Millennium Live | A Leadership & Discovery Podcast

Skills-based hiring, skills taxonomies, and AI-powered talent strategies are transforming HR—but there’s a foundational problem many organizations are overlooking: skills are only useful when they’re connected to a clear, governed job architecture.In this episode of Millennium Live, we welcome back AJ Naddell, SVP Product at JDXpert, to explore why organizations are struggling to turn their growing skills data into meaningful outcomes. AJ explains how inconsistent job families, levels, titles, and career tracks can undermine everything from skills mapping and internal mobility to compensation and workforce planning. AJ discusses why skills initiatives often fail without a job architecture foundation, and how AI can accelerate architecture building while keeping HR teams in control.The conversation also explores the real cost of fragmented job data, why traditional job architecture projects quickly become outdated, and how AI-assisted approaches like JDXpert’s Architecture Builder can help organizations create and maintain a connected job architecture at scale.If your organization is investing in skills, AI, or internal mobility, the first question may not be which skills platform should we buy? It may be: Do we have the architecture to make those skills useful?Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Over the past two years, enterprises have invested heavily in AI pilots, copilots, and large language models. Yet for many organizations, the journey stalls before delivering meaningful business impact. So what separates the companies successfully deploying AI at scale from those still stuck in proof-of-concept mode? We’re joined by Angela McNeal, Co-Founder and CEO of Thread AI. And In this episode, Angela shares why the industry's conversation around autonomous AI agents may be getting ahead of enterprise reality, why governance and control aren't barriers to innovation but the foundation for it, and how Thread AI is helping organizations orchestrate AI systems that are reliable, secure, and ready for production.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Consumers increasingly discover products through creators—and AI-powered search engines have surfaced as trusted voices - and could be leading the way brands earn attention and drive purchases. With change always coming so fastJoining us is Nicki Seaborn, Head of Creator Product at Later, where she helps some of the world's leading brands build creator strategies that don't just generate engagement—they drive measurable business outcomes. From influencer partnerships and affiliate programs to creator commerce and AI's growing role in discovery, Nicki is at the forefront of helping marketers adapt to how people actually shop today. In this conversation, we'll explore why AI search is making creator marketing more important than ever, how leading brands are evolving their creator programs, the biggest mistakes even experienced marketers still make, and what CMOs need to understand as creator content becomes a key part of the customer journey. We'll also look ahead at the future of creator commerce and the mindset shift Nicki hopes every marketer takes away from her upcoming talk in Nashville.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

As organizations increasingly rely on AI to inform product development, marketing, and customer experience, we bring you the organizations that are truly delivering an impact. Today, we're joined by Chad Reynolds, CEO and founder of Vurvey Labs, a company removing the barriers for human collaboration and helping artificial intelligence better understand how people think, feel, and make decisions. Vurvey is certainly taking a different approach by simulating human behaviors, combining AI with human insight to help businesses test ideas and make more informed decisions before going to market. We'll explore Chad's entrepreneurial journey, why he believes today's AI is missing a critical understanding of people, and how Vurvey's latest innovation, Populations 2.0, is enabling organizations to simulate consumer responses at scale. We'll also discuss how companies are putting this technology to work today, and where Chad sees Human AI and People Models evolving over the next several years.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Video has become a critical business tool for marketing, internal communications, sales enablement, and customer engagement - but many organizations still struggle to produce enough high-quality content to meet growing demand. In this episode of the Millennium Live Podcast, we sit down with Chad Lakin, Senior Vice President of Growth at Shootsta, to explore how organizations can build a scalable video strategy efficiently. Drawing on Shootsta's experience delivering more than 70,000 video projects for leading global brands, Chad shares the lessons learned from helping enterprises transform the way they create and distribute video. Chad also discusses the biggest mistakes companies make when scaling video production, how AI is changing the future of enterprise content creation, and what separates the organizations succeeding with video from those falling behind.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this episode of Millennium Live, Jake Stein, VP of Retail Growth at Burq, joins the podcast to discuss why last-mile delivery has become one of retail's most important competitive advantages. Jake has spent more than two decades helping some of the world's most influential technology companies scale growth, operations, and customer experience. From past experiences at Expedia's travel marketplace to Uber's global logistics network, Jake has built a career at the intersection of technology, commerce, and operational excellence. He shares lessons from building delivery infrastructure at Uber Direct, explains why retailers are increasingly reclaiming ownership of the customer experience, and explores how modern delivery orchestration is transforming everything from beauty and home improvement to time-sensitive B2B parts fulfillment. Jake also dives into Burq's AI-powered orchestration platform, Pulse AI, and how intelligent dispatching, real-time exception management, and proactive customer communication are helping retailers improve reliability without simply adding more delivery capacity. Jake offers his perspective on the future of retail logistics, why reliability is emerging as a stronger loyalty driver than speed, and what retail leaders need to understand as the industry shifts from carrier expansion to AI, data, and orchestration. More about Jake and Burq: Jake Stein is VP of Retail Growth at Burq, where he leads enterprise expansion across retail and distribution. He joined Burq from Uber Direct, where he ran Retail across the U.S. and Canada, partnering with national retailers to embed delivery directly into their native ecommerce experiences. Before last-mile, Jake spent two decades in online travel, leading global partnerships and distribution strategy working with top lodging brands. Across 25+ years of leadership, his work has lived at the intersection of technology, commercial strategy, and operations. Burq is a last-mile delivery infrastructure platform that gives businesses access to a broad carrier network all in one place. Powered by Pulse AI, Burq delivers the intelligence and flexibility to optimize every delivery, from execution to customer experience.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

