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10 Apr 2022090 - Philippe A. Naegeli CEO: Fintech Series - GenTwo, Universal Market Place For All Assets00:22:00

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Episode Title:- 🇨🇭Universal Market Place For All Assets🇨🇭

In this 90th episode of Heads Talk and a continuation of the #HTFintechSeries, I stand guilty of overusing the word ‘fascinating’. Forgive me, as I really do have to use it here today.

I enjoy my many conversations with Philippe Naegeli, CEO of GenTwo and this episode recording is just one of them. 

An enlightening conversation and I can foresee where the next generation investing and innovation will branch into. You’ll be amazed at what people turn into an investable asset. 

Also, don’t miss the dialogue on AssetRush #AssetRush and the plans that are afoot there. 

Topics Covered: #AlternativeAssets #PrivateEquity #RealEstate #DeFi #AssetsClasses ##Metaverse #AssetRush #GenTwoDigital 

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22 May 2022096 - Stavroula Kampouridou CEO: Fintech Series - DIAS, Instant Payment Revolution00:36:12

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Episode Title:- 🇬🇷 Instant Payment Revolution🇬🇷

In this episode of the #HTFintechSeries of Heads Talk , I had an enlightening conversation about the topic of Instant Payment.  My guest today was recently voted one of the most influential financial services women in Greece. 

Stavroula Kampouridou is the CEO of DIAS. She talked about her passion for developing technical solutions for financial issues/situations; and in parallel enlightening me further to what is currently happening in the Instant Payment space in Europe.  

Stavroula's experience includes time in the Central bank of Greece as well as the NBG Banking Group. Both working on the technology solutions that underpins these institutions. 

Another must listen to episode of Heads Talk. 

Topics Covered: #Instant Payment #Partnerships #BankingCulture #TechnicalSolutions #PaymentSolutions  

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15 May 2022095 - Joshua Chibueze CMO: Fintech Series - Piggyvest, From Zero to WealthTech Giant00:32:45

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Episode Title:-🇳🇬From Zero to WealthTech Giant🇳🇬

In this weeks #HTFintechSeries episode of Heads Talk, I am joined by an inspirational and tenacious entrepreneur.  You feel the hunger through this episode and personally want 10% of his determination for your own projects. 

This episode is at the core of what the Fintech Series has been about. Creating a startup Fintech brand, scaling it and making it a global success. 

Joshua Chibueze is the Co-founder and CMO of PiggyVest: one of the biggest digital savings and investment technology platforms in Nigeria, with millions of users. PiggyVest's mission is to give everyone the power to better manage & grow their finances.

Joshua is a serial entrepreneur and is also the co-founder of PushCV now known as SharpHire, a platform that digitally transforms the candidate selection process in the work environment.  Its aim is to significantly reduce the unemployment level in Nigeria and across the continent by bridging the gap between Recruiters of labour and great talent.

Topics Covered: #EntrepreneursLife #TheBigIdea #Scaling #Funding #Resilience #GrowthAndPurpose 

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29 May 2022097 - Jacqueline Hess CEO: Vontobel, Fintech Series - Investing in Wartime and Beyond - Bring Great Investor Minds Together00:20:15

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🇨🇭Investing in Wartime and Beyond - Bring Great Investor Minds Together🇨🇭

In this final week of the #HTFintechSeries on Heads Talk, in fact the longest running series thus far, with over 22 Executive Leaders on the show, we conclude with Jacqueline Hess, CEO of Vontobel Swiss Wealth Advisors. Part of the Vontobel Group. This is a conversation about the Investment landscape in the current climate and other global issues. We discuss the Ukrainian war and its impart on Investors as well as look at what will be around the corner. 

Please be aware we will commence the new series on 13.06.22 with the launch video next week. Watch out for this. Exciting, exciting guests in this series and excellent conversations in this space. Stay tuned. 

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Topics Covered: #AssetAllocation #InflationEffect #VolatilityInStocks #CountryMarkets #UkraineEffect #MarketFear #EquityInvestments #InvestmentStrategy

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19 Jun 2022099 - Charlotte Morley CEO: Retail Series - The Little Loop, The Green Wardrobe00:49:42

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Episode Title:- 
🇬🇧The Green Wardrobe🇬🇧

In this episode of #HTRetailSeries on  Heads Talk  I had such a fluid and enjoyable conversation. A really good episode to listen to. Lots of laughs and at the same time the business topics were discussed with the level of seriousness and detail required. 

Charlotte Morley is the Founder & CEO of The Little Loo, an organisation that is, if not driving, part of the change for a circular economy in the children’s clothing industry. She recently celebrated the well earned partnership with @John Lewis & Partners to add to her tally of well known high quality brands that are entering The Green Wardrobe. Do follow this organisation and the work they are doing via LinkedIn

Charlotte was ready for my questions as she is used to having a few million viewers watch her perform the perfect pitch to Investors aka Dragon’s Den. It’s safe to say, she had them eating out of her hands at the end of it. Peter Jones was so impressed that he offered her a Job. 

Topics covered: #OperatingModel #BrandPartnership #FastFashion #AmazonCulture #DragonsDen #VRImplications

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11 Sep 2022112 - Nina Müller CEO: Retail Series - Jelmoli, Reimagine The Department Store00:32:33

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🇨🇭Reimagine The Department Store🇨🇭

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This is the long-awaited release of my conversation with the partner to this Retail Series - #HTRetailSeries of HeadsTalk.  The summer break is over and now back to business for all. My guest today is Nina Muller, CEO of Jelmoli. Nina has got so many interesting plans for Jelmoli and is firmly staying abreast of current technological developments and trends in the retail industry and in fact is leading the way on a number of initiatives.  

Our conversation touched on the circular economy, entering that space and at the same time maintaining the luxury brand department store image. Nina is a firm believer of conscious consumption and she elaborated on this in our discussion. Have a listen to the full episode to hear some of Nina’s project successes, plans and thoughts about where the industry needs to go to remain relevant.

Topics Covered: The New Department Store, Conscious Consumption, Digital Age and the Department Store, Ukraine War Impact  

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03 Jul 2022101 - Martha Boeckenfeld CEO, CFO: Retail Series - Gen Two, Retail Platform Dominance00:39:28

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Episode Title:- 
🇨🇭Retail Platforms' Dominance🇨🇭

In this episode of #HTRetailSeries on Heads Talk, we have a treat for you. Martha Boeckenfeld, now Board member of GenTwo is a seasoned private banking professional, whose passion for Platform ecosystems and the Metaverse made her a natural choice for this new series; and she did not disappoint. Martha provided me with some gem information, analysis and predictions about the kind of activities we should expect going forward in the new world of the Metaverse as well as a full breakdown of the dominance of the retail platforms today. 

Some facts about Martha: She has held CEO, CFO or Board Member positions in Kleinwort Benson, AXA, Generali, UniCredit and UBS. She is regularly sought after on the speaking circuit, events and media to provide expert knowledge on Digital Platforms & Ecosystems, Technology, Metaverse and Blockchain. 

Topics Covered: #RetailPlatforms #AmazonificationOfIndustries #Metaverse #NFTs #FashonBrandsInMetaverse #Gaming #VirtualSelfDominance #SustainableSolutions

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25 Sep 2022114 - Deb Cupp President US & Canada: Retail Series - Microsoft, The Marriage of Tech and Fashion00:26:46

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🇺🇸The Marriage of Tech and Fashion🇺🇸

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My guest today on this concluding episode of the #HTRetailSeries on Heads Talk is a leader that needs little introduction. Many thanks to the brilliant contributor guests and the Series sponsor, Delance Swiss Watch. 

Deb Cupp is the President North America of Microsoft. She is also a member of a number of boards to include her recent appointment to the Board of Directors for Ralph Lauren. 

This was a conversation about the pace of digital transformation, the pace of its adoption in the fashion and retail business, Microsoft's relationship with its partners and clients; and the leadership in this space. Deb was incredibly engaging, amusing and gave me a sense of Microsoft's thinking during and after the pandemic. We even talked about ‘What ifs’.  Listen to the final question on this Audiogram. The answer is in the full episode. Another one to enjoy with the selected tea below. 

Topics Covered: Fashion and Tech, Digital Transformation adoption per sector, Microsoft plans pre pandemic, Microsoft going forward, Leadership today, Deb’s leadership.

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04 Sep 2022111 - Helen Dickinson OBE CEO: Retail Series - British Retail Consortium, Retail Chaps, Gaps & Maps00:30:30

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🇬🇧Retail Chaps, Gaps & Maps🇬🇧  

We continue the #HTRetailSeries on Heads Talk  with this conversation that is all about the way forward for the retail industry. And who better to talk about this than my guest, Helen Dickinson OBE, #CEO of the British Retail Consortium. 

She talks about her passionate subject in the industry, legacy issues, the current situation in the UK, i.e. inflation, rising cost of living, energy price hike; and what the BRC's 200 partners, trade associations in the retail industry from well known and household brand names are telling her about their concerns, predictions and wishes for the future of retail. You know this is one to listen to in FULL. 

Maps - Where is retail going? What is the outlook? What is the preferred scenario

Gaps - What should retailers be doing to stay abreast of current trends, markets and modus operandi? What are the BRC partners talking about? Concerned about? Where are the priory areas that need to be addressed?

Chaps  - Helen is passionate about DEI. She talks about how and where improvements are needed to level the playing field or even have a balanced leadership picture ensuring diversity to enable optimal development of the retail industry. 

Topics Covered: #InflationEffect #ImportsAndExports #UKandNIIssues #DEI #BrexitEffect #RetailPlus #BRC #TheNewRetail  

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21 Aug 2022108 - Faryl Robin Morse CEO: Retail Series - Faryl Robin Footwear, I Did It My Way!00:42:09

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🇺🇸I Did It My Way🇺🇸

Another conversation on this episode of the #HTRetailSeries on Heads Talk.  My guest today does not mince her words. Put any question in front of her and she’ll answer it! Faryl Robin Morse, is the CEO of Faryl Robin Footwear. You have to listen to this full episode to hear about the work the organisation is doing with, for example,  factory workers in Asia. 

Topics Covered:- #NFTs #ARCommerce #SocialEntrepreneur #RetailIndustryLeadership #FootwearBusiness 

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10 Jul 2022102 - Sarah Jordan CEO: Retail Series - Mastermind Toys, Educationally Grow in a Pandemic00:32:55

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Episode Title:-  🇨🇦Educationally Grow in a Pandemic🇨🇦

My guest today is someone you want to work with or do business with. Her energy throughout the episode recording was contagious and I was transported into one of her toy stores. I do agree with the opening line of this Audiogram.  On this episode of #HTRetailSeries of  Heads Talk, I am joined by Sarah Jordan, CEO of Masternind Toys - Canada’s largest specialty toy and book Retailer. 

As well as membership to a number of Retail Boards, Sarah is known for and has deep expertise in #CustomerExperience, #DigitalInnovation and hot topics such as Brand-Centric Reinvention. Such an animated and passionate conversation today on Heads Talk. Enjoy. 

Topics Covered: #BrandCampaign #Trademark #PioneeringDecisions #OmnichannelAdoption #HealthAndPlay 

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06 Jun 2022Heads Talk Promotion Video - The New Retail Series00:04:07

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07 Aug 2022106 - Marcell Vollmer CEO: Retail Series - Prospitalia Group, Marketing Changed Forever00:44:21

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🇩🇪Marketing Changed Forever🇩🇪

We continue the #HTRetailSeries on Heads Talk with a  conversation with a leader  and strategic thinker. It was an absolute delight to talk with Dr. Marcell Vollmer, CEO of Prospitalia Group. I really like the way he thinks and delivers his messages. I'm a follower of his account on LinkedIn and am often enlightened by the content.

This episode was all about how the marketing and advertising process is changing with the advent of the metaverse; and what are the implications of this. Marcell took me on a journey and reminded me of the past marketing process and the now dated concept of Prime Time. Try telling GenZs all about this.

Topics Covered: #DigitalTransformation #AI #DataProtection #YourProfile #DataTracking #MarketingPastandPresent #YourProfile #MetaverseMarketing

Interesting facts about Marcell: He has a huge following on  Linkedin and Twitter.  Prior to Prospitalia, Marcell was Partner at the global consulting firm Boston Consulting Group (BCG). Previous to that, he was the CDO of SAP and the CIO of Celonis.  As the Chief Digital Officer of SAP,  Marcell was a 'Digital Ambassador' for SAP's Digital Transformation Office to help SAP customers define and drive digital transformation strategies in all industries globally. As the former Chief Procurement Officer at SAP,  he was versed on the complexities surrounding the intersection of technology, compliance, and supplier networks that today’s procurement leaders face.  Finally, as the COO/Chief Operating Officer and Senior Vice President of SAP Ariba, his focus was to help companies eliminate procurement and supply chain complexity through simple, smart, and open software solutions.

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26 Jun 2022100 - A Celebration - Heads Talk 100th Episode00:04:33

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1) Cherie Blair CBE, QC, Omnia Strategy LLP https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/heads-talk/id1537979604?i=1000507148317

2) Kevin Ellis, Chairman PwC UK & MENA https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/heads-talk/id1537979604?i=1000517657234

3) Racey Muchilwa - Country President Novartis SSA https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/heads-talk/id1537979604?i=1000527753604

4) Ronan Dunne, Chairman Six Nations Rugby https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/heads-talk/id1537979604?i=1000535037829

5) Craig Walker, fmr. CIO Shell Downstream https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/heads-talk/id1537979604?i=1000501416549

6) Sanjeev Krishan Chairman PwC India https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/heads-talk/id1537979604?i=1000534327577

7) René Schuster, fmr CEO Telefónica Deutschland https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/heads-talk/id1537979604?i=1000496477120

8) Suzan LeVine, fmr. US Ambassador to CH & Liechtenstein https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/heads-talk/id1537979604?i=1000505509116

9) Bernard J Dunn, fmr. President Boeing https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/heads-talk/id1537979604?i=1000533415856

10) Gisela Abbam FRSA, Chair General Pharmaceutical Council https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/heads-talk/id1537979604?i=1000502182150

11) Stefan Pichler, Ret. CEO Royal Jordanian https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/heads-talk/id1537979604?i=1000526139812

12) Moses Ojeisekhoba, CEO Reinsurance Swiss Re https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/heads-talk/id1537979604?i=1000525304013

13) Amy Lo, Chief Executive UBS HK https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/heads-talk/id1537979604?i=1000535878937

14) Bracken Darrell, CEO Logitech here

15) Christos Cabolis, Chief Economist

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09 Oct 2022116 - Stephanie Boyce President: The Law Society of England and Wales - Be The Change You Want To See00:23:48

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🇬🇧Be The Change You Want To See🇬🇧

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This is a celebratory episode of Heads Talk  today.  I want to pay homage to an unshakeable leader that oozes inspiration. Such a fabulous conversation as we bid farewell to the 177th President of the Law Society of England and Wales

Ingrid Stephanie Boyce hands over the reins of the presidency in 2 days time, so I was absolutely delighted when she agreed to talk with Heads Talk about her tenure and plans for the future.

