In this episode of the CEO Podcast Clint sits down with Elise Smith, the CEO and co-founder of Praxis Labs, an innovative company focused on immersive learning and development. Elise shares her inspiring journey from her early days at IBM working on Watson for Education to co-founding Praxis Labs with Heather Shen.We delve into the transformative power of AI in education, the importance of building critical human skills for the modern workforce, and how generative AI is revolutionizing personalized learning experiences. Elise also opens up about her daily routine, the values that drive her leadership, and the importance of creating inclusive workplaces.Timestamps:00:09 - Introduction and Background 00:22 - Founding Praxis Labs 01:03 - Early Career and Inspiration 01:35 - Experience at IBM and Watson 01:57 - Investing in Learning Innovation 02:29 - Challenges in Learning Solutions 03:01 - Immersive Learning and Stanford 03:52 - Education and AI 04:18 - Middle Manager Training 05:00 - Generative AI in Learning 06:08 - Daily Routine 07:26 - Reading Recommendations 08:06 - Future of AI 10:23 - Leadership Traits 12:48 - Defining Values 15:07 - Sharing Opportunity and Privilege 17:02 - CEO Responsibilities in Sociopolitical Context 20:04 - DEI in the Current Climate 22:51 - Essential Apps and Tools 23:44 - Mental Health and Focus 25:20 - Giving and Taking Chances 26:46 - Conclusion and Thanks

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