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S1|Ep100 Unicorns of the Future: Redefining the Billion-Dollar Business Playbook in the Age of AI
08 Jun 2026
00:46:21
Welcome to redefine the billion-dollar business playbook in the age of AI, together with my fantastic guest from New York, Kevin Surace. Let’s explore what it really takes to build the unicorns of the future.
Kevin built billion-dollar companies, pioneered AI and Generative AI applications, and developed technologies that have reshaped industries.
Kevin is Named a Tech Pioneer by the World Economic Forum (Davos), he delivered over 400 keynote speeches, including TED talk, Led development of the first AI virtual assistant, precursor to Siri and Alexa, Introduced Generative AI to the mainstream in 2017, Built multiple startups from zero to over $1B US Dollars valuations and Attained 95 patents, including 33 in the United States….
… and if you’re already wondering whether one individual can truly operate at that level of success, I can tell you that Kevin is a Broadway and film producer and creator, currently writing a book The Joy Success Cycle, exploring how finding joy in every task drives peak performance. It’s a blueprint for leaders and employees looking to achieve more without falling into the trap of relentless hustle.
Today, Kevin serves as Chair & CEO of Appvance.ai and Chair of Token Core, leading advancements in AI-driven software testing and next-gen cybersecurity.
Key Topics Covered:
Building Companies in the Age of AI: New Risks and Opportunities
The Future of AI-First Unicorns
Leadership Blind Spots Around Growth, Sustainability, and Value Creation
How AI Is Changing the Rules of Building, Scaling, and Leading Companies
AI Governance, Accountability, and Managing Unintended Consequences
What Separates Enduring Unicorns from Short-Lived Success Stories
Redefining Success in an AI-Powered World
Unlearning Outdated Assumptions for the Future of Leadership
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S2:Ep7 | SOULINT | Preserving Humanity in the Age of Damped Reactions and Enhanced Intelligence
03 Jun 2026
00:16:14
In this episode we explore how powerful AI capability can quietly erode the very human perception required to guide it.
Preserving Humanity in the Age of Damped Reactions & Enhanced Intelligence
Artificial intelligence is scaling faster than at any other point in history—yet many leaders report a strange side-effect: the better their systems perform, the duller their own instincts feel. Host Emi Olausson Fourounjieva names this phenomenon damped reactions and shows why expanding capability without expanding awareness is a civilizational risk.
Why this matters
We’re no longer just outsourcing tasks—we’re outsourcing feeling, intuition, even doubt. When extreme resilience and relentless optimization mute our inner signals, a dangerous illusion of progress forms.
Key points
The Resilience Paradox – how over-endurance keeps us loyal to outdated realities
Damped Reactions – why subtle loss of sensitivity masquerades as executive composure
Enhanced Intelligence, Amplified Consequences – more power with less wisdom
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S2:Ep2 | SOULINT | Delusion of Benefit in the Age of Multiple Intelligences
24 Mar 2026
00:26:22
SOULINT: Integration of Soul and Multiple Intelligences We are living through one of the most profound technological and civilizational shifts in human history. Season One keeps bringing conversations with extraordinary leaders and has been heard in over one hundred countries.
This season goes deeper - into what it truly means to be human in the age of AI.
We are entering a phase where intelligence is no longer exclusively human, and where the systems we adopt are not just supporting decisions, but increasingly shaping them.
And yet, the most powerful force in this shift is not disruption.
It is convenience.
In this episode, we explore the Delusion of Benefit in the Age of Multiple Intelligences - how what feels like progress may quietly redefine how we think, decide, and lead, without conscious awareness.
Because we see convenience mostly as something positive, something exciting, as an enabler that works.
Where this shows up 👇
In business Many companies believe they are becoming more efficient, while in reality they are slowly outsourcing their ability to think and grow strategically.
Threshold Leadership becomes essential, to avoid:
Delegating thinking vs augmenting it
Confusing speed with direction
Letting systems define priorities
In our relationship with AI We are not just using these systems - we are adapting to them, often without noticing.
In communication and decision making Choosing ease over integrity. Avoiding difficult conversations. Letting patterns run instead of consciously shaping the outcomes.
This episode is an invitation to engage with life and technologies consciously.
Because in a world of multiple intelligences, the scarcest resource will not be intelligence.
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep7 Humanity at a Crossroads: The AI - EI (Emotional Intelligence) Power Struggle
07 Jun 2024
00:31:27
Welcome to explore critical decisions at the intersection of technological capability and human empathy with David Galea (Malta), the author of the book "Digital Made Simple: Practical insights for successful digital programs." In an era of rapid technological advancement, we face a crucial question: how can we balance artificial intelligence (AI) with the essential human trait of emotional intelligence (EI)?
In this episode with David, we delve into the key ethical dilemmas, challenges, and opportunities of integrating AI in fields traditionally dominated by human empathy and intuition. Discover how organizations can ensure their use of AI supports and enhances human factors rather than undermining them. In this interview David shares his insights on how leaders can foster a culture that values both technological innovation and human-centricity.
David's extensive experience in various industries provides a unique perspective on successful digital expansion.
Subscribe and join us for this thought-provoking exploration that promises to open up new perspectives on transformation, innovation, tech and leadership.
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep6 Redefining Leadership and Mentorship in the Era of Total Experience
31 May 2024
00:17:54
Redefine Leadership and Mentorship in the Era of Total Experience with Loek Berendsen from the Netherlands. Loek is a business owner, public speaker on over 40 stages, board advisor, and futurist specializing in strategy and execution in retail and e-commerce. He helps companies globally achieve success through Omnichannel and Digital Transformation.
Loek has worked with global businesses such as IKEA (Global Transformation Strategy Advisor), ECCO (Global Omnichannel Transformation Manager), STAPLES (Manager Digital Transformation Experience & Services Europe), and Vodafone (Digital Transformation & Omnichannel Program Manager).
In this episode, Loek shares decades of knowledge and experience around successful Leadership and Mentorship in the Era of Total Experience. He discusses the essential qualities for a leader in today’s customer-obsessed digital landscape, highlights the challenges of leading a multi-generational team through a Digital Transformation, and provides strategies to overcome them effectively.
Discover Loek's expert insights, as well as real-life cases from his experience, on how to develop individuals in the Total Experience space.
We also explore why it is important for today's leaders to upgrade their Mindset and acquire missing Soft Skills, emphasizing the role of Empathy and Emotional Intelligence in the Total Experience Concept.
Subscribe and join us for this thought-provoking exploration that promises to open up new perspectives on transformation, innovation and leadership.
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep5 The Entrepreneurial Edge, Mindset, Soft Skills & Innovation in Leadership
24 May 2024
00:21:50
Unlock the Entrepreneurial Edge: Mindset, Soft Skills & Innovation in Leadership with Harold Dickenson (Dubai, UAE), the Business Owner and Digital Transformation Director at Kanousei — an award-winning experiential tech agency (Most Innovative Experiential Technology Agency 2024 in UAE). His team of experienced technologists, engineers, and designers works collaboratively with clients to create customized solutions tailored to their unique needs. Harold and his team are leading digital transformation with cutting-edge tech, simplifying complex communication with immersive solutions, and enhancing client engagement through AR, VR, and AI-powered interactions.
In this episode, we discuss the role of a business owner and delve into the importance of emotional intelligence and essential soft skills—empathy, communication, resilience, and adaptability—in driving innovation and building high-performing teams. Additionally, we discuss the significance of cultivating a success-oriented mindset and offer strategies for leaders to foster growth and business expansion. Harold's experience is particularly valuable as he runs his business in a country where expansion is essential.
Subscribe and join us for this thought-provoking exploration that promises to open up new perspectives on transformation, innovation and leadership.
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep4 Driving Business Success: Adding Value to Established Digital Strategy Frameworks
16 May 2024
00:20:21
Redefine success with Amit Prabhu (Sweden), the author of the book Digital Strategy Framework: A Practical Guide for Business Incumbents. In this episode, Amit shares his insights on the biggest challenges digital and IT leaders face today. He also reveals how his framework can be helpful and valuable, even if a business already has a strategy in place. Amit's recommendations for leaders developing their strategies in today’s VUCA world are invaluable, as they are based on his vast experience in various industry verticals, best practices, and success stories from the most successful companies.
Subscribe and join us for this thought-provoking exploration that promises to open up new perspectives on transformation, innovation and leadership.
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep3 The Keys to a Successful Digital Transformation Strategy
09 May 2024
00:21:50
Take a deep dive into Strategic Digital Transformation with Loek Berendsen (the Netherlands), public speaker on 40+ stages, board advisor, futurist in strategy and execution in retail and e-commerce helping companies globally with total experience through omnichannel and digital transformation.
In this episode, Loek shares decades of knowledge and experience around the common pitfalls companies face during digital transformation, and how they can be avoided. Loek highlights a real life case where a strategic approach to digital transformation dramatically improved business outcomes. Discover Loek's expert insights on how to prioritize investments in technology to ensure the best return in terms of customer satisfaction and business growth.
Subscribe and join us for this thought-provoking exploration that promises to open up new perspectives on transformation, innovation and leadership.
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep2 From Vision to Victory - Leadership Skills That make or break Digital Transformation
02 May 2024
00:19:53
Take a Leap from Vision to Victory in Digital Leadership with David Galea (Malta), the author of the book "Digital Made Simple: Practical insights for successful digital programs." In this episode, David shares cutting-edge knowledge and experience around establishing and communicating a clear vision for digital transformation that motivates the entire organization; the critical leadership challenges and effective solutions and his view on the importance of soft skills, mindset, and emotional intelligence for business success. His extensive experience in various industries provides a unique perspective on successful digital expansion.
