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In this episode, AWS Enterprise Strategist Miriam McLemore joins Melissa Sargeant, the Chief Marketing Officer of AlphaSense, to dive deep into the world of marketing and AI. Melissa shares her journey and the pivotal role she plays in transforming AlphaSense's marketing strategy to meet the demands of the rapidly evolving market intelligence platform. They discuss the challenges of scaling marketing operations, the importance of personalization and trust in AI-driven technology, and the unique culture of constant learning that drives AlphaSense's success.
In this episode, Tanuja Randery, Managing Director of AWS for Europe, Middle East, and Africa, is joined by Sanjay Brahmawar, CEO of Software AG, who shares his experiences, leadership style, and lessons learned while leading a successful organizational transformation. Discover how Software AG is embracing generative AI to solve real-world industry challenges, and the steps taken to empower diverse teams for customer-centric success.
In this episode, AWS Enterprise Strategists Miriam McLemore, Phil Le-Brun, and Tom Godden highlight the need for clear purpose, shared tenets, and diversity within organizations to drive resilience and innovation. They provide practical steps for leaders to foster a long-term, future-focused mindset, including aligning teams around common goals and creating a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
Multicloud -- or using more than one cloud service provider simultaneously across an organization -- is a topic surrounded by myths and confusion. In this episode, Enterprise Strategist Tom Godden covers eight practices for engaging a multicloud strategy, including identifying when it does and does not make sense, developing a clear strategy, and prioritizing security. Read the original blog post: https://aws.amazon.com/blogs/enterprise-strategy/proven-practices-for-developing-a-multicloud-strategy/ Gregor Hohpe's article Multicloud: From Buzzword to Decision Model: https://architectelevator.com/cloud/multi-cloud-decision-model/ AWS Solutions for Hybrid and Multicloud: https://aws.amazon.com/hybrid-multicloud/
Join AWS Enterprise Strategists Tom Godden, Phil Le-Brun, and Miriam McLemore, as they discuss how generative AI is not just a buzzword but a game-changing technology on par with historical innovations like the printing press and electricity. They emphasize the importance of strong data foundations and responsible AI practices, urging leaders to harness the power of generative AI for value-driven outcomes. Learn how generative AI can enhance customer operations, sales, marketing, R&D, and software development, and discover how to navigate the journey of transformation with your entire organization.
How can executive leaders think strategically about their organization's sustainability efforts? Join AWS Enterprise Strategist Tom Soderstrom, Infosys Knowledge Institute Chief Learner and Sharer Jeff Kavanaugh, and Principal Specialist of Machine Learning at AWS Ilan Gleiser as they delve into practical advice for exploring renewable energy sources and offsetting carbon emissions. They emphasize the importance of a systems-thinking approach and the role of technology, such as AI/ML, in driving sustainability efforts. The episode also touches on real-world examples of positive impact on both business and the environment, such as circular economy initiatives, and includes advice for calculating impact metrics.
In this episode, Tanuja Randery, Managing Director of AWS for Europe, Middle East, and Africa, sits down with Leigh Tavaziva, the Group Chief Operating Officer at the BBC, to explore the organization's ambitious digital transformation plan, which aims to create a modern, digital-led organization that also preserves its core values and public responsibilities. The conversation touches on diversity and inclusion initiatives, the BBC's commitment to gender balance, and its embrace of generative AI while upholding its public purpose. Listen in for valuable insights into leadership, culture, and the future of media.
In this episode, Jake Burns, AWS Enterprise Strategist, and Cristina Fonseca, VP of Product in charge of AI/ML at Zendesk, share insights on the optimal implementation of AI in customer experience, underscoring the importance of striking a balance between automation and human interaction. Cristina explores the potential of AI to elevate customer journeys, from refined searches to personalized responses, while prioritizing human assistance for intricate cases. The episode delves into AI's transformative prowess across diverse industries and underscores the collaborative synergy between human ingenuity and technological advancements, steering AI towards positive impact.
In this episode, Tanuja Randery, Managing Director of AWS for Europe, Middle East, and Africa, sits down with Leila Fourie, Group CEO of the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, to delve into the transformative power of gender equality, technological innovation, and democratizing access to data. Fourie shares her insights on fostering inclusive leadership, the vital role of technology in driving growth, and the JSE's pioneering initiatives, from the Trade Explorer to AI-driven social listening. Discover how leadership, confidence, and a culture of continuous learning drive success in a rapidly evolving business landscape
In this Security Leaders conversation, we’re catching up with CJ Moses, Chief Information Security Officer at AWS, on the topic of vulnerability management. Join CJ and Clarke Rodgers, Director of AWS Enterprise Strategy, as they discuss basic cyber-defense strategies that have enormous impact.
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