The Future of Virtual Engagement with Jim Harris and Lee-Anne McAlear

The Future of Virtual Engagement with Jim Harris and Lee-Anne McAlear

April 22, 2026 · 49 min · Season 1 · Episode 158

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Jim Harris discusses the evolution of AI and its impact on virtual engagement.

Jim has been focused on AI since 1997 when IBM’s Deep Blue beat Garry Kasparov in chess. He’s been speaking professionally for 35 years Jim presents internationally at 70 virtual and in-person events a year. He is an AI advisor to CEOs, executive teams and boards of directors. He also leads AI bootcamps. Jim's clients include American Express, Barclays Bank, IBM, the Top 200 CIOs of India, the UK Cabinet Office, Swiss Re and Walmart, but he’s most excited to be on Engaging Virtual Meetings po...

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Host: John Chen

Guests: Jim Harris, Lee-Anne McAlear

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Organizations: IBM, American Express, Barclays Bank, Walmart, Swiss Re, UK Cabinet Office, Top 200 CIOs of India

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