In this episode of the Info Gov Hot Seat, host Jim Merrifield welcomes Sandy Serkes from Valora Technologies and Mike Salvarezza from ARMA to discuss the upcoming Infonext 2025 conference. They delve into the executive experience designed for senior-level professionals, the importance of AI adoption in information governance, and the…
In this episode of the InfoGov Hot Seat, host Jim Merrifield interviews Inna Tokarev Sela, founder of Illumex.ai. They discuss Inna's background in AI and business intelligence, the vision behind Illumex.ai, and the challenges of AI and information governance. Inna emphasizes the importance of governance in AI, the need for…
In this episode of the InfoGov Hot Seat, host Jim Merrifield speaks with Wanne Pemmelaar, co-founder and CEO of Filers Keepers and Lawstronaut. They discuss Wanne's journey from law to tech, the evolution of Filers Keepers, the challenges of data retention and compliance, and the innovations in legal tech and…
In this episode of the InfoGov Hot Seat, host Jim Merrifield welcomes Dr. Galina Datskovsky, a prominent figure in the field of Information Governance (IG) and legal technology. They discuss Galina's extensive career, her contributions to the industry, and her passion for mentoring women in tech. The conversation delves into…
In this episode, Jim Merrifield interviews Ryan Gerhardy, CEO of Pitchly, discussing the evolution of Pitchly, its role in automating content creation for the professional services industry, and the challenges and opportunities presented by AI in information governance. They explore the deployment of Pitchly solutions, the ethical considerations in AI…
In this conversation, Jim Merrifield interviews Maged Helmy, CEO of NewCode.ai, discussing the evolution of AI in the legal industry. Maged shares his background in AI, the inspiration behind founding NewCode.ai, and the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for AI in legal work. The discussion also touches on the…
In this conversation, Jim Merrifield interviews Josh Baxter, CEO of NetDocuments, discussing the evolution of legal technology, particularly the integration of AI into legal workflows. They explore the challenges and risks associated with AI, the importance of ethical considerations in AI development, and the future of knowledge management in law.…
In this engaging conversation, Jim Merrifield interviews Phyllis Elin, founder and CEO of Knowledge Preservation, discussing her extensive career in information governance and data privacy. Phyllis shares her journey from paralegal to CEO, her passion for consulting, and her advocacy for ethical AI solutions. She emphasizes the importance of training…
In this conversation, Jim Merrifield interviews Ned Gannon, co-founder and CEO of Coheso, a legal tech company focused on leveraging AI to improve efficiency and compliance in in-house legal departments. They discuss the inspiration behind Coheso, the challenges and opportunities presented by AI in information governance, and the ethical considerations…
In this conversation, Jim Merrifield interviews Aaron Levie, co-founder and CEO of Box, discussing the evolution of Box, the importance of information governance, and the transformative role of AI in data management. Levie emphasizes the need for organizations to adapt their data architectures to leverage AI effectively, the emergence of…
Our host Jim Merrifield provides a year in review and unveils the top 5 most watched episodes of 2024. He also hints on whats coming in 2025.
In this conversation, Jim Merrifield interviews Stephen Clarke, an independent consultant in information management, who shares his unique background, including a fun fact about tasting moon rock dust. Stephen discusses his involvement with ISO working groups focused on records management and AI, emphasizing the importance of ethical AI and the…
In this episode of the InfoGov Hot Seat, host Jim Merrifield speaks with Mike Salvarezza about the key takeaways from Infocon 2024, the evolving role of ARMA, and upcoming events such as the Federal Government IG Summit and Legal Week. They discuss the impact of artificial intelligence on information governance,…
In IGHS56 - Navigating the Intersection of AI and Information Governance with Kevin Benedicto, host Jim Merrifield and Kevin Benedicto discuss the evolving landscape of information governance, particularly in relation to artificial intelligence (AI). Kevin shares insights from the recent Infocon conference, highlighting key takeaways about the importance of good…
In this conversation, Jim Merrifield interviews Alec Wyhs, Sales Director at Carahsoft, discussing his role, insights from the recent Infocon 2024 conference, and the evolving landscape of information governance and records management, particularly in relation to AI. They explore the collaboration between Carahsoft and ARMA, the upcoming Carahsoft ARMA Federal…
In this episode of the InfoGov Hot Seat, host Jim Merrifield speaks with Christine Becker and Jeanne Martinez from ILTA about their experiences in the legal industry, their roles at ILTA, and the importance of collaboration in education. They discuss key takeaways from the ILTA ARMA track, the evolving landscape…
In this conversation, Jim Merrifield interviews Tim Brady, CEO of Colligo, discussing the evolving landscape of information governance, particularly in relation to email management and the impact of AI technologies. They reflect on key takeaways from Infocon 2024, emphasizing the importance of compliance and the challenges organizations face in managing…
In this episode of the InfoGov Hot Seat, host Jim Merrifield interviews Aaron Ryssemus, CEO of O'Neill Software and founder of Annex.com. They discuss Aaron's background, key takeaways from the Infocon 2024 conference, the importance of AI in information governance, and strategies for engaging with customers. Aaron emphasizes the need…
In this episode of the InfoGov Hot Seat, host Jim Merrifield interviews Cindy Chmura, Vice Chair of the ARMA International Board of Directors. They discuss Cindy's background, key takeaways from Infocon 2024, the importance of networking within the ARMA community, and exciting developments on the horizon for 2025, including a…
In this conversation, Jim Merrifield interviews Danny Palo, CEO of VRC Companies, discussing the importance of networking in Information Governance (IG), the upcoming Infocon 2024 event, and VRC's evolution from a records storage company to a comprehensive IG solutions provider. Danny shares insights on the significance of community and relationships…
In this conversation, Jim Merrifield interviews John Montel, an associate chief information officer at the Department of the Interior, about his upcoming keynote at InfoCon 2024. They discuss the challenges of electronic records management, the importance of networking at the conference, and the future of email and information management in…
In this conversation, Jim Merrifield hosts Phil Plait and Mike Salvarezza to discuss the upcoming Infocon 2024 conference in Houston. They delve into the evolution of data management in astronomy, the challenges of long-distance communication with space probes, and the significance of the conference for information professionals. Phil shares insights…
In this engaging conversation, Jim Merrifield interviews Nate Hughes, CEO of ARMA International, discussing his background, the upcoming InfoCon 2024, and the importance of community and networking in the information management field. Nate shares his excitement for the conference, highlights the value of attending, and emphasizes the future initiatives ARMA…
In this episode of the InfoGov Hot Seat, host Jim Merrifield interviews Wendy McLain, an assistant professor of professional practice at Louisiana State University and a prominent figure in the records and information management field. Wendy shares her extensive background in various industries, her involvement with professional associations, and her…
