AI isn’t just a buzzword anymore—it’s a business imperative. But most leaders still don’t know where to begin. In this episode, Rocco sits down with Kathleen Perley, Rice University professor, founder of Demystify AI, and author of AI Made Simple: Results Made Real. Kathleen breaks down how to actually integrate AI into your organization, without the smoke and mirrors.

Topics include:

The biggest myths executives believe about AI

Why small businesses might beat big corporations in the AI race

Real-life case studies from Kathleen’s students building AI tools for space missions and neurodivergent teens

Why AI literacy matters more than coding skills

How Agentic AI is unlocking new workflows and freeing up executive time

If you're a founder, executive, or just trying to make sense of AI without the hype, this episode is your no-nonsense playbook.

🧠 Learn more: https://www.demystifai.com/

📕 Buy the book: AI Made Simple: Results Made Real

🚀 Hosted by Rocco Strydom | Follow the pod: https://linktr.ee/sgmpodcast