW The Making Peace Visible podcast is hosted by Jamil Simon and produced by Andrea Muraskin. Our associate producer is Faith McClure. Learn more at makingpeacevisible.orgSupport our work Connect on social:Instagram @makingpeacevisibleLinkedIn @makingpeacevisibleBluesky @makingpeacevisible.bsky.social We want to learn more about our listeners. Take this 3-minute survey to help us improve the show!

Relive 2025's ERP breakthroughs: from AI-fueled supply chains to sustainability wins that redefined business resilience. This wrap-up episode recaps game-changing insights from the year's top discussions—perfect for forward-thinking leaders.=====Dive into the "Future of ERP 2025 Wrap-Up," a dynamic recap of the year's pivotal episodes unpacking ERP's shift from rigid software to agile, AI-driven powerhouses. Memorable highlights include forward-looking debates on ERP's role in sustainable growth and real-time adaptability, blending data trends with actionable playbooks for digital leaders. Tailored for ERP pros, marketers, and execs eyeing 2026 horizons, this finale inspires bold upgrades. Come join us as we discuss The Future of ERP!⁠Download Episode Transcript⁠Useful Links:⁠SAP Cloud ERP⁠Follow Us on Social Media!⁠SAP Cloud ERP - LinkedIn⁠=====Host 1: Richard Howells, SAPRichard Howells has been working in the Supply Chain Management and Manufacturing space for over 30 years. He is responsible for driving the thought leadership and awareness of SAP's ERP, Finance, and Supply Chain solutions and is an active writer, podcaster, and thought leader on the topics of supply chain, Industry 4.0, digitization, and sustainability.Host 2: Oyku Ilgar, SAPOyku Ilgar is a marketer and thought leader specializing in SAP's digital supply chain and ERP solutions since 2017. As a marketer, blogger, and podcaster, she creates engaging content that highlights innovative SAP technologies and explores key topics including business trends, AI, Industry 4.0, and sustainability.She holds dual bachelor's degrees in Finance & Accounting and English Translation Studies, along with a master's degree in Business Administration and Foreign Trade, specializing in marketing. With her background in digital transformation, Oyku communicates technology trends and industry insights to help professionals navigate the evolving business landscape.=====Key Topics: ERP Evolution, AI Integration, Supply Chain, Sustainability, Predictive Analytics, Digital Twins, SAP Implementations, Net-Zero Goals, Intelligent Automation, Business Agility, ERP, Cloud ERP

AI-driven pricing and analytics tools are transforming markets, but they're also drawing intense scrutiny from antitrust authorities worldwide. In our latest Essential Antitrust episode, Freshfields experts Maria Dreher-Lorje, Nicholas Frey, Heather Lamberg and Jenn Mellott explore how regulators in the US, UK, and EU are responding to algorithmic pricing and what this means for global businesses.   From US litigation concerning algorithmic price fixing to the EU's case focus and the CMA's new investigatory powers, the legal landscape is evolving fast. Authorities are not only investigating AI-driven conduct but also deploying AI tools themselves to detect collusion. Uncertainty around enforcement standards—per se vs. rule of reason—makes proactive compliance essential.   Listen now to understand the risks, the questions regulators are asking, and practical steps to protect your business.

In this episode of the Farm4Profit Podcast, we sit down with Joe Kerns, a 30-year industry veteran and Iowa State University graduate who has worked across procurement, risk management, nutrition, hedging, livestock marketing, and operational benchmarking. Joe doesn't sugarcoat the situation—and his perspective raises uncomfortable but necessary questions about the future of U.S. agriculture, especially pork production.Joe explains why he believes the pork industry is on the brink of becoming “a serf to the packer,” tracing the roots back to the 1998 hog price collapse and the financial community's push for mandatory packer contracts. The result? The negotiated cash market has collapsed from roughly 17% in 2002 to around 1% today, leaving producers without meaningful price discovery and shifting risk almost entirely onto the farm.We also tackle the growing loss of faith in USDA reporting, including:Corn yield overestimations that led to bad marketing decisionsThe September 2024 hog supply miss that sent futures $20/head higherDeclining participation in USDA reports and what that means for accuracyHow flawed data distorts markets, hedging decisions, and producer confidenceBut this episode isn't just about problems—it's about opportunity.Joe outlines how producer-driven, anonymous data aggregation could flip the power dynamic back toward farmers. With enough participation, predictive analytics could unlock insights across genetics, nutrition, management, equipment, and animal health—turning farm data into a monetized advantage instead of a liability.We also explore:Why pork producers may actually be agriculture's quiet sustainability success storyHow efficiency gains from genetics and feed conversion are reshaping protein productionWhy beef prices are likely to remain elevated—and why politics are missing the pointThe hard reality behind renewable diesel, SAF, and global energy policyWhat happens to independent producers if nothing changesThis is a candid, data-driven conversation about power, control, and survival in modern agriculture—and why the next decade may determine whether independence remains viable at all. Want Farm4Profit Merch? Custom order your favorite items today!https://farmfocused.com/farm-4profit/ Don't forget to like the podcast on all platforms and leave a review where ever you listen! Website: www.Farm4Profit.comShareable episode link: https://intro-to-farm4profit.simplecast.comEmail address: Farm4profitllc@gmail.comCall/Text: 515.207.9640Subscribe to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSR8c1BrCjNDDI_Acku5XqwFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farm4profitllc Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Farm4ProfitLLC/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Step into Episode 191 of On the Delo as David DeLorenzo jumps on the mic solo to close out the year with real talk on hospitality risk, restaurant trends, and how technology is reshaping the business. From foreign objects in food to seven-figure kitchen fires, Delo pulls back the curtain on what really happens after the incident is over and the lawyers get involved.He also shares where the industry is headed next: AI ordering, predictive inventory, labor shortages, non-alcoholic drink trends, and why community and culture inside your four walls matter more than ever. Along the way you'll hear about the Built Different Community he runs with Jeremy Scott, a Vegas trip to see Def Leopard at Caesars, and why his Spotify Wrapped was Creed… and only Creed.Chapter Guide (Timestamps): (0:15) Solo Year-End Check-In & Episode 191 Overview (1:04) Built Different Community, Circle App & Why It Exists for Entrepreneurs (2:35) Community, Coaching Calls & 50 Years of Combined Business Experience (3:23) What Guests Don't See: Behind-the-Scenes Reality of Hospitality (4:56) Top Claims from 2025: Foreign Objects in Food & Customer Injury Letters (7:11) Kitchen Injuries, Wet Floors, Clutter & Workers Comp Fallout (9:43) “Small” Kitchen Fires that Turn into Million-Dollar Losses (12:00) Walk-In Coolers, Spoilage & How Cause of Loss Really Works (13:35) Parking Lots, Slip-and-Falls & The Power of Video Cameras (17:44) Liquor Liability, Obviously Intoxicated Laws & Fatal DUI Claims (20:56) AI, Automation & Predictive Analytics in Restaurant Operations (23:04) Non-Alcoholic Options, Late-Night Food & Shifting Guest Habits (25:36) New Openings, Moves to Downtown Phoenix & Arizona's Top 100 Recognition (27:33) Heritage, Protein House, Feta Cowboy & the Growth of Local Concepts (28:12) How to Truly Support Your Favorite Restaurants & Close of 2025

