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EPISODE · Jan 7, 2026 · 31 MIN

From AI Hype to Real Impact: How Leaders Create Value

from Extropy on AIR: Finance Transformation, AP Automation & AI in Finance · host Extropy Advisors

2026 is here, and the AI conversation is changing.In the first episode of the year, Ravit Gutman and Mike Jasper unpack what organizations learned from AI adoption in 2025 and what will truly separate leaders from laggards in the year ahead.They explore why most companies struggled to see value from early AI investments, how to rethink AI strategy beyond buzzwords, and why success is no longer about buying AI, but about using it intentionally. From measuring ROI and time-to-value, to building trust, mastering prompts, and treating AI like a teammate with a specific skill set, this episode gets practical fast.You’ll also hear real examples of where AI is making the biggest impact today, including customer service, finance operations, healthcare, and contract management and why comfort, curiosity, and iteration matter more than perfection.Whether you’re just getting started or refining your AI strategy for 2026, this conversation will help you think differently about how humans and AI work better together.

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