Swathi Young is a formidable force in the technology industry. An adept leader with over 20 years of experience across organizations such as Amtrak, Sungard, GE, and Oracle, she is also a crusader on the forefront of change with regards to machine learning, AI and emerging technologies.

The conversation delves into real-world use cases in healthcare, fintech, professional services, and public sector, illustrating the profound impact of AI on operational efficiency, cost reduction, and strategic planning.

We discuss challenges such as data privacy, security, and the complexities of implementing generative AI in enterprise environments. Swathi also shares her passion project with the United Nations, leveraging AI to drive sustainability and solve global challenges. Through this in-depth discussion, listeners gain actionable insights into adopting AI responsibly to innovate and thrive in an evolving technological landscape.

👉 In this episode

(00:00) Introduction to AI and Human Creativity

(01:04) Introducing Today's Guest: Swathi Young

(02:09) The Future of AI and ML in the Next Five Years

(03:25) Consumer and Enterprise Adoption of AI

(04:10) Public Sector Adoption of AI

(04:44) Disruption in Workflows and Industries

(07:23) Swathi Young's Background and Journey

(09:50) Early AI and ML Projects

(15:42) The Importance of Domain Knowledge in AI

(20:40) Human-in-the-Loop AI Systems

(21:33) Generative AI Use Cases: Legal and IT Help Desk

(34:03) Challenges in Real-Time AI Implementations

(36:04) Building Smart AI Solutions

(38:04) Building Custom Solutions with Cloud and Generative AI

(39:21) Data Management: Structured vs. Unstructured Data

(43:48) Cost Considerations for AI Implementation

(51:44) Challenges in AI Implementation: A Real-World Use Case

(55:44) AI in Public Sector and Sustainability

(01:08:41) United Nations and AI for Sustainability

(01:12:35) Conclusion and Final Thoughts

🌎Reach out to Swatchi Young

YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK8s69t8fdrR6a-h78yZKqw
LinkedIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/swathiyoung

🌎Reach out to Seema Ponda Alexander

Virgent AI https:www.virgent.ai

Disruptive CEO Advisory https://www.disruptive.ceo/

LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seemaalexander

IG: https://www.instagram.com/seemaalexander/?hl=en

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🎤 Production Studio: Legacy Sessions (Adams Morgan, DC)

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