A Class Act - Navigating the AI Landscape in 2026
What does it really take to build world-class tech teams and lead with impact in today’s data-driven AI landscape?
I’m Michael Young from MBN Solutions and after two decades placing top talent across data, AI, and tech, I’ve seen the real stories behind high-performing teams.
On A Class Act, we go beyond buzzwords. You’ll hear real life, experience-led conversations with the AI and data leaders shaping digital transformation - those hiring top tech talent, building data science capability, and leading with purpose.
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A Class Act - Navigating the AI Landscape in 2026
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