Subscribe and join us for this thought-provoking exploration that promises to open up new perspectives on transformation, innovation and leadership.
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep1 Digital Strategy for Cutting-Edge Competitive Advantage
26 Apr 2024
00:19:15
Prepare to redefine success with Amit Prabhu (Sweden), the author of the book "Digital Strategy Framework: A Practical Guide for Business Incumbents." In this episode, Amit shares cutting-edge knowledge on how digital transformation, generative AI, and human factors are fundamentally reshaping customer engagement, internal operations, and corporate culture. His extensive experience in various industry verticals provides a unique perspective on the digital evolution impacting businesses today.
Subscribe and join us for this thought-provoking exploration that promises to open up new perspectives on transformation, innovation and leadership.
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S2:Ep1 | SOULINT | Beyond Technology: The Next Dimension of AI Leadership
20 Mar 2026
00:13:26
Why Your AI Strategy is Failing: Moving from Tools to Architectural Transformation
Artificial intelligence amplifies power. But in an age of asymmetric risk and accelerating change, what determines where that power leads?
In the premiere of Season 2, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva moves beyond the surface-level conversations about "which AI tools to use" and "how to use AI for performance and automation" to explore a deeper, civilizational shift. This is the introduction of Threshold Leadership - a new paradigm for the AI era where intelligence, technology, and consciousness must become aligned.
If you are a leader, investor, or builder navigating this profound technological shift, this short and insightful episode is your "operating system upgrade." We explore why the greatest risk is not "smart machines," but the gap between technological power and leadership maturity.
Key Insights from this Episode:
The Architectural Shift: Why AI is not a productivity tool, but a new operating layer for business
The Triad of Power: How to align Intelligence, Technology, and Consciousness for sustainable growth
Threshold Leadership: Defining the mindset required to navigate uncertainty and transform disruption into planetary impact
The Maturity Gap: Why leadership maturity must now outpace technological scale to avoid "optimization drift."
New to the journey? Explore Season 1 of Digital Transformation & AI for Humans. Join me for a series of inspirational, high-level conversations with global trailblazers and extraordinary leaders from all over the world. These foundational episodes set the stage for the SOULINT journey we are continuing today.
Join the Movement: Apply to the AI Game Changers Club at AIGameChangers.club for exclusive co-creation with visionary leaders.
Explore More: Find deep-dive resources and advisory solutions at dt4h.io.
The Book: Stay tuned for the upcoming release of SOULINT
If you are looking to bring these conversations or tailored content into your organization, conference, or retreat, you can explore AI Speakers Hub at aispeakers.io.
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep95 Turning Ideas Into Assets in the age of AI: Protecting and Monetizing Innovation on a Global Scale
15 Mar 2026
00:46:00
In this episode of Digital Transformation & AI for Humans, Emi sits down with global intellectual property leader Eric Morehouse from Washington, USA.
Eric is the Co-Founder of AiPi, a powerful platform where he has pioneered the development and implementation of innovation management services that help technology companies create, scale, and monetize intellectual property and other strategic assets.
Eric is also the Founder and Partner of Whitestone Law, where his practice covers various aspects of corporate, commercial, and intellectual property law.
He frequently speaks in the U.S. and internationally on a wide range of topics, including patent prosecution and enforcement, as well as advising clients on raising capital, generating initial revenue, and scaling their businesses.
Eric is also part of the Executive Diamond Group of the AI Game Changers Club - an elite tribe of visionary leaders redefining the rules and shaping the future of human–AI synergy.
💡 Key topics:
Why some companies successfully turn ideas into valuable strategic assets while others lose their innovation advantage
The mindset shift leaders must make to move from defensive patenting to IP-driven growth strategies
How startups, mid-size companies, and global enterprises should approach AI integration differently
The most common mistakes companies make when protecting intellectual property across jurisdictions such as the U.S., Europe, and Asia
Why licensing models, data rights, and ecosystem partnerships are becoming essential in the AI economy
The “golden window” for protecting and monetizing innovation before competitors catch up
The impact of AI agents, generative technologies, and global IP disputes on business strategy
What leaders must unlearn about innovation in order to thrive in a rapidly evolving AI landscape
Practical advice for executives who want to future-proof their innovation strategies
Tune in to uncover how the next decade of invention will be written - and who gets to sign it.
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep94 Leading into the Future: Vision, Leadership and Innovation Insights from Intel and Google DeepMind
01 Feb 2026
01:00:19
Let's tap into vision, leadership, and innovation insights shaped at Intel and Google DeepMind, to lead into the future, together with my amazing American guest, Steve Brown, from Portland, Oregon.
Steve has been operating at the edge of intelligence long before AI became mainstream, as an entrepreneur, advisor, and former futurist and executive at Google DeepMind and Intel, working at the intersection of AI, high-tech, and large-scale transformation.
Steve has advised global organizations: Bank of America, Lenovo, Nespresso, etc., he is the author of The AI Ultimatum, and The Innovation Ultimatum, which earned him features in Fast Company, Forbes, and more.
Today, Steve is a global keynote speaker and trusted advisor to Fortune 100 companies.
Steve is a part of the Diamond Executive Council of the AI Game Changers Club - an elite tribe of visionary leaders redefining the rules and shaping the future of human-AI synergy.
🔑 Key Topics Covered:
Emerging AI & innovation trends beyond mainstream narratives
Leadership misreads of the future
New leadership risks in embedded intelligence
The real opportunity in AI transformation
When “future-ready” organizations are exposed by AI
Durable advantage vs short-term AI wins
Responsibility and governance in autonomous systems
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep93 AI-Powered Growth: Reinventing Digital Marketing in the Era of Intelligent Business
24 Jan 2026
00:37:29
My fantastic guest today, Steven Hyde from London, the UK, is here to explore the AI-Powered Growth. Together, we are going to discover how leading companies are Reinventing Digital Marketing in the Era of Intelligent Business.
Steven Hyde is the CEO and Co-founder of Push Group, a leading AI-powered marketing company helping businesses shining through performance marketing, data, and innovation. A recognized thought leader in leveraging AI to drive measurable growth, Steven draws on leadership experience from global brands such as Walt Disney and Pepsi.
With offices in UK, USA, UAE, Denmark, and Greece, Push Group empowers businesses through dynamic campaign delivery, on-demand team training, and expert consulting.
The company has been recognized on the global stage - by winning Gold for Best Use of AI in Marketing and Performance at the AI & Data Awards 2025 and being shortlisted in six categories at the Global Search Awards 2025, including Best Integrated Campaign, Most Innovative Campaign (SEO), and Best Use of AI in Search and .
🔑 Key topics:
Intelligent Business Growth and the AI Moment in Marketing
Risks for Businesses Delaying AI Adoption
How Big the AI Shift Is Compared to Search, Social, and Mobile
How AI Is Redefining Marketing Strategy, Budgets, and Execution
The AI Adoption Curve in Marketing: Piloting vs Scaling
Barriers to AI Adoption and the Risks of Misusing AI
The Convergence of Marketing, PR, Trust, and Reputation in the AI Era
Lessons from Cloud and Mobile Transformations for AI Adoption
Cultural Differences in Global AI Adoption and Leadership
What Leaders Must Unlearn to Win with AI-Powered Marketing
One Leadership Advice for Growth in an AI-Driven Future
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep92 AI, Governance, and Systemic Risk - Leadership and Value Creation When Certainty Is Gone
17 Jan 2026
00:34:50
Let's talk about Leadership and Value Creation When Certainty Is Gone, and explore AI, Governance, and Systemic Risk together with my amazing guest Michael Herkommer from Zurich, Switzerland.
Michael is a a co-founder, CIO and CAIO at Riskovate, strategist, executive advisor, and systems thinker with decades of experience operating at the intersection of technology, leadership, and institutional complexity.
Michael has worked across strategy, digital transformation, and innovation, including working with and advising global organizations such as IBM, SAP, Accenture, and public sector institutions at European level. He has operated both as a builder and a critical advisor, supporting organizations through large-scale transformation, governance challenges, and moments of structural pressure.
What distinguishes Michael’s work is his systems-level perspective. He doesn’t look at AI, automation, or digital transformation in isolation, but through the lens of decision-making, accountability, governance, and long-term value creation.
This conversation is not about tools or hype. It’s a boardroom-level dialogue about leadership, risk, and responsibility in the age of AI.
Michael is a part of the Diamond Executive Circle of the AI Game Changers Club - an elite tribe of visionary leaders redefining the rules and shaping the future of human-AI synergy, and the Chapter Chair in Zurich, Switzerland.
🔑 Key topics discussed:
Systemic risk in the AI era - where uncertainty compounds across technology, regulation, and geopolitics
AI agents and autonomy - how risk shifts when systems move from tools to decision-makers
Governance beyond compliance
Regulatory fragmentation
Value creation vs legitimacy erosion - building AI-driven growth without losing trust
Innovation failure modes - when acceleration quietly increases systemic risk
The human layer - leadership judgment, culture, and ethics as the true leverage point
Unlearning outdated beliefs - what leaders must let go of to navigate permanent uncertainty
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep91 Hidden Venture Capital Trends: Redefining Fundraising & Investment Strategies in the AI Era
08 Jan 2026
00:46:17
My amazing guest today is Jeffrey Fidelman from New York, United States. Jeffrey brings deep expertise in investment banking and startup growth, and we’re diving into The Hidden Venture Capital Trends: Redefining Fundraising & Investment Strategies in the AI Era.
