Artificial intelligence is reshaping industries, careers, and organisations, and INSEAD alumni are at the forefront of this transformation. In this episode of In The Know, moderator Pankaj Kumar speaks with two experts driving AI strategy and innovation. Kevin Pereira (MBA ’14D) is Managing Director at Blu, where he advises global firms on AI consulting and education. Asan Hu, (MBA'25J) is an AI Product Manager at Alpheya and a former TikTok product strategist, building AI-powered solutions for the future of wealth management.
They share authoritative perspectives on:
- How leaders can cut through the hype and integrate AI responsibly into business models
- Why successful adoption depends on mindset, education, and change management
- The evolution of work, from task automation to the creation of new roles
- The critical skills business leaders must prioritise, including continuous learning, critical thinking, and storytelling
- This conversation positions AI as an urgent opportunity for executives and organisations today, with insights that connect strategy, product innovation, and leadership.
Our guests in this episode
“Keep asking questions and learning about the fundamentals and application of new technologies.”
Asan Hu, MBA'25J
Chinese
AI Product Manager - Alpheya
Episode Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
02:10 - Breaking down fear and confusion around AI adoption
08:11 - The changing role of product managers in an AI-first world
11:35 - How organisations should identify the right use cases for AI
16:28 - Job evolution versus job creation and the future of skills
20:41 - Wealth management and fintech: balancing AI and human judgment
23:35 - How different industries use AI
32:33 - INSEAD MBA reflections and how education adapts to AI
43:09 - AI and the human touch
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