Episode Synopsis: In this episode, Brent Blum sharesinsights from his two-decade career in AI and spatial computing, including building Accenture's AR/VR practice from the ground up. Brent discusses the real-world lessons he's learned through product innovation, his approach to time management, and his vision for the future of extended reality technologies.What You'll Learn in This Episode:How real-world validation and testing are crucial for technology innovationThe value of delegating tasks to focus on your highest-value activitiesInsights into the future of XR (extended reality) technology and spatial computingHow AI and XR technologies will converge to transform our daily experiencesLessons from building and scaling emerging technology practices within large enterprisesKey Quotes:"Anyone can dream up a PowerPoint slide that says the future of augmented reality glasses applies to these industries and these use cases... until you really get out there and do it and try it, you don't quite know.""There is no better way to refine your delegation skills and figure out what is the highest and best use of your time than to have to pay someone else to do some of these small things.""XR is the presentation layer of AI. And really our future is about these technologies converging.""I am confident that XR is still the next major computing platform and it's just a matter of time as to when that comes true."Meet The Interviewee: Brent Blum is a seasoned leader in AI, spatial computing, and emerging technologies with over 20 years of experience shaping innovation and business strategy. As the architect of Accenture's AR/VR practice, he grew the team to 350 people and generated $46M in revenue in 2023. His work spans Fortune 500 enterprises, including partnerships with Meta, Microsoft, and NVIDIA, delivering high-impact AI and VR-driven training solutions for emergency response, workforce development, and digital twins. Colleagues describe him as innovative, driven, and organized. He's now seeking a leadership role as a Director of Product & Program Strategy.How to Connect🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brentblum/📧 Email: [email protected]'s Pay-It-Forward MissionWith ConnectToWork, we amplify real career stories toinspire and connect professionals. If you or someone you know is navigating a career transition, we'd love to hear your story.✔️ Want to be featured? Contact us at [email protected] ✔️ Know someone who could benefit from this episode? Share it with them!Let's build a stronger professional community together.Subscribe & Share✔️ Follow & Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform. ✔️ Leave a Review to help others find the show. ✔️ Share This Episode with colleagues & friends.

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