The Alldus Podcast - AI in Action

Alldus International

The AI in Action series of The Alldus Podcast breaks down the hype and explores the impact that Data Science, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence are making on our everyday lives. Powered by Alldus International, the premium AI Workforce Solutions, our goal is to share with you the insights of technologists and data science enthusiasts to showcase the excellent work that is being done within AI across the world.

  1. Cybersecurity Series E18: 'Cybersecurity Leadership and Industry Evolution' with SkySpecs' Geraldine Powderly

    4D AGO

    Cybersecurity Series E18: 'Cybersecurity Leadership and Industry Evolution' with SkySpecs' Geraldine Powderly

    Today's guest is Geraldine Powderly, CISO and VP at SkySpecs. Founded in 2012, SkySpecs is transforming how renewable energy assets are managed. Its platform combines autonomous drone inspections, advanced analytics and financial intelligence to deliver unified insights across the asset lifecycle. Serving wind and solar operators worldwide, SkySpecs helps organizations maximize performance, reduce downtime and optimize maintenance decisions through data-driven asset management and AI-powered solutions. Geraldine leads enterprise cybersecurity and IT strategy at SkySpecs, aligning cyber risk, AI governance and business growth across a global, multi-product organization. She has built and scaled risk-based security programs, embedded governance aligned to ISO 42001, and elevated maturity across SOC 2 and ISO 27001. A trusted executive advisor, Geraldine brings over two decades of leadership experience, including fintech CISO roles. She is also a recognized voice on AI risk, cyber resilience and security-driven innovation. In the episode, Geraldine discusses: Her career journey from software to cybersecurity leadership Her passion for mentoring women in male-dominated fields Why women’s technical contributions are often unknowingly underestimated Encouraging women to embrace opportunities despite self-doubt The importance of managing AI in cybersecurity through basics As AI adds complexity, the basics still matter The need for documenting decisions amid rapidly evolving AI risks Staying current by training her entire team in AI literacy Educating herself with conferences, webinars and peer stories To find out more about all the great work happening at SkySpecs, check out the website www.skyspecs.com

    28 min
  2. Cybersecurity Series E17: 'Cyber Strategies and Leadership' with CIE's Jane Corr

    MAR 23

    Cybersecurity Series E17: 'Cyber Strategies and Leadership' with CIE's Jane Corr

    Today's guest is Jane Corr, Head of Cyber Security at CIE (Córas Iompair Éireann). Founded in 1945, CIE is Ireland’s state-owned public transport group, providing rail and bus services nationwide through its operating companies Iarnród Éireann, Dublin Bus and Bus Éireann. Headquartered in Dublin, the group plays a central role in connecting communities, supporting economic activity and delivering sustainable mobility, carrying hundreds of millions of passenger journeys across Ireland each year. Jane is an accomplished Information Security and IT leader with a proven track record of building high-performing teams and delivering results. Known for her “can-do” attitude and strong customer focus, Jane brings a structured approach to solving complex challenges. Her expertise spans information security, technology risk, programme delivery, IT operations and data centre management within large organisations. She is also highly experienced in presenting to Boards and executive leadership. In the episode, Jane discusses: 0:00 Her journey from Infrastructure leader to cybersecurity 2:55 Why cyber leaders must communicate concisely and confidently 5:36 Her broad CSO role including AI, regulation, talent and influence 7:14 Advice to start with strategy, align people, roadmap and governance 8:55 The need to embed cyber as accessible service, balance risk and compliance 11:52 How cyber is maturing toward measurable, compliance-driven continuous improvement To find out more about all the great work happening at CIE (Córas Iompair Éireann), check out the website www.cie.ie.

    15 min
  3. ServiceNow Series E216: 'Building a Winning ServiceNow Strategy' with Crossfuze's David Shake

    MAR 16

    ServiceNow Series E216: 'Building a Winning ServiceNow Strategy' with Crossfuze's David Shake

    Today's guest is David Shake, Director, ServiceNow PMO - North America at Crossfuze. Founded in 2000, Crossfuze is a global consulting and services firm specializing in the ServiceNow platform. As a 2025 ServiceNow Partner of the Year, Crossfuze helps organizations accelerate digital transformation through advisory, implementation and managed services. The company focuses on optimizing workflows, improving service delivery and enabling customers to maximize the value of their ServiceNow investments. David is a focused and innovative professional with strong leadership, management, and communication skills. He excels in balancing competing priorities while building collaborative teams and strong client relationships. As a Client Lead at Crossfuze, David directs complex projects involving process and system design, resource management, and global service delivery. Passionate about customer success, David leverages his ServiceNow expertise to deliver operational excellence and help clients achieve their business goals. In the episode, David talks about: 0:00 His journey from Xerox sales intern to service delivery leader 5:47 Crossfuze as an elite ServiceNow partner offering implementations and support 6:59 Delivering ServiceNow reveals gaps between vision and reality 10:13 The need to be honest, realistic and solution-focused in implementations 13:45 Seeing growing demand in SecOps and risk management 16:00 How Crossfuze’s small size cultivates a collaborative, expert-driven culture 18:14 Why Crossfuze’s reputation and expert breadth drive industry differentiation To find out more about all the great work happening at Crossfuze, check out the website www.crossfuze.com