n this episode of Millennium Live, resilience, perspective, leadership, and the human side of healthcare remind us that the best care goes far beyond treatment alone. Beau Barron, SVP of Growth at STAT Wellness, joined the podcast to share a deeply personal journey through healthcare - navigating cancer treatment as an osteosarcoma survivor, and now helping scale a patient centered wellness company nationwide. Beau walks us through how his early experiences, serving as a firefighter and EMT shaped his understanding of compassion in care, and why his time scaling access at ViewFi Health reinforced the importance of reducing friction for patients. Beau opens up about his diagnosis, undergoing surgery and chemotherapy, the role STAT Wellness played in supporting him during recovery, and why relationship driven, personalized healthcare has become central to his mission today. Beau's story on Millennium Live is a great example of leadership & discovery, and a testament to how his own experiences fundamentally changed his perspective on what people truly need from the healthcare system today.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this #MillenniumLive conversation, Lisa Cole of 2X joins The Millennium Alliance to discuss the operating-model shift modern CMOs need to make as expectations accelerate and traditional resource models break down. Drawing from The Limitless CMO, Lisa will unpack why marketing leaders are being asked to deliver more pipeline, more personalization, more speed, and more AI-enabled efficiency - often without the budget or headcount to match.The episode will focus on how CMOs can move from order-taking to market-making by running marketing like a business, redesigning work around outcomes instead of org charts, using strategic outsourcing to expand capability, and applying AI as a force multiplier rather than a collection of disconnected tools.Key Themes:The marketing resource paradox: rising expectations with constrained budgets and headcountMoving from order-taking to market-makingMAPS: running marketing like a professional services businessStrategic outsourcing as capability expansion, not cost reductionAI as a force multiplier - and why random acts of AI are not enoughBuilding a Limitless Operating Model with people, partners, platforms, and AIHosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In a world where organizations are drowning in fragmented AI tools, expensive pilots, legacy software, retrofitted language models, and unclear ROI, TheNoah.ai says there’s a radically different way forward — one that is full-stack, zero-code, pre-trained, vertically ready from day one, powered by thousands of AI agents, and designed to dramatically reduce costs, deployment time, manpower dependency, compute requirements, and even energy consumption. Akash Sureka, Founder of TheNoah.ai shares what’s really happening in the enterprise B2B AI world — what’s working, what’s failing, and why the true business and opportunity cost behind failed AI transformation projects. Akash dives into the current enterprise AI landscape, the massive disruption it’s facing, and how AI-native companies are beginning to challenge and potentially replace traditional legacy software, SaaS platforms, and fragmented AI vendors. He also points out what makes TheNoah.ai’s approach different — and why skilling is the most important tool your teams will need going forward.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In March 2026, Yext surveyed 1,120 US consumers on how they find local businesses across Google, AI tools, social media, and review platforms. The findings are clear: AI adoption is on the rise, and the customer journey is now fragmented across more channels than most brands are managing. This episode breaks down what changed, where consumers place their trust, and what it takes to stay visible when customers are searching everywhere at once. Joining the podcast is Rebecca Colwell, SVP of Marketing at Yext, the leading brand visibility platform for multi-location brands.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Guests Clay Wilemon from 4L, and Christina Hedge from Booz Allen, break down why health plans are under more pressure than ever, and explore the challenges driving financial losses across both commercial and government-backed plans. They discuss what “health plans” really encompass today—from commercial insurers and TPAs to CMS programs and the VA, highlighting the unique operational and financial hurdles each faces. Clay shares 4L's approach to transforming performance, emphasizing interconnected workflows, breaking down costly silos, and how 4L’s partnership with Booz Allen combines advanced AI, cybersecurity, and large-scale delivery expertise to modernize healthcare ecosystems. The episode also introduces the 4L Health Plan Performance Suite—an integrated platform designed to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enable truly high-performing health plans.About the Guests:Christina is a seasoned executive leader with over 30 years of experience driving healthcare transformation across commercial plans, federal programs, provider contracting, and digital health innovation. As CMS Market Lead and Federal Healthcare Payer Practice Lead at Booz Allen Hamilton, she collaborates with federal payers (CMS, the Department of Veterans Affairs, TRICARE, and the World Trade Center Health Program) to spearhead impactful change at the intersection of healthcare and technology. Previously, Christina held leadership roles at WellDoc, Kaiser Permanente, and CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, bringing innovative mobile apps to market to improve health outcomes, managing multimillion-dollar portfolios, and fostering payer-provider collaboration. Known for her operational expertise and strategic vision, she is adept at addressing complex healthcare challenges while uniting payers, providers, and policymakers to create sustainable solutions. Clay serves as CEO and Chairman at 4L Data Intelligence ™. He has helped in launching over 500 new healthcare brands and has co-founded multiple healthcare technology companies. Clay is also a partner in the Visionary Venture funds. He also serves as a member of the Board of Directors at Octane, a Southern California non-profit economic development organization that has helped early-stage tech and med-tech companies raise over $5.9 billion in funding. He holds a BA degree from Vanderbilt University.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

