Best Enterprise Risk Management Process Podcasts (2025)

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Building Better PCB Layouts with AI Driven Optimization - with Alain-Sam Cohen of InstaDeep 23:18

1h ago23:18

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Today’s guest is Alain-Sam Cohen, Head of Product at InstaDeep—an AI firm using reinforcement learning and other advanced techniques to solve complex design and optimization problems across industries. It may not make headlines like generative AI, but for manufacturers and engineers, PCB design remains one of the most time-intensive steps in buildi…

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Leveraging Data to Scale Drug Development Globally - with Damion Nero of Takeda 29:26

31m ago29:26

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Today’s guest is Damion Nero, Head of Data Science at Takeda Pharmaceuticals. With over 15 years of experience applying AI, machine learning, and real-world data to drug development and precision medicine, Damion joins Emerj Managing Editor Matthew DeMello to explore the evolving role of AI in drug development and supply chain management. He breaks…

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Rethinking Customer Experiences with AI-Driven Conversations - with Alan Ranger of Cognigy 29:05

2h ago29:05

29:05

With customer expectations at an all-time high, even one broken interaction can result in permanent brand damage. In this episode of ‘AI in Business,’ Cognigy Chief Marketing Officer Alan Ranger joins Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello to explore how conversational, generative, and agentic AI are reshaping contact center strategy across telec…

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Preliminary Warning Letters: Per NCUA's National Supervision Policy Manual (NSPM) 8:22

5d ago8:22

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www.marktreichel.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-treichel/ www.marktreichel.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-treichel/ Are you worried about an NCUA exam in process or looming on the horizon? Don't face it alone! We're ex-NCUA insiders with decades of experience, ready to guide you to success. Our team understands the intricacies of NCUA e…

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The Evolving Role of AI in Modernizing Clinical Trials - with Xiong Liu of Novartis 28:29

1h ago28:29

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Today’s guest is Xiong Liu, Director of Data Science and AI at Novartis. Xiong returns to the platform in a special episode brought to you by Medable to explore the evolving role of AI in modernizing clinical trials. Their conversation covers how life sciences teams are leveraging AI to streamline data workflows, accelerate study readiness, and mai…

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Driving Data Security in Unstructured and Structured Data for Customer Analytics - with Jiaxi Zhu of Google 26:21

9h ago26:21

26:21

Today’s guest is Jiaxi Zhu, Head of Analytics & Insights at Google. Jiaxi joins Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello to explore how enterprises can strengthen data security and governance as customer analytics increasingly relies on both structured and unstructured data. As organizations expand their use of sources like call transcripts, social…

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Laying the Groundwork for Enterprise AI in Banking and Finance - with Chris Tapley of EPAM 42:49

4d ago42:49

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Today’s guest is Chris Tapley, Vice President and Head of Financial Services Consulting for North America at EPAM Systems. EPAM is a global digital engineering company that provides software development and consulting services across industries, including financial services, healthcare, and media. With deep experience guiding AI adoption in regulat…

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Scaling Drug Manufacturing from Clinical Trials to Commercial Production - with Shreyas Becker of Sanofi 24:25

5d ago24:25

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Today’s guest is Shreyas Becker, Head of AI & Data Products, Manufacturing & Supply at Sanofi. Shreyas joins Emerj Managing Editor Matthew DeMello to discuss the practical application of AI in life sciences, focusing on tools that are already improving supply chain resilience and manufacturing efficiency. He explains how AI helps navigate geopoliti…

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Shadow AI and Smart Risk: Navigating Enterprise Innovation with Lianne Appelt of Salesforce 16:16

11d ago16:16

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We’re coming to you LIVE from Riskworld 2025! In this episode of Brick by Brick, Jason Reichl sits down with Lianne Appelt, Enterprise Risk Management lead at Salesforce, to explore the hidden world of 'Shadow AI' - the unauthorized AI tools employees use that put companies at risk. Lianne shares her journey from traditional tech companies like Ora…

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What Are NCUA's Enforcement Options and Philosophy? 6:37

12d ago6:37

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www.marktreichel.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-treichel/ Enforcement actions range from formal to informal, and minor to drastic. Today we discuss what NCUA's philosophy is in this regard. Are you worried about an NCUA exam in process or looming on the horizon? Don't face it alone! We're ex-NCUA insiders with decades of experience, ready to …

