AI Accelerator Podcast

AI is changing how organizations operate, how teams work, and how leaders navigate uncertainty. But according to Andrew Metz, leaders don’t need to become AI experts before they start experimenting. They simply need to “jump in the pool.” In this episode of the AI Accelerator Podcast, host Matt Zembruski sits down with Andrew Metz, VP of Sales at Zywave, speaker, and leadership expert with more th...

AI is transforming every industry, but according to Alvin Pereira, the organizations that win won't be the ones with the most AI tools. They'll be the ones that combine innovation, empathy, and execution to solve real problems for real people. In this episode of the AI Accelerator Podcast, host Matt Zembruski sits down with Alvin Pereira, Senior Director and Head of Strategy & Operat...

AI is transforming every industry, but according to Shay Harel, the organizations that succeed won't be the ones with the most AI tools. They'll be the ones that can connect strategy, execution, and innovation. In this episode of the AI Accelerator Podcast, host Matt Zembruski sits down with Shay Harel, SVP of Engineering at Advisor360, to explore what it takes to lead enterprise organiz...

AI is transforming every industry, but according to Chris Seferlis, most organizations are approaching AI the wrong way. In this episode of the AI Accelerator Podcast, host Matt Zembruski sits down with Chris Seferlis, Strategic Advisor at Microsoft, Boston University Professor, author, keynote speaker, and enterprise AI strategist, to discuss what leaders need to understand about AI adoption, Mic...

AI is transforming the workplace faster than most organizations are prepared for but according to Amanda C. Chambers, the future belongs to leaders who empower people to learn, adapt, and grow alongside technology. In this episode of the AI Accelerator Podcast, host Matt Zembruski sits down with Amanda C. Chambers, CEO of The Institute for Organizational Leadership (IOL Global), to explore how AI...

AI is accelerating faster than most organizations can adapt—but technology alone is not enough. In this episode of the AI Accelerator Podcast, host Matt Zembruski sits down with Jenny Korten, Co Partner at Thinking 5.0 and creator of Mind Nudger AI, to explore one of the most important leadership questions of the AI era: How do we use AI to enhance human wisdom instead of replacing it? Drawing fro...

AI is transforming project management, corporate training, and creative strategy but for many leaders, it still feels overwhelming. In this episode of the AI Accelerator Podcast, host Matt Zembruski sits down with Tanya Boyd, Co Founder of Project Success Academy and Director of Creative Collaboration at Corbeau, to explore how AI, creativity, and continuous learning are reshaping the future of pr...

AI is everywhere but very few organizations are actually turning it into real business impact. In this episode of the AI Accelerator Podcast, host Matt Zembruski sits down with Benjamin Dowd, CEO of The Phoenix Firm, to explore what it really takes to move from AI hype to execution. With over 20 years of experience advising enterprise leaders across Canada, Central America, and South America, Ben...

Leadership is not a destination — it is a discipline that demands intention, trust, and a relentless commitment to growth. In this episode of the AI Accelerator Podcast, host Matt Zembrowski sits down with Ryan Batchelor, 28-year US Navy veteran pilot, commander, and founder of Crux Leaders, to explore what it truly means to lead under pressure, develop the next generation of leaders, and bring mi...

AI is moving faster than any technology before it but the real challenge is not the technology it is adoption. In this episode of the AI Accelerator Podcast, host Matt Zembrowski sits down with Tom Famularo, CEO and Founder of Cap20AI, to explore how AI is fundamentally changing how businesses operate, build software, and make decisions. With decades of experience building, scaling, and exiting te...

AI Governance, Intelligent Systems & The Future of Learning | Alapeti “AL” Ware | AI Accelerator Podcast AI is evolving fast but without control it creates inconsistency, risk, and missed opportunities. In this episode of the AI Accelerator Podcast, host Matt Zembrowski sits down with Alapeti “AL” Ware, Co-Founder of 8P3P, to explore how AI is shifting from tools to true intelligence infrastru...

AI is accelerating delivery — but speed alone is not the goal. In this episode of the AI Accelerator Podcast, host Matt Zembruski sits down with Dave Westgarth, Head of Delivery at Unifeye, to explore how AI is transforming agile teams, delivery metrics, and the future of digital work. With over a decade of experience across development, agile leadership, and enterprise delivery, Dave shares pract...

