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Conversations on AI, data and cloud

Launched in 2020, the AI Leaders Podcast Series features insightful conversations between Accenture leaders and guests from organizations at the forefront of AI, data, cloud, and analytics. You can listen to our latest episodes on this page or on your favorite podcast platform. Also, we’re excited to share that we’ve received two prestigious Communicator Awards! We’ve been recognized in the Overall Technology Series category and for our episode on "Combating Climate Change with AI" in the Causes & Awareness category.

We hope you enjoy listening to our AI podcast series, and make sure to subscribe so that you never miss a future episode.

EP. 58: Gen AI Fluency: Learning – a User-centered Experience

In this engaging podcast episode, Tracy Ring, Chief Data Officer and Global Head of Gen AI for Life Sciences at Accenture and Jeremy Forman, VP of R&D AI, Data, and Analytics at Pfizer, delve into the game-changing power of ongoing learning, highlighting its role in cultivating a sustainable culture that fosters Gen AI adoption within organizations. Explore their insights on the transformative impact of culture on business value as the starting point for a meaningful transformation.

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EP. 57: The Intersection of Human and Emotional AI

Join Sanjay Podder, CTO for Responsible AI at Accenture, and Dr. Rana el Kaliouby, machine learning scientist, and AI pioneer, in a thought-provoking discussion on responsible AI practices, emphasizing human and emotional integration. Explore their insights into innovative approaches that foster a harmonious relationship between technology and humanity.

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EP. 56: Redefining the Data & Analytics Landscape with Gen AI

In this episode, Priya Raman, Corporate Data and AI Leader at Accenture engages in a conversation with Pinar Doelen, Chief Analytics Officer at SAP, delving into the pivotal impact of Gen AI surpassing traditional data analysis. Together, they explore how Gen AI synergizes with data analytics to reshape businesses, industries, and organizations, fostering a collaborative era where humans and AI work together. Join them as they discuss the innovative benefits arising from Gen AI's transformative capabilities.

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EP. 55: Productivity to Creativity, The Real Value of Gen AI Pt.2

In this second episode about Generative AI and its influence in growth acceleration, Teresa Tung, May Habib, and Marc Appel exchange views about the impact of Generative AI from a trust perspective. They explore the implications of technology being accurate, legal, and transparent as part of a trustworthy reinvention of businesses and their processes.

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EP. 54: Productivity to Creativity, The Real Value of Gen AI Pt.1

Explore the transformative impact of generative AI in marketing at Accenture with Teresa Tung who is joined by May Habib, CEO of Writer, and Marc Appel. This episode delves into real productivity gains, growth acceleration, and team morale. Discover how generative AI goes beyond efficiency, shaping a future where innovation and engagement take center stage.

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EP. 53: Transforming Payments with Generative AI

In this podcast episode, Keri Smith, Global Banking Data & AI Lead, talks with Papa Faye, who leads embedded digital solutions at J.P. Morgan. The discussion revolves around generative AI and its impact on the field of payments. Traditional AI in payments relied on rule-based systems, while Gen AI is now capable of handling more complex and creative tasks like fraud detection and personalized customer interactions. The conversation also touches on the importance of responsible AI, data security, and privacy.

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***The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker’s own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of J.P Morgan. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only. The "J.P Morgan Chase" name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service.

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EP. 52: Generative AI's role in business innovation

In this episode we delve into the transformative force of Generative AI and its profound impact on businesses. Our guest, Charlie Stack, a seasoned expert in data analytics and AI, and Arnab Chakraborty, a Senior Managing Director at Accenture Data and AI, unravel the pivotal role Generative AI plays in reshaping business landscape. They discuss the intricate balance between risk and reward, emphasizing the need for a robust risk-reward apparatus. Discover insights into the rapid pace of change, the challenges faced by leaders, and how embracing Generative AI strategically can lead to innovative business models and sustainable success in this ever-evolving digital era.

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EP. 51: Short-term and long-term value with AI

Join us for a deep dive into the dynamic world of AI, where we explore its strategic alignment with company goals and the delicate balance between innovation and sustainability. Hear how to weave AI objectives seamlessly into the fabric of overarching company strategies and discuss the critical challenge of resource allocation and balance between experimentation and vital company functions.