In the midst of my conversation with Stephanie and in the process understanding the journey she took, I lightheartedly called her actions ‘madness’ for her sheer tenacity. She is such a winner and an admirable one too. Thoroughly enjoyed the  discussion and embraced her personable nature, yet I observed how focused, self-assured and saturated with determination she was and is. One can easily bet that Stephanie’s next venture will be equally fruitful, opening many doors for others and providing a new refreshing perspective on practices, which will only ameliorate, enrich and dust off the cobwebs of the status quo. An episode to listen to time and time again if you need to hear the voice of someone who was once knocked back 4 times, but was not deterred, in fact when eventually the vote was Yes, she became the longest serving President of the Law Society England and Wales. Bravo Stephanie! You were the change we needed to see. 

Some Fact: Stephanie was admitted as a solicitor in 2002 & has a wealth of experience in corporate governance, regulatory frameworks and professional regulation. She wears many hats and has numerous titles to include Chair, Commissioner, Trustee, Board Member. 

Stephanie is an honorary professor of law at the Dickson Poon School of Law at Kings College London, and has received honorary Doctorates of Law from Keele University and University of East London.

In 2020 Stephanie was voted on to the Governance Hot 100 - Board Influencer and made the Power List 100 Most Influential Black People in the UK in 2021 and 2022

Topics Covered: Law Society Charitable Works,  Journey & Accomplishments, Legacy, Civics Education, Stephanie's USP,  What’s Next for Stephanie.

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12 Jun 2022098 - Sanna Suvanto-Harsaae Chairman: Retail Series - BoConcept, The New 2008: Retail, Crisis and Impact00:44:47

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Episode Title:- 🇫🇮The New 2008: Retail, Wars and Impact🇩🇰

We begin a completely new series on Heads Talk.  The Retail Series, where we talk to CSuite Executive Leaders from well know brands or multinational corporations in this space about the current topics of the day.

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This first episode is rather special to me. When I was deep into the corporate world and I was either at KPMG or had just joined Deloitte, I bought my first flat and loved it. I went to my favourite furniture store, just to buy one or two items and ended up ‘kitting’ the whole flat out with it.  A very hefty bill, but I was so, so pleased and excited to have BoConcept all over my flat and I still have some of those pieces today. You just cannot beat quality! Now, let’s jump 20 years and here I am talking with the Chairman of the Board Sanna Suvanto-Harsaae. 

Sanna’s career span over 30 years in the business and we had an in-depth conversation about the state of play in the retail industry, now and predictions for the future.  Very fascinating and at times poignant discussion and I loved how Sanna dissected everything and make you understand why a certain direction was taken when everything pointed elsewhere. 

Some interesting facts about Sanna: She is the Chair of a number of  Nordic corporations in the retail and manufacturing industry. She has been voted Finland’s most influential business woman for the past 5 years and has received the Order of the White Rose of Finland from the President of Finland in 2021.  

Topics Covered: #BoConceptsUSP #ECommenceDecline #RetailInWar #DesignAdvisors #BusinessRelationshipsInRussia #ElusiveHumanConnection

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24 Jul 2022104 - Andrew Busby TL: Retail Series - Software AG, Retail Today00:43:58

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🇬🇧Retail Today🇬🇧

In this continuation of the #HTRetailSeries on Heads Talk , this episode should be called ‘Oh the Irony’ as the first line in the Audiogram suggests. It was a very insightful 'shot in the arm' type of conversation with Andrew Busby, Global Industry Leader Retail Software AG. 

This guy is brilliant, he should almost have a regular slot on Heads Talk. His candor was so refreshing and borderline entertaining. In this episode we have a dissection  and a carefully thought out analysis of the current topics in the retail space. 

In a Retail career spanning over 20 years, Andrew held leading positions at Kingfisher and Superdrug. He is constantly in demand for both writing and speaking; and is often quoted in the media – appearing on TV, radio and in the UK National Press.

Interesting facts about Andrew: He is a former contributor to Forbes and is a number One Best-Selling Amazon Author with his book ‘Harry Was Right All Along’. He is also the editor at large for Retail Technology Magazine and sits on a number of boards in the retail space. 

Topics Covered: #TheParadoxInTodaysDigitalWorld #CustomersToday #PersonalDataSharing #CookiesOrTrackers #MonetizeYourData #FutureOfTheMetaverse

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17 Jul 2022103 - Ashley Galina Dudarenok CEO: Retail Series - Alarice, China's E-Commerce Dominance and the Reasons00:37:58

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🇭🇰China's E-Commerce Dominance and the Reasons🇭🇰

I alluded to this last week. I so enjoyed this conversation with my guest today, to the point that it is one of my F A V O U R I T E  conversations on Heads Talk . This is the new episode of the #HTRetailSeries and I was joined by Ashley Galina Dudarenok,  who is the founder and CEO of Alarice, a China-focused social media agency, & ChoZan, a Chinese Digital Consultancy. Based in Hong Kong, she is a renowned Digital Marketing Leader that wears a number of hats.

Ashley breaks it down forensically. Her analysis on the various growing giant digital corporations in China and how they have surpassed their Western counterparts is a MUST LISTEN to. I guarantee you’ll find this fascinating. e.g the Comparison between WhatsApp & WeChat, Premiumisation of things. We also talked about China’s 100 Years strategy; and the new modern Chinese consumer. Lots of goodies in this episode. I love the line about Alibaba’s Timol vision “They do not want to compete, they want to empower” - social commerce. Explained comprehensively by Ashley. Do have a listen. 

Interesting facts about Ashley: A prolific contributor to Media to include BBC, Forbes, CNBC, The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg and others, she is also a keynote speaker on the circuit.  As Asia-Pacific's Top 25 Innovator, she runs the Ashley Talks YouTube channel - the top-rated vlog about China's Retail Tech,  Modern Chinese Consumers, New Retail Ecosystems; and of course Digital marketing.

Episode Topics Covered: #GamificationForward #MetaverseMechanics #Commercial6G #TheGreatRelocation #AlibabasSocialModel #EvolutionOfSocialCommerce 

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02 Oct 2022115 - Sindhu Gangadharan SVP, MD: SAP, India's Tech Ecosystem Explosion00:32:14

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Episode Title: 🇮🇳India’s Tech Ecosystem Explosion 🇮🇳


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This is the long awaited and gladly recorded episode with Sindhu Gangadharan, SVP & MD, SAP Labs India | Head of SAP User Enablement | Board of Directors - Qualtrics, Siemens India, Titan Company, EverLoop | NASSCOM Executive Council | IGCC Steering Committee | Fortune Top 50.

The conversation was all about Tech and Sindhu’s passions - Young people’s growth, India on a global scale and SAP’s offering. 

She plays a key role in charting the next chapter of India’s $1 Trillion dollar Digital Economy, while also developing India as a Technology Hub for the World. Widely regarded as the Technology Humanist – she helps and empowers the youth of India, earning her a position on the Advisory Board of YuWaah, supported by UNICEF. 

An absolute inspiration and a leader with conviction, Sindhu is not done yet and do follow her to find out what’s next on her agenda.

Topics Covered: Cloud Advancement, CIO activities, India’s Digital Story, E-Governance & Access, Sustainability Drive, SAP India’s LABs

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28 Aug 2022110 - Aragorn Meulendijks CMO: Retail Series - YOM, The Metaverse is Mine!00:55:54

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Episode Title:-🇳🇱The Metaverse is Mine!🇳🇱

I contemplated titling this episode “𝕀𝕥’𝕤 𝕝𝕚𝕗𝕖 𝕁𝕚𝕞, 𝕓𝕦𝕥 𝕟𝕠𝕥 𝕒𝕤 𝕨𝕖 𝕜𝕟𝕠𝕨 𝕚𝕥’. It was so enjoyable talking with Aragorn Meulendijks , #CMO of YOM. Some controversial thoughts and ideas about the Metaverse. You’ll have to listen to the full episode to know what I’m talking about. His candor throughout the dialogue did not go unnoticed. Moments of ‘food for thought', moments of gasps! Serious stuff! 

You may catch some accidental references to Star Trek and the lines that come out of this sci-fi series - the original one! In fact, if you are very observant, you may see a Star Trek reference in the Audiogram itself.

On the whole, a brilliant conversation and one that truly adds to the #HTRetailSeries on Heads Talk. If there is one additional word I should add to this episode and person, it is - Genuine!

Topics Covered: #FoundationalPlatform #SolanaBlockchain #SiloConnectivity #YOM #Interoperability #SoftwareTechnologyDevelopment #WesternSciFi #FearofTheMetaverse #NFTs

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25 Aug 2022109 - Trevor Sumner CEO: Retail Series - Perch, The Revolution in Our Retail Stores00:38:44

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Episode Title:-
🇺🇸The Revolution In-Stores🇺🇸 

With this episode of Heads Talk  as part of the #HTRetailSeries, you really get a sense of what’s to come on your highstreet, your supermarket and instore shopping of the future. 

It was a feel good conversation and superbly informative. Trevor Sumner, #CEO of Perch and his team are doing some amazing things in this space. Perch, a leading corporation in 

  • ‘In-store Product Engagement Marketing’, 
  • Interactive Retail Displays; and 
  • Augmented Reality. 

In this episode, you will get a very clear understanding of the technology, the amazing features, services and importantly what is around the corner for the physical retail store near you. Really fascinating and engaging, the work that Perch is doing with tech and data. 

There was so much information to use for the creation of the Audiogram, it was unreal. The final Audiogram does not do the conversation and episode justice. Please do have a listen to the full episode. 

Another episode with Trevor is definite. Watch this space.

Interesting facts about Trevor: Prior to this, Trevor was the President, CMO and co-founder of LocalVox, a social and mobile marketing platform for local businesses that was named one of the top Startups in New York City by Business Insider, Forbes and the Huffington Post. It was later acquired by The Blackstone Group. 

Topics Covered: #InStorRevolution #PersonalisedInstoreRetailExperience #TomorrowsRetail #AR #VR #PhysicalRetailStores #EcommerceBust

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14 Aug 2022107 - Luca Michas CMO: Retail Series - Yamo, Investing In A Retail Startup00:47:21

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🇨🇭Investing In A Retail Startup🇨🇭

I urge those retail entrepreneurs out there to have a listen to this episode of @Heads Talk. It was a frank, informative, eye opening conversation with Luca Michas of Yamo

So much information and detail Luca provided for this episode that allowed me to understand the journey, pitfalls and successes of being a retail startup. 

Yamo is one of those rare breeds that have made it successfully and we should applaud this. Let me tell you a little bit about Yamo:- 

A young food start-up with the ambitious mission to bring bold new products to the kids' food market.  Founded in 2016, yamo has produced nutritious and delicious food options for kids of all ages. All products are 100 % organic and made with convenience in mind. Besides the platform on yamo.bio, they also provide to large scale retail partners such as Coop, Edeka, dm, Rewe and soon many more in Europe with our delicious and ready-made food solutions for kids.

Topics Covered: #RetailEntrepreneurs #VCs #InvestingInRetail #MarginsMarginsMargins #RetailStartups #YamoFuture 

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31 Jul 2022105 - Shariq Abdul Hai CEO: The Climate Technology Show 202200:34:36

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Episode Title:- 🇬🇧The Climate Technology Show 🇬🇧

 Today’s episode is very much about Climate Change and the Technology in this space, so an informative discussion.

My guest today is no stranger to HeadsTalk as he’s been a guest on the show last year for the London EV show. Shariq Abdul Hai  is the Founder and CEO of Eventackle and the Global Business Information group - Valiant Business Media.  With over 15 years experience working internationally across various continents, Shariq has developed expertise in conducting Cross-Cultural Business as well as interacting on all levels. 

Topics Covered #ClimateChange #StakeholdersActions #PoliticalAgenda #TechnologicalSolutions #ClimateTechnologyEventShow 

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06 Nov 2022120 - Elaine Pringle HoF: Automotive Series - Scottish Water, Corporate Fleet Net Zero Journey00:19:21

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Episode Title:- 
🇬🇧Corporate Fleet Net Zero Journey🇬🇧

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We have a special and surreal episode of Heads Talk today.  My guest today is my namesake and she perfectly fits in with the #HTAutomotiveSeries 2022. 
 
Elaine Pringle, Head of Fleet at Scottish Waters talked about the journey to CO2 neutral vehicles for her organisation's fleet. The conversation centred around procurement and organisational mindset change. We talked about the enormity of the task and Elaine provided some guidance and lessons learned for organisations that are about to embark on this transition. 

It was a lovely conversation getting to know Elaine and understanding her commitment to meeting the net zero target set. 

Full of great insights from Elaine and at the same time a little surreal for the both of us - we have never in our lifetime met another 'Elaine Pringle'.  

Topics Covered: Fleet Management, EV Solutions, Procurement Partners, Procurement Process, Fuel Cell Trials, Utilities, Autonomous Vehicles

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18 Sep 2022113 - Benjamin Mann Group CTO: Retail Series - FoodPanda, Today's Food Delivery Model00:41:51

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Episode Title:- 
🇸🇬Today's Food Delivery Model🇸🇬

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I couldn’t put it better than my guest today. “It’s been a blast”.… It was such a good conversation about the ins and outs of food delivery operations, especially in the Asian market. There really is a true art to this. My guest on the #HTRetailSeries of Heads Talk, Benjamin Mann who is the CTO of Foodpanda gave me an insightful brief on this side of the retail industry.  

Foodpanda is an online food and grocery delivery platform owned by Berlin-based Delivery Hero. Foodpanda operates as the lead brand for Delivery Hero in Asia, with its headquarters in Singapore.

Topics Covered: Dalle, Dalle2, AI, Delivery Methodologies, Technological Updates, Consumer Behaviour, Cultural Differences, Sustainability Actions in the Food Delivery Business

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20 Nov 2022123 - Dirk Abendroth CEO: Automotive Series - Customcells, Masters of Batteries00:43:48

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Episode Title:- 
🇩🇪 Masters of Batteries🇩🇪

We continue the #HTAutomotiveSeries on Heads Talk with Dr Dirk Abendroth CEO Customcells. This was yet another insightful conversation. One of Dr. Abendroth's fascination is how one bridges the gap between people and technology. There he introduces Human Engineering into the conversation, so watch out for that in the full episode.
 
What I liked about this episode was the forensic nature of Dr. Abendroth’s answers; and as a result I gained an understanding of Customcells modus operandi. 
 