    23 min
  4. Cyber Series E16: 'Cyber Safety and Culture of Accountability' with State Street's Emmanuel Ranchin

    MAR 9

    Cyber Series E16: 'Cyber Safety and Culture of Accountability' with State Street's Emmanuel Ranchin

    Today's guest is Emmanuel Ranchin, VP Global Cyber Security Fusion at State Street. Founded in 1792, State Street are a global leader across investment servicing, markets and financing and investment management. With 11.5% of the world’s financial assets flowing through their doors every day, they are a trusted partner to institutional investors and a vital part of the global economy. Together with their clients, State Street help create better outcomes for the world’s investors and the people they serve. Emanuel is an accomplished Programme Manager with strong analytical, problem-solving and IT skills, built on a foundation in Chemical Engineering and extensive experience in the Financial Services industry. A results-driven team leader with excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, Emanuel is highly committed, approachable and adaptable leader who consistently delivers successful outcomes. In the episode, Emmanuel discusses: 0:00 His journey from engineering to leading cybersecurity governance in banking 5:30 Why Cybersecurity needs accountability, culture and business partnership 9:28 How Cyber hygiene culture extends beyond work into daily life 11:56 His advice to stay curious, be open-minded and keep learning to stay relevant 15:32 Why clear communication, emotional intelligence and simplifying complexity drive success 18:47 Effective communication requires time, cultural awareness, feedback and adaptation 22:39 The need to build trust, model behavior, embrace feedback, balance risk and enable AI 24:32 Innovation requires curiosity, culture change, clear goals and empowered thinking To find out more about all the great work happening at State Street, check out the website www.statestreet.com

    28 min
  5. E560 'Leveraging AI to Redefine Healthcare Pricing' with Superscript's Rahul Naidoo

    MAR 2

    E560 'Leveraging AI to Redefine Healthcare Pricing' with Superscript's Rahul Naidoo

    Today's guest is Rahul Naidoo, Co-Founder and CEO at Superscript. Founded in 2021, Superscript is a New York–based healthcare technology company modernizing how people access and pay for medical services. By introducing transparent, upfront pricing and streamlined digital purchasing tools, Superscript makes healthcare more like e-commerce - clear, simple and consumer-friendly. Its platform empowers patients with greater choice, clarity and control, eliminating surprise bills and redefining the healthcare experience. Rahul is a technology entrepreneur passionate about transforming complex systems into simple, user-centered experiences. Originally from South Africa, he earned a degree in Computer Science from Harvard University and gained experience in digital product development and strategy at several tech ventures before founding Superscript. Under his leadership, Superscript has pioneered a novel healthcare pricing protocol, partnered with hundreds of providers, and is redefining how patients navigate and pay for care. In the episode, Rahul talks about: 0:00 His journey from tech-savvy roots to co-founding a health tech startup 2:15 Building Superscript with a philosophy to fix healthcare inefficiency 6:04 How college friends turned idea into Superscript with Mark Cuban’s backing 10:27 Why AI should remove admin burdens, not replace humans in healthcare 16:55 Superscript’s culture of perseverance, optimism and problem-solving resilience 20:13 Reimagining pricing from creating real, upfront healthcare prices from scratch 23:35 The journey building seamless healthcare tech 27:42 How Superscript cultivates growth, excellence and purpose-driven work To find out more about all the great work happening at Superscript, check out the website www.superscript.nyc

    31 min
  6. ServiceNow Series E215: 'Navigating the Complexities of ServiceNow' with Activision Blizzard's Amber Robertson

    FEB 23

    ServiceNow Series E215: 'Navigating the Complexities of ServiceNow' with Activision Blizzard's Amber Robertson

