On AI. On expertise. On leadership.
Human judgment keeps leadership human.
As CEO of Dell Slovakia, Sales Lead for Czechia,
and Chairman of AmCham Slovakia,
Martin Maštalír leads teams where technology, business, and policy come together.
His leadership is based on clarity, expertise, and straightforward communication —
because people need to understand change, not just react to it.
In this Leaders Talk, he reflects on why learning to work with AI,
setting simple and clear standards
and keeping responsibility with people help teams stay on course even in uncertain times.
For Martin, AI is a tool —
but decisions and accountability always remain with the leader.
On people. On change. On technology.
Human judgment matters — even when AI gets better.
Q1: AI is changing how we work and lead. What can it teach us about being more human?
AI is changing the way we work and lead, but it is still just a tool.
People remain the greatest value a leader and a company have —
that’s why teamwork, dialogue, and real human connection matter.
People will always be the driving force behind change.
Q2: Technology moves fast — people seek meaning. How do you make sure AI empowers, not replaces, us?
AI will replace us in some areas — just as other technologies have in the past.
That is why it’s important to understand AI, know how to use it,
and — most importantly — keep learning.
Change now comes in faster cycles.
Martin Maštalír, GM Dell Slovakia & Sales Lead for Czechia, in conversation with Vladimír Janík — Co-Founder & Managing Partner at Menity — during Leaders Talk 2026.
On innovation. On trust. On responsibility.
Change needs trust.
Q3: You often bridge business and policy. How can our region stay innovative and still responsible?
By taking responsibility for effective governance in Slovakia.
Slovakia may not be a trendsetter, but it has the resources, potential,
and human capital to be a strong follower in adopting and developing technologies.
Unfortunately, we are still wasting that potential.
Q4: Every shift changes how people think and connect. What mindset keeps teams committed through change?
Clear and transparent communication about change, trust,
and a willingness to keep learning.
These basics help people stay committed —
even when things move fast.
Martin Maštalír, GM Dell Slovakia & Sales Lead for Czechia, with Vladimír Janík, Co-Founder & Managing Partner at Menity — discussing trust, clarity, and leading teams in the AI era. Leaders Talk 2026.
On accountability. On judgment. On the next generation.
Responsibility can’t be outsourced to AI.
Q5:When AI drives decisions, who should stay accountable?
With AI, expertise and professionalism are more important than ever.
AI should help us make decisions, not make them for us –
and expertise gives us the foundation to do that.
Q6: What would you tell young leaders growing up with AI as their daily reality?
Use AI, but don’t forget to think critically.
And surround yourself with people who inspire you
and — whom you trust.
Martin’s perspective reflects what we see in many organisations in the CEE region —
technology can accelerate progress, but only human judgment keeps it on the right track.
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At Menity, we observe the same pattern across CEO and board searches: leaders who set clear standards,
stay accountable, and keep learning build teams that navigate disruption with confidence.
Martin Maštalír
GM, Dell Slovakia & Sales Lead Czechia
Chairman, AmCham Slovakia
Brings almost 30 years of experience in sales, commercial operations,
and leading teams across industrial and multinational environments.
His career combines technology, business and policy work —
with a steady focus on clarity, responsibility and practical leadership.
This conversation is part of the Menity Leaders Talk series (2026), curated to bring authentic perspectives from leaders who redefine leadership in their industries.
Interview by Vladimír Janík, Co-Founder & Managing Partner at Menity.
Photography © Menity.
This conversation was conducted in January 2026 as part of the Menity Leaders Talk series
— capturing real leadership moments across CEE.