Leadership stays human —even with AI
"AI should help us make decisions, not make them for us."
Martin Maštalír
General Manager Dell Slovakia
President AmCham Slovakia
Menity Leaders Talk · January 2026
AI makes human judgement more important
Leading people through AI-driven change
As General Manager of Dell Slovakia and President of AmCham Slovakia, Martin Maštalír brings a perspective spanning technology, business and public policy.
In this Leaders Talk with Vladimír Janík, he discusses how AI changes work, why expertise and critical thinking remain essential, and what helps teams stay committed through change. He also reflects on Slovakia’s potential to adopt and develop new technologies.
In this conversation
Six questions on AI, human judgement and leading through change
People need to keep learning as work changes
People and learning as AI changes work
Martin sees AI changing some roles while making teamwork, dialogue and continuous learning essential.
As AI changes how we work, what still makes leadership human?
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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.
How do you make sure AI supports people rather than replacing them?
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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, General Manager of Dell Slovakia and President of AmCham Slovakia, discusses how AI changes work and why teamwork and continuous learning remain essential — in conversation with Vladimír Janík, Menity Leaders Talk 2026.
Progress needs effective governance and trust
Innovation needs governance; teams need trust
He connects Slovakia’s technology potential with effective governance, and team commitment with clear communication and learning.
You often bridge business and policy. How can our region stay innovative and still responsible?
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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.
What keeps teams committed when change moves fast?
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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 and Vladimír Janík during Menity Leaders Talk 2026, discussing Slovakia’s technology potential, clear communication through change and the role of expertise in AI-supported decisions.
Expertise and critical thinking guide decisions
Responsibility can’t be outsourced to AI
Expertise helps leaders assess AI-supported decisions. Critical thinking and trusted colleagues remain essential.
When AI drives decisions, who should stay accountable?
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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.
What should young leaders learn early in an AI-shaped world?
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Use AI, but don’t forget to think critically. And surround yourself with people who inspire you and whom you trust.
In Menity’s CEO and board work across CEE, the same questions matter in senior appointments: can a leader use new tools, assess their output critically and remain accountable for the decision?
About the guest
Martin Maštalír is General Manager of Dell Slovakia and President of AmCham Slovakia. He brings nearly 30 years of experience in enterprise IT, strategy and leading teams in international environments. His professional perspective connects technology, business and the public sector.
About Leaders Talk
Leaders Talk is Menity’s editorial interview series featuring CEOs, board members and senior leaders across CEE. Each conversation examines the decisions, trade-offs and operating realities of senior leadership.
Guests are selected by Menity for the relevance of their experience. No fee is paid or received for participation. Answers are the guest’s own, edited only for length and language, and reviewed by the guest before publication.
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