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AI Data Strategies for Life Sciences Agriculture and Materials Science - with Daniel Ferrante of Deloitte 40:04

9d ago40:04

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Today’s guest is Daniel Ferrante, AI Leader in R&D and Data Strategy at Deloitte. Daniel joins Emerj CEO and Head of Research Daniel Faggella on today’s show to delve into the intersection of AI, data strategy, and research and development across industries such as agriculture, life sciences, and materials science. Ferrante breaks down the core cha…

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Unlocking Operational Efficiency with AI in Accounting Departments - with Greg Cucino of RoundTable 24:17

6d ago24:17

24:17

Today’s guest is Greg Cucino, Managing Director at RoundTable Strategy Advisors. RoundTable is a leading firm specializing in CFO and NetSuite services that help businesses boost financial management and operational efficiency. Greg joins Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello on the podcast to share his perspective on how AI is redefining the CF…

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Managing AI Risks: Strategies for Innovation and Security with Alec Crawford 26:04

13d ago26:04

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When did you first realize AI was going to change the way we work? Long before ChatGPT and today’s AI boom, Alec Crawford was already deep in the field—surviving the second AI winter and pioneering predictive analytics. Now, he helps businesses navigate the hidden dangers of AI adoption. From building neural networks at Harvard to founding AI Risk,…

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How AI is Reshaping Commercial Insurance and Risk Assessment - with Sidharth Ojha of AXA XL 26:39

8d ago26:39

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Today’s guest is Sidharth Ojha, Head of Process Optimization in Data and AI at AXA XL, a global commercial insurance and reinsurance company and subsidiary of AXA. Sidharth joins Emerj Managing Editor Matthew DeMello to discuss how AI is being applied across commercial insurance workflows with real, measurable impact. He explains how machine learni…

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How Integrated Systems Are Reshaping Global Risk Oversight - with Kandie Ibaka of Citi 17:06

9d ago17:06

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As the financial industry moves deeper into the generative AI era, compliance teams are navigating the tension between modernization and risk oversight. In this episode, Kandie Ibaka, Vice President and Sanctions Control Officer at Citi, returns to the ‘AI in Business’ podcast to discuss the real-world challenges of balancing legacy tech stacks wit…

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Breaking Complexity in Banking Risk Operations With AI - with Nathaniel Bell of Wells Fargo 19:16

9d ago19:16

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In this episode of the ‘AI in Business’ podcast, Nathaniel Bell, Data Management Director at Wells Fargo, returns to discuss the evolving role of AI in risk management, compliance, and enterprise automation in banking. Host and Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello and Nathaniel explore how financial institutions can balance innovation with caut…

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Reducing Sanctions Compliance Pressure with Smarter Tools - with Kandie Ibaka of Citi 17:49

12d ago17:49

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Today’s guest is Kandie Ibaka, Vice President and Sanctions Control Officer for International Investigations and Emerging Sanctions in Advisory Controls and Executions at Citi. Kanide joins Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello to discuss how compliance leaders are navigating today’s rapidly shifting regulatory landscape. With global sanctions e…

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Driving AI Adoption in Wealth and Asset Management - with Deep Srivastav of Franklin Templeton 32:08

13d ago32:08

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In this episode of the ‘AI in Business’ podcast, Deep Srivastav, Chief AI Officer at Franklin Templeton, shares a candid view into the evolving role of AI in wealth and asset management — and how enterprises can move beyond isolated use cases to reshape core business capabilities. Deep unpacks the unique challenges financial firms face when impleme…

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Building Agile R&D Strategies Through Predictive Analytics - with Scott Bradley of Novartis 19:26

14d ago19:26

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In this episode of the ‘AI in Business’ podcast, Scott Bradley, VP of AI and Innovation at Novartis, returns to discuss how AI is reshaping decision-making at the earliest stages of drug development—and what that means for the future of pharma investment strategy. Host Matthew DeMello and Scott explore how the pharmaceutical industry is transitioni…

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What is NCUA's Authority to Remove Officials? 4:36

19d ago4:36

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www.marktreichel.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-treichel/ The Federal Credit Union Act allows NCUA to remove officials. We explain how. Are you worried about an NCUA exam in process or looming on the horizon? Don't face it alone! We're ex-NCUA insiders with decades of experience, ready to guide you to success. Our team understands the intrica…