For decades, enterprise IT was built around predictable models: seat-based SaaS, fixed licensing, and relatively stable consumption patterns. But today, we’re entering a world driven by tokens, inference costs, and dynamic AI workloads—where every query, every model call, and every decision has a price tag attached to it. We’re joined by Jason Langone, Senior Director of Global AI Business Development at Nutanix—a leader at the forefront of helping enterprises navigate one of the most profound shifts in modern IT: the transition from buying software, to buying intelligence.In this episode, Jason shares insight into the real-world challenges enterprise leaders are facing right now: - How to strategically shift AI workloads away from expensive foundational models and toward open-source and small language models—without disrupting developer velocity - Why the orchestration layer—the “Enterprise Harness”—may matter more than the model itself, and how that changes long-term investment strategy - How to manage the rise of “Shadow AI” while still enabling innovation across the business - What governance, sovereignty, and accountability actually look like in hybrid, multi-cloud environments - And why “Day 2” operations—scaling, securing, and maintaining AI systems—may be the biggest blind spot for organizations today Jason also unpacks how CIOs are balancing multicloud complexity, avoiding vendor lock-in, and modernizing infrastructure—while still moving fast enough to stay competitive in an AI-first world. And of course, we’ll explore how Nutanix is helping enterprises turn GenAI from experiment into real, scalable business value—and what’s coming next on the road to 2027.As one of Nutanix’s early pioneers, Jason contributed significantly over 8 years to the company's early success before embarking on broadening his professional skills and experiences. During his 4 years away from Nutanix, Jason led sales for both a SaaS multi-cloud networking company as well as an early generative AI startup. After leading the startup from seed through A Round, he returned to Nutanix at the beginning of 2024 to run the Nutanix Enterprise AI line of business. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

The way brands get seen and chosen has changed. Algorithms, retail media platforms, and AI-powered recommendations are deciding what shows up before a human even starts shopping. And with decisions being made faster than ever, the space for storytelling is shrinking. In this episode, Christi Geary, EVP and Head of Agency at AMP, joins Millennium Live to talk about what it really takes to grow a brand in today’s digital-first, search-driven world. She’ll share how AMP is helping clients navigate this shift by blending behavioral science with more intelligent systems, team agility, and a more connected approach to strategy and creative. From rethinking visibility to staying emotionally resonant in a data-optimized world, this conversation is for leaders who want to break through the noise, stay human, and build brands that are built to be found.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

On this episode of Millennium Live, we’re diving into one of the most urgent and misunderstood challenges in modern medicine: cognitive health and dementia care. As populations age, clinicians and health systems are grappling with how to recognize cognitive decline earlier, support families more effectively, and build care models that truly meet patients where they are. Dr. Aaron Greenstein, Medical Advisor at BrainCheck and Medical Director of Kitwood Health, joins the podcast. He has spent his career at the intersection of clinical medicine and innovation, working to improve how we detect, understand, and care for patients experiencing cognitive change. Dr. Greenstein shares why cognitive health is essential to independence in older adults, and how early signs of decline are often subtle and overlooked. We discuss the real-world consequences of late diagnosis for patients and families, and the gaps that still exist in routine care. Dr. Greenstein also highlights the origin stories of BrainCheck and Kitwood Health, examining how digital cognitive assessment tools and embedded care models aim to improve early detection and ongoing support. Finally, we look ahead to the future of comprehensive cognitive care and what healthcare leaders should be doing now to better prepare for the growing need.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Over the last decade, telehealth surged — accelerated by necessity, adopted at scale, and then challenged to prove its staying power. Many organizations discovered that access alone isn’t transformation. The promise was there — but the operational model often wasn’t. So what does it actually take to move from episodic telehealth to a truly virtual-first care model? On this episode Millennium Live podcast, we're joined by Michael Dalton, Founder and CEO of Ovatient — a “virtual-first,” purpose-built platform for health systems and health plans, and anchored deeply in integrated clinical and technology infrastructure. In today’s episode, we’ll explore: What “virtual-first” really means operationally — and how continuity, escalation, and longitudinal care are designed into the model rather than left to chance. Why health plan executives should care about a virtual-first model anchored to local health systems. The measurable outcomes that matter to both health systems and health plans — and how success is defined. A real patient story that illustrates continuity — without the frustration of being bounced between disconnected providers. This episode is packed with insights for healthcare executives who care about aligning incentives, strengthening local health systems, and building virtual care that actually integrates, then you’re in the right place.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this episode of Millennium Live Podcast, we sit down with Shahar Peled, Co-Founder and CEO of Terra Security, to explore how the future of cybersecurity is shifting from reactive defense to proactive resilience. As enterprises face an evolving threat landscape shaped by AI-driven attacks, ransomware, and increasing regulatory pressure, Shahar shares his journey into cybersecurity — from identifying critical gaps in traditional security programs to founding Terra Security, a company pioneering Agentic AI-powered continuous penetration testing. Shahar explains how organizations can better understand their true risk posture, validate their defenses in real time, and integrate automation into the security lifecycle. Shahar breaks down the common blind spots enterprises face when assessing cyber risk and why many security strategies still fall short in practice. Shahar also offers a forward-looking perspective on the future of security, including autonomous validation, AI vs. AI dynamics, as well as a glimpse into the personal side of leadership — from the habits that keep Shahar sharp to how he navigates high-pressure moments, along with advice for the next generation of cybersecurity founders.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