Dr. Abendroth emphasised the futility of calling a brand premium if recycling solutions were not optimised. Thus, sustainability is at the heart of what they do and collaboration runs through the veins of Customcells. 

Some facts about Dr. Abendroth: Prior to Customsells, he worked in a number of automotive or aviation related companies to include being the Executive Vice President for ByTon, with responsibilities  for powertrain and autonomous driving. He was the CTO of Automotive at Continental and Head of Powertrain BMWi at the BMW Group. 

In his most recent past in July 2021, he joined serial founder Lukasz Gadowski's international technology holding company Team Global as the CTO. 

Topics Covered: Human Engineering, Lithium-ion battery technologies, Chemical Sites, R&D, Recycling Concepts, Engineer Gaps, Green Batteries, Innovation, Electrode Production, Autonomous Vehicles, Technology meets Emotions, Partnerships, Aerospace Sector, Maritime Industry.


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01 Jan 2023129 - Graham Oates Partner & Jean-Pierre Vuillemuier CEO: KPMG & Startup Invest - LookBack Series W400:14:33

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🇬🇧 If Covid-19 happened during the Y2K crisis, what would we have done?🇬🇧
🇨🇭Investor Matchmaking in a Post Covid-19 World🇨🇭

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There were 14 CSuites and I would like to share snippets of my conversations with them.  There will be two guests in each episode and they will be introduced  accordingly.

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09 Nov 2022121 - Marcus A. Bergagård Principal: Automotive Series - Infosys, How much of a Car is a Computer?00:30:12

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Episode Title:-🇨🇭How much of a Car is a Computer?🇨🇭

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In this episode of the #HTAutomotiveSeries of HeadsTalk, I am joined by an individual who is extremely passionate about innovative mobility solutions, mobile communications, its application and service; and all things digital - what's trending at the moment!

It was a fascinating conversation to see the journey of the car to its image today. Marcus Bergagård recently joined Infosys Consulting, where he consults and leads agile transformations for their clients. Prior to this, Marcus worked on a consultative basis for the Life-science organisation, Roche Diagnostics. .

We talked about the Internet of things and the number of applications within a car; and what  it all means.  It was great to talk with an ardent EV enthusiast who regularly posts his views, knowledge and understanding in this space on LinkedIN, so do take a look . 

Topics Covered: Security, Tesla’s Power Plant, Data Storage, Data Access, Data Logging from Cars, Data Distribution, Software over-the-air (SOTA), Firmware-over-the-air (FOTA), Over-the-air service provisioning (OTASP), Over-the-air provisioning (OTAP), Over-the-air parameter administration (OTAPA), Innovation that’s removed range anxiety and of course AVs.  

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11 Dec 2022126 - Rene Schuster CEO & Volker Schulze CEO: Telefonica Deutschland and Accxia - LookBack Series: W100:16:25

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🇩🇪Who fortuitously rode the Perfect Storm of Covid-19?🇩🇪
🇩🇪The Potpourri of Merger & Acquisition Deals in a Pandemic🇩🇪

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05 Feb 2023134 - Max Newlon President: Neurotech Series - BrainCo, Brain Gymnastics & Backstories00:38:52

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Episode Title:- 🇺🇸Brain Gymnastics & Backstories🇺🇸

What’s great about this episode? My guest answered a question I’ve had for a number of decades. The brain is a marvellous tool and you will understand why I say this if you listen to this full episode. 

On this #HTNeurotechSeries of HeadsTalk, I’m joined by Max Newlon, President of BrainCo - a  company that brings cutting-edge science, engineering; and algorithm development to address real-world challenges. It all started from the Harvard Innovation Lab & in 2019, BrainCo won Time Magazine’s Top 100 Inventions of the Year. Its FocusCalm invention has been used by elite athletes, including Olympians and Formula 1 drivers. 

You will hear interesting responses to the 𝔽𝕠𝕣𝕖𝕤𝕚𝕘𝕙𝕥 ℚ𝕦𝕚𝕫 - the first outing of the quiz since the start of this series. Max provided in-depth information and his knowledge in this area was clear to see. 

Then we started talking about dreams and the backstories. A must listen to section of the episode. I bet that will answer a few questions for you too! 

Topics Covered:

  • Neurotech Advancements with Prosthetics 
  • Low & High Brain Performance
  • Neurotechnology Potential 
  • Education Engagement and Enhancement
  • FocusCalm 
  • Dream Backstories 
  • State of Consciousness 

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23 Oct 2022118 - Steve Norris MP, CEO: Automotive Series - Retd MP Minister for Transport, The Problem with Rail Franchising00:47:17

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🇬🇧The Problem with Rail Franchising🇬🇧

We start the new #HTAutomotiveSeries 2022 on Heads Talk with a very poignant and thought-provoking conversation with the retd Minister for Transport and fmr. Mayoral Candidate for London.

Steve Norris, now a successful businessman in the transport, infrastructure and property industry discusses, among other things the challenges with the current rail franchise set up. This is a great start to the Automotive Series and Steve was very candid about his thoughts on Franchising, the department of transport, autonomous vehicles and the rail sector move to adopt sustainable solutions. A must listen to episode. Do follow the hashtag to be notified about the guests past and present in this series. 

Topics Covered: Rail Franchising, DoT, Secretary of State, AVs, EVs, Rail Sustainable Solutions, Aviation Sustainable Solutions

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29 Oct 2022119 - Florian Minderop CEO: Automotive Series - Mister Green, Ride-As-A-Service (RaaS) - Robofleet Ready00:33:21

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Episode Title:-🇳🇱Ride-As-A-Service (RaaS) - Robofleet Ready🇳🇱

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We continue the new #HTAutomotiveSeries 2022 on Heads Talk with a fascinating conversation and a ‘food for thought’ outcome. This episode is more than what the title suggests. Yes, we discussed the concepts and developments around AVs, but after listening to the recording again, I realised this was an incredible conversation. 

With Florian minderop’s, CVO of MisterGreen insights on Autonomous vehicles and how this will affect the ecosystem around it, it got me thinking of how at least southern European countries will potentially seize this opportunity to source energy from its own shores using land once thought of as only arid and 'barren' yet hot and vast to generate the necessary energy required for a functioning society and beyond. Imagine how that will affect the economy of such countries. Fascinating indeed. 
 
 One of the things that I talked about with Florian was his decision to move from being the CEO of his organisation to being the CVO - Chief Vision Officer. This allowed him time and space for some blue-sky thinking and to hone in on their vision without the daily grind of management.
 
 As ownership of vehicles will be at stake here with the advent and full use of autonomous offerings - Robofleet being one, we looked at some of the impact on the players in this space; in particular the insurance companies and how their business model will have to change. So much information was gathered from this conversation and it allowed me to think about the ecosystem of the future. What a change this industry will undergo. 
 
Topics Covered: Robofleet, EV Leasing, New Insurance Business Models? AVs, EVs, Landscape Change, Future Preparation Required

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16 Oct 2022117 - Ed Alford CTO: Retail Series Bonus - New Look, A Virtual Dressing Room00:13:46

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🇬🇧A Virtual Dressing Room🇬🇧 [Preliminary Discussion]

This is a bonus episode. Just before we kick start the new series fully next week.

Sometimes on Heads Talk  I have a preliminary conversation with guests prior to the official recording. Here is one for you to listen to. You will see that there is a lot more talking than I would usually do in an official recorded episode, but that is to explain  to the guests what I would like to gain from our conversation, understand what they are interested in talking about in terms of the provision of insights; or with some guests it's a 'get to know you conversation' before the recording. Some guest request this, some don't.

This one is with Ed Alford, CTO of New Look. I'm not sure if the official episode could have gone better than this conversation. Ed was great in providing snippets of information and the work they are doing in the technology arm of New Look; as well as hypothesising on what's to come with the increasing use of digital solutions.

Such a natural flowing conversation and hopefully a great  listen.

Topics Covered: AR, VR, Virtual Dressing, Sustainable solutions, Fashion and Tech.

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27 Nov 2022124 - Buta Atwal CEO: Automotive Series - Ryze Hydrogen, Hydrogen Take The Lead00:33:41

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Episode Title:- 🇬🇧Hydrogen Take The Lead🇬🇧

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We continue the #HTAutomotiveSeries 2022 on Heads Talk with a conversation all about Hydrogen from practicalities, infrastructure, supply, distribution; and collaboration in particular with government. 


Buta Atwal, CEO Ryze Hydrogen and recently the CEO of Wrightbus talked in clarity about the situation with hydrogen production and supply in particular in the UK. It was an enjoyable and informative conversation, so do have a listen to the full episode.

Buta has had extensive, international experience as a JCB Senior Global Executive, managing the operations of major JCB factories within the EU, North America, South Asia and MEA. He is a visionary leader and was one of individuals leading the charge to provide a holistic solution for the infrastructure, distribution and use of Hydrogen for heavy-duty vehicles.

Topics Covered: 

  • Hydrogen Buses
  • Centralised Vs Decentralised Production
  • Not all Diesel is ‘Bad Diesel’
  • Government Collaboration
  • Fuel Cell Costs
  • Infrastructure Planning
  • Sustainability Problems with EVs. 

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04 Dec 2022125 - Maria Anhalt CEO: Automotive Series - Elektrobit, Data Centre on Wheels00:46:12

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🇩🇪 Data Centre on Wheels 🇩🇪 

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In this last episode of Heads Talk for 2022, we celebrate this festive season with my brilliant guest today Maria Anhalt, CEO Elektrobit. Stay tuned for a January 2023 start to the New Series, to be announced then - #HT???

I say interesting quite often and believe me the conversations have been. But, this conversation with Maria was extra fascinating when we talked about the capabilities within the organisation and their peers in terms of what could be created. The only question left to answer was should this be done. 

Technology organisations are such that they can develop for example tools/software to know whether an individual is drunk while driving or whether an actual individual  (who claims to be) was driving a car. Fascinating stuff. Maria and I talked about the technology and the capabilities to include cybersecurity management, data ownership, monetisation of such data etc; but we also talked about the moral and legal ramifications of some of this. It was a dialogue that marvelled at the 'could' stage of development, exactly where Elektobit firmly sits with their proven capabilities; to then discuss the ‘should’ we do certain things. Such a big question with some of the capabilities of the software and AI within a vehicle. For all you enthusiasts in this space, this is an episode for you. 

Collaboration is in the DNA of Elektrobit and Maria’s motto for her organisation is ‘Our Software Moves the World’. In summary they want to create an enjoyable experience within the vehicle through their technology. 

Have a listen to the full episode to understand what that really means.

Some facts about Maria Anhalt: Previously, she was Elektrobit’s Chief Technology Officer, and prior to that, served two years as Senior Vice President, Head of Cross Divisional Systems and Technology, at Continental.

Topics Covered: Cybersecurity, Software Platforms, System Design and Architecture,  AI, ECU, HPC, Sony Ecosystem, Data Centres, Lines of Codes, CTO to CEO experiences, Software-defined vehicles. 

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09 Jul 2023156 - Radhika Gupta COO: Neurotech Series - NTX Services, Neurotech Product to Market00:49:48

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🇨🇦Neurotech Product to Market🇨🇦

This is an episode for the #HTNeurotechSeries on Heads Talk . It's a conversation about the commercialisation and commercial boom of neurotech solutions.

Radhika Gupta is the Chief Operating Officer of NTX Services. An organisation that specialises in neurotechnology. NTX Services has an exclusive relationship with NeuroTechX, the largest international neurotechnology community, to provide Consulting and Recruiting services. 

Throughout her career, Radhika has developed expertise in Investments, Valuation, Marketing, Sales and Operations across a wide variety of developed and emerging countries. 

Prior to joining NTX Services, she worked as a buy-side investment professional at a $200Billion Plus Dollars Canadian Investment Fund, evaluating companies as potential investment targets for an approximately $1B+ Canadian Dollars portfolio.

Topics Covered:
◽️Neurotech Startups and Market
◽️Investor Appetite and Funding
◽️Competition and First to Market
◽️Neurotech Advisory and Consulting Services
◽️Neurotech - Health Products, Performance Products, Social Products
◽️Commercialisation Boom
◽️Competitive Analysis
◽️Brain Implant Latest 
◽️Shifting Regulatory Landscape
 
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13 Nov 2022122 - Evan van Hook CSO: Honeywell - Automotive Series, Environmental Sustainability Index - The Three Ss - Smarter, Safer and Sustainable00:49:24

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Episode Title:- 🇺🇸Environmental Sustainability Index - Smarter, Safer and Sustainable🇺🇸

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In this week’s #HTAutomotiveSeries 2022 episode of  Heads Talk, I am joined by Evan Van Hook, Chief Sustainability Officer of Honeywell. We talked about the recent press release of the Environmental Sustainability Index. The index is the first quarterly indicator of key trends pertaining to global efforts in climate change mitigation and other sustainability initiatives.

A link to the full findings is in the comments section and the show note. In summary, the key takeaway from the index include: 

  • 90% of respondents are generally optimistic about overall success with prior twelve-month goals across sustainability categories including energy evolution and efficiency, emissions reduction, pollution prevention and circularity/recycling.
  • Forward-looking perceptions are less confident, with just 67% of respondents being optimistic about achieving goals for the coming twelve months.
  • Only 63% are optimistic about achieving their goals by 2030, an anchor deadline year for numerous commitments. It was an interesting conversation and the purpose behind this initiative is to - as Evan explains - get behind the headlines and look at what’s really being done to meet the anchor deadline year of 2030 for ESG targets. 

Some facts about Evan: In 2022 he was named by Constellation Research as one of the world's 50 most influential executives in the field of ESG, and also to the American Energy Society's 500 Global Sustainability Thought Leaders. Prior to Honeywell, Evan was a partner at the law Firm Sidley Austin LLP and the Assistant Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. 

He sits on a number of Boards & has taught International Environmental Law at Columbia Law School, lectured at the United Nations ITR; and was a credentialed observer at the UNFCCC COP 23 and COP 24.

Topics Covered: ESI, ESG, Mindset Change, Technology Upgrades, Hydrogen Initiatives. 

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18 Dec 2022127 - Sue Black Professor, OBE & Maggie Berry OBE: Uni of Durham & WeConnect International - LookBack Series W200:12:08

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🇬🇧The Technology Activist, Evangelist🇬🇧
🇬🇧Get More Women Owned Businesses in Corporate Supply Chains 🇬🇧

In the next few weeks, during this holiday period,  I will be introducing, especially for some of the newer listeners , guests of Heads Talk from the very first series.

There were 14 CSuites and I would like to share snippets of my conversations with them.  There will be two guests in each episode and they will be introduced  accordingly.

