Can legacy leadership survive the algorithmic age—or will Gen Z and AI redefine the rules before it catches up? In this episode of The Gen Gap, host Maureen Fitzgerald sits down with Anais Faraj, Head of Distribution for Middle East and Africa at Western Asset Management to explore how AI is reshaping the DNA of asset management—from talent pipelines to cultural norms and leadership mindsets. As the industry shifts from human-intensive processes to machine-led systems, we unpack the tension between time-tested leadership and the digital-native workforce, and what it takes to build a bridge between generations.

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00:00 The Evolution of Leadership in the Age of AI
03:07 Generational Dynamics in the Workplace
06:02 AI's Role in Cultural Transformation
08:50 Building Trust and Mentorship Across Generations
11:51 Training and Career Development for Future Leaders
14:46 Networking and Relationship Building in the Modern Workplace
17:46 Legacy and Seamless Transition in Leadership

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