The Digital Executive

Mastering Endpoint Security: Balancing Speed and Safety in Automated Patching with CMO Anne Baker | Ep 931

Send us a textIn this insightful episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, Brian Thomas sits down with Anne Baker, Chief Marketing Officer of Adaptiva, a global leader in autonomous endpoint management. Anne shares her expertise on the critical importance of patching in protecting organizations from cyber-attacks, particularly in the wake of recent incidents like the July CrowdStrike outage.She discusses the challenges of balancing aggressive patching with maintaining security and customer experience, emphasizing the role of automation in staying ahead of vulnerabilities. Anne also offers key lessons from recent outages and provides actionable advice for IT and security leaders on how to effectively manage patching with speed and control. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to enhance their organization's cybersecurity posture in today's digital landscape.

Exploring Digital Immortality: Creating AI-Based Clones with Founder Dan Thomson | Ep 930

Send us a textIn this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, Brian Thomas interviews Dan Thomson, the visionary founder of Sensei, a groundbreaking platform dedicated to creating AI-based digital clones and pioneering the concept of digital immortality. Dan shares his unique journey from the hospitality industry to the tech world, explaining how his background in customer service and entrepreneurship shaped his approach to launching Sensei in 2023.Dan delves into the inspiration behind Sensei, influenced by his academic background in philosophy and a life-changing personal experience. He explains how Sensei is poised to revolutionize industries like healthcare and education by capturing and preserving human knowledge and personality in digital form, enabling intergenerational connections like never before.Dan also discusses his books, "Immortality in a Digital Age" and "The Digital Afterlife," which explore the potential of digital immortality and how advanced AI can create lifelike replicas that can interact with future generations and assist in various contemporary applications. This episode offers a fascinating glimpse into the future of AI and its role in extending human existence beyond physical life.

Transforming International Arbitration: How AI is Shaping the Future with Annie Lespérance | Ep 929

Send us a textIn this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, Brian Thomas sits down with Annie Lespérance, Head of Americas at Jus Mundi, a leading legal tech company revolutionizing the fields of international law and arbitration with AI-powered solutions. Annie shares her journey from her extensive legal background to her current role at Jus Mundi, where she oversees strategic initiatives across the Americas.She discusses the transformative impact of generative AI on legal research, arbitration, and how Jus Mundi's innovative AI tools are driving efficiency, accuracy, and accessibility in the legal industry. Annie also explores emerging trends in international arbitration, particularly in the Americas and Latin America, highlighting the increasing use of technology, the rise of specialized arbitration centers, and the focus on diversity and sustainability in the field. Tune in to discover how AI is reshaping the future of legal services and what lies ahead for the industry.

Mastering the Basics: Transformational Marketing Strategies with Founder Natalie Swan | Ep 928

Send us a textIn this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, host Brian Thomas interviews Natalie Swan, the founder of Swan Associates, a firm specializing in providing fractional CMO support to B2B companies. Natalie shares her journey from early entrepreneurial experiences to building a company that partners with $5 million and up B2B companies, helping them transform their marketing strategies.She explains how Swan Associates combines strategic marketing with hands-on implementation, making their approach uniquely effective. Natalie emphasizes the importance of focusing on the basics—understanding customers, refining brand messaging, and building strong relationships—over chasing the latest trends. She also discusses the iterative nature of marketing and the importance of data-driven decision-making. This episode is essential listening for B2B leaders looking to elevate their marketing strategies and drive impactful results.

Mastering Leadership and Well-Being in High-Stakes Environments: A Conversation with CEO Rudhir Krishtel | Ep 927

Send us a text In this enlightening episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, host Brian Thomas interviews Rudhir Krishtel, CEO, keynote speaker, and executive coach at Krishtel LLC. Rudhir shares his journey from practicing law for 15 years, including his role as senior in-house counsel at Apple, to becoming a transformative executive coach. With a unique background that blends legal expertise, mindfulness, and leadership coaching, Rudhir discusses his mission to help high-performing professionals and teams navigate the complexities of leadership, business growth, and workplace dynamics.He delves into the challenges legal professionals face, offering practical strategies to foster better communication, team building, and overall well-being. Rudhir also explores the future of the legal industry, emphasizing the importance of deepening human connections in an increasingly automated and hybrid work environment. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to enhance their leadership skills and create a more cohesive, empathetic workplace.

From Self-Taught Entrepreneur to Digital Marketing Innovator: Pamika Horsaengchai’s Journey | Ep 926

Send us a text In this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, host Brian Thomas sits down with Pamika Horsaengchai, the founder of Sapiens, to discuss her remarkable journey from launching her own fashion e-commerce business in 2014 to becoming a leader in digital marketing. Pamika shares the challenges she faced as a young entrepreneur navigating the complexities of the online world, where she learned the ropes of SEO, social media, and e-commerce through self-teaching and perseverance. She delves into her experience at a digital marketing agency in Thailand, where she honed her data analysis skills and developed strong relationships with C-level executives.Pamika also discusses the foundational strategies of trust-building, effective communication, and setting clear expectations that have been key to her success. Looking ahead, Pamika outlines her vision for Sapiens, including expanding service offerings and her commitment to helping startups scale efficiently. She also expresses her passion for giving back by sharing knowledge and insights with others in the digital marketing space. This episode is a must-listen for aspiring entrepreneurs and digital marketers looking for inspiration and practical advice on navigating the industry.

