This will be the finale show before we move Preparing for Robots to a podcast series. On this weeks show we are going to summarize the first 12 shows, examine lessons learned and look at trends of the future. Listeners will consider how these issues from the last 12 weeks will impact them as leaders, professionals and employees within the larger system. Dave will offer many calls to action as we continue to try and make people aware of the huge changes coming our way and what to do about it.

The power of digital dopamine is today's episode where we will look at the impacts of all things Digital on the body mind and spirit. How is this vast amount of overwhelming data ans innovation actually hurting us, impacting the physiological state of people whether they are at work or at play...whether they are dating or single. Karen Webster is our special guest today who draws upon 25 years of corporate experience as well as her own entrepreneurship where she has started several businesses focused on health and well-being. This is going to be a great episode solely focused on the human experience

Everyone professional is a Digital Risk Manager when it comes to breaches and with criminals looking to make a profit on data, every business is vulnerable. On this show we will hear from our expert on what organizations need to be addressing, now. Data breaches from the outside (and inside) are creating all types of losses: data, money, jobs and even organizations…no amount of insurance will cover the potentially crushing blow from not protecting the business. Whether you lead an organization or have influence, work in business, the Government sector or Higher Education, our guest will help us motivate and take action. Tiina Rodrigue is transitioning into the role of Director, Technology and Cybersecurity Services at MAXIMUS Federal (MFIT). Previously, Tiina Rodrigue was the Senior Advisor-Cybersecurity, for FSA at Education (ED) for institutions of higher education (IHEs). She has also been a CTO and a CTSO.

There seem to be as many different definitions of Artificial Intelligence as there are experts. So, how do you define AI and why should businesses, leaders and professionals care? Is this all just a bunch of hype? Many have read that AI is going to radically disrupt the economy and push people out of jobs…is that true? Will the warnings from many top business leaders like Elon Musk or Bill Gates be actualized? We will talk to one of the most premiere experts on the planet, J.T. Kostman, to find out the answer to these questions and more as he gives us a look into the future. JT has hunted terrorists for U.S. Intelligence Agencies, tracked criminal networks for the FBI, advised on analytic strategies for the Department of Defense and much more. He simplifies this subject with a fun, dynamic style that is grounded in a deep understanding of the subject matter…with proven experience at the highest levels.

As the United States approaches a critical mid-term election, one has to consider the larger impact of digital technology and social media on politics. What information people are fed, from whom and how often can make a difference in the outcome of elections…now at every level. Furthermore, small to larger businesses of all kinds, whether involved with politics or not, are being massively disrupted with technology. The small business owner is often having trouble keeping up…and might now get swallowed up. Our guest, Kris Hart, once ran for Congress and he has been a successful small business owner for over a decade. He has experience first hand of seeing what social media can do to political races and his background with small business ventures has motivated him to talk about these very digital issues for some time.

What is the Future of Work? This is something every business leader and professional is considering. When 6% of jobs will be gone in 2020 and 38%-50% of jobs may be gone by 2030, people want to know what to consider now. We will look at the industries that impacted first and which ones will be next and thereafter. Additionally, we will examine what technical tools can be used to engage the workforce of the future. Will robots take over part of our workforce and what do leaders need to do in order to set their employees up for success? Anne Loehr will help us also look at how we balance the human aspect with the technical aspect when creating leaders. Her experience and end goal is to help organizations retain their top talent and not only survive, but thrive. She has worked with diverse organizations such as AstraZeneca, Merrill Lynch, American Red Cross, Coca-Cola and Williams-Sonoma.

The Insurance, Investment and Retail Industries have been a part of the digital movement and have deployed resources to stay ahead of the game starting decades ago. Our guest will share his knowledge and historical context of where we were and are going in the insurance, investing and retail industries. We can hear what someone with decades of experiences wants business leaders, professionals and people to know, now. Robert Sherretta started his career on Wall Street more than thirty years ago as an analyst for the FINANCIAL ANALYSTS FEDERATION and worked as a Registered Investment Advisor and an international research director for several of the world's largest banking and investment institutions. Robert also launched the television program, INTERNATIONAL INVESTOR, which examines Global Economic Development. He is a Board Director of the NATIONAL ECONOMISTS CLUB and several other profit and non-profit organizations.

