Facing Disruption - Accelerating Innovation, Growth, and Resilience

Safety and AI: Navigating the Future with Intentional Design Is AI an existential threat or humanity's greatest invention?  Craig Kaplan , a veteran in the AI field and founder of Superintelligence, joins AJ Bubb to explore the complex landscape of AI safety, ethical design, and the path to a superintelligent future. This isn't just about technical advancements; it's about the fundamen...

Unlock the true power of AI! 🚀 Is AI a mirror reflecting your true self, or something more? Join AJ Bubb and Cody Johnston as they explore optimism and opportunity in the AI era. In this captivating discussion, software developer and multi-entrepreneur Cody Johnston, also known as "The Weird Canadian," debunks common AI myths and shares a refreshing perspective on how AI can be a tool f...

Are you navigating the complex world of AI transformation? Unsure how to move from hype to tangible ROI? This webcast is for you! Join host  AJ Bubb  and executive leader  Rupali Kumbhani  as they cut through the noise surrounding Artificial Intelligence. Rupali, with her extensive experience in strategy, innovation, and execution across diverse industries, unpacks the real-world successes and pit...

Dive into the world of AI with AJ Bubb and Mo Hafez as they discuss everything from "Vibe Coding" to the ethical dilemmas of AI consciousness! 🤯 In this second installment of Coffee Bytes, hosts AJ Bubb and Mo Hafez explore the fascinating and sometimes frightening aspects of artificial intelligence. From leveraging AI for rapid prototyping to contemplating the consciousness of large la...

Is your healthcare organization struggling with clunky systems and burned-out staff? You're not alone! Many clinics are losing hundreds of thousands of dollars each year due to outdated, manual workflows that drain cognitive energy from care teams. In this episode of Facing Disruption, AJ Bubb sits down with Aleksandr Sheremeta, CEO of Dataforest, to talk about the cognitive load crisis in hea...

The smartest, most experienced leaders can still fail when overwhelmed. Are you leading with discernment in our rapidly evolving AI-driven world, or are you on the fast track to burnout? Join host  AJ Bubb  and guest expert  Kelsey Waldrop , a seasoned expert in leadership development and strategy, as they dive deep into the critical intersection of AI, leadership, and the looming threat of burnou...

Welcome to a special Facing Disruption + UX Banter crossover ! 👋 Join us for a lively discussion on all things User Experience. What are the latest trends, biggest challenges, and exciting innovations shaping the UX landscape today? In this episode of Facing Disruption , we dive deep into the ever-evolving field of User Experience. Whether you're a seasoned  UX designer , a budding  researcher ,...

Ever felt like time just disappears when you're totally absorbed in something? That's flow! In this compelling chat, Steven Puri, a seasoned executive and founder, shares deeply personal insights into achieving peak performance and truly understanding "flow states." Facing constant disruption, whether it's the latest AI hype or the never-ending notifications stealing your foc...

Ever wonder where the billions of dollars for defense innovation actually come from? 💰 It's not just Uncle Sam! AJ Bubb sits down again with Sam Moyer from NDIA's Emerging Technology Institute to reveal the shocking truth:  $440 BILLION in private capital has flowed into the defense industrial base in just five years!  This isn't just theory; it's grounded in NDIA's latest research. In this candi...

Emotional Intelligence in the Age of AI: Thriving in Disruption with Rich Hua In a world reshaped by AI, your most valuable skill isn't just what you know - it's how you connect, adapt, and lead with empathy. This is what truly drives success in a disruptive era. Join AJ Bubb as he sits down with Rich Hua, founder of Epic Leadership Group and former head of one of Amazon's largest corp...

Ever wondered about the hidden $170 billion industry that keeps our world green? 🌳 Courtney Kwan, CEO of Eartha Pro, spills the beans on the incredible growth and untapped potential of the 'green industry' - no, not agriculture as you know it, but everything from AI lawnmowers to landscaping for major sports stadiums! In this candid conversation with AJ Bubb, Courtney shares her journey f...

Are you an IC considering a leadership role, or a manager struggling to find your footing? This is for you! Ben Perreau, founder of Parafoil and a veteran across BBC, SY Partners, Google, Meta, and Apple, reveals the harsh truths and overlooked necessities of modern leadership. Ben, a builder and engineer at heart, experienced the rapid rise to leadership himself, building the world's biggest...