S5E13 Future of AI-Powered Consumer Insights with Trevor Sumner & Stan SthanunathanIn Season 5, Episode 13 of The Retail Razor Show, hosts Ricardo Belmar and Casey Golden tackle one of retail's biggest blind spots in consumer insights: the consumer sentiment gap. For decades, brands relied on surveys to understand shoppers. But what people say doesn't always match what they do.Enter AI-powered shopper insights!Joining the conversation are Trevor Sumner (CEO of i-Genie AI) and Stan Sthanunathan (Executive Chairman of i-Genie AI, former EVP at Unilever and VP at Coca-Cola). Together, they reveal how billions of unfiltered signals — from searches, reviews, and social posts — can be transformed into real-time, actionable consumer insights that reshape retail decision-making.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why traditional consumer surveys are breaking downHow AI and natural language processing uncover real customer behaviorThe role of empathy vs sympathy in understanding consumersHow disruptor brands are reshaping competitive landscapesWhy augmented intelligence (AI + human insight) is the future of retail strategy and consumer insightsSubscribe to the Retail Razor Podcast Network: https://retailrazor.com/Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://retailrazor.substack.comSubscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/RRShowYouTubeAbout our GuestsTrevor Sumner, CEO, i-Genie.AI - https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevorsumner/Trevor is a NYC-based entrepreneur, product and marketing executive and recognized startup advisor and angel. Trevor is the CEO at i-Genie.ai, the leading AI platform for consumer insights, revolutionizing an industry that had been dominated with antiquated survey methodologies by synthesizing tens of billions of searches, social and video posts, ratings and reviews and market data for industry leaders like Kenvue, Unilever, Coca-Cola, Bayer, Clorox and more.Previously, Mr. Sumner was Head of AI and Data Platform products for Raydiant, a leading VC-backed digital experience platform that is transforming over 250,000 digital touch points across 4,500 clients with AI, computer vision and data.Mr. Sumner came to Raydiant when it acquired Perch, a recognized leader in in-store Product Engagement Marketing, interactive retail displays and augmented reality, where Mr. SUmner served as CEO. Perch was named a Top Tech Company to Watch by Forbes, a Top 10 Retail Technology company by CIO Review and has won numerous Clio, Fast Company, Edison, Bloomberg and Digi awards.Stan Sthanunathan, Executive Chairman, i-Genie.AI - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stan-sthanunathan-1ab4035/Stan Sthanunathan joined Unilever in July 2013 as Executive Vice President of Consumer & Market Insights. As chief provocateur, he headed up the insights function globally based in London. He retired from Unilever on June 1, 2021.Post retirement he has started an AI/ML enabled company called i-Genie.AI focused on delivering near real time insights and ideas to help business identify Next Big Thing. Prior to joining Unilever, he was Vice President of Marketing Strategy & Insights for The Coca-Cola Company in Atlanta, heading up the function on a global basis.Stan co-authored a paper on Building an Insights Engine that was published in Harvard Business Review, Sept 2016. He has also co-authored a book titled AI for Marketing and Product Innovation.He was awarded Lifetime Achievement award at TMRE 2022 event.Chapters:00:00 Previews 01:23 Show Intro 04:43 The Consumer Sentiment Gap 05:37 Welcome Trevor Sumner & Stan Sthanunathan 06:30 Backgrounds of Trevor and Stan 09:11 Challenges in Understanding Consumers 16:58 The Evolution of Influencers 18:32 Limitations of Surveys and the Need for AI 25:46 Augmented Intelligence: AI + Human Insight 31:46 Challenges in CPG Innovation 33:02 Innovate: A Data-Driven Product 34:42 AI and Predictive Analytics 36:21 Democratizing Data Access 38:07 Mindset Shift for Rapid Actions 40:46 Adopting AI in CPG 48:16 Retailers and Data Utilization 52:59 Future of Brand Understanding 57:23 Conclusion and Contact Information 58:15 Show CloseMeet your hosts, helping you cut through the clutter in retail & retail tech:Ricardo Belmar is an NRF Top Retail Voices for 2025 & a RETHINK Retail Top Retail Expert from 2021 – 2025. Thinkers 360 has named him a Top 10 Retail, & AGI Thought Leader, a Top 50 Management, Transformation, & Careers Thought Leader, a Top 100 Digital Transformation & Agentic AI Thought Leader, plus a Top Digital Voice for 2024 and 2025. He is an advisory council member at George Mason University's Center for Retail Transformation, and the Retail Cloud Alliance. He was most recently the director partner marketing for retail & consumer goods in the Americas at Microsoft.Casey Golden, is CEO of Luxlock, a RETHINK Retail Top Retail Expert from 2023 - 2025, and a Retail Cloud Alliance advisory council member. Obsessed with the customer relationship between the brand and the consumer. After a career on the fashion and supply chain technology side of the business, now slaying franken-stacks and building retail tech! Currently, Casey is the North America Leader for Retail & Consumer Goods at CI&T.Includes music provided by imunobeats.com, featuring Overclocked, and E-Motive from the album Beat Hype, written by Heston Mimms, published by Imuno.