    Today's guest is Amber Robertson, Senior Manager, Application Services (ServiceNow) at Activision Blizzard. Founded in 2008, Activision Blizzard is a global leader in interactive entertainment, creating epic experiences across console, PC and mobile. Home to iconic franchises like Call of Duty®, World of Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo® and Candy Crush™, the company builds vibrant communities, pushes innovation in gaming and esports, and connects players worldwide through immersive, memorable experiences. Amber is a senior technology leader with 20 years’ experience building and operating enterprise service platforms in complex global environments. She currently leads the ServiceNow platform across Activision Blizzard, Blizzard Entertainment and King, focusing on scalable strategy, service delivery excellence, and user-centered design. She partners with cross-functional teams to modernize service experiences, establish governance, responsibly leverage AI and create intuitive, human-centered platforms. In the episode, Amber talks about: 0:00 Career journey from fine art to IT, building service desks and ServiceNow 5:20 Leading ServiceNow consolidation across Activision Blizzard and King 9:25 Expanding ServiceNow with HR, legal, events and finance tools company-wide 10:47 How ServiceNow became the self-sufficient, gamified hub for company workflows 13:24 Currently scaling ServiceNow with Employee Center, AI and lifecycle management 15:45 Leading ServiceNow with two engineers plus long-term vendor support 16:56 Staying at Activision Blizzard for supportive, positive work environment 18:43 ServiceNow work remains project-based, relying on consultants for support 20:31 How the company supports side projects, letting her create art and ServiceNow apps

    23 min
  7. ServiceNow Series E214: 'Maximizing IT Efficiency with ServiceNow' with MultiCare Health System's Laurie Wheeler

    FEB 16

    ServiceNow Series E214: 'Maximizing IT Efficiency with ServiceNow' with MultiCare Health System's Laurie Wheeler

    Today's guest is Laurie Wheeler, Chief Operating Officer – IS&T at MultiCare Health System. Founded in 1882, MultiCare is a locally governed, nonprofit health system serving communities across the Pacific Northwest. Today, it operates 13 hospitals and more than 300 primary, urgent, paediatric and specialty care locations in Washington, Idaho and Oregon. With over 20,000 team members, MultiCare remains dedicated to improving health, expanding access to care and supporting the wellbeing of the communities it serves. Laurie is an accomplished executive leader with more than 20 years of experience driving strategy and delivering results. She is known for turning vision into action through collaboration and strong partnerships, and for successfully advancing complex initiatives within matrixed organizations. Recognized as a decisive executor, Laurie effectively aligns executive teams and C-suite stakeholders across functions - including Finance, Legal, HR, IT and Clinical - to achieve critical organizational objectives. In the episode, Laurie talks about: 0:00 An insight into her 25+ year career working in Healthcare and IT 2:35 MultiCare’s offerings with 13 hospitals, 300+ clinics and full healthcare services 3:23 Her role in IT culture, processes and optimizing the ServiceNow platform 4:57 Building a robust knowledge base to optimize ServiceNow 6:48 Focus on automation, ROI, and scalable IT support systems 9:06 How they successfully integrated Overlake Hospital’s service desk into ServiceNow 11:14 Excitement to expand ServiceNow, automate processes and scale efficiently 13:24 How strong governance and structured roadmap ensure successful ServiceNow outcomes To find out more about all the great work happening at MultiCare Health System, check out the website www.multicare.org

    17 min
  8. ServiceNow Series E213: 'Navigating AI in Financial Services: Risk and Compliance' with ServiceNow’s Alan Paris

    FEB 9

    ServiceNow Series E213: 'Navigating AI in Financial Services: Risk and Compliance' with ServiceNow’s Alan Paris

    Today's guest is Alan Paris, Global Head Financial Services Risk & Compliance Enterprise Architecture, Field CTO, Customer Success Executive at ServiceNow. Alan is a global leader in risk management, compliance and financial services transformation, with extensive experience driving business strategy, product innovation and multi-million-dollar growth. He has led 1,000+ person teams across operations, technology and consulting, delivering transformative change through digitization, AI and regulatory technology solutions. At ServiceNow, Alan has held several leadership roles, driving $400 million in portfolio growth and $100 million in annual contract value across global accounts. He develops enterprise platform strategies, AI-driven solutions and transformative implementations while mentoring teams and guiding organizations in regulatory compliance and risk management. An award-winning thought leader, Alan has published over 60 articles, spoken at major conferences and advised top financial institutions worldwide. In the episode, Alan talks about: 0:00 From Financial services technologist to helping clients realize ServiceNow value 2:12 Seeing ServiceNow evolve into a global AI-driven enterprise platform 4:58 How ServiceNow automates risk, AI enhances efficiency and productivity 7:31 Why clean, well-managed data enables successful AI implementation results 11:18 How ServiceNow leverages AI to transform workflows and operations 15:34 How top innovators align AI with business strategy, enabling transformation 17: 55 Advice to always keep learning, embrace change and apply AI wisely 20:47 Why ServiceNow is the leading 21st-century AI-enabled enterprise platform

    24 min
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The AI in Action series of The Alldus Podcast breaks down the hype and explores the impact that Data Science, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence are making on our everyday lives. Powered by Alldus International, the premium AI Workforce Solutions, our goal is to share with you the insights of technologists and data science enthusiasts to showcase the excellent work that is being done within AI across the world.

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