Our guest was at the epicenter of the event on 9/11/2001 doing his part in the bunker for the White House while the attacks were happening. In this episode we hear his firsthand account of the ordeal, what he learned, the idea of freedom vs safety, the role of the Patriot Act and more. We also are reminded that it is the heart of humans that triumphed that day and the minute by minute account is riveting. In 2007, Lt. Col. Darling retired from the U.S. Marine Corps with over twenty years of active duty service. He flew attack helicopters in the first Gulf War, and in Somalia, Africa, in support of Operation Restore Hope. In June 1998, he was selected to fly as a presidential pilot with Marine Helicopter Squadron One and in October 2000, was handpicked to work for the White House, Airlift Operations Department. He supported the President, Vice President and National Security Advisor inside the President's Emergency Operations Center (PEOC) on September 11, 2001.

Everyone professional is a Digital Risk Manager when it comes to breaches and with criminals looking to make a profit on data, every business is vulnerable. On this show we will hear from our expert on what organizations need to be addressing, now. Data breaches from the outside (and inside) are creating all types of losses: data, money, jobs and even organizations…no amount of insurance will cover the potentially crushing blow from not protecting the business. Whether you lead an organization or have influence, work in business, the Government sector or Higher Education, our guest will help us motivate and take action. Tiina Rodrigue is transitioning into the role of Director, Technology and Cybersecurity Services at MAXIMUS Federal (MFIT). Previously, Tiina Rodrigue was the Senior Advisor-Cybersecurity, for FSA at Education (ED) for institutions of higher education (IHEs). She has also been a CTO and a CTSO.

The current buzz words, robotics, AI, block Chain, Virtual Reality are all colliding at the same time and this is going to shake up business at every level. In this episode we will look at what is really happening with self-driving cars, how far along the technology is and how soon this innovation will shake up every aspect of our economy. We will then shift to our guest’s other expertise and discuss the digital impact on healthcare...what does this mean for businesses and professionals. We will examine how these new changes will impact the type of care we get and how businesses who have to offer health care will respond? Our guest Dan Wasserman is the founder and CEO of Mammoth Health Innovation Inc. He built the first business dedicated to competitive intelligence. Dan will also help shed light on what employees will do when the technology is so advanced that government is mostly focused on innovation.

With the impact of the Digital Revolution impacting every area of business, Human Resource Department, leaders and professionals need to be ready. What is critical with HR in this digital world! In this episode we will examine the challenges that HR professionals are facing now and into the future. We will look at why companies need to consider treating employees as customers, not just “human robots.” We will look at how companies can create more purpose driven cultures and work which will also attract more job seekers. Looking at ways HR departments and organizations will need to think about the future with respect to talent and retention also cannot be overlooked. Enrique is an HR and Tech Evangelist and founder of Hacking HR Forum. He came to the United States from Venezuela as a Fulbright Scholar. Prior to coming to the US, Enrique was the CEO at Management Consultants, a firmed specialized in Human Resources…he has a lot of great information for us all to hear about!

The Digital Impact on the Financial Services Industry and role of cybersecurity is something business leaders and professionals need to consider in any industry…it’s our money! In this episode we will look at the role of Artificial Intelligence and it’s impact on the Financial Services and how AI is transforming Cybersecurity. Obviously the changes heading our way will impact jobs, something that every industry will be impacted by in some way. Our expert guest, Ryan Bateman, will help us look at these issues and the skillsets that will be required for professionals and leaders to succeed in the future. Ryan is the director of technology for a very successful Washington, DC based investment adviser that provides public equity and private market investment strategies to its clients. He oversees all matters relating to cybersecurity, data management, and technology.

There seem to be as many different definitions of Artificial Intelligence as there are experts. So, how do you define AI and why should businesses, leaders and professionals care? Is this all just a bunch of hype? Many have read that AI is going to radically disrupt the economy and push people out of jobs…is that true? Will the warnings from many top business leaders like Elon Musk or Bill Gates be actualized? We will talk to one of the most premiere experts on the planet, J.T. Kostman, to find out the answer to these questions and more as he gives us a look into the future. JT has hunted terrorists for U.S. Intelligence Agencies, tracked criminal networks for the FBI, advised on analytic strategies for the Department of Defense and much more. He simplifies this subject with a fun, dynamic style that is grounded in a deep understanding of the subject matter…with proven experience at the highest levels.