Leading in the age of AI, without losing what makes us human
Speaking & Facilitation
Conversations about AI often focus on the technology, but I’m more interested in the humans using it.
Organizations are trying to make sense of what artificial intelligence actually means for their work. The tools evolve daily and many leaders feel pressure to adopt them before they’ve had time to think through the implications.
I help association and nonprofit leaders explore where AI is already shaping their work, what thoughtful adoption looks like, and how organizations can move forward without losing the curiosity, creativity, and ethical thinking that make their missions possible.
Keynotes
My three signature keynotes help leaders slow down just enough to think clearly about what responsible adoption can look like.
These sessions are non-technical and designed for leaders who want practical perspective, not hype.
AI is Here to Stay — How leaders can embrace technology in a safe, smart, and mission-aligned way
For audiences who are still making sense of AI, and want to feel oriented, not overwhelmed. In this keynote, I map where AI is already showing up, what responsible adoption looks like in practice, and how to start the conversation in your organization today. [Think of this as AI 1.0]
Guardrails for Genius — How leaders can protect curiosity, creativity, and ethical judgment in the age of AI
You’ve accepted AI is here. Next comes, ‘how do I lead with AI wisely?’ In this keynote, I explore how AI is reshaping decision-making and creative work, and what it means to lead with imagination, discernment, and genuine ethical clarity. [Think of this as AI 2.0]
What We Lose When We Outsource Curiosity — How to embrace empathy as a leadership practice, not a personality trait
As AI makes it easier to automate thinking, something more important is quietly slipping away: Our capacity for genuine human connection. Liz makes the case that curiosity and empathy aren’t soft skills—they’re the competitive advantage no algorithm can replicate.
Facilitation for Boards & Leadership Teams
Sometimes organizations don’t need a keynote, they need a room where people can think clearly together.
I facilitate board retreats, leadership team sessions, and conference conversations designed to help groups work through complex questions and move important decisions forward.
My facilitation style is empathetic and practical. I help groups dream about what’s possible while translating those ideas into steps leaders can actually take.
Organizations often bring me in when they are:
Navigating a strategic pivot or period of change
Trying to move a board conversation forward
Turning big ideas into practical action
Designing leadership retreats or conference working sessions
Let’s work together.
Planning a conference, retreat, or leadership gathering? If you’re looking for a conversation that is thoughtful, practical, and grounded in the realities leaders are navigating today, I’d love to hear more.