Jay Persaud - Navigating the Growing AI Landscape with EY's Global Emerging Technology Ecosystem Leader

We had an absolute blast chatting with the incredible Marge Jackson, Senior Vice President - Head of Sales at Comcast. If you don't know Marge yet, get ready to be inspired! She's a powerhouse of leadership and team building, and her journey is nothing short of amazing. In this month's episode, Marge unveils the magic of crafting a compelling personal brand, the power of sisterhood and mentorship, leveraging your uniqueness to elevate your team, and mastering successful leadership while building a solid foundation. Trust us, you won't want to miss this! It's packed with golden nuggets of wisdom, laughter, and a whole lot of inspiration

Join hosts Ricki Lang and Danielle Senour on "Level Up" as they delve into the world of AI with EY's Global Emerging Technology Ecosystem Leader, Jay Persaud. In a thought-provoking session, Jay shares his journey in innovation and offers practical advice for integrating AI into businesses and daily life. He also provides actionable strategies for future tech and media leaders to build effective teams in today's rapid tech evolution. Tune in to this episode for insights that could propel your career to new heights.

Join us on the latest episode of the Level Up Podcast, where we empower and educate the WICT community. Hosted by Danielle and Ricki, this episode features the inspiring Dr. Marina Field, a renowned career coach, educator, and change management expert in the workplace. Dr Field discusses her journey and passion for career coaching, success strategies for mid-career and senior-level professionals, tips on finding the right mentor, and how to blend academic and professional experiences to stand out in the job search.

We are thrilled to bring Yvette Kanouff to the Level Up Podcast. Yvette is an Emmy award winning technologist and leader, industry pioneer, mathematician, patent holder, venture partner, and a champion for diversity and innovation. Yvette's lifelong journey is inspirational, and she continues to make her mark through ground-breaking innovation and life-changing sponsorships. She was Cisco's Executive Sponsor for the Hispanic ERO and creator of its Multiplier Effect Minority Champion program which was endorsed by other companies like Twitter. Yvette is also the founder of the WICT/SCTE Tech Connect mentorship program, ultimately having a strong track record of championing opportunities for all.  Join us as we dive into her career journey, influence on Video on Demand (VOD), and experiences driving technology advancements at JC2 Ventures and beyond. 

We are excited to bring Fran Hauser to the Level Up podcast. Fran is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, former media executive, leading career expert, and champion of women in the workplace. She authored two books for professional women striving to create careers they love while staying true to themselves: The Myth of the Nice Girl and Embrace the Work, Love Your Career, which has become the go-to curriculum for women's affinity groups nationwide. Fran is a former Fortune 500 executive, a start-up investor, and recently launched the Bookbound Accelerator. Fran's insights have appeared in media outlets such as Fortune, CNBC, Fast Company, and Business Insider. Join us in this inspiring episode as we break down the steps to make strategic moves forward and fall back in love your career.

In the first-ever episode of our journey into the world of top leaders, we're privileged to have Zenita Henderson with us - a powerhouse driving the telecommunications and fiber industry into the future. Zenita reveals her unique path leading to her current C-suite position, her predictions for the future of telecommunications and fiber industry, and shares valuable tips on crafting a professional brand that truly captures your essence and capabilities to propel your career forward. She'll let us into her tried and tested strategies for breaking glass ceilings and getting noticed in your industry - from your first job to the boardroom. Get comfortable and get ready to take notes because this episode is a masterclass in career growth, personal branding, and industry insights that you just can't miss. Tune in to learn, grow and transform with Zenita Henderson.