In this episode of Take The Lead, host Alana welcomes two powerhouse voices from LinkedIn: Alyssa Merwin, Vice President of Global Sales Solutions, and Karin Kimbrough, Global Chief Economist.

Together, they unpack key insights from the World Economic Forum in Davos and explore how artificial intelligence is shifting from experimentation to implementation—and what that evolution means for leadership, talent strategy, and sales transformation. From AI-driven hiring trends to evolving leadership mindsets, this episode delivers sharp, actionable insights across three key pillars: skills, strategy, and sales success.

Tune in for fresh perspectives—and a few spicy takes—on the capabilities and mindsets needed to lead through AI transformation.

In this episode of&nbsp;Take The Lead, host Alana welcomes two powerhouse voices from LinkedIn: Alyssa Merwin, Vice President of Global Sales Solutions, and Karin Kimbrough, Global Chief Economist.
Together, they unpack key insights from the World Economic Forum in Davos and explore how artificial intelligence is shifting from experimentation to implementation&mdash;and what that evolution means for leadership, talent strategy, and sales transformation. From AI-driven hiring trends to evolving leadership mindsets, this episode delivers sharp, actionable insights across three key pillars:&nbsp;skills, strategy, and sales success.
Tune in for fresh perspectives&mdash;and a few spicy takes&mdash;on the capabilities and mindsets needed to lead through AI transformation.

The Take the Lead podcast series aims to empower senior leaders with LinkedIn’s data, insight and information to help you navigate the ever-changing business and digital landscape.

If you would like to learn more about LinkedIn Sales Navigator, search for LinkedIn for Sales on LinkedIn.

The&nbsp;Take the Lead podcast series aims to empower senior leaders with LinkedIn&rsquo;s data, insight and information to help you navigate the ever-changing business and digital landscape.
If you would like to learn more about LinkedIn Sales Navigator, search for LinkedIn for Sales on LinkedIn.

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The Take the Lead Podcast series aims to empower senior leaders with LinkedIn’s data, insight and information to help you navigate the ever-changing business and digital landscape.

The&nbsp;Take the Lead&nbsp;Podcast series aims to empower senior leaders with LinkedIn&rsquo;s data, insight and information to help you navigate the ever-changing business and digital landscape.

Leading Through AI Transformation: Skills, Strategy, and Sales Success

In this episode, Aneesh Raman, LinkedIn’s Chief Economic Opportunity Officer, joins host Alana Brittain to share how AI is reshaping leadership, work, and growth.

They explore the rise of the innovation economy — a new era where human ideas, creativity, and connection are at the center of competitive advantage. This conversation looks at how leaders can create the conditions for innovation, empower their teams to experiment, and build organizations ready for what’s next.

In this episode, Aneesh Raman, LinkedIn&rsquo;s Chief Economic Opportunity Officer, joins host Alana Brittain to share how AI is reshaping leadership, work, and growth.
They explore the rise of the innovation economy &mdash; a new era where human ideas, creativity, and connection are at the center of competitive advantage. This conversation looks at how leaders can create the conditions for innovation, empower their teams to experiment, and build organizations ready for what&rsquo;s next.

Beyond the Funnel: Driving Innovation

AI has moved beyond the hype—it's now a driving force in sales, reshaping the way we work, sell, and engage with customers. In this episode of Future Ready – The AI Sales Shift, we explore how AI is transforming sales productivity, enhancing human-centric skills, and redefining success for revenue leaders worldwide.

Join global sales experts from LinkedIn, Accenture, S&P Global, and more as they share firsthand insights from the Sales Connect 2024 World Tour—spanning New York, London, Sydney, Singapore, and Bangalore. Discover how leading organizations are scaling AI-driven sales strategies, simplifying their tech stacks, and unlocking new growth opportunities.

Key takeaways include:
How AI is amplifying sales effectiveness without replacing human relationships.
The impact of AI-powered sales tools in driving revenue growth and efficiency.
Strategies for leaders to adopt AI and prepare their teams for the future of work.

Whether you're a sales executive, business leader, or AI enthusiast, this episode will equip you with actionable insights to navigate the evolving sales landscape and stay ahead in an AI-driven world.

Listen now and stay Future Ready.

AI has moved beyond the hype&mdash;it's now a driving force in sales, reshaping the way we work, sell, and engage with customers. In this episode of Future Ready &ndash; The AI Sales Shift, we explore how AI is transforming sales productivity, enhancing human-centric skills, and redefining success for revenue leaders worldwide.
Join global sales experts from LinkedIn, Accenture, S&amp;P Global, and more as they share firsthand insights from the Sales Connect 2024 World Tour&mdash;spanning New York, London, Sydney, Singapore, and Bangalore. Discover how leading organizations are scaling AI-driven sales strategies, simplifying their tech stacks, and unlocking new growth opportunities.
Key takeaways include:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">How AI is amplifying sales effectiveness without replacing human relationships.</li>
<li aria-level="1">The impact of AI-powered sales tools in driving revenue growth and efficiency.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Strategies for leaders to adopt AI and prepare their teams for the future of work.</li>
</ul>
Whether you're a sales executive, business leader, or AI enthusiast, this episode will equip you with actionable insights to navigate the evolving sales landscape and stay ahead in an AI-driven world.
Listen now and stay Future Ready.

Future Ready: The AI Sales Shift

AI is a critical topic shaping industries worldwide, and in this episode you’ll hear from leaders who’ve been at the forefront of integrating A.I. into their organisations

Those leaders include:
Esther Colwill, President, APAC Region, Korn Ferry
Michael Reid, CEO at Megaport
Katherine Boiciuc, Chief Technology Officer Oceania, EY
Tom Hyde, Head of APJ & China - Sales & Success, Canva
Jerry Lim, Group Managing Director, Regional Head of Commercial and Support, Grab
Alyssa Merwin-Henderson, VP of Global Sales Solutions, LinkedIn
Brendon Seeto, SVP Head of Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, S&P Global Market Intelligence
Hiraash Thawfeek, CTO, Multiplier

If you find these insights valuable, don’t forget to share them with your network and click follow for more episodes.

AI is a critical topic shaping industries worldwide, and in this episode&nbsp;you&rsquo;ll hear from leaders who&rsquo;ve been at the forefront of integrating A.I. into their organisations Those leaders include:
<ul>
<li>Esther Colwill, President, APAC Region, Korn Ferry</li>
<li>Michael Reid, CEO at Megaport</li>
<li>Katherine Boiciuc, Chief Technology Officer Oceania, EY</li>
<li>Tom Hyde, Head of APJ &amp; China - Sales &amp; Success, Canva</li>
<li>Jerry Lim, Group Managing Director, Regional Head of Commercial and Support, Grab</li>
<li>Alyssa Merwin-Henderson, VP of Global Sales Solutions, LinkedIn</li>
<li>Brendon Seeto, SVP Head of Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, S&amp;P Global Market Intelligence</li>
<li>Hiraash Thawfeek, CTO, Multiplier</li>
</ul>
If you find these insights valuable, don&rsquo;t forget to share them with your network and click follow for more episodes.

Leading Through AI Transformation: Skills, Strategy, and Sales Success

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