We’ve been talking about AI for years. Machine learning. Predictive analytics. Generative models. But something fundamental is changing. AI isn’t just generating content anymore — it’s taking action. Agents are moving from demo environments into production systems. They’re making decisions, triggering workflows, interacting with customers, and operating inside the core of the enterprise. So the big question becomes: are we looking at incremental progress, or a structural inflection point in enterprise architecture? Seth Wiesman, Field CTO at Materialize, joins the Millennium podcast — and he’s been vocal about a shift many organizations are just starting to grasp: most enterprise data platforms were designed for humans, not machines. In this episode, we’re digging into why traditional data lakes and warehouses may not be enough in an agentic world, why “time to trust in action” might become the defining leadership metric, and why stale context isn’t just a latency problem — it’s a business risk that touches revenue, resilience, and customer trust. Seth explores whether context infrastructure is becoming the next competitive moat, what it really means to build a “live digital twin” of your business, and how executives can take practical steps toward agent-scale systems — without ripping out everything they’ve already built. And perhaps most importantly: in the era of AI agents, why infrastructure discipline is so important.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this episode, we sit down with Joe Fitzpatrick, Chief Executive Officer of Katch, for a forward-looking conversation on the evolution of subrogation and third-party liability (TPL) payment coordination. We explore how the landscape has shifted in recent years and the mounting pressures accelerating that change—from rising medical costs and regulatory complexity to increasing expectations around member experience and financial performance. Joe explains how Katch’s proactive, “shift-left” approach moves subrogation upstream in the payment process, helping organizations prevent avoidable costs before they hit the books—while preserving member trust and reducing administrative friction. Joe shares his perspective on the trends shaping the next era of payment coordination, and why traditional, retrospective subrogation models are reaching their limits. Joe brings decades of experience across health care delivery, payment, and transformation, including leadership roles at Optum and UnitedHealthcare. Throughout his career, he’s learned that the most impactful health care solutions emerge when leaders spot challenges early—and build systems that address them proactively, not reactively.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this episode of the Millennium Live Podcast, we sit down with Snehal Antani, Co-Founder and CEO of Horizon3.ai, to explore how autonomous security testing is transforming the role of the modern CISO. With experience spanning national security, enterprise technology, and offensive cyber innovation, Snehal shares why security leaders must shift from a reactive defense posture to a proactive, business-enabling strategy.We dive into how Horizon3’s NodeZero platform uses AI to identify critical attack paths in hours—not weeks—eliminating operational bottlenecks and giving organizations clear, actionable insight into their real risk exposure. From reducing attack surfaces to operating at machine speed, this conversation unpacks what it takes to stay ahead in today’s evolving threat landscape.This episode offers valuable insight into building long-term digital resilience and practical leadership advice in an era of algorithm vs. algorithm cyber warfare..Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this episode of the Millennium Alliance Podcast, we’re joined by Rod Schultz, CEO of Bolster AI, for a deep dive into how fraud and impersonation have fundamentally changed— and why traditional security models are struggling to keep up. With more than 25 years of experience leading technology and security initiatives at companies like Apple, Adobe, and Zoom, Rod brings a unique perspective on how attackers are now operating less like lone hackers and more like full-fledged growth teams. From SEO manipulation and paid ads to polished fake websites and multi-touch customer journeys, today’s scams often look indistinguishable from legitimate brands. Rod breaks down why these attacks are so difficult for CISOs to detect, why “alert and respond” is no longer enough, and where automation must step in to move beyond detection toward real-world threat removal. We explore Bolster AI’s latest research, the rise of autonomous security systems that can validate and take down threats on their own, and what success really looks like when the goal is stopping campaigns before customers ever encounter them.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

