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AI isn’t coming. It’s already here, and it’s time leaders treated it that way.

In this episode, Denis Gianoutsos tackles a pressing and provocative question: Who owns AI in your organization?

Denis makes it clear. AI is no longer just an IT initiative or tech experiment. It’s a leadership issue. And passing it around like a hot potato won’t cut it anymore.

He breaks down the real risks of fragmented ownership and challenges boards, CEOs, and executive teams to take accountability for AI’s strategic role across every part of the business. From ethics and risk to culture, performance, and customer experience, AI deserves a seat at the leadership table.

If your team is overwhelmed by the speed of change or stuck waiting for someone else to figure it out, this episode is the wake-up call you need.

Tune in now.

The Leadership Imperative of AI

Why AI is not just a technology issue, it’s a leadership issue
The risks of avoiding ownership and waiting too long
How AI connects to strategy, people, and performance

6 Critical Questions to Ask About AI

How will AI enhance our core business
Do we have a clear implementation strategy
Are we building with purpose or reacting to hype
Where does AI sit in our org chart, and is that the right place
Do we have a cross-functional team leading the AI strategy
Are our people trained to work with AI or against it

Practical Takeaways for Leaders

Why the board, CEO, and executive team all share responsibility
How to move AI from a siloed initiative to a cross-functional asset
Reframing AI from threat to opportunity
Why curiosity, courage, and clarity matter more than perfection

Key Quotes:

“If you're not leading AI, AI is gonna lead you.” – Denis Gianoutsos

“Leadership is about leaning in. It's about getting curious and taking responsibility even when it's all new.” – Denis Gianoutsos

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