CXOTalk

Michael Krigsman

LIVE, unfiltered conversations on AI and related topics with senior business and technology leaders from the world's largest companies. We invite you to participate in these live discussions and ask your questions to the guests. Subscribe to the CXOTalk newsletter to receive notifications about upcoming live shows: https://www.cxotalk.com/subscribe. Hosted by well-known industry analyst Michael Krigsman.

  1. CIO Advice on AI: How Chief Information Officers Can Lead in 2025 | CXOTalk #898

    OCT 21

    CIO Advice on AI: How Chief Information Officers Can Lead in 2025 | CXOTalk #898

    Is your organization stuck in AI pilot purgatory? CIO strategic advisor Tim Crawford reveals how enterprise AI is fundamentally transforming the CIO role, and why the decisions you make today will determine which IT leaders succeed tomorrow.=======Please support our sponsor Emeritus: Explore executive education programs from Emeritus, in collaboration with top universities: https://cxotalk.partner.emeritus.org/=======In CXOTalk episode 898, Tim breaks down the massive multi-dimensional impact AI is having on CIOs: from daily operations and decision-making to board-level relationships and business transformation. You'll discover why efficiency gains are just the beginning, and how strategic CIOs are leveraging AI to drive real business outcomes—not just run technology projects.🔗 RESOURCES:🔷 Show notes and resources: https://www.cxotalk.com/episode/the-cios-new-mandate-enterprise-ai🔷 Newsletter: www.cxotalk.com/subscribe🔷 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cxotalk🔷 Twitter: twitter.com/cxotalk🎯 KEY TAKEAWAYS:- How AI is changing the CIO's day-to-day responsibilities and strategic influence- Why 75% of AI projects fail to prove ROI (and how to avoid this trap)- The critical difference between efficiency plays and transformational innovation- Why change management is now the CIO's #1 responsibility for AI success- The truth about Chief AI Officer roles vs. strategic CIO positioning- How to escape AI pilot purgatory and achieve measurable business outcomes⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:00:00 🤖 The Role of AI in Transforming the CIO's Responsibilities05:40 🚀 Overcoming AI Pilot Purgatory and Achieving Business Outcomes11:20 🌐 Navigating the AI Hype and Embracing Innovation12:21 🤖 Adapting Business Operations for AI Integration13:20 📊 Measuring AI Value and Business Outcomes22:35 🔒 Security and Governance in AI Implementation24:07 🤖 Challenges in AI Governance and Data Management26:03 💼 AI's Impact on Business Processes and Workforce28:58 🌍 Sustainability, Partnerships, and AI Proof of Concept Challenges35:16 ⚖️ Balancing Business Objectives and AI Project Success38:39 🤝 The Importance of Relationships and Process Understanding43:56 🤖 AI Ownership, Decision-Making, and Vendor Relationships46:26 🤝 Strategic Use of External Partners in Organizations49:33 🤖 The Role of AI in the C-Suite51:16 📅 Closing Remarks and Upcoming Events💡 ABOUT CXOTALK:CXOTalk connects you with the world's most innovative business leaders, senior executives, and experts sharing insights on AI, digital transformation, leadership, and innovation. Every episode brings you actionable strategies from those leading change in their organizations.#CIO #ArtificialIntelligence #AITransformation #DigitalTransformation #ITLeadership #BusinessStrategy #EnterpriseAI #TechnologyLeadership #CXOTalk #ExecutiveLeadership #AIStrategy #ChangeManagement #Innovation #BusinessOutcomes👍 If you found this valuable, please LIKE and SHARE with your network.

    53 min
  2. What is Google's Agentic AI Strategy? (Explained by Google Cloud's CTO) | CXOTalk #897

    OCT 17

    What is Google's Agentic AI Strategy? (Explained by Google Cloud's CTO) | CXOTalk #897

