The Shift AI podcast explores how AI and ML is changing the way that we work in the digital age through interviews with thought leaders who are redefining how businesses and employees will be impacted by emerging technology. Host Boaz Ashkenazy is the founder and CEO of Augmented AI, a provider of AI solutions designed to help businesses grow and scale.
In this episode of the Shift AI Podcast, Paul Bingham, Senior Vice President and Executive Dean of the School of Technology at Western Governor's University, joins host Boaz Ashkenazy to explore the evolution of education in the digital age. Bingham brings a fascinating background spanning from a full career with the FBI, where he specialized in cybercrime investigations, to his current role pioneering innovative approaches to online education. As an institution designed specifically for adult learners with work experience, WGU has been at the forefront of educational innovation for over 25 years, well before remote learning became mainstream. Bingham shares insights on how competency-based education is transforming career pathways in technology, how AI and decision intelligence are personalizing the learning experience, and why adaptability is crucial in our rapidly changing technological landscape. If you're interested in how education is evolving to meet the needs of today's workforce, you won't want to miss this conversation.
Chapters:
[04:15] FBI Background and Cybersecurity Experience
[07:50] The Origins of Western Governor's University
[10:01] Competency-Based Education and Workforce Preparation
[15:15] AI and Decision Intelligence in Learning
[22:55] The Role of Mentorship in Remote Education
[27:08] Leadership Lessons from the FBI
[28:51] The Human Connection in a Digital World
[29:39] The Future of Work: Faster and Adaptable
Connect with Paul Bingham
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/paul-bingham-cpa/
Connect with Boaz Ashkenazy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/boazashkenazy
X: https://x.com/boazashkenazy
Email: info@shiftai.fm
In today’s rapidly evolving job market, staying ahead of the curve is essential. Shift AI, a podcast hosted by Boaz Ashkenazy, delves into the strategies and mindsets necessary for professionals to succeed and thrive in the digital age.
At the core of our exploration is the profound impact of emerging technologies like AI and ML, and how they are reshaping the contours of professional environments and redefining the nature of work itself.
By interviewing innovative leaders who are transforming the workplace, Boaz provides listeners with insights on how to navigate the ever-changing landscape of technology and work.
Whether you’re an entrepreneur, executive, or simply looking to take your career to the next level, Shift AI is a must-listen for anyone looking to adapt and excel in the modern workforce.
Boaz Ashkenazy, the CEO and Co-founder of Augmented AI Labs, is a visionary leader at the forefront of shaping the future of work through the strategic integration of AI into business operations and product offerings.
With a diverse background spanning product development, design thinking, and enterprise productivity, Boaz brings a unique perspective to the table.
Drawing on his experience at Meta, as well as his involvement in scaling multiple startups and his early career in architecture, Boaz possesses a multifaceted skill set that fuels his passion for technology and tghe future of work.