The Future of Human Experience

Built to Uplift, Barbara Whye's Lessons in Legacy


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Join host Eric Rodriguez as he sits down with Dr. Barbara Whye, a retired tech executive, leader in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and a doctoral recipient in the Human and Social Dimensions of Science and Technology, to discuss her groundbreaking career and insights on the future of artificial intelligence. Get straight-to-the-point advice on leadership, navigating change, and building a human-centered tech future.

 

In this episode:

-Barbara Whye’s journey: from 35 years in tech to redefining retirement as "preferment" -Strategies for impactful leadership and building inclusive teams -Navigating the challenges and opportunities of artificial intelligence in the workforce -How to bring diverse voices and communities into decisions around AI and technology -Why slowing down, listening, and creating sustainable systems matter for real innovation

 

Don’t miss this honest, practical conversation on leading with purpose in tech’s changing landscape!

 

 

00:00 Tech Journey: Learning and Impact 06:02 Presidential Introduction Opportunity 08:57 Leadership and Presentation Insights 12:34 PhD in AI-Driven HR Analytics 15:57 Embrace and Engage with AI 19:14 Transformative Collaboration with Time 23:36 "Grounding Through Impactful Work" 25:22 Empathy and Knowledge Sharing 31:03 "AI Workshops for Generational Insights" 34:13 "Thank You, Barbara: Our Inspiration"

 

Eric J. Rodriguez is a human-centered futurist, keynote speaker, and host of The Future of Human Experience podcast. With a passion for innovation, leadership, and the intersection of humanity and technology, Eric empowers organizations and individuals to navigate a rapidly evolving world while keeping human values at the core.

 

 

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The Future of Human ExperienceBy Eric J Rodriguez