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EP. 50: AI and Machine Learning in the Utilities Industry

Dive into a riveting conversation with distinguished experts, Scott Tinkler, Jan Erik Aase and Bob Lutz, as they unravel the game-changing potential of AI in the Utilities industry. Scott Tinkler, senior managing director at Accenture, brings his extensive industry experience to the table, discussing how utilities are embracing data analytics and AI to drive down costs and transform their operations. Bob Lutz, a partner at ISG, sheds light on the power of AI and machine learning in managing the massive influx of data from IoT sensors, leading to more informed decisions and proactive maintenance strategies. Together, they explore the role of partnerships, cloud adoption, and data monetization in propelling Utilities towards innovative business models and industry advancements.

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EP. 49: Health equity in the age of data and AI

In this podcast episode we explore the global story of health disparities and the transformative potential of data and AI. Discover how new tools and technologies have opened unprecedented opportunities to address health inequalities on a global scale. Delve into the significance of data in health and wellness and how it can revolutionize our approach to healthcare. However, with these advancements come challenges that we must address. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on how data-driven solutions and collaborative efforts can pave the way for a healthier and more equitable future for everyone.

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Ep. 48: From data to value: Harnessing the potential of Generative AI

Join Chetna Sehgal, Senior Managing Director at Accenture and Global Practice Lead for the Accenture Google Business Group, in an enlightening conversation with Erwan Menard, Director of Product Management for Google Cloud AI, as they explore the transformative world of generative AI. From the impact on data privacy to the re-energizing of the workforce, they delve into the nuances, challenges, and opportunities presented by this technology. Discover how enterprises can harness the power of generative AI while ensuring ethical practices, optimizing resource usage, and realizing value. Tune in to unravel the complexities of this groundbreaking technology and understand how it can shape the future of businesses and individuals alike.

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Ep. 47: Leading analytics teams in changing times

In this episode, we dive into the operational dynamics of organization models utilized by data and analytics teams. Our guest, Lori Bieda, Chief Data and Analytics Officer at BMO, North American Personal and Business Bank, shares her invaluable insights. Lori delves into the pros and cons of these models, offering a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities they bring. Join us for this enlightening conversation as we unravel the intricacies of leading analytics teams in today's dynamic landscape with Lori Bieda.

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Ep. 46: Revolutionizing biotech through data-driven marketing

In this episode, Tracy Ring, Accenture's Chief Data Officer and global generative AI lead for Life Sciences, interviews Walter Charles, General Manager of CSL Plasma. They explore CSL Plasma's transformation from analog to digital marketing, revolutionizing their business. Facing challenges during the pandemic, Walter implemented a data-driven digital marketing strategy, boosting donor engagement and response rates.

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Ep. 45: What to consider when implementing Generative AI

Discover the immense possibilities of Generative AI in this episode of the AI Leaders Podcast. Join us as we delve into the critical considerations for successful implementation and unlock its transformative potential. Featuring Bratin Saha, VP and GM of AI & Machine Learning at Amazon, and Teresa Tung, Cloud First Chief Technologist at Accenture. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation.

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Ep. 44: Digital acceleration powered by cloud, data & AI

In this episode of the AI Leaders Podcast, Alessandro De Luca, Chief Information Officer and Head of Information Technology at Merck KGaA, talks with Arnab Chakraborty and Eva Wiedenhöft about their transformative journey of digital acceleration fueled by cloud, data and AI. Alessandro identifies people, data, and technology as the primary enablers that have been pivotal in achieving success in their quest for total enterprise reinvention. Listen now to hear how organizations can leverage the power of technology to achieve business transformation.

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Ep. 43: Shaping AI to serve society

Join Ravi Bellamkonda, Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs at Emory University, and Rubina Ohanian, Managing Director at Accenture, as they discuss the transformative power of AI in various areas of human endeavor. From its impact on higher education and human health to its potential to generate economic value, this podcast will explore how revolutionary technologies like AI can improve the human condition and advance our world. Tune in to gain valuable insights into the future of AI and its impact on society.

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Ep. 42: Mondelēz International’s data-led reinvention

Javier Polit, Chief Information and Digital Officer for Mondelēz International, talks with Venky Rao of Accenture to discuss their AI-enabled transformation journey. Javier shares the catalyst to becoming a data-driven company and his experience along the way.

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Ep. 41: Addressing the skills gap

In this episode, Ahmad Aladawi talks with Terri Rinella about his experience in the Accenture Apprenticeship Program. Ahmad shares his personal story how he put himself through college, became an apprentice, and is now an Information Security Specialist. Hear how companies are turning to programs like this to fill the skill gap and recruit talent for the digital jobs economy.

