In this episode of Behind the Growth, Davood Shamsi, Executive Director at JPMorganChase, shares his journey from academia to industry in the field of AI and machine learning.

Davood discusses the importance of understanding business problems before applying AI solutions. He emphasizes the need to dig deep into the core issues, often uncovering better solutions than initially proposed. He also highlights the value of optimization techniques in refining AI model outputs, using examples from advertising and grocery shopping to illustrate practical applications.

Looking to the future, Davood predicts that language models will democratize financial information, making it more accessible to the average person. He also foresees significant advancements in drug discovery, driven by increased computational power. Davood concludes by advising aspiring AI professionals to build solid knowledge of AI tools and focus on their unique strengths to create competitive advantages in the field.

Davood shares his thoughts on:

- Optimizing and refining AI model outputs
- AI solutions for specific business problems
- Democratizing financial information
- Revolutionizing drug discovery
- Competitive advantage from AI knowledge

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On this episode of Behind the Growth, host Imran Mian speaks with José Ignacio Sordo Galarza, Founder & Managing Director of CIO Eureka, about his career and insights on bridging the gap between IT and core business functions.

José emphasizes that IT professionals often need to better articulate the value of their work in a language understandable to business leaders. He shares his experience in sales early in his career, where he learned the critical skill of communicating effectively with stakeholders and "selling" solutions. This experience proved invaluable when he transitioned to an IT leadership role.

He discusses leading IT through a major merger, drawing parallels between integrating complex systems and the need to prioritize people in the process. José advocates for IT leaders to pursue "the harder right" instead of "the easier wrong," making strategic decisions that may be more challenging in the short term but ultimately deliver greater long-term value.

José shares insights on:

- The communication gap in IT
- Selling solutions in tech
- Merging complex systems
- Choosing the “harder right”
- Drivers of tech decisions

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In this episode of Behind the Growth, host Imran Mian engages in an insightful discussion with Ujjwal Goel, Senior Director at Loblaw Companies Limited. Their conversation delves into the crucial role of data strategy within the realm of artificial intelligence and machine learning.

Ujjwal underscores the critical importance of a robust data strategy for organizations aiming to harness the full potential of AI and emphasizes that this strategy should seamlessly align with business objectives, forming the bedrock upon which AI and ML initiatives are constructed. The conversation then shifts into the intricacies of data architecture, highlighting the evolution of data warehousing to data lakes and the emerging trend of combining both in a lake house concept.

Finally, the podcast delves into the evolution from centralization to decentralization in data management, advocating for a hub-and-spoke model that balances centralized governance with decentralized execution. Ujjwal also addresses the ethical dimensions of AI, underscoring the pressing need for organizations to cultivate responsible AI practices. As AI continues to reshape industries, this episode offers invaluable insights for senior executives and professionals seeking to effectively integrate data and AI strategies into their organizations.

Key Takeaways
- The evolution of data management has accelerated AI adoption.
- Aligning your data strategy with your business goals is crucial.
- Implementing ethical frameworks in AI adoption is integral to a company’s strategy.
- AI adoption may impact jobs but promises a brighter future for everyone.
- Embracing AI now is essential for growth and scalability.

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