Join me for an eye-opening conversation about how artificial intelligence and gamification are revolutionizing the way we learn and engage at work. I am joined by Eilert Hanoa, CEO of Kahoot!, the global learning platform that has transformed education with over 11 billion players to date. Together we explore the dramatic impact of AI on corporate …

Description: Marni Baker Stein, Chief Content Officer at Coursera, joins host, Cindi Howson, and dives into the impact of Generative AI on skills, diversity in tech, and the future of upskilling. Key Moments: The impact GenAI and the surge of learning demand (05:45) Why employers must prioritize AI literacy (10.32) The gender gap in AI learning and…

In his new book "Pivot or Die," Gary Shapiro argues that businesses must embrace change to thrive in today's rapidly evolving technological landscape. I am joined by Gary, who heads up the Consumer Technology Association (organizers of CES) to disucss the importance of pivoting, the challenges companies face, and strategies for staying ahead in an …

Discover how Heineken, the global brewing giant, is leveraging generative AI to revolutionize its operations across multiple departments. I am joined by Tony Costella, Global Consumer and Market Insights Director at Heineken, to explore how they are using AI to enhance consumer insights, boost innovation and streamline knowledge management.…

Key Moments From Engineer to Data Leader (03:05) A Mindset Shift: Business Problem First, Data Second (9:31) Learning From Missteps (11:00) The Gazelle and the Lion Analogy (14:53) The Role of AI: Do Things, Do Things Better, and Do Better Things (25:58) Built to Last versus Built to Adapt (40:01) Key Quotes "Instead of a data-first mindset, you ne…

AI is revolutionizing the food industry, and you won't believe how it's changing the way we make pickles! Join me as I sit down with Helen Davis, Senior Vice President and Head of North America Supply Chain Operations at Kraft Heinz, to discuss the fascinating world of AI in food production. We'll explore how Kraft Heinz is building a "self-driving…

In the 88th episode of the Pictures of Lily Podcast, we continue our new format where I share my experience about a specific interview from my 32-year archive. In this episode I revisit my interview with Suede‘s Brett Anderson on February 20, 1997, ahead of the release of their third album, Coming Up, in the US, for Surface Magazine. Subscribe to t…

Generative AI is rapidly transforming how businesses operate, but many organizations are still in the early stages of adoption. In this conversation, I speak with Pascal Brier, Chief Innovation Officer at Capgemini. to explore the current state of generative AI in the enterprise, its challenges, and future trends.…

Key Moments: Disappointment With Today’s AI Systems (4:00) Congressional Inaction And The Need for AI Regulation (9:00) The Seduction of AI Propaganda (15:00) The Misguided Hypothesis of "Scale is All You Need" (23:00) Don’t Be Fooled by the Masters of AI Hype (27:00) The Global AI Race and the Need for International Cooperation (33:00) Key Quotes:…

Are you embracing the Enterprise AI Era? Join me as I sit down with Sridhar Ramaswamy, CEO of Snowflake and former Google ads chief, to explore the future of enterprise AI! 🔮 Discover how AI is reshaping business intelligence 💡 Learn about responsible AI implementation 🏢 Hear exciting real-world AI use cases from top companies Sridhar shares invalu…

Learn about Amazon's 750,000+ robot fleet and the future of human-robot collaboration. I am joined by Tye Brady, Chief Technologist at Amazon Robotics, to explore how AI and robots are transforming e-commerce.Av Bernard Marr

Key Moments: Jeremy Kahn The history of AI: the Turing Test and the Eliza Effect with Jeremy Khan (1:50) Jeremy’s view on how we can learn from lessons of the past (9:00) It starts with data and people: leveraging AI to increase productivity (16:00) Sol Rashidi Sol Rashidi on failing to succeed in AI (31:00) The need for rogue executives (37:00) So…

Explore how artificial intelligence platforms revolutionized the Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024. From immersive fan experiences to Intel processors enabling 8K broadcasting and digital twins in event planning, and AI-powered accessibility features, discover the cutting-edge innovations that transformed the world's biggest sporting event. N…

In the 87th episode of the Pictures of Lily Podcast, we continue our new format where I share my experience about a specific interview from my 32-year archive. In this episode I revisit my first interview with Coldplay‘s Chris Martin on June 17, 2001, at the time of their debut album, Parachutes. Subscribe to the Pictures of Lily newsletter here fo…

Ready to meet your new AI coworker? Join me for a fascinating chat with Surojit Chatterjee, CEO of Ema, as we explore the game-changing world of universal AI employees! Discover how these digital dynamos are set to revolutionize everything from customer service to drug discovery. We'll unpack the tech behind the magic, tackle the tough questions ab…

Key Moments: The road to entrepreneurship (1:00) Bringing transparency to the prescription drugs industry (4:30) Analyzing in-game sports data to shoot for new heights (20:00) Changing the world by making data and AI accessible to everyone (25:00) How LLMs can build curiosity for the next generation of tech talent (33:00) Key Quotes: “As with all t…