Recently Jeffrey was elected to the Board of Directors of Harvard Alumni Entrepreneurs (HAE), a global community of alumni founders, investors, and executives.
Jeffrey is also a part of the Diamond Executive Group of the AI Game Changers Club - an elite tribe of visionary leaders redefining the rules and shaping the future of human–AI synergy.
Jeffrey is the Founder and Managing Partner of Fidelman & Company, a leading advisory firm launched in 2015 to address the critical fundraising and growth strategy needs of early- to mid-stage companies.
Jeffrey’s career began in residential real estate, which led him to the Portfolio Manager role at Morgan Stanley, followed up by the role of Vice President at HSBC, driving revenue strategy for Manhattan.
As a seasoned entrepreneur, investor, and advisor with deep expertise in finance and fundraising strategy, Jeffrey has built and supported ventures across multiple industries, globally.
🔑 Key topics discussed:
Hidden venture capital trends and emerging blind spots founders and investors overlook
How AI-driven data, platforms, and automation are transforming capital allocation
Disruption ahead: which parts of the venture ecosystem will be reshaped first by AI
Why traditional investor evaluation methods become liabilities in an AI-powered landscape
Strategic advantages for founders and investors who adopt AI early
The new economics of AI efficiency and its impact on valuations, capital needs, and startup strategy
Global competition: how AI might rebalance or reinforce power in major venture hubs
What investors and business owners must unlearn to thrive in AI-powered fundraising
Essential leadership guidance for navigating the next wave of AI transformation
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep90 From Die Hard to Transformers: Hollywood’s Playbook for Executives to Create Impact and Drive Success in the AI Era
27 Dec 2025
00:50:31
Hollywood creates leaders under extreme pressure. In the AI era, executives face similar stakes. My amazing guest Steven Puri from Austin, Texas shares Hollywood’s playbook for leadership, storytelling, and impact in AI-driven business. See also S1:Ep80.
Steven has an extraordinary background in Hollywood, having worked as an executive and producer on some of the biggest blockbusters of our time – including Die Hard 5, The Wolverine, Transformers, and Star Trek.
Steven has collaborated with major studios such as DreamWorks, 20th Century Fox, and Sony, and raised more than $21M in venture funding across three tech start-ups. After decades of turning big visions into reality on screen and in business, Steven shifted his focus to solving one of today’s most pressing challenges: how we work.
As the Founder & CEO of The Sukha Company, he now helps remote workers overcome procrastination and distraction, bringing more focus, energy, and well-being into the flow of daily work. From Hollywood blockbusters to the future of remote productivity, Steven’s journey blends storytelling, leadership, and innovation in a truly unique way.
Steven is a Diamond Executive Member of the AI Game Changers Club - an elite tribe of visionary leaders redefining the rules and shaping the future of Human–AI synergy.
🔑 We discuss how executives can:
Lead when stakes are high and variables are unknown
Use storytelling to align teams, reduce silos, and build trust
Balance bold action with long-term strategy in AI-driven environments
Adapt fast when the “script changes” due to AI disruption
Cultivate imagination and creative vision as a leadership advantage
Unlearn outdated leadership patterns to thrive in the AI era
This conversation bridges Hollywood, leadership, and AI-driven transformation, offering practical insights for executives, founders, innovators, investors and decision-makers shaping the future of business.
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep89 Designing Agentic AI to Rehumanize Customer Experience & Sales: From Automation to Meaningful Transformation
22 Dec 2025
00:56:26
Today, we are exploring how to design Agentic AI to rehumanize customer experience and sales - moving beyond automation toward meaningful transformation.
Meet Dikshant Dave from San Francisco, California - a brilliant tech visionary and accomplished serial entrepreneur whose journey redefines what it means to build platforms with purpose.
Dikshant is the Founder and CEO of Zigment, the Agentic-AI Marketing Transformation Platform empowering marketing teams worldwide to scale tenfold through intelligent automation and genuine human–AI collaboration.
His innovation extends far beyond marketing. He has also founded and led groundbreaking platforms in natural medicine and home and interior design, bridging technology with wellbeing, creativity, and sustainable living.
This rare fusion of business, soul, and systems makes Dikshant not just a tech founder - but a multi-dimensional creator shaping the future of conscious innovation.
🔑 Key Topics Discussed
What agentic AI really means, and how it differs from traditional automation
The shift from efficiency-driven design to meaning-driven AI architectures
Why most customer experience systems reduce friction but fail to deepen human connection
Reimagining the customer journey with AI that amplifies empathy, trust, and presence
How automation unintentionally stripped authenticity from sales, and how agentic AI can restore it
Designing AI agents that support human-centric communication and relationship-based selling
Encoding human values into AI systems
Moving beyond data points toward true personalization through contextual understanding
The evolution of AI from recommendation engines to proactive relationship builders
Ethical integrity, alignment, and governance as AI systems begin to act and decide autonomously
The future of work in rehumanized CX and sales
The uncomfortable truth about job displacement and the urgency to redefine human contribution
One core belief leaders must unlearn to move from automation to meaningful transformation
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep88 AI Doomers vs. AI Optimists: Shaping the Future of Human Civilization
13 Dec 2025
00:46:16
Let’s take a closer look at how we are shaping the future of human civilization together with my amazing guest from Philadelphia, the United States – Geoffrey Klein, a TED Talk speaker, best-selling author, professor, and expert in AI, visual communication, and storytelling.
Geoffrey holds an executive certification from MIT in AI and its Implications for Business Strategy and teaches at Temple University, and the Wharton School, continuously exploring the intersection of communication, creativity, and technology.
As the President & CEO of Nine Dots Media, Geoffrey helps brands and leaders communicate more effectively through the power of story and design – transforming complexity into clarity.
Geoffrey is a part of the Diamond Executive Council of the AI Game Changers Club - an elite tribe of visionary leaders redefining the rules and shaping the future of human–AI synergy.
Geoffrey's mission is simple yet profound: to make communication better and connections deeper.
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep99 Beyond the Visible Horizon: Intelligence, Innovation, and the Future of Humanity in the Era of AI
24 May 2026
01:11:43
Let's tap into vision, leadership, and innovation insights shaped at Intel and Google DeepMind, to lead into the future, together with my American guest, Steve Brown, from Portland, Oregon.
Steve has been operating at the edge of intelligence long before AI became mainstream, as an entrepreneur, advisor, and former futurist and executive at Google DeepMind and Intel, working at the intersection of AI, high-tech, and large-scale transformation.
Steve has advised global organizations: Bank of America, Lenovo, Nespresso, etc., he is the author of The AI Ultimatum, and The Innovation Ultimatum, which earned him features in Fast Company, Forbes, and more.
Today, Steve is a global keynote speaker and trusted advisor to Fortune 100 companies.
Steve is a part of the Diamond Executive Council of the AI Game Changers Club - an elite tribe of visionary leaders redefining the rules and shaping the future of human-AI synergy.
🔑 Key Topics Covered:
The hidden shift most leaders still fail to see in the relationship between human and artificial intelligence
How intelligence itself is evolving, and what society will value in the future
The risks of outsourcing human judgment, responsibility, and meaning to AI systems
What real innovation looks like in the AI era, beyond hype and scale
Which human capacities become more critical as machines grow more powerful
Transhumanism, the Internet of Bodies, and the future of human augmentation
The irreversible AI decisions being made today that future generations will inherit
How humanity’s economic, social, and existential role may evolve over the next decade
Singularity and the future relationship between humans and intelligent systems
What leaders must unlearn to stay relevant, responsible, and deeply human in the AI era
How to lead wisely when the future becomes increasingly unpredictable and irreversible
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep87 AI Governance & Ethics 2030: Human-Centric Conscious AI Leadership Beyond Compliance
05 Dec 2025
00:46:00
Today’s guest is the brilliant Erica Shoemate from Washington, United States, a bold disruptor, dynamic storyteller, speaker and global thought leader whose career spans nearly two decades across national security - as a former Acting Chief /Senior Intelligence Manager for the US Department of Justice, Big Tech, and policy innovation. Erica is also an AI Public Policy Global Fellow.
From her years of leadership safeguarding national interests with the FBI and the U.S. Intelligence Community to shaping ethical AI and trust frameworks at leading technology giants like Twitter, Meta and Amazon, Erica has consistently stood at the front lines of transformation - where technology, leadership, and humanity converge.
As Founder and Principal Strategist of The EN Strategy Group, she helps organizations design human-focused strategies that align innovation with accountability through her signature LEAD framework.
Join us as we go beyond checklists and compliance to explore what it truly means to practice human-centric, conscious AI leadership - and how the next decade of governance will be defined not by control, but by courage, compassion, and collective responsibility.
Erica is a part of the Diamond Executive Council of the AI Game Changers Club - an elite tribe of visionary leaders redefining the rules and shaping the future of human–AI synergy.
