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The AI in Business Podcast

Daniel Faggella

The AI in Business Podcast is for non-technical business leaders who need to find AI opportunities, align AI capabilities with strategy, and deliver ROI. Each week, Emerj research staff and journalists interview top AI executives from Fortune 2000 firms and unicorn startups - uncovering trends, use-cases, and best practices for practical AI adoption. Visit our advertising page to learn more about reaching our executive audience of Fortune 2000 AI adopters: https://emerj.com/advertise

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43:03

Understanding AGI Alignment Challenges and Solutions...

The AI in Business Podcast ·

2025/01/25

Today’s episode is a special addition to our AI Futures series, featuring a special sneak peek at an upcoming episode of our Trajectory podcast with guest Eliezer Yudkowsky, AI researcher, founder, and research fellow at the Machine Intelligence Research Institute. Eliezer joins Emerj CEO and Head of Research Daniel Faggella to discuss the governance challenges of increasingly powerful AI systems—and what it might take to ensure a safe and beneficial trajectory for humanity. If you’ve enjoyed or

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20:54

Driving Automation Throughout Insurance, from a...

The AI in Business Podcast ·

2025/01/22

Today’s guest is Tim Nguyen, CEO of Cloud Insurance. Cloud Insurance is a seamless and user-friendly SaaS solution made by insurance experts for insurance companies, MGAs, agents, and brokers since 2016. Tim joins the podcast to discuss the critical challenges and opportunities facing SaaS insurance leaders in their digital transformation efforts. From legacy systems and technical debt to improving customer experience, Tim emphasizes the need for insurance companies to prioritize customer-focused

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21:16

AI Regulation and Risk Management in 2024 - with...

The AI in Business Podcast ·

2025/01/21

Today’s guest is Michael Berger, Head of Insure AI at Munich Re. Michael returns to the Emerj podcast platform to discuss the evolving landscape of AI risk management and governance. Since his last appearance in 2022, generative AI has shifted from niche discussions to widespread adoption, bringing both opportunities and challenges. Throughout today’s episode, Michael explores how enterprises are moving beyond the hype cycle, adopting a more grounded perspective on AI capabilities and risks. He

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26:54

Driving Procurement Efficiencies for Oil & Gas - with...

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2025/01/14

Today’s guest is Faraz Shahid, Supply Chain Center of Excellence Lead at Cheniere Energy. Cheniere Energy is an American liquefied natural gas company headquartered in Houston, Texas. From automation to predictive AI, Faraz shares his perspective on how technology is reshaping procurement processes to drive efficiency and address industry challenges. Throughout the episode, Faraz highlights the unique hurdles faced by the LNG sector, including workforce shortages, data management complexities, and

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19:39

The Future of Customer Support in Agentic and...

The AI in Business Podcast ·

2025/01/13

Today’s guest is Alex Khoroshchak, CEO of CoSupport AI. CoSupport AI makes an AI-driven platform that transforms how businesses approach customer support, from automating interactions with customers and prospects to driving business intelligence for large tech and retail organizations. Alex joins us on today’s podcast to explore the transformative power of AI in customer support and the emerging frontier of agentic systems. As call centers and customer service divisions become pivotal hubs for

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16:21

Sustainable Supply Chains in O&G with AI - with...

The AI in Business Podcast ·

2025/01/09

Today’s guest is Salamatu Mahamadu, Global Procurement and Sourcing Leader for Wells Completion & Interventions at Baker Hughes. Salamatu joins the podcast to discuss the evolving supply chain landscape in the oil and gas industry. With a focus on green energy transitions, Salamatu highlights the critical role of supply chains in meeting ambitious carbon reduction targets and addressing challenges like supplier innovation, regulatory compliance, and cybersecurity. The conversation also explores how

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15:14

Driving Disease Risk Prediction and Preventative...

The AI in Business Podcast ·

2025/01/07

Today’s guest is Dan Elton, Staff Scientist at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Dan returns to explore the transformative role of AI in healthcare. In his new role, Dan shares how his work at NIH focuses on integrating diverse datasets—including genetics, electronic health records (EHR), and imaging—to advance disease risk prediction and personalized medicine. He sheds light on NIH’s efforts to create integrated data platforms,

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27:44

How Cloud Computing and AI are Shaping Life Sciences...

The AI in Business Podcast ·

2024/12/31

Today’s guest is Pranav Joshi. Pranav joins us on today’s episode to explore the transformative intersection of technology, AI, and infrastructure in the life sciences industry. With insights drawn from years of experience, Pranav provides a unique perspective on how advancements in cloud technologies, endpoint storage, and AI are revolutionizing the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors. 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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21:53

AI Governance and Strategy for Long-Term Impact -...

The AI in Business Podcast ·

2024/12/24

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,

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38:33

AI Futures: How to Govern AGI - with Virginia Dignum...

The AI in Business Podcast ·

2024/12/21

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

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20:26

ROI for Manufacturing Procurement AI in Business...

The AI in Business Podcast ·

2024/12/19

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

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27:35

Overcoming Regulatory Hurdles in Healthcare...

The AI in Business Podcast ·

2024/12/18

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

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19:25

AI’s Role in Fraud and Credit Risk - with Shrimanth...

The AI in Business Podcast ·

2024/12/18

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

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19:15

AI for Personalizing Sports Event Experiences for...

The AI in Business Podcast ·

2024/12/17

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

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38:18

AI Futures: AGI That Saves Room for Us - with Nick...

The AI in Business Podcast ·

2024/12/14

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

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24:46

Preparing the Life Sciences Workforce for Agentic...

The AI in Business Podcast ·

2024/12/13

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

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25:08

Leveraging AI for Better Insurance Outcomes From Risk...

The AI in Business Podcast ·

2024/12/10

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

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19:37

Driving Software Development Efficiencies in...

The AI in Business Podcast ·

2024/12/06

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

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18:16

Northwestern Mutual’s Cloud Adoption Journey - with...

The AI in Business Podcast ·

2024/12/05

Today’s guest is Ahmed Azam, Head of Infrastructure and Cloud Services at Northwestern Mutual. Ahmed joins Emerj Senior Editor Matthew DeMello to explore the organization’s transformative journey in adopting cloud technology. With roots tracing back to 1857, Northwestern Mutual has continuously evolved, leveraging technological advancements to maintain a competitive edge. Ahmed shares insightful stories about the company’s pioneering history, including its early adoption of mainframe computing and

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21:55

Digitalization of Procurement and Supply Chain...

The AI in Business Podcast ·

2024/12/03

Today’s guest is Vickram Srivastava, Head of North American Supply Chain at SUN Pharma. SUN Pharma is a global pharmaceutical corporation based in Mumbai, India. The company produces and distributes pharmaceutical formulations and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) to over 100 countries worldwide. Vickram joins us on today’s program to share his expertise on the critical challenges facing the sector, particularly in the wake of global disruptions and increasing regulatory demands. This episode

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