The Future of Work: CRM, Culture, and Creating High-Performance Teams
This week on DisrupTV, we interviewed:
- David Roberts, CEO of SugarCRM
- Jonathan Stutz, Co-author of Daily Practices of Inclusive Leaders: A Guide to Building a Culture of Belonging
- Wes Adams and Tamara Myles, Co-authors of Meaningful Work: How to Ignite Passion and Performance in Every Employee
In this episode, we explore what’s broken and what’s possible at work today. David explored how AI is transforming CRM from a transactional system into a tool that empowers sellers. Jonathan emphasized inclusive leadership through small, daily practices that build belonging. Wes and Tamara defined meaningful work as community, contribution, and challenge—highlighting how leaders can create purpose and high-performance teams. Together, they discussed how AI and inclusive practices are key to driving organizational success.
DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R "Ray" Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11 AM PT/ 2 PM ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.
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Disruptive Thinking at the Edge of AI, Governance & Growth w/ Karen, Denise, David, Lori
This week on DisrupTV, we interviewed:
- Karen Silverman, CEO and Founder of The Cantellus Group
- Denise Holt, Founder and CEO of AIX Global Media
- Dr. David Bray, Distinguished Chair of the Accelerator, Stimson Center & Principal/CEO, LDA Ventures Inc.
- Lori Rosenkopf, Author of Unstoppable Entrepreneurs: 7 Paths for Unleashing Successful Startups and Creating Value through Innovation.
Karen broke down the real-world need for practical AI governance—moving beyond theory to action. Denise introduced active inference AI, revealing how it’s revolutionizing real-time decision-making with surprising energy efficiency. David called for leaders to embrace empathy and adaptability as AI transforms every industry. And Lori challenged the myth of the "tech-only" entrepreneur with insights from her new book, Unstoppable Entrepreneurs.
We also explored game-changing topics like the IEEE spatial web protocol, the future of intelligent systems, and why resilience, inclusive leadership, and bold innovation are the keys to thriving in this new era. Don’t miss this powerful conversation that connects strategy, tech, and human-centered leadership.
DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R "Ray" Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11 AM PT/ 2 PM ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.
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400 Episodes In: What AI Still Gets Wrong—and How to Get It Right w/ Tim, David, Melody, Jon
This week on DisrupTV, we interviewed Lord Tim Clement-Jones of the U.K., former Chair of the House of Lords Artificial Intelligence Select Committee and Co-Chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group on Artificial Intelligence, Dr. David Bray, Distinguished Chair of the Accelerator, Stimson Center & Principal/CEO, LDA Ventures Inc., Melody Wilding, author of Managing Up: How to Get What You Need from the People in Charge and Jon Reed, Co-founder of Diginomica.
The 400th episode of DisrupTV featured discussions on AI regulation, governance, and the impact of AI on businesses. Lord Tim Clement-Jones emphasized the importance of corporate values and international standards in AI regulation. David highlighted the need for businesses to prioritize AI applications based on business needs and customer expectations. Melody discussed strategies for managing up, including alignment, ownership, and setting boundaries. John critiqued AI vendors for overemphasizing autonomous agents and stressed the importance of human expertise and creativity in AI applications.
DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R "Ray" Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11:00 a.m. PT/ 2:00 p.m. ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.
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What is the state of technology today? w/ Karthik, Patrick, Andrés, Michel
This week on DisrupTV, we interviewed Karthik Narain, Group Chief Executive, Technology and CTO at Accenture, Patrick McGee, Author of Apple in China: the Capture of the World’s Greatest Company, and Andrés Tapia & Michel Buffet, Co-authors of The 5 Disciplines of Inclusive Teams: Unlocking Collective Power to Achieve Breakthrough.
We discussed AI's transformative impact with Karthik, who highlighted the tech vision's 25-year history and the pivotal role of AI in driving future growth. Patrick's book, "Apple in China," explored the unintended consequences of Apple's supply chain strategy, which significantly boosted China's electronic sector. Andrés Tapia and Michel Buffet discussed the importance of inclusive teams, emphasizing the need for human connection and AI integration to enhance productivity and innovation.
DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R "Ray" Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11:00 a.m. PT/ 2:00 p.m. ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.
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What is the next big leap in AI driven optimization? | Sergey Davidovich, Paula Davis, Zach Mercurio
This week on DisrupTV, we interviewed Sergey Davidovich is the Co-Founder and President of SparkBeyond, pioneer of the AI-powered Always-Optimized platform, Paula Davis, author of Lead Well: 5 Mindsets to Engage, Retain, and Inspire Your Team and Zach Mercurio, author of The Power Of Mattering: How Leaders can Create a Culture of Significance.
We discussed the evolution of AI in decision-making with Sergey, who explained the shift from static automation to dynamic systems capable of continuous learning and adaptation. Paula emphasized the importance of leadership practices that foster meaningful work and employee engagement. Zach highlighted the primal need for humans to feel valued and significant, especially in the age of AI. The episode underscored the critical role of leaders in creating cultures where employees feel seen, heard, and valued.
DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R "Ray" Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11:00 a.m. PT/ 2:00 p.m. ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.
DisrupTV is a weekly podcast with hosts R "Ray" Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11:00 a.m. PT/ 2:00 p.m. ET every Friday. The audience can expect A-list guests, the latest enterprise news, hot startups, insight from influencers, and much more. Tweet questions to #DisrupTV or @DisrupTVShow.