Digital Transformation Podcast

Avoiding the "AI Hype Tax". 21.05.2026 28min

Andrew Brooks talks about how companies are suffering from the "AI Hype Tax" and how organizations can move from AI pilots to production. Andrew is Founder and CEO of Contextual.io where he focuses on helping organizations move beyond AI experimentation to building systems that deliver real business value by operationalizing AI and developing sustainable capabilities that drive better outcomes. Listen for three action items you can use today. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://DigitalTransformationPodast.net/guest Do you want to be a sponsor? https://DigitalTransformationPodcast.net/advertise

Using Performance Data To Drive Better Sales Conversion 20.05.2026 20min

Jennifer Gressman explores how performance data can reshape marketing strategies and drive better sales outcomes. Jenn is CEO of Site Impact where she leads efforts to help organizations improve campaign performance through smarter use of audience data. Her work focuses on aligning targeting strategies with real-time behavioral signals, and this helps marketing teams to make more informed decisions about where to invest and how to optimize conversion. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://DigitalTransformationPodast.net/guest Do you want to be a sponsor? https://DigitalTransformationPodcast.net/advertise

Decoding Your STEM Career 06.05.2026 23min

Pete Devenyi talks about his book "Decoding Your STEM Career". Pete spent his thirty-seven-year engineering career working in software and technology development in the fields of networking, telecommunications,and logistics. He held senior technical executive positions at large global companies such as RIM and Dematic. He earned bachelor's and master's degrees in Electrical Engineering from the University of Toronto and continues to consult actively in the fields of warehouse automation, software development and robotics. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://DigitalTransformationPodast.net/guest Do you want to be a sponsor? https://DigitalTransformationPodcast.net/advertise

Consumer-First AI in Financial Services 22.04.2026 21min

Debbie Hsu explores Gen AI-led digital transformation and consumer-first AI. Debbie is Executive Vice President of Product at Experian Consumer Services, where she leads product strategy, innovation, and the development of consumer-focused financial tools. She is an expert in the confluence of data-driven systems and applying generative AI in Financial Services. Listen for three action items you can use today. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://DigitalTransformationPodast.net/guest Do you want to be a sponsor? https://DigitalTransformationPodcast.net/advertise

AI and Cancer Diagnostics 15.04.2026 17min

Arib Fatima. Arib Fatima leads Product Development and Innovation at CereBree, a company that applies artificial intelligence to healthcare, specifically focusing on oncology. She is currently building CereOnco, an AI-powered oncology platform designed to improve early cancer detection. And indeed, She is with us today to discuss AI in healthcare and the future of cancer diagnostics. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://DigitalTransformationPodast.net/guest Do you want to be a sponsor? https://DigitalTransformationPodcast.net/advertise

AI Adoption in Mid-Market Companies 08.04.2026 26min

Justin Watt talks about why AI adoption often fails and how companies can build operational systems that deliver at scale. Justin is the CEO and co-founder of Switchboard, where he helps mid-market companies replace manual workflows with automated, scalable systems. Listen for three action items you can use today. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://DigitalTransformationPodast.net/guest Do you want to be a sponsor? https://DigitalTransformationPodcast.net/advertise

Unlocking Humanity in the Age of AI 01.04.2026 29min

Faisal Hoque talks about his book "Transcend: Unlocking Humanity in the Age of AI." Faisal is a leading technologist, transformation expert, and bestselling author of ten award-winning books. He is the founder of NextChapter and has worked with top organizations like MasterCard, IBM, and the U.S. Department of Defense. His book "Lift" was a #1 Wall Street Journal and a USA Today bestseller. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://DigitalTransformationPodast.net/guest Do you want to be a sponsor? https://DigitalTransformationPodcast.net/advertise

Navigate Exponential Change 18.03.2026 19min

Dr. Mark van Rijmenam talks about his book, "Now What? How to Ride the Tsunami of Change." Mark is ranked the #1 futurist globally and recognized by Salesforce as a leading voice on AI. He helps organizations understand the future, navigate exponential change, and thrive in the Intelligence Age. Listen for three action items you can use today. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://DigitalTransformationPodast.net/guest Do you want to be a sponsor? https://DigitalTransformationPodcast.net/advertise

The Future of AI in Commerce 06.03.2026 20min

Matty Graham, Managing Director at Ryze Labs, envisions a future where AI agents, or "digital twins," handle key financial transactions—and feels that this is a natural evolution of cryptocurrency. Listen as we explore strategies working to shape the future of AI commerce. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://DigitalTransformationPodast.net/guest Do you want to be a sponsor? https://DigitalTransformationPodcast.net/advertise

Better Health with AI 19.02.2026 20min

Dr. Earl Campazzi discusses his book "Better Health with AI" and using AI to improve long-term health and boost early detection. Earl is a Johns Hopkins–trained physician specializing in preventive and personalized medicine. Listen as we explore the health benefits of using wearable devices, collected data, and AI while preserving the essential human relationship between patients and doctors. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://DigitalTransformationPodast.net/guest Do you want to be a sponsor? https://DigitalTransformationPodcast.net/advertise