This series of Voices of Student Success focuses on the use of generative artificial intelligence in higher education and how technology can support student success goals.  Central New Mexico Community College is deploying a new AI-powered predictive analytics tool, CampusLens, part of CampusWorks, to improve data visibility in student retention, early alerts and career outcomes.   In the latest episode of Voices of Student Success, Tracy Hartzler, president of Central New Mexico Community College, discusses the risks with taking on new tools, the college's approach to change management and the need for more responsive data.   Hosted by Inside Higher Ed Student Success reporter Ashley Mowreader, this episode is sponsored by TimelyCare.  Read a transcript of the podcast here. 

Eric Bourquin, Vice President of Safety Services at Texas Mutual Insurance Company, joins us to discuss the importance of using safety data to improve risk management and hazard mitigation on your job sites. He shares how tools like telematics and wearable technology can provide valuable insights into safety performance and help prevent incidents before they […]

Dr. Sev MacLaughlin, the CEO of DeLorean AI, has developed an AI platform to identify at-risk patients, including those with renal disease, cardiovascular disease, and mental health conditions. Serving smaller and mid-sized provider clinics, this approach supports the shift to value-based care by predicting adverse events, recommending preventive measures, and reducing hospitalizations and healthcare costs. By analyzing entire populations instead of samples, the platform avoids biases and overlooked subgroups inherent in traditional analytical methods. Sev explains, "So I think there's an opportunity to not only give better care at the point of care, but also aid in the discovery or assist in the diagnosis of unknown diseases that people may have in the chronic format. That may be identifying chronic kidney disease patients five years earlier, so they can have a different treatment modality and directionality in their lives, or hypertension or cardiovascular disease."  "We're very strong in renal. So both chronic kidney disease and end-stage renal failure, or patients on dialysis. And then the two comorbidities that most that are huge influences for that are cardiovascular disease, cardiovascular system, and diabetes. In addition to that, we do CD and pulmonary. And then we were asked by one of our largest clients, United Healthcare, to look at mental health. And I have to say another surprise to me is how important mental health is to the other disease states, so that mental health needs to be taken care of to ensure that those individuals are medically adherent, they're going to their appointments, they're taking their medications, they're taking their health seriously. And that is something that I learned was most important and needed to be treated in parallel with the primary care diagnosis." #DeLoreanAI #PreventativeCare #RenalCare #MedAI #Diagnostics #PopulationHealth #RiskStratification DeLoreanai.com Download the transcript here

Dr. Sev MacLaughlin, the CEO of DeLorean AI, has developed an AI platform to identify at-risk patients, including those with renal disease, cardiovascular disease, and mental health conditions. Serving smaller and mid-sized provider clinics, this approach supports the shift to value-based care by predicting adverse events, recommending preventive measures, and reducing hospitalizations and healthcare costs. By analyzing entire populations instead of samples, the platform avoids biases and overlooked subgroups inherent in traditional analytical methods. Sev explains, "So I think there's an opportunity to not only give better care at the point of care, but also aid in the discovery or assist in the diagnosis of unknown diseases that people may have in the chronic format. That may be identifying chronic kidney disease patients five years earlier, so they can have a different treatment modality and directionality in their lives, or hypertension or cardiovascular disease."  "We're very strong in renal. So both chronic kidney disease and end-stage renal failure, or patients on dialysis. And then the two comorbidities that most that are huge influences for that are cardiovascular disease, cardiovascular system, and diabetes. In addition to that, we do CD and pulmonary. And then we were asked by one of our largest clients, United Healthcare, to look at mental health. And I have to say another surprise to me is how important mental health is to the other disease states, so that mental health needs to be taken care of to ensure that those individuals are medically adherent, they're going to their appointments, they're taking their medications, they're taking their health seriously. And that is something that I learned was most important and needed to be treated in parallel with the primary care diagnosis." #DeLoreanAI #PreventativeCare #RenalCare #MedAI #Diagnostics #PopulationHealth #RiskStratification DeLoreanai.com Listen to the podcast here

In this week's Monday News Drop, co-hosts Bo Brabo and Luke Carignan get real about the future of HR — and why the next evolution of workforce planning is already here.From predictive analytics and skills ontologies to workplace flexibility and AI, Bo and Luke dig into what every HR leader should be thinking about as technology reshapes hiring, training, and team performance.This episode isn't just theory — it's a candid conversation about how data can help HR move from reacting to predicting, and from managing to truly leading.

