DisrupTV

This week on DisrupTV, we interviewed Ilias Simpson, President at Cart.com and Payam Zamani, Chairman & CEO, One Planet Group and Inspirato and author of Crossing the Desert. Ilias discussed his journey from a college athlete to a CEO, highlighting his experience in logistics and supply chain management. He emphasized the importance of leadership, teamwork, and adapting techniques across industries. Payam shared his immigrant experience and advocated for "spiritual capitalism," emphasizing the integration of virtues and service in business to create sustainable, ethical enterprises. Both discussions underscored the evolving nature of leadership and the importance of purpose and values in business success. DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R "Ray" Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11:00 a.m. PT/ 2:00 p.m. ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.

This week on DisrupTV, we interviewed Kirstie Papworth, author of Compassionate Leadership and Ravin Jesuthasan, co-author of The Skills-Powered Organization: The Journey to the Next-Generation Enterprise. Papworth emphasized the misconception that compassionate leadership is weak, citing research showing that compassionate leaders foster higher employee engagement and retention. Jesuthasan highlighted the rapid shift in skill premiums due to #AI and the climate crisis, stressing the need for organizations to re-skill and up-skill their workforce. He outlined three core capabilities for effective skill development: understanding demand signals, translating gaps into priorities, and deploying skills productively. Both authors emphasized the importance of intentional, continuous learning and development. DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R "Ray" Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11:00 a.m. PT/ 2:00 p.m. ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.

This week on DisrupTV, we interviewed Terence Mauri, founder of the Hack Future Lab, and author of The Upside of Disruption, Mark Abraham, Senior Partner at Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and co-author of Personalized, David Edelman, Senior Lecturer at Harvard Business School and co-author of Personalized and Jon Reed, Cofounder at diginomica. Terence Mauri emphasizes the importance of bold decisions and the need for leaders to adapt to the rapid changes brought by AI. He introduces the concept of "warm AI" versus "cold AI," advocating for AI that prioritizes humanity. Mark Abraham and David Edelman discuss the potential of AI in personalization, highlighting that only 10% of brands effectively use customer data, leading to $2 trillion in incremental growth. They stress the importance of integrating AI with human judgment and creativity. Jon Reed critiques the overhyped promises of AI and underscores the need for responsible AI implementation. DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R "Ray" Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11:00 a.m. PT/ 2:00 p.m. ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.

This week on DisrupTV, we interviewed Matt Yanchyshyn, VP, Amazon Web Services (AWS) Marketplace and Partner Services and John Nosta, President at NostaLab. Matt highlighted the growth of AWS Marketplace, which now offers over 42,000 products with ROIs over 200-300%. He emphasized the importance of speed and innovation, noting that AI and large language models (LLMs) are transforming procurement by offering sophisticated recommendations and automated validation. John discussed the cognitive age, where LLMs unlock thoughts, enhancing human cognition and creativity. He stressed the need for businesses to adapt quickly to exponential change, emphasizing continuous learning and ethical stewardship of knowledge. DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R "Ray" Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11:00 a.m. PT/ 2:00 p.m. ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.

This week on DisrupTV, we interviewed Brian Solis, Head of Global Innovation at ServiceNow & author of Mindshift: Transform Leadership, Drive Innovation, and Reshape the Future and Pascal BORNET, the founder and former leader of the “AI and Automation” practices at McKinsey & Company and Ernst & Young and author of Irreplaceable: The Art of Standing Out in the Age of Artificial Intelligence. Brian discussed his new book "Mindshift," emphasizing the need for leaders to embrace innovation and challenge legacy models. He highlighted the importance of self-awareness and scenario planning to navigate the "novel economy" shaped by AI. Pascal introduced his book "Irreplaceable," focusing on the three competencies of the future: AI readiness, change readiness, and human readiness. Pascal stressed the importance of genuine creativity, critical thinking, and social authenticity in maintaining human relevance amidst technological advancements. DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R "Ray" Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11:00 a.m. PT/ 2:00 p.m. ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.

This week on DisrupTV, we interviewed Laura Urquizu Barasoain, CEO & President of Red Points, George Mathew, Managing Director at Insight Partners and William Ury, Author of Possible: How We Survive (and Thrive) in an Age of Conflict. Laura discussed the evolution of digital risks and the importance of AI in combating online fraud, highlighting Red Points' growth from 9.2 million infringing sites in 2019 to 26.5 million in 2023. George shared Insight's $4.6 billion investment in AI and ML, emphasizing the shift towards agentic AI and digital workers. William stressed the importance of curiosity and possibility thinking in resolving conflicts, sharing personal anecdotes to illustrate his points. DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R "Ray" Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11:00 a.m. PT/ 2:00 p.m. ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.

