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Jamie Salter on Brand Strategy & AI — Reuters Momentum (AC15) editorial interview
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~29-min on-stage editorial interview with ABG founder/chairman Jamie Salter on how Authentic uses AI to run an asset-light licensing business, plus brand strategy, M&A, headcount, and IPO plans.
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