In this thoughtful conversation, we explore the transformative role of AI in healthcare. From over a thousand FDA-approved AI-enabled medical devices to breakthroughs in medical imaging, the discussion highlights the importance of trust, transparency, and bias mitigation. Join Tracy Ring, Chief Data Officer and Global Generative AI Lead for Life Sciences; Tom Kawalec, Managing Director for Life Sciences Practice at Accenture; and Shaye Mandle, Executive Director of Digital Health Tech at AdvaMed...
Jun 13, 2025•43 min•Season 1Ep. 73
Explore how AI is reshaping the world of advertising in the latest episode of the AI Leaders Podcast, with Craig Vaughan, Managing Director, Data & AI Lead; Kevan Yalowitz, Global Industry Group Lead, Software & Platforms at Accenture and Ludovic de Valon, Director of Product Marketing at Amazon. From smarter ad campaigns and AI-powered content creation to leveling the playing field for small businesses, they dive into the game-changing opportunities AI brings to the industry. The conver...
May 15, 2025•37 min•Season 1Ep. 72
Discover what’s the latest in real-time payments, fraud, and AI in this episode of the AI Leaders Podcast with David Jones, Data & AI Lead, David DeLeon, Fraud & Financial Crime, for the Finance Risk Compliance Practice at Accenture and Steven Bufferd, Product Executive, Trust & Safety for J.P. Morgan Payments. We explore how fraud will continue to evolve, and given this, AI and innovation will be critical for mitigating risk and driving effective fraud prevention. Don’t miss this in...
Apr 24, 2025•27 min•Season 1Ep. 71
Join us for an inspiring episode as we explore the journeys, leadership, and mentorship of women shaping the future of AI. Keri Smith, Global Banking Data and AI Lead, Teresa Tung, Global Data Capability Lead, and Alice Chen, Senior Manager from the AI Center at Accenture, share their personal stories and professional insights. Discover how they navigate the rapidly evolving AI landscape, break barriers, and drive innovation in the tech industry.
Mar 25, 2025•27 min•Season 1Ep. 70
Unlock the power of knowledge graphs to map complex relationships across entities and data sources with Teresa Tung, Global Data Capability Lead, Tony Romito, Technology Consulting Director at Accenture, and Navin Sharma, Head of Product at Stardog. Explore how these graphs provide the contextual depth that large language models lack, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency with a comprehensive, use-case-driven perspective.
Feb 17, 2025•35 min•Season 1Ep. 69
In this episode of the AI Leaders Podcast, we delve into the transformative role of AI in education with Manish Dasaur, Chief Data & AI Officer - NA CMT at Accenture and our special guest, Vijay Gurbaxani, Director of the Center of Digital Transformation at UC Irvine. Discover how AI is seamlessly integrated into various curriculums and fields, expediting the pursuit of new knowledge, and enhancing educational methodologies. And explore the evolving landscape of the job market and the changi...
Jan 20, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 68
Join us for an engaging discussion on the evolution of digital journeys, the transformative role of AI, and the strategic importance of holistic approaches to create value in the financial services sector with Keri Smith, Global Banking Data and AI Lead at Accenture, and Purva Sule, banking platforms leader, ex-Northern Trust, ex-BMO, and independent startup advisor. Learn how AI technologies are being used to personalize customer interactions, improve service delivery, and drive growth.
Dec 04, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 67
In this insightful conversation, we explore how Gen AI, confidential computing and multi-party computation are transforming data sharing and privacy. Join Teresa Tung, Data Capability Lead at Accenture, along Raluca Ada Popa, Co-founder and President at Opaque Systems, and Rishabh Poddar, Co-founder and CTO. Discover how these technologies are breaking down barriers, fostering innovation, and creating new possibilities in data-driven industries.
Nov 13, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 66
In this episode of the AI Leaders Podcast, Harsha Almad, Managing Director and Global Lead of LearnVantage Academies for AI at Accenture, Girish Ganesan, Senior Vice President at S&P Global, and Kai Roemmelt, CEO of Udacity, now part of Accenture, explore how AI is transforming the workforce, the growing need for AI literacy, tailored learning programs, and how automation is reshaping job roles. Tune in to learn how organizations can prepare for rapid technological changes, foster an AI-awar...
