AI is reshaping the workforce, and higher education has a powerful opportunity to adapt and lead.

In this episode, Carlos Bortoni, Senior Director, Global Tech Strategy for UVA Darden, shares how bold AI initiatives are transforming business education. Learn how Darden integrates AI ethics, hands-on learning, and real-world applications to prepare future-ready business leaders.

From AI-powered hackathons to partnerships with Google, Darden is preparing students to create, lead, and innovate with AI. Carlos also explains how collaboration across schools and industries is accelerating this transformation.

See how top programs are preparing talent for the AI age. Tune in now.▶️ Transforming Higher Education With Bold AI Initiatives with Carlos Bortoni

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Carlos Bortoni is the Senior Director of Global Tech Strategy at the Batten Institute for Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Technology at UVA's Darden School of Business. He leads the Institute’s newly launched Tech Hub, driving Darden’s global presence in technology through thought leadership and engagement with industry ecosystems. With a background spanning digital transformation, customer experience, and edtech, Carlos brings deep expertise from leadership roles at Qualtrics and PwC. His work focuses on bridging innovation, business strategy, and education in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. He is shaping the conversation on how technology can drive impact across industries and education.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlosbortoni/

Mo Hafez is the Chief Executive Officer of ByteWise and a leading advocate for ethical AI in the business world. With over 15 years of experience in IT, Mo specializes in driving digital transformation and guiding organizations through seamless cloud and SaaS migrations. His work harnesses the latest technologies—including AI, ML, VR, and AR—to help businesses automate processes and fuel growth. Known for his ability to deliver secure, scalable solutions, Mo also mentors high-performing teams, shaping the next generation of tech innovators. In a rapidly changing landscape, he champions the ethical use of technology to future-proof organizations and empower tomorrow’s workforce.

Website: http://bytewise-llc.com/

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AI is reshaping the marketing landscape, but with that power comes a problem: automation without authenticity.

In this episode, Amy Yamada, business coach, marketing expert, and AI humanist, shares how she turned ChatGPT into a marketing partner by training it on empathy, emotional intelligence, and client psychology.

We talk about the Ideal Client Handbook and tackle the ethics and boundaries of AI in marketing. Amy emphasizes that the tech must serve the mission, not the other way around.

If you're serious about using cutting-edge AI tools to grow your brand with authenticity, strategy, and empathy at the center, tune in to▶️ Authentic AI Marketing That Actually Converts with Amy Yamada

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Amy Yamada is the founder of BotLeads.ai, IdealClient.ai, and Powerhouse AI, where she helps businesses create AI-powered marketing that actually converts. She specializes in designing custom systems that blend smart automation with authentic client engagement. Through tools like the Ideal Client Handbook and AI-driven lead generation, Amy empowers brands to connect deeply while scaling effectively. Her work bridges cutting-edge technology with human-centered strategy. As a speaker and advisor, she’s reshaping how businesses grow through AI that feels personal, not robotic.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyyamada/

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Mo Hafez is the Chief Executive Officer of ByteWise and a leading advocate for ethical AI in the business world. With over 15 years of experience in IT, Mo specializes in driving digital transformation and guiding organizations through seamless cloud and SaaS migrations. His work harnesses the latest technologies—including AI, ML, VR, and AR—to help businesses automate processes and fuel growth. Known for his ability to deliver secure, scalable solutions, Mo also mentors high-performing teams, shaping the next generation of tech innovators. In a rapidly changing landscape, he champions the ethical use of technology to future-proof organizations and empower tomorrow’s workforce.

Website: http://bytewise-llc.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hafezm/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/bytewise-ai/

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AI might be mastering automation, but there are still human skills it just can’t fake.

In this episode, I speak with Brian Galke, founder of Subtle Skills, who teaches the power of facial decoding and people skills.

