{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Unlocking Momentum","title":"AI Governance Without Killing Innovation","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1897,"description":"Technology leaders often focus on efficiency, but lasting business impact comes from trust, alignment, and understanding the people behind the processes.\n\nIn this episode, Aaron Kopel sits down with Mike Loggins, CEO of MetaStrategy Consulting, technology leader, and advocate for human-centered IT leadership. Mike shares his unconventional journey from aspiring music teacher to technology executive, reflecting on the experiences, opportunities, and leadership lessons that shaped his 26-year career in IT.\n\nMike discusses why successful technology leaders must move beyond transactional relationships and build genuine partnerships with the business. He explains how trust, empathy, and communication can break down organizational silos, improve collaboration, and unlock momentum across teams. He also shares personal insights about embracing neurodiversity, understanding individual strengths, and creating environments where people can do their best work.\n\nThe conversation also explores the rapid rise of AI and what it means for organizations, technology teams, and future leaders. Mike discusses the importance of AI governance, responsible experimentation, and why professionals at every level must learn how to leverage AI tools to remain effective in a changing workplace. He explains why AI is unlikely to replace people entirely, but will dramatically reshape the tasks, skills, and roles that organizations value most.\nKey takeaways:\nTrust and empathy are essential for building stronger relationships between IT and the business\nWhy effectiveness matters more than efficiency when driving meaningful outcomes\nHow leaders can create responsible AI governance while encouraging innovation and experimentation\n\nEpisode highlights\n(00:47) Mike's background and journey into IT leadership\n(04:28) Advice for younger professionals and embracing neurodiversity\n(07:00) Unlocking momentum through trust and business partnership\n(11:53) Efficiency versus effectiveness in technology...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/7rZrEihJrWTFpsFbH_1Jl73zPau7oG4Sx-C4hWGa7po/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iM2Fh/MTY3ZGUxNTU5NDgw/NzAzOGVlNTVjNTQ2/Nzk4My5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}