Talent Smart Podcast

Episode 14 - Jonathan Rivers (CTO of Fortune) – Building and fostering a culture of innovation

I am very excited that Jonathan Rivers spared some time to chat with me. Jonathan is a Visionary technology leader and “disrupter” with 20+ years of experience leading key growth initiatives in the technology, hosting, and media industries. Known as an expert in delivering innovative, high quality, cost-effective IT solutions and strategic initiatives that improve performance and reduce cost in a fast-paced environment.
 
In this episode, we uncover some of Jonathan’s secrets to building and fostering innovative teams, including his ‘Killer’ interview question that he asks every candidate at interview. He also gives us some great insights into how to handle critique in some of your decisions.
 
We also chatted about his experience of leading technology initiatives focused on innovation at Fortune and how to overcome some of the key challenges.
 
Jonathan also discussed 'how do you assess the potential impact of new technologies, such as AI, on the business’ objectives and strategy and how do you prioritise which technologies to invest in.

Episode 13 - Jason Nash - How AI can be leveraged for Diversity and Inclusion

We are thrilled to be joined in this episode by Jason Nash (Founder and CPO of JAM 7) who has worked with some of the globe's leading brands—such as Barclays, Microsoft, Sony, and Travelport.
 
Jam 7 are growth agents, customer-centric, data-driven, outcome-focused technologists. Using AI every day to automate away the repetitive non-value-adding activities and deliver game-changing value for money to their clients.
 
In this episode, we explore how AI can be leveraged for Diversity and Inclusion within your business. We also discuss how AI can improve the job application process, together with uncovering some quick points for you to consider when building AI products. Jason also shares his thoughts and expertise on the art of story telling  and where does AI fit in.

Episode 12 - Sabrina Menasria - The Power of Singularity

We are delighted to welcome Sabrina Menasria, change agent and founder of Singularity.
 
Having worked at executive level to drive change in organisations like Chanel and L’Oréal; In 2020, Sabrina coined the word « singulars » to define neurodiversity and people with over excitabilities (intellectual, emotional, creative, sensitive and motor) and those who are "twice exceptional", with differ-abilities and super powers. In this episode, we explore what Singular in terms of neurodiversity and how divergent thinking misunderstood and/or misrepresented in the majority of workplaces?

Episode 11 - Mark Brincat Group CTO, Intive – The Opportunities that Ai and ChatGPT Present to the World

We are delighted that Mark Brincat was able and willing to spend some time to discuss AI and ChatGPT. Mark has over 20 years experience with a strong background in digital transformations through multiple industries. He has a real passion for technology and how this enables the evolution of the customer experience and transform business models. Mark is the Group CTO with Intive. Intive is a global Tech company that combines deep industry expertise, user-centric design and world-class software engineering During this conversation we explore, What does AI actually mean. How machine learning and AI are linked and the kind of services will benefit from the use of AI? Mark also discussed his thoughts on ChatGPT and how how can ChatGPT and other GPT’s make our lives better/easier?

Episode 10 - Ket Patel - Democratising Change Thinking Within Your Organisation

We are delighted to that Ket Patel has kindly agreed to spend some time with us and explore the topic of Change,… but perhaps not how you have heard before. In this episode, we look into how (and why) your organisation could (and should) be looking at Democratising Change Thinking. We discuss; what does this actually mean? How do leaders start this process? What are the key impacts that this can have on teams/workplace/output? Together with asking, how do leaders start this process? Ket is a Change Management Institute Accredited Change Manager Master practitioner. He has over 20 years of hands-on experience leading change and transformation within Financial Services, Technology Services and Consulting industries. He is also the founder of Change Reactions - www.change-reactions.co.uk – which is a community of aspiring Agents of Change and support them as they navigate their careers.

Episode 09 - Ket Patel - Creating Organisational Agility

We are delighted to that Ket Patel has kindly agreed to spend some time with us and explore the topic of Change,… but perhaps not how you have heard before. In this episode, we look into Organisational Agility; What is ? What is the benefit? How do organisations know if they have real agility? In addition, we discuss how to build more resilience within your organisation and your teams. Ket is a Change Management Institute Accredited Change Manager Master practitioner. He has over 20 years of hands-on experience leading change and transformation within Financial Services, Technology Services and Consulting industries. He is also the founder of Change Reactions - www.change-reactions.co.uk – which is a community of aspiring Agents of Change and support them as they navigate their careers.

Episode 08 - Alexandra Mousavizadeh

We are delighted that Alexandra Mousavizadeh (CEO of Evident) joined us for a conversation on AI.

Episode 07 - Mo Taher

We are delighted to have Mo Taher (AKA The Airport guy) join us for a chat about all things aviation, airport and engineering, with a special focus on the talent crisis that the industry is facing in the years ahead.

Episode 06 - Jora Gill - How to Avoid a £1m Project Disaster

Episode 06 - Jora Gill - How to Avoid a £1m Project Disaster

Episode 05 - Gary Lloyd - Ecosystem vs Machines

Episode 05 - Gary Lloyd - Ecosystem vs Machines