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Ep. 40: From experimentation to implementation, Pt. 2

In part 2 of this podcast, Per Osterman and Xiaopeng Li continue their discussion how companies can reach AI maturity. They explore the different use cases that exist for this technology and how to prioritize your efforts as well as how companies can create business value using data and AI.

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Ep. 39: From experimentation to implementation, Pt. 1

As companies move from experimentation to implementation with their AI initiatives, they need to think how they can scale across the entire organization. The opportunity to scale requires C-level sponsorship and having the right talent in the right place. Listen to hear what Per Osterman, Nordics Artificial Intelligence Lead, and Xiaopeng Li think is imperative to reaching AI maturity.

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Ep. 38: How digital twins power innovation

Hear how consumer goods manufacturer Mars is innovating by rapidly scaling digital twin technology, enabling them to be more collaborative, improve operations and find more intuitive ways of doing things.

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Ep. 37: AI maturity, advancing from practice to performance

Saul Perlmutter, Nobel Laureate, professor of physics at UC Berkeley and director of Berkeley Institute for Data Science, joins Accenture's Arnab Chakraborty to discuss the field of AI advancing within organizations from practice to high performance. Hear how talent, culture and responsible design are all important factors to becoming a high performer.

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Learn more in our report The art of AI maturity: Advancing from practice to performance.

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Ep. 36: Role of the chief data and analytics officer

Julia Westland, who co-leads Spencer Stuart's Data & Analytics Practice, talks with Accenture's Joe Depa about the role of the Chief Data and Analytics Officer and the evolution of it. Starting off as a data focused role making data an important part of the boardroom conversation, but has since broadened beyond this.

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Ep. 35: Transformation of the utilities industry using AI

In this episode, Abhijit Bhatwadekar, Head of Data & Analytics at PPL Corporation, talks with Accenture's Lee Barrett about the evolution of the utilities industry and its use of artificial intelligence. Hear why data and AI are key to managing the changes taking place across the industry.

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Ep. 34: Cloud data transformation

In this episode, Accenture's Lascelles Forrester is joined by Josh Reese to discuss Navy Federal Credit Union's cloud data transformation. Hear the challenges they faced when starting with fragmented and siloed data and the benefits they have gained from their data transformation journey.

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Ep. 33: Large language models - Pt. 2

In part 2 of this podcast, Fernando and Peter discuss the role that humans play in all of this. Expanding on the examples they talked about in part 1, hear how large language models will aid and augment humans, helping to access relevant information quickly to accomplish a task.

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Ep. 32: Large language models - Pt. 1

In this episode, Accenture's Fernando Lucini talks with Peter Welinder, VP of Product & Partnerships at OpenAI, to discuss how large language models like GPT-3 will impact society and AI. OpenAI was founded to build artificial general intelligence (AGI) that can reach and eventually surpass human level capabilities, while making sure it's done in a safe, ethical and responsible way and for the benefit all of humanity.

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Ep. 31: Radically human

As new AI powered technologies impact both life and work we are seeing the very nature of innovation being reshaped. AI is becoming less artificial and more intelligent and innovators are pursuing new approaches that enable machines to learn as humans do. Listen as Paul Daugherty and Jim Wilson discuss what it means to be Radically Human.

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Ep. 30: What’s new about data virtualization with data mesh?

Teresa Tung is joined by two data mesh experts, Justin Borgman, Starburst - Chairman & CEO, and Bryan Aller, Comcast - Director, Software Development & Engineering, to discuss what's new about data virtualization with data mesh. They share their experiences which is driving a new interest in data virtualization.

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Ep. 29: Policy and regulation frameworks

The increase in regulatory attention facing AI has put the topic of AI regulation squarely on the C-suite agenda. Organizations are trying to figure out how to respond, however, the situation is complex as strategies will vary by country, differing cultural values and multiple philosophies. Listen now to hear Roger Taylor, Responsible AI advisor and former Chair of the Centre for Data Ethics and Innovation, and Ali Shah, Accenture's Global Principal Director for Responsible AI, discuss.

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Ep. 28: Why data & analytics needs a multi-speed approach

Data analytics are fundamental to enterprises as they continue to pursue their growth initiatives. Two approaches are emerging—top down and bottom up. Listen to Lee Barrett, Accenture Artificial Intelligence Northeast Lead, and Jeff Kaminski, Accenture Artificial Intelligence Northeast Strategy Lead, discuss the pros and cons of each.

