In this episode of the Chief AI Officer Podcast, we sit down with Stuart Feld, Senior Vice President at Raymond James, to unpack how artificial intelligence is reshaping the financial services industry—from strategy and governance to risk management and real-world implementation. 

Stuart brings a deeply pragmatic perspective on what it takes to deploy AI responsibly inside a large financial institution. We discuss how leadership teams can move beyond AI hype, balance innovation with compliance, and embed AI into decision-making without compromising trust, security, or regulatory standards. 

Key topics covered in this episode: 

• How Raymond James approaches enterprise AI strategy 
• The evolving role of the Chief AI Officer in financial services 
• Managing risk, governance, and compliance in AI systems 
• Where AI is delivering real value today—and where caution is needed 
• Why culture, data readiness, and leadership alignment matter more than tools 
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This conversation is essential listening for C-suite leaders, CIOs, CAIOs, risk officers, and anyone navigating AI adoption in highly regulated industries. 

🎙️ About the Guest: 

Stuart Feld is Senior Vice President at Raymond James, with extensive experience in technology leadership, risk management, and enterprise transformation within financial services. 

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