How Research Leaders Start Over with Stan Sthanunathan

“AI helps you understand what keeps people awake at night without human bias.” In this episode of MRII's Insights and Innovators podcast, host Niels Schillewaert, Head of Research at Conveo.ai, speaks with Stan Sthanunathan, CEO of i-Genie.AI. Stan shares his journey from corporate roles at Unilever and Coca-Cola to co-founding his AI-driven insights company. The discussion covers reinventing oneself, the evolving role of AI in the insights industry, and valuable advice for early to mid-career professionals and leaders on leveraging AI while maintaining human-centricity. Tune in for a candid conversation on the future of insights and leadership.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

00:47 Meet Stan Sthanunathan: A Career Overview

02:06 The Pivot to Entrepreneurship

03:34 Challenges of Starting a New Company

05:33 The Role of AI in Insights

10:27 AI's Impact and Limitations

21:45 Skills for Thriving in the AI Era

25:28 Advice for Leaders on AI Integration

28:01 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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