Leadership Conversations on Enterprise AI and the Digital Economy

About CXOTalk

CXOTalk presents conversations with CXO-level business leaders on managing disruptive change, enterprise AI, and the digital economy. Our host, Michael Krigsman, creates a warm, friendly environment that puts our guests at ease and connects them with an intelligent and sophisticated audience.

CXOTalk was started as a labor of love in 2013 by Michael Krigsman and Vala Afshar. At that time, Michael provided advisory consulting on marketing, messaging, and positioning to enterprise software companies such as SAP and Microsoft, while Vala was the Chief Marketing Officer at a major technology company. Eventually, Michael stopped consulting to focus full-time on CXOTalk, and Vala joined Salesforce as Chief Digital Evangelist. 

Our guests include innovative C-level executives from well-known brands and the largest companies in the world. We're passionate about highlighting the latest trends and strategies to help businesses succeed in today's fast-paced environment.

CXOTalk started as a labor of love in 2013. From the start, It has provided the highest-quality, in-depth, educational, and thought leadership conversations. We remain dedicated to providing valuable content and fostering meaningful connections between our guests and audience.

Join our community today and be a part of this important conversation.

About Michael Krigsman

Michael Krigsman is a globally recognized analyst, strategic advisor, and industry commentator known for his deep digital transformation, innovation, and leadership expertise. He has presented at industry events worldwide and written extensively on the reasons for IT failures. His work has been referenced in the media over 1,000 times and in more than 50 books and journal articles; his commentary on technology trends and business strategy reaches a global audience.

As the founder and host of the widely acclaimed CXOTalk, Michael has interviewed almost 1,000 top business leaders, technologists, and academics, providing valuable insights into how organizations can harness technology to drive success and create value. With over three decades of experience, Michael has built a reputation for his ability to distill complex concepts into clear, actionable strategies. His work spans various industries, including technology, healthcare, finance, and manufacturing.

He is also a sought-after speaker and panelist at leading industry conferences and events, where he shares his expertise on topics ranging from artificial intelligence and enterprise software to customer experience and organizational change.

In addition to his professional achievements, Michael is deeply committed to fostering a community of learning and collaboration. Through CXOTalk and extensive writing, he brings diverse perspectives to explore the future of business and technology, helping leaders and organizations thrive in a rapidly evolving landscape.

Michael Krigsman’s unique blend of analytical rigor, practical experience, and engaging storytelling makes him a trusted advisor and thought leader in transformation and innovation.

About Lisbeth Shaw

Lisbeth co-founded Cambridge Publications, Inc., the parent company of CXOTalk. Over her long and distinguished career, she has collaborated closely with dozens of Fortune 500 companies. Earlier in her career, she worked as an electronics engineer on wafer-handling systems. She is responsible for CXOTalk's social media strategy and execution.