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 Chances  26:46 - Conclusion and Thanks