Challenging the Status Quo: Andrea Luoni on Disrupting Insurance with Integrity and Transparency | Ep 1137
In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas welcomes Andrea Luoni, founder and CEO of Rate Craft, who’s redefining transparency and ethics in the insurance industry.Andrea shares how her lifelong instinct to defend others fuels her mission to protect clients from hidden costs and industry abuse. She explains why too many businesses accept rising premiums without question—and how getting a second opinion can save millions.From her front-row view of the industry’s consolidation to her embrace of AI-driven insights, Andrea reveals why it’s time for bold leaders to challenge outdated systems and rebuild trust in insurance.Whether you’re a startup founder, business owner, or leader navigating risk management, Andrea’s perspective is a masterclass in courage, ethics, and disruption.If you liked what you heard today, please leave us a review - Apple or Spotify. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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The Future of Decision Science: Martin Lucas on Human-AI Alignment and Deterministic Intelligence | Ep 1136
In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas sits down with Martin Lucas, founder and CEO of Decision Boundaries, to explore how decision science and deterministic AI are reshaping the way humans and machines think together.Martin unpacks the psychology of brand trust—how emotion, timing, and tone influence decision-making—and explains why most marketing fails to connect at a subconscious level. He then takes listeners inside his breakthrough work combining decision science, decision physics, and symbolic mathematics to create AI systems that reason with human-like understanding.Looking ahead, Martin shares his vision for the next decade: AI that understands intent, context, and humanity itself, ushering in an era where technology enhances—rather than replaces—human creativity.Whether you’re a leader in AI, marketing, or innovation, this conversation offers a rare glimpse into the science driving the next evolution of intelligent systems.If you liked what you heard today, please leave us a review - Apple or Spotify. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Smart Marketing Agency Partnerships with Behdad Jamshidi | Ep 1135
In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas sits down with Behdad “B” Jamshidi, founder of CJAM Marketing Connector, to explore why most businesses struggle to choose the right marketing agency—and how to fix it.After evaluating over 1,000 agencies and curating a lean network of top performers, Behdad shares his proven framework for identifying “A-player” partners who deliver exponential growth versus “B-player” agencies that stall momentum. He unpacks red flags to watch for, from vague reporting to unrealistic “full-service” promises, and explains the 40-point checklist he uses to assess credibility and fit.Behdad also dives into how AI and specialization are reshaping marketing execution, and why strategy—not just tools—will define the next era of successful brand-agency relationships.Whether you’re a founder, CMO, or entrepreneur looking to scale smarter, this conversation offers practical insights for finding the right marketing partner and building trust that drives results.If you liked what you heard today, please leave us a review - Apple or SpotifySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Redefining Career Readiness: Dan Benveniste on AI, Skills, and the Future of Work | Ep 1134
In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas sits down with Dan Benveniste, founder and CEO of SkillWaze and serial entrepreneur with over $150M in successful exits. Dan shares how his latest ventures—SkillWaze and AlumniBridge—are reshaping how we prepare the next generation for the workforce.From his early startup success to pioneering AI-powered “learn and earn” platforms, Dan reveals how he’s tackling the global skills gap by helping employers identify, train, and verify real-world talent—not just degrees. He discusses why traditional education is due for disruption, how SkillWaze guarantees career readiness through verified skills data, and why he believes in “succeeding slowly” over the old “fail fast” mantra.Whether you’re a founder, HR leader, or educator, this episode offers a powerful look into how AI and human-centered design are converging to redefine the future of hiring and education.If you liked what you heard today, please leave us a review - Apple or Spotify. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Reimagining Feedback with AI: Ruby Kolesky on Human-Centered Innovation at Joyous | Ep 1133
In this episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas speaks with Ruby Kolesky, CEO of Joyous, an AI-powered feedback platform transforming how organizations listen, learn, and act. From her early days pursuing stand-up comedy to leading one of New Zealand’s most innovative tech companies, Ruby shares how empathy, humor, and human insight guide her approach to building smarter, more human-centered AI.She dives into why traditional surveys fail, how Joyous replaces static feedback loops with dynamic one-on-one conversations at scale, and why she believes human connection—not automation—will become the ultimate premium. Ruby also discusses the importance of democratizing voice in large enterprises and how real-time, actionable insights from the frontline can drive both performance and purpose.If you liked what you heard today, please leave us a review - Apple or Spotify. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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