This week on DisrupTV, we interviewed John Kreul, Chief Information & Digital Officer at Jewelers Mutual Group, Krystle C., Senior Vice President, Marketing & Digital Business at Jewelers Mutual Group and Barry Conchie and Sarah Dalton, Co-authors of The Five Talents That Really Matter: How Great Leaders Drive Extraordinary Performance. This episode featured discussions on leadership talents, data technology, and customer personalization. John Kreul and Krystle Craycraft from Jewelers Mutual Group discussed their 111-year-old company's transformation into a digital-first business, leveraging AI and data analytics to enhance customer experiences. They highlighted the importance of personalized insurance and the need for frictionless customer interactions. Barry Conchie and Sarah Dalton, authors of "The Five Talents That Really Matter," emphasized the significance of traits like setting direction, harnessing drive, exerting pressure, building connectivity, and controlling traffic in effective leadership. They also discussed the potential of AI in enhancing leadership assessments and decision-making. DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R "Ray" Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11:00 a.m. PT/ 2:00 p.m. ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.

This week on DisrupTV, we interviewed Jeremy Kahn, author of Mastering AI: A Survival Guide to Our Superpowered Future and AI Editor at Fortune Magazine and Larry Dignan, Editor in Chief, Constellation Research. We focused the discussion around the dual promise and pitfalls of AI integration across industries. Jeremy Kahn's recent book, "Mastering AI," addresses the potential threats posed by AI, such as diminishing human intellect, over-reliance on chatbots for social connection, and ethical concerns related to business models involving AI. Positive impacts include increased productivity, enhanced healthcare through drug discovery, and advanced education via AI-enhanced tutoring. We also explored the role of AI in enhancing communication, emotional intelligence, and organizational efficiencies, while cautioning against complacency and the necessity for strategic adaptation in the rapidly evolving technological landscape. DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R "Ray" Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11:00 a.m. PT/ 2:00 p.m. ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.

This week on DisrupTV, we interviewed Bonnie Hayden Cheng, Author of The Return on Kindness and Andrew Chow, author of Cryptomania: Hype, Hope, and the Fall of FTX's Billion-Dollar Fintech Empire. Dr. Bonnie Hayden Chen discussed her book "The Return on Kindness," emphasizing the importance of kindness in leadership. She debunked myths about kindness being a weakness, highlighting its tangible benefits. Chen introduced the RISE model for kind leadership: Role Modeling, Intentional Flexibility, Supportive Action, Energy, and Equipping. Andrew Chow discussed his book "Crypto Mania," detailing the 2022 crypto crash and the rise of risky actors like Sam Bankman-Fried and Do Kwon. He noted the impact of macroeconomic factors and the role of regulatory changes in shaping the crypto market's future. DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R "Ray" Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11:00 a.m. PT/ 2:00 p.m. ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.

This week on DisrupTV, we interviewed Anand Iyer, PhD, MBA, Chief AI Officer at Welldoc, Dr. Frederik G. Pferdt, Google’s first (and former) Chief Innovation Evangelist and author of What's Next is Now: How to Live Future Ready and Jeff Wetzler, author of Ask: Tap Into the Hidden Wisdom of People Around You for Unexpected Breakthroughs in Leadership and Life. This episode of DisrupTV featured discussions on leveraging AI in healthcare, digital health, and future readiness. Anand Iyer, Chief AI Officer at Well Doc, highlighted AI's role in transforming diabetes care through digital therapeutics. He emphasized AI's potential in improving patient outcomes and efficiency. Frederik Pferdt, former Chief Innovation Evangelist at Google, discussed his upcoming book on future readiness, focusing on optimism, openness, curiosity, experimentation, and empathy. Jeff Wetzler, CEO of Transcend, shared insights on the importance of asking questions to tap into hidden wisdom, advocating for a culture of curiosity and learning. Here are some of the questions we touched on: 📌 What is healthcare trying to solve by utilizing AI? 📌 What are some examples or use cases where AI is particularly helpful in healthcare? 📌 What is the future of AI in healthcare and what will it take to get there? 📌 What does a future-ready “mindstate” mean? 📌 What is unreserved openness? 📌 What’s the role of curiosity in being ready for the future, and how can we get it back? 📌 What kind of information are people most likely to withhold from us and why? 📌 Why don’t we ask as many questions as we should? 📌 What are the benefits of The Ask Approach? DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R "Ray" Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11:00 a.m. PT/ 2:00 p.m. ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.