In this AI in Action episode, David Levy talks with Yashodha Bhavnani, Head of AI at Box, about how enterprises can turn massive volumes of unstructured data into high-value intelligence.

Yashodha explains how Box is embedding AI into its content platform for easier data management without compromising security or governance. She shares real-world examples of enterprise content management and explains how agentic AI powers smarter workflows.

The conversation also covers the role of IBM watsonx® in Box AI and what it takes to bring AI from experimentation into production.

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In this AI in Action episode, David Levy talks with Alon Cohen about how the UFC has turned its deep history of data into clear, meaningful insights. Alon shares how the team has moved from basic number tracking to smart systems powered by machine learning, computer vision and NLP. Thanks to better data management and processing, the team can measure speed, power and even fighter intent with far more accuracy.

He explains why combat sports are challenging in terms of AI and data analysis, and how IBM watsonx® helps deliver real-time insights to fans and commentators. The episode also covers why building good AI takes patience, steady improvement and the careful judgment of people who truly understand the sport.

0:00 Intro

04:11 Understanding MMA athletes and the culture

07:17 Identifying the opportunity for statistical analysis in UFC

09:28 The challenges of AI with real-time fight data

16:24 How the UFC uses IBM watsonx® to power UFC Insights

21:34 What data reaches UFC commentators

25:14 How IBM and UFC built and trained the models

31:08 How UFC measures the success of AI-driven fan experiences

34:02 Advice for businesses advancing with AI

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Can agentic AI solve the scalability challenge in wealth management while expanding access to underserved communities?

Ramona Ortega believes it can, but only with the right foundation. She explains how WealthBuild has moved from basic chatbots to RAG and now to agentic workflows that can deliver accurate and personalized guidance at scale. In her opinion, the real blockers aren’t algorithms but messy data, governance gaps and enterprise-grade security.

Since traditional financial services can’t reach many everyday consumers, she partners with community banks to close the gap. For her, the future lies where AI, APIs and blockchain meet, opening the door to accessible and democratized financial advice.

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Every company is sitting on a mountain of data, but only a few know what to do with it. In this episode of AI in Action, Madison Faulkner talks with David Levy about turning data chaos into clarity. She explores how agentic AI depends on strong data management and data governance, and why unstructured data and big data only create value when they’re organized with purpose. In other words, the real competitive edge isn’t the AI itself; it’s the data behind it. Because in the end, intelligent systems are only as powerful as the data that trains them.

0:00 Intro

1:35 Madison Faulkner’s journey

2:40 The birth of data science

4:00 Bridging Silicon Valley hype with real-world industries

8:40 Structuring unstructured data for agentic AI

12:00 Automation, knowledge graphs and agentic sourcing

16:40 Tactical and organizational failures in data strategy

20:30 Data as code: The next wave of infrastructure

24:00 Rethinking data foundations for agentic AI

30:12 Turning data governance into a real business advantage

33:45 Final takeaways: Clarity over chaos in the AI era

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AI can drive transformation or create new vulnerabilities. The difference lies in how we lead. In this episode of AI in Action, former CISA Director Jen Easterly joins David Levy to discuss the intersection of AI governance and cybersecurity, and how leadership and accountability shape both.

Watch the episode to understand how security guardrails, robust systems, and a culture that values safety as much as speed can help organizations innovate boldly yet responsibly. Because real AI-based innovation isn’t just smart. It’s also safe.

Timestamps:

0:00 Intro

0:55 Jen Easterly’s journey from national security to AI governance

2:28 How imagination shapes innovation and risk

4:06 Innovation under pressure in the field

7:04 The power of data and information-driven defense

8:25 Agentic AI is transforming both defense and attack

9:45 Making security part of software design

13:50 Accountability and leadership in AI governance

17:39 Creating a culture that values safety and innovation

24:17 Collaboration, resilience and the future of AI security

28:04 Emerging AI threats and the evolving security landscape

30:12 Key takeaways on leadership, accountability and trust

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Procurement is stepping into the future with AI. In this AI in Action episode, expert Daniel Barnes chats with David Levy about how agentic AI is shaking up procurement, which has long been stuck in spreadsheets and slow processes.

Watch the episode to understand how AI is pulling insights from contracts, vendor documents and other datasets, empowering procurement teams to make smarter, faster decisions. Also, learn how some companies are stumbling by trying to AI everything at once. Companies need to understand that the smart move is to start small and then scale up.

0:00 - Intro

02:14 - Data management in procurement

08:45 - How agentic AI has changed procurement

13:10 - How AI and data are redefining vendor evaluation

17:17 - Getting CPOs started with the right technology

23:54 - The rise of agentic negotiators

26:37 - Risks of ignoring AI-driven procurement opportunities

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Most companies struggle with AI. And it’s usually not because the technology doesn’t work, but because the right adoption approach isn’t followed.

As Conor Grennan, Chief AI Architect at New York University, puts it, treating AI like a digital transformation initiative is a recipe for failure. What actually works is when leaders move beyond rolling out AI tools and drive the behavioral shift that sets clear expectations and enables real change.

When leadership teams get the people part right, they can avoid the usual mistakes, align teams on what matters and turn AI into real business results.

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0:00 Intro

04:52 AI adoption is a behavioral challenge

07:55 AI isn’t digital transformation

11:30 The risk of using AI agents as mere replacements

16:31 Finding the AI champion who drives change

18:18 The shift from commands to conversations

22:39 The foundation for scaling AI workflows

32:22 Why AI agents aren’t just machines

33:15 Trust, hallucinations and the data problem

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AI and robotics are revolutionizing industrial work and automation by enhancing efficiency, reducing costs and safeguarding human workers from hazardous tasks.

In this episode, Aaron Saunders, CTO of Boston Dynamics, delves into the transformative potential of AI-powered robotics, highlighting how robots are becoming safer, more cost-effective and widely accessible through Robotics as a Service (RaaS).

He shares real-world applications of industrial robotics, insights into ROI and the shift from deterministic systems to open-ended technologies, while also addressing key challenges, such as managing expectations and ensuring data privacy. 

Timestamps:

0:00 Intro

03:03 The future of robots with generative AI

07:22 Beyond warehouses: New uses for AI robots

12:29 ROI from AI-powered robotics

15:13 The next phase of AI and robotics

18:41 Guidance for CTOs on AI and robotics

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AI in retail is no longer a buzzword. It’s a reality, and Tractor Supply Company has been one of the pioneers in driving it forward.

In this conversation, Glenn Allison, VP of AI platforms at Tractor Supply Company, explains how AI communicators, mobile apps and computer vision are making life easier for teams and creating a truly AI-enabled customer experience.

Watch the episode to witness generative AI in action. Discover how it’s reshaping workflows, powering decisions and fueling innovation across retail.

Timestamps:

0:00 Intro

03:34 Balancing AI innovation and operations

06:09 AI agents transforming retail

12:54 Scaling up for AI

17:25 Continuous learning in the age of AI

19:56 Boosting ROI through AI

22:40 The workforce response to AI

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Is generative AI just a productivity hack—or your team’s secret to loving work again? Deborah Lovich, Managing Director and Senior Partner, Boston Consulting Group, believes that when AI is used to decrease the grind and increase the joy, employees embrace it instead of resisting.

Hence, Deborah encourages businesses to develop AI tools with employees, equip managers to lead AI adoption and customize AI learning opportunities. The result? Motivated teams, lower churn and bigger profits.

Catch the full discussion to learn how you can transform work by putting your people at the center of all AI initiatives.

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