🔑 Key topics
Why AI governance must evolve beyond checklists and move toward human-centered, conscious leadership
What AI governance will look like as intelligent systems become active participants in decision-making
The inner qualities needed for the next generation of leaders navigating accelerated intelligence
How to scale ethics without losing humanity
Where policy and reality diverge – and how to close the gaps fast
The moral courage required to lead responsibly in a high-speed, high-stakes environment
How to build governance systems that protect dignity, freedom, and societal well-being
How leaders can embody clarity, purpose, and wisdom as AI reshapes power dynamics
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep86 The Antidote to Change Fatigue in the Age of AI: The Future-Ready Mindset for Success
28 Nov 2025
00:49:59
My Ready Already guest today is Allister Frost from the United Kingdom. Together, we’ll explore The Future-Ready Mindset for Success and take a deeper look at The Antidote to Change Fatigue in the Age of AI.
Allister Frost is a world-leading business transformation and growth thought leader and speaker. He has given impactful motivational talks in over 30 countries to teams from Bosch, Hyundai, BBC, Bloomberg, Vodafone, and more. His revolutionary ReadyAlready® Growth Cycle inspires busy professionals to embrace a Future-Ready Mindset for a lifetime of success.
Allister was Microsoft’s first ever Head of Digital Marketing Strategy, helping steer the software giant towards new ways to connect with customers and generate new business.
In this powerful conversation, we dive into what leaders must do to stay grounded, human, and future-ready while AI accelerates transformation and compresses decades of change into months. You will learn how to navigate uncertainty with clarity, overcome change fatigue, and build a mindset that sustains performance, impact, and growth in the AI-driven era.
This episode is essential listening for leaders, executives, and business owners who want to stay relevant, resilient, and ahead of the curve.
Key Topics Discussed
The real cost of change fatigue for organizations and individuals in the AI era
Why leaders still cling to the illusion of stability and what blind spot they miss
How the ReadyAlready® Growth Cycle moves leaders out of survival mode and into forward momentum
The hardest leadership lesson from Allister’s time at Microsoft during digital disruption
Where leaders are failing most in the AI acceleration and the hidden risks no one talks about
The most powerful immediate move to regain balance and impact
How leaders can protect the human essence while meeting the technical demands of AI
The belief about success leaders must unlearn to stay relevant
A clear, actionable piece of advice to cultivate a truly future-ready mindset
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep85 The War of Ecosystems: Redefining Power, Partnership, and Purpose in the AI Era
15 Nov 2025
01:11:25
My amazing guest today is Alejandro Canonero from Dubai, UAE. Today we are diving into the War of the Ecosystems to Redefine Power, Partnership, and Purpose in the AI Era.
Alejandro is a Go-To-Market Architect & Executive, Ex-Google, Amazon AWS, Hewlett Packard, Criteo, Teradata, DELL-EMC. Researcher & Reporter about Technology. - Best-Selling Author. - Consulting Advisor to Founders & Boards.
Alejandro holds a Doctorate in Business Administration with a research thesis on Artificial Intelligence, SaaS, and Cloud Ecosystems, an MBA from London, and a postgraduate certificate in Platform Technology Leadership led by MIT.
Beyond his executive and academic career, Alejandro is a five-time full Ironman triathlon finisher, a dedicated shark diver who has completed dives across the seven oceans, and a Scout leader with over 20 years of experience serving in several countries, a commitment that continues today in Dubai. Through Scouting and community initiatives, he dedicates time to helping the next generations prepare for life, fostering leadership, teamwork, and resilience in young people.
Alejandro have also served as a Civil Defense volunteer in Spain.
I’m honored to have Alejandro as a part of the Diamond Executive Group of the AI Game Changers Club - an elite tribe of visionary leaders redefining the rules and shaping the future of human–AI synergy.
Key topics discussed:
From markets to ecosystem warfare
Power shifting to intelligent, fluid ecosystems
Today’s real battlefields: data, algorithms, innovation, narrative
Leadership when intelligence becomes distributed
Ethical scaling and trust as competitive advantage
Human–AI co-creation beyond automation
Ecosystem Command Framework and Intelligence Warfare Map
Ecosystem leadership in Dubai, UAE, and Saudi Arabia
How AI agents and quantum systems reshape competition
Why some ecosystems collapse and others regenerate
Alejandro Canonero’s mission to shape future Ecosystem Commanders
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep84 Storytelling Lessons from the TEDx Stage: Connecting Technology with Meaning
08 Nov 2025
00:53:18
In today’s episode, we dive into storytelling lessons from the TEDx stage — exploring how to connect technology with meaning — with my amazing Australian guest living in Stockholm, Sweden - Malcolm Larri.
Malcolm is the founder of Brave Personal Development, a TEDx Host and Conference Host, a Course Director at Berghs School of Communication and IHM Business School, and a sought-after Leadership & Culture Transformation Consultant.
🔑 Key Discussion Points:
✔ Discover what makes a story truly unforgettable in 2025 and beyond
✔ Learn how to translate innovation into emotion and meaning that connect
✔ Uncover common storytelling mistakes even visionary leaders make
✔ Hear the TEDx moment that moved an entire audience and why it worked
✔ Explore how to turn facts and features into messages that move hearts
✔ See how storytelling helps AI and innovation leaders simplify complexity and inspire change
✔ Find the right balance between authenticity, vulnerability, and authority in leadership stories
✔ Get practical insights on how to land and deliver a TEDx talk that stands out
✔ Gain powerful advice on crafting stories that influence, inspire, and shape the AI-driven future.
💡 Whether you're a CEO, founder, people leader, or future-focused innovator, this episode will challenge you to reframe success and rediscover your humanity as your greatest leadership edge.
🔗 Connect with Malcolm on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/malcolmlarri/
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep83 Intellectual Property, Ethics, and the Battle for AI-Generated Invention: Who Owns the Future?
01 Nov 2025
00:49:26
As AI begins to invent, create, and design beyond human limits, a new frontier of ownership is emerging - one that could redefine the foundations of innovation, creativity, and value itself.
In this powerful episode of Digital Transformation & AI for Humans, host Emi Olausson Fourounjieva sits down with Eric Morehouse from Washington, USA.
Eric is a Co-Founder of AiPi - a powerful solution where he has pioneered the development and implementation of innovation management services to help technology companies create, scale, and monetize intellectual property and other assets.
Eric is also a Founder and Partner of Whitestone Law, where his practice covers various aspects of corporate, commercial, and intellectual property law.
He frequently speaks in the US and internationally on a variety of issues, including all levels of patent prosecution and enforcement, as well as advising clients on raising funds, obtaining initial revenue, and scaling revenue.
Eric is a part of the Executive Diamond Group of the AI Game Changers Club - an elite tribe of visionary leaders redefining the rules and shaping the future of human–AI synergy.
💡 In this episode, you’ll discover:
The biggest legal and ethical dilemmas around AI-generated inventions
Why patents are not just protection tools but strategic growth drivers
How global jurisdictions differ in their approach
What happens when AI outpaces humans - and who gets credit
The future of innovation governance and what it means for business leaders
What we must unlearn about ownership to thrive in the AI era
One piece of advice to business leaders on how to prepare for the coming battles over AI ownership, IP and innovation.
Whether you’re a founder, investor, innovator, or policymaker, this conversation will reshape how you think about IP, ethics, and the future of human-AI co-creation.
Tune in to uncover how the next decade of invention will be written — and who gets to sign it.
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep82 Future of Work Behind the Narrative: The Real Story of the Job Market Revolution in the AI Era
24 Oct 2025
00:48:08
My amazing guest is Jim Boyd from Sydney, Australia - a global thought leader transforming how organizations attract, engage, and retain AI and data talent in the age of automation. Let’s dive into the Future of Work Behind the Narrative the unveil The Real Story of the Job Market Revolution in the AI Era.
Jim is the Founder & Principal Data & AI Talent Matchmaker at Cirrus Group Consulting, a company in Orange County, California, recognized on the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Companies List 2025.
Cirrus Group Consulting specializes in AI/ML, Data, Cloud & Cybersecurity talent for the industries where precision and compliance matter most: Healthcare, Financial Services, and Consulting.
With deep expertise and over 25 years of experience across Cloud, Cyber, and Digital Transformation, Jim helps leading enterprises connect human potential with the technological capabilities driving the future of work.
Jim cares about the balance between automation and human creativity, and I’m excited to hear what companies, leaders, and professionals need to know to thrive in the most dynamic job market in history.
🔑 Key topics discussed
The myth vs. reality behind “AI creates more jobs than it replaces”
Hidden automation and the quiet disappearance of mid-level roles
AI-driven recruitment and the evolution of talent acquisition
Preserving fairness, empathy, and human judgment in hiring
Redefining adaptability and resilience without burnout
The new definition of “top talent” for the AI age
Radical shifts in leadership, team structures, and human value by 2030
One truth we must all unlearn to stay relevant
One piece of advice for leaders and individuals adapting to the AI-dominated era
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep81 AI Evolution: Theory & Practice Behind Sustainable and Responsible Implementation
18 Oct 2025
00:44:59
In this episode, we are diving into the evolution of AI with my brilliant guest from Dubai, UAE - Prakash Senghani. Together, we’ll explore the journey from LLMs to Agentic Solutions to the Model Context Protocol, and take a closer look at the theory and practice behind sustainable and responsible implementation.
Prakash is a digital construction thought leader, startup founder, early-stage investor, board advisor, Co-Founder & CEO at Navatech (Abu Dhabi, UAE) and General Partner of Empede Capital.
I’m honored to have Prakash as a part of the Diamond Executive Circle of the AI Game Changers Club - an elite tribe of visionary leaders redefining the rules and shaping the future of human–AI synergy.
