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In this Smart Start Radio Coffee Chat, Eming Piansay looks at AI’s growing role in meetings and asks a more human-centered question: not just what can AI do, but what should still be protected from automation? Inspired by Malik Anderson’s story on highlights from IRF Invitational 2026, this episode explores how planners can use AI to reduce operational friction, streamline repetitive tasks and support better workflows without losing the warmth, judgment and emotional intelligence that make in-person meetings meaningful.