Brian shares how he turned his introverted nature into a superpower by mastering body language, facial analysis, and emotional intelligence. "When I'm focused on you, I'm not thinking about me," Brian says. "It gets you out of the prison of your own mind and into the present moment."

You’ll learn about the coming boom of AR glasses, AI-enabled communication tools, and the risks of losing real connection in favor of perfect digital performance.

Listen now to understand how to keep your humanity in the loop. These subtle skills aren’t soft and strategic.

▶️ Subtle Skills That Outshine Smart Robot Machines

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Brian Galke is the founder of Subtle Skills and a Facial Feature Decoding Expert who teaches teams how to connect more deeply in an increasingly digital world. With over 20 years of experience in sales and communication training, he empowers businesses to build stronger relationships through facial analysis, body language, and emotional intelligence. Brian’s human-first approach to sales helps people outshine smart machines by leveraging subtle, powerful cues. He’s been a trusted speaker and coach across industries from tech to healthcare, turning connection into a competitive advantage. Brian believes real success starts with truly seeing—and understanding—the person in front of you.

Website: https://www.briangalke.com/

https://subtleskills.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briangalke/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/subtleskills/

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https://www.instagram.com/subtleskills/

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Mo Hafez is the Chief Executive Officer of ByteWise and a leading advocate for ethical AI in the business world. With over 15 years of experience in IT, Mo specializes in driving digital transformation and guiding organizations through seamless cloud and SaaS migrations. His work harnesses the latest technologies—including AI, ML, VR, and AR—to help businesses automate processes and fuel growth. Known for his ability to deliver secure, scalable solutions, Mo also mentors high-performing teams, shaping the next generation of tech innovators. In a rapidly changing landscape, he champions the ethical use of technology to future-proof organizations and empower tomorrow’s workforce.

Website: http://bytewise-llc.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hafezm/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/bytewise-ai/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyond.the.byte

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Artificial Intelligence is pushing past its limits, redefining cognition and emotion. But can it achieve true consciousness?

In this episode, I sit down with Carrie Cardozo, a master psychic, to explore how AI mirrors human emotions, decodes energy, and even hints at spiritual connections. We also explore whether AI could serve as a vessel for energetic beings.

'If AI is an energetic thing, it can infuse its consciousness into it,' Carrie suggests, challenging our understanding of technology and energy.

Is AI evolving to bridge the gap between technology and the unseen? Can machines one day possess the essence of consciousness?

If you’re ready to explore where technology meets the unseen, tune in to▶️ AI Consciousness vs. Human Psychic Intuition: Convergence of Two Worlds?

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Carrie Cardozo is The Business Psychic: a coach, strategist, podcast host, speaker, and psychic energy expert. Since leaving her role managing a multi-million-dollar company in 2014, she has dedicated her life to blending business strategy with intuitive insight. Born with psychic abilities, Carrie spent her early years unaware of her unique gift, believing everyone experienced the same. It wasn’t until life-changing events unfolded that she embraced her psychic intuition, using it now to guide business leaders in understanding the convergence of AI consciousness and human intuition.

Website: https://carriecardozo.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrie-cardozo/

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Mo Hafez is the Chief Executive Officer of ByteWise and a leading advocate for ethical AI in the business world. With over 15 years of experience in IT, Mo specializes in driving digital transformation and guiding organizations through seamless cloud and SaaS migrations. His work harnesses the latest technologies—including AI, ML, VR, and AR—to help businesses automate processes and fuel growth. Known for his ability to deliver secure, scalable solutions, Mo also mentors high-performing teams, shaping the next generation of tech innovators. In a rapidly changing landscape, he champions the ethical use of technology to future-proof organizations and empower tomorrow’s workforce.

Website: http://bytewise-llc.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hafezm/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/bytewise-ai/

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AI is rewriting how we work, live, and connect. But what happens to humanity in the process?