    Please support our sponsor Emeritus: Explore executive education programs from Emeritus, in collaboration with top universities: https://cxotalk.partner.emeritus.org/ ======= Will Grannis, Chief Technology Officer of Google Cloud, explains Google's vision for agentic AI and multimodel LLMs, including these key topics on CXOTalk #897: -- The latest AI news from Google -- Why "AI as judge" determines whether your agent deployment scales or stalls -- How regulated industries have an unexpected advantage in agent adoption -- The hidden organizational rules that break agent workflows -- Why generic AI models alone provide zero competitive differentiation -- How multimodal AI changes customer support from chat to visual problem-solving -- The evaluation architecture behind successful agent deployments -- Why CEOs must participate directly in AI experimentation 🔷 Show notes and resources: https://www.cxotalk.com/episode/google-clouds-cto-inside-the-ai-strategy 🔷 Newsletter: www.cxotalk.com/subscribe 🔷 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cxotalk 🔷 Twitter: twitter.com/cxotalk #agenticai #cxotalk #googlecloud Chapters: 00:00 🤖 Google's AI Strategy and Agent Development 04:07 🌐 Gemini Enterprise: Google's Unified AI Platform 08:21 📈 Best Practices for Agent Deployment and Future Trends 11:25 📡 Modernizing Customer Support with Multimodal Experiences 13:24 🤖 AI as a Judge: Evaluating and Automating Decision Processes 16:55 🔧 Continuous Improvement Through Small Adjustments 17:15 🤖 The Evolution and Challenges of AI Agents 18:57 🛠️ Task-Specific vs. Role-Based AI Agents 25:00 🏢 Organizational Challenges in AI Agent Implementation 28:58 🤖 Customizing AI for Industry-Specific Applications 31:20 🌐 Practical AI Integration for Businesses and Public Services 38:24 🚀 Challenges and Success Factors in AI Deployment 41:27 🤝 The Role of Leaders in AI Adoption 43:25 🌌 Multimodal AI and NanoBanana 45:17 🔮 Practical AI Development and Future Trends

    50 min
  3. Top Data Scientists Explain Bad Data, Poisoned Datasets, and Other AI Killers | CXOTalk #896

    OCT 9

    Top Data Scientists Explain Bad Data, Poisoned Datasets, and Other AI Killers | CXOTalk #896

    Is your AI built on quicksand? Learn how bad data, poisoned datasets, and deep fakes threaten your AI systems, and what to do about it. In this episode of CXOTalk (#896), AI luminaries Dr. David Bray and Dr. Anthony Scriffignano reveal the hidden dangers lurking in your AI foundations. They share practical strategies for building trustworthy AI systems and escaping the "AI quicksand" that traps countless organizations. 🎯 KEY TAKEAWAYS: The Five Ms framework for identifying AI failures before they scaleWhy red teams are essential for AI risk managementHow nation-states are actively poisoning AI training dataCritical questions every leader must ask about their AI initiativesThe future of specialized AI models vs. mega LLMs 🔷 Show notes and resources: https://www.cxotalk.com/episode/escape-ai-quicksand-data-misuse-misadventures-and-mal-intent 🔷 Newsletter: www.cxotalk.com/subscribe 🔷 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cxotalk 🔷 Twitter: twitter.com/cxotalk 00:00 🤖 Understanding AI Quicksand and the Challenges of Data 02:16 ⚠️ The Five Ms of AI Risks and Practical Examples 07:12 💡 The Disconnect in AI Adoption and the Importance of Purpose 09:46 🤖 The Challenges and Risks of Generative AI 14:28 ⚖️ Ethical and Intellectual Property Concerns in AI 16:30 🛡️ Responsibility and Oversight in Ethical AI 20:22 ⚖️ Liability and Critical Thinking in AI Services 22:12 📜 AI Regulation and Consumer Advocacy 25:55 🤖 Future Directions in AI Development 30:59 🤖 Exploring AI's Potential and Limitations 33:03 🧪 Data Poisoning and Its Implications 40:07 ⚠️ Addressing AI Risks and Perception of Reality 41:38 📊 The Evolution of Data Analysis and Critical Thinking 44:36 🧠 Teaching Critical Thinking and AI Critique 46:36 🤖 Embodied AI, Data Misuse, and Global AI Perspectives 50:57 🤖 The Evolution of Work and AI's Role 52:59 🌟 AI's Positive Impact on Healthcare and Society 56:23 🌈 Hope and Resilience in the Age of AI #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #DataScience #AIEthics #MachineLearning #DataPoisoning #GenerativeAI #EnterpriseAI #AIStrategy #DigitalTransformation #CyberSecurity #AIRegulation #FutureOfWork #TechLeadership #CXOTalk

    1 hr
  4. Former Accenture Tech CEO Reveals Top AI Mistakes to Avoid | CXOTalk #895

