People in a World of AI: Not Losing the Focus on the Human

In a rapidly evolving technological landscape dominated by artificial intelligence (AI), it's imperative to maintain a steadfast focus on the human element. Recorded live at the Atlanta CDO/AI Summit, CDM's J.D. Miller sat down with Jig Patel, CTO, Morningstar for a fireside discussion as they talked about the intricate interplay between advancing AI technologies and the enduring importance of human-centric values. This session explores strategies for navigating the integration of AI while safeguarding human welfare, dignity, and empowerment.

Topics of discussion encompass the ethical dimensions of AI deployment, including privacy protection, bias mitigation, and ensuring transparency and accountability. Jig shares insights on fostering a culture of empathy and inclusivity within AI development teams, ensuring that technological advancements align with societal values and needs.

Ultimately, this discussion offers a roadmap for organizations to leverage AI as a tool for positive societal impact, emphasizing the centrality of human values in shaping the future of technology.

The world of AI is revolutionizing every industry. In this episode, we will delve into the transformative power of AI technology within the service industry, with a laser focus on the insurance sector.

Tony Garcia, CISO, Infineo, joins our host, J.D. Miller, as we explore the dynamic intersection of artificial intelligence and insurance, uncover how AI is revolutionizing every aspect of the insurance value chain, from customer acquisition and underwriting to claims processing and risk management.

Data priority and governance structures have taken on a whole new importance in today’s ever-evolving data landscape.

The importance of forming the right governance structures around AI, focusing on safety and security, and creating a data culture that includes education is paramount. Not to mention understanding that the organization, not just the data team, owns the data.

J.D. Miller recently sat down for a fireside discussion at our Minneapolis CDO Summit with Ylan Kazi, CDO, Blue Cross Blue Shield North Dakota. We talked about the role of data governance in AI implementation, the challenge of balancing innovation with AI technologies while maintaining stringent data governance standards, making sure data governance frameworks remain adaptable, and so much more.

Listen to this fireside discussion session recorded live at the Minneapolis Summit.

We are talking digital transformation with Gurpreet Bal, Chief Enterprise Arthitect at Guardian Life.

Our own J.D. Miller had the pleasure of sitting with her recently in Phoenix at our flagship summit - where she was part of a panel discussion around strategizing digital transformation – specifically – empowering tech executives to successfully lead the change.

It is a unique time for tech leaders, and we picked her brain today around her insights, experiences, and strategic approaches that empower leaders to take digital transformation to the next level with confidence and forsight.

This includes aligning digital transformation with business objectives, fostering a culture of innovation… and oh so much more.

In these unique times where AI is not only discussed in every meeting and adding new complexities to tech leader’s jobs – the focus on data and analytics has never been greater.

At our recent CDO Dallas Summit, we broke down a lot of the opportunities but also challenges when it comes to AI.

In a landscape powered by data-driven decision-making and AI advancements, organizations are prioritizing these investments to gain a competitive edge.

J.D. Miller was joined on stage for a fireside discussion with Colin Gick, who runs business intelligence and analytics at Brinks Home Security, to explore the strategic imperatives, challenges, and transformative impact of placing data and analytics at the forefront of organizational priorities.

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How do you get the talent you need?

Acquiring and retaining top talent this year is a top challenge for c-suite leaders. In this week’s Executive Insights podcast, our own J.D. Miller sits down with Sean Barnes (WSS Solutions and The Way of the Wolf podcast) to provide strategies for getting and keeping the talent your organization needs to succeed.

Building and maintaining a skilled and diverse workforce is critical to driving innovation and achieving business objectives.

Implementing proactive strategies for talent development, mentorship, and continuous learning empowers teams to excel and adapt to evolving industry demands. This includes prioritizing employee well-being, work-life balance, and career growth. It is all essential for retaining high-performing tech professionals in a competitive job market. After all, 50% of organizations recognize that recruiting top talent is their number one priority this year.

Click on the link and listen to this week’s podcast, and we’d love to have your feedback in the comments below.

Gary Sorrentino, Global CIO, Zoom joins CDM Media's J.D. Miller for a discussion about how to power your modern workforce. We talk remote work, AI, and the future of the office.

The world of work and corporate communications continue to evolve at a breakneck pace. Hybrid work is dominating our office culture and allowing organizations to collaborate and communicate more effectively than ever before.

In this episode, the two dive into this evolution and get a glimpse into how the modern workforce can take advantage of advancements in technology.

Are Marketers ready for 2024 and beyond. Innovation and flexibility are the keys. J.D. Miller sits down with Cvent CMO Patrick Smith live at their Cvent Connect conference in Las Vegas to dive into cutting-edge marketing tactics and content strategies. A renewed focus on SEO, leveraging artificial intelligence, a spotlight on content, and more. Find out how you need to market differently to keep your department and organization ahead for the rest of this year and into the future.

Data drives nearly every single business today, but accessibility continues to be an issue for many leaders. Today’s podcast is an excerpt from a recent fireside discussion CDM Media’s, J.D. Miller had at our CDO SoCal Summit with Natalie Jacobs.

Natalie is the Vice President – Portfolio Management at Warner Music Group. She’s a 20-year music industry veteran with a specialization in music publishing and the complexities of music data – beginning her career when the industry was still analog and hadn’t fully embraced the shift to a digital space.

Having worked her way up from an entry level clearance admin – she is now part of the leadership team, helping drive a comprehensive tech and data strategy to support the needs of the modern music industry.

Many CISOs struggle to define exactly what "next-generation security" means and how it differs from traditional security approaches. Scot Miller, CISO at Mr Cooper sat with J.D. Miller at our recent CISO Flagship Summit to examine the key features of next-generation security, including advanced analytics, automation, and integration, and explore how they can be used to improve an organization's overall security posture.

Additionally, the two discussed the importance of building a security culture, which is essential for effectively implementing and maintaining next-generation security measures. By focusing on the key elements of next-generation security and the importance of security culture, CISOs can ensure that their organizations are well-positioned to protect themselves from emerging cyber threats.