Revolutionizing Gaming in the Web3 Era: An Insightful Conversation with Founder Jassem Osseiran | Ep 925

Send us a textIn this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, host Brian Thomas sits down with Jassem “J” Osseiran, a seasoned entrepreneur and operational investor, currently the Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of PlaysOut Technologies. Jassem shares his journey from launching tech ventures in New York to founding startups across the Middle East and North Africa, eventually leading to the creation of 611 Capital Investments.Now, with PlaysOut Technologies, Jassem is pioneering a new wave in the digital ecosystem by integrating minigames with super apps through innovative Web3 technologies. Throughout the conversation, Jassem delves into the mission of PlaysOut, the unique technology driving their success, and how they are bridging the gap between traditional Web2 games and the emerging Web3 landscape. He also highlights the importance of team cohesiveness and the diverse gaming categories PlaysOut is tapping into, making this episode a must-listen for enthusiasts in gaming, blockchain, and Web3 spaces.

Overcoming Adversity with Audacious Optimism: The Inspiring Journey in Healthcare and Beyond with Speaker Shanna Adamic | Ep 924

Send us a textIn this episode of The Digital Executive Podcast, host Brian Thomas sits down with Shanna Adamic, an executive at Oracle and a beacon of audacious optimism. Shanna's two-decade career at Oracle, spanning corporate philanthropy, global nonprofit work, and community engagement, is marked by her relentless optimism and dedication to creating a more equitable world through intelligent, connected healthcare.Shanna shares her deeply personal and inspiring story of overcoming a rare, life-threatening brain tumor, which left her partially deaf but undeterred in spirit. This health journey profoundly influenced her professional focus, deepening her commitment to transforming healthcare for all. Beyond her corporate achievements, Shanna's past as an NFL cheerleader for the Kansas City Chiefs and her current roles as a speaker and author highlight her multifaceted resilience and passion.Join us as Shanna discusses the philosophy of audacious optimism, the importance of storytelling in uniting hearts and minds, and her forthcoming book, "Audacious Optimism," which explores how adversity can be a catalyst for transformation. Don't miss this episode filled with inspiration, hope, and a powerful testament to the human spirit.

Revolutionizing Healthcare: Harnessing AI to Decode Brainwaves with Co-Founder Kris Pahuja | Ep 923

Send us a textIn this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas speaks with Kris Pahuja, the co-founder and Chief Product Officer of Piramidal. With an impressive background in AI and healthcare from roles at Google and Spotify, Kris is on a mission to transform medical diagnostics by teaching AI to read brainwaves. He shares the story behind founding Piramidal, alongside his co-founder Dimitri, and their vision of building the largest model trained on brainwave data to understand the brain’s "language."Kris discusses the potential of Piramidal's AI to diagnose a wide range of neurological conditions beyond epilepsy, such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and mental health disorders, through innovative biomarkers. He also highlights how Piramidal aims to address the significant shortage of neurologists and EEG technicians by automating the analysis of EEG data, allowing doctors to process patient information more efficiently.The conversation also explores the exciting integration possibilities of Piramidal's technology with devices like VR headsets and Apple’s Vision Pro, envisioning applications that could enhance real-time brain activity monitoring and interaction. Kris emphasizes the potential of these advancements to revolutionize how we understand and interact with our brain health.Tune in to learn more about Kris Pahuja’s pioneering work at Piramidal and how AI is poised to bring unprecedented accuracy and efficiency to medical diagnostics.

Unlocking AI Potential: Revolutionizing Business with Strategic AI Implementation with CEO John Munsell | Ep 922

Send us a textIn this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas engages in a compelling conversation with John Munsell, the CEO of Bizzuka. Known for its distinction as a three-time Inc 5000 company, Bizzuka specializes in helping businesses leverage AI to maximize efficiency and profitability. John shares his journey from financial services to becoming a leading AI strategist, detailing how his innovative AI Strategy Canvas and Scalable Prompt Engineering methodologies have transformed over 600 businesses. These methodologies are now integral to AI curriculums at top institutions like Louisiana State University.John elaborates on the importance of having a structured AI strategy, especially for small and medium-sized businesses that often leap into AI adoption without a clear plan. He discusses the common challenges faced by business leaders, such as information overload and lack of a unified framework, and how Bizzuka addresses these issues by providing a common language and structure for AI implementation across organizations.John also delves into emerging AI trends, emphasizing the need for strategic prompting and organizational guidelines to ensure AI tools are used effectively. He highlights the role of structured AI deployment in overcoming the "trough of disillusionment" many businesses face, predicting a future where AI guidelines become as essential as brand guidelines.Tune in to learn from John’s extensive experience and insights on how to harness AI's full potential, maintain efficiency, and drive innovation in your business.