🔑 Key topics covered:
From Tools to Agents: The turning point in AI evolution and leadership mindset for 2025–2030
Agentic AI Myths: How to integrate next-gen AI responsibly without losing control or clarity
Rise of MCP: How MCP redefine building, scaling, and teamwork
Implementation Traps: Common mistakes when moving from automation to autonomous AI agents
Learning from Failure: Real cases where agentic AI fell short and lessons for human-compatible design
Ethical Scaling: What leadership and governance are needed to responsibly expand MCP in fast markets
AI Operating Philosophy: Core principles for sustainable, values-driven adoption beyond policy
Future-Proof AI Strategy: Practical advice for meaningful, scalable, responsible implementation
Unlearning for the AI Era: Shifting outdated mindsets to thrive with intelligent, adaptive systems
🎧 Tune in now to discover how to lead, build, and innovate with greater alignment, humanity, and intent.
📩 Ready to grow as a leader or explore AI-human collaboration? Join us at AI Game Changers Club – the global movement for visionary executives, entrepreneurs, and investors.
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep80 From Hollywood Blockbusters to Boardrooms: Secrets of High-Impact Remote Performance and Flow States
11 Oct 2025
00:54:46
My amazing guest is Steven Puri from Austin, Texas. Stay with us as we reveal the Secrets of High-Impact Remote Performance and Flow States – from Hollywood Blockbusters to Boardrooms.
Steven has an extraordinary background in Hollywood, having worked as an executive and producer on some of the biggest blockbusters of our time – including Die Hard 5, The Wolverine, Transformers, and Star Trek.
Steven has collaborated with major studios such as DreamWorks, 20th Century Fox, and Sony, and raised more than $21M in venture funding across three tech start-ups. After decades of turning big visions into reality on screen and in business, Steven shifted his focus to solving one of today’s most pressing challenges: how we work.
As the Founder & CEO of The Sukha Company, he now helps remote workers overcome procrastination and distraction, bringing more focus, energy, and well-being into the flow of daily work. From Hollywood blockbusters to the future of remote productivity, Steven’s journey blends storytelling, leadership, and innovation in a truly unique way.
Steven is a Diamond Executive Member of the AI Game Changers Club - an elite tribe of visionary leaders redefining the rules and shaping the future of Human–AI synergy.
🔑 Key Topics Discussed:
✔ Secrets from blockbuster filmmaking that translate directly into leading high-performing executive teams and making critical decisions at the executive level in today’s AI-powered world
✔ How to recognize and sustain flow states - the “holy grail” of performance - and how leaders can create those conditions, especially in remote and hybrid environments
✔ How leaders can amplify decision-making when in flow to drive greater clarity, speed, and impact
✔ What leaders must unlearn to build the best possible workplace aligned with current AI disruption trends
✔ One powerful piece of advice - the lasting secret to elevating leadership capabilities in the AI era
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep79 From Tony Robbins Stages to Founding Innovative AI Solutions: Redefining Leadership & Unlocking the Next Frontier of Business Impact
04 Oct 2025
00:51:33
The journey from Tony Robbins’ stages to founding innovative AI solutions - and how redefining leadership can unlock the next frontier of business impact.
My guest, David Asarnow from Georgia, USA, was one of Tony Robbins and Chet Holmes Top Business Speakers, inspired thousands of leaders worldwide, and built multiple successful companies. As CEO and Founder of Business Nitrogen, he focuses on conversational AI innovation and AI-powered marketing solutions – helping clients scale impact and revenue with precision. David is scaling 8-figure businesses while standing at the very frontier of innovation.
David is also a transformational business leader, speaker, and mentor with decades of entrepreneurial success. He has served as a Breakthrough Trainer and Master Coach for Tony Robbins and Chet Holmes, empowering leaders to achieve extraordinary results. Recognized as an award-winning CEO and founder, he has scaled companies into multi-million-dollar success stories and continues to guide leaders to unlock new levels of performance.
🔑 Key Topics Discussed:
How speaking on Tony Robbins’ stages shaped David's understanding of human potential and leadership
The qualities leaders must develop to move beyond AI adoption and redefine business in the AI era
Combining human transformation with the technical power of AI to build thriving company cultures
Real stories where AI innovation created entirely new arenas of growth and impact
The most dangerous myths and misconceptions about AI in business today
Overlooked high-impact AI opportunities that will redefine industries in the next 2–3 years
What business owners, executives, and board members must unlearn to thrive in AI-powered transformation
A powerful piece of advice for today’s AI builders to succeed in the new business landscape
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep78 How to Consistently Attract High-Quality B2B Leads with AI: Innovation in Action
25 Sep 2025
00:49:08
In this power-packed episode, we explore How to Consistently Attract High-Quality B2B Leads with AI, together with my fantastic guest from Toronto, Canada - Rob Provenzano.
Rob is International Best Selling Author/Speaker/Mentor/Fractional CMO, who knows how to drive over 300% YoY Growth by using AI-powered Systems, scaling High-Ticket Companies from 7 to 8 and 9 Figures.
Selected Industries/Companies Rob worked with 👇
🧾 ACCOUNTING: Deloite, E&Y, KPMG, PWC 💰 BANKING: BMO, RBC, TD ⚕️ HEALTHCARE 🏛️ INSURANCE: AIG, Cigna, Clarica, Manulife, Sunlife 🖨️ PRINTING/PUBLISHING: Quebecor, MacLean Hunter, Transcontinental 🛍️ RETAIL: D'allards, Harry Rozen, Marks and Spencer, Roots 🗣️ SPEAKERS: Robert Allen, Joel Bauer, Les Brown, Wayne Dyer, Tony Robbins, Brian Tracy 💻 TECHNOLOGY: AT&T, AVAYA, CISCO, IBM, NCR
🔑 Key Topics We Cover:
AI’s impact on B2B lead generation and the new opportunities it creates for businesses
Most effective AI techniques and tools for attracting high-quality B2B leads in practice
Real-world case studies where AI boosted both lead quality and volume
Key challenges in AI integration and how to successfully overcome them
Role of data quality and segmentation in driving AI-powered lead generation
AI in lead nurturing and conversion across the buyer journey
Emerging AI trends set to reshape the future of B2B marketing and sales
Strategic advice for business leaders on consistently attracting top B2B leads with AI
🎧 Don’t miss this powerful conversation with Rob Provenzano - unlock the secrets to AI-driven success!
🔗 Listen now and take your business to the next level!
📈 Connect with Rob Provenzano on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rprovenzano/
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep98 Fundraising-as-a-Service - FaaS: How AI is Productizing Venture Capital and Scaling Growth
16 May 2026
00:45:09
My amazing guest today is Jeffrey Fidelman from New York, United States.
Jeffrey brings deep expertise in investment banking and startup growth, and we’re diving into:
Fundraising-as-a-Service (FaaS): How AI is Productizing Venture Capital and Scaling Growth
Jeffrey is a part of the Board of Directors of Harvard Alumni Entrepreneurs (HAE), a global community of alumni founders, investors, and executives.
Jeffrey is also part of the Diamond Executive Advisory Council of AI Game Changers Club - an elite tribe of visionary leaders redefining the rules and shaping the future of human-AI synergy.
Jeffrey is the Founder and Managing Partner of Fidelman & Company, a leading advisory firm launched in 2015 to address the critical fundraising and growth strategy needs of early- to mid-stage companies.
Jeffrey’s career began in residential real estate, which led him to the role of Portfolio Manager at Morgan Stanley, followed by Vice President at HSBC, where he drove revenue strategy for Manhattan.
As a seasoned entrepreneur, investor, and advisor with deep expertise in finance and fundraising strategy, Jeffrey has built and supported ventures across multiple industries globally.
🔑 Key topics discussed:
What Fundraising-as-a-Service (FaaS) is and how it is reshaping venture capital
How AI is transforming deal sourcing, investor matching, and due diligence
Which traditional venture capital inefficiencies are likely to disappear first
How productized fundraising shifts negotiating power between founders and investors
Why AI and automation are dramatically reducing the cost of raising capital
The leadership and mindset shifts founders and investors need to thrive
Whether FaaS will democratize access to capital globally or reinforce existing inequalities
What will distinguish the winning investors in an AI-driven funding landscape
What leaders, investors, and business owners must unlearn to succeed
Jeffrey’s top advice for navigating growth and fundraising in the AI era
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep77 Harvard Insights: The Future-Ready Investment Playbook for Startups & Investors in the AI Era
21 Sep 2025
01:00:24
My amazing guest today is Jeffrey Fidelman from New York, United States. Jeffrey brings deep expertise in investment banking and startup growth, and we’re diving into a powerful topic: Harvard Insights on Successful Investment Banking for Startups in the Age of AI. Together, we’ll explore this future-ready playbook for impact and uncover what truly drives success in today’s AI-driven landscape.
Recently Jeffrey was elected to the Board of Directors of Harvard Alumni Entrepreneurs (HAE), a global community of alumni founders, investors, and executives.
Jeffrey is also a part of the Diamond Executive Group of the AI Game Changers Club - an elite tribe of visionary leaders redefining the rules and shaping the future of human–AI synergy.
Jeffrey is the Founder and Managing Partner of Fidelman & Company, a leading advisory firm launched in 2015 to address the critical fundraising and growth strategy needs of early- to mid-stage companies.
Jeffrey’s career began in residential real estate, which led him to the Portfolio Manager role at Morgan Stanley, followed up by the role of Vice President at HSBC, driving revenue strategy across banking, lending, insurance, and retail for Manhattan.
