In this episode of InfoGov Hot Seat, host Jim Merrifield discusses the evolving landscape of data and records management with guests Alec Wyhs and Michael Ratigan. They explore the importance of partnerships in the industry, the integration of electronic records management with broader data management policies, and the upcoming RIM…
In this conversation, Jim Merrifield interviews Mark Doble, CEO of Alexi, an AI company focused on the legal sector. Mark shares his journey from law school to founding Alexi, discussing the significant trends in AI adoption within law firms, the importance of humility in leadership, and how customer feedback shapes…
In this episode, Jim Merrifield hosts Tony McKenna and Jason Dirkx to discuss ILTACON 2025, a pivotal event in the legal tech industry. They explore the conference's pirate theme, networking opportunities, standout keynote speakers, and the importance of community engagement. The conversation also delves into reflections on leadership, advice for…
In this conversation, Jim Merrifield and Jared Matfess discuss the role of AI, particularly Microsoft's Copilot, in transforming productivity and business processes. Jared shares his background as a Microsoft MVP and solutions architect at AvePoint, emphasizing the importance of structuring unstructured data for effective AI implementation. They explore various use…
In this episode of the InfoGov Hot Seat, host Jim Merrifield engages with Shahzad Bashir and Craig Carpenter to discuss the recent acquisition of Gimmal by Morae. They explore the strategic alignment of the acquisition, the integration of technology solutions, and the lessons learned from past integrations. The conversation highlights…
In this episode of the InfoGov Hot Seat, host Jim Merrifield engages with Shahzad Bashir and Craig Carpenter to discuss the recent acquisition of Gimmal by Morae. They explore the strategic alignment of the acquisition, the integration of technology solutions, and the lessons learned from past integrations. The conversation highlights…
In this episode of the InfoGov Hot Seat, host Jim Merrifield speaks with Ravi Malick, Global CIO at Box. They discuss the evolving role of IT in governance, the impact of AI on business processes, and the importance of collaboration across departments. Ravi shares insights on how different industries are…
In this episode of the InfoGov Hot Seat, host Jim Merrifield is joined by Marina Kaganovich from Google and Jeffrey Sharer from Lexshift. They discuss their experiences at the InfoNext conference, focusing on the impact of Generative AI on information governance. The conversation explores real-world applications of GenAI, the future…
In this episode of the InfoGov Hot Seat, host Jim Merrifield interviews Murphy John from StorX Networks. They discuss the innovative decentralized storage solutions offered by StorX, focusing on data privacy, security, and cost-effectiveness compared to traditional cloud storage providers. Murphy shares insights into real-world applications of StorX technology across…
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…
