What's Next with Philip Meissner

In this episode, we explore how the cloud has become the foundation of modern business and how AI is transforming not just technology, but the way leaders make decisions and build teams. Discover why success depends on outcomes, not hype, and how data strategy is now the ultimate competitive edge.Tune in to learn what the future of enterprise innovation really looks like and how to stay ahead of it. Watch now and see what’s next. Timestamps:00:00 The Best Advice to Younger Self00:30 Explaining the Cloud Simply01:19 The Next Generation of Cloud01:53 The Biggest Shift He Witnessed02:56 Outcome-Based Pricing Models04:48 Early Adopters vs. Late Movers06:32 How to Drive Adoption08:20 Cloud as the Foundation of AI09:09 Who’s Profiting from AI?11:54 Will Cloud Capacity Run Out?14:09 Cloud as Critical Infrastructure15:12 The Future of AI Decision-Making17:33 Leading Humans and AI Agents19:21 Why Most AI Projects Fail21:09 The One Question Every CEO Should Ask22:38 Lessons from Two Decades at SAP24:35 Advice for Young Tech Leaders27:00 The Next Decade of Enterprise Tech27:33 Optimism for the Future Connect with Philip Meissner:linkedin.com/in/pmeissner Connect with Thomas Saueressig:linkedin.com/in/thsaueressig#AILeadership #DigitalTransformation #CloudComputing #EnterpriseTechnology #FutureOfWork #AIinBusiness #DataStrategy #BusinessInnovation #TechLeadership #ArtificialIntelligence #CloudStrategy #AIAdoption #DigitalInnovation #BusinessTransformation #FutureOfAI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Watch our 7-minute highlight to discover how responsible AI can reduce bias, lift unheard voices, and make technology fair for all.Listen to the full episode now!Youtube: https://youtu.be/MEG7WAr6SmEApple Podcast: [Apple Podcast Link]Spotify: [Spotify Link] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Could artificial intelligence, once accused of amplifying human bias, now become one of our greatest tools for building a fairer, more inclusive world?In this episode, Luana Génot, founder of Instituto Identidades do Brasil, reveals how responsible AI can become a force for equity, innovation, and economic growth. From reshaping corporate inclusion strategies to advising Brazil’s Presidential Council, Luana shows how diversity drives smarter decisions and even better business outcomes. She also exposes why backlash is a sign of progress and how inclusive data can turn bias into breakthroughs.🎧 Watch now to discover how responsible AI can build a fairer, more competitive future for everyone. Timestamps:00:00 Intro01:09 From Advertising to Equity & Inclusion02:14 How Companies’ Mindsets Have Shifted04:10 Lip Service vs. Real Change06:42 Understanding the Backlash Against DEI09:16 Diversity as a Competitive Advantage13:14 Measuring DEI Success with KPIs15:39 Bringing Inclusion to Brazil’s Presidential Council18:21 What Makes AI Responsible21:08 Testing AI for Fairness23:10 Making AI Benefit Everyone26:26 Hardest Leadership Lesson28:29 Role Models and Inspiration31:16 The Brazil She Hopes to See33:39 What Makes Her OptimisticConnect with Philip Meissner:linkedin.com/in/pmeissner Connect with Luana Génotlinkedin.com/in/luanagenot#ResponsibleAI #AIForGood #ArtificialIntelligence #EthicalAI #FutureOfAI #EquityAndInclusion #DiversityInTech #InclusiveInnovation #TechForAll #AIWithoutBias #DigitalTransformation #SustainableInnovation #TechLeadership #SocialImpact #HumanCenteredAI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’ve curated a special cut revealing how blockchain’s hidden infrastructure, from data security to energy use, is set to transform finance, technology, and everyday life.Listen to the full episode now!Youtube: https://youtu.be/Xc3cc9VnT3EApple Podcast: [Apple Podcast Link]Spotify: [Spotify Link] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if blockchain isn’t just about crypto, but the backbone of our future? In this episode, Agnes Budzyn, a former Wall Street executive turned blockchain investor, explains how decentralized technologies are reshaping finance, powering Web3, unlocking the potential of stablecoins, and driving a new wave of digital infrastructure.From tokenization to regulation, and from hidden risks to massive opportunities, she reveals why blockchain is more than hype. It’s the quiet revolution already changing how we live, work, and connect.Timestamps:00:00 Why decentralized tech is the future of finance01:22 Blockchain as a database and its benefits03:24 Web3: the next phase of the internet04:49 Stablecoins and their global potential06:40 How does stablecoin work07:34 Traditional vs. decentralized finance 09:00 Risks in blockchain adoption10:47 Blockchain applications for businesses12:24 Tokenization & new business models13:38 Exciting blockchain infrastructure trends15:51 How will blockchain change our everyday life18:14 Lessons from the financial crisis at BlackRock19:42 Hidden risks in today’s finance and tech20:51 The role of regulators in digital assets22:32 Coping with stress in high-pressure environments26:17 Transitioning from Wall Street to blockchain28:13 Balancing hype cycles with long-term fundamentals29:42 What makes Agnes optimistic about the futureConnect with Philip Meissner:linkedin.com/in/pmeissner #Blockchain #FutureOfFinance #Decentralization #Web3 #Stablecoins #DigitalAssets #BlockchainTechnology #Tokenization #CryptoInnovation #BlockchainForBusiness #BlockchainRevolution #Fintech #FinancialInnovation #DigitalInfrastructure #NextGenFinance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’ve curated a powerful 7-minute cut unpacking Namibia’s bold hydrogen vision, showing how inspired leadership turned risk into opportunity, why global players are betting on its green future, and what other nations can learn from this daring industrial leap.Listen to the full episode now!Youtube: https://youtu.be/30Z35uWkb9UApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/green-industrialization-namibias-path-to-global-leadership/id1793306908?i=1000727970566Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1ExdrbQsGm2SoVYGeDhb1U?si=80ec4f89be7341a7 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can a small nation lead the next industrial revolution? Namibia is betting big on green hydrogen to fuel growth, cut carbon, and build entirely new industries from scratch.Discover how the country’s bold strategy could transform its economy, inspire Africa, and position Namibia at the forefront of the global clean energy race. Watch now to see how green industrialization is reshaping the future.Timestamps:00:00 What Green Industrialization Means to James01:00 The Boldest Career Move01:43 Starting the Green Hydrogen Journey03:04 Making the Case for Hydrogen04:47 Hydrogen Explained Simply06:34 Namibia’s Green Industrialization Blueprint09:24 Visionary Leadership & Early Wins11:29 Collaboration with Global Partners13:22 Africa’s Green Hydrogen Alliance16:19 Turning Strategy into Execution19:30 Balancing Public & Private Interests22:38 Africa in the New Global Order26:04 Namibia’s 10-Year Vision28:56 Moving from Private to Public Sector30:56 What James Had to Learn & Unlearn33:08 Advice for Others35:51 What Makes James OptimisticConnect with Philip MeissnerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissnerConnect with James Mnyupehttps://www.linkedin.com/company/james-mnyupe/Check out James' TED Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/james_mnyupe_a_small_nation_s_surprising_solution_to_unemployment#GreenIndustrialization #SustainableDevelopment #Namibia #GreenHydrogen #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergyFuture #AfricanInnovation #EconomicTransformation #ClimateAction #SustainableAfrica #HydrogenEconomy #EnergyTransition #FutureOfAfrica #GlobalSustainability #GreenGrowth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’ve curated a powerful 7-minute cut uncovering how real healthcare innovation comes from the ground up, from Rwanda’s telehealth and drones to Thailand’s community health networks, showing why the future of global health is less about Silicon Valley and more about resilient, human-led systems built to last.Listen to the full episode now!Youtube: https://youtu.be/rjOEVtAxh7kApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/health-leapfrogging-old-systems-with-smarter-solutions/id1793306908?i=1000725632621Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3aHRnrf8CS6dTFwN7HSnS5?si=49f90a37553b48d1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does the future of global health really look like?In this powerful conversation, Mishti Sivaramakrishnan shares how fragile healthcare systems are being tested by pandemics, climate change, and political conflict—and why resilience, innovation, and community voices are key to survival. From leapfrogging outdated systems to the promise of digital health and telemedicine, discover what’s working, what’s failing, and how we can build a fairer, healthier world. Timestamps:00:00 Mishti’s path into public health and why it matters02:46 Biggest challenges facing global healthcare today05:23 Why access to care is still so uneven07:52 Tech trends shaping the next decade of healthcare10:01 Real-world examples of technology making a difference13:19 Ground-up innovations vs Silicon Valley solutions15:30 Leapfrogging: building new healthcare systems from scratch18:30 A vision for inclusive, tech-enabled healthcare21:06 Caring for young and aging populations globally24:55 One wish for global health policymakers26:11 Small but meaningful actions listeners can take27:06 Lessons learned from working directly with communities28:04 Message for future global health leaders29:11 What makes Mishti optimistic about the futureConnect with Philip MeissnerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissnerConnect with Sharmishta Sivaramakrishnanhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/sharmishta-s-964064217/#GlobalHealth #PublicHealth #HealthEquity #HealthcareInnovation #DigitalHealth #Telehealth #HealthSystems #GlobalHealthcare #HealthAccess #HealthcarePolicy #HealthTech #Leapfrogging #CommunityHealth #HealthForAll #FutureOfHealth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’ve curated a special 7-minute episode covering Ukraine’s unexpected war, Gaza’s costly strategic errors, rising Taiwan tensions, and why a Second Cold War, and stronger NATO, US, and European action, may be vital to preserving global peace.Listen to the full episode now!Youtube: https://youtu.be/ysqIFpoDQ-AApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/defense-the-tech-and-command-skills-to-win-tomorrows-wars/id1793306908?i=1000723524501Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3eNM3tB0H0qRbH8P4UGAXd?si=28db4a13b30b4a97 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.