How To Lead Tech Evolution From The C-Suite 05.02.2026 24min

Marcus East discusses his book, "Working with Dinosaurs" and how to lead technological evolution from the C-Suite. Marcus is a global technology executive and board director formerly with big brands that we know like Apple, Google, T-Mobile and National Geographic. He is currently VP of digital Commerce at Autodesk. Listen for three action items you can use today. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://DigitalTransformationPodast.net/guest Do you want to be a sponsor? https://DigitalTransformationPodcast.net/advertise

Scale Agentic AI With Governance and Control 15.01.2026 27min

Oren Michels talks about how enterprises can safely scale agentic AI by putting the right governance, control, and data foundations in place. Oren is the founder and CEO of Barndoor AI, a company focused on governance and control for the agentic enterprise. He is an expert in enterprise systems and Artificial Intelligence. Listen for three action items you can use today. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://DigitalTransformationPodast.net/guest Do you want to be a sponsor? https://DigitalTransformationPodcast.net/advertise

AI in Tax and Compliance 18.12.2025 29min

Danny Fields discusses the use of AI in tax and compliance and practical strategies for modernizing regulatory processes. Danny is Chief Technology and Customer Operations Officer at Avalara, provider of tax and compliance automation. He leads the company's efforts to integrate AI-driven solutions into business workflows, including innovations in agentic AI. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://DigitalTransformationPodast.net/guest Do you want to be a sponsor? https://DigitalTransformationPodcast.net/advertise

Ways to Leverage Document Management and AI 16.12.2025 26min

Dr. John Bates explores how strong document management drive successful enterprise AI. John earned a PhD in Computer Science from Cambridge and is the CEO of SER, an enterprise content management company focused on intelligent content automation. Listen for three action items you can use today. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://DigitalTransformationPodast.net/guest Do you want to be a sponsor? https://DigitalTransformationPodcast.net/advertise

New Executive Research for 2026 - Risks, Opportunities and Priorities. 11.12.2025 17min

Matthew Gantner discusses Altum Strategy Group's Next Wave Survey of US senior business leaders on risks, opportunities and priorities in 2026. Matthew leads the firm's research initiatives providing insights on investment priorities and strategic trends. Listen for fresh perspective into today's complex economic, technological, and geopolitical challenges. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://DigitalTransformationPodast.net/guest Do you want to be a sponsor? https://DigitalTransformationPodcast.net/advertise

AI Underwriting to Unlock Credit Access for Creators 11.12.2025 17min

Billy Huang talks about AI underwriting to unlock credit access for creators, music catalogs, and gaming studios by underwriting future earnings. Billy is Co-founder and CEO of CreatorFi, a capital and data infrastructure platform that enables creators to grown and find financial independence while scaling their businesses in the creator economy. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://DigitalTransformationPodast.net/guest Do you want to be a sponsor? https://DigitalTransformationPodcast.net/sponsor

Turn Emerging Technologies into Growth and Innovation 04.12.2025 28min

Matt Maher discusses how businesses can turn emerging technologies into actionable strategies that drive growth and innovation. Matt is a futurist and founder of M7 Innovations, an independent R&D firm helping brands stay ahead of technological disruption.Vogue named him a Top 100 Innovator of 2024. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://DigitalTransformationPodast.net/guest Do you want to be a sponsor? https://DigitalTransformationPodcast.net/sponsor

The Future of Fan Loyalty Platforms 25.11.2025 19min

Esra Ozturk talks about the future of fan loyalty platforms, and what it takes to create digital experiences that empower creators, fans, and brands to connect. Esra built products and sparked innovations at Meta, Uber, Zillow, and Instacart, now at Luffa she's leading the transformation into a next-generation fan loyalty platform. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://DigitalTransformationPodast.net/guest Do you want to be a sponsor? https://DigitalTransformationPodcast.net/sponsor

The Integration of AI with Human-Centered Communication 20.11.2025 22min

Glenda Kirby talks about the integration of AI with human-centered communication. Glenda is Chief Customer Officer at Poppulo, a communications platform that helps organizations connect with employees and customers across channels, locations, and systems. Listen for three action items you can use today. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://DigitalTransformationPodast.net/guest Do you want to be a sponsor? https://DigitalTransformationPodcast.net/sponsor

Full-Scale Digital Transformation in Manufacturing 06.11.2025 26min

Robert Pluska, Managing Director of Advanced Solutions, talks about how manufacturers can move from pilots to full-scale digital transformation and leverage AI to achieve ROI on the factory floor. Robert is all about connecting legacy equipment and turning factory data into action. He leads the development of the company's Dynamic Data Exchange platform. Host, Kevin Craine Do you want to be a guest? https://DigitalTransformationPodast.net/guest Do you want to be a sponsor? https://DigitalTransformationPodcast.net/sponsor