AI is not just transforming products. It is reshaping how software itself is built, delivered, and consumed. In this episode of the AI Accelerator Podcast, host Matt Zembruski sits down with Arman Eshraghi, serial entrepreneur and Founder and CEO of Qrvey. Having founded four B2B software companies, Arman brings decades of experience building data platforms across major technology shifts from Wind...

Operational excellence is not about tools. It is about people. In this episode of the AI Accelerator Podcast, host Matt Zembruski sits down with Matt Sims, global Lean Master Black Belt, transformation leader, and founder of Ever-So-Lean. With more than twenty five years leading operational excellence and cultural transformation across industries, Matt shares his journey from being labelled an und...

The AI era is reshaping content, translation, and global communication faster than most industries are prepared for. In this episode of the AI Accelerator Podcast, host Matt Zembruski sits down with Leonid Glazychev, scientist, entrepreneur, and CEO of Logrus IT. Leonid began his career in plasma physics and computer simulation, earning a Ph. D. in physics and mathematics before pivoting into one...

In a world where AI is accelerating everything, relationships remain the ultimate growth engine. In this episode of the AI Accelerator Podcast, host Matt Zembruski sits down with Jacqueline Strominger, Master Networker, Growth Strategist, and High Performance Leadership Coach. For more than two decades, Jacqueline has helped CEOs, entrepreneurs, and business leaders transform networking from a tra...

High performance and inner peace are often treated as opposites. But what if understanding the human nervous system is the key to sustainable success in a hyperconnected, AI-driven world? In this episode of the AI Accelerator Podcast, host Matt Zembruski sits down with Ondra Němčík, coach, thinker, and builder working at the intersection of technology, psychology, and human well-being. Ondra share...

AI is not just another wave of technology. For professional services firms, it represents a fundamental shift in how value is created, delivered, and perceived. In this episode of the AI Accelerator Podcast, host Matt Zembruski sits down with Daniel Cohen-Dumani, a technologist with over 30 years of experience leading digital transformation across industries. Daniel shares why this AI moment is fu...

Many business owners feel frustrated by agencies that overpromise and underdeliver. The gap between strategy and execution often comes down to systems, clarity, and how effectively teams use technology. In this episode of the AI Accelerator Podcast, host Matt Zembruski sits down with Chaminda Tennakoon, CEO of CT Marketing, to explore how practical AI adoption is transforming marketing execution,...

As AI accelerates at an unprecedented pace, one question becomes unavoidable: how do we ensure technology strengthens our humanity instead of eroding it? In this episode of the AI Accelerator Podcast, host Matt Zembruski sits down with Dr. Felicia Newhouse, Founder of AI-Powered Women, to explore the deeper human, psychological, and leadership implications of the AI era. With a rare background spa...

AI, Automation & Financial Clarity — with Joe Anderson | AI Accelerator Podcast AI is often framed as a way to save time — but when applied thoughtfully, it can also unlock clarity, reduce complexity, and help leaders make better decisions. In this episode of the AI Accelerator Podcast, host Matt Zembruski sits down with Joe Anderson, Founder of Connex E-Commerce, to explore how automation, AI...

AI is often discussed in terms of efficiency and automation — but when used well, it can also deepen trust, improve decision-making, and help professionals serve people better. In this episode of the AI Accelerator Podcast, host Matt Zembruski, Founder & CEO of AI Agility, sits down with Maurice Hampton, Designated Managing Broker and CEO of Centered International Realty Corporation. Maurice s...

AI isn’t here to replace humans — it’s here to amplify what makes us human. In this episode of the AI Accelerator Podcast, host Matt Zembruski sits down with Bhrugu Giri, CTO of PraxisPro, to explore how AI can augment creativity, storytelling, leadership, and real-world work — especially in highly regulated industries. Bhrugu brings a rare blend of deep technical rigor and human-centered thinking...

The AI era is here — but simply adding AI tools to existing systems isn’t enough. In this episode of the AI Accelerator Podcast, host Matt Zembruski sits down with Pini Reznik, CEO & Co-Founder of RE:CINQ to explore what it really means for organizations to become AI Native. Drawing on his experience leading Cloud Native transformations — and authoring two influential books — Pini explains why...

Anne Plaisance is an internationally recognised painter, creative visionary, and the founder of the global exhibition Wonder Woman Now . Having exhibited in over 100 shows across the world, Anne uses her art — and now AI — to educate, empower, and transform lives. A survivor herself, Anne has taken her pain and turned it into a mission: to teach millions how to recognise manipulation, reclaim thei...