Thinking Differently to Innovate

The Tech Trek

In this episode, Amir Bormand interviews Peter Maynard, Chief Data and Analytics Officer at Guardian Life, discussing innovative thinking in the age of AI. Peter shares insights into how Guardian Life, a 160-year-old insurance company, leverages AI and data products to improve consumer and group business services. The conversation delves into the challenges and strategies of integrating new technologies into established processes, the importance of lifelong learning, and the balance between technical understanding and business value. Peter also emphasizes the role of trust, leadership, and creating space for innovation within teams to drive organizational transformation.

Highlights:

03:13 Embracing Change and Innovation in a Legacy Company

03:36 The Impact of ChatGPT and Continuous Learning

07:06 Navigating the Complexities of AI and Leadership

22:08 Fostering a Culture of Innovation and Learning

Guest:

Dr. Peter Maynard is the Chief Data and Analytics Officer at Guardian Life, a position he has held since 2022. He previously worked at Equifax, where he served as Senior VP of USIS Data and Analytics. Before joining Equifax in 2013 as SVP of Enterprise Analytics, Maynard spent over a decade at Capital One as a Model Risk Officer and VP of Global Financial Services. He was an Outcomes Analyst at Heritage Information Systems earlier in his career. Dr. Maynard holds a BS in Economics from the University of Rhode Island and a Master's Degree and PhD in Economics from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-maynard-0b4b17/

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