The Circuit with Emily Chang Marc Benioff’s Race to One Billion Agents
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Jun 27, 2025 
Marc Benioff, Co-Founder & CEO of Salesforce, shares insights on the rise of AI agents and the challenges of leading a memeable tech giant. He discusses his early days in San Francisco and the transformation of the CEO role in a digital world. The conversation touches on how AI is reshaping the workforce, the need for fair competition against monopolistic practices, and the importance of innovation in healthcare. Benioff also emphasizes the role of business in social change, showcasing his belief in responsible tech.
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Benioff's Programming Origin Story
- Marc Benioff started programming at 15 after buying a computer with money he earned cleaning jewelry cases.
- He sold his first software called How to Juggle and progressed to more advanced computers and projects.
AI as CEO's Partner
- AI has become a key partner for CEOs, making the leadership role less lonely and more collaborative.
- Benioff now writes business plans with input from a human and an AI partner.
Billion AI Agents Goal
- Salesforce is on track to have one billion AI agents deployed by year's end.
- These agents are rapidly growing and facilitating autonomous tasks for customers.