As a seasoned entrepreneur, investor, and advisor with deep expertise in finance and fundraising strategy, Jeffrey has built and supported ventures across multiple industries, globally.
🔑 Key topics discussed:
✔ What Really Makes a Startup Fundable Beyond the Idea
✔ How AI is Transforming Fundraising and Investor Due Diligence
✔ The Top Investor Priorities Before Writing a Check
✔ The Biggest Fundraising Mistakes Founders Make (and How Investors Interpret Them)
✔ Protecting Founder Interests in Deal-Making
✔ What International Founders Must Know About US Investors
✔ Staying Agile in the Fast-Moving AI Era
✔ The Outdated Fundraising Beliefs Founders Must Unlearn
✔ The Most Powerful Fundraising Advice for Founders Today
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep76 Dreaming Big with AI: Driving Growth Through Innovation & Leadership
12 Sep 2025
00:57:34
In today’s episode of Digital Transformation & AI for Humans podcast, we are going to Dream Big with AI. I'm sitting down with my brilliant guest Dr. Alex Heublein from Atlanta, USA, to discuss how to Drive Growth Through Innovation & Leadership.
Alex is the Chief Innovation Officer at Netsurit, bringing extensive leadership experience from senior executive roles at Oracle, IBM, HP, Red Hat, and more. In addition to his corporate career, he serves as an Adjunct Professor of Business & IT at Clayton State University. As a human-centric visionary, Alex is deeply engaged in advancing how Artificial Intelligence can drive meaningful and sustainable business growth.
Netsurit has earned international recognition for its ability to stabilize, innovate, and optimize complex IT environments. With a strong belief that shared purpose and core values form the foundation of great partnerships, Netsurit is committed to Supporting the Dreams of the Doers — both within the organization and across its global client base.
🔑 Key topics we discuss:
What “Dreaming Big with AI” really means at the leadership level - moving from vision to execution
The intersection of AI, innovation, and leadership in creating transformative business opportunities
Real-world case studies where bold AI initiatives drove growth, beyond just efficiency gains
The critical mindset shifts leaders need to embrace AI as a growth catalyst, not just a tool
Essential leadership and personal qualities for steering innovation responsibly in an AI-first world
Upcoming AI trends, paradigm shifts, and market signals that will shape sustainable business growth
How to design human-centric AI strategies aligned with long-term value creation and trust
Practical advice for ambitious leaders and innovators on turning AI-powered visions into sustainable reality
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep75 The CEO Playbook for Scaling Business in the AI Era: Redefining Leadership & Innovation with AI at the Core
06 Sep 2025
00:42:34
My today’s guest is Steven Hyde from London, UK. In this episode of the "Digital Transformation & AI for Humans" we are diving into Redefining Leadership & Innovation with AI at the Core - to create The CEO Playbook for Scaling Business in the AI Era.
Steven Hyde is the CEO and Co-founder of Push Group, a leading AI-powered marketing company helping businesses shining through performance marketing, data, and innovation. A recognized thought leader in leveraging AI to drive measurable growth, Steven draws on leadership experience from global brands such as Walt Disney and Pepsi.
With offices in UK, USA, UAE, Denmark, and Greece, Push Group empowers businesses through dynamic campaign delivery, on-demand team training, and expert consulting.
The company has been recognized on the global stage - by winning Gold for Best Use of AI in Marketing and Performance at the AI & Data Awards 2025 and being shortlisted in six categories at the Global Search Awards 2025, including Best Integrated Campaign, Most Innovative Campaign (SEO), and Best Use of AI in Search and .
🔑 Key topics:
Why the right moment for change is here and now - and why the CEO mindset must evolve in the AI era
The biggest shifts in the playbook for scaling businesses compared to the pre-AI era
How AI is unlocking exponential growth opportunities beyond efficiency gains and cost savings
What ethical considerations should CEOs and board leaders prioritize in their AI strategies
How AI transforms the way leaders should approach innovation, company culture, and customer experience
What role human-centric leadership plays in balancing automation, creativity, and trust
Leadership lessons from Disney, Pepsi, and global consulting to guide scaling business in the age of AI
Required organizational shifts - structures, processes, decision-making to embed AI into company DNA
What CEOs and business leaders should unlearn to ensure sustainable growth in the coming years of AI transformation
🔗 Connect with Steven Hyde on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hydesteven/
🔗 Learn more about Push Group: www.pushgroup.co.uk
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep74 Amazon’s Blueprint for Success: Elevating Company Culture in the AI Era
29 Aug 2025
01:05:25
In this episode of Digital Transformation & AI for Humans, I’m joined by my guest from Luxembourg – Attila Lengyel.
Attila is a former Amazon Web Services senior leader, Amazon Bar Raiser, Chief Innovation Officer at EduGamiTec, keynote speaker, strategy facilitator, innovation coach, and company culture expert.
By leveraging Amazon’s proven mechanisms for innovation and customer obsession, Attila has helped companies like Securitas and HEINEKEN create digital products and services rooted in real customer needs. As an Amazon Bar Raiser, he has conducted over 500 interviews, supported over 100 hires, and mentored future leaders. His career also spans more than a decade at Microsoft and Exact Software, where he translated business objectives into transformative technology solutions.
🚀 Key themes we explore in this episode:
How AI amplifies Amazon’s culture of customer obsession and operational excellence
Leadership strategies for scaling AI with agility, accountability, and ethics
Why AI should enhance human creativity and decision-making – not replace it
The mechanisms Amazon used to integrate AI without disrupting its core values
How companies can future-proof teams through reskilling and continuous learning
AI-driven personalization: examples of hyper-personalization that build customer loyalty
Preparing for the AI singularity – what leaders must do now to stay relevant
Attila’s most important advice for leaders building AI-powered yet human-centered organizations
✨ Whether you’re a business leader, innovator, or culture builder, this episode reveals Amazon’s blueprint for sustaining growth, innovation, and culture in the AI era – and how you can apply these lessons to your own organization.
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep73 Immersive Tech & AI: Business Transformation in the Era of AR, VR & XR
21 Aug 2025
00:41:28
In today’s episode, we’re diving into the Immersive Tech & AI. We’ll take a closer look at The Future of Business in the Era of AR, VR & XR, together with Albert Bengtson from Stockholm, Sweden - ex-senior leader at Apple, book author, and co-author of the 4C model.
As an entrepreneur, Albert founded several companies, one of which won Elon Musk’s annual Developer Challenge while still at PayPal. For more than a decade, he worked as an enterprise evangelist at a large multinational corporation, coaching and connecting intrapreneurial talent to drive purpose and impact in retail, banking, and logistics.
This conversation explores how Artificial Intelligence is reshaping immersive technologies like Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and Extended Reality (XR) - and what this means for business leaders who want to stay competitive in a fast-changing landscape.
🔑 Key Discussion Points
How AI is making AR, VR, and XR experiences more intelligent, adaptive, and human-like
Where real business value is being created with immersive technologies today vs. the hype around the metaverse
Industries being disrupted by immersive tech (retail, healthcare, education) - and the next big frontiers
The role of AI-powered digital humans and virtual assistants in customer service, training, and collaboration
How AI-generated 3D environments and real-time video content are transforming immersive applications
Balancing innovation with security, privacy, and ethical considerations.
The three most crucial steps leaders must take today to prepare for the future of AI and immersive tech
If you’re a business leader, innovator, or entrepreneur looking to understand how AI + AR/VR/XR will drive growth and transformation in the coming years, this episode is packed with future-ready insights you can’t miss.
🔗 Connect with Albert on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/albertbengtson/ 📕 Book "Principles of Intrapreneurial Capital": https://www.adlibris.com/se/e-bok/principles-of-intrapreneurial-capital-9789198838114
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep72 AI & the Future of Tech: Visionary Lessons in Invention, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship
14 Aug 2025
00:45:45
In this powerful episode of Digital Transformation & AI for Humans, we dive into the Visionary Lessons in Invention, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship with Sze Wong, a seasoned tech entrepreneur, inventor, and venture investor from Virginia, USA.
Prior to founding Zerion Software, he designed major mobile systems for industry leaders like Sun Microsystems, Nextel Communications, and Shell Oil. With 7 US patents in data and data security, Sze’s contributions have had a lasting impact on the tech industry.
Today, as a venture investor at Zenith Venture Studio, Sze leverages his extensive entrepreneurial experience to support and invest in emerging startups that are poised to transform their industries.
His unique blend of hands-on experience and innovative thinking enables him to mentor founders and drive the next generation of disruptive digital solutions.
Sze shares his hard-won wisdom on building a future-proof business, redefining success, and balancing growth with meaning in the age of AI and digital transformation.
🔑 In this episode we explore:
✔ What it really takes to invent future-defining solutions in the age of AI ✔ How to distinguish AI hype from long-term opportunity ✔ Why visionary leadership will determine which entrepreneurs thrive in the next decade ✔ The biggest emerging AI trends that will reshape business in the next 2–5 years ✔ How to build technology responsibly — and protect future generations ✔ One key piece of advice for every innovator and founder building in the AI era
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep71 Powerful Pitching in the AI Era: Sell Your Professional Value with Clarity and Confidence
08 Aug 2025
00:54:36
In this episode of Digital Transformation & AI for Humans, we explore the importance of Powerful Pitching in the AI Era.