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How AI Is Transforming Clinical Trials and Data Access - with Mathew Paruthickal of Sanofi 20:25

14d ago20:25

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In this episode, Mathew Paruthickal — Global Head of Data Architecture, Utilization, and AI Engineering at Sanofi — joins Emerj Editorial Director Matthew DeMello to explore how AI is reshaping clinical trial operations at scale. He shares how Sanofi is leveraging advanced data strategies to address longstanding bottlenecks in trial design, safety …

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Neurobiological and Cybernetic AI for Manufacturing, Part 2 - with Oleg Savin of Unilever 29:07

16d ago29:07

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Today’s guest is Oleg Savin, Enterprise Architect and MES Expert at Unilever. Oleg is a frequent guest speaker at manufacturing conferences worldwide, including this year’s Smart Manufacturing Excellence Summit in Munich. He returns to the program today to discuss use cases in why neurobiological and cybernetic AI capabilities for manufacturers and…

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Scaling AI with Storage Efficiency - with Shawn Rosemarin of Pure Storage 33:44

17d ago33:44

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Today’s guest is Shawn Rosemarin, Vice-President of R&D in Customer Engineering at Pure Storage, a leader in cloud-based infrastructure and storage-as-a-service solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency and sustainability. Shawn joins the podcast to explore the critical role of storage efficiency in scaling AI. As businesses accelerate A…

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Where AI Can Reduce Risk and Cost in Audit Processes - with Nathaniel Bell of Wells Fargo 29:42

20d ago29:42

29:42

Today’s guest is Nathaniel Bell, Director of Data Management at Wells Fargo. Nate joins Emerj Managing Editor Matthew DeMello on the show today to discuss the practical application of AI within internal audit workflows, focusing on tools that are already delivering results. He explains how deterministic models are transforming information gathering…

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The Future of IT Operations with Automation and Real-Time Insights - with Troy Felix of BigPanda 22:55

21d ago22:55

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Today’s guest is Troy Felix, RVP of Sales Engineering at BigPanda. BigPanda is a leading AIOps platform that helps enterprises prevent and resolve IT incidents faster through automation and real-time insights. Troy joins us to explore how automation and real-time data are transforming IT operations. He explains how organizations are using AIOps to …

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Fraud Prevention in the Digital Age from KYC to Chargebacks - with Matt DeLauro of SEON 24:59

21d ago24:59

24:59

Today’s guest is Matt DeLauro, President at SEON Technologies. SEON is a global provider of fraud prevention solutions, leveraging advanced AI and machine learning to help businesses identify and mitigate fraud throughout the customer journey. Matt joins us on today’s show to discuss how SEON is tackling the challenges of modern fraud prevention in…

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Beyond Black Box AI: Building Trust While Driving Innovation by Puneet Matai of Rio Tinto 31:07

25d ago31:07

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In this final episode of The Power of AI in Brick by Brick, host Jason Reichl speaks with Puneet Matai, Data and AI Governance Lead at Rio Tinto Commercial, to explore the critical intersection of AI governance, risk management, and innovation in highly regulated industries, particularly focusing on financial services. What You'll Learn: How to imp…

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NCUA's Supervisory Letter on Enterprise Risk Management 14:11

26d ago14:11

14:11

www.marktreichel.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-treichel/ https://ncua.gov/regulation-supervision/letters-credit-unions-other-guidance/enterprise-risk-management-erm Are you worried about an NCUA exam in process or looming on the horizon? Don't face it alone! We're ex-NCUA insiders with decades of experience, ready to guide you to success. Ou…

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Beyond Tools: AI Literacy as the New Business Imperative with Fahed Bizzari 27:10

26d ago27:10

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Most companies say they’re adopting AI, but let’s be honest—are they truly transforming, or just collecting expensive tech demos? So how do leaders turn AI into a real competitive advantage instead of another experiment that never scales? In this episode of Innovation Tales, Alexandre Nevski talks with AI strategist Fahed Bizzari, who helps compani…

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Comprehensive Hotel Inspection Checklist eAuditor Audits & Inspections Guide 9:06

26d ago9:06

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Steps for Conducting a Hotel Inspection Using eAuditor: 1. Create or Customize a Hotel Inspection Template Customizable pre-built templates Specific areas to inspect (guest rooms, lobby, kitchen, etc.) Compliance requirements (fire safety, health regulations) Operational standards (cleanliness, maintenance) Guest experience factors (service quality…

