Uncover the future of automation and artificial intelligence with “AI Champions”! Join us on Advertising Champions TV to explore how industry pioneers are leveraging AI to revolutionize business, simplify processes, and enhance customer experiences. Dive into real-world success stories showcasing the transformative power of AI across industries. From cutting-edge tools to practical strategies, discover how AI is shaping the future of work and innovation. Whether you’re curious about machine learning, automation, or AI-driven insights, “AI Champions” delivers the knowledge to help you stay ahead in the age of intelligent technology. Today our hosts, Morgan Allen, spoke with John Riley III.
John Riley III
Chief of Emerging Tech at IMPACTifi Global
Website Address: https://impactifiglobal.com/
Short company description:
IMPACTIFI offers a transformative partnership for companies committed to sustainable growth, global expansion, and business acceleration. More than advisors, we become an integral extension of your business, providing hands-on expertise, global intelligence, and strategic execution to help ambitious companies achieve their most significant growth objectives.
What was the most impactful moment of your transition out of the military?
The transition of not feeling a part of something bigger than myself and the working with others that did not have the same mindset.
How is AI transforming the way businesses approach customer engagement and personalization?
They are able to be more strategic with their out reach to customers and make changes easily. They able to leverage agents to respond faster to their customers needs 24/7.
Can you give an example of an AI-powered tool or strategy that’s made a significant impact on your work?
A strategy I’ve used is to stay abreast of global changes in the emerging tech space and connect wit contacts in those regions to build relationships with and learn from.
What ethical considerations do you keep in mind when integrating AI into your processes?
I always look at using AI for good and making sure whatever I use AI is to benefit myself and others. It also allows me to verify information faster and ensure that what I’m sharing is beneficial to others.
What excites you the most about the future potential of AI in your field?
What excites me is that it keeps getting better everyday with more solutions to use and efficiencies that it is providing but at the same time scares me.
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