    SEP 26

    Former Accenture Tech CEO Reveals Top AI Mistakes to Avoid | CXOTalk #895

    AI luminary and former Group CEO of Technology at Accenture, author Paul Daugherty, offers a hard-hitting take on enterprise AI and consumer-grade artificial intelligence on CXOTalk episode 895. He examines what's working, where companies stall with their AI transformation, and what new technology trends leaders should monitor. Peer into the future of AI and see the importance of responsible AI development. 🔷 Show notes and resources: https://www.cxotalk.com/episode/ai-reality-check-what-works-and-whats-new 🔷 Newsletter: www.cxotalk.com/subscribe 🔷 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cxotalk 🔷 Twitter: twitter.com/cxotalk #AITransformation #ArtificialIntelligence #BusinessStrategy #ResponsibleAI #Innovation #EnterpriseAI #Leadership #DigitalTransformation #AIStrategy #ExecutiveLeadership #cxotalk 00:00 🌟 Paul Daugherty's Career and Current Roles 01:52 🤖 AI Reality Check: Hype vs. Reality 05:51 📈 Generative AI's Impact on Work and Organizations 07:11 🌱 Challenges and Early Adoption of AI in Organizations 08:46 🔄 Invasiveness and Organizational Transformation with AI 13:40 📊 AI Applications and Measuring Business Value 18:14 🎯 Focusing on Impactful Use Cases in AI 19:48 🤖 AI Deployment Challenges and Talent Transformation 24:23 🚀 Prerequisites and Challenges in AI Adoption 25:56 🤔 Defining Failure in AI Projects 29:43 💼 AI's Role in Private Equity and Investment Analysis 33:55 🚀 Future Trends Beyond AI and AGI 35:07 🤖 AI's Impact on Data Management and EMR Systems 36:56 📊 AI's Influence on Jobs and Responsible AI Practices 40:15 🌟 Future Technologies and Personal Reflections

    43 min
  5. How to Make Your Brand Stand Out FAST | CXOTalk #893

    SEP 26

    How to Make Your Brand Stand Out FAST | CXOTalk #893

    How did Salesforce build a $200B company by declaring war on "software"? Branding expert Laura Ries (author of "Strategic Enemy") reveals why the world's best brands choose strategic enemies to dominate their markets. Laura explains the counterintuitive positioning strategy behind iconic brands like Tesla, Chick-fil-A, and White Claw. Learn why opposition creates clarity, how visual hammers make brands unforgettable, and why line extensions destroy established brands. KEY TOPICS: The strategic enemy frameworkVisual hammers that build brand memoryWhy line extensions fail (Bud Light case study)How to respond to market disruptorsPersonal branding for executives 🔷 Show notes and resources: https://www.cxotalk.com/episode/the-branding-manifesto-choose-your-enemy-win-the-war 🔷 Newsletter: www.cxotalk.com/subscribe 🔷 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cxotalk 🔷 Twitter: twitter.com/cxotalk 00:00 📚 Introduction to Strategic Branding and Positioning 00:58 🎯 The Power of a Strategic Enemy in Branding 07:13 🤔 Challenges and Context in Branding Strategies 10:35 🔗 The Link Between Branding and Customer Experience 13:45 🎯 Strategic Positioning and Differentiation 18:31 ⚖️ The Power of Contrast in Branding 19:51 💻 The Role of Branding in IT and Organizational Alignment 21:46 🎯 Perception, Leadership, and Differentiation in Branding 25:13 🚗 Strategic Focus and the Power of Defining a Brand 28:02 🔁 The Power of Repetition in Branding 30:01 🏆 Specialization and Category Leadership 32:37 🎨 Visual Hammers and Minimalistic Branding 37:58 🎨 The Power of Visual Hammers in Branding 41:31 🏢 Strategic Branding for Companies and Products 44:48 👔 Building Personal and Leadership Brands 47:13 🕶️ The Power of Consistency in Branding 48:05 📈 Strategic Responses to Market Disruption 54:14 🎙️ Branding Principles and Podcast Advice #Branding #Marketing #BusinessStrategy #CXOTalk #LauraRies #CMO

    56 min
  6. RSA Security CEO: Dangers of Weak Identity Security | CXOTalk #892

    SEP 24

    RSA Security CEO: Dangers of Weak Identity Security | CXOTalk #892

    In cybersecurity, identity has become the primary attack vector. We explore identity in CXOTalk 892, with the CEO of RSA Security, Rohit Ghai, who explains how stolen credentials, social engineering, and AI-enabled impersonation break defenses. And what boards, CISOs, and executives must do now. What you’ll learn: -- Why credential theft remains the #1 initial access vector and what “phishing resistant” MFA actually requires -- How attackers bypass MFA via help desk social engineering and voice impersonation, and how to stop it -- Managing identity across the joiner–mover–leaver lifecycle to close high-risk gaps -- The “assume breach” mindset: zero trust, least privilege, and blast radius reduction -- The CISO’s evolving mandate: business vs. technology, board communication, and risk quantification -- AI in cyber: sword, shield, and attack surface, and the changing economics of attack vs. defense -- Ransomware beyond backups: data theft, response playbooks, and legal/PR readiness Who should watch: Board members, CEOs, CISOs, CIOs, and security leaders who seek clear actions to improve resilience without slowing the business. 🔷 Show notes and resources: https://www.cxotalk.com/episode/rsa-security-ceo-ai-identity-board-level-cybersecurity 🔷 Newsletter: www.cxotalk.com/subscribe 🔷 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cxotalk 🔷 Twitter: twitter.com/cxotalk #Cybersecurity #IdentitySecurity #MFA #ZeroTrust #CISO #BoardGovernance #AI #Ransomware #RiskManagement #CXOTalk 00:00 🔐 Understanding Identity in Cybersecurity 03:51 ⚠️ How Identity is Breached 10:46 🛡️ Improving Identity Security 13:03 🔒 Social Engineering and MFA Vulnerabilities 16:02 🛡️ Protecting Personal Information and Identity 19:43 👩‍💼 The Evolving Role of CISOs in Cybersecurity 26:38 🔒 The Role of Regulation in Improving Data Privacy and Cybersecurity 28:51 🌐 Reframing Cybersecurity as Cyber Resilience 35:11 🛡️ Practical Recommendations for Combating Phishing and Social Engineering 38:00 🤖 The Role of AI in Cybersecurity 41:59 💰 Economics of AI in Cybersecurity 44:25 🏢 Board-Level Cybersecurity Strategy 49:08 🛡️ Understanding Ransomware and Response Framework 50:56 🔒 RSA Security's Focus Areas for Cybersecurity 52:47 📢 Closing Remarks and Call to Action