Oct 11, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 65
Join us for an enlightening episode, where Arnab Chakraborty, Chief Responsible AI officer at Accenture, and Cathy Li, Head of AI, Data & Metaverse at the World Economic Forum, delve into the challenges of implementing responsible AI frameworks. A recent survey, conducted in collaboration with Stanford University, gathered insights from over 1,000 C-level executives across 19 industries on how they are preparing for AI regulations and future governance. Discover the key findings, the impact ...
Sep 20, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 64
In this episode, discover how the journey to digital is being enhanced and increasingly personalized with Gen AI. Join Keri Smith, Global Banking Data and AI Lead, and Brett Goode, Core Modernization and Senior Account Executive at Accenture, as they delve into the world of continuous innovation. From embracing human-centered design to democratizing Gen AI technology, tune in to uncover the transformative power and innovative benefits of Gen AI. Use the audio player on this page, or on one of th...
Aug 09, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 63
Explore how a well-implemented test and evaluation harness can be a competitive advantage for enterprises in this insightful podcast episode featuring Teresa Tung, Data Capability Lead at Accenture, and Vijay Karunamurthy, Field CTO at Scale AI. Join us as we delve into the importance of integrating technology with workflow to facilitate smoother operations and develop more cohesive strategies, ensuring reliable, efficient, and business-aligned AI deployments. Use the audio player on this page, ...
Jul 08, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 62
Discover how the banking industry is mobilizing to harness the value of AI driven transformation in our latest podcast episode with Keri Smith, Global Banking Data and AI Lead at Accenture, and Sumeet Chabria, Founder and CEO of ThoughtLinks. Listen now to gain valuable perspectives on how banks are leveraging Gen AI to drive operational efficiency, innovation, and improved service delivery, plus important considerations for governance and risk management. Use the audio player on this page, or o...
May 28, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 61
Join us for a dive into cybersecurity, social engineering, and Gen AI tactics for defense strategies with Accenture’s Kris Burkhardt, Global Chief Information Security Officer, and Robert Boyce, Global Cyber Resilience Lead. Discover the challenges and opportunities that security and data face. Learn how AI is being used in this space.
Apr 29, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 60
In this insightful conversation, Scott Tvaroh, Industry X Managing Director at Accenture and Ibrahim Al-Syed, Director of Digital Manufacturing at Celanese, delve into the significance of integrating AI and human-centered design into a pragmatic and accelerated manufacturing transformation. Join them as they uncover strategies for creating a digital transformation strategy based on building a robust data platform setting up the potential of Generative AI to achieve groundbreaking results.
Apr 15, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 59
In this engaging podcast episode, Tracy Ring, Chief Data Officer and Global Head of Gen AI for Life Sciences at Accenture and Jeremy Forman, Executive Director of Data and AI at Seagen, now Pfizer, delve into the game-changing power of ongoing learning, highlighting its role in cultivating a sustainable culture that fosters Gen AI adoption within organizations. Explore their insights on the transformative impact of culture on business value as the starting point for a meaningful transformation....
Mar 11, 2024•28 min•Season 1Ep. 58
Join Sanjay Podder, CTO for Responsible AI at Accenture, and Dr. Rana el Kaliouby, machine learning scientist, and AI pioneer, in a thought-provoking discussion on responsible AI practices, emphasizing human and emotional integration. Explore their insights into innovative approaches that foster a harmonious relationship between technology and humanity.
Feb 26, 2024•23 min•Season 1Ep. 57
In this episode, Priya Raman, Corporate Data and AI Leader at Accenture engages in a conversation with Pinar Doelen, Chief Analytics Officer at SAP, delving into the pivotal impact of Gen AI surpassing traditional data analysis. Together, they explore how Gen AI synergizes with data analytics to reshape businesses, industries, and organizations, fostering a collaborative era where humans and AI work together. Join them as they discuss the innovative benefits arising from Gen AI's transformative ...
Feb 12, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 56
In this second episode about Generative AI and its influence in growth acceleration, Teresa Tung, May Habib, and Marc Appel exchange views about the impact of Generative AI from a trust perspective. They explore the implications of technology being accurate, legal, and transparent as part of a trustworthy reinvention of businesses and their processes.
Jan 22, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 55
Explore the transformative impact of generative AI in marketing at Accenture with Teresa Tung who is joined by May Habib, CEO of Writer, and Marc Appel. This episode delves into real productivity gains, growth acceleration, and team morale. Discover how generative AI goes beyond efficiency, shaping a future where innovation and engagement take center stage.