What does “disruption” really mean inside a supply chain—and why does it feel like it never stops? In this episode of the Millennium Live Podcast, we sit down with Swaroop Pawar, Head of Partnerships at KBRW, to unpack the reality behind supply chain disruptions and why traditional approaches often fall short. From everyday interruptions to large-scale shocks that ripple across industries, Swaroop breaks down how serious disruptions truly are and the real-world consequences they create for businesses. We challenge a common instinctive response—planning for every possible scenario—and explore why planning alone isn’t enough in today’s volatile environment. Swaroop also discusses how supply chains can think about preparing for major, industry-wide disruptions that no single company can control and offers insights on how to go beyond planning to build true resilience.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Welcome back to Millennium Live, the official podcast of the Millennium Alliance. We’re wrapping up the year with another must listen episode with Colby Potter, Lead Content Analyst at Sayari. Colby joined us previously to break down the evolving landscape of global compliance and the rising urgency of tackling forced labor risks in global supply chains. He joins us again to dive into his latest analysis on typological risk, a trend that’s rapidly transforming how governments, regulators, and compliance teams identify and assess exposure across their supply chains and counterparties. His report identifies a shift away from traditional name-based designations and moving toward a broader, more complex view of risk grounded not in who an entity is, but how it behaves, who it’s connected to, and what patterns it fits. Colby sheds light on sanctions and export controls, emerging risk frameworks, and Sayari's solution and data on the shift to typological risk.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this episode of the podcast, we dive into the rise of warehouse automation and the evolution of modern distribution models, one of the most transformative shifts happening in today’s supply chain. We’re joined by Dexter Weber, Business Development Manager for Automation Integration Solutions at TGW Logistics, a global leader in warehouse automation technology and a trusted Millennium partner. Dex brings frontline experience helping organizations streamline operations, improve efficiency, and rethink how goods move through the supply chain. Together, we explore:🔹 Centralized vs. decentralized distribution models — what they are and why the distinction matters 🔹 How automation fits into each approach, including the benefits, risks, and strategic tradeoffs 🔹 A real-world case study where automation delivered measurable results 🔹 What leaders must consider to ensure automated systems truly perform — from cost-per-pick improvements to preparing for the future of logistics as we head toward 2026 Tune in now to hear Dexter’s expert take on innovation, integration, and today's evolving supply chain.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this episode of Millennium Live, we sit down with Tony Colistra, President of MDLIVE and Evernorth Workplace Care. With decades of leadership experience and a deep understanding of the evolving healthcare landscape, Tony is helping steer the future of virtual care at a pivotal moment for the industry. Tony joins the podcast to break down the latest trends in consumer engagement, where demand for virtual care is accelerating, and how MDLIVE is evolving to meet rising expectations for speed, convenience, and personalization. He offers an inside look at how Evernorth is expanding its virtual care capabilities and workplace solutions to deliver more integrated, accessible, and personalized healthcare experiences—all in service of Evernorth’s mission to improve health for all. And of course, no conversation would be complete these days without exploring the role of generative AI and how to apply AI across operations. Tune in and listen to why Tony sees AI as a powerful tool for the next chapter of care delivery.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Identity security is evolving faster than ever — driven by AI, hybrid environments, and the growing complexity of digital ecosystems. In this episode, we sit down with Henrique Teixeira, Senior VP of Strategy at Saviynt, to explore how enterprises can build smarter, more resilient identity programs for the AI era. Henrique shares expert insights on: 🔹 The current state of identity security and what’s driving change 🔹 How AI is transforming risk management and data governance 🔹 Why high-quality identity data is essential for success 🔹 How to reframe identity as a proactive risk reduction strategy 🔹 The future of Zero Trust in hybrid and multi-cloud environmentsWhether you’re a CISO, IT leader, or part of a team transforming the digital enterprise, this conversation offers a clear roadmap to strengthen your organization’s identity foundation, and prepare for what’s next. 🎙️ Tune in now to Millennium Live with Henrique Teixeira of Saviynt.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

On this episode of Millennium Live, Curtis Schroeder, one of the leading voices in revenue technology, sales performance management, and the future of commercial operations, joins the podcast! His unconventional career path across academia, technology, and sales. Curtis shares a major focus of Varicent’s Market Spotlight report, which surfaced some staggering insights - and reveals about how companies actually make decisions about growth. From misaligned quotas to the long-term impact of poorly designed incentive plans, Curtis calls out the systemic issues that quietly undermine performance every day. We also dive into his latest research on AI in sales, where he draws a sharp contrast between incremental, seller-level tools and the compounding returns generated by system-level investments. Curtis shares why organizations tend to overinvest in what’s visible, while underinvesting in what truly moves the needle.Take a listen to this episode that offers data-backed clarity, strategic insights, and a refreshing reframe of what it really means to build a high-performing revenue organization today. A must-listen for revenue leaders, operators, and anyone shaping the future of commercial performance. Subscribe to Millennium Live wherever you enjoy podcasts!Varicent is a comprehensive SaaS company that supports the entire revenue journey, from results-driven planning and predictability to growth. They are sales performance experts fueling high-performing revenue organizations.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Everyone’s talking about AI — but few are actually making it work. In this episode of Millennium Live, we sit down with AJ Naddell, Senior Vice President of Product at JDXpert, to cut through the AI hype and talk about what really matters: clean, structured job data. From blockchain buzzwords to broken data pipelines, AJ breaks down the real reason so many HR teams struggle to get value from AI, how to fix it, and how poor data quality costs organizations millions every year.Key Topics Include:How to clean, connect, and structure your job, pay, and skills data before layering in AIWhat job architecture really means (and why 50% of enterprises are rebuilding theirs right now)How AI can supercharge job architecture to improve skills mapping, compensation, career pathing, and retention👉 Connect with AJ and the JDXpert team on LinkedIn or visit jdxpert.com to learn more. 🎙️ Be sure to subscribe to the MillenniumLive podcast!Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

🎙️ In this episode, Brandon Card, CEO and Co-Founder of Terzo, talks about how enterprise AI is transforming finance and contract management. Drawing on his experience at Microsoft and IBM, Brandon explains how Terzo’s platform helps Fortune 100 companies uncover billions in hidden waste buried in contracts. He also dives into why CFOs are missing huge cost-saving opportunities, the rise of “Service as Software” over traditional SaaS, and what it takes to bring AI into complex enterprise environments. Brandon also introduces Nirvanai, Terzo’s new multi-agent AI advisor that turns contracts, spend, and operations into a unified, real-time source of truth — redefining how enterprises operate at scale. 🎙️ Brandon Card is the CEO and Co-Founder of Terzo, an AI-powered financial intelligence platform that extracts and analyzes critical data from contracts, invoices, and other financial documents. Before founding Terzo in 2020, Brandon held roles at Microsoft and IBM. Those experiences led him to build a smarter platform for managing supplier relationships and spend.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this episode of Millennium Live, we sit down with Karthik Manimozhi, Chief Growth Officer at MindBridge AI, to explore how today’s finance leaders can uncover what he calls hidden EBITDA — the untapped profit potential buried deep within enterprise data. Karthik shares how AI is enabling finance teams to move beyond backward-looking scorekeeping toward real-time, strategic decision-making. He dives into why legacy tech investments often trap CFOs in fragmented data systems, how unsupervised and agentic AI are redefining analytics, and what it takes to build a truly AI-ready finance team. Key Topics Discussed: The evolution of the CFO from scorekeeper to enterprise value architect The role of AI as an “enterprise MRI" for detecting hidden profit driversHow to bridge the gap between AI pilots and enterprise-scale impact 🎧 Tune in to discover how MindBridge AI is helping CFOs turn analytics into advantage— and insights into EBITDA.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

