Splunk CTO Cory Minton goes beyond the dashboard and explores human potential, AI agents, and the machine frontier.

As F1 gets a blockbuster endorsement this summer, key players behind the scenes are bringing a new level of urgency and insight from the pit lane into everyday life. Cory Minton, Global CTO at Splunk, is in the AI fast lane, working with some of the world’s largest companies to make complex systems more secure and partnering with McLaren F1 to make data-driven decisions that can’t wait for dashboards. In this episode, Cory takes us for a wild ride through what real-time AI solutions look like, how human potential levels up through intelligent systems, and why machine-generated data may be the next great unlock. Key Insights & Timestamps [00:00] Podcast begins [05:31] AI in F1: Working with McLaren on a new track of data insights [20:08] How to Be an AI Scholar: Cory’s role at Spunk & the Big Data Beard podcast [31:59] It’s All in the Personalization: Making AI human-centric & business helpful [42:34] The Rise of Agentic AI: New use cases changing the world, from cyber to government [56:58] What’s Next? Exciting projects on the horizon for Splunk & Cisco [01:05:14] Lightning Round: Podcasting, leadership, & the importance of agency Guest Spotlight Cory Minton ● LinkedIn Cory Minton is the Global CTO at Splunk, a Cisco company. He works with some of the world’s largest companies to make complex systems more visible, secure, and intelligent. Cory is also partnered with McLaren F1, where data moves as fast as the cars and decisions can’t wait for dashboards. Resources Mentioned: Splunk | splunk.com, McLaren F1 | mclaren.com/racing/formula-1, Operation BBQ Relief | https://operationbbqrelief.org/ 🎧 LISTEN TO THE PODCAST Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/bdyaewtm Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/mu6p44yw 🎬 WATCH THE PODCAST https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MVfDxhLXhk8 💡ABOUT US Prompting Potential  is your front-row seat to the future of innovation from the inside out. This series dives into the world of intrapreneurs—bold innovators inside organizations—who are challenging norms, integrating AI, and driving transformation. Each episode, host Roger Rohatgi, Chief AI Officer at Chai, (LinkedIn) sits down with Fortune 500 execs, creative technologists, and influential leaders turning internal challenges into breakthrough impact. From rethinking leadership to reshaping the future of work, these conversations show how creativity, courage, and smart strategy—paired with AI—can unlock extraordinary progress. Whether you're navigating AI adoption or championing change inside your company, Prompting Potential is your guide to unlocking the impact within: https://www.heychai.ai/podcast