Keywordscybersecurity, technology, AI, IoT, Intel, startups, security culture, talent development, career advice  SummaryIn this episode of No Password Required, host Jack Clabby and Kayleigh Melton engage with Steve Orrin, the federal CTO at Intel, discussing the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, the importance of diverse teams, and the intersection of technology and security. Steve shares insights from his extensive career, including his experiences in the startup scene, the significance of AI and IoT, and the critical blind spots in cybersecurity practices. The conversation also touches on nurturing talent in technology and offers valuable advice for young professionals entering the field.  TakeawaysIoT is now referred to as the Edge in technology.Diverse teams bring unique perspectives and solutions.Experience in cybersecurity is crucial for effective team building.The startup scene in the 90s was vibrant and innovative.Understanding both biology and technology can lead to unique career paths.AI and IoT are integral to modern cybersecurity solutions.Organizations often overlook the importance of security in early project stages.Nurturing talent involves giving them interesting projects and autonomy.Young professionals should understand the hacker mentality to succeed in cybersecurity.Customer feedback is essential for developing effective security solutions.  TitlesThe Edge of Cybersecurity: Insights from Steve OrrinNavigating the Intersection of Technology and Security  Sound bites"IoT is officially called the Edge.""We're making mainframe sexy again.""Surround yourself with people smarter than you."  Chapters00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity and the Edge01:48 Steve Orrin's Role at Intel04:51 The Evolution of Security Technology09:07 The Startup Scene in the 90s13:00 The Intersection of Biology and Technology15:52 The Importance of AI and IoT20:30 Blind Spots in Cybersecurity25:38 Nurturing Talent in Technology28:57 Advice for Young Cybersecurity Professionals32:10 Lifestyle Polygraph: Fun Questions with Steve

In this LevelUp episode, Melissa Zeloof sits down with Chirag Ambwani, SVP Gaming & Entertainment at Sensor Tower, to discuss the data of LiveOps - how to measure them, their effect on games' long-term success, and how developers can use their LiveOps data to make better, more profitable games.  Chapters (00:00:00) - Interview(00:00:29) - Stumbling Into the Game Industry(00:03:06) - Sensor Tower(00:04:56) - Sunstar on LiveOps & the(00:08:49) - Do Studios Over Focus on Monetization?(00:11:46) - How to Market Your Game to a Consumer(00:13:46) - First-Time User Experience(00:18:39) - What's A B Testing in LiveOps?(00:21:30) - Can We Predict Player Behavior in Game?(00:24:16) - Predictive Analytics in Game Development(00:26:32) - Top Executives: Live-O-S(00:30:14) - How to Keep Your Game Fun Long Term

On today's Legally Speaking Podcast, I'm delighted to be joined by Monica Zent. Monica is the Principal at the Law Innovation Agency and Founder & CEO of ZentLaw. She is a pioneering legal industry innovator, Legal Tech expert and Digital Innovation Strategist, with nearly 3 decades as an investor, successful entrepreneur and legal industry thought leader. Monica is passionate about driving transformation in legal operations and technology adoption.So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Monica discussing:- Monica's Pioneering Role in Legal Tech and Innovation- Dual Leadership in ZentLaw and the Law Innovation Agency- Focus on Predictive Analytics and AI in Legal Tech- Advisory and Thought Leadership Work with an Innovation Mindset- Helping Organisations Innovate SafelyConnect with Monica Zent here - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/monicazent/⁠

Today on From Lab To Launch, we're excited to welcome Dr. Terrance Govender, the VP of Medical Affairs at ClinIntell.ClinIntell, based in Tampa, Florida, supports healthcare executives and leaders in accurately capturing the true severity of their inpatient population using population-based predictive analytics. The results for their customers? More accurate, trustworthy performance data and clinical condition reporting, that can be easily shared and used to drive continuous improvement activities. Qualio website:https://www.qualio.com/ Previous episodes:https://www.qualio.com/from-lab-to-launch-podcast Apply to be on the show:https://forms.gle/uUH2YtCFxJHrVGeL8 Music by keldez

Learn how to Master Client Retention with Predictive Analytics Instead of Guesswork Things about client retention that most entrepreneurs get wrong: they're flying blind until it's too late. In this game-changing episode, I sit down with our Director of Community, Walker Renfrow, to pull back the curtain on the client retention strategies we've developed through real-world testing, data analysis, and relentless innovation. We're not talking about the same tired advice you'll find everywhere else—this is about moving from reactive churn management to predictive retention analytics that tell you there's a problem before your clients even know they're unhappy. If you're selling into a leaky bucket and wondering why your MRR isn't growing the way it should, this conversation is going to change everything. Walker Renfrow is one of those rare talents who wears many hats and excels at all of them. As our Director of Community at Predictable Profits, Walker has become a catalyst for growth—constantly innovating, solving problems in unique ways, and creating client experiences that don't just retain customers, they turn them into raving fans. With his background in entrepreneurship and experience across manufacturing, construction, and business coaching, Walker brings a creative, data-driven approach to retention that you won't find in any textbook. He's an artist in both his personal life as a singer and in his professional world, looking at challenges from angles most people never consider. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Selling into a leaky bucket caps your MRR—retention is just as critical as sales for growth. NPS surveys alone won't cut it—low response rates and shallow data won't move the retention needle. Your team can't give accurate client health assessments—their incentives are misaligned to paint rosy pictures. Quarterly interviews by a third party (not the account manager) get you the honest feedback that drives real change. Relationships + Results = Retention—most businesses focus only on results and ignore relationships entirely. Use red/yellow/green client scoring: 75% green, 20% yellow, 5% red—zero red means you're lying to yourself. Track behavioral metrics (attendance, implementation, engagement) to predict churn before it happens—not after. Community is your AI-age defensibility—authentic human connections become irreplaceable as everything else gets commoditized.   Growing your business is hard, but it doesn't have to be. In this podcast, we will be discussing top level strategies for both growing and expanding your business beyond seven figures. The show will feature a mix of pure content and expert interviews to present key concepts and fundamental topics in a variety of different formats. We believe that this format will enable our listeners to learn the most from the show, implement more in their businesses, and get real value out of the podcast. Enjoy the show. Please remember to rate, review and subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss any future episodes. Your support and reviews are important and help us to grow and improve the show. Follow Charles Gaudet and Predictable Profits on Social Media: Facebook: facebook.com/PredictableProfits Instagram: instagram.com/predictableprofits Twitter: twitter.com/charlesgaudet LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/charlesgaudet Visit Charles Gaudet's Wesbites:  www.PredictableProfits.com www.predictableprofits.com/community https://start.predictableprofits.com/community