    54 min
  7. Data-First Operations: A Zoho Playbook for Measurable Outcomes | CXOTalk #891

    SEP 24

    Data-First Operations: A Zoho Playbook for Measurable Outcomes | CXOTalk #891

    Learn how a unified Zoho platform and centralized data analytics reduced app sprawl, speed decisions, and improved customer experience for Zoho customer Nuvia Dental. The discussion provides a practical playbook for leaders seeking fewer apps, stronger data integrity, and clear ROI.  🔷 Show notes and resources: https://www.cxotalk.com/episode/data-first-operations-a-zoho-playbook-for-measurable-outcomes 🔷 Newsletter: www.cxotalk.com/subscribe 🔷 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cxotalk 🔷 Twitter: twitter.com/cxotalk   00:00 📈 Nuvia Smiles' Growth and Zoho Integration 03:53 🤝 Collaboration Between IT and Business Teams 07:41 📊 Data as the Core of Business Transformation 11:34 🛠️ Simplifying Processes with Zoho 13:10 📊 Centralizing Data and Ensuring Compliance 18:10 🌟 Benefits and Advice for Simplification   #Zoho  #CXOTalk #TechLeadership #DataAnalytics #DigitalTransformation

    20 min
  8. Top Data Scientist Reveals AI Challenges | CXOTalk #890

    SEP 7

    Top Data Scientist Reveals AI Challenges | CXOTalk #890

    Too often, AI breaks in the wild. Why? CXOTalk 890 dissects the adversarial economy with Steven C. Daffron (fintech private equity leader) and Anthony Scriffignano (distinguished data scientist), hosted by Michael Krigsman.   Discover the challenges of **ai implementation** and the strategies needed to navigate the **future of work** in an AI-driven world. Stay informed with expert insights on CXOTalk.   What you’ll learn: How AI enables and masks adversarial behaviorMisaligned incentives, data/model drift, and biasGovernance vs. regulation; resilient metrics and KPIsInvestor/CFO implications and talent/education needs  🔷 Full episode and summary: https://www.cxotalk.com/episode/ai-misadventures-and-the-adversarial-economy 🔷 Newsletter: www.cxotalk.com/subscribe 🔷 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/cxotalk 🔷 Twitter: twitter.com/cxotalk   #ArtificialIntelligence #AIEthics #AdversarialAI #DigitalTransformation #CXOTalk #privateequity   00:00 🤖 Introduction to AI and the Adversarial Economy 04:38 🧠 Philosophical and Technical Insights into AI Misadventures 08:20 🤖 Adversarial AI and Ethical Challenges 10:27 ⚖️ Balancing Ethics, Privacy, and AI Development 12:16 🌍 Philosophical Perspectives on AI and Responsibility 16:03 🤖 Challenges in Designing Resilient AI Systems 20:45 📊 Data Quality and Concept Drift in AI Systems 22:24 💼 AI in Investment and Operational Strategy 25:13 💼 Challenges in AI Investment and Returns 27:22 📊 Financial Frameworks and Technical Oversight in AI 32:35 ♟️ The Red Queen Problem in AI Innovation 34:13 🤔 Navigating Influences and Decision-Making in Innovation 38:16 🌍 Challenges in AI Strategy and Global Collaboration 40:57 🔒 Data Protection and Ethical Challenges 44:08 🤖 Balancing AI Development and Data Protection 45:19 ⚖️ AI Liability and Governance Challenges 50:56 📜 Governance vs. Law in AI Development

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LIVE, unfiltered conversations on AI and related topics with senior business and technology leaders from the world's largest companies. We invite you to participate in these live discussions and ask your questions to the guests. Subscribe to the CXOTalk newsletter to receive notifications about upcoming live shows: https://www.cxotalk.com/subscribe. Hosted by well-known industry analyst Michael Krigsman.

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  • Creator
    Michael Krigsman
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2025
  • Episodes
    526
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    © Michael Krigsman
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