DisrupTV Episode 326: AI-Driven Analytics, Enterprise Media & Retail Disruption
In this insightful episode of DisrupTV, hosts R “Ray” Wang and Vala Afshar engage with three distinguished thought leaders:
Michael Amori – CEO & Co-founder, Virtualitics, Inc
Michael Amori leads Virtualitics, an AI-driven data analytics software company. With a background in finance and physics, he co-authored many of the patents underpinning the Virtualitics AI platform. Michael is passionate about simplifying the implementation of AI in enterprises and government to solve complex data problems. Prior to co-founding Virtualitics, he was a Managing Director at Deutsche Bank, where he started and headed a data-driven trading desk focused on the insurance and pensions markets. He holds an MBA from Harvard, an MS in Applied Physics from Caltech, and a BS in Physics with honors from Columbia University.
Jon Reed – Cofounder, Diginomica
Jon Reed has been building enterprise communities since 1995. As a co-founder of Diginomica, he advocates for media over marketing, aiming to disrupt tech media with a focus on the informed enterprise reader. Jon's areas of expertise include customer experience (CX), AI/analytics ROI, work futures/skills development, and the realities of transformation efforts. He also documents the art and perils of hybrid event design.
Jason Del Rey – Author of Winner Sells All
Jason Del Rey is a veteran business journalist who spent a decade at Recode, reporting on Amazon, Walmart, and how technology is transforming retail. He is the host of Land of the Giants: The Rise of Amazon, a narrative podcast series about the tech giant’s rise and its impact on the global retail landscape. Jason's insights delve into the competitive dynamics between Amazon and Walmart, shedding light on the strategies that define the battle for consumer wallets.
Episode Highlights
This episode delves into critical discussions on:
- AI-Driven Analytics: Michael Amori discusses how Virtualitics is leveraging AI to simplify complex data analytics, making it accessible for enterprises and government sectors.
- Enterprise Media Transformation: Jon Reed explores the evolving landscape of enterprise media, emphasizing the shift from traditional marketing to media-driven strategies that engage informed enterprise buyers.
- Retail Disruption: Jason Del Rey examines the ongoing battle between Amazon and Walmart, analyzing how technology is reshaping the retail industry and influencing consumer behavior.
Final Thoughts
Episode 326 offers a comprehensive look into the intersections of AI, enterprise media, and retail disruption. Michael Amori's insights into AI-driven analytics, Jon Reed's perspective on the transformation of enterprise media, and Jason Del Rey's analysis of retail dynamics provide valuable knowledge for professionals navigating these evolving landscapes. This episode is a must-watch for those interested in understanding the forces shaping the future of technology and business.
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- Episode 325 – Regenerative agriculture & the paradox of leaders
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