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Leveraging AI for Better Outcomes Across Drug Development - with Patricio La Rosa of Bayer 33:16

27d ago33:16

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Today’s guest is Patricio La Rosa, Head of End-to-End Decision Science at Seed Production Innovation in Bayer Crop Science. With over 20 years of experience developing AI and data science solutions across healthcare and agriculture, Patricio joins Emerj Managing Editor Matthew DeMello to explore how machine learning can drive better outcomes across…

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Plumbing Preventive Maintenance Checklist with eAuditor Audits & Inspections 15:19

27d ago15:19

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eAuditor Audits & Inspections for plumbing preventive maintenance inspections can streamline the process and ensure thoroughness. Here’s a basic outline of features of eAuditor Audits & Inspections: User Registration/Login: Allow users (homeowners, property managers, etc.) to create accounts to access the eAuditor Audits & Inspections. Dashboard: e…

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APQP Planning Checklist with eAuditor Audits & Inspections 15:59

27d ago15:59

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https://eauditor.app/2024/04/30/apqp-planning-checklist/ eAuditor Audits & Inspections for Advanced Product Quality Planning APQP Planning Checklist management can streamline the process and enhance efficiency. Here’s a breakdown of features: User Registration/Login eAuditor Audits & Inspections allows users to create accounts or log in to the app …

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Best practices for 5S audit with eAuditor Audits & Inspections 12:06

27d ago12:06

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Using eAuditor Audits & Inspections to perform 5S audits can streamline the process, enhance efficiency, and facilitate real-time data collection and analysis. Here’s how you can perform a 5S audit: Download: Choose eAuditor Audits & Inspections specifically designed for conducting 5S audits. It has features such as customizable checklists, photo c…

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How Financial Services Are Building Safer Customer-Facing AI - with Akhil Khunger of Barclays 19:35

24d ago19:35

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Today’s guest is Akhil Khunger, VP in Quantitative Analytics at Barclays. Akhil returns to the program to discuss the evolving role of customer-facing AI in financial services and how financial institutions are embedding safety and security measures directly into client-facing systems. He delves into the risks financial services face, such as promp…

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The Future of Life Sciences AI with Full Integration and Human-Focused Collaboration - with Brice Challamel of Moderna 48:41

24d ago48:41

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Today’s guest is Brice Challamel, Head of AI products and Innovation at Moderna. With experience working across five continents, he brings a global perspective to driving AI adoption, innovation management, and measurable results in life sciences. Brice joins Emerj Managing Editor Matthew DeMello to explore how Moderna is embedding AI into both its…

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Navigating Challenges and Solutions in Data Security with AI - with Dimitri Sirota of BigID 29:28

28d ago29:28

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As enterprises double down on generative AI initiatives, the intersection of data security, privacy, and unstructured data is quickly becoming mission-critical. In this episode, Dimitri Sirota, Co-founder and CEO of BigID, joins the podcast to explore how AI transformation is reshaping enterprise data governance, security, and compliance—and why un…

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Responsible AI Isn't Optional: New Strategies for Risk Management Success with Rohan Sen 25:06

1M ago25:06

25:06

Responsible AI implementation requires a balanced approach between innovation and risk management in today's rapidly evolving business landscape. In this episode of Risk Management Brick by Brick, The Power of AI in Risk - Episode 7, host Jason Reichl sits down with Rohan Sen, Principal in Data Risk and Privacy Practice at PwC, to explore the criti…

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Involuntary Liquidations: Why and How Does NCUA Do Them? 9:13

1M ago9:13

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www.marktreichel.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-treichel/ The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) today liquidated Unilever Federal Credit Union of Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey. The NCUA made the decision to liquidate Unilever Federal Credit Union and discontinue operations after determining the credit union was insolvent and had no p…

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Scaling AI for Clinical Trials - with Damion Nero of Takeda 26:31

29d ago26:31

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Today’s guest is Damion Nero, Head of Data Science at Takeda Pharmaceuticals. With over 15 years of experience applying AI, machine learning, and real-world data to drug development and precision medicine, Damion joins Emerj Managing Editor Matthew DeMello to explore the evolving role of AI in drug development and supply chain management. He breaks…