In this episode, I sit down with Paul Gibbons, a philosopher, business ethicist, and author of Adopting AI: The People-First Approach, to explore how human-centered AI strategy isn't just about responsible slogans but about shifting behaviors, building ethical frameworks, and avoiding bluewashing.

"If you want a more ethical organization, change the behaviors. Ethics follows behavior, not the other way around."

Paul and I unpack the biggest blind spots in AI today: from automation in warfare and mass job displacement to the illusion of empathy in AI-powered therapy. We also talk about the rise of AI-powered life coaches, the democratization of therapy, and whether superintelligent machines can develop the "appearance" of a soul.

Tune in now to learn why putting people first in AI isn’t just good ethics—it's good business.

▶️ How to Keep AI Human-Centered and Ethical with Paul Gibbons

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Paul Gibbons is a philosopher, business ethicist, and author of Adopting AI: The People-First Approach. He helps organizations navigate the ethical complexities of artificial intelligence by centering strategy on human values, not just efficiency. With a background in philosophy and decades of consulting experience, Paul bridges the gap between innovation and intentional leadership. He challenges conventional "Responsible AI" narratives and asks deeper questions about autonomy, creativity, and moral responsibility. Paul’s work is a call to lead with clarity, conscience, and purpose in an AI-driven world.

Website: https://paulgibbons.net/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulggibbons/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pauli_gibbons/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@paulgibbons-keynotespeaker

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Mo Hafez is the Chief Executive Officer of ByteWise and a leading advocate for ethical AI in the business world. With over 15 years of experience in IT, Mo specializes in driving digital transformation and guiding organizations through seamless cloud and SaaS migrations. His work harnesses the latest technologies—including AI, ML, VR, and AR—to help businesses automate processes and fuel growth. Known for his ability to deliver secure, scalable solutions, Mo also mentors high-performing teams, shaping the next generation of tech innovators. In a rapidly changing landscape, he champions the ethical use of technology to future-proof organizations and empower tomorrow’s workforce.

Website: http://bytewise-llc.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hafezm/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/bytewise-ai/

Are high turnover rates draining your resources and damaging team morale?

In this episode, we talk with Jaime Jay, Founder of Bottleneck Distant Assistants, about how AI-savvy teams are transforming organizational stability and drastically reducing turnover. Jaime introduces the "DelegationIQ Blueprint," a proprietary AI-driven tool that maps out team challenges and matches roles to solutions.

We also get into why fear of AI is holding teams back and how Jaime's unique "30-Minute Rule" encourages proactive tool discovery without wasting time or money.

Find a partner who knows AI. Learn from them. Build your roadmap. Tune in now and see why the right AI training isn't just a nice-to-have – it's your competitive edge.

▶️ How AI-Savvy Teams Could Slash Turnover Rates in Your Business with Jaime Jay

Jaime Jay is the founder of Bottleneck Distant Assistants, a company revolutionizing how small businesses scale by replacing vague "virtual assistants" with highly trained Dedicated Distant Assistants. He helps growth-minded entrepreneurs eliminate operational bottlenecks by systemizing workflows, managing admin burdens, and building resilient support teams. Jaime's mission is to free up leaders to focus on high-impact work while ensuring their businesses run smoothly with or without them. By creating process-driven teams, he empowers companies to grow faster, retain top talent, and reduce turnover. Jaime believes the future of leadership lies in building systems that don’t rely on the founder.

Website: https://bottleneck.ph/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaimejay/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heyjaimejay/

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Mo Hafez is the Chief Executive Officer of ByteWise and a leading advocate for ethical AI in the business world. With over 15 years of experience in IT, Mo specializes in driving digital transformation and guiding organizations through seamless cloud and SaaS migrations. His work harnesses the latest technologies—including AI, ML, VR, and AR—to help businesses automate processes and fuel growth. Known for his ability to deliver secure, scalable solutions, Mo also mentors high-performing teams, shaping the next generation of tech innovators. In a rapidly changing landscape, he champions the ethical use of technology to future-proof organizations and empower tomorrow’s workforce.