As AI and automation transform nearly every corner of the workplace, one question is becoming more urgent: Are we equipping our frontline leaders to keep up — or setting them up to fail? Our guest on this episode Of MillenniumLive has been thinking deeply about this challenge — and building the tools to solve it. We’re joined by Dan Johnston, CEO and co-founder of WorkStep, a company leading the charge in helping frontline teams thrive in such a rapidly changing world. Dan believes the key to reducing turnover, improving retention, and driving frontline productivity isn’t just better tech — it’s reimagining the role of the frontline manager itself. In this episode, we dig into with Dan on how AI can enable smarter leadership and some case studies proving how some successful companies are doing differently to empower their teams. Key Topics Discussed: ✔️ Why "manager relationship" is one of the top drivers of frontline attrition ✔️ How AI is reshaping coaching, communication, and retention in real-time✔️ What happens — financially and culturally — when we fail to support our people leadersHosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Hospitals face mounting pressure to reduce preventable readmissions and avoid costly care gaps — especially during the critical post-acute phase when patients transition to skilled nursing facilities. In this episode, we sit down with Hamad Husainy, Chief Medical Officer of PointClickCare, to explore how health systems are tackling “data black holes,” strengthening SNF partnerships, and embedding AI-driven insights into daily workflows. We’ll break down how predictive risk scoring works, what success looks like under value-based care, and where technology and AI are headed next for post-acute care.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Regional grocers are emerging as powerful players in the retail media revolution—and they’re doing it by tapping into their physical footprints, community ties, and a “fortune of data.”In this episode of Millennium Live, Ameet Srivastava from Quad joins us to explore how regional retailers are transforming the in-store experience with digital innovation, hyper-localized advertising, and smarter data strategies. From digital shelf messaging to real-world case studies like Vallarta Supermarkets, we dive into what’s working—and what’s next—for retail media at the local level.💡 Topics include:How in-store tech is reshaping shopper behaviorWhy regional grocers are attracting national CPG attentionThe impact of cookie deprecation on retail media networksReal-world success stories from Quad’s In-Store Connect platformTips for grocers and brands building a retail media strategyHosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this healthcare-focused episode, MillenniumLive had the pleasure to have Mara Lederman, Chief Operating Officer at Signal 1, to unpack a critical question in today’s healthcare landscape: Why is AI adoption slowing down—even as enthusiasm continues to rise?Mara brings a deep, operational perspective to the conversation, offering insights into how health systems can move beyond pilot projects and scale AI effectively. Mara provides explanation into the nuances between AI governance vs. AI management, as well as actionable advice on how to lead responsibly without slowing innovation. For healthcare leaders, navigating the complex path of AI deployment can be extraordinarily challenging, but helping health leaders unlock its full potential across their organization is what Signal 1 does best.Key Topics Include:Why so many AI tools stall after pilot phaseHow health systems can adopt portfolio-level oversight for AIThe biggest misconceptions around managing AI at scaleWhat effective monitoring and oversight look like in practiceLessons from other industries for healthcare AI👉 Tune in to learn how to go from AI hype… to AI impact.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

On this episode of Millennium Live, we’re tackling one of the most pressing and rapidly evolving topics in the modern workplace: Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)—and why traditional models are no longer meeting the needs of today’s workforce. Joining the pod is Stephen Sokoler, Founder of Journey, a first-of-its-kind Proactive EAP built to support every employee, every day. Journey combines a high-engagement digital platform with personalized service to help employees access support before challenges become crises. Stephen shares why conventional EAPs fall short, how Journey is reimagining mental health support, and what it takes to foster a culture where employees feel safe and empowered to prioritize their well-being. We’ll explore the future of workplace mental health, boosting benefit engagement, and the power of proactive care in building healthier, more resilient teams.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

