[AI Series] How AI Is Transforming Business & Education With Michael Todasco

Michael Todasco is a Visiting Fellow at the James Silberrad Brown Center for Artificial Intelligence at San Diego State University. He previously served as Senior Director of Innovation at PayPal and holds over 100 US utility patents. Michael earned his MBA from UC Berkeley's Haas School of Business and a Master of Fine Arts from Johns Hopkins University. His work focuses on the intersection of artificial intelligence, payments, identity, biometrics, and blockchain technologies. In this episode… AI is transforming how businesses operate, but many leaders have yet to embrace its full potential. While companies acknowledge the need to adopt AI, many executives delegate exploration to their teams rather than using the technology themselves. How can leaders integrate AI into their workflows and empower their teams to do the same? According to AI expert Michael Todasco, business leaders must actively engage with AI to understand its capabilities and limitations. He recommends that executives personally experiment with tools like ChatGPT, provide their teams with access, and encourage knowledge sharing through dedicated discussions. By incorporating AI into everyday workflows such as sales strategy, performance reviews, and personal productivity, leaders can drive innovation while fostering a culture of curiosity and collaboration. In this episode of The Customer Wins, Richard Walker interviews Michael Todasco, Visiting Fellow at San Diego State University, about AI's impact on business and leadership. Michael shares how AI can optimize workflows, improve decision-making, and revolutionize education through personalized learning. He also dispels common misconceptions about AI, offering practical advice for leaders looking to stay ahead in an AI-driven world.