AI Talks

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AI Talks - Season 3

Episode 1: Beyond the Hype, Role of AI in Decision Making for Business Success

Abstract: AI Talks is back! Join us for the third season of AI Talks, in a series of fascinating discussions on the pivotal role of AI in business decision-making. Join Avi & Gib as they explore the strategic role of AI in decision-making. Discover the key challenges organizations face and learn how to create a data-driven culture that fuels success. We cut through the noise and explore the practical side of AI, from data-driven decision-making to the transformative potential of generative AI. Ready to revolutionize your business with AI?

Hosts: Dr. Avishkar (Avi) Misra is a pioneering AI leader, inventor, and entrepreneur. He has spearheaded AI innovations at Amazon, TracFone Wireless, and Teradata, impacting millions of users daily. Now, as founder of Berrijam, he's democratizing AI, making it accessible and affordable for all. With a PhD in AI, 10 patents, and numerous publications, Avi's expertise is reshaping the future of technology. Learn more at avishkarmisra.com or berrijam.com Gib Bassett is a seasoned analytics expert with a background in industry solutions for retail and manufacturing. He has witnessed many pivotal events in the analytics space, such as working at SPSS during the coining of "predictive analytics" and observing the rise of Hadoop at Teradata. When AI began to capture the attention of enterprise tech companies in the late 2010s, Gib was deeply involved with Cloud initiatives at Oracle. Gib embraced best practices that drive significant business value, a strategy that served him well at Salesforce in customer success. With his extensive and diverse experience, Gib is uniquely positioned to help us focus on the most critical aspects of AI, analytics, and business value.

Episode 2: Demystifying AI, Real-World Applications and Business Value

Abstract: Curious about AI beyond the ChatGPT buzz? Join us as we explore the practical side of AI in business. Learn from real-world examples, discover how to measure the impact of AI on your bottom line, and understand the key challenges in adopting AI effectively. In this episode Ruth, Gib and Avi share their experiences in delivering business value with AI, and cover things like:

What is AI and types of AI capabilities
Examples of AI Applications
Generative AI and its Limitations
Connecting AI solutions to Business Value
Challenges to AI Adoption

Whether you're a tech enthusiast or a business leader, this conversation will provide valuable insights into harnessing the power of AI for your organization.

Guest: Ruth Mierowsky is a cofounder and head of product and AI at Berrijam. Previously Ruth worked as a data scientist at Microsoft across multiple different products and data science capabilities, including early product growth in the augmented reality space, and building AI features for the Dynamics customer service applications. She is passionate about solving interesting problems and empowering others through accessible and responsible AI. Hosts: Dr. Avishkar (Avi) Misra is a pioneering AI leader, inventor, and entrepreneur. He has spearheaded AI innovations at Amazon, TracFone Wireless, and Teradata, impacting millions of users daily. Now, as founder of Berrijam, he's democratizing AI, making it accessible and affordable for all. With a PhD in AI, 10 patents, and numerous publications, Avi's expertise is reshaping the future of technology. Learn more at avishkarmisra.com or berrijam.com Gib Bassett is a seasoned analytics expert with a background in industry solutions for retail and manufacturing. He has witnessed many pivotal events in the analytics space, such as working at SPSS during the coining of "predictive analytics" and observing the rise of Hadoop at Teradata. When AI began to capture the attention of enterprise tech companies in the late 2010s, Gib was deeply involved with Cloud initiatives at Oracle. Gib embraced best practices that drive significant business value, a strategy that served him well at Salesforce in customer success. With his extensive and diverse experience, Gib is uniquely positioned to help us focus on the most critical aspects of AI, analytics, and business value.

Episode 3: Empowering Non-Tech Employees to Make Data-Driven Decisions with AI

Abstract: Join us as we delve into the world of citizen data science with renowned expert Tom Davenport. Discover how organizations are breaking down barriers between technical and non-technical teams, enabling everyone to participate in data-driven decision-making. Tom Davenport, a distinguished professor and author, emphasizes the trend towards empowering business users to directly engage with data and make informed decisions, while providing governance around their adoption. Explore the latest trends in no-code tools and generative AI, and learn how they're empowering employees to drive productivity and innovation. Don't miss this insightful conversation on the future of data and insights democratization!

