In this episode of the Business Leadership Podcast, hosted by Edwin Frondozo, we are joined by Manav Gupta, Vice President and Chief Technology Officer of IBM Canada. Recorded live at Web Summit Vancouver 2025, the discussion explores how today’s leaders can shape the future through effective strategy and storytelling.
Manav shares insights from his 25-year career in guiding IBM's top clients through hybrid cloud adoption and scaling AI across enterprises. He discusses the challenges and solutions associated with data utilization, AI model deployment, and the importance of AI sovereignty, especially in the context of Canadian enterprises.
The conversation also highlights the need for innovation, risk-taking, and leveraging AI to drive productivity and growth. Manav shares personal anecdotes, including his journey from India to Canada, and emphasizes the importance of fostering a growth mindset and responsible AI use among future generations.
00:00 Introduction to the Business Leadership Podcast
00:38 Meet Manav Gupta: Visionary Technologist
01:59 The Vancouver Web Summit Experience
03:02 Challenges and Solutions in AI and Cloud
06:09 Global Data Privacy and AI Sovereignty
10:45 Canada's Innovation and Risk-Taking Culture
13:44 Personal Insights and Leadership Philosophy
15:24 AI in Everyday Life and Business
17:56 IBM's Approach to AI Education and Innovation
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