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Harnessing AI for Business Success: A Conversation with Kristi Perdue
In this episode of Business Pulse AI, I had the privilege of interviewing Kristi Perdue. She is the founder and CEO of Alter Bridge Strategies. She is also a certified Chief AI Officer. She authored Power Moves: The No BS Guide to Leading with AI. Kristi’s journey and expertise offer a candid and practical look.
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The AI Revolution Is Here – And It’s Reshaping the World as We Know It
The AI Revolution Is Here – And It’s Reshaping the World as We Know It Forget what you thought you knew about technology. The cold, hard truth is that AI is not just a buzzword. It is a seismic shift that is tearing through industries. It is reshuffling the competitive deck. Our latest insights reveal
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Transforming Consulting with AI: A Candid Conversation with Gabriele Rachello
By David Merzel Introduction: Why Consulting Must Reinvent Itself (Or Die Trying) Let’s be honest: consulting is at a crossroads. The old models-billable hours, endless PowerPoints, armies of junior analysts-are being upended by artificial intelligence. If you’re a consultant or a business leader and you’re not rethinking your approach, you’re already behind. That’s why I
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AI as the Great Business Enabler: Highlights from My Webcast with Meital Winer
Recently on the Business Pulse AI webcast, I hosted Meital Winer. She is the Senior Partner Marketing Manager at Microsoft (LinkedIn). Meital brought not only deep expertise but also a refreshingly candid perspective on how AI is transforming the business landscape. Our conversation wasn’t just another tech talk. It was a call to action for
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Unlocking the $4.4 Trillion AI Opportunity
The AI Wake-Up Call You Can’t Ignore Let’s be honest: Generative AI isn’t just another tech trend-it’s a seismic shift in how the world works. According to the latest McKinsey report (full PDF available below), generative AI could add an astonishing $2.6–$4.4 trillion annually to the global economy. Most companies are still stuck in “pilot
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AI Ambition Is Everywhere-But Most Companies Are Still Stuck in Pilot Mode
If you believe the headlines, AI is about to change everything-again. The numbers are staggering: PwC predicts a $15.7 trillion boost to global GDP by 2030, and Goldman Sachs expects $200 billion in AI investment by next year. But here’s the inconvenient truth: according to the latest MIT Technology Review Insights report, only 5.4% of
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Stop Chasing Shiny Objects: The Real AI Revolution Starts With Use Cases (And This PDF Shows You How)
Confession time: I’ve been guilty of chasing shiny objects in the AI world. Like many, I’ve been caught up in the hype, mesmerized by the latest models and promises of disruption. But recently, I had a reality check. While AI is transforming business, the way we’re approaching it is all wrong. The attached PDF, “Scaling
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The Future of AI Isn’t What You Think: Why GPT-4.1 Changes Everything.
Let me start with a confession: I’m tired of the AI hype. The endless promises of “revolutionary breakthroughs” often ignore a hard truth. Most companies still struggle to implement AI effectively. It doesn’t always move the needle. But after diving into the latest advancements in GPT-4.1 (see the PDF below), I’m more convinced than ever.
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Empowering Women in Tech Through AI: Webcast Highlights with Miri Rodriguez
In the latest episode of Business Pulse AI, I had the honor of hosting Miri Rodriguez. She is the CEO of Empresa AI and also serves as a Senior Storyteller at Microsoft. Miri is a passionate advocate for women in technology. Our conversation was both inspiring and eye-opening. We explored the transformative potential of AI.
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The Future Leader’s “Starter Pack”: A Passion-Driven Method for Real AI Impact
Let’s be clear: the era of separating personal passion from professional purpose is over.In fact, continuing to separate the two is just one of the biggest strategic mistakes leaders make today. I chose a different path. I decided to align everything I care about: The result is a unique, integrated method. It is simple, powerful,
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The Cultural Depth of AI: Webcast Highlights with Mark Finlayson
In the latest episode of Business Pulse AI, I had the privilege of hosting Mark Finlayson, an associate professor at Florida International University and a renowned expert in artificial intelligence and narrative science. This conversation was one of the most thought-provoking yet, as we explored not just the technical capabilities of AI but its deeper
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Unlocking Business Efficiency with AI Agents: Webcast Highlights with Paul Couvert
In our recent Business Pulse AI webcast, I was thrilled to host Paul Couvert, a true expert in the field of AI agents and automation. The goal of Business Pulse AI is always to deliver actionable insights that empower businesses to become faster, more consistent, and more scalable through AI. This episode was a home
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Selecting the Best AI Tool for Your Business: Exclusive Excerpts from My Upcoming Book
As we move deeper into the AI landscape, the challenge isn’t just about adopting AI—it’s about adopting the right AI. The marketplace is flooded with tools, each boasting unique capabilities. From ChatGPT’s prowess in reasoning and writing to Gemini’s coding expertise and Perplexity’s dominance in web search and deep research, the options are vast. But how do
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Building an Effective AI Strategy with Gartner Framework
Last week at eMerge in Miami, an event that welcomed 20,000 visitors, I had a conversation with a client facing challenges in scaling their AI initiatives. They had invested heavily in technology, but adoption was lagging, and business value was elusive. As we discussed their challenges, I kept coming back to the Gartner AI Strategy
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2030’s Skills Frontier: What the World Economic Forum Report Reveals and Why Most Companies Are Getting It Wrong
If you think tomorrow’s workforce will thrive by simply throwing money at the latest tech, you’re sorely mistaken. The World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2025 has laid it out bare: our competitive advantage in the coming decade depends not on an arsenal of gadgets but on a core suite of human-centric skills—and the
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Creativity Meets Technology: Spotlight on Mark Bernard and GeN3 Media at eMerge Americas 2025
Attending eMerge Americas 2025 last week was an inspiring experience. Held at the Miami Beach Convention Center, this premier tech conference brought together over 20,000 attendees and some of the brightest minds in technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship. While the event was packed with groundbreaking ideas, one individual stood out to me: Mark Bernard, the visionary
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Israeli Startups: Innovating Through Adversity at eMerge Americas
This week, I had the privilege of attending eMerge Americas 2025, a premier technology conference that transforms Miami into the global hub for innovation and entrepreneurship. Held at the Miami Beach Convention Center, this event brought together thousands of entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders to explore groundbreaking ideas across AI, fintech, healthtech, DefenseTech, and more. While
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AI Meets Karate: Revolutionizing Martial Arts Training
In a special episode of Business Pulse AI, I had the pleasure of hosting Nick Van Maele. We discussed the intersection of AI and Karate. This conversation was particularly exciting for me, as it combined three of my greatest passions: technology, AI, and Karate. Karate has been part of my life for years, influencing how
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AI-Powered GTM Domination: Insights from Start-Up OLÉ Miami 2025
On March 24, 2025, I was at the iconic loanDepot Park in Miami. I moderated a groundbreaking panel discussion. The panel was titled “AI-Powered GTM Domination: Catapult Your Startup to Success” at Start-Up OLÉ Miami 2025. This event brought together visionaries in the startup ecosystem to explore how AI is revolutionizing go-to-market strategies. The Harsh
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Shaping Future Leaders with AI: Insights from Dean Paul A. Pavlou of Miami Herbert Business School
We had the pleasure of hosting Paul A. Pavlou, Dean of the University of Miami Patti and Allan Herbert Business School. During our Business Pulse AI webcast Dean Pavlou shared his vision on the transformative role of AI in business education. He explained how AI is shaping the leaders of tomorrow. You can find the entire webcast
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