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06/17/2026

Ever feel like things are still slipping through the cracks despite endless meetings? Even when departments communicate, a lack of consistency in project and change management can lead to missed details.

We discuss this and more in our interview with Heather Darring in the latest episode of Unlocking Momentum.

06/16/2026

What separates successful AI initiatives from the rest?

In episode 4 of our Unlocking AI Value Series, Aaron Kopel and Gervais Johnson share the six key factors every organization needs to drive AI value and business outcomes.

06/12/2026

Here are some takeaways from our latest Unlocking Momentum podcast episode with Heather Darring. Swipe through, then tell us: which one stands out the most?

You can find Unlocking Momentum on Youtube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

06/11/2026

Successful AI adoption isn't driven by technology alone.

Employees need the agency to explore AI, leaders need to support that experimentation, and organizations need to communicate that AI is meant to enhance human potential, not only automate tasks.

You can find the latest episode of our Unlocking AI Value video series on Youtube.

06/10/2026

Just because we can build it, doesn’t mean we should. In our latest episode of Unlocking Momentum, interviewing Heather Darring, we discuss the responsibility of tech leaders to prioritize societal impact over just business ROI.

06/10/2026

🎙️ We’re excited to announce our next podcast guest: Heather Darring!

In this episode, Heather shares her unconventional path into technology leadership - from studying art in college to leading IT for an organization serving more than 240,000 members.

Some key takeaways from our talk:
- Trust and communication matter more than technology in successful transformations
- What responsibility do technology leaders have when it comes to AI and emerging technologies
- CIOs must ensure technology investments support organizational strategy and long-term goals

Episode is live💡 You can find Unlocking Momentum on Youtube, Spotify or Apple Podcasts.

06/09/2026

Many organizations fail with AI transformation because they skip the most important step: defining the why. Without a clear strategy and a way to measure value, you’ll have no data to prove if your project was a success or a failure.

Watch the full episode with Aaron Kopel and Gervais Johnson on YouTube to learn why AI strategies fail and how to get yours back on track.

06/05/2026

Stop treating AI like just another software update.

Many organizations approach their AI journey thinking it's "just another technology transformation". To make adoption effective and lasting, you have to prioritize the people side of the equation.

Watch the full episode with Aaron Kopel and Gervais Johnson on YouTube to learn why AI strategies fail and how to get yours back on track.

06/04/2026

AI strategies don't fail because of the technology. They fail when organizations treat AI like a technology project instead of a business transformation.

In episode 3 of our Unlocking AI Value Series, Aaron Kopel and Gervais Johnson discuss:

- Why AI is a business and human change transformation
- The importance of defining success, ROI, and measurable outcomes before investing in AI
- Why the wrong metrics can lead to poor decisions and ultimately derail AI initiatives

If you're interested in learning more about how your business can align around the right AI opportunities, build a practical strategy, and turn that strategy into measurable business outcomes, let's set up a meeting.

Watch the full episode only on YouTube: https://youtu.be/q_rwZ0IPcpw?si=oAVLCodBM45Ye5Kq

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06/03/2026

AI Leadership: It’s Time to Walk the Talk

In the latest episode of Unlocking Momentum, interviewing Gervais Johnson, we dive into why true AI leadership goes beyond just knowing the terminology.