Join Brian Doyle in this enlightening episode of MSP Business School as he unpacks the burgeoning potential of artificial intelligence in transforming the Managed Service Provider landscape. Doyle offers a deep dive into how MSPs can leverage AI to enrich client relationships and optimize business operations. This episode acts as an essential guide for MSPs striving for innovation and meaningful customer impacts. Gain insights into AI-powered customer support, an underutilized yet crucial tool for delivering 24/7 service experiences in small to mid-sized businesses. Doyle emphasizes the importance of integrating AI chatbots for boosting customer satisfaction and streamlining operations, particularly during peak business seasons. From predictive analytics to seamless marketing automation and cybersecurity, he carefully outlines how AI can address current gaps and lay the groundwork for more proactive and automated approaches within MSPs and their clients. Drawing on real-world scenarios, Doyle illustrates how AI can provide actionable insights, ensure cybersecurity readiness, and enhance productivity through workflow automation. Key Takeaways: AI-Powered Customer Support: Leverage AI chatbots to provide immediate customer service, enhancing satisfaction and operational efficiency. Predictive Analytics and Business Insights: Use AI in conjunction with BI tools to uncover trends and optimize inventory and marketing strategies. AI-Driven Marketing Automation: Implement AI to personalize marketing efforts, supporting continuous engagement and maximizing ROI. Enhancing Cybersecurity: Employ AI tools to detect and counter threats, ensuring robust protection for small business clients. Workflow Automation: Identify repetitive tasks ripe for AI automation, freeing up human resources for higher-value work. Show Website: https://mspbusinessschool.com/ Host Brian Doyle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briandoylevciotoolbox/ Sponsor vCIOToolbox: https://vciotoolbox.com

Welcome to a fascinating exploration of the hidden legal battles shaping tomorrow's technology. Predictive algorithms have become the crystal balls of modern business, forecasting everything from home prices to healthcare costs, but they're also becoming the center of high-stakes courtroom dramas worth hundreds of millions of dollars.Across the globe, from Texas courtrooms to China's Supreme People's Court, judges and juries are answering a profound question: who owns the right to predict the future? The House Canary v. Amrock case resulted in a staggering $600 million verdict over real estate valuation algorithms, while Alibaba secured a 30 million RMB judgment against a company that allegedly scraped its predictive marketing tools. Even industrial applications aren't immune, with companies like Shen Group successfully protecting predictive design software for machinery components.What makes these cases particularly compelling is how they're redefining intellectual property law. Courts are now recognizing that AI model weights, the mathematical parameters tuned during training, qualify as protectable trade secrets. Data pipelines, prediction engines, and algorithmic structures have all received similar protection. The real drama often unfolds when employees change companies, raising thorny questions about what constitutes general expertise versus proprietary knowledge that belongs to the former employer.Healthcare prediction presents especially valuable territory, with ongoing battles between companies like Qruis and Epic Systems, or Milliman and Gradient AI, demonstrating how patient data forecasting creates immensely valuable intellectual property. Whether it's forecasting home values on Zillow or optimizing Medicare billing, these predictive tools aren't just convenient features, they're corporate crown jewels worth protecting at almost any cost.Ready to dive deeper into the invisible rules governing innovation? Subscribe now and join us as we continue to decode the legal frameworks shaping our technological future. The algorithms may predict tomorrow, but who gets to own those predictions? That's what we're exploring on Intangiblia.Get the book!Send us a textSupport the show