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The Future of Adverse Event Detection in Healthcare and Life Sciences - with Marie Flanagan of IQVIA 21:37

1M ago21:37

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Today’s guest is Marie Flanagan, Director of Product Management in Digital Projects and Solutions at IQVIA, who joins us to explore the overlooked intersection of AI and safety workflows in life sciences. As the industry experiences an explosion in the volume and diversity of data—from social media and call centers to audio and video files—Marie ou…

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How Financial Services Are Balancing Automation and Flexibility - with Akhil Khunger of Barclays 20:58

1M ago20:58

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Today’s guest is Akhil Khunger, VP of Quantitative Analytics at Barclays. Akhil joins us to explore how financial institutions are modernizing stress testing, risk modeling, and strategic planning through AI. Throughout the episode, Akhil discusses the evolving architecture of financial models — specifically how modular, decoupled processes can spe…

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Building Readiness for AI Agents in Healthcare Systems - with Raheel Retiwalla of Productive Edge 33:22

1M ago33:22

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Today’s guest is Raheel Retiwalla, Chief Strategy Officer at Productive Edge — a digital transformation consultancy focused on healthcare. Productive Edge works with payers, providers, and health tech firms to leverage AI, data, and modern platforms to streamline operations, cut costs, and improve outcomes. With two decades of experience in digital…

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The Power of AI in Risk - Healthcare Cybersecurity: From Digital Risk to AI Governance with Ed Gaudet 27:54

1M ago27:54

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In Episode 6 of The Power of AI in Risk, host Jason Reichl welcomes Ed Gaudet, CEO and founder of Censinet, to explore how AI is transforming healthcare cybersecurity—both as a powerful tool and a dangerous threat. With more than 50% of data breaches coming from third parties, Ed breaks down how automation, network effects, and smart governance are…

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Redefining Business Processes: The Power of AI Agents with Konrad Jeleń 29:00

1M ago29:00

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Everyone’s talking about AI agents—few have actually built them. Even fewer have made them work. So, what does it really take to move from hype to execution? In this episode of Innovation Tales, Alexandre Nevski sits down with Konrad Jeleń—Executive CTO at PMR, VP of Data Science & AI at Kolomolo, and Director for Technical Solutions at AI4Process.…

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How Responsible AI is Shaping the Future of Banking and Finance - with Shub Agarwal of U.S. Bank and USC 21:28

1M ago21:28

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On today’s episode, we’re joined by Shub Agarwal, author of Successful AI Product Creation: A 9-Step Framework available from Wiley and a professor of the University of Southern California teaching AI and Generative AI product management to graduate students. He is also Senior Vice President of Product Management for AI and Generative AI at U.S. Ba…

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NCUA Reopens Public Comment on Succession Planning 3:58

2M ago3:58

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www.marktreichel.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-treichel/ Hello, this is Samantha Shares. This episode covers NCUA’s reopening the public comment period on two recently finalized rules that haven’t fully taken effect yet. This podcast is educational and is not legal advice. We are sponsored by Credit Union Exam Solutions Incorporated, whose t…

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Driving Multi-Modal Retail and Healthcare CX - with Brett Kiley of CVS Health 18:38

1M ago18:38

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In this episode of the AI in Business Podcast, Brett Kiley, Executive Director of Customer Experience and Client Solutions at CVS Health, joins us for a compelling discussion on the evolving landscape of customer interactions. With over two decades of experience, Brett shares how CVS navigates the challenges of personalization, efficiency, and seam…

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NCUA Releases Staff Message on the Current NCUA Board 2:04

2M ago2:04

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www.marktreichel.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-treichel/ NCUA Releases Staff Message on the Current NCUA Board Are you worried about an NCUA exam in process or looming on the horizon? Don't face it alone! We're ex-NCUA insiders with decades of experience, ready to guide you to success. Our team understands the intricacies of NCUA examinatio…

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How AI is Shaping the Future of Insurance with Marty Smuin, CEO of Arturo 25:00

2M ago25:00

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On the latest Greatest Hits episode of Risk Management: Brick by Brick, Jason Reichl is joined by Marty Smuin, CEO of Arturo, an AI-based platform on a mission to empower people by providing clarity around the past, present, and future of property. This episode is one of our highest-performing AI-related conversations—offering valuable insight into…

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