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  2. Maggie Berry OBE: EP:001: Get More Women Owned Businesses in Corporate Supply Chains 

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25 Dec 2022128 - Teresa Owusu-Adjei Partner & Eric Wesselman Partner: PwC & KPMG, LookBack Series W300:14:36

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🇬🇧What Knocked Covid-19 off the Front Pages?🇬🇧 
🇳🇱Are Contact Tracing Apps Here to Stay?🇳🇱

In the next few weeks, during this holiday period,  I will be introducing, especially for some of the newer listeners , guests of Heads Talk from the very first series.

There were 14 CSuites and I would like to share snippets of my conversations with them.  There will be two guests in each episode and they will be introduced  accordingly.

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  2. Eric Wesselman: EP:006: Are Contact Tracing Apps Here to Stay?

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27 Aug 2023163 - Tomas Romero COO & Hilary Thomas Chief Medical Officer: Deloitte & KPMG - LookBack Series00:16:15

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🇬🇧 How Corporates Are Likely To Emerge From The Covid-19 Crisis🇬🇧
🇬🇧With the Inevitability of a Second Wave, What Should be done to Increase the Testing of Covid-19🇬🇧

An episode of the LookBack Series, where I talk to two great colleagues from Deloitte and KPMG respectively. Have a listen. Recorded early 2020.

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22 Jan 2023132 - Patricia Bradley CCO: Neurotech Series - MindMaze, Commercialise Neurotechnology00:47:02

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Episode Title:- 🇨🇭Commercialise Neurotechnology🇨🇭

In this #HTNeurotechSeries episode of Heads Talk, I am joined by Patricia Bradley, Global Chief Commercial Officer of MindMaze and this was a conversation about ‘go to market’ and the unique complexities for a Neurotech startup as opposed to other technology startups in the, for example, financial space.  

Definitely one for those of you with a Neurotech startup, ready to scale up enterprise. 

A bit about MindMaze: It is a Neurotechnology company that famously became the 1st Swiss unicorn, when in 2016 it raised $100 million Dollars in Series A1 funding. 

Topics Covered:

  • Neurotech Investors
  • Ecosystem (Lack of)
  • Commercialised Components to Clinical Trials
  • Reimbursement Issues
  • The Pitch
  • Collaboration with Pharmaceutical Companies

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05 Mar 2023138 - Brigitte Nolet President & CEO: Neurotech Series - Roche, Roche Canada Leads on Neuroscience and Health Innovation00:46:24

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Episode Title:- 🇨🇦Roche Canada Leads on Neuroscience and Health Innovation🇨🇦

In this week of International Women, I had a powerful conversation with a CEO of one of the biggest pharmaceutical corporations in the world.  

We love talking about collaboration or partnership on HeadsTalk, especially how prevalent this has become post the pandemic. This conversation took a different direction to the partnership conversations we normally have. Brigitte Novel, CEO Roche Pharma Canada talks about the importance of the patient partnership they have and how this is cultivated by Roche. A tremendous amount of work, research and thought have gone into this and Brigitte, with her team at Roche Canada, are at the forefront; applying the right and latest enabling technologies. 

A conversation that shows you where Roche Canada is going and how this disruptive tech and 4th industrial revolution is driving this. Definitely a part 2 to this conversation to see and talk about how some of the ambitious targets discussed have been met. So stay tuned for that. I’m quietly confident that Part 2 will be equally enlightening. 

With regards to the episode, have a listen. It was great and I enjoyed how Brigitte waxed lyrical about the achievements of Canada and Roche in the field of Neuroscience, AL & ML. 

Many thanks to the Roche team who helped organise this fabulous episode today. I was so impressed with how smooth everything ran.   


Topics Covered:

◽️ Canada’s Leadership in AI & ML
◽️ Neuroscience and the Ageing Population
◽️ Roche Research and Development Excellence
◽️ Big Pharma & Tech
◽️ Healthcare Leadership
◽️ Patient Partnership
◽️ Tumour-agnostic medicines


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29 Jan 2023133 - Renaud Jolivet Professor: Neurotech Series - Maastricht University, Neurotechnology: Risks and Rights00:36:22

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Episode Title:  🇳🇱Neurotechnology: Risks and Rights🇳🇱

Another episode of the #HTNeurotechseries on HeadsTalk  today. A conversation that covered the many aspects of neuroscience and technology. We get a glimpse of a ‘day in the life of  Neuroscientist’ and a summary of the many ongoing projects. 

My guest today Prof. Renaud Jolivet, the Full Professor at Maastrich University, provided me with a comprehensive explanation and definition of some of the terminologies I came across during my research for this series; and put them in context and everyday use.  It was enlightening to listen to Renaud talk about his ongoing Neuroscience research work and projects - gives one a look at what’s to come in this space. 

Renaud has an impressive career, which when you listen to the episode was borne out of a sequence of accidents and incidents that lead him down the path of Neuroscience. He is the Chair of Neural Engineering & Computation at Maastricht University as well as the nominated representative for individual Researchers and Innovators at the European Commission's ERA Forum. Finally, he is an elected member of the Board of Directors at the Organisation for Computational Neuroscience.

Topics Covered:

  •  - Development of a New Type of Brain Computer Interface
  •  - Neurotechnology Risks 
  •  - Human Rights in the Age of Neurotechnology 
  •  - Assessment of Neurotechnology in the Marketplace 
  •  - The Limited Understanding of how Information is Processed



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12 Mar 2023139 - Lidia Fonseca EVP, CDTO: Neurotech Series - Pfizer, 4IR Healthcare Technology00:20:41

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Episode Title:- 🇺🇸4IR Healthcare Technology🇺🇸

A must listen to episode of Heads Talk. I had the privilege of talking to an Executive CSuite of Pfizer who provided me with a vision of what’s to come with the application of digital medicine and the 4th industrial revolution. Such a fascinating answer to this question. 

Lidia Fonseca , EVP & Group Chief Digital and Technology Officer Pfizer talked about her role and the innovative developments within Pfizer. They have a holistic approach to digital transformation and application and this is what differentiate them. 

Lidia is responsible for the enterprise-wide digital strategy, data, technology products and solutions. Under her leadership Pfizer has automated over 90% percent of 100 million Transactional Processes across the company. Lidia’s team launched the Pfizer Learning Academy, providing learning, training, & development for all Pfizer employees.

Thoroughly enjoyed my conversation with Lidia, helped by the great team and communications lead at Pfizer. 

Topics Covered:
◽️ Personalised Medicine
◽️ Internet-of-Medical Things (IoMT) 
◽️ Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS)
◽️ AI, ML
◽️ Digitising Drug Discovery
◽️ Clinical Developments
◽️ Biotech Innovation, Collaboration and Acquisition 
◽️ Holistic Delivery
◽️ Pfizer’s USP
◽️ Future of Healthcare

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12 Feb 2023135 - Bella Rafael Hovhannisyan CECO: Neurotech Series - CSL, Ethics, Compliance and Tech00:31:10

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Episode Title:- 🇨🇭Ethics, Compliance and Tech🇨🇭

My guest today on the #HTNeurotechSeries is a CSuite that we have not had on the show before. We talked about compliance & ethics in a sector where the execution is most needed. My guest, a Robust individual, is known for her Prudence, Confidential Delivery and Leadership. We delved into her role and looked at the future direction of the sector with the advent of Bio and Neurotech - led by compliance, ethics and integrity. 

Bella Rafael Hovhannisyan, Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer CSL - a leading global biotechnology company, provided me with insights into the working of large biotech and pharmaceutical corporations.  

Bella is responsible for:

◻️ Developing the strategic framework, 

◻️ Execution and ongoing management of the CSL enterprise-wide business ethics & compliance group

◻️ Ensuring high ethical standards in business operations and compliance with healthcare laws, pharmaceutical industry requirements; and

◻️ CSL policies and procedures

Prior to joining CSL, she was the Compliance & Ethics Lead for Bristol-Myers Squibb

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02 Apr 2023142 - Allison Duettmann President & CEO: Neurotech Series - Foresight Institute, Existential Hope00:35:11

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Episode Title:- 🇺🇸Existential Hope🇺🇸

My #HTNeurotechSeries HeadsTalk guest today is the leader of an organisation dedicated to the development of high-impact technologies that are focused on several fields of Science. From molecular nanotechnology, to brain-computer interfaces, space exploration, cryptocommerce, and AI. 

Allison Duettmann is the President and CEO of Foresight Institute and our conversation focused on the work that she and her team are doing.  

Foresight Institute has been around since 1986 and Allison within the organisation for 11 years.  She directs the:

  • Intelligent Cooperation
  • Molecular Machines
  • Biotech & Health Extension
  • Neurotech & Space Groups
  • Fellowships, Prizes; and Tech Trees

Allison not only shares the work of Foresight with the public, but has had a number of media appearances and done speeches on various topics relating to AI, Computing and Technology development.  

Topics Covered:
◽️ Work of FI
◽️ Up and Coming Workshops and Events
◽️ Neuroscience, AI and ML Today and Tomorrow
◽️ Existential Hope Concept

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15 Jan 2023131 - Jeff Hawkins Scientist: Neurotech Series - Numenta, Brain Power: A Theory on Intelligence00:45:19

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Episode Title:- 🇺🇸Brain Power: A Theory on Intelligence🇺🇸

This conversation is a great way to kickstart this #HTNeurotechSeries on Heads Talk. One of the leading Neuroscientists in the field, Jeff Hawkins is the co-founder and Chief Scientist of Numenta. He is also the inventor of the PalmPilot. Do you remember how ubiquitous they were?

Jeff is the architect of many computing products. In fact, he is often credited with starting the entire handheld computing industry. Despite his successes as a technology entrepreneur, Jeff’s primary passion & occupation has been Neuroscience.

He is the author of 2 books, 2004 "On Intelligence" and his most recent book 2021 - "A Thousand Brains: A new theory of intelligence”; which was one of Bill Gates' Top 5 books of 2021.  

Topics Covered: 

  • Neuroscience Today
  • AI & Machine Intelligence
  • Brain Intelligence
  • HTM Theory
  • Thousand Brain Theory
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19 Mar 2023140 - Emery N. Brown Professor, Neuroscientist: Neurotech Series - MIT, Harvard - The Nexus between Neuroscience, Neurotechnology & Anaesthesiology00:38:53

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Episode Title: 🇺🇸The Nexus between Neuroscience, Neurotechnology & Anaesthesiology🇺🇸

In this 140th episode of HeadsTalk,  still in the #HTNeurotechSeries, I’m excited about this guest today. He is the renowned Computational and Systems  Neuroscientist, Anaesthesiologist and Statistician Professor Emery N. Brown who holds endowed chairs at Harvard and MIT and is considered one of the world’s experts on Anaesthesiology.

The thing that struck me about Prof.  Brown was his humble persona. He was so gracious, communicative and our conversation continued well after the recording; and what a wonderful and memorable discussion it was. Despite his vast knowledge and unparalleled experience, at no point was I made to feel lesser. Remember, this is an individual that has a street named after him. Incredibly refreshing and admirable.

It’s hard not to be taken aback by his many achievements, accolades and awards in the fields of Neuroscience and Anaesthesiology, a true legend. His accomplishments speak for themselves, rounded off by being only one of a handful of individuals who has been elected to all 3 branches of the US National Academy of Sciences, Engineering & Medicine. He served on President Obama’s BRAIN Initiative Working Group and famously testified at the Michael Jackson deposition. Prof Brown expert advice is renowned across the globe because of his meticulous research and analysis work on sleep, anaesthesia & the unconscious mind.

So easy to be captivated by him & his mellifluous tones. Highly recommend a listen to some of his video lecture recordings. You’ll understand exactly what I mean.

There is so much more to the science of anaesthesiology & I literally couldn’t have asked for a better individual to explain it to me.

A brilliant episode!

Topics Covered:
◽️ Anaesthesiology
◽️ The different levels and state of consciousness
◽️ Understanding Neural Oscillation
◽️Neuroscience within Anaesthesiology
◽️The Theatre (Surgical)
◽️Cross Pollination of roles between Neuroscientist & Anaesthesiologist
◽️How Anaesthesiology integrates into other practice of Medicine
◽️What’s left to do.

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23 Jul 2023158 - Jérôme Brasi CFO: JB Venture Services, CFO's Lot in LatAm and Beyond00:33:56

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Episode Title:-🇨🇭CFO's Lot in LatAm and Beyond 🇧🇷🇦🇷

My guest today is an Investor, Advisor and Serial entrepreneur with 2 decades experience in the Finance sector. His global reach extends from Switzerland to Latin America. 

Jérôme Brasi is the founder of JB Venture Services,  an advisory firm based in Switzerland with a global reach.

Jérôme mainly partners with companies at Pre-seed, Seed, Series A and B stage, but also with Blue-chip organisations. In terms of his most recent achievements, Jérôme was involved in the scale-up of one FinTech, one InsurTech and raised 1.5 million EUR for an AgTech: a European record at a pre-seed stage.

He is currently an Investor and Advisor in 2 LatAm Startups & one Biotech company.

With his unique set of skills, experience and international background, Jérôme is fluent in 5 languages, but most remarkably  he can think and switch his persona in each one of them as and when required.

Based on his personal background and expertise, his favourite geographic areas are Europe, USA and finally Latin American, since Brazil and Argentina are where he spent his childhood.

Topics Covered:
◽️ LatAm Fintech and Healthtech Development
◽️ CFOs roles in Corporations Vs  Startups
◽️ A Look at Brazil and the Japanese Fintech Players within the Country
◽️ LatAm Crypto Adoption
◽️ LatAm Universal Currency?

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30 Apr 2023146 - Avi Lasarow CEO: Neurotech Series - Prenetics International, Genomics and Neurogenomics00:27:30

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Episode Title:- 🇬🇧Genomics and Neurogenomics🇬🇧

In this #HTNeurotechSeries of HeadsTalk , I am joined by Avi Lasarow, the immediate past CEO of Prenetics and the CEO of DNAfit. He is a successful serial entrepreneur who succeeded in pivoting the business to $100million during the pandemic, and played a crucial role in getting Britain back to work, travel and play.

An inspirational leader, he has dedicated over a quarter of his life in the relentless pursuit of science and technological innovation and has been “driven to pioneer and humanise DNA science that, for so long, has been unreachable, unexplainable and unfordable”. 

Avi now helps everyone from consumers to elite sportspeople to understand how their DNA affects their response to fitness and nutrition changes. He created the global brand DNAfit, scaling it to a £20 million business with zero funding, and Avi is the CEO International for the world's most comprehensive DNA test - CircleDNA.

