About this episode
Laura Hoffman discusses the impact of AI and the importance of human connection in technology.
Want to understand AI? When we think about the future of technology, it’s easy to picture flashy gadgets or complex code. But today’s guest reminds us that behind every innovation, there are people — thoughtful, passionate people — who are shaping the way we move forward. Laura Hoffman is one of those people. She’s an AI Principal PM Manager at Microsoft, where she leads teams working on some of the most exciting and impactful tech happening today. AI for Good. Before Microsoft, she built her career at Amazon, gaining a front-row seat to how innovation like the Kindle can change the world. Today, we’ll be diving into the world of AI, what it means for all of us, and why human connection is the difference maker.
People in this episode
Host: Jonathan Sposato
Guest: Laura Hoffman
Topics covered
- AI
- technology
- innovation
- human connection
- Microsoft
- Amazon
Keywords
- AI
- Microsoft
- Amazon
- innovation
- technology
- human connection
- Kindle
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Microsoft, Amazon
Products: Kindle
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