Welcome to this episode of Ditch the Lab Coat, hosted by Dr. Mark Bonta—a show where curiosity meets science and skepticism, all in the name of practical healthcare innovation.This week, we tackle a problem plaguing healthcare systems across Canada (and beyond): the painfully long wait times to see a dermatologist, especially when it comes to skin cancer. Our guest is Mike Druhan, President of Dermatology Services at MedX Health. Mike is on a mission to save lives by closing the gap between a suspicious mole and a potentially life-saving diagnosis.Together, Dr. Bonta and Mike explore the bottlenecks of Canadian healthcare, the trust required for new technologies to be accepted, and the real-world journey of bringing evidence-based digital solutions—like secure skin imaging and teledermatology—to market. You'll hear the candid realities behind innovation in medicine, the hurdles of building clinician confidence, and why access—not just technology—can be the biggest lifesaver of all.Plus, Mike shares eye-opening stories from the field, including how a routine golf outing and a sharp eye led to an early melanoma diagnosis that made all the difference for a patient. If you've ever wondered why game-changing ideas in medicine can take so long to become reality—or how technology can help us fight diseases hiding in plain sight—this conversation is for you.Plug in, enjoy, and get ready for a deep dive into the art and science of making innovation practical, trustworthy, and patient-centered.Episode HighlightsTrust Drives Healthcare Adoption — Healthcare innovation only moves as fast as stakeholders trust new systems and tech, making trust central to successful adoption.Early Detection Saves Lives — Catching skin cancer at the earliest stage dramatically improves outcomes and reduces treatment costs and patient suffering.Access Is a Critical Barrier — Long wait times to see specialists like dermatologists can be deadly; smart solutions must address these systemic access issues.Tech Complements, Not Replaces — Innovative tools are designed to support, not substitute, specialists—helping prioritize urgent cases and manage the patient queue.Design for Clinical Reality — Successful tools require clinician input, regulatory compliance, and clear workflow integration to earn real-world adoption.Iterate with Frontline Feedback — Regular collaboration with diverse healthcare professionals refines questions, workflows, and builds essential clinical buy-in.Evidence First, Hype Later — Robust evidence and pilot programs—rather than flashy promises—pave the path for credible healthcare innovation.AI Is an Assistant, Not Judge — AI is best used as a double-check for clinicians, enhancing accuracy but not replacing expert human decision-making.Economic Incentives Matter — Insurers and employers increasingly see the financial sense in proactive screening and early intervention for high-risk groups.Human Factor Still Critical — Even with tech, “right place, right time” expert intervention can make the difference between early cure and late-stage tragedy.Episode Timestamp03:59 – Canadian Healthcare Access Challenges 09:40 – Dermatology Digital Patient Platform Development 13:25 – Trust Barriers in Healthcare Innovation 15:57 – Dermatology Investment Collaboration Insights 19:05 – Prioritizing Urgent Pathology Reports 22:54 – Dermatology: Ownership and Patient Insights 24:19 – Dynamic Approach to Skin Cancer Tracking 28:38 – Early Detection through Stool Testing 32:56 – Canada's Dermatology Shortage and Insurance Solutions 33:38 – Predictive Analytics in Workplace Safety 37:07 – AI-Assisted Skin Cancer Detection 42:15 – Human Error vs. AI Expectations 45:47 – AI Enhancing Medical Diagnostics 46:46 – Trusting Emerging Healthcare Technologies DISCLAMER >>>>>>    The Ditch Lab Coat podcast serves solely for general informational purposes and does not serve as a substitute for professional medical services such as medicine or nursing. It does not establish a doctor/patient relationship, and the use of information from the podcast or linked materials is at the user's own risk. The content does not aim to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and users should promptly seek guidance from healthcare professionals for any medical conditions.   >>>>>> The expressed opinions belong solely to the hosts and guests, and they do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the Hospitals, Clinics, Universities, or any other organization associated with the host or guests.    Disclosures: Ditch The Lab Coat podcast is produced by (Podkind.co) and is independent of Dr. Bonta's teaching and research roles at McMaster University, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and Queens University. 

Steve Dennis and Michael LeBlancs analyze the week's most impactful retail developments: a U.S. appeals-court ruling that may require massive Trump era tariff refunds  new India duties; fast-moving shifts in de minimis thresholds; and mounting pressure on global supply chains, small businesses, and retailers alike. They analyze how these disruptions will disrupt importers like Tapestry and Lululemon, and shift the retail earnings divide—even as consumer confidence wavers and labor issues—like ICE raids—further muddy the waters.In the featured interview with two visionary luxury executives: Amit Kaswani, Chief Omnichannel Officer at Chalhoub Group, and Stacie Henderson Capece Minutolo, Chief Marketing Officer Americas at Tod's Group. Amit outlines Chalhoub's omnichannel-first game plan, including end-to-end logistics and loyalty ecosystems that reach millions—backed by AI-powered personalization, predictive analytics, and conversational commerce tools. He emphasizes how customer experience, augmented by technology, is a differentiator, not a replacement for human interaction.Stacie shares Tod's strategy in the Americas, targeting high net worth clients and next-gen shoppers through experiential storytelling, cultural relevance, and digital scale. She references campaigns like "Italian Diaries," where in-person luxury activations generate exponential online impressions. She also discusses Tod's AI governance framework—a cross-functional task force merging marketing, e-commerce, finance, and customer service to ensure innovation is purposeful and aligned.As both guest leaders gear up to speak at Shoptalk Luxe, which runs 27–29 January 2026 at the Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental in Abu Dhabi, luxe.shoptalk.com+1, they tease the frameworks, case studies, and strategies they'll be presenting on global luxury, loyalty, and AI innovation.The episode closes with Michael and Steve spotlighting standout moments: GLP-1 weight-loss drug innovations, Google's Nano Banana image-generation tool, and the looming U.S. interest rate decision, crippling shutdown threats, and Simons' opening in Toronto's Eaton Centre, replacing Nordstrom. About UsSteve Dennis is a strategic advisor and keynote speaker focused on growth and innovation, who has also been named one of the world's top retail influencers. He is the bestselling authro of two books: Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption and Remarkable Retail: How To Win & Keep Customers in the Age of Disruption. Steve regularly shares his insights in his role as a Forbes senior retail contributor and on social media.Michael LeBlanc is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and now, media entrepreneur. He has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels, most recently on the main stage in Toronto at Retail Council of Canada's Retail Marketing conference with leaders from Walmart & Google. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, CanWest Media, Pandora Jewellery, The Shopping Channel and Retail Council of Canada to his advisory, speaking and media practice.Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in America, Remarkable Retail with his partner, Dallas-based best-selling author Steve Dennis; Canada's top retail industry podcast The Voice of Retail and Canada's top food industry and one of the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University in Halifax.Rethink Retail has recognized Michael as one of the top global retail experts for the fourth year in a row, Thinkers 360 has named him on of the Top 50 global thought leaders in retail, RTIH has named him a top 100 global though leader in retail technology and Coresight Research has named Michael a Retail AI Influencer. If you are a BBQ fan, you can tune into Michael's cooking show, Last Request BBQ, on YouTube, Instagram, X and yes, TikTok.Michael is available for keynote presentations helping retailers, brands and retail industry insiders explaining the current state and future of the retail industry in North America and around the world.