Topics Covered:  

◽️ Personalised Treatment and Cures
◽️ DNA Testing and Understanding
◽️ Building Biobanks 
◽️ Genomics & Neurogenomics
◽️ Social Impact in Business
◽️ Neurotechnology Potential 

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08 Jan 2023130 - Eric Van Haaren CEO & Eddie Short CDAO: Deloitte & O2 - LookBack Series Final Week - W500:17:58

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🇩🇪 The 3 Stages of Surviving Through Restructuring🇩🇪
🇬🇧 How to Implement a Data Driven Culture in your Organisation🇬🇧

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14 May 2023148 - Achin Bhowmik EVP, CTO, Professor: Neurotech Series - Starkey, The Apple of Hearing Aids - Audio Edge Intelligence00:41:12

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Episode Title:-
🇺🇸The Apple of Hearing Aids - Audio Edge Intelligence🇺🇸
 
I enjoyed this episode. Listening to it again in order to write this paragraph, it just reconfirmed to me what a great conversation this was for the #HTNeurotechSeries on  Heads Talk. You need to watch what these guys are doing and how they are reimagining hearing devices. Remember when the first Apple iPhone came out, well this is that moment in the Hearing device world. My guest and his team are changing the way we see and use this device, making it more than its initial intended use. In fact, those that do not have impaired hearing will be using it to enhance their hearing  beyond the level of a human. Now do you understand what I'm talking about?  Some would argue that the smartphone has made humans less intelligent, whereas this device will enhance cognition.

I absolutely love when something that is not on your radar just enters into your space. This is it. I was wowed by the work that my guest is doing for those who are audio impaired, but I would most definitely call it Hearing Aid+ and you will understand why when you listen to this episode.  In fact, I grappled with the title of this episode and switched between ‘The Neuroscience of Hearing’, ‘Reimagined the Hearing Device’, ‘Deep Neural Network’, ‘AI and Smart Hearing Tech’ to then settle on the title above. 

Achin Bhowmik, the EVP and CTO of Starkey, is also an Adjunct  Professor of Neuroscience for @Stanford University.  He has won many Scientific and Technology based awards & has been named in the top 10 CTOs of 2022. You need to look at the list to understand what an achievement that is. 

This was a 'buckle up, listen and learn’ episode and he brought audio edge intelligence to the fore. I can't emphasise enough what a great insightful conversation this was. You will be amazed. Guaranteed!
 
 Topics Covered:

◽️ Cutting Edge In-Ear Devices
◽️ Genesis AI
◽️ Sound Classification with Algorithms & Advanced ML
◽️ Audio Edge Technology
◽️ Deep Neural Network
◽️ Multipurpose Device
◽️ Frontiers in Neuroscience
◽️Augmenting Auditory Perception
◽️ AI & Embedded Sensors
◽️ Transhumanism 

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16 Jul 2023157 - Chiara Rustici TL, CPO, Chair : Law Specialist Group, Digital Services Act Part 100:24:09

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Recorded 18.11.22

I’m delighted to say we  again have Chiara Rustici, a celebrated academic and the fmr. Chair of the BCS Law Specialist Group & a #GDPR subject matter expert. She is now a Chief Privacy Officer and talks about, among other things, the Digital Services Act. A very insightful conversation.

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19 Feb 2023136 - Dhani Sutanto CCO: Neurotech Series - 42 Interactive, Power of Neuroplasticity: Reorganise the Brain's Neural Networks00:42:48

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Episode Title: 🇦🇺Power of Neuroplasticity: Reorganise the Brain's Neural Networks 🇦🇺

In this episode  #HTNeurotechSeries of HeadsTalk , I have a creative technologist that is on a mission to make technology more personal & impactful through designs that deliver exceptional user experiences.

Did you know that 9/10 cases of chronic pain have no physical cause?

Dhani Sutanto is the Co Founder and Chief Commercial Officer of a number of companies. They include, 42 Interactive Pty Limited, Neurotechnology the company and Box Office VR

He is a seasoned creative professional with a career spanning 20 years. 

Topics Covered:
◽️ Neuroplasticity 
◽️ Brain Neural Networks Reorganisation  
◽️ Neuromodulation
◽️ Chronic Pain Clinic's Tranceducer™ and CognitiVR™ Technology
◽️ Analgesic Effect
◽️ Mirror Boxed Therapy 
◽️ Neurotech Scaleup Issues 
◽️ Digital Twin
◽️ Full Body Tracking 
◽️Funding Neurotech Startups


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26 Feb 2023137 - Martha Boeckenfeld Dean, Partner: Neurotech Series - Metaverse Academy, Neuroscience in the Metaverse: The Promise and Pitfalls00:33:20

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Episode Title: 🇨🇭Neuroscience in the Metaverse: The Promise and Pitfalls🇨🇭

Another prolific guest on HeadsTalk today for the #HTNeurotechSeries. When I decided on this new series, I knew I wanted to have Dr Martha Boekenfeld, Dean, Partner at Metaverse Academy on the show. For those who don’t know, she is a seasoned financial sector CEO, CFO and is currently on Generali Switzerland Board of Directors. She is also a renowned disruptive Tech Thought leader. Just have a read of her recent article on Neuroscience in the Metaverse. The link is in the comments. Our discussion could have lasted 2 hours easily, nevertheless we’ve managed to slot in all the succinct and relevant points into this shorter version. The article completes this discussion. 

Topics Covered:
◽️ The Great Convergence
◽️ Neuroscience in the Metaverse
◽️ Neural Networks
◽️ Brain Computer Interface Technology in the Metaverse
◽️ Advancements in Healthcare in the Metaverse
◽️ Elon Musk’s Neuralink
◽️ Neurotechonology Governance, Ethical, Social and Privacy Considerations 
◽️ Global Silo Working Warnings
◽️ Unintended Consequences
◽️ Irony

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26 Mar 2023141 - Jeff Jensen CTO: Neurotech Series - Blackrock Neurotech, Tomorrow’s BCI Industry00:37:14

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Episode Title:- 🇺🇸Tomorrow’s BCI Industry🇺🇸

As some of you probably know, I tend to do quite a bit of research prior to a conversation with a guest on Heads Talk, especially if it’s a field that I am not familiar with.  This one was no exception. However, going through the material and listening to some of the testimonies of the BCI Pioneers, I was unexpectedly moved. Completely amazed at the work that they are doing with their patients, their drive, the results and the fact that they are at the front of delivering hope to many individuals with paralysis and other neurological disorders. 

Jeff Jensen is the CTO of Blackrock Neurotech, one of the world's leading Neurotech companies.  We talked about the work that is being done within his organisation and I listened to some of the feedback that Jeff and his team are getting about some of their life changing products. They have developed one of the most advanced BCI used today and in this episode you will hear how excited Jeff is with the progress as well as get a glimpse of what’s to come in this space. Their mission state is a noble one and they are delivering groundbreaking results. One gets the feeling we are on the edge of an exponential development in neuroscience and you will marvel at some of the products due to be released and commercialised in the near future. I am only too happy to be able to share this episode with you today. 

Topics Covered:

◽️ Advent of BCI

◽️ Blackrock’s Utah Array

◽️ BCI Pioneers/Patients & Their Feedback

◽️ Next Gen BCI

◽️ MoveAgain BCI

◽️ Neuroprosthetics 

◽️ Neuralace

◽️ Neurotech Ecosystem

◽️ The Differentiator from Competitors

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11 Jun 2023152 - Subutai Ahmad CEO: Neurotech Series - Numenta, Future of Intelligent Computing00:37:12

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Episode Title:- 🇺🇸Future of Intelligent Computing🇺🇸

What better way to conclude this #HTNeurotechSeries 2023 on Heads Talk than to end as we began - with Numenta. Today, I have Subutai Ahmad, CEO Numenta to talk about all things to do with Intelligent Computing. 

Subutai has previously served as Vice President Engineering at Yes Video, Inc. where he helped grow the company from a 3-person start-up to a  Leader in automated digital media authoring.  

In 1997, Subutai co-founded ePlanet Interactive - a spin-off from Interval Research. ePlanet developed the IntelPlay Me2Cam - the first Computer Vision product developed for consumers. He has served as a key researcher at Interval Research.

This was a great conversation and conclusion to a most enjoyable series.  Subutai talked passionately about the work he and his team are doing.

Topics Covered:
◽️ Relationship Between Neuroscience and AI
◽️ Commercialisation of a Neuroscience Research Lab
◽️ Computational Intelligence (CI)
◽️ Quantum Advanced Intelligence (QAI)
◽️ Deep Learning Systems
◽️ True Machine Intelligence

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09 Apr 2023143 - Niklas Kruse CFO :Fintech Series - Roche, Finance Function Lead on Social Value00:27:21

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Episode Title:- 🇬🇧Finance Function Lead on Social Value🇮🇪

In this first of a number of episodes on Heads Talk in the month of April around the finance function and fintech we talk to Niklas Kruse, a Financial CSuite, who is the Director of Finance and Operations UK, Ireland and European Agencies for Roche Diagnostics. He has had nearly 2 decades in the Healthcare industry working across a number of geographies and continents.

His passion for driving value through finance, has led him to take on Leadership roles in various cultural contexts, including Germany, Switzerland, China, the USA, Finland,  and the UK. 

Topics Covered:
◽️ Social Value
◽️ Finance Ethical Decision Making 
◽️ Ethical Investments
◽️ Tender Consideration
◽️ Fintech Enablement
◽️ Finance Function Changes

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07 May 2023147 - Aragorn Meulendijiks CMO: Neurotech Series - ItsMrMetaverse, Next Level Neuromarketing00:50:12

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Episode Title:  🇳🇱 Next Level Neuromarketing🇳🇱

In this episode of #HTNeurotechSeries on  HeadsTalk we have Aragorn Meulendijiks, CMO, Strategic Advisor and Founder of ItsMrMetaverse.com

The thing that I love about talking to Aragorn is that our conversations always dart off into fascinating corners, ideas, ideals and foreboding scenarios! We eventually get back on topic, but that is the joy of talking to Aragorn.

You will find this conversation interesting. While the main theme is about Neuromarketing today, some of the things discussed will make you think about neuromarketing and capitalism, if you like, of tomorrow. What if we all are able to read and understand what each other’s thinking about? What will be the societal impact? What if Tech becomes bigger and more powerful than governments? These are some of the unexpected turns and Aragorn really makes this episode a must listen to.  You will know why I’m happy to have him on Heads Talk time and time again.

Incidentally, he requested that the main body of his introduction is kept as is despite the laughs. Have a listen! 

Topics Covered:

◽️ Neuromarketing: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow
◽️ Consumer Neuroscience 
◽️ Physiological and Neural Signals
◽️ Neuroscience and AI in the Metaverse
◽️ What can Apps really do in biometric and with brain signals
◽️ Destabilisation: Lack of Regulations and Laws
◽️ The Privacy Debate
◽️ Unintended Consequences
◽️ Will Big Pharma Change Forever


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28 May 2023150 - Nita Farahany Professor, TL, Author: Neurotech Series - The Sixth Domain of Warfare: The Battle for Cognitive Liberty00:53:53

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Episode Title:- 🇺🇸The Sixth Domain of Warfare: The Battle for Cognitive Liberty🇺🇸

This is a 'not to be missed' 150th episode of Heads Talk for the #HTNeurotechSeries. We have the incredible Nita Farahany, Robinson O. Everett distinguished Professor of Law & Philosophy at Duke Law School, the Founding Director of Duke Science & Society, the Faculty Chair of the Duke MA in Bioethics & Science Policy, and principal investigator of SLAP Lab.  She is the Author of the must read book: The Battle for Your Brain: Defending the Right to Think Freely in the Age of Neurotechnology.  I really enjoyed our conversation, which could have gone on for another hour or so. Brilliant content. 

 Topics Covered:

◽️ Cognitive Warfare
◽️ Cognitive Liberty
◽️ Neuroscience Impact on the Justice System
◽️ Neuromarketing
◽️ Brain Data Rights
◽️ The Different Hats of Nita: Philosophical Nita, Legal Nita
◽️ Who has access to your brain data
◽️ Havana Syndrome
◽️ Normalisation of Surveillance
◽️ 1984
◽️ Rethink Compulsory Education

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14 Feb 2024189 - Craig Walker SVP: Salesforce, CIO Maestro: Conducting the Technology Ensemble01:06:31

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Episode Title: 🇬🇧CIO Maestro: Conducting the Technology Ensemble🇬🇧

In this episode of  Heads Talk and a continuation of this mini-series of favourites, I had the privilege of engaging in a thought-provoking conversation with Craig Walker, SVP Salesforce  and Retd CIO Downstream for Shell. Brilliant! Brilliant! Brilliant! Craig's insights are consistently of the highest calibre, making each discussion a joy and a treasure trove of valuable information and content suitable for captivating audiograms and soundbites! For those seeking an in-depth exploration of the role of the CIO across different eras – past, present, and future – Craig's perspectives are both enlightening and eyeopening.

Throughout the episode, we delved into critical topics such as the evolving role of the CIO and the emergence of the Chief Artificial Officer, where Craig questioned whether this is a reactionary response to current times. The intersection of cybersecurity and Generative AI became a focal point, offering indispensable insights for cybersecurity specialists. We also explored the contemporary responsibilities of the CIO in the 21st century, distinguishing between an Operations CIO and the increasingly relevant Transformative CIO role in today's landscape. He emphasised the importance of balancing IT innovation with a pragmatic approach, cautioning against hasty adoption of new titles and departments without thoughtful consideration of their impact on business delivery.

Intriguingly, Craig shared astute observations about the organisational health signalled by reporting lines within an organisation’s CSuite and board. He shed light on the nuanced connections between structure and effectiveness. Naturally, the episode concluded with an in-depth discussion on data and data analytics, a subject close to Craig's heart. 

The depth and breadth of insights covered in this episode make it a must-listen for professionals across various domains, offering a comprehensive exploration of contemporary challenges and opportunities in the ever-evolving landscape of technology leadership.

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25 Jun 2023154 - André Hefti CMO: Hospitality Series - Switzerland Tourism Board, #IneedSwitzerland Part 200:23:05

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Episode Title:-🇨🇭#IneedSwitzerland Part 2🇨🇭

It’s summer and holidays are around the corner. What better way to kickstart this than with interviews of Country Executive CSuites in the Tourism industry for this mini #HTHospitalitySeries.  

First of we have André Hefti, Chief Marketing Officer and a Member of the Management Board for Switzerland Tourism - Switzerland's Official National Tourism Organisation.

We talked about the very successful marketing campaign #IneedSwitzerland as well as the work that he and his team are doing around sustainable goals and needs. 

Andre is an astute seasoned marketing executive and is responsible for the Organisation’s Global Marketing Strategy and Brand Building, through the development of International Campaigns and Partnering with Relevant Bodies for Commercial Success.

In his role as Chief Marketing Officer, since 2018, he and his team have significantly shaped the marketing of the destination Switzerland over the past 5 years and received numerous accolades for internationally recognised campaigns. Under his leadership, the small destination of Switzerland has attracted worldwide attention and you literally have to be living under a rock, if you’ve not seen one of their recent Ads.

