Best Land O Lakes Podcasts (2024)

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Land O’Lakes CTO Teddy Bekele on Leading a Data-Driven Cooperative with AI and Agile Fusion Teams 45:44

2d ago45:44

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To create stronger alignment between technology and business objectives, farm-to-fork cooperative Land O’Lakes is embracing Fusion Teams, which combine deep technical expertise with business insights to anticipate needs, innovate faster, and deliver more tailored solutions. In this episode of Technovation, host Peter High interviews Land O’Lakes CT…

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Celebrating cooperative power and potential 32:31

4h ago32:31

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Send us a text In this episode, we delve into the power and value of the cooperative model and how it benefits members and rural communities. We discuss why a certain tax policy that helps farmers and rural cooperatives operate is at risk. Hear from a family farmer, Walt Moore whose farm has been in his family for 112 years. And, Carl Dickinson, th…

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328. Anu’s Scott Massey on uniting technology + health, closing the gap on nutrition access 18:34

35m ago18:34

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The total healthcare spend relating to poor diet is quickly approaching $4 trillion annually according to the American Heart Association. This doesn't even include lost worker productivity. One of the key contributing factors to that is access to healthy foods. Scott Massey, founder and CEO of Anu, is an entrepreneur that unites the power of techno…

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The Corporate Life Cycle: Leadership, Valuation, and Reincarnation of Companies with NYU Stern Professor Aswath Damodaran 58:01

7h ago58:01

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919: NYU Stern Professor Aswath Damodaran explains in his latest book, The Corporate Life Cycle, that companies must adapt their strategies and leadership styles to match their stage in the corporate life cycle, whether it’s embracing visionary leaders to drive growth during startup phases or appointing pragmatic managers to steer the company throu…

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327. Beck's Hybrids' Bethany Gremel on defining company culture + its critical link to brand 22:57

16m ago22:57

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Company culture is often referred to in business books and board rooms, but is hard to define. Beck’s Hybrids’ Bethany Gremel, Director of Brand Experience and Culture, joins today to answer a few big questions: what is company culture? How do you define it for impact? Bethany gets into culture as a living organism that needs fed and its foundation…

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Bestselling Author Seth Godin on Strategy, Innovation, and Leadership from His Latest Book This is Strategy 38:46

5d ago38:46

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In his newest book, This is Strategy, renowned author and marketing thought leader Seth Godin provides a detailed framework for developing an effective strategy and challenges the way strategy is approached across industries. In this episode, Peter High sits down with Seth to explore the critical difference between strategy and tactics, offering pr…

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How PetSmart Uses AI and Microservices to Enhance the Digital Experience for Pet Parents 27:47

9d ago27:47

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The ways customers interact with retailers and other organizations have vastly changed in recent years, and the pet care industry is no different, leveraging technology to deliver personalized, efficient experiences for pet parents. In this episode of Technovation, Peter High interviews Greg Fancher, Executive Vice President of IT and Chief Informa…

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326. Southwest Airlines Renewable Ventures’ Anthony Gregory on growing + scaling the sustainable aviation fuel market 21:44

1h ago21:44

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About 1.6 million barrels per day of petroleum jet fuel were consumed in the United States in 2023. That number is expected to increase to nearly 2 million barrels daily by 2050. Southwest Airlines is taking a bold move, migrating away from petroleum to sustainable fuels. Anthony Gregory, COO of Southwest Airlines Renewable Ventures, joins today to…

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Keurig Dr Pepper's Digital Transformation: CIO John Gigerich on Value Chain Optimization, Direct-to-Consumer Channels, and Deeper Consumer Insights 38:27

12d ago38:27

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915: Consumer insights are the lifeblood of any company, enabling them to optimize product availability, personalize marketing, and enhance customer experiences through direct-to-consumer channels and loyalty programs. In this episode of Technovation, Peter High interviews John Gigerich, Chief Information Officer of Keurig Dr Pepper. John shares in…

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The Rise of AI in Cloud Computing: Mary D’Onofrio of Bessemer Venture Partners on Cloud Investment Strategies and Success Metrics 26:02

16d ago26:02

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914: The shift towards cloud computing has accelerated with the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), and venture capital firms like Bessemer Venture Partners have taken notice. In this episode of Technovation, host Peter High interviews Mary D’Onofrio, partner at Bessemer, who leads investments in cloud software and emerging technologies. Mary dis…

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325. Intelinair’s Tim Hassinger on agtech’s impact on net farm income + managing today for less turbulent times 20:44

10d ago20:44

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Corn prices hit a 4-year low in Q3, on the prospect of a record harvest. That data follows research and insights from USDA that expects net farm income to be down 25% year over year. One solution to this challenge is innovation. Tim Hassinger, CEO of Intelinair, joins today to share perspective on the market and innovation’s role in driving net far…