Key Moments: Why is the data wrong? (6:00) Our products are our data (11:00) The true size of the data quality problem (14:00) Clean your data before you prioritize shiny new tools (26:00) The next frontier: GenAI and unstructured data (31:00) Key Quotes: “The data estate has changed significantly. But the way in which we manage data and data quali…

In the 86th episode of the Pictures of Lily Podcast, we continue our new format where I share my experience about a specific interview from my 32-year archive. In this episode I revisit my second interview with The Verve‘s Richard Ashcroft on May 20, 1995, at the time of their second album, A Northern Soul. To listen to the original Pictures of Lil…

Key Moments: Leveraging data for good (2:00) Every leader is responsible for data management (13:00) New metrics to validate AI’s sustainability (21:00) Mitigating AI’s risks to society (23:00) The current shape of global AI regulation (28:00) The importance of diversity in mitigating data bias (37:00) Key Quotes: “Every leader must understand that…

Key Moments: A journey from intern to CEO (05:10) Encouraging a harmonized relationship between humans and AI (09:58) Why embracing stress can drive urgency and effective change (17:18) Generative AI’s impact on the skills landscape (30:39) Fostering a data-driven company culture (36:41) Embrace change, and quickly (40:25) Key Quotes: “AI does amaz…

Explore the future of customer experience with Sam Richardson from Twilio as we discuss how AI, data, and the art of listening can revolutionize how businesses connect with and understand their customers.Av Bernard Marr

Discover how BCG is revolutionizing the consulting industry with AI. Join me and Vlad Lukic, Managing Director and Senior Partner, as we discuss the transformative power of generative AI in accelerating processes and driving deeper insights.Av Bernard Marr

In the 85th episode of the Pictures of Lily Podcast, we continue our new format where I share my experience about a specific interview from my 32-year archive. In this episode I revisit my first interview with Beth Gibbons of Portishead on February 22, 1995, at the time of the group touring North American is support of their debut album, Dummy. Sub…

Join us as we dive into the future of conversational AI with Paul Michelman, Editor-in-Chief at BCG, and Bill Moore from BCG Design Studios, discussing the creation and potential of Gene, BCG’s innovative conversational AI, and how it’s reshaping engagement and business processes.Av Bernard Marr

Key Moments: The emotional temperature for change in analytics (5:06) There’s no playbook for change management (7:53) Why Generative AI success requires a melding of expertise (17:20) Measuring the success of LLMs (18:58) How do you embrace the new when you’re facing technical debt? (33:27) How to fine-tune your career in today’s data and AI lands…

In my latest video podcast, I sit down with Rania Succar, GM of Intuit Mailchimp, to explore how generative AI is revolutionizing small business growth and marketing strategies. Discover the cutting-edge innovations that are empowering SMBs to achieve unprecedented success!Av Bernard Marr

In my latest video podcast, I dive into how MasterCard is revolutionizing the future of commerce with AI, featuring exclusive insights from Ed McLaughlin, President & CTO of MasterCard. Discover how they scale AI to enhance security, fight fraud, and personalize experiences globally.Av Bernard Marr

Join me for an insightful conversation with Kate Woolley, General Manager of IBM Ecosystem, as she reveals how IBM’s Partner Plus program is helping clients harness the power of AI through strategic partnerships. Discover how AI advancements like Watsonx are transforming industries with real-world examples and learn what's next for IBM's innovative…

Join us as we explore the cutting-edge world of FPGAi and how it is helping innovators create new AI solutions! Featuring insights from Sandra Rivera, CEO of Altera, Thomas Sohmers, CEO of Positron.ai, Tom Catalino, Co-Founder and Vice President, of Critical Link and Dr. Rania Hussein, Associate Teaching Professor, University of Washinton, this eve…

Key Moments: Leveraging Generative AI for work? Start by asking the right questions (04:13) What’s in store for the future world of work (18:18) How Generative AI can expand humans’ divergent thinking (26:16) Taking people and culture along the Generative AI journey (31:20) The value of diversity in data (42:00) A tale of mentorship (44:20) Key Quo…

Discover how IBM is revolutionizing the enterprise with generative AI. I am joined by Parul Mishra, VP of Product Management, to explore the transformative roles of digital labor in HR and beyond. From boosting HR efficiencies with practical applications to leveraging watsonX BI Assistant for powerful business analytics, learn how these innovations…

Discover how Sevilla FC is revolutionizing football scouting with GenAI, enhancing their recruitment strategies and decision-making processes. Join me as I speak with Elías Zamora Sillero, Chief Data Officer at Sevilla FC and Shobhit Varshney, Vice President and Sr. Partner at IBM Americas. For more on the key announcements and on-demand keynotes, …

In the 84th episode of the Pictures of Lily Podcast, we continue our new format where I share my experience about a specific interview from my 32-year archive. In this episode I revisit my first interview with Damon Albarn of Blur on March 18, 1997, at the time of the release of their self-titled album, Blur. Subscribe to the Pictures of Lily newsl…