Topics Covered:

◽️ Current Ad Campaign featuring Roger Federer and Trevor Noah
◽️ Roger Federer the Ambassador
◽️ Tourism
◽️ Swisstainable Project
◽️ Marketing in 2023 and beyond (Intro to AI) 
◽️ Hospitality Sector Post Pandemic
◽️The Next Campaign?? 

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21 May 2023149 - Bolu Ajiboye Professor, Neuroscientist: Neurotech Series - Case Western Reserve University, The Restoration of Lost Function - Biomedical Engineering, BMI & Neuroprosthetics00:40:45

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Episode Title:  🇺🇸 The Restoration of Lost Function - Biomedical Engineering, BMI & Neuroprosthetics🇺🇸

I had such an enlightening conversation with my guest today on the #HTNeurotechSeries on Heads Talk.  Despite the fact that during the recording, I had a throbbing headache,  Professor Abidemi Bolu Ajiboye,  Case Western Reserve University, kept me engaged in the incredible work he and his team are doing.  Not surprised by the many accolades received. 

Prof. Ajiboye's main research interest is in the development and control of BMI Neuroprosthetic technologies for restoring function to individuals who have experienced severely debilitating injuries to the nervous system, such as spinal cord injury and stroke. 

The end goal of his research is to develop BMI systems that allow for more natural interactions with one’s surrounding environment, and more natural control of assistive technologies, such as artificial limbs and functional electrical stimulation (FES) based systems.
 
Topics Covered:

◽️ Neuroprosethic Today and Tomorrow
◽️ FES - Functional Electrical Stimulation based systems
◽️ Neuromodulation
◽️ The Engineering Behind it all
◽️ Work with Veterans
◽️ New Developments in Speech
◽️ I Am Human Documentary 

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16 Apr 2023144 - Alex Marsh Head UK: Fintech Series - Klarna, More Than BNPL00:51:24

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Episode Title:-🇬🇧More Than BNPL🇸🇪

In this Heads Talk episode as part of the series of conversations with CSuite Financial and Fintech Leaders, I had a conversation with Alex Marsh, Country Lead and Head of Klarna UK. 

Alex and I spoke in the first HTFintechSeries  and this conversation was equally fascinating, especially to be introduced to some of the products and services of Klarna away from the known market leading BNPL services. They are really offering a BNPL+ service to the market.

Have a listen to Alex talk about the current and outstanding regulatory issues as well as how the explosion of AI and ChatGPT is changing the fintech market for good. Another episode filled with great content and detail. 
 

Topics Covered:  

◽️ Klarna's Additional Services and Products
◽️ Acquisitions
◽️ Klarna Working with OpenAI Team
◽️ AI in Open Banking
◽️ BNPL Regulations Update
◽️ Regulations in Different Countries
◽️ Effects of Apple Entry into BNPL Market
◽️ Shelf Life of the Credit Card
◽️ Klarna's Sustainability Initiatives

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02 Jul 2023155 - Huey Hong Ong CSO: Hospitality Series - Singapore Tourism Board, A City in Nature - Sustainable Tourism00:21:07

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Episode Title:  🇸🇬 A City in Nature - Sustainable Tourism🇸🇬

In this #HTHospitalitySeries episode of Heads Talk, I talk with Huey Hong Ong, CSO Singapore Tourism Board. Singapore is on my list to visit in the near future and it was a delight to talk with Huey Hong about the work they are doing there to ensure they lead on sustainable travel. 

Singapore has been certified as a sustainable destination based on the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC)'s Destination Criteria. 

The country is the first to apply for the certification process on a country level, and the GSTC was established in 2010 with the support of the United Nations Foundation and UN Environment Programme.

I have been reliably informed that the images I see on videos and in pictures are exactly how things are in this country - a city in nature!

Topics Covered:

◽️ Singapore’s USP
◽️ GSTC Certification
◽️ Sustainable Travel and Tourism
◽️ Sustainable Partners
◽️ The Road Ahead

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  2. SingapoRewards


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23 Apr 2023145 - Robert Bueninck CEO: Fintech Series - Unzer, Introducing UPayLater00:34:59

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Episode Title:-🇩🇪Introducing UPayLater🇩🇪

In this Heads Talk episode as part of the series of conversations with CSuite Financial and Fintech Leaders, I had a conversation with Robert Bueninck, CEO of Unzer. 

The conversation was dominated by the recent launch of Unzer’s BNPL offering for the B2B market - #UPayLater. Robert talked about the advantages of this model, allowing merchants and retailers to maintain valued end-customer relationships while ensuring they are able to offer them payment options. Issues around regulation came up in the conversation and we talked about the different approaches in Germany and the UK. Another conversation for those of you who follow the latest in the BNPL space. 

It will be interesting to see how the white-label bnpl offering develops over time and if other providers will move into this space (B2B) as opposed to the known B2C offering.


 Unzer is also one of the sponsors for the Special Olympics in Berlin 2023 and with their team spirit, many of the employees will be volunteering their services. 
 
 Generally, it was a great dialogue with Robert who is an entrepreneur by heart. His knowledge of the BNPL market was clear to see, having spent a number of years working as the Country Head for @Klarna in the DACH region and prior to that Belgium and the Netherlands. 

Topics Covered:  

◽️ UPayLater Launch
◽️ White-Label BNPL  
◽️ Unzer’s Future Plans
◽️ Regulations in Germany and EU
◽️ Credit Checks at Point of Sale
◽️ Berlin 2023 Special Olympics


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04 Jun 2023151 - Tim Marler CRO, Professor: Neurotech Series - RAND Corporation, BCI Regulation, Military Application et al00:32:02

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Episode Title:- 🇺🇸BCI Regulation, Military Application et al🇺🇸

On this #HTNeurotechSeries episode of Heads Talk, I am joined by Tim Marler, Professor and a Senior Research Engineer at RAND Corporation.  

He is a co-founder and co-lead for the RAND Biological Technologies' Emerging Challenges Group and the RAND Health Biotechnology and BioEconomy Strategy Group. 

Currently, Tim serves on the Department of Commerce's Materials and Equipment Technical Advisory Committee within the Bureau of Industry and Security.

The President of Virtual Systems Engineering, his work focuses on software for Analysing Circuit Cards, and he is the Chief Research Officer of SantosHuman Inc., which focuses on software for Digital Human Modelling. 

Once again with the NeurotechSeries, we could have easily spent a good 2 hours just talking about the military aspect and use of BCIs in this episode. Tim provided me with a view of BCIs in combat, in war engagement and you get  a glimpse of operations going forward. Fascinating! 

We also talked about the various industry sectors and how they will benefit from BCIs, starting with the medical and health sector. 

A lot of innovative ideas were shared. So another good episode to listen to. 

Topics Covered:
◽️ Types of BCIs
◽️ BCI Application in the Military
◽️ Commercial Application of BCI
◽️ BCI Regulation: The Obstacles and Maturity Level
◽️ Privacy and Laws
◽️ International Agreements and Considerations
◽️ Are we ready for 'this type' of Neurotechnology

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08 Oct 2023169 - Rachel Barton Senior MD: Accenture, Board Effectiveness & CSuites Musical Chairs00:38:21

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Episode Title:- 🇬🇧Board Effectiveness & CSuites Musical Chairs🇬🇧

On this episode of Heads Talk, I am joined by Rachel Barton, Senior Managing Director who leads  Accenture's ‘Strategy Business' across Europe, working with some of the world's largest brands. 

She advises business leaders on how they can transform and create new growth – moving at speed from strategy to execution.  

Accenture's European Strategy Team encompasses industry experts from across the continent who focus on :

  • Technology Strategy
  • Merger and Acquisition 
  • Private Equity, 
  • Growth & Pricing
  • Sustainability
  • Cost and Productivity
  • Finance, Talent; and Supply Chain.

Topics Covered:
◽️ The New CSuites
◽️ CHRO
◽️ Board Effectiveness
◽️ Customer Strategy
◽️ Changing Advisory Services Environment

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18 Jun 2023153 - Jess Phillips MP, House of Commons: Everything You Really Need to Know About Politics00:50:53

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Episode Title:- 🇬🇧Candid Politics🇬🇧

My guest today,  the formidable Jess Phillips MP Shadow Minister for Domestic Violence & Safeguarding, House of Commons UK, talked candidly about her thoughts on the state of politics today. She did not pull any punches and this is a must listen to episode of HeadsTalk

The insightful stories,  the behind the scenes commentary. Jess was on fire and I was captivated by the content. We talked about Jess’s new book - The Life of an MP: Everything You Really Need to Know About Politics. Link in the show notes and comments. She shared some of the interesting goings on in politics today, thoughts about some of the more known individuals in this space; and her theory as to why in 2023 we have had no labour female leaders, never mind Prime Minister.

Topics Covered:
◽️Jess’s view on MPs Past & Present
◽️Cost of Living Crisis
◽️Solutions for Domestic Violence 
◽️Government Track Record
◽️Public Sector Workers & The Picket Line
◽️Women’s Economic Empowerment

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10 Sep 2023165 - Rob Price Founder & Racey Muchilwa President, CEO: Alchemmy & Novartis - LookBack Series00:12:32

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Episode Titles:

  1. 🇬🇧Corporate Digital Responsibility🇬🇧
  2. 🇰🇪The Value of African's Pharmaceutical Industry🇰🇪

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I would like to share some of the memorable snippets of my conversations with them.  There will be two guests in each episode and they will be introduced  accordingly.

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  1. Rob Price: EP: 042: Corporate Digital Responsibility
  2. Racey Muchilwa: EP:046: The Value of African's Pharmaceutical Industry

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12 Nov 2023174 - Roman Mirakhmedov Head: Next Generation Cloud Series - AWS, Cloud Optimisation and Never Stop Learning00:44:04

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Episode Title: 🇩🇪Cloud Optimisation and Never Stop Learning🇨🇦

We continue the new #HTNGCloudSeries on  Heads Talk with one of the most qualified, if not the most qualified guest on the subject matter.  He is a renowned Cloud and Software Expert and has over 25 years of leadership and innovation at scale in his field. Most notably, he is one of a dozen people in the world who hold all 12 Amazon Web Services and 10 Google Cloud Platform certifications. An impressive achievement. And to top this, he is currently completing his PhD in Artificial Intelligence.

Roman Mirakhmedov is the  Head of Technology and Principal Architect with Amazon Web Services (AWS).  Previously, he held executive roles in a number of companies and was a senior director of cloud consulting with Prodapt. 

He is also a visiting professor and thesis supervisor with several universities.

Topics Covered:
◽️Cloud FinOps
◽️Speed and Innovation
◽️Cloud Waste
◽️Cloud Usage and Spend
◽️Hybrid & MultiCloud Strategies & Adoption
◽️Sustainability in the context of Cloud Computing


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03 Sep 2023164 - Kevin Ellis Chair & Jay Persaud Vice Chair : PwC & EY - LookBack Series00:18:02

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  1. 🇬🇧21st Century Leadership🇬🇧
  2. 🇺🇸Leadership Dissected🇺🇸

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  1. Kevin Ellis: EP:035: 21st Century Leadership
  2. Jay Persaud: EP: 081: Leadership Dissected

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20 Aug 2023162 - Christos Cabolis Chief Economist & Epaminondas Farnakis CEO: IMD & Humanrights360 - LookBack Series00:19:29

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  1. 🇨🇭What affects a country's world competitiveness ranking in digital, the economy and politics🇨🇭
  2. 🇬🇷The Fragility of Human Rights🇬🇷

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  1. Christos Cabolis: EP: 016: What affects a country's world competitiveness ranking in digital, the economy and politics
  2. Epaminondas Farmakis: EP:034: The Fragility of Human Rights

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30 Jul 2023159 - Amy Lo CEO & Sumanta Roy VP: UBS & TCS - LookBack Series00:13:19

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  1. 🇭🇰UBS, The Netflix of Banking🇭🇰
  2. 🇦🇪The Future of Money - Fintech & Digital Banks🇦🇪

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  1. Amy Lo: EP: 054: UBS, The Netflix of Banking
  2. Sumanta Roy: EP:039: The Future of Money - Fintech & Digital Banks

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17 Sep 2023166 - Claudia Cordioli Group CFO & Lord Toby Harris: Swiss Re & House of Lords - LookBack Series00:18:43

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  1. 🇨🇭The Entrepreneurial CFO🇨🇭
  2. 🇬🇧Plan B: How prepared is a Country for an Incident?🇬🇧

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  1. Claudia Cordioli: EP: 056: The Entrepreneurial CFO
  2. Lord Toby Harris: EP:031: Plan B: How prepared is a Country for an Incident?

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06 Aug 2023160 - Bernard Dunn President & John Deverill GM: Boeing & GE - LookBack Series00:15:59

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  1. 🇺🇸 Boeing's Innovative Paths, Products & Partnerships 🇦🇪
  2. 🇬🇧Leadership, Innovation and Beyond in the Healthcare Sector🇬🇧

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  1. Bernard Dunn: EP: 051:  Boeing's Innovative Paths, Products & Partnerships 
  2. John Deverill: EP:020: Leadership, Innovation and Beyond in the Healthcare Sector

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13 Aug 2023161 - Bracken Darrell CEO & Suzan (Suzi) LeVine US Ambassador: Logitech & US Government - LookBack Series00:19:33

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  1. 🇺🇸Downright Honest Leadership🇺🇸
  2. 🇺🇸 ‘We Just did! 46’ 🇺🇸

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  1. Bracken Darrell: EP: 089: Downright Honest Leadership
  2. Suzi LeVine: EP:023: ‘We Just did! 46’

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22 Nov 2023177 - Simon Hepburn CEO: Next Generation Cloud Series, Cybersecurity Council UK - Next Generation Cybersecurity and Ethical Hacking: The New Professions to Aspire to00:26:05

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🇬🇧Next Generation Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking: The New Professions to Aspire to🇬🇧

My guest today on Head Talk is a  25-year veteran of the education, careers and charity Sector.  Professor Simon Hepburn, Chief Executive Officer for the UK Cyber Security Council, has sat on a number of boards to include the BBC Charities Advisory Board. 

This was a conversation about Prof Hepburn's mission to introduce cybersecurity roles and related occupations into school and education establishments as early as possible to get more into the profession. We talked about the various ways and ongoing projects to accomplish this and I do believe you will have young children saying to parents one day 'I want to be an ethical hacker!'  