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Ep. 27: Transformers, massive models and the future of AI

In this episode, Jean-luc Chatelain, Accenture's Artificial Intelligence CTO, talks with Andrew Feldman, Founder and CEO of Cerebras Systems about transformers, massive models and the future of AI. They discuss how we are moving from a world of a large amount of models to fewer more powerful models known as transformers. Hear what they think this means for the future of AI.

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Ep. 26: Intersection of data and AI in the communications industry

In this episode, Manish Dasaur, Accenture’s Chief Data & Analytics Officer for Communications & Media in North America, talks with Andy Markus, the Chief Data Officer of AT&T, about the role that data and AI is playing in driving transformation in the communications industry. Hear why data & AI are critical to the communications business, the impact they are driving and how these leaders see them evolving in the coming years.

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Ep. 25: AI + X

In this episode of the AI Leaders Podcast, Fernando Lucini, Chief Data Scientist at Accenture, talks with Kian Katanforoosh, Workera CEO & Co-founder, about AI+X. This is an emerging trend where people are learning the foundations of AI skills to complement their own subject matter expertise.

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Ep. 24: Don't fear AI, embrace it

Kathrin Schwan, a managing director for Accenture's Data and AI Network, is joined by Dr. Maryam Ramezani-Bartsch, VP data and analytics at GoStudent and previously VP of Data & Analytics at Sky, along with Ana Campos, a managing director at Accenture and previously co-CEO at Trivadis. The group sits down to talk about why they think there is a fear around AI and the collection of data. They identify four main areas where fears and misconceptions come from.

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Ep. 23: The future of marketing using data and AI

Accenture's chief marketing & communications officer, Jill Kramer, joins Sanjeev Vohra to discuss the future of marketing and the role data and automation will play. Hear Jill discuss the intersection where science matches with the art of marketing and communications.

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Ep. 22: Data and analytics for the best customer experience

In this episode David Atkinson, who leads Sun Life's data and analytics efforts, talks with Krish Banerjee about how data has become core to their customer experience. Hear how they are leveraging data to create exceptional client experiences and drive meaningful impact.

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Ep. 21: Data-centric AI

A pioneer in machine learning and online education, Andrew Ng, joins Sanjeev Vohra for this episode of the AI Leaders Podcast. They discuss Data-centric AI, an emerging topic in the field of artificial intelligence. Listen to hear what it is and how it is different from traditional approaches.

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Ep. 20: Natural Language Processing

In this episode of the AI Leaders Podcast, Ryan McDonald, Chief Scientist at ASAPP, talks with Fernando Lucini, the Chief Data Scientist of Accenture, about Natural Language Processing (NLP). Hear what they think needs to be done to get the user experience correct, putting in place safety nets to keep things on track, and why it is all about design.

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Ep. 19: Combating climate change with AI

Manish Dasaur, an Accenture Managing Director, is joined by Shyla Raghav, who is the Head of Partnerships at a new division of Time called CO2, which is focused on sustainability and climate change. They discuss how we can use the latest technology and innovation, including AI, to combat climate change.

This episode received an “Award of Distinction” for Individual Episodes-Causes & Awareness in the 29th Annual Communicator Awards from the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts. Learn more.

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Ep. 18: Modern data platforms on cloud

In this episode of the podcast, Accenture’s Shail Jain talks with Arnab Chakraborty about the latest in data platforms. With digital transformations being accelerated, it is imperative to embed a data culture across the organization so that people believe and trust the data and believe in the power of this technology.

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Ep. 17: Perspective on climbing the career ladder

In this episode, Jin Zhang (Engineering Director at Meta) talks with Lan Guan about her career journey and how she has been able to build a strong support network and how small actions can add up to help others grow.

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Ep. 16: Reflections on International Women’s Day

International Women's Day is a day to celebrate the achievements of women and a call to action for accelerating women's equality. In this episode, Samta Kapoor is joined by Asha Saxena (Founder & CEO, WLDA), Bari Harlam (Co-founder, Troublemakers.org) and Ellen Nielsen (Chief Data Officer, Chevron) to discuss what this day means to them. Listen to hear the stories and advice for the next generation of women leaders.

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Ep. 15: Power of “science and art” for business insights

Cecilia Wu, VP, Global Insights at Walgreens Boots Alliance, talks with Accenture's Joe Depa about how they are organizing data into analytical assets.

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Ep. 14: Responsible AI

Dr. Adrian Weller from The Alan Turing Institute joins the AI Leaders Podcast to discuss Responsible AI. He brings insights from his experience in industry and more recently academia. Listen now to an insightful conversation with Ray Eitel-Porter where they cover ethics, justice and fairness as it pertains to data and A.I.