The AI-Native Enterprise: What No One Tells You About Rewiring Your Business Are you feeling overwhelmed by the AI hype but know your business needs to adapt? This webcast with Melissa Reeve, author of Hyper Adaptive Enterprise, cuts through the noise. Discover how AI is fundamentally changing business operations and what you, your leaders, and your organization MUST do to prepare. AJ Bubb and Mel...

The future of healthcare is here! 🚀 In this episode of Facing Disruption, we dive deep into the world of precision healthcare and digital biomarkers with Dev Roy, CEO of Intra Intel AI. Discover how AI is revolutionizing clinical trials, democratizing data insights, and accelerating medical breakthroughs. Dev shares his incredible journey and offers critical advice for businesses and individuals...

Is AI really the future of customer experience? In this episode, Ryan Serpan dives deep into how AiCX (AI-Driven Customer Experience) is reshaping the way brands interact with customers. Learn how to blend human empathy with machine intelligence to create better engagement and loyalty outcomes. What you'll learn: The evolving role of AI in CX strategy Common pitfalls when adopting AiCX How predict...

Grab a coffee and join Mo Hafez (  @BeyondtheBytePodcast  ) and AJ Bubb (  @FacingDisruption  ) for an unfiltered conversation about AI in the real world. We break down why 95% of generative AI projects fail, why treating AI like an instant solution is a recipe for disaster, and how to actually implement AI successfully. What We Cover:Why AI is like your "best worst intern"The AI skills gap vs. th...

Is GenAI changing marketing for good? In this episode, AJ sits down with  Camilla Sullivan  to unpack how generative AI is transforming content, personalization, and team skills. Key points: Why human expertise is crucial in AI-driven marketing How GenAI streamlines workflows and boosts creative output Strategies for managing change and building resilient teams Best practices for using AI while pr...

Are you struggling to build high-performing product teams that consistently deliver results? Discover the keys to creating "rockstar product teams" in this episode, where we dive deep into proven strategies from industry veterans with decades of experience in product development, management, and consulting. Learn how cross-functional teams, ownership, and visionary leadership can transform your or...

Why does defense software fail? Andrew Park reveals the critical product management gap in DoD development. 🎯 Key insight from our full conversation on defense tech, requirements discovery, and why engineering alone isn't enough. 👉 Watch the full episode: YouTube 💡 Andrew Park is founder of Edensoft Labs with 20+ years bridging engineering and user needs in defense software. 🔔 Subscribe for mo...

Can synthetic data change how we train AI and manage privacy? In this episode, AJ Bubb and Ed Martin unpack what synthetic data really means, key creation techniques, and its role in digital twins, manufacturing, and finance. synthetic data, AI, digital twins

In this episode of  Facing Disruption , host AJ Bubb sits down with  Eli Becker , senior creative strategist at Teak, to explore  AI’s impact on storytelling, creativity, and brand authenticity . Discover how brands can stay  human  in an age dominated by automation and where the next creative renaissance may come from. You’ll learn how to balance  data‑driven insights  with emotional storytelling...

Most companies are pursuing AI innovation completely backwards. While executives chase transformative moonshot projects, they're ignoring the automation of tedious tasks that could save hundreds of employee hours every week and deliver ROI within months. In this episode, host AJ Bubb sits down with Ahmet Acar—former AWS Innovation Advisor with two decades of experience building products at McKinse...

Chris Barlow interviews Adam McClintock from Korn Ferry about his background as a Navy pilot and his current work in executive search, focusing on aerospace, defense, and technology. Adam shares insights into hiring top executives and the challenges in the industry. ---------------------------------------------------------- AJ Bubb is the founder of MxP Studio - an human first innovation agency, f...

Why are 70–95% of AI initiatives failing? It’s not the algorithms—it’s the data. In this episode of Facing Disruption, AJ Bubb ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajbubb/ ) sits down with Chris LaCour ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-lacour/ ), founder of the Put Data First Conference, to uncover why messy, unstructured “data sewage” is holding enterprises back from realizing real AI value. We explor...

Explore how Department of Defense leaders use rapid innovation, collaboration, and safe failure environments to rethink military tech. Get actionable insights on building teams, embracing experimentation, and why learning fast matters more than ever. Key Points: Hackathons drive real innovation by forcing quick collaboration and risk-taking “Fail fast, learn fast” mindsets are becoming vital in de...