Some folks have heard me use the generic term, “AI Czar”, as in an individual designated as the point of contact for knowledge, strategy & guidance around the use of artificial intelligence within a municipal entity.
Well, many organizations are taking this to a leadership level with a CxO title: The “Chief AI Officer”.
A quote for Jared Spataro, Microsoft’s Corporate VP of Modern Work & Business Applications:
In the midst of the #AI boom, a new leadership role is emerging: the rise of senior executives devoted to AI. This piece from The New York Times showcases Mayo Clinic‘s pioneering decision to appoint a Chief AI Officer, Dr. Bhavik Patel. Leading groundbreaking AI initiatives at Mayo Clinic, Patel is spearheading efforts to revolutionize healthcare. This move mirrors a trend seen across various sectors, with companies like Florida Blue and Accenture also appointing executives to spearhead AI endeavors.
From hospitals to law firms, the rise of #AILeadership positions signals a new era of innovation. As industries race to the potential of AI, executive roles such as Patel’s become crucial in navigating the transformative power of this technology. Dive into the full article to explore how companies worldwide are embracing AI leadership to shape the future of their respective industries.
Read the New York Times article Jared is referencing here:
- Hottest Job in Corporate America? The Executive in Charge of A.I.
Many feared that artificial intelligence would kill jobs. But hospitals, insurance companies and others are creating roles to navigate and harness the disruptive technology.
https://www.nytimes.com/2024/01/29/technology/us-jobs-ai-chatgpt-tech.html
(https://archive.ph/FCHZ2)
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