For more on building AI products and careers, along with early course announcement and special pricing, subscribe to the AI Career Boost mailing list at https://aicareerboost.com/interested THE GUESTFernando de Buen Lopez is an accomplished innovation and strategy leader with over a decade of experience driving customer-centric design and research across industries. As the founder of Spectral Studio, he specializes in crafting transformative strategies while exploring the intersection of Generative AI and innovation. Previously, Fernando led the innovation team at Relish Works, Gordon Food Service’s innovation hub, and honed his expertise at Doblin, Deloitte’s innovation practice, where he delivered groundbreaking strategies for clients across diverse sectors. With a Master’s in Design and an MBA, Fernando combines visionary thinking with practical execution to shape the future of innovation.THE SUMMARYBuilding Innovation Processes With AI 🚀: Breaking complex mental models into steps is the foundation for designing AI tools that enhance efficiency. Prototyping AI solutions can dramatically reduce project timelines, even if they aren’t perfect.The Evolution of Innovation Roles 🌟: Innovators often juggle multiple sectors and challenges. From predicting possible futures to designing strategies, the role demands adaptability, research depth, and the ability to justify efforts that may not immediately show ROI.The Power of Prototyping With AI 💡: AI has redefined prototyping, allowing innovators to build functional tools with minimal resources. The iterative nature of this process uncovers insights faster and enables real-world testing before significant investment.Understanding AI for Strategic Leadership 🤖: Leaders must grasp emerging technologies like AI to stay relevant. Even basic tools like ChatGPT provide entry points for exploring capabilities and sparking innovation within teams.Transforming Businesses With Generative AI 🌍: Generative AI can process vast amounts of data, reducing human error and improving decision-making speed. This capability allows consultants to deliver actionable insights and value more efficiently.THE SHOWWeekly conversations with the AI’s top product leaders. Join Polly Allen as she discovers the paths to success in the world of AI.THE LINKSHave a question you want us to answer? Send it through to [email protected] de Buen LopezLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fernandodebuenlopez/My linksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pollymallen/ AI Career Boost: https://www.aicareerboost.com/
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