And we're back! In this episode of Millennium Live, we’re joined by Laura Bauer, Vice President of Strategy at Iris Telehealth, to explore a pressing challenge facing today’s health systems: how to reimagine emergency department (ED) care pathways for behavioral health patients. Laura brings deep experience from her years in health system strategy to unpack why behavioral health is one of the most critical—and complex—pressure points in care delivery today. She shares how telebehavioral health is quietly transforming outcomes by helping patients receive the right care in the right place, reducing unnecessary ED visits, hospital admissions, and long-term costs. Key Topics Include: Why EDs have become the default front door for behavioral health How to shift from reactive to proactive care models The ROI of investing in behavioral health pathways Real-world examples of innovation—and impactHosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Welcome back to Millennium Live, where we bring you the innovators, leaders, and disruptors transforming the digital enterprise and for this episode in particular, shaping the future of healthcare. We’re diving into the high-stakes world of hospital decision-making — where data, and safety, and efficiency all converge. Our guest is Howard Brick, Chief Business Officer at Etiometry — a company on a mission to transform critical care and help hospitals deliver safer, more standardized, and more cost-effective care without losing sight of the individual patient. Howard shares how Etiometry fits into a CMO’s enterprise-wide strategy, the outcomes hospitals are seeing, and why ROI is no longer just a financial metric — it’s about patient lives and provider bandwidth. We’ll also look ahead at where Etiometry is going next, from innovation to integration. Additional Key Topics: - What problem is Etiometry solving for hospitals and health systems today? - How can technology drive quality, safety, and clinical transformation at scale? - And how is Etiometry using AI in a way that clinicians actually trust?Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Welcome back to Millennium Live, the podcast where we connect with the voices shaping the digital enterprise and we’re gonna be diving into what it really means to build an agile omnichannel strategy — one that goes far beyond buzzwords and delivers true business value. We’re joined by Marcus Lancaster, Head of Ecommerce and Retail Strategy at Quad, a company helping brands remove friction, connect with consumers in meaningful ways, and create those personalized experiences.As real-time intent becomes increasingly valuable and consumer behaviors shift faster than ever, we’re gonna rely on Marcus to unpack some of the awesome things Quad is doing - like blending online data with offline experiences, and to help marketers rethink insights and move onto what really matters.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Most Americans get their pharmacy benefits from one of the three large conglomerates that control nearly every aspect of the pharmacy supply chain. This broken system consistently puts employers and members last—but this isn’t the only option.In this episode of the Millennium Live podcast, hear from Vidya Drego, VP of Marketing at SmithRx, as she breaks down a new class of modern pharmacy benefits manager (PBM) and the dependable, straightforward, open-book savings they offer.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this critical episode of Millennium Live, we sit down with Colby Potter, Analyst at Sayari, to explore the rising urgency of tackling forced labor risks in global supply chains. And with complex regulations in the U.S. and abroad Canada’s S-211, companies are certainly facing growing pressure to not just understand their suppliers—but also reshaping supply chain due diligence.Key Topics Include:Regulatory developments on the horizon, including in the EU and CanadaReal-world examples of hidden supplier risksPractical steps for companies beginning their forced labor risk mitigation journeyWhether you're just beginning to address these challenges or refining a mature compliance strategy we hope you enjoy this episode & learn a thing or two about how your organization can gain the visibility it needs to stay ahead of regulatory pressure and uphold ethical standards in an increasingly complex global landscape.📍Millennium Live is available wherever you get your podcasts.🔗 Learn more about Sayari at sayari.comHosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Welcome back to the Millennium Alliance Podcast, where today’s most innovative minds come together to share bold ideas, strategies, and actionable insights for transforming the digital enterprise. On this episode, ahead of our Transformational CMO Assembly, we're exploring a marketing channel that's often underestimated but consistently outperforms: Email marketing. We're pleased to welcome our guests from our awesome partner - Validity: Guy Hanson, Vice President of Customer Engagement, and Danielle Gallant, Senior Email Strategist. Together, they going to be unpacking one of the most pressing questions in digital marketing today: How do you get C-level executives to truly understand—and invest in—the value of email? Danielle breaks down the tools and strategies marketers can use to make email’s impact crystal clear, from revenue contribution and brand awareness. Guy takes us deeper into KPIs that move the needle, from subscriber lifetime value to accessibility, and reveals how AI is reshaping the future of email performance. Join us for an insightful discussion on #millenniumlive !Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

This episode explores the critical intersection of retail operations, product data and AI, while unpacking how optimizing business processes, improving product attribution for compliance, and leveraging AI for smarter conversions are reshaping the future of retail. We’re thrilled to be joined once again by Arnjah Dillard, a retail industry expert with 30+ years of experience transforming how retailers manage their data, products, and processes. Arnjah shares how optimizing areas like product or supplier workflows can drive measurable improvements, and why now is the time to rethink business operations & data compliance. As retailers rush to adopt AI, the quality of foundational product data becomes critical—AI is only as effective as the data it relies on. So whether you're a leader in tech, merchandising, or strategy, this conversation offers practical insights for navigating today’s evolving landscape. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

This week on Millennium Live, we’re diving deep into one of the most complex — and costly — issues facing health plans today: payment integrity. Matt Akromis, VP of Client Success at AMPS, joins the podcast to break open the "black box" of traditional payment integrity systems and explain why many payers are unknowingly leaking millions.Matt reveals the industry shifts making payment integrity is more essential than ever, the blind spots in legacy solutions, and the critical importance of reviewing high-dollar claims before they’re paid. He shares real-world results from AMPS’ innovative tools, highlighting ClaimInsight.If you’re evaluating vendors, worried about hidden inefficiencies, or just want to stay ahead of emerging trends in claims management, you'll learn what makes AMPS’ approach smarter, more accurate and why health plans should think twice before sticking with the status quo. This isn’t just another talk about cost containment — it’s a candid conversation about taking control, gaining visibility, and building smarter, more defensible payment integrity strategies.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