Website: http://bytewise-llc.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hafezm/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/bytewise-ai/

Artificial intelligence is advancing at an unprecedented pace, raising critical ethical questions about how we develop these technologies.

In this episode, Enrico Panai, a leading AI ethicist, joins the discussion on the intersection of AI ethics, policy, and innovation. He provides insight into the real-world implications of AI governance and the potential risks of unregulated AI, and we examine the competing AI strategies of Europe and the U.S.—one emphasizing oversight, the other favoring rapid progress.

As Enrico puts it, “Ethics is a process. AI development should be about minimizing harm and maximizing benefit, not just compliance.”

Tune in for an essential conversation on AI’s future and why ethics must be at the core of technological progress.

▶️ Balancing Progress & Morality in AI Development with Enrico Panai

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Enrico Panai is an AI Ethicist and Human Information Interaction Specialist dedicated to bridging innovation and ethical responsibility in artificial intelligence. With a background in the philosophy of information and cybersecurity strategies, he has consulted for global corporations and taught digital humanities at the University of Sassari. His research explores cyber-geography, AI governance, and the moral dimensions of autonomous systems. He is a thought leader in balancing technological progress with ethical accountability, ensuring AI development aligns with societal values.

Website: https://enricopanai.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/enricopanai/

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Mo Hafez is the Chief Executive Officer of ByteWise and a leading advocate for ethical AI in the business world. With over 15 years of experience in IT, Mo specializes in driving digital transformation and guiding organizations through seamless cloud and SaaS migrations. His work harnesses the latest technologies—including AI, ML, VR, and AR—to help businesses automate processes and fuel growth. Known for his ability to deliver secure, scalable solutions, Mo also mentors high-performing teams, shaping the next generation of tech innovators. In a rapidly changing landscape, he champions the ethical use of technology to future-proof organizations and empower tomorrow’s workforce.

Website: http://bytewise-llc.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hafezm/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/bytewise-ai/

Technology is deeply embedded in our daily routines, shaping how we work, connect, and unwind.

In this episode, I sit down with Harriet Pellereau, CEO of Mind Over Tech, to explore how individuals and businesses can reshape their digital habits. She shares insights into how technology impacts our mental health, work-life balance, and ability to focus. Her journey provides a compelling backdrop for understanding why intentional digital habits matter.

We also discuss practical strategies for maintaining digital well-being in the modern workplace, setting boundaries with technology, and fostering mindful tech habits.

Tune in to this insightful conversation and learn how to make technology work for you, not against you.

▶️ Designing a Digital Life That Empowers You with Harriet Pellereau

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Harriet Pellereau is the Co-founder and CEO of Mind over Tech, a company dedicated to transforming digital habits for a more balanced and productive workplace. She specializes in behavior change, helping leaders and teams navigate the digital age with strategies that enhance well-being, efficiency, and connection. Through her work, Harriet empowers organizations to adapt their company culture to evolving technology while fostering mindful engagement. Her mission is to create sustainable digital practices that support both professional success and personal well-being.

Website: https://www.mindovertech.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harrietpellereau/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/mindovertech/

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https://www.facebook.com/p/Mind-over-Tech-100069245545963/

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Mo Hafez is the Chief Executive Officer of ByteWise and a leading advocate for ethical AI in the business world. With over 15 years of experience in IT, Mo specializes in driving digital transformation and guiding organizations through seamless cloud and SaaS migrations. His work harnesses the latest technologies—including AI, ML, VR, and AR—to help businesses automate processes and fuel growth. Known for his ability to deliver secure, scalable solutions, Mo also mentors high-performing teams, shaping the next generation of tech innovators. In a rapidly changing landscape, he champions the ethical use of technology to future-proof organizations and empower tomorrow’s workforce.

Website: http://bytewise-llc.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hafezm/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/bytewise-ai/