This episode delves into the dynamic future of retail, spotlighting the pivotal role of AI in reshaping supply chains and customer interaction. Experts discuss how retailers are harnessing AI to deliver hyper-personalized shopping experiences, leveraging clean data to anticipate consumer needs and optimize inventory. The conversation explores the increasing importance of sustainability, with brands adopting eco-friendly practices and transparent supply chains to meet conscious consumer demands. The rise of social commerce platforms like TikTok is also examined, revealing how retailers are integrating social media into their sales strategies and supply chain management for unprecedented agility. This episode offers valuable insights into how technology, strategic data utilization, and a commitment to sustainability are converging to redefine the retail landscape and create new opportunities for brands and consumers alike.

What happens when a seasoned senior living operator crosses over to the “dark side” of technology? In this episode, Matt reconnects with Dan Wolen, now at Teton, to unpack the real-world impact of predictive insights and AI in senior living. From staffing efficiencies to reducing adverse incidents, Dan shares how communities can move from reactive to proactive—and why it all starts with giving teams the right tools, not more tasks.Timestamps :01:00 – Intro and welcoming Dan back02:36 – Dan's early “aha” moments after joining the tech vendor world04:04 – What “predictive insights” really means in senior living05:31 – Real-time data visibility and frontline decision-making06:45 – Bridging clinical care and operational efficiency08:03 – Resident outcomes: measurable improvements with predictive tools09:35 – Barriers to adoption and how communities can overcome them11:13 – Concrete examples: caregiver apps and mobile spot checks13:59 – Department-level and executive dashboards for broader impact16:30 – Boosting satisfaction and length of stay through proactive care18:03 – What the future holds: AI and predictive tools at scale19:08 – Dan's advice to curious but hesitant operators20:11 – The one question every operator should ask a tech vendor

In this episode of Disruption/Interruption, host KJ sits down with Bill Lederer, Founder and CEO of MADTECH.AI, to discuss how marketing analytics is being transformed by automation, AI, and decision intelligence. Bill shares his journey as a serial entrepreneur, the challenges of messy marketing data, and how his innovations are helping brands make smarter, faster decisions. Key Takeaways: [2:12] - Most marketing data is disconnected, siloed, and often unusable, making good decision-making difficult. [6:57] - AI and automation are reducing the need for large teams in marketing analytics, allowing companies to do more with less. [11:32] - Automating data pipelines and transformations can lead to significant cost savings and efficiency gains. [13:04] - MADTECH.AI acts as a multi-tool for marketers, integrating data unification, visualization, and predictive analytics. [19:02] - Bill advises listeners to be skeptical of hype, test new technologies carefully, and focus on early ROI. Quote of the Show [23:42]:"The time compression in order to be able to do anything—to learn, to fix, to improve—it's a qualitative difference. The speed with which everything is able to be done now... it's dramatic. If you’re not leveraging this, you’re already behind." – Bill Lederer Join our Anti-PR newsletter where we’re keeping a watchful and clever eye on PR trends, PR fails, and interesting news in tech so you don't have to. You're welcome. Want PR that actually matters? Get 30 minutes of expert advice in a fast-paced, zero-nonsense session from Karla Jo Helms, a veteran Crisis PR and Anti-PR Strategist who knows how to tell your story in the best possible light and get the exposure you need to disrupt your industry. Click here to book your call: https://info.jotopr.com/free-anti-pr-eval Ways to connect with Bill Lederer: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/billederer/ Company Websites: MadTech.AI How to get more Disruption/Interruption: Amazon Music - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/eccda84d-4d5b-4c52-ba54-7fd8af3cbe87/disruption-interruption Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disruption-interruption/id1581985755 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6yGSwcSp8J354awJkCmJlDSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Researchers at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville are leading a team that's testing and mapping hundreds of samples for compounds that traditional water treatment methods don't remove. Dr. Carrie Butts-Wilmsmeyer, Director of the Center for Predictive Analytics and associate professor of Biological Sciences, joins Megan Lynch with details.

Listen as Danny Moore interviews Charlie Larimer on Epidemiology and Predictive Analytics.  Listen as Charlie gives his insight on applying predictive analytics techniques to determine drivers of health outcomes in differing populations and regions.

Send me a messageAir freight has long been the wild west of logistics, complex, opaque, and often wasteful. In this episode, I sat down with Chris Condon, founder and CEO of Aircon and the mind behind Captain Cargo, to unpack how AI and automation are reshaping air freight for the better.Chris brings decades of freight forwarding experience and has built a platform specifically to help small and mid-sized freight forwarders compete with global giants. We explore why air freight isn't just for emergencies, how faster quoting often matters more than faster transit, and how real-time exception management is the missing piece for most operators.We also dig into sustainability. Chris explains how smarter consolidation and capacity optimisation, enabled by predictive analytics, can reduce unused cargo space and avoid unnecessary flights. In a sector where emissions are high and transparency is low, that matters.This isn't just about tech for tech's sake. It's about giving operators the tools to retain customers, improve margins, and respond to disruption, without losing control to the big players.If you're in logistics, supply chain management, or sustainability and you want to understand where AI is actuallydelivering value in freight, this one's well worth a listen.