Guest: Tom Davenport is a Distinguished Professor of Information Technology and Management at Babson College, the Bodily Bicentennial Visiting Professor of Analytics at UVA Darden School of Business, Fellow of the MIT Initiative on the Digital Economy, and Senior Advisor to Deloitte’s AI practice. He’s published 23 books and over 300 articles for Harvard Business Review and many other publications. He has been among the world’s Top 25 Consultants, the top 3 business/technology analysts, the 100 most influential people in the IT industry, and the top fifty business school professors in the world. He’s worked with many of the world’s leading companies on data, analytics, and AI strategies. Learn more about Tom at https://www.tomdavenport.com/ Hosts: Dr. Avishkar (Avi) Misra is a pioneering AI leader, inventor, and entrepreneur. He has spearheaded AI innovations at Amazon, TracFone Wireless, and Teradata, impacting millions of users daily. Now, as founder of Berrijam, he's democratizing AI, making it accessible and affordable for all. With a PhD in AI, 10 patents, and numerous publications, Avi's expertise is reshaping the future of technology. Learn more at avishkarmisra.com or berrijam.com Gib Bassett is a seasoned analytics expert with a background in industry solutions for retail and manufacturing. He has witnessed many pivotal events in the analytics space, such as working at SPSS during the coining of "predictive analytics" and observing the rise of Hadoop at Teradata. When AI began to capture the attention of enterprise tech companies in the late 2010s, Gib was deeply involved with Cloud initiatives at Oracle. Gib embraced best practices that drive significant business value, a strategy that served him well at Salesforce in customer success. With his extensive and diverse experience, Gib is uniquely positioned to help us focus on the most critical aspects of AI, analytics, and business value.

Episode 4: Unlocking AI Success with Leadership and Organizational Culture

Abstract: Join AI expert Pedro Domit as he shares his insights on designing effective AI strategies and fostering a culture of innovation. Moving beyond AI proof of concepts into delivering real business value, requires the right leadership and mindset. Pedro Domit, a seasoned business leader and entrepreneur shares his personal insights from leading AI transformation at TracFone, one of the largest prepaid wireless and telecom companies before its acquisition by Verizon. He emphasizes the need for leaders to acknowledge their knowledge gaps, build expert teams, assess the organization's current state, and communicate effectively in layman's terms. Gain valuable tips on leadership, experimentation, customer-centric culture and employee empowerment to overcome common challenges in AI adoption. This episode is a must-watch for any leader looking to harness the power of AI for their organization's success.

Guest: Pedro Domit is a growth-focused executive, transformational leader, and serial entrepreneur, who played a pivotal role in establishing TracFone as the leading prepaid wireless company in the US. With over two and a half decades of experience, Pedro spearheaded strategic initiatives that propelled TracFone's exponential growth to 20M+ customers and $8B in revenue by 2021. As head of Customer Experience & Data Science, he championed a customer-centric culture, leveraging advanced technologies to enhance customer lifetime value and reduce churn. Pedro's leadership added nearly $9B of value to TracFone through operational efficiencies and innovative approaches. Fluent in English and Spanish, Pedro holds a BBA from Universidad Anáhuac and began his career revitalizing his family's business. He serves as an independent member of the board for a fashion company and a resort in the well-being industry, while also advising prominent companies in Latin America's finance and retail sectors Hosts: Dr. Avishkar (Avi) Misra is a pioneering AI leader, inventor, and entrepreneur. He has spearheaded AI innovations at Amazon, TracFone Wireless, and Teradata, impacting millions of users daily. Now, as founder of Berrijam, he's democratizing AI, making it accessible and affordable for all. With a PhD in AI, 10 patents, and numerous publications, Avi's expertise is reshaping the future of technology. Learn more at avishkarmisra.com or berrijam.com Gib Bassett is a seasoned analytics expert with a background in industry solutions for retail and manufacturing. He has witnessed many pivotal events in the analytics space, such as working at SPSS during the coining of "predictive analytics" and observing the rise of Hadoop at Teradata. When AI began to capture the attention of enterprise tech companies in the late 2010s, Gib was deeply involved with Cloud initiatives at Oracle. Gib embraced best practices that drive significant business value, a strategy that served him well at Salesforce in customer success. With his extensive and diverse experience, Gib is uniquely positioned to help us focus on the most critical aspects of AI, analytics, and business value.

