In this episode, we deep dive into what digital transformation truly means. Roy emphasizes that it’s not just about technology; it’s about reimagining both the work and the ways of working to produce a customer-centric business transformation. He shares compelling examples from contact centers and airlines to illustrate how digital tools can be enablers rather than solutions looking for problems.

But it’s not just about the ‘what’ and the ‘how’; it’s also about the ‘who.’ Roy talks about the role of culture in a company’s digital transformation journey and how it can make or break the strategy. He also discusses the importance of customer involvement, stating that customers are often the ones leading digital transformation.

About Roy Aktinson

Roy Atkinson is a luminary in the fields of customer service, customer experience, and digital transformation. With years of experience and a deep understanding of how technology and people intersect, Roy brings a unique blend of strategic vision and practical advice to the table. He has been a keynote speaker at numerous industry events, sharing his insights on the importance of focusing on the human element in digital transformation. Known for his thought-provoking perspectives, Roy is not just an expert but a catalyst for change, challenging businesses to rethink their strategies and cultures to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape.

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About Gregorio Uglioni

Transforming Business Into Value Generating Engines - Creating Long-Lasting Impact Leveraging Customer Experience - Host Of The Globally Recognized CX Goalkeeper Podcast “Customer Experience Goals” - Speaker at global events & at podcasts - Judge at International Awards - CX Lecturer for several institutions

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The CX Goalkeeper Podcast joins the Customer Experience World Games 2025.

With the incredible honor of interviewing captains, vice-captains, judges, and friends of the CXWG 2025.

These are brief interviews that share the experiences of outstanding individuals who help charities improve.

Customer Experience professionals worldwide come together to share their experience insights and help others.

The CX World Games take place over 4-6 weeks, with expert CX captains guiding randomly created teams to work on the best solutions to challenges set by the organizers. Players contribute whatever time they have. It only takes a minute to come up with a brilliant idea.

These challenges are real-life, proposed by charities and Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) that need help to improve their donor, volunteer, or beneficiary experiences.

​All the entries are provided to the charities that will go on to make a difference from what the teams provide during the CXWG.

Join us and be part of it.

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In collaboration with CCW Europe Summit 2025:

CCW Europe Summit 2025 unites CX pioneers to solve today’s challenges and shape tomorrow’s solutions. Dive into next-gen AI, journey redesign, and customer-centric growth with leaders from Google, Nestlé, Ryanair, and more.

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Do you think personalization ends with using your name? Think again. In this episode, Dr. Emmanuel Manyonganise unveils the secrets of hyper-personalization in customer experience and how businesses can stay ahead by turning data and AI into powerful engagement tools. This is a must-listen for CX professionals aiming for true transformation.

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The Top 3 Key Learnings

1. Hyper-personalization goes beyond marketing. It must include support, problem resolution, and full journey engagement.
2. A strong data culture is key. Centralized platforms, AI integration, and cross-departmental collaboration are crucial.
3. Start small, but start now. Experimentation and a mindset of continuous learning are the fastest paths to progress.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to CX Goalkeeper Podcast

00:27 Upcoming CCW Europe Summit 2025

01:11 Guest Introduction: Emmanuel Man

01:49 Evolving Personalization in Customer Experience

02:19 Emmanuel's Career Journey and Values

06:09 Understanding Basic Personalization

09:48 Transitioning to Hyper-Personalization

14:09 Examples of Successful Personalization

17:50 Future Trends in Hyper-Personalization

20:10 Advice for Leaders on Personalization

21:16 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Keywords: customer experience, CX, personalization, hyper-personalization, AI in CX, data culture, customer data platform, CX leadership, CX strategy, digital transformation, Emmanuel Manyonganise, CX podcast, customer journey, personalization in banking, CX trends 2025, CX Goalkeeper, Gregorio Uglioni

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