Key Moments: The voyage to a data-driven US Coast Guard (5:21) Navigating data-driven approaches to US Coast Guard operations (20:28) Balancing experience-based decision making with data-informed decision making (25:34) In whose data do you trust? (30:10) Measuring the value of data (33:80) Should an AI ethicist be part of the team or should everyo…

Tune in to learn: Make your business strategy a data strategy (3:10) ‘Cover my back’ approaches (09:00) Straddling risks in data and business (11:28) Learnings from implementing myGPT (16:18) Activating your organization’s collective genius (24:05) Creating the right processes and culture to breed AI success (31:00) The current state of AI regulati…

Artificial Intelligence has a massive impact on cyber security. Join me and my guest Keiron Holyome, Vice President, AI Cyber Security UKI & Emerging Markets at BlackBerry as will explore the impact of AI on cybersecurity, look at the biggest cybersecurity trends and talk about how businesses can navigate these modern threats.…

People are only as healthy as the communities they live in. In this episode, discover how Elevance Health is reimagining the healthcare system, and strengthening our communities in the process with a data-driven strategy. Learn how Elevance Health leverages community data to paint a more complete picture of an individual’s health, making healthcare…

In the 83rd episode of the Pictures of Lily Podcast, we continue our new format where I share my experience about a specific interview from my 32-year archive. In this episode I revisit the one and only interview I conducted with Robert Smith of The Cure on September 25, 1997, at the time of the release of their second singles collection, Galore. S…

Learn how adopting agnostic AI could give your business a competitive edge in a fast-paced world, as I sit down with Kasia Borowska, MD of Brainpool AI, to discuss the benefits of flexibility, avoiding vendor lock-in, and harnessing open-source technologies. We also explore the challenges and opportunities in building AI-agnostic infrastructure, an…

In developed nations, corporations often rollup and eat independent mom and pop shops into big box retail or big .coms that centralize supply chains and logistics. Meanwhile, independent sellers are the backbone of emerging markets. But a collision is starting to occur and it’s happening fast. Big corporations want to bring the same strategy to the…

In the 82nd episode of the Pictures of Lily Podcast, we continue our new format where I share my experience about a specific interview from my 32-year archive. In this episode I revisit interviews I conducted with Johnny Marr and Bernard Sumner at the time of their third Electronic album, Twisted Tenderness being released in the US. The interviews …

Description: Cindi Howson is joined by Valerie A. Logan, CEO and founder of the DataLodge and Chief Strategy Officer at DATA SOCIETY GROUP, and Jason Beyer, Vice President of Data and Analytics at Bridgestone Americas. They delve into the vital concepts of data literacy and AI literacy, sharing their insights and experiences in fostering a data-dri…

I am joined by Luc Damman, President, EMEA at Adobe to talk Generative AI and digital transformation in customer experience, creation and marketing. We also cover what to expect from Adobe Summit 2024Av Bernard Marr

Description: In this episode, Chris Stephens, Field CTO at Appen, dives into how CDO’s are navigating the world of generative AI. From setting clear expectations to driving adoption within organizations, Chris and Cindi explore the challenges and opportunities in this evolving landscape. Chris shares Appen's innovative approach to integrating human…

Explore the crucial role of project management in successful business strategy execution. Joind me and Adam Boddison, Chief Executive of the Association for Project Management to discover why strategic plans often fail to materialize and how effective project management can bridge the gap between vision and reality. In this livestream interview, Bo…

In the 81st episode of the Pictures of Lily Podcast, we continue our new format where I share my experience about a specific interview from my 32-year archive. In this episode I revisit a 1997 interview I conducted with Daft Punk. It took place at Shelborne Hotel in South Beach, FL during the Winter Music Conference on March 24, 1997. Subscribe to …

Description: Michael Jordan once said that players win games, and teams win championships. In this episode, Cindi interviews Alfredo Colas, Senior Vice President of Data and Analytics at Procter & Gamble. Together, they explore the importance of fostering a data-driven culture and digital fluency, while delving into strategies for overcoming challe…

Giving ABC’s more meaning, in this episode of The Data Chief host Cindi Howson, engages in a captivating conversation with Nisha Paliwal, the managing VP of Enterprise Data Technology at Capital One. Nisha dives into her multifaceted role as a tech leader, visionary, and advocate for STEM education. The discussion traverses topics ranging from the …

In the 80th episode of the Pictures of Lily Podcast, we continue our new format where I share my experience about a specific interview from my 32-year archive. In this episode I revisit a 1995 interview I conducted with the Noel Gallagher. It look place at Shutters on the Beach in Santa Monica, CA on December 5, 1995. To read the full interview, su…

On this episode of The Data Chief, Katie Russell, Data Director at OVO Energy shares OVO’s transformative journey to become a sustainable energy leader, emphasizing the shift to Google Cloud Platform and a data mesh strategy. The discussion covers OVO's innovative use of generative AI, measuring success through customer savings, and the ongoing cha…