AI Talks - Season 2

Topic: Enhancing Apprenticeship Completion Rates through Data-Driven Interventions

Speaker: Zul Al-Kabir, CTO, Exemplar Systems

Abstract:This talk explores how Exemplar Systems is addressing the challenge of apprenticeship completion by leveraging data science techniques to support training organisations. They discuss their approach to harnessing insights from their data corpus to develop an AI model that aids in identifying students at risk of discontinuing their training. This model enables Training Organisations to proactively engage with students, offering the necessary support to enhance their chances of completion. By sharing their experiences and findings, Exemplar aims to contribute to the broader conversation on improving apprenticeship completion rates and addressing skills shortages in Australia.

Title: Roadblocks to AI Adoption and how can we address them

Abstract: In our February AI Talks session, we delved into the critical challenges that hinder the widespread adoption of artificial intelligence in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The discussion fostered an insightful exchange of ideas, identifying several key barriers that SMEs face when integrating AI into their operations. By exploring these obstacles, we aimed to shed light on the complexities of AI adoption and foster a deeper understanding of how to overcome these challenges to unlock the full potential of AI for SMEs

Topic: AI is accelerating the need for digital skills. Cybercy is designed for just that.

Speaker: Glenn Welby, Cybercy

Abstract: Cybercy can help individuals and organisations acquire the digital skills necessary to survive and thrive in the rapidly evolving online world. We will introduce topics such as Digital Use, Identity, Safety and Security in a way that relates to your every digital action. Once we understand how we can take personal ownership of our actions to help keep us safer online, we will explore Digital Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Literacy and Rights in a way that empowers us to thrive in the online world

Episode 4 of AI talks is brought to you in collaboration with Keeping Up With Data, powered by Precision Sourcing

Topic: It’s not just about Data – it’s about what you do with it. Conversations with Dr. Avi Misra.

Speaker: Avi Misra

Abstract of the podcast episode: In this episode of Keeping Up With Data, Dr. Avishkar Misra shares his journey and insights in the field of AI and data science. Avi highlights the importance of effectively utilizing data and the challenges of balancing full-time work with academic pursuits.

Avi is the Founder of Berrijam, the company that aims to make AI accessible and affordable, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises. He emphasizes the significance of understanding organizational culture, empathy in implementing AI solutions, and the need for businesses to recognize AI's potential.

AI Talks - Season 1

Title: Using AI to identify risk in Supply Chain Management

Speaker: Dr. Hamed Aboutourab, MBA

Abstract: In the realm of supply chain management, seamless operations hinge on effective risk management. Dr. Aboutourab delves into the pivotal initial phase of risk management: risk identification. Traditionally, a labor-intensive and time-consuming endeavor, we will understand into how state-of-the-art artificial intelligence techniques are reshaping this process and elevating the efficiency and efficacy of supply chain operations.

Title: Generative AI - Its potential and pitfalls

Speaker: Dr. Avishkar Misra

Abstract: Generative AI has 'generated' (pun intended) a lot of excitement and apprehension. But what is Generative AI, and how does it complement other AI techniques? What are its possibilities and limitations? In this session, we'll walk through some of the fundamentals of AI, where Generative AI fits, applications and risks around using Generative AI effectively.

Title: Smarter Decisions, Faster using Berrijam AI

Speaker: Dr. Avishkar Misra

Abstract: AI is changing the world, and organizations that successfully incorporate AI tools and capabilities have a strategic advantage. Yet cultivating the right mindsets, strategies and empowering teams to use AI for better decisions faster takes work. Having built, launched and guided many of the globally leading organizations to adopt AI successfully, Dr Avishkar (Avi) Misra will demonstrate how Berrijam AI empowers you to make smarter decisions faster.

Title: Success with AI in Retail, Lumber, Movies and more.

Speaker: Dr. Avishkar Misra

Abstract: What do a retail store, lumber producer, and video streaming have in common? All three use AI to enhance customer experience and grow their revenues. Irrespective of the industry and domain, certain mindsets and behaviours are crucial to success with AI. In this talk, Dr Avishkar Misra will share the lessons that have led to success with specific real-world examples from AmazonGo, a lumber producer & Amazon Prime Video.