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Ep. 13: Metadata—Data as a product

Teresa Tung is joined by Shirshanka Das, CEO of Acryl Data, to discuss what Metadata is and the role it plays in data products.

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Ep. 12: Data Mesh — From theory to practice

Teresa Tung is joined by Abeth Go (VP - Data and Analytics Platforms) and Liam Donohoe (Principal Architect, Data & Analytics Platforms) from BP to discuss the hottest topic in data, Data Mesh. Hear their journey and lessons learned from their implementation.

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Ep. 11: The Automation Advantage

Accenture Chief Strategy Officer, Bhaskar Ghosh, and Accenture Global Automation Lead, Rajendra (RP) Prasad join the AI Leaders Podcast to discuss their new book, The Automation Advantage. The first comprehensive blueprint for using and scaling AI-powered intelligent automation. Among the topics they cover include the benefits and barriers to adoption, planning the journey for your organization and the impact on people.

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Ep. 10: Creating value with digital twins

Arnab Chakraborty talks with Bob Messier, SVP, Global Technology Services at SAS, about Digital Twins. They discuss which industries are leading the way, and some of the different use cases which range from sports to manufacturing to healthcare.

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Ep. 9: Big data, little data & synthetic data

George Marcotte sits down with Ray O'Brien, Independent Entrepreneur & Finance Advisory Board Member, to talk about how companies are using data and the difference between big data, little data and synthetic data. They also discuss how different regions think about data privacy.

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Ep. 8: Women in AI

Joyce Kline talks with Rebekah Arsenault, an AI Strategy Consultant, and Sally Lin, a Data Scientist, about their experiences as women in the technology field and a group they started at Accenture called Women in AI.

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Ep. 7: Kimberly Nguyen's journey to becoming a data science consultant

In this episode of the AI Leaders Podcast, Kimberly Nguyen, a data science consultant, talks with Joyce Kline, Artificial Intelligence Managing Director, about her career journey. Starting with her early struggles with math to getting two degrees in statistics and the ups and downs of finding a job in the field.

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Ep. 6: Getting the talent equation right to scale AI

Alex Statnikov, Head of Customer Lifecycle Automation and Data Platform at Square, joins Arnab Chakraborty to discuss what skills are needed today and tomorrow in order to be successful in the field of analytics and AI.

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Ep. 5: Automating the Accenture employee experience to be more intelligent

Jason Warnke and Mark Martynus join Lee Barrett to discuss how Accenture is using data and AI to automate the Accenture employee experience to be more intelligent. This means identifying patterns in the data to make better decisions and ultimately improve the experience for all of our employees.

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Ep. 4: Building the data driven culture across the organization

Joy Bonaguro, Chief Data Officer for the State of California, joins Arnab Chakraborty to discuss why building a data driven culture is actually about change management and how she views the role of the CDO.

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Ep. 3: Accelerating AI momentum on cloud

Pallab Deb, Head of Partner Solutions & AI Partnerships at Google Cloud, joins Arnab Chakraborty to discuss the acceleration of AI, analytics and data with the journey to cloud. A super relevant topic as we are in the midst of one of the most disruptive periods that we have seen in the last century.

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Ep. 2: Professionalization of AI

Zachery Anderson, Chief Data & Analytics Officer at the NatWest Banking Group, joins Fernando Lucini, Global Lead Data Science & ML Engineering, to discuss what companies must do in order to scale AI effectively for long-term success.

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Ep. 1: Data driven transformation

In the first episode of AI Leaders we are joined by Dr. Amy Gershkoff Bolles, Chief Data Officer of Bitly, to discuss data driven transformation. She shares her thoughts on what is hype and what is reality.

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Frequently asked questions

Launched in 2020, the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Leaders podcast features insightful conversations between Accenture leaders and a variety of guests from organizations at the forefront of AI, data and cloud. Each month, we release two new episodes on topics relating to challenges, opportunities and industry trends that are top of mind for CDOs, CAOs and CIOs.

The podcast series features many outstanding guests across business, industry and academia. Notable guests include: BP’s Abeth Go, VP – Data and Analytics Platforms and Liam Donohoe - Principal Architect, Data & Analytics Platforms, Dr. Adrian Weller Programme Director for AI at The Alan Turing Institute, Meta’s Engineering Director - Jin Zhang and Ray O'Brien -  independent entrepreneur, finance advisory board member and Accenture Luminary.

You can listen here on our Accenture.com page, or on the following podcast platforms Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, SoundCloud.