Praxis Labs Founder & CEO Elise Smith

In this episode of the CEO Podcast Clint sits down with Elise Smith, the CEO and co-founder of Praxis Labs, an innovative company focused on immersive learning and development. Elise shares her inspiring journey from her early days at IBM working on Watson for Education to co-founding Praxis Labs with Heather Shen.
We delve into the transformative power of AI in education, the importance of building critical human skills for the modern workforce, and how generative AI is revolutionizing personalized learning experiences. Elise also opens up about her daily routine, the values that drive her leadership, and the importance of creating inclusive workplaces.
Timestamps:
00:09 - Introduction and Background
00:22 - Founding Praxis Labs
01:03 - Early Career and Inspiration
01:35 - Experience at IBM and Watson
01:57 - Investing in Learning Innovation
02:29 - Challenges in Learning Solutions
03:01 - Immersive Learning and Stanford
03:52 - Education and AI
04:18 - Middle Manager Training
05:00 - Generative AI in Learning
06:08 - Daily Routine
07:26 - Reading Recommendations
08:06 - Future of AI
10:23 - Leadership Traits
12:48 - Defining Values
15:07 - Sharing Opportunity and Privilege
17:02 - CEO Responsibilities in Sociopolitical Context
20:04 - DEI in the Current Climate
22:51 - Essential Apps and Tools
23:44 - Mental Health and Focus
25:20 - Giving and Taking Chance
26:46 - Conclusion and Thanks