In this special 50th anniversary episode of The Borden Line, host Bill Borden, Corporate Vice President of Worldwide Financial Services at Microsoft, is joined by Shelley Bransten, Microsoft's Corporate Vice President for Global Industry Solutions. Recorded in New York City during Microsoft's milestone celebration, the episode captures the excitement of ringing the NASDAQ Opening Bell and reflects on the company's remarkable journey.

Shelley shares her insights on the transformative power of technology in retail and other industries, emphasizing the pivotal role of AI in shaping the future. The conversation delves into the evolution of e-commerce, the intersection of retail and financial services, and the importance of a growth mindset and culture of learning at Microsoft. Shelley also offers valuable advice on navigating the rapidly changing technological landscape and highlights the significance of culture transformation and responsible AI governance.

Tune in to hear Shelley and Bill discuss the past, present, and future of Microsoft, and gain a deeper understanding of how technology continues to revolutionize industries and drive business value.

Watch the episode and follow the series on YouTube, click here: Microsoft's 50th Anniversary: Insights with Shelley Bransten on AI, Retail, and Financial Services

Chapters

00:00 - Celebrating Microsoft's 50th Anniversary

02:55 - Transforming Retail with Technology

05:28 - The Intersection of Retail and Financial Services

08:55 - Personal Experiences with Technology and Microsoft

13:03 – Coolest E-Commerce AI Use Case

15:15- Leadership and Growth Mindset

18:55 - Advice for Navigating AI in Business

20:38 – Governance, Culture, and Responsible AI Adoption

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Join Bill as he opens a line of conversation with thought leaders and innovators to discuss the latest trends, hot topics, insights, and solutions across the financial services industry. In this episode, Bill talks with Rowan Douglas, CEO of Climate Risk and Resilience at Howden, one of the largest insurance groups in the world, at the recent Climate Week event in New York City. Tune in to their discussion around climate risk, the drivers for the massive demand and need for insurance, the vision for Howden’s new Resilience Laboratory, and the role of data and AI in helping derisk our future.

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