AI for Local and Global Business Growth with Polly Barnfield OBE - VistaTalks Ep #162

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping how businesses operate, but for many, the challenge is not just understanding AI—it's implementing it in a way that delivers real, measurable impact. On a recent episode of VistaTalks, Polly Barnfield OBE, Founder and CEO of Maybe*, shared her insights on how AI is helping businesses of all sizes, from global enterprises to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), embrace digital transformation.

Looking ahead, Polly and her team at Maybe* are building a next-generation AI platform that blends multimodal AI, automation, and deep integrations with tools like Google Analytics, Facebook, and Adobe. Their vision? A world where AI acts as a digital assistant, streamlining workflows and helping businesses get more done with less effort.

AI is not a futuristic concept—it's a powerful tool available today, and Maybe* is leading the charge in helping businesses harness AI for growth. Whether you're an SME looking to improve customer engagement or a global brand aiming to streamline content workflows, Polly Barnfield and her team are proving that AI can be a game-changer for all.

00:00 - Introduction to Polly Barnfield OBE and Maybe*

01:23 - How AI is Transforming Businesses at Every Level

04:50 - AI in Multilingual Digital Transformation (Birmingham City Council Project)

08:07 - How AI Boosts Local Businesses & Economic Growth

13:19 - AI for Small vs. Global Brands: Lessons in Scaling AI Adoption

19:38 - AI Security & Trust: Why Data Protection Matters

24:20 - From Team GB Gold Medalist to OBE and Tech Innovation

29:57 - Polly’s Advice for Businesses Starting with AI

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