{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"AI is Rewriting Marketing - Ready or Not with Talisha Padgett (Microsoft)| The AI CEO Podcast","description":"The AI CEO Podcast is a show for CEOs, founders, and business leaders navigating the biggest technology shift of our lifetime. Each episode explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping leadership, business strategy, marketing, and growth\u2014translating complex AI concepts into practical insights leaders can use to make smarter decisions and stay competitive. AI is no longer optional\u2014it\u2019s redefining how companies operate, compete, and lead. In this episode of The AI CEO Podcast, Talisha Padgett breaks down why successful AI adoption starts with people, process, and data, how leaders should view AI as a strategic partner, and what CEOs must do now to build resilient, human-centered organizations in an AI-driven world.  In this episode, you\u2019ll learn: -Why \u201cpeople, process, and technology\u201d must evolve together -How CEOs should think about AI strategy\u2014not just tools -Real-world marketing and AI use cases that save time and money -Why data quality is the real competitive moat -How to keep humans in the loop while scaling with AI  Timestamps: 00:00 \u2013 How CEOs should think about AI and change 01:15 \u2013 Podcast and guest introduction (Talisha Padgett, Microsoft) 03:00 \u2013 People, process, and technology in AI transformation 06:30 \u2013 Human Loop Consulting and change management 09:00 \u2013 Fear, jobs, and keeping humans in the loop 12:00 \u2013 Learning AI as a non-technical leader 18:00 \u2013 Why AI pilots fail and how to succeed 25:00 \u2013 Microsoft Copilot and practical AI adoption 33:00 \u2013 Personalization at scale and real-world examples 39:00 \u2013 AI\u2019s impact on marketing roles 46:00 \u2013 Privacy, regulation, and responsible AI 57:00 \u2013 Deepfakes, security, and data protection 59:00 \u2013 Unlocking value from existing business data 01:02:00 \u2013 AI strategy for startup CEOs 01:06:00 \u2013 Early-stage growth and positioning 01:10:00 \u2013 AI maturity, leadership responsibility, optimism 01:15:00 \u2013 Final reflections on AI, humans, and the future 01:19:00 \u2013 Closing thoughts and wrap-up About Talisha Padgett Talisha Padgett is the General Manager of Marketing Technology &amp;amp; AI at Microsoft and the Founder of Human Loop Consulting, where she operates at the intersection of marketing transformation, artificial intelligence, and human-centered change management. With over two decades of experience leading digital and marketing transformation across global brands\u2014including Microsoft, Under Armour, Marriott International, and Comcast\u2014Talisha brings a rare blend of enterprise-scale execution and strategic clarity. Her work focuses on helping organizations modernize marketing operations by aligning people, process, data, and technology to real business outcomes. LinkedIn: https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/talishapadgett\/ \u2e3b About Seema Alexander Seema Alexander is the Founder of Disruptive AI, Co-Chair of DC Startup &amp;amp; Tech Week, and host of The AI CEO Podcast. She guides CEOs, founders, and business leaders through AI adoption, organizational transformation, and the future of business. She is also an international keynote speaker on AI and business for global audiences. Her upcoming AI CEO School and AI Business Conference will provide strategic education, tools, and frameworks for non-technical CEOs and founders navigating the AI era. IG: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/seemaalexander\/ LinkedIn: https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/seemaalexander\/ Disruptive AI: www.getdisruptive.ai Connect with The AI CEO Podcast Instagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/theaiceopodcast\/ LinkedIn: https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/the-ai-ceo-podcast\/ &amp;nbsp; If This Conversation Shifted Your Thinking\u2026 \u27a1\ufe0f LIKE, COMMENT &amp;amp; SUBSCRIBE to The AI CEO Podcast. Your support helps us reach more leaders ready to navigate AI with clarity, confidence, and responsibility. #AI #Leadership #ResponsibleAI #FutureOfWork #AIinBusiness #DataPrivacy #MarketingAI #SEO #DigitalTransformation #Podcast #Shorts ","author_name":"The AI CEO with Seema Alexander","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/theaiceo","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/39486730\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/196797005"}