GenAI for CX, Cybersecurity, Fraud Detection, and Marketing Workflows in Insurance - with Dr. John Almasan of TIAA
Release Date: 04/14/2024
AI Governance and Strategy for Long-Term Impact - with Steven Eliuk of IBM
The AI in Business Podcast
Today’s guest is Steven Eliuk, VP & CTO for AI, Governance and Data, Product Software Development at IBM. Steven joins Emerj CEO and Head of Research Daniel Faggella on today’s episode to explore the critical barriers organizations face in operationalizing AI. Steven shares insights on due diligence, executive AI fluency, and the importance of aligning technical decisions with business strategy. The discussion dives into the complexities of enterprise-scale AI, including how to validate AI models, manage compute costs, and optimize infrastructure for long-term ROI. Steven highlights...
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AI Futures: How to Govern AGI - with Virginia Dignum of the AI Policy Lab
The AI in Business Podcast
Today’s guest is Virginia Dignum, Director of the AI Policy Lab, Professor of Computer Science at Umeå University, and an Associated Professor at Delft University of Technology. In this special episode of the “AI Futures” series on the AI in Business podcast, we offer an exclusive sample from the Trajectory podcast, hosted by Emerj CEO and Head of Research Daniel Faggella. Together, Virginia and Daniel hypothesize what human governance over artificial general intelligence (AGI) might look like, and the many challenges NGOs and international bodies face today in creating the foundations...
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ROI for Manufacturing Procurement AI in Business Intelligence - with Sambit Dutta of Nestlé
The AI in Business Podcast
Today’s guest is Sambit Dutta, Vice President of Digital Strategy for Nestlé’s US operations. Sambit joins us on the program to discuss how digital transformation is reshaping the procurement and supply chain functions, especially within the food and beverage industry. From navigating challenges in supply chain resilience to building AI-driven efficiencies, Sambit provides insights into the dynamic factors shaping the future of these critical functions. This episode is part of a special series on AI in procurement workflows sponsored by Arkestro. Learn how brands work with Emerj and other...
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Overcoming Regulatory Hurdles in Healthcare Innovation - with Meghna Mittal of Anthem
The AI in Business Podcast
Today’s guest is Meghna Mittal, Director of AI and Innovation at Anthem. Meghna joins us on today’s program to tackle the complexities of digital transformation in healthcare. From privacy regulations to cultural resistance, she sheds light on the challenges unique to this highly regulated industry. With a deep dive into how AI and automation are shaping administrative efficiency, Meghna explains how non-patient-facing technology can create a more effective and streamlined patient experience. This episode is sponsored by Hyperscience. Sign up for the automation webinar with Hyperscience...
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AI’s Role in Fraud and Credit Risk - with Shrimanth Adla of Comcast
The AI in Business Podcast
Today’s guest is Shrimanth Adla, Senior Director of Credit Risk at Comcast. Shrimanth’s views expressed on today’s show are his own and do not speak for Comcast as an organization. He joins us in a special Riskified-sponsored episode to talk about the challenges in credit risk across retail and telecom spaces. Throughout the episode, Shrimanth shares his insights into the evolving risks and strategies needed to address them effectively. He breaks down the nuanced differences between credit and fraud risk, explaining how intent shapes both challenges and responses. From assessing customer...
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AI for Personalizing Sports Event Experiences for Broadcast and Digital - with Scott Gutterman of the PGA Tour
The AI in Business Podcast
Today’s guest is Scott Gutterman, Senior Vice President of Digital and Broadcast Technologies at the PGA Tour. Scott joins us on today’s show to discuss the challenges in live sports announcing that make golf a unique customer experience. As the discussion progresses, Scott outlines how the technologies PGA is driving in partnership with AWS and NLP Logix stand to revolutionize how fans of every sport will absorb information across entire leagues and simultaneous tournaments. If you’ve enjoyed or benefited from some of the insights of this episode, consider leaving us a five-star review...
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AI Futures: AGI That Saves Room for Us - with Nick Bostrom of Oxford University
The AI in Business Podcast
Today’s guest is Nick Bostrom, a prominent philosopher and the Director of the Future of Humanity Institute (FHI) at Oxford University. He also leads the Governance of AI Program (GovAI) within the FHI. Renowned globally, his expertise spans existential risk, the anthropic principle, ethics surrounding human enhancement, whole brain emulation, superintelligence risks, and the reversal test. In this special episode of the “AI Futures” series on the AI in Business podcast, we offer an exclusive sample from the Trajectory podcast, hosted by Emerj CEO and Head of Research Daniel Faggella....
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Preparing the Life Sciences Workforce for Agentic Systems - with Chloë Domergue of Deloitte
The AI in Business Podcast
Today’s guest is Chloë Domergue, Principal in the Human Capital Practice at Deloitte. Chloë joins us on today’s program to explore the evolving impact of AI and agentic systems within the life sciences sector. She shares her unique perspective on how technological advancements, particularly generative and agentic AI, are reshaping not just operations but the fundamental nature of the workforce. Together with Emerj Senior Editor Matthew DeMello, Chloë dives into the pressing challenges life sciences organizations face, such as hiring and upskilling talent for a future where AI-driven...
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Leveraging AI for Better Insurance Outcomes From Risk Management to Customer Care - with Mark McLaughlin of IBM
The AI in Business Podcast
Today’s guest is Mark McLaughlin, Director of Insurance for the Global Industries Unit at IBM. Mark joins us on today’s podcast to explore how AI is transforming the insurance industry. With over three decades of experience, Mark dives into the biggest hurdles in today’s insurance workflows and highlights why AI solutions are more crucial than ever. Later in the episode, he and Emerj Senior Editor Matthew DeMello unpack the role of AI in addressing evolving consumer demands, such as personalized and proactive risk management, and how insurance companies can better support customers when...
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Driving Software Development Efficiencies in Analytics - with Yigal Edery of Sisense
The AI in Business Podcast
Today’s guest is Yigal Edery, Special Vice President of Product and Strategy at Sisense. Sisense is an API-first analytics platform that modernizes businesses by seamlessly integrating in-context analytics within applications, leading to action-oriented insights that enhance decision intelligence. Yigal joins us today to explore the challenges and solutions in building efficient analytics for software applications. He highlights the obstacles faced by startups and software developers, particularly in extracting meaningful insights from data and embedding those insights seamlessly into their...
info_outlineToday’s guest is Dr. John Almasan, Head of AI & Emerging Technologies at TIAA. TIAA, or the Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association of America-College Retirement Equities Fund, is a US-based insurance provider specializing in retirement services in areas like academia, research, healthcare, and government. Dr. Almasan joins Emerj CEO and Head of Research Daniel Faggella on today’s podcast to discuss AI in insurance with a focus on governance, talent, and innovation. Together, they cover practical use cases in customer experience, fraud detection, and marketing throughout the episode. If you've enjoyed or benefited from some of the insights of this episode, consider leaving us a five-star review on Apple Podcasts, and let us know what you learned, found helpful, or liked most about this show!