The AI in Business Podcast

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The AI in Business Podcast

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 Artificial Intelligence Research CEO Daniel Faggella interviews top AI executives from Fortune 500 firms and unicorn startups - to uncover trends, use-cases, and best practices for practical AI adoption. Subscribe to Emerj's weekly AI newsletter by downloading our "Beginning with AI" PDF guide: https://emerj.com/beg1

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    Navigating the Future of Financial Risk Management - with Patrick Simonnet of Bank of China

    Today’s guest is Patrick Simonnet, Chief Audit Executive for Bank of China’s US operations. Patrick joins us on today’s show to explore the evolving landscape of financial risk management. As technology reshapes the financial sector, Patrick shares practical use cases of generative AI in audit workflows and cybersecurity, touching on how these technologies assist financial institutions in staying ahead of increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks. His conversation with Emerj Senior Editor Matthew DeMello also covers the long-term future of audit, emphasizing the importance of merging data science skills with traditional audit practices. This episode is sponsored by MindBridge. Learn how brands work with Emerj and other Emerj Media options at emerj.com/ad1.

    23 min

  2. 4 DAYS AGO

    New Challenges in Fraud Prevention for Retail and eCommerce - with Joe Gelman of Riskified

    Today’s guest is Joe Gelman, Platform Marketing Manager at Riskified. Riskified is a publicly traded SaaS company that specializes in fraud and chargeback prevention. Joe joins us to talk about the evolving landscape of fraud prevention for retail and eCommerce. As the holiday season approaches, with forecasts projecting $240 billion in U.S. online shopping, merchants face increasing challenges balancing customer-friendly policies with the risk of policy abuse and sophisticated fraud schemes. Joe explains how the pandemic reshaped consumer behavior, normalizing liberal return policies but also creating opportunities for fraud. He highlights how policy abuse—such as repeat returns or fake claims—differs from more organized fraud operations manipulating shipping systems or repackaging defective products. This episode is sponsored by Riskified. Learn how brands work with Emerj and other Emerj Media options at emerj.com/ad1.

    20 min

  3. 5 DAYS AGO

    Winning Buy-In for Responsible AI Projects - with Juan Lavista Ferres of Microsoft

    Today’s guest is Juan Ferres, Corporate Vice President and Chief Data Scientist at Microsoft. Juan returns to the program to explore how to win buy-in for sustainable AI projects. As a leader in the AI4G Lab and author of the new book AI for Good, Juan shares insights on navigating complex digital transformations, particularly when it comes to initiatives where the return on investment is philosophical rather than immediately measurable. Throughout the episode, Juan and Emerj Senior Editor Matthew DeMello discuss the challenges of managing up and driving forward AI innovations that aim to benefit society as a whole. If you’re interested in unlocking our AI best practice guides, frameworks for AI ROI, and specific resources for AI leaders, visit emerj.com/p1.

    16 min

  4. 30 OCT

    Data-Driven Decision-Making for Global Supply Chains and Procurement - with Luke van der Waals of SLB

    Today’s guest is Luke van der Waals, Demand-to-Deliver Value Stream Owner at SLB. SLB is a global technology company driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. They are the largest offshore drilling company by revenue as of 2022 and were ranked 349th largest company globally by the Forbes Global 2000 list that same year. Luke joins us on today’s show to explore the evolving complexities of global supply chains and procurement. He shares insights on the challenges of maintaining resilience amid geopolitical tensions, inflation, and post-pandemic disruptions—especially in the energy sector. Luke also offers a candid look at how global conflicts amplify supply chain risks and emphasizes the importance of balancing local sourcing with global constraints to control costs and ensure seamless operations. This episode is sponsored by Arkestro. Learn how brands work with Emerj and other Emerj Media options at emerj.com/ad1.

    21 min

  5. 29 OCT

    CX Challenges Across eCommerce and Retail Spaces - with Chloe Rice of Shutterstock

    Today’s guest is Chloe Rice, Director of Global Customer Experience at Shutterstock. Shutterstock is a New York-based provider of stock photography, stock footage, stock music, and editing tools with a library of nearly 200 million royalty-free stock photos. Chloe joins us to explore the rapidly changing landscape of media and the role AI plays in shaping customer interactions. Throughout the episode, Chloe shares her insights on the emerging trends in customer experience, from the ethical use of AI to building transparent policies that ensure authenticity across all content channels. To access Emerj’s frameworks for AI readiness, ROI, and strategy, visit Emerj Plus at emerj.com/p1.

    13 min

  6. 22 OCT

    Winning Executive Buy-In For Scaling AI in Insurance - with Ermir Qeli of Swiss Re

    Today’s guest is Ermir Qeli, Head of Data Science in AI at Swiss Re. Ermir returns to the program to discuss strategies for gaining executive buy-in and scaling AI within the insurance industry. Throughout the discussion, Ermir highlights the role of data infrastructure, particularly for legacy institutions, in ensuring that data is clean, structured, and distributed effectively across the enterprise. He also delves into how change management is crucial for driving AI adoption, emphasizing the need for collaboration from day one, upskilling teams, and building trust in the technology from the beginning. Download our PDF brief “AI in Insurance: Executive Cheat Sheet” at emerj.com/ins1.

    15 min

  7. 15 OCT

    Navigating Global Procurement Challenges in Shipping – with Paulo Ruy of A.P. Moller - Maersk

    Today’s guest is Paulo Ruy, Head of Terminal Procurement for Latin America at A.P. Moeller-Maersk. A.P. Møller–Maersk, a Danish shipping and logistics company with over 100 years of history, is a publicly traded family business. In 2023, the company generated $51.1 billion USD in revenue and was ranked by Forbes as the 174th largest public company globally. Paulo joins host Matthew DeMello to explore the complexities of global shipping and procurement. Their conversation provides critical insights into how geopolitical conflicts, such as the Ukraine war and Red Sea challenges, are impacting global supply chains and contributing to inflation. Throughout the episode, Paulo discusses the need for flexibility in contract negotiations and the ongoing shift in shipping routes. To discover more AI use cases, best practice guides, white papers, frameworks, and more, join Emerj Plus at emerj.com/p1.

    18 min

  8. 11 OCT

    Driving Cybersecurity Workflows with AI-Enhanced Software Development - with Frédéric Rivain of Dashlane

    Today’s guest is Frédéric Rivain, CTO of Dashlane. Dashlane is a password manager and digital wallet app, available through subscription, designed for macOS, Windows, iOS, and Android platforms. Frédéric joins Emerj Senior Editor Matthew DeMello on the program today to examine trends in how AI is reshaping the cybersecurity landscape, presenting both significant risks and opportunities for enterprises. As AI tools become more sophisticated, they are changing the dynamics of cybersecurity — from automating complex attacks to enhancing defense strategies. This episode is sponsored by Pieces. To learn more about Emerj Media and how to reach the Emerj audience, visit emerj.com/ad1.

    16 min
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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 Artificial Intelligence Research CEO Daniel Faggella interviews top AI executives from Fortune 500 firms and unicorn startups - to uncover trends, use-cases, and best practices for practical AI adoption. Subscribe to Emerj's weekly AI newsletter by downloading our "Beginning with AI" PDF guide: https://emerj.com/beg1

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  • Creator
    Daniel Faggella
  • Years Active
    2013 - 2024
  • Episodes
    873
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Daniel Faggella, 2014
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