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Reynolds American’s Digital Transformation Towards Reduced-Risk Products 20:07

19d ago20:07

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913: In this episode of Technovation, host Peter High interviews Aaron Gwinner, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer of Reynolds American. Aaron discusses the company’s ambitious goal to reduce the health impact of its products by transitioning customers away from traditional cigarettes to lower-risk alternatives like vaping. He expl…

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Skyworks Solutions' AI and 5G Leadership: CIO Satya Jayadev on IT Transformation and Driving the Wireless Revolution 41:19

23d ago41:19

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912: The fusion of IT transformation and AI is revolutionizing how businesses leverage technology to drive growth and innovation. In this episode of Technovation, Peter High speaks with Satya Jayadev, CIO of Skyworks Solutions, a global leader in high-performance analog semiconductors that power the wireless revolution. Satya shares insights into h…

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324. Mitch Frazier recaps September, Corteva + Pairwise collaboration, NASDA and more 47:32

9d ago47:32

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Happy International Podcast Day! Mitch Frazier and Cayla Chiddister recap the agbiosciences in September and look ahead to upcoming events. Key takeaways include: - Artificial intelligence (AI) moving from hype to help + the recent conversation at AgriNovus' QUADRANT with Kristen Owen (Oppenheimer + Co.), Aaron Schacht (BiomEdit) and Brad Fruth (Be…

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323. Insignum AgTech’s Kyle Mohler on early disease detection in crops + the value of farmer feedback 16:51

19d ago16:51

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It’s estimated that disease could cost the global food system up to 20% of production and one scientist is turning to the plant itself to change that. Dr. Kyle Mohler joins us today to talk his recent win at the Rally In-Prize Pitch Competition, his work to detect disease in plants much earlier and the Insignum AgTech’s startup journey in 2024. Ins…

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Discover Financial's Innovation: CIO Jason Strle on FinTech, Risk Management, and AI-Driven Customer Experience 39:56

26d ago39:56

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911: In financial services, automation and AI are transforming risk management, streamlining compliance, and enhancing customer experiences for greater efficiency. In this episode of Technovation, Peter High interviews Jason Strle, Chief Information Officer of Discover Financial Services. Jason discusses Discover’s unique position as one of the fir…

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Moderna’s Post-COVID-19 Strategy: CIO Brad Miller AI, Innovation, and Digital Transformation in Biotech 30:44

30d ago30:44

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910: Biopharma companies have adapted their business and technology strategies to address the decreased demand for COVID-19 vaccines, shifting towards a more predictable, seasonal market. In this episode of Technovation, Peter High speaks with Brad Miller, Chief Information Officer of Moderna. Brad shares how Moderna is harnessing cutting-edge tech…

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Nannie Doss: The Giggling Granny 1:20:33

23d ago1:20:33

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Send us a text Nannie Doss was an American serial killer responsible for the deaths of 11 people between 1927 and 1954. She was also referred to as the Giggling Granny, the Lonely Hearts Killer, the Black Widow, and Lady Blue Beard. PLEASE download the episode before listening to help us achieve our sponsorship goals: Join our Facebook Group @ http…

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322. Land O’Lakes' Leah Anderson on the farmer perspective, emerging innovations and data as a differentiator to drive net farm income 24:43

27d ago24:43

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The cornerstone of the agbioscience economy is production agriculture. Without farmers, no amount of agtech, animal health, or plant science would ever be applicable to feed and fuel this world. Today we are joined by Leah Anderson, SVP of Land O’Lakes and president of WinField United, to talk about her drive and motivation to help the farmer – and…

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Real-Time Business: MIT’s Peter Weill on Unlocking Customer Experience and AI-Driven Enterprise Success 47:22

1M ago47:22

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909: According to MIT’s Center for Information Systems Research (CISR) Senior Research Scientist and Chairman Peter Weill, “real-time business” refers to an organization’s ability to make decisions, respond to customer needs, and manage operations instantly using up-to-date data and technology to drive efficiency and outcomes. In this episode of Te…

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Harnessing Leadership, Crisis Management, and AI: How Harry Folloder Drives Innovation at Alorica 32:49

1M ago32:49

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908: In the world of customer service, artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI (GenAI) are unlocking new possibilities to elevate the customer experience beyond what was once thought possible. In this episode of Technovation, host Peter High sits down with Harry Folloder, Chief Digital and Technology Officer at Alorica, to explore how the co…

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321. The Directions Group’s Mark Purdy on farmers of the future + their identified opportunities for innovation in agbioscience 22:23

30d ago22:23

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Innovation in agbioscience has never been more critical. In today’s tough economy, farmers are looking for new ways to generate margin and with geopolitical instability around the world, food’s stabilizing force around the world is taking center stage. Former Army Colonel and Executive Vice President of The Directions Group (Aimpoint Research) join…

