Take The Lead

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.

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 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

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In this special episode of Take the Lead, we are joined by Karin Kimbrough, LinkedIn Global Chief Economist, who shares her data and insights for the APAC Region, including: 

• Macroeconomic/Economic Outlook for 2024 Globally & APAC
• Key insights from the World Economic Forum in Davos.
• Evolving labour market trends in APAC and Australia, focusing on remote and hybrid work models, and the rapid change in skills due to Generative AI.
• The implications of economic recovery for revenue leaders, including GDP growth and the strategic importance of relationships in business.
• Predictions for industry growth acceleration, particularly in finance, manufacturing (renewables), and healthcare sectors.
• Gender equity metrics in APAC countries in light of International Women's Day, focusing on female representation in the workforce and leadership roles.

LinkedIn Host: Alana Brittain
LinkedIn Guest: Karin Kimbrough - LinkedIn Global Chief Economist  

In this special episode of Take the Lead, we dive into the implications of how generative AI will impact the B2B sales landscape. We demystify the hype around AI, and focus on key productivity gains that will help add value to sales teams and augment human capability.

Grace Kerrison – Head of Sales Solutions, APAC, LinkedIn

Greg Arnold – VP of Engineering, LinkedIn
Neil Khare - Head of Product Marketing, LinkedIn