Step into the future of recruiting with this episode. Whether you're a recruiting leader, firm owner, or decision-maker, this episode is for those who are determined to keep their firms thriving in a rapidly changing, AI-driven landscape. Host Kortney Harmon cuts through the noise to reveal why clinging to yesterday's metrics and technology isn't just outdated—it could spell extinction for your business.Key Insights:- Discover why traditional KPIs (like call and submission counts) no longer drive success, and may actually hinder your firm's growth.- Learn how “living platforms” that continuously evolve with AI are separating thriving search firms from those falling behind.- Recognize the warning signs your operations are stuck on the KPI hamster wheel—and what to do about it before your competitors outpace you.- Find out the essential steps to transform your metrics and recruiting workflows for the AI era.- Understand why redefining the recruiter's role is critical for long-term relevance and client impact.Can your current tech stack evolve on its own, or is it dragging your firm into irrelevance? Are you measuring what matters—or just what's easy?Listen now to uncover the strategies that will keep your executive search firm ahead of the curve. Don't get left behind—the future isn't just coming, it's here.__________________Want to learn more about Crelate? Book a demo hereFollow Crelate on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/crelate/Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.crelate.com/blog/full-desk-experience

Welcome to the WealthBuilders Podcast where Karen Conrad Metcalfe and Jeff VanderWal discuss AI and allowing technology to enhance human productivity rather than replace it.This episode addresses leadership and technology, focusing on ways leaders can effectively navigate the rapidly evolving world of AI and digital tools. You will be encouraged to balance technological advancements with biblical principles and to stay open-minded.Find out how keeping abreast of emerging innovations can drive business growth. Predictive Analytics: Leveraging Technology Without Losing ConnectionMore Resources:Learn more about WealthBuilderswww.wealthbuilders.orgOvercoming Disappointments Booklethttps://www.wealthbuilders.org/disappointment_overJuly Business Bootcampwealthbuilders.org/bizbootcamp

The beauty industry is massive, fast-paced, and hard to predict. There are 20,000 brands worldwide, and microtrends can spread around the globe in hours. That's the challenge facing Kalindi Mehta, Global VP for Consumer Foresight Strategy and Predictive Analytics at the Estée Lauder Companies. In the latest episode, she lays out how AI is transforming her industry, and explains how the technology can help all companies be more agile, improve their decision making, and reimagine their workflows. WorkLab Subscribe to the WorkLab newsletter Microsoft Podcasts – Stay connected, informed, and entertained with original podcasts from Microsoft  

In this episode of the ‘AI in Business' podcast, Scott Bradley, VP of AI and Innovation at Novartis, returns to discuss how AI is reshaping decision-making at the earliest stages of drug development—and what that means for the future of pharma investment strategy. Host Matthew DeMello and Scott explore how the pharmaceutical industry is transitioning from intuition-led portfolio choices to data-driven precision. They discuss the growing influence of AI in identifying viable drug candidates, designing complex proteins, and even solving long-standing manufacturing challenges. Scott also highlights the impact of AI on shifting portfolio dynamics—enabling pharma companies to target smaller, more specific patient populations and scale up development across a wider range of therapies. With AI now central to everything from molecule discovery to commercialization, the conversation offers a window into how life sciences organizations must adapt both structurally and strategically to stay competitive. Want to share your AI adoption story with executive peers? Click emerj.com/expert2 for more information and to be a potential future guest on the ‘AI in Business' podcast! This episode is sponsored by Intelligencia AI. Learn how brands work with Emerj and other Emerj Media options at emerj.com/ad1.

In this episode of Zero to CEO, I speak with Harvard serial founder Shirish Nimgaonkar about how his company, eBlissAI, is leading a new era of agentic AI through self-healing, autonomous systems. Shirish explains why today's enterprise IT systems are falling short and how eBlissAI's platform is transforming endpoint management by combining real-time analytics, predictive insights, and intelligent automation. We discuss how businesses can drastically reduce operational costs, improve user productivity, and gain a superior ROI by adopting AI that not only reacts but predicts and personalizes. With enterprise tech at a tipping point, this episode explores why now is the critical moment to embrace truly autonomous solutions.

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with with Jennifer Mulholland and Jeff Shuck about conscious leadership. Jennifer Mulholland is an author, strategist, alchemist, executive coach, and co-owner of Plenty Consulting. From a very young age, she's been dedicated to raising the consciousness of people on the planet. For the last decade, she and her business partner, Jeff Shuck, have helped thousands of conscious leaders and businesses grow in revenue, impact, and fulfillment. Before becoming co-owner of Plenty, Jennifer was Chief Innovation Officer at SunGard, a Fortune 500 technology company. She founded several businesses focused on bridging the gap between information and impact in healthcare, technology, and holistic wellbeing. She is a certified Reiki and Theta healer trained in shamanic and energy medicine. She has a B.S. degree in Exercise and Sports Science, Psychology, and Coaching from the University of Utah. Jennifer was a two-sport Division I athlete and captain at the University of Delaware, playing both field hockey and lacrosse. She lives in Park City, Utah, where she enjoys an active, outdoor lifestyle with her husband and two children in the mountain town she's called home for almost thirty years. Jeff Shuck is an accomplished leader and entrepreneur with deep experience in leadership development, consulting, and social impact. Jeff is co-owner of Plenty Consulting with his business partner Jennifer Mulholland. Together, they have helped thousands of for-profit and non-profit leaders and organizations create their strategies, grow their fundraising, innovate new programs, and develop conscious cultures. Before founding Plenty, Jeff was co-founder and CEO of fundraising firm Event 360, raising nearly a billion dollars for charity over 12 years. Jeff graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Rochester and earned an MBA from Kellogg School of Management and an MS in Predictive Analytics from Northwestern. His work in positive change and social impact has been featured in a variety of outlets such as Marketplace, the Wall Street Journal, Fatherly, and the Stanford Social Innovation Review. Jeff is an avid musician, writer, and fitness enthusiast and lives in Michigan City, Indiana with his wife and four children.  Check out all of the podcasts in the HCI Podcast Network!