Topics Covered:
◽️Five Pillars of Cybersecurity
◽️Pressing Issues on the Minds of Cybersecurity Professional
◽️Marketing the Professions
◽️Standardisation Process
◽️Cybersecurity on the Curriculum
◽️Global Collaboration
◽️Aims of the Security Council UK

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13 Dec 2023184 - Joseph Davis, CSA: Next Generation Cloud Series - Microsoft, AI Heavy Lifting in Cybersecurity00:22:12

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Episode Title:- 🇺🇸AI Heavy Lifting in Cybersecurity🇺🇸

In this episode of Heads Talk for the Next Generation Cloud Series, we had an informative conversation. I encourage you to take the time to listen to the entire discussion, as it was a fast-paced exchange featuring high-quality content. Despite its brevity, the insights provided by my guest shed light on the topic of 'AI heavy lifting for cybersecurity within the Cloud', aligning perfectly with the episode's title.

Joseph Davis is the Healthcare & Life Sciences Chief Security Advisor for Microsoft.  He works closely with Microsoft's customers' security teams & regularly gives them security advice, guidance, & recommendations for their digital transformation projects. This, in turn, helped them securely move workloads with sensitive data to the Cloud.

Before joining Microsoft, Joseph held the position of Leader of Accenture/Avanade Security Advisory in North America. Drawing on his extensive experience, he also served as a Chief Information Security Officer for two major global companies specialising in the development and manufacturing of medical devices, supplies, and pharmaceuticals.

Joseph also shared insights into the current landscape of cybersecurity in the Cloud, providing a glimpse into the near future and what to expect in the evolving space of security for the Next Generation Cloud environment. 

Topics Covered:
◽️Security Copilot
◽️AI as a Service
◽️Fighting Ransomware
◽️Blockchain - Immutable Ledger
◽️Operating Systems to Unikernels - Rethink Cloud Infrastructure
◽️Healthcare in the Cloud
◽️Deepfake AI Detection

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22 Oct 2023171 - Craig Walker CIO & Gisela Abbam Chair : Shell & GPC - LookBack Series00:27:57

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The New Series on Heads Talk starts NEXT WEEK. Tune in on Monday for the promo video and the episodes thereafter. Excited!!! In the meantime and for the time being, here is the last of the Lookback Series episode.

Episode Titles:

  1. 🇬🇧It's the Data, Stupid!🇬🇧
  2. 🇬🇧 Out of the box is the only way to be. A dissection on innovation and creativity 🇬🇧

In the next few weeks, during this summer holiday period,  I will be introducing, especially for some of the newer listeners , guests of Heads Talk from previous series.

I would like to share some of the memorable snippets of my conversations with them.  There will be two guests in each episode and they will be introduced  accordingly.

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  1. Craig Walker EP:017: It's the Data, Stupid!
  2. Gisela Abbam EP:019: Out of the box is the only way to be. A dissection on innovation and creativity

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24 Sep 2023167 - Cherie Blair CBE, KC & Vikas Kumar CRO: King's Counsel & Cognizant - LookBack Series00:28:48

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Episode Titles:

  1. 🇬🇧Trailblazing Financial Independence for Women🇬🇧
  2. 🇮🇳Clubhouse, Data & AI - Audio Technology Trends & Analytics🇮🇳

In the next few weeks, during this summer holiday period,  I will be introducing, especially for some of the newer listeners , guests of Heads Talk from previous series.

I would like to share some of the memorable snippets of my conversations with them.  There will be two guests in each episode and they will be introduced  accordingly.

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  1. Cherie Blair CBE KC: EP: 025: Trailblazing Financial Independence for Women
  2. Vikas Kumar: EP: 027: Clubhouse, Data & AI - Audio Technology Trends & Analytics 

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19 Nov 2023176 - Florin Rotar CAIO: Next Generation Cloud Series - Avanade, Everybody Must Be A Prompt Engineers00:53:24

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Episode Title:- 🇺🇸Everybody Must Be A Prompt Engineer🇺🇸

My guest today is the 1st Chief Artificial Intelligence  Officer (CAIO) we have had on the show. A sign of the times. A fascinating discussion with Florin Rotar, CAIO of Avanade and the former CTO of Avanade.

Florin  drives the Global AI Strategy and Execution across all parts of the business, spanning leadership, Sales, Solutions, Delivery, Capability and the Partner Ecosystem. He was recognised by Entrepreneur Magazine as one of the Top 10 CTOs to Watch in 2023.

A very enjoyable and thoughtful conversation with Florin, who carefully threaded  the human needs and ethical elements in our discussion throughout the episode. Do have a listen.

Topics Covered:
◽️Critical Role of a CAIO Today
◽️Mobile 1st, then Cloud 1st, then AI 1st and now back to Cloud 1st - NGC
◽️Prompt Engineering
◽️AI, Human and Ethical Considerations
◽️Democratised AI
◽️AI Evolution
◽️Microsoft Ecosystem
◽️Quantum Computing
◽️Sustainable Cloud Storage


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29 Nov 2023180 - Bruno Schenk Chairman, CEO: Next Generation Cloud Series - Eviden, Above All, Data Management Ethics00:38:27

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Episode Title: 🇨🇭Above All, Data Management Ethics🇨🇭

In the 180th episode of Heads Talk, we engage in a discussion with Bruno Schenk, Chairman and CEO of Eviden  Switzerland, as part of the Next Generation Cloud Series. 

Our conversation delves into topics such as ethics, social responsibility, AI, the transformative potential of data analytics, and the evolving roles in this dynamic space.

Eviden Switzerland, an Atos business, stands at the forefront of digital, cloud, HPC, big data, and security solutions. Under Bruno's leadership, a global team of experts is dedicated to delivering data-driven, trusted, and sustainable digital transformations for clients.

Recently honored with the Digital Communication Awards in September 2023, Bruno and his organisation triumphed over prominent brands like Vodafone, Microsoft, and Beyond Gravity among a shortlist of over 300 applications.

Topics Covered:
◽️Data Ownership
◽️Case Studies Across Various Sectors
◽️Sustainability in the Cloud (Green Cloud)
◽️Ethical Considerations in Cloud Computing
◽️Definition of Next Generation Cloud 
◽️Advance Computing Services in the Cloud
◽️Data Scientists and Analyst 
◽️Insights into the Intersection of Sports and Cloud Technology


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15 Oct 2023170 - Orlena Nwokah Blanchard Managing Partner: Co-creator of The CROWN Coalition - Corporate World and The Crown Act00:38:37

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Episode Title:- 🇺🇸Corporate World and The Crown Act🇺🇸

In this 170th episode of Heads Talk, I am joined by Orlena Nwokah Blanchard, Managing director of Seven Elements Group and the Co-creator of The CROWN Coalition. This was an impactful conversation about the 'Politics of Hair' and the role business, government, social bodies and in particular corporations play.

Orlena is a cultural marketing executive, a true marketing thought leader and one of the pioneers of the now renowned Crown Act. See comments for further information about this groundbreaking act. I had an enlightening conversation with Orlena about the world of marketing and longstanding har discrimination in the social and corporate worlds. Another must listen to episode.

Topics Covered:
◽️The Crown Act
◽️ Morphing of Marketing
◽️ Cultural Marketing Strategy
◽️ Brand Management in the era of Generative AI
◽️ Credible Marketing Thought Leaders
◽️ Corporate World Adaption To Change
◽️ The 7 Elements of Culture

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03 Dec 2023181 - Paul O'Sullivan CTO, SVP: Next Generation Cloud Series - Salesforce, It's the Customer, Stupid!00:34:16

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Episode Title:- 🇬🇧It's the Customer, Stupid!🇬🇧

Another great episode on Heads Talk for the Next Generation Cloud Series.  The wealth of insightful content was so abundant that condensing it into a mere five-minute Audiogram proved to be quite the challenge. To truly grasp the depth of the conversation, you'll need to tune in to the complete episode. Link in the comments.

Today's  guest is Paul O'Sullivan, the Chief Technology Officer and Senior Vice President of Solution Engineering at Salesforce. Paul's  career includes a transformative five-year stint as Managing Director at Accenture, where he played a pivotal role in fostering cross-industry growth in the Software Engineering sector. Before this, Paul dedicated a decade to the financial services domain, commencing at Monitise—the trailblazing Mobile Banking Platform that revolutionised services for a multitude of retail banks in the UK and the prepaid business in the US.

The discourse with Paul was thoroughly enjoyable, and I'm confident it won't be the last. Stay tuned; there's undoubtedly a part 2 in the future.

 Topics Covered:
◽️Dreamforce Event and AI Thought Leaders
◽️Salesforce Cloud Products
◽️Customer Centricity
◽️AI CRM
◽️Revolution in the Cloud
◽️Green Computing
◽️The Big Convergence and Its Implications

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06 Dec 2023182 - Adrian Graham CGO: Next Generation Cloud Series - Google Cloud, Next Generation Cloud Gaming01:07:31

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Episode Title:- 🇺🇸Next Generation Cloud Gaming🇺🇸

My guest operates across various Alphabet Companies, providing leadership and support for workloads reliant on GPU acceleration. His expertise spans desktop and application development, visualisation, real-time rendering, and simulation. 

As a seasoned CSuite professional, he specialises in spatial computing, cloud computing, next-generation gaming, immersive experiences, and emerging technologies within the metaverse.

In this instalment of Heads Talk, we delve into the realm of next-generation cloud gaming. Adrian Graham, holds the pivotal role of Chief Architect for Cloud Gaming at Google. Leveraging his extensive sector experience, he plays a crucial role in shaping the landscape of next-generation game development, digital twin technology, and content creation workloads within the cloud.

Adrian stands as a leading subject matter expert, drawing from his two-decade career dedicated to constructing visual effects pipelines. His contributions have left an indelible mark on renowned companies such as Industrial Light & Magic, Digital Domain, Technicolor, and Double Negative.

Another enjoyable conversation. For those immersed in the realms of gaming and cloud gaming, particularly those contemplating the next evolution of cloud gaming, this episode is tailored to your interests. Additionally, we delved into a poignant conversation about the encroachment of AI into the sacred domain of an artist—human creativity. To gain a comprehensive understanding of Adrian's perspective on this matter, I encourage you to listen to the entire episode, as I believe many will resonate with his thought.

Topics Covered:
◽️Gaming or Simulation?
◽️Power of Omniverse
◽️Digital Twin
◽️Partnership with Nvidia
◽️Life and Times of Stadia
◽️Bin-packing /Resource Maximisation
◽️Immersive Technology
◽️Morphing of the Metaverse

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26 Nov 2023178 - Neema Uthappa Head: Next Generation Cloud Series - Mckinsey & Company, The Case for Cloud Data Analytics00:34:48

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Episode Title: 🇺🇸 The Case for Cloud Data Analytics🇺🇸

Today on Heads Talk, we have Neema Utthappa, Senior Technology Executive and the Head of Engineering, Cloud, Data Analytics & AI at Mckinsey & Company.

Recognised for her visionary leadership, Neema has played a pivotal role in steering enterprises toward notable digital transformation, success in data analytics, and the application of AI across a spectrum of industries, including pharmaceuticals, medical, banking, utility, construction, and the military.

Her track record reflects a consistent commitment to innovation, revenue generation, and strategic excellence. Before assuming her current role, Neema held leadership positions in esteemed organisations such as the Indian Navy, American Express, and McKesson Corporation.

Topics Covered:
◽️Effective Use Cases for Good Data Analytics
◽️Integration and Interoperability Challenges
◽️Building Resilience in the Next Generation Cloud
◽️Navigating Collaborative Issues among Data Scientists, Engineers, & AI/ML Experts
◽️Insights into Kubernetes Containerisation
◽️Strategies for Hybrid & MultiCloud Adoption
◽️Identifying Disruptors and Navigating Activist Investors in the industry

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01 Oct 2023168 - H.E. Cheryl Bazard KC JP, Ambassador: The Bahamas, Showcasing The Bahamas Financial Investment Credentials00:50:00

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Episode Title:- 🇧🇸Showcasing The Bahamas Financial Investment Credentials🇧🇪

Prior to the start of the new series on Heads Talk, we have a few brilliant distinguished guests to talk about the work within their field.

The first conversation in this batch of new guests on Heads Talk is with H.E. Cheryl Bazard KC JP, The Bahamas Ambassador to Belgium,  Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas . 

Cheryl has over 25 years experience in Banking and Law, in particular Compliance, Regulations and Corporate Governance. She has held a number of Leadership positions and has led the way with the development of a successful regional compliance program at CIBC FirstCaribbean, operating in 16 countries.

Topics Covered:
◽️ Financial Investment
◽️ De-risking
◽️ Regulatory Compliance
◽️ Synergies between Bahamas and Belgium
◽️ Climate Change Impact on the Region

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15 Nov 2023175 - Eddie Short BM, P: Next Generation Cloud Series - MidEuropa, Data Analytics, Data Analytics, Data Analytics00:47:57

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Episode Title:- 🇬🇧Data Analytics, Data Analytics, Data Analytics🇬🇧

While this episode is about Data Analytics, AI in the Cloud and the role of the CDAO, there was a poignant talk about the white collar industrial revolution. We have had my guest on Heads Talk before, during the pandemic and this conversation was equally insightful.

Eddie Short is an Executive Director, Private Equity Operating Partner for MidEuropa, Board Advisor; and a former Big 4 Partner.  He is currently completing a doctoral programme, bringing his Business Experience and Academic Research to understand how businesses can deliver sustained and sustainable performance through Data, Analytics and AI.

A Global Leader in Digital, Data & AI powered Business Transformation with proven track record to drive Growth, Risk and Cost outcomes, he has:

  • Pioneered and led application of Digital, Data, Analytics & AI for bottom and top-line growth. 
  • Built new Digital and Data products & services in Telecommunications, Financial Services, FMCG and Private Equity. 
  • Designed, led and delivered on a Global Scale, Transformation Programmes up to $1billion dollars, and across 50 countries. 
  • He also, uniquely brings the connection between Data, AI and Value, with a focus on People! Creating cross-disciplinary and cross-cultural teams driving Growth and Transformation across Europe, Asia and North America, with Profit and Loss responsibility greater than $100Million Dollars.

We covered a lot in this episode and it was great to have Eddie back on the show. 

Topics Covered:
◽️CDO, CDAO, CDAIO, CAO
◽️Rise of Chief Data Analytics Officer
◽️Next Generation Data Analytics
◽️Chief Transformation Officer Today
◽️White Collar Industrial Revolution
◽️Next Generation Data Management
◽️Business Strategy Must Now Include AI Strategy
◽️Good Data Vs Bad Data
◽️Data Engineering and Governance

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29 Oct 2023172 - Adam Russell CISO: Next Generation Cloud Series - Oracle, From a Blocker to an Enabler00:44:57

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Episode Title: 🇺🇸From a Blocker to an Enabler🇺🇸

This is the start of the new series on Heads Talk, the Next Generation Cloud Series. Introduced by Adam Russell, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) & VP of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure & Industries. He is an accomplished cybersecurity expert with over two decades in his field. 