This episode of MillenniumLive explores how leading retail brands are moving "Beyond Segmentation" to cultivate deep, lasting customer relationships. We're thrilled to be joined by Lara Compton, SVP of Global Marketing at SheerID, whose insights are transforming how retail brands approach personalization and customer engagement. Drawing from a recent roundtable at the Transformational CMO Assembly, Lara delves into personalization strategies that drive new acquisitions, foster loyalty, and maximize Customer Lifetime Value (CLV). We'll discuss how brands are strategically orchestrating customer journeys with innovative, non-transactional initiatives. Discover the vital role of technology infrastructure and unique KPIs for measuring tangible impact on loyalty and CLV. Lara also addresses ethical considerations for data privacy while building trust and brand affinity. Tune in to gain insights for enduring growth in a truly customer-centric era. Thanks for listening to another episode of MillenniumLive, where we bring you exclusive conversations with the most forward-thinking leaders transforming the digital enterprise.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this special MillenniumLive episode, we’re joined by Lisa Cole of 2X to unpack one of the most important shifts happening in B2B marketing today—moving from a funnel-obsessed model to one built on pull, not push. Lisa introduces the concept of Brand Gravity, the centerpiece of her new book, and a compelling answer to the fatigue many marketing leaders feel in chasing leads that never convert. She explores how companies can create “digital mass” by investing in three pillars—content, credibility, and community—to attract modern buyers who are invisible in traditional funnels but very much in control. From debunking outdated lead-gen habits to sharing how top brands are building long-term momentum, this episode is a must-listen for CMOs who are ready to ditch the hamster wheel and embrace a smarter, stickier model of growth. Key Themes: Why the traditional B2B funnel is breaking down Brand Gravity and the power of digital mass The new growth stack: content, credibility, and community Shifting internal mindsets from chasing leads to attracting buyers Measuring long-term brand momentum in a short-term worldHosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In Episode 330, we dive deep into the world of blockchain security with Yev Broshevan, Co-Founder and Chief Business Development Officer at Hacken — a global leader in Web3 cybersecurity and auditing. From massive exploits like the $1.5B Bybit incident to the implosion of FTX, the decentralized world has witnessed some of the most high-profile security failures in digital history. Yev walks us through what really went wrong in these cases — and what must change to prevent history from repeating itself.We explore how today's most pressing cybersecurity threats in blockchain differ from traditional Web2 challenges like ransomware and data breaches, and what enterprises need to understand before venturing into decentralized technologies. Yev also sheds light on the underground world of Web3 attackers — from lone actors to sophisticated nation-state groups like Lazarus — and breaks down how new regulations like MiCA and DORA could reshape the future of crypto compliance, risk management, and trust. If your organization is building in Web3 or just starting to explore blockchain, this episode is essential listening.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

We recently caught up with Jason Averbook, Senior Partner at Mercer, and a leading analyst, thought leader and consultant in the area of human resources, the future of work and the impact technology has on that future. As artificial intelligence continues to reshape every facet of the enterprise, Jason shares how AI is revolutionizing HR practices, from streamlining data processes to driving better workforce planning. We dive into some exciting AI innovations transforming HR today and explore how leaders can use AI to identify and develop critical employee skills, foster agility, and build a more capable workforce now, and for the years to come. Jason also provides transparency with integrating AI into people practices, including strategies that will have a big impact on the enterprise.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this episode of Millennium Live, we’re joined by Nick Toman, Chief Product and Transformation Officer at SBI, The Growth Advisory. With five acquisitions in just two years—including a cutting-edge AI technology asset—SBI is making bold, strategic moves. We dive into what's behind this accelerated pace of expansion and how it aligns with SBI’s ambitious new market positioning. Nick also breaks down the four key dependencies every CEO should be focused on for growth: talent, customer journey, revenue, and new technology. How are clients responding to SBI’s transformation? What can other leaders learn from this approach? Tune in to this episode of the MillenniumLive Podcast to hear Nick’s insights on the future of growth advisory and what it takes to lead meaningful change in today’s evolving market.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this episode of Millennium Live, we sit down with Dr. Tom Milam, Chief Medical Officer at Iris Telehealth to explore how on-demand telepsychiatry is transforming emergency departments and inpatient care, addressing mental health crises with innovative digital solutions. Tom dives into how virtual mental health care—particularly telepsychiatry—is disrupting that status quo, offering timely psychiatric evaluations, reducing unnecessary inpatient admissions, and improving outcomes for both patients and healthcare systems. Tom also discusses the challenges and breakthroughs in implementing telepsychiatry in emergency settings, its integration with hospital EHRs, its role in reducing healthcare disparities, and the promising future ahead with greater innovation such as AI.Whether you're a healthcare leader, clinician, or innovator, this conversation offers vital insights into the digital in-roads redefining mental health care—right where it’s most urgently needed.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this episode of Millennium Live, we welcome back Will LaForest, Chief Technology Officer at Confluent, to discuss the latest innovations in real-time data streaming and the evolution of Confluent’s platform. Will shares how Confluent has grown far beyond its Apache Kafka roots into a complete Data Streaming Platform (DSP) that’s now trusted by thousands of customers—including 40% of the Fortune 500. We dive into how this platform acts as the "central nervous system" for organizations, powered by Kafka, Flink, Tableflow, and Govern. We explore the major challenges enterprises face with fragmented data, the divide between operational and analytical systems, and how Confluent helps customers “shift left” by reimagining data architecture using proven principles from security and DevOps. Tune in for a another great episode with Confluent, and dive into the future of data in motion—and why it's just getting started.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

This week on Millennium Live, we’re joined by Shobhit Varshney, Vice President, Senior Partner, and Head of Data & AI at IBM Consulting. With decades of experience helping enterprises unlock the power of data, Shobhit shares what sets IBM apart in the AI space—and how organizations can move beyond pilots to real, scalable impact. Shobhit discusses the warp-speed evolution of AI and what it means for business, building trust and driving cultural change for AI adoption and his own personal journey and strategies for staying ahead in AI.Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.