Join me, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva, in a powerful conversation with Malcolm Larri – an Australian thought leader living in Stockholm. Malcolm is the founder of Brave Personal Development, a TEDx Host and Conference Host, a Course Director at Berghs School of Communication and IHM Business School, and a sought-after Leadership & Culture Transformation Consultant.
Today Malcolm is going to share how to Sell Your Professional Value with Clarity and Confidence.
🔑 Key Discussion Points:
✔ What separates an average pitch from one that wins the room, the deal, or the opportunity
✔ The most common blind spots when pitching value
✔ What AI can’t it do when it comes to pitching
✔ Non-negotiable human elements for real impact and resonance
✔ How to evolve the pitch without losing the depth of the story
✔ Smart positioning without diluting clarity or confusing the audience
✔ The key to delivering a pitch that lands - fast, clear, and powerful
✔ A real-life transformation story when a leader rewired their pitch, shifted their presence, and unlocked a new level of success, visibility, or opportunity
✔ The most powerful advice to founders, business owners, or execs ready to own their voice, refine their message, and pitch themselves with bold clarity in this new era of AI
🔗 Connect with Malcolm on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/malcolmlarri/
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep70 “AI Won’t Take Your Job”: What They are Not Telling You & Why It’s Urgent to Wake Up Now
31 Jul 2025
01:38:15
My fantastic guest today, Stephen Klein from San Jose, at the heart of Silicon Valley, is here to tackle the infamous million-dollar question: Will AI take your job? In just a few moments, we’ll uncover what they're not telling you – and why it's urgent to wake up now.
Stephen is a Founder & CEO of Curiouser.AI , University of California, Berkeley Instructor, Harvard MBA, LinkedIn Top 1% Voice in AI and Advisor on Hubble Platform.
I’m honored to have Stephen as a part of the Executive Group of the AI Game Changers Club — an elite tribe of visionary leaders redefining the rules and shaping the future of human–AI synergy.
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep69 Engineering Empathy, Mind-Merging Consciousness & Emotional Resonance Through Immersive VR and Biometric Data
23 Jul 2025
01:03:46
Sean is a British Futurist working in the field of experimental performance, XR and neuroscience. His work has been exhibited globally. Since 2012, Sean has been leading a team of future-thinking artists, designers, and scientists to explore the full potential of the Waldorf Project experiment and its evolution into the digital space. Now, as the co-founder of Awen, Sean is focusing on creating radical mind-altering XR worlds to reimagine how humans can engage with technology - to positively transform human emotions and improve mental health.
In this mind-expanding episode of Digital Transformation & AI for Humans, Emi sits down with Sean Rogg to explore Virtual Serenity – a groundbreaking immersive experience that combines virtual reality, biometric data, and emotional design to engineer empathy, elevate consciousness, and activate deep emotional resonance.
We dive into:
What “Virtual Serenity” is and how it was created
How immersive tech can foster empathy, connection, and healing in a disconnected world
The integration of biometric data, multisensory stimulation, and emotional architecture
The unexpected emotional journeys of participants
How emotional states and consciousness may be intentionally shaped through tech
How AI can amplify creativity, art, and innovation rather than replace it
The future of VR & AI in leadership development, mental health, and human evolution
Sean’s insights challenge the limits of what we think is possible with technology – not just to simulate reality, but to shape our inner world. Tune in for a visionary conversation that merges science, art, and soul.
🎧 Subscribe and share if you believe in building a more human future – enhanced by technology, not reduced by it.
Connect with Sean Rogg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-rogg-40300530/
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep68 Synthetic Lies of Deepfakes: Rethinking Trust, Identity, and Defense in the Age of AI-Generated Deception
17 Jul 2025
00:46:22
Aaron Painter from Seattle, United States, joins me to explore the synthetic lies of deepfakes - and why protecting our identity is the next great battle of the AI era. We are going to dive into Rethinking Trust, Identity, and Defense in the Age of AI-Generated Deception.
Aaron is the CEO of Nametag Inc., the world's first identity verification platform designed to safeguard accounts against impersonators and AI-generated deepfakes.
Aaron is a global leader, having lived and worked in six countries across four continents. He has authored a best-selling book titled LOYAL. He is also a speaker, advisor, and investor to companies that are pursuing business transformation.
Prior to his tenure at Nametag, Aaron served as CEO of London-based Cloudreach, a Blackstone portfolio company and the world's leading independent multi-cloud solutions provider. He also spent nearly 14 years at Microsoft, where he held various leadership roles, including Vice President and General Manager of Business Solutions in Beijing, China, General Manager of Corporate Accounts and Partner groups in Hong Kong, Chief of Staff to the President of Microsoft International based in Paris, France, and General Manager of the Windows Business Group in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
Aaron is a Fellow at the Royal Society of Arts, Founder Fellow at OnDeck, a member of Forbes Business Council, and a senior External Advisor to Bain & Company.
Key Topics:
– What inspired Nametag as a new paradigm for digital trust
– Identity in a world where sight, sound, and text can be synthetically forged
– Where innovation ends and erosion of truth begins
– Psychological, emotional, and societal risks of synthetic media at scale
– Rethinking cybersecurity, education, and policy to counter synthetic manipulation
– Who benefits and who is most vulnerable in the AI-generated future
– What we’re most unprepared for in the next 3–5 years regarding identity and authenticity
– Building trusted systems when perception becomes weaponized
– What beliefs and assumptions we must let go of to adapt to the synthetic age
🔗 Connect with Aaron on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronpainter/
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S2:Ep6 | SOULINT | Reclaiming Critical Thinking and Meaning at the Threshold | AI Leadership, Decision-Making & Human–AI Synergy
16 Apr 2026
00:15:58
In this episode, we explore AI leadership, critical thinking, and decision-making in the age of artificial intelligence.
Reclaiming critical thinking in the age of AI. How leaders navigate meaning, decision-making, and complexity as intelligence expands beyond human understanding.
We are entering a new threshold in leadership, where intelligence is expanding faster than human understanding, and where clarity is increasingly mistaken for truth.
Emi explores a critical shift in the age of artificial intelligence:
We are not just outsourcing tasks. We are outsourcing thinking.
And the most dangerous part is that it does not feel like loss. It feels like progress.
As AI systems generate structured, confident outputs at scale, leaders face a new challenge: the gap between how fast decisions are made and how deeply they are understood.
This episode explores what happens when intelligence accelerates, but meaning does not.
Key points include:
The Illusion of Clarity - when structured outputs replace real understanding
Speed vs Depth - when acceleration outpaces reflection
Intelligence vs Meaning - why answers are not the same as understanding
One-Way Door Decisions - irreversible choices under growing complexity
SOULINT - integration of Soul and Multiple Intelligences
Threshold Leadership - leading where certainty no longer exists
This is a conversation not about technology.
It is a conversation about meaning, responsibility, and what it takes to lead when intelligence is no longer scarce, but understanding is.
If you are navigating AI and making high-stakes decisions, this episode will challenge how you think about leadership, clarity, and progress.
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep67 Building with Intent: Innovation, Human-Centricity & Risk Mitigation in the AI-Driven Construction World
11 Jul 2025
00:53:21
In this episode, we’re joined by Prakash Senghani, a digital construction innovator and CEO of Navatech, to explore the future of AI-powered construction in one of the most ambitious regions in the world – Dubai and the UAE.
From intentional innovation and human-centric leadership to risk mitigation in high-stakes projects, we dive deep into:
🔹 What it means to build with intent in an age of speed, automation, and smart systems 🔹 Overlooked risks in AI-enhanced construction and how to navigate them 🔹 Why human well-being and emotional intelligence still matter in large-scale urban projects 🔹 The disconnect between AI potential and real-world adoption — and how to bridge it 🔹 Real stories, future visions, and wise advice for construction leaders and tech investors
Prakash is not only a board advisor and investor, but also part of the Executive Group of the AI Game Changers Club – an elite global circle of pioneers reshaping the way we live, build, and lead in the AI era.
🎧 Tune in now to discover how to lead, build, and innovate with greater alignment, humanity, and intent.
📩 Ready to grow as a leader or explore AI-human collaboration? Join us at AI Game Changers Club – the global movement for visionary executives, entrepreneurs, and investors.
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep66 Wealth Management 2.0: The AI-Powered Investment Revolution No One is Talking About
04 Jul 2025
00:53:02
Let’s dive into the next generation of Wealth Management and discuss The AI-Powered Investment Revolution No One is Talking About, together with Stijn Ceelen (Belgium), a Seasoned & result-driven C-level leader in Banking & WealthTech, Managing Director, CEO of Alkiemist Advisors, Advisory Board Member (Banque Thaler (Genève, Zwitserland)), COHERRA (Copenhagen, Denmark and others), Chief Investment Officer of a single family office.
Key Topics Covered:
✔ AI in Wealth Management: Key trends, disruptions, and what the future holds for asset managers, banks, and investors
✔ How AI is Redefining Financial Strategy: From high-net-worth exclusivity to the democratization of smart investing
✔ Bridging Traditional Finance and Digital Assets: AI’s role in connecting stocks, bonds, cryptocurrencies, and tokenized assets
✔ Top Investor Pain Points: What challenges investors face today - and how AI is solving them
✔ AI-Powered Risk Management and Decision Support: Handling market volatility in both traditional and crypto sectors
✔ Next-Gen AI Wealth Solutions: An exclusive look into a tested AI-driven wealth management system and what makes it innovative
✔ The Human and AI Advisor Model: Will financial advisors stay relevant in the era of predictive and personalized AI?