Jan 09, 2024•18 min•Season 1Ep. 54
In this podcast episode, Keri Smith, Global Banking Data & AI Lead, talks with Papa Faye, who leads embedded digital solutions at J.P. Morgan. The discussion revolves around generative AI and its impact on the field of payments. Traditional AI in payments relied on rule-based systems, while Gen AI is now capable of handling more complex and creative tasks like fraud detection and personalized customer interactions. The conversation also touches on the importance of responsible AI, data secur...
Oct 30, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 53
In this episode we delve into the transformative force of Generative AI and its profound impact on businesses. Our guest, Charlie Stack, a seasoned expert in data analytics and AI, and Arnab Chakraborty, a Senior Managing Director at Accenture Data and AI, unravel the pivotal role Generative AI plays in reshaping business landscape. They discuss the intricate balance between risk and reward, emphasizing the need for a robust risk-reward apparatus. Discover insights into the rapid pace of change,...
Oct 09, 2023•30 min•Season 1Ep. 52
Join us for a deep dive into the dynamic world of AI, where we explore its strategic alignment with company goals and the delicate balance between innovation and sustainability. Hear how to weave AI objectives seamlessly into the fabric of overarching company strategies and discuss the critical challenge of resource allocation and balance between experimentation and vital company functions.
Sep 18, 2023•33 min•Season 1Ep. 51
Dive into a riveting conversation with distinguished experts, Scott Tinkler, Jan Erik Aase and Bob Lutz, as they unravel the game-changing potential of AI in the Utilities industry. Scott Tinkler, senior managing director at Accenture, brings his extensive industry experience to the table, discussing how utilities are embracing data analytics and AI to drive down costs and transform their operations. Bob Lutz, a partner at ISG, sheds light on the power of AI and machine learning in managing the ...
Sep 05, 2023•15 min•Season 1Ep. 50
In this podcast episode we explore the global story of health disparities and the transformative potential of data and AI. Discover how new tools and technologies have opened unprecedented opportunities to address health inequalities on a global scale. Delve into the significance of data in health and wellness and how it can revolutionize our approach to healthcare. However, with these advancements come challenges that we must address. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on how data-drive...
Aug 07, 2023•34 min•Season 1Ep. 49
Join Chetna Sehgal, Senior Managing Director at Accenture and Global Practice Lead for the Accenture Google Business Group, in an enlightening conversation with Erwan Menard, Director of Product Management for Google Cloud AI, as they explore the transformative world of generative AI. From the impact on data privacy to the re-energizing of the workforce, they delve into the nuances, challenges, and opportunities presented by this technology. Discover how enterprises can harness the power of gene...
Jul 24, 2023•29 min•Season 1Ep. 48
In this episode, we dive into the operational dynamics of organization models utilized by data and analytics teams. Our guest, Lori Bieda, Chief Data and Analytics Officer at BMO, North American Personal and Business Bank, shares her invaluable insights. Lori delves into the pros and cons of these models, offering a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities they bring. Join us for this enlightening conversation as we unravel the intricacies of leading analytics teams in today's dyna...
Jul 10, 2023•19 min•Season 1Ep. 47
In this episode, Tracy Ring, Accenture's Chief Data Officer and global generative AI lead for Life Sciences, interviews Walter Charles, General Manager of CSL Plasma. They explore CSL Plasma's transformation from analog to digital marketing, revolutionizing their business. Facing challenges during the pandemic, Walter implemented a data-driven digital marketing strategy, boosting donor engagement and response rates. Listen now.
Jun 19, 2023•30 min•Season 1Ep. 46
Discover the immense possibilities of Generative AI in this episode of the AI Leaders Podcast. Join us as we delve into the critical considerations for successful implementation and unlock its transformative potential. Featuring Bratin Saha, VP and GM of AI & Machine Learning at Amazon, and Teresa Tung, Cloud First Chief Technologist at Accenture. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation.
Jun 05, 2023•22 min•Season 1Ep. 45
In this episode of the AI Leaders Podcast, Alessandro De Luca, Chief Information Officer and Head of Information Technology at Merck KGaA, talks with Arnab Chakraborty and Eva Wiedenhöft about their transformative journey of digital acceleration fueled by cloud data and AI. Alessandro identifies people, data, and technology as the primary enablers that have been pivotal in achieving success in their quest for total enterprise reinvention. Listen now to hear how organizations can leverage the pow...
May 15, 2023•25 min•Season 1Ep. 44
