39 - The Future of Work: How the White-Collar Job Transformation Shapes Innovation
In this episode, Michael Johnson, President of NJII (New Jersey Innovation Institute), joins host Dean Guida to discuss how NJII bridges academia and industry by commercializing intellectual property and fostering entrepreneurship. He explains NJII’s venture studio model, which partners with corporations to build startups, and highlights their use of AI to drive internal efficiency and support small businesses. Michael shares success stories, addresses challenges in team building, and emphasizes AI as an enabler rather than a job replacer.
37 - The Emotional Intelligence of AI: Can Machines Really Understand Us?
In this episode, host Dean Guida speaks with leadership expert Sonja Price, Executive Adviser at Infinite Leaders, about the evolving landscape of leadership and organizational culture in the age of AI. They discuss the integration of AI in workplaces, the importance of emotional intelligence, and maintaining strong company culture as organizations scale. Sonja highlights the need for conscious leadership, ethical AI use, and empowering teams, while Dean shares lessons from his own leadership journey.
28 - Unlocking the Future: The Intersection of Quantum Computing and AI Explained
In this episode, Dean Guida is joined by Nuri Cankaya, Vice President for Commercial & AI Marketing at Intel Corporation, to discuss the convergence of quantum computing and artificial intelligence. Nuri shares insights on quantum breakthroughs, challenges in AI training data, and how combining the two technologies can drive innovation across industries. The conversation also touches on open-source AI models, transparency, responsible development, regulation, and the broader societal impact of AI.
23 - Adapting to Change: How AI is Transforming Digital Marketing and SEO Strategies
In this episode, Dean Guida speaks with Ivan Vislavskiy, Co-Founder and CEO of Comrade, about how AI is reshaping digital marketing strategies, particularly the shift from traditional SEO to AI-driven methods like geo generative engine optimization. Ivan shares key insights on tracking KPIs, cost analysis, and adapting marketing strategies to leverage AI tools effectively. He also discusses his company's growth, emphasizing the importance of building the right team and making data-driven decisions to stay competitive in an AI-driven landscape.
