Jason Loehr, a data and AI advisor with experience across companies like Camping World and Brown-Forman, joins Jeremy Bloom to discuss how leaders can combine technology, empathy, and critical thinking to navigate digital transformation. They explore Jason’s early experience launching one of the first online catalogs, how consumer-first thinking shaped his career, and why AI should empower people rather than replace them. Jason also shares insights on leadership, curiosity, and how organizations can use data and learning agendas to make better decisions.

Takeaways

Chapters

00:00 Jeremy welcomes Jason and introduces his background in digital transformation and marketing.

01:00 Jason shares his career journey from early e-commerce to working with major global brands.

03:30 Why consumer-centric thinking should guide technology and digital decisions.

05:30 Leadership traits, including curiosity, relationship building, and humility.

08:30 How AI and empathy work together in the future of work.

10:20 Using data and learning agendas to improve decision making.

13:00 A leadership framework automates predictable tasks, elevates human insight, and optimizes velocity.

14:00 The mentors and relationships that shaped Jason’s career.

16:00 Why leaders must stay intentional when adopting new technologies.