Responsible for leading the Security of Next-Generation Solutions for Oracle Cloud, ensuring the safeguard of the company’s enterprise, cloud infrastructure; and applications used by Oracle's customers.

Adam's extensive background includes working as a Technical Intelligence Officer and security researcher for the US government. A respected professor and occasional lecturer at the University of Portland, he frequently shares his knowledge and expertise with the next generation of Cybersecurity Professionals.


Topics Covered:
◽️Partnerships with AI/ML organisations
◽️Edge Computing, Technology & Integration
◽️AI-Based Data Analytics & GPU
◽️Cybersecurity Today
◽️Hybrid & MultiCloud Strategies & Adoption
◽️Sustainability in the context of Cloud Computing

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05 Nov 2023173 - Divya Bharti & Shanil Ebrahim Partner, Country Head: Next Generation Cloud Series - Deloitte, Evolution of Next Gen Cloud Advisory Services Business00:29:26

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Episode Title: 🇨🇦Evolution of Next Gen Cloud Advisory Services Business🇨🇦

We continue the new series on Heads Talk, with a conversation with 2 individuals. This episode is so full of great content and insights not just on the Next Generation Cloud (NGC) but on the morphing of the professional services within this. Things have moved quite quickly in the space and it is great to talk to 2 individuals that are at the forefront of this.

Divya Bharti leads Deloitte's Cloud Strategy practice and Shanil Ebrahim a Partner and the National Life Sciences & Healthcare Consulting Leader. Together they delivered gem after gem content for this series.

A must-listen to episode, especially those in the professional services industry.

Topics Covered:
◽️Cloud Evolution
◽️Healthcare Sector Case Studies with NGC
◽️NGC - seen by Technicians, Consultants and Customers
◽️Quantum Computing
◽️Containerisation and Kubernetes
◽️Hybrid & MultiCloud Adoption
◽️Sustainability Cloud Storage
◽️Other Disrupter to Cloud Computing

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28 Nov 2023179 - Shariq Abdul Hai CEO: Eventackle, LIVE at Excel London - London EV Show 202300:22:36

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Episode Title:-🇬🇧LIVE at the London EV Show 2023🇬🇧

In this episode of Heads Talk, I engaged in a conversation with Shariq Abdul Hai, the CEO of Eventackle and the visionary force behind the London EV Show. During our discussion, Shariq shared insights into his vision for the EV Show, outlined organisational plans, and delved into topics that resonate deeply with him.

The Excel London show is slated to be a three-day extravaganza featuring notable speakers, exhibitors, and a diverse audience.

Registration details can be found here:- https://londonevshow.com/register/

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17 Dec 2023185 - Luiz Meisler EVP, CEO: Next Generation Cloud Series - Oracle, The Latin American Vision00:46:20

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Episode Title:- 🇧🇷The Latin American Vision🇧🇷

In this final episode of the Next Generation Cloud Series 2023 on Heads Talk, we have a giant in the Data Management, Enterprise Software & Hardware and Cloud space.  

Luiz Meisler is the Executive Vice President and CEO of Oracle LATAM,  responsible for increasing the company’s leadership in the Latin American region & ensuring that customers receive the highest level of service, both directly from his team and indirectly through business partners.  He has held numerous roles since he started with Oracle in 1998 and has worked across a range of industries.

A fitting conclusion to the series, featuring an exceptional lineup of guests from leading names in the CSP business. Luiz passionately shares his vision for the LATAM region, addressing the complexities and challenges inherent in the diverse countries within the continent. The discussion highlights the vibrant spirit of the LATAM people, particularly the energy of the youth and the innovation stemming from startups. Oracle, under Luiz's leadership, actively embraces and fosters this spirit, placing significant emphasis on continuous learning and development, both within the organisation and beyond.

Topics Covered:
◽️Competition and Partnerships
◽️Oracle's Differentiator
◽️The People Element
◽️Case Studies
◽️Regulation and Compliance Challenges within Countries
◽️Democratisation as a result of AI
◽️Plans for the Future

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Accxia's Landing Page on the Series:- https://www.accxia.com/the-next-generation-cloud

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10 Dec 2023183 - Wolfgang Berger CTO, Partner: Next Generation Cloud Series - IBM, Blockchain in the Cloud00:33:17

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Episode Title: 🇩🇪Blockchain in the Cloud🇩🇪

On Heads Talk today, we continue the #HTNGCloudSeries - Next Generation Cloud,  with an insightful conversation featuring an expert in the Banking and Financial Markets.

Wolfgang Berger, Partner and Chief Technology Officer for Banking and Financial Markets at IBM, brings over 25 years of expertise in the management consulting realm within the financial sector. Specialising in transformation and modernisation initiatives for large financial institutions, he has played a pivotal role in shaping the industry landscape.

Before joining IBM, Wolfgang held the position of CTO for Banking and Capital Markets, serving as the Managing Partner at DXC Technology, a global organisation dedicated to assisting companies in running their mission-critical systems & operations. His responsibilities encompassed modernising IT, optimising data architectures, and ensuring security and scalability across public, private, and hybrid clouds.

Wolfgang's professional journey is characterised by a profound passion for new and emerging technologies, with a focus on ecosystems, tokenisation, CBDCs, digital assets, and blockchain.

Topics Covered:
◽️Blockchain in an Hybrid Cloud Environment
◽️Implementation Use Cases
◽️Data Safety, Interoperability and Consistency
◽️Resiliency of Transactions
◽️Emerging Technologies in the Financial Sector
◽️The Benefits of Next Generation Cloud
◽️Tokenisation
◽️Hyperscalers, CSPs, Enterprise Architecture
◽️Quantum and all its Promises

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10 Mar 2024196 - Sanjeev Kumar CEO: Fintech Series, WhiteSight - Superheroes in Fintech00:38:48

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Episode Title: 🇮🇳Superheroes in Fintech🇮🇳

In this  #HTFintechSeries 2024 episode on Heads Talk,  we have a conversation with a lot of engaging metaphors and descriptive terminology to paint a picture of the goings on in the fintech world.  Yet another enjoyable conversation with Sanjeev Kumar, CEO of Whitesight, one of the Premier FinTech Research Firms based in India. He is a prolific content creator on LinkedIn and I urge you to follow his work on the exciting world of Web3, the future of fintech and the wonders of generative AI in the financial world.

Topics Covered:
◽️The Real Business of Fintech
◽️Today's Insurtech, Wealthtech and Fintech
◽️Establish Banking Institutions reception to GenAI
◽️Conversations between Startups and VCs in the Fintech World
◽️Investments in Geographical Regions
◽️Sanjeev's Inspirational Figures in Finance and Banking
◽️Fintech Predictions for the Year Ahead

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11 Feb 2024188 - Louise Hill CEO: Fintech Series - GoHenry, Pioneering Financial Literacy00:41:31

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Episode Title: 🇬🇧Pioneering Financial Literacy🇬🇧

In this #HTFintechSeries 2024 episode on Heads Talk, we engage in a conversation with Louise Hill, a trailblazer in the space of financial literacy for children across all age groups. Yet another must-listen to episode with real-world #finfluencers, delivering practical and tangible solutions to the wider world.

As the Co-Founder & CEO of GoHenry, a celebrated financial technology company with a straightforward mission to empower EVERY child with financial intelligence, Louise  brings a wealth of insights.

The dialogue was enlightening, showcasing Louise's unwavering determination to achieve results. Notably, she spearheaded the #MakeMoneyCount petition advocating for mandatory financial education at the primary school level. On the 30th of January, she received an invitation from the Education Select Committee & chair Robin Walker, who had initiated an inquiry into fortifying financial education in schools. Louise Hill provided compelling evidence during the session at the House of Commons.

Her recommendations as follows:
◽️ Financial education must commence from primary school age, proven to have the most significant impact.
◽️ Consistent teaching methods should be implemented for all young individuals, irrespective of the school type or their geographic and social backgrounds.
◽️ Financial education should be statutory, accompanied by some form of assessment to ensure a level playing field for all children.

This episode was recorded prior to the Education Select Committee meeting, & the covered topics include:
◽️GoHenry's Inception
◽️Financial Literacy for Primary Age Children
◽️Financial Education for Parents
◽️'EVERY kid smart with money' Mission
◽️#MakeMoneyCounts Petition
◽️School and Governmental Roles
◽️GoHenry's Money Talks

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Links:
Petition: https://www.gohenry.com/uk/finedpetition/ 
Louise's Education Select Committee evidence: https://parliamentlive.tv/event/index/d9cc15ab-c6f8-463c-b0fd-d03e903b80aa

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17 Apr 2024206 - Rik Coeckelbergs CEO: Fintech Series - The Banking Scene, Redress The Human Element in Banking00:41:41

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Episode Title: 🇧🇪Redress The Human Element in Banking🇧🇪

Today marks precisely two years since my last episode release with our guest, marking the inception of the 1st Fintech Series in 2022. In this #HTFintechSeries 2024 episode on Heads Talk, we are delighted to welcome back Rik Coeckelbergs, CEO of The Banking Scene, for a lively conversation. Rik brings with him a wealth of experience & insights garnered from his extensive career in the banking industry.

The Banking Scene is a networking platform facilitating connections among banking professionals & broader financial sector specialists, both virtually & in person.

In addition to spearheading this influential platform, Rik launched the 'Innovations in Payment' group on LinkedIn, now the largest payment-focused community with 101k+ members, where banking professionals collaborate on industry trends and innovations.

And when he's not busy shaping the future of banking through his platform, he's a sought-after speaker on the future of banking & payments. 

Rik is preparing for the release of his forthcoming book due next year/2025.  I've been promised a signed copy by the man himself, and I eagerly await delving into its content. Stay tuned as we plan to feature Rik & his insights on our podcast in the near future, promising an enriching experience for all our listeners.

Topics Covered include:
◽️Taster of Rik's Forthcoming Book
◽️New Ethos in Banking
◽️Misleading Buzzwords in Finance & Tech
◽️Update on Regtech Since Our Last Conversation
◽️Fintech Uncut
◽️Finfluencing
◽️Banking Predictions for the Year Ahead - The Paradigm Shift!

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Series Partners:
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Rik's Previous Episode: Episode Title:- 🇧🇪The Sweet Spot of Regtech🇧🇪
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31 Mar 2024202 - Sanjiv Purushotham CEO: Fintech Series - BridgeDFS, Better Than Money00:50:07

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Episode Title: 🇸🇬Better Than Money🇸🇬

In this episode of the #HTFintechSeries on Heads Talk,  we have Sanjiv Purushotham who is the CEO and founder of Bridge DFS. He leads a pioneering digital financial services design and advisory firm with a strategic focus spanning Asia, Middle East, and Africa.

Bridge DFS collaborates closely with a diverse array of stakeholders including payment service providers, banks, telcos, venture capital firms, global NGOs, foundations, governments, and regulators. Together, they endeavor to cultivate advancements in digital payments, digital banking, and digital commerce.

Complementing his role at Bridge DFS, Sanjiv serves as the co-founder of The DAO, an innovative "glocal" solution revolutionizing global commerce. This groundbreaking initiative equips acquirers, payment service providers (PSPs), payment switches, and large global merchants with cutting-edge financial and payments technology.

Furthermore, The DAO extends its reach by offering comprehensive business account services through strategic partnerships with global banking institutions.

Please take note of the conversation we had right at the end of the episode. It was an unexpected dialogue that I enjoyed and continued after the episode concluded.

Topics Covered:
◽️Fintech in Asia
◽️Protecting Assets
◽️Dissecting the VC World
◽️Sanjiv's Inspirational Figures in Finance and Banking
◽️David Chaum
◽️Singapore Fintech Giants

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04 Feb 2024186 - David Brear CEO: Fintech Series - 11:FS, Digital Banking is 1% Done00:50:02

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Episode Title: 🇬🇧Digital Banking is 1% Done 🇬🇧

In the first episode of 2024 and the launch of the second #HTFintechSeries on Heads Talk,  we have a great guest to kickstart everything and a fitting representative of what this series is all about - The #Finfluencers!

David M. Brear is the Co-founder and CEO of 11:FS, a prominent Fintech company founded by the visionaries behind Monzo and Starling. 11:FS was forged by individuals who have experienced the challenges of the financial industry and the fintech world firsthand – individuals who have been to war, bear the scars; and crucially not just speak credibly about it but actively engage in transformative businesses and actions.

For all those Fintech enthusiasts seeking an in-depth understanding of the industry, I highly recommend tuning in to David's Fintech Insider show. In this podcast, industry leaders, gurus, and proactive professionals delve into the intricacies of the business, the global financial landscape, and their noteworthy contributions. Additionally, David offers specialised insights through the Blockchain Insider & Insurtech Insider podcasts, catering to niche listeners. Stay tuned for my second podcast recommendation.

Topics Covered:
◽️The Real Business of Fintech
◽️Fintech: The Difficult Teenager Years
◽️Fintech Insider Podcast
◽️Digital Banking: The 99% Left to do
◽️Lessons Established Banks can Learn from Fintechs & Vice Versa
◽️David's Inspirational Figures in Finance and Banking
◽️Work Ethos and Care in 11:FS
◽️Fintech, Financial and Banking Predictions for the Year Ahead

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Episode Sponsored by  Accxia - 𝔼𝕦𝕣𝕠𝕡𝕖'𝕤 𝕃𝕒𝕣𝕘𝕖𝕤𝕥 ℙ𝕣𝕚𝕧𝕒𝕥𝕖 ℂ𝕝𝕠𝕦𝕕 𝕗𝕠𝕣 𝔸𝕥𝕝𝕒𝕤𝕤𝕚𝕒𝕟

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12 Apr 2024204 - Nicolas Vachicouras CEO: Neurotech Series, Neurosoft Bioelectronics - Bioelectronics and Ethics: The Debate Today00:30:23

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Episode Title: 🇨🇭Bioelectronics and Ethics: The Debate Today🇨🇭

In this episode of Heads Talk, a departure from our Fintech/Finfluencer Series, we engage in a conversation with Nicolas Vachicourasm, CEO of Neurosoft Bioelectronics, a company he co-founded in 2019. 

Aside from securing approximately $9M in funding, Nicolas played a pivotal role in establishing a medical-grade manufacturing line for neural implant production and initiating first-in-human studies in the USA in 2023.

Episode titled around the ethics of BCIs and Neurotechnology, our discussion delves into fascinating territories. I anticipate continuing this dialogue with other CSuites in the field in the weeks ahead.

Topics Covered:
◽️Commercialisation of Neurotechnology Products (Europe and US)
◽️Neurosoft Bioelectronics products and application
◽️BCI Ethics and Regulations
◽️Neurotech Developments in the Last 2 Years
◽️What Industry Leaders are Talking About
◽️Real-World Case Study Examples

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