✔ Emerging Trends (2025–2030): Wealth preservation, tax optimization, asset allocation, and how AI reshapes each layer
✔ Actionable Advice for Financial Professionals: What investors and advisors need to unlearn, embrace, and build for the AI-powered future
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep65 Envisioning the Future of Humans in the AI Era: will Humans become the New Neanderthals?
28 Jun 2025
00:59:35
In today’s episode, we are going to envision the Future of Humans in the AI Era. Are we evolving, or being left behind? Will Humans Become the New Neanderthals? Let’s find out with my brilliant guest Dr. Alex Heublein from Atlanta, USA.
Alex is the Chief Innovation Officer at Netsurit, bringing extensive leadership experience from senior executive roles at Oracle, IBM, HP, Red Hat, and more. In addition to his corporate career, he serves as an Adjunct Professor of Business & IT at Clayton State University. As a human-centric visionary, Alex is deeply engaged in advancing how Artificial Intelligence can drive meaningful and sustainable business growth.
Netsurit has earned international recognition for its ability to stabilize, innovate, and optimize complex IT environments. With a strong belief that shared purpose and core values form the foundation of great partnerships, Netsurit is committed to Supporting the Dreams of the Doers — both within the organization and across its global client base.
🔑 Key topics we discuss:
AI is accelerating, but are humans evolving fast enough to keep up?
We are either empowering humans with AI or quietly replacing them - which future are you building?
Leading companies are redefining what only humans can do
Without reinvention, we risk becoming the Neanderthals of the digital age
The teams that will thrive aren’t the most technical - but the most adaptable and aligned
In a world run by algorithms, human intuition, empathy, and creativity are your greatest edge
Ethics and emotional intelligence aren’t soft skills - they are survival codes in the AI era
The future belongs to leaders bold enough to center humanity in the heart of innovation
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep64 Elite Entrepreneurship & AI: Scaling to 8 Figures Without Funding or a Sales Team
19 Jun 2025
00:38:54
Forest Bronzan from the United States is here to share a powerful story of elite entrepreneurship in the AI era.
Forest reveals how he founded and scaled Email Aptitude—named the #1 fastest-growing CRM/Loyalty agency in the U.S. by Inc. 5000 and #2 Best Place to Work in California by Ad Age. He grew it from zero to 100 employees and 8-figure revenue, fast, without funding or a sales team.
After a strategic merger, he stepped into an even bigger game, helping grow the combined company to over 1,000 full-time employees—and exited once again.
Forest is now the Co-Founder & CEO of Jetset, and a board member at Digital Detox®, after over 15 years in e-commerce, building award-winning agencies and driving revenue growth for brands like Bombas, MVMT, Walmart, and more.
🔥 Key Topics Covered:
Scaling without a sales team: what most founders miss
System design & clarity vs. hustle culture
Scaling from 300 to 1,000+ employees in 18 months
How AI would change everything if he built again today
Founders’ blind spots & high-leverage shortcuts in the AI era
Real moments of truth in hypergrowth
Advice for high-performing founders & agency leaders
This is a must-listen for entrepreneurs, AI-curious leaders, and agency builders looking to create extraordinary results with a lean, bold, and intelligent approach to scale.
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep63 Human Autonomy & AI: Designing a Future where Tech empowers Individuals
13 Jun 2025
00:45:52
In this episode of Digital Transformation and AI for Humans, I invite you to explore Human Autonomy & AI: Designing a Future where Tech empowers Individuals, together with my fantastic guest from Stockholm, Sweden - Ingo Paas.
Ingo is CIO & CDO at Green Cargo I Global, EMEA & National CIO and Technology Award Winner I a Visionary and Book Author.
With Green Cargo being Sweden’s most experienced rail logistics provider, handling 20 million tons of goods annually with 98% electric train operations, ensuring minimal climate impact, Ingo brings a unique perspective on sustainable digital transformation.
🔑 Key Topics We Discuss 👇
Redefining human autonomy through AI and assistive technologies
Breakthroughs on the horizon in digital assistive tech
Balancing AI autonomy with human control and ethics
From fragmented solutions to scalable, humanistic systems
The future of digital twins and AI-human interfaces
Ensuring accessibility, adoption, and affordability
Managing risks and maintaining AI alignment with human values
Cross-industry applications of assistive innovation
Future-proof advice for building a human-centric future
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep62 Building a Cybersecurity-First Culture: Key Strategies for Sustainable Business Growth
05 Jun 2025
00:57:59
Let’s talk about building a cybersecurity-first culture and uncover the key strategies for sustainable business growth. We’ll take a closer look at how Artificial Intelligence and Zero Trust strategies are being used to battle intelligent cyber threats, together with my brilliant guest, Dr. Victor Monga from LA, California (USA).
Dr. Monga is a Cybersecurity Technologist & Architect, co-author of Simple Solutions, Complex Problems, founder of VTF University, and co-host/producer of the Zero Trust Journey Podcast.
With over 70 industry-recognized cybersecurity certifications, Victor is a highly sought-after speaker at global cybersecurity events, an adjunct professor, and an active board member of premier cybersecurity organizations.
🔑 In this episode, we reveal powerful insights on: ✔️ Why cybersecurity is no longer just a technical issue – it’s a cultural and strategic imperative for business growth in 2025 and beyond ✔️ What a cybersecurity-first culture really means – and how it drives sustainable digital transformation ✔️ How C-suite leaders and boards can champion cybersecurity as a core business value – practical steps to embed it into everyday operations ✔️ Why employees are both the first line of defense and the most vulnerable link – and how to build awareness, accountability, and engagement across teams ✔️ The role of emotional intelligence, mindset, and soft skills in strengthening cyber resilience – with real-world examples from forward-thinking companies ✔️ How to align cybersecurity and innovation – so that protection doesn’t come at the cost of agility ✔️ The biggest cyber threats and challenges on the horizon for 2025 ✔️ One game-changing piece of advice every business leader and cybersecurity professional should hear to embed a long-lasting, growth-driving cyber culture
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep61 Leading with Heart: Essential Human Skills to Balance the Power of AI Advancements
29 May 2025
00:57:59
In today’s episode of Digital Transformation & AI for Humans, we explore what it really means to lead with heart in a world transformed by Artificial Intelligence and Automation.
Join me, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva, in a powerful conversation with Malcolm Larri – an Australian thought leader living in Stockholm. Malcolm is the founder of Brave Personal Development, a TEDx Host and Conference Host, a Course Director at Berghs School of Communication and IHM Business School, and a sought-after Leadership & Culture Transformation Consultant.
🔑 Key Discussion Points:
Why empathy, emotional intelligence, and self-awareness are becoming non-negotiable skills in AI-powered organizations
The invisible shift from reactive management to visionary leadership
How leaders can stay human while embracing AI, avoiding disconnection in tech-driven environments
The true power of vulnerability and authenticity in modern leadership
How to balance high performance with human connection, even in fast-scaling companies
A real story of heart-centered leadership in action - and its ripple effect
One powerful advice to leaders who want to stay ahead - not just by adopting AI and adapting to AI, but by amplifying their humanity as their superpower
💡 Whether you're a CEO, founder, people leader, or future-focused innovator, this episode will challenge you to reframe success and rediscover your humanity as your greatest leadership edge.
🔗 Connect with Malcolm on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/malcolmlarri/
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.
S1|Ep60 A Multi-Million Dollar Journey of Entrepreneurship: Redefining Success & Strategy to Design a Life You Love
24 May 2025
00:46:41
In this powerful episode of Digital Transformation & AI for Humans, we explore a masterclass in modern entrepreneurship with Sze Wong, a seasoned tech entrepreneur, inventor, and venture investor from Virginia, USA.
Prior to founding Zerion Software, he designed major mobile systems for industry leaders like Sun Microsystems, Nextel Communications, and Shell Oil. With 7 US patents in data and data security, Sze’s contributions have had a lasting impact on the tech industry.
Today, as a venture investor at Zenith Venture Studio, Sze leverages his extensive entrepreneurial experience to support and invest in emerging startups that are poised to transform their industries.
His unique blend of hands-on experience and innovative thinking enables him to mentor founders and drive the next generation of disruptive digital solutions.
Sze shares his hard-won wisdom on building a future-proof business, redefining success, and balancing growth with happiness in the age of AI and digital transformation.
🚀 Key Topics Explored:
Sze’s early days in tech and the mindset behind his success
Lessons from building award-winning platforms and scaling with purpose
Top 3 strategic moves he’d make if launching a business in 2025
Turning setbacks into stepping stones for exponential growth
Redefining success for the next decade of entrepreneurs
How to protect your happiness while growing big
Skills, mindset shifts, and game-changing opportunities for 2025–2030
The one piece of advice every impact-driven entrepreneur needs to hear
Whether you're a founder, visionary, or future-focused leader, this episode will inspire you to reclaim your power, align your strategy, and build a life you deeply love.
🎧 Subscribe for more episodes that blend AI, entrepreneurship, emotional intelligence, and visionary leadership.
🔗 AI Game Changers Club – your exclusive community for thought leaders and innovators shaping the future with AI and human-centric leadership: http://aigamechangers.club
About the host, Emi Olausson Fourounjieva With over 20 years in IT, digital transformation, business growth & leadership, Emi specializes in turning challenges into opportunities for business expansion and personal well-being. Her contributions have shaped success stories across the corporations and individuals, from driving digital growth, managing resources and leading teams in big companies to empowering leaders to unlock their inner power and succeed in this era of transformation.