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Exploring Cloud Economics and End-User Computing with Muneer Mirza, Director at AWS 36:35

1M ago36:35

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907: Enhancing the end-user experience is key to driving productivity, security, and scalability in today’s digital landscape. In this episode of Technovation, host Peter High speaks with Muneer Mirza, Director of End-User Computing at Amazon Web Services (AWS). Muneer shares his journey at Amazon, starting from his role in developing the company’s…

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Verizon's AI Strategy: Adopting and Scaling Generative AI in Customer Service with EVP Shankar Arumugavelu 33:04

2M ago33:04

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906: The combination of predictive AI and generative AI allows companies to not only anticipate customer behavior, but also deliver a more personalized experience. In this episode of Technovation, Peter High speaks with Shankar Arumugavelu, Executive Vice President and President of Verizon Global Services. Shankar shares his journey from Chief Info…

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Say cheese! From the farm to the food aisle, how we’re expanding new cheese offerings with our farmer owners. 27:18

1M ago27:18

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Send us a text Land O’Lakes is expanding! Into more cheese offerings. There’s a unique relationship between the farmers who own us, the cheese we produce and you ultimately buy at the grocery store. In this episode hear from Wisconsin farmer-owner Angie Feider and Dairy Foods Marketing Vice President Angela Pengelly. Check out Rootedintomorrow.com …

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320. Rumin8’s Dr. Lucas Huntimer on durability, sustainability + the decarbonization of 100 million cows by 2030 18:21

1M ago18:21

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Sustainability in agbioscience requires two key inputs: environment and economics. Today we are joined by Rumin8’s head of research and development, Dr. Lucas Huntimer, to talk economic durability, sustainability and how his team aims to decarbonize 100 million cows by 2030. Lucas dives into the challenge at hand – methane – and Rumin8’s differenti…

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How Graeme Thompson Drives AI-powered Data Management and Cloud-first Strategies at Informatica 30:28

2M ago30:28

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905: With Generative AI becoming prevalent across industries, proper data management is also becoming more important than ever. In this episode of Technovation, Peter High speaks with Graeme Thompson, the Chief Information Officer at Informatica, a leader in AI-powered cloud data management. With over eight years at the helm of Informatica’s IT, in…

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The CIA's CTO Nand Mulchandani on AI, National Security, and Silicon Valley's Role in the Future of Tech 45:18

2M ago45:18

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904: As technical surveillance, AI, and advanced technologies become increasingly ubiquitous, the CIA, as a human intelligence organization, must be equipped to address these challenges. Through public and private collaborations, the agency is integrating critical technologies essential for national security. In this episode of Technovation, host P…

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319. IEDC’s Salena Scardina on For the Bold, the customer experience + knowing when to automate vs. innovate 25:17

1M ago25:17

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Discover the journey of Salena Scardina, from her start at McDonald's Corporation to becoming the Chief Marketing Officer of the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, and her mission to redefine Indiana's global brand. In this episode of Agbioscience, Salena shares her insights on the customer experience, the power of understanding your audienc…

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How Experian Leverages AI and Data Platforms to Drive Financial Inclusion and Innovation 28:13

2M ago28:13

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903: Artificial Intelligence (AI) has had a transformative impact on the financial services industry by enhancing decision-making, personalizing customer experiences, and driving innovation. In this episode of Technovation, Peter High interviews Shri Santhanam, Executive Vice President and General Manager of Software Platforms and Artificial Intell…

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318. Mitch Frazier recaps the Rally Innovation Conference, talks Producer-Led Innovation Challenge and more 15:53

2M ago15:53

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AgriNovus CEO, Mitch Frazier, recaps August with highlights from the Rally Innovation Conference, the upcoming Producer-Led Innovation Challenge, Field Atlas hitting college campuses across Indiana and events coming up for you to join!By AgriNovus Indiana

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Leveraging AI to Transform Legal Services: Wilson Sonsini CIO Mike Lucas on Driving Innovation, Using ChatGPT, and Navigating Ethical Concerns 20:11

2M ago20:11

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902: AI is reshaping legal services by streamlining tasks and driving innovation, yet it also challenges firms to navigate complex ethical and security issues. In this episode of Technovation, Peter High interviews Mike Lucas, Chief Information Officer at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati. They discuss the integration of Artificial Intelligence in l…

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317. Toph Day on the Rally Innovation Conference + the disparate stakeholder driving creative collisions 22:41

2M ago22:41

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Venture capital has become synonymous with innovation. And one firm is turning to an event featuring world renowned artists, actors, athletes and innovators (plus a multi-million-dollar pitch competition) to drive new creative collisions. Toph Day, CEO of Elevate Ventures and mastermind of the Rally Innovation Conference, joins today to talk the st…

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