Leadership, Diversity, Project Management & Tech
Consummate Project Management—Preparing for the AI Revolution
The presenter will introduce high-level concepts for managing projects and businesses, using proven methodologies, policies, guidelines and procedures, processes, and practices. These approaches will help to ensure the effective execution of all phases of projects and businesses, from initiation to project closeout and ongoing business operations—essential to succeed in the emerging AI economy.
Servant Leadership
Leadership plays a crucial role in shaping our lives, as it profoundly influences the engagement, commitment, and performance of followers. The success or failure of organizations and their impact on communities are directly linked to the actions of leaders. While Greenleaf introduced the concept of servant leadership in 1970, its principles have been practiced throughout history. Servant leadership is a follower-centered and value-based approach that prioritizes servanthood, personal development, power sharing, and community empowerment.
In today’s world, servant leadership is vital for organizational success. It cultivates a culture of trust, cooperation, engagement, and responsible citizenship. By empowering their teams, servant leaders create a positive work environment that fosters creativity, innovation, and high performance. This safe and supportive setting encourages team members to take risks, assume ownership, and demonstrate accountability, resulting in continuous improvement.
Dr. Mbengue discusses the benefits of servant leadership and how to extend it to both the workforce and the organization as a whole.
Leadership in Innovation
As the world changes more rapidly than ever, the skills needed to lead ourselves, others, teams, and organizations must also change. While we are more connected to technology, including more accessible AI tools, we also feel more disconnected and isolated from each other. It’s never been a more critical time to lead with empathy, agility, and innovation.
Join Britney Cole, Vice President, and Head of the Blanchard Innovation Lab, to discuss the trends of the future of leadership, including how to manage and leverage new technologies effectively, prioritize the development of the critical human skills to drive creativity, belonging and collaboration, and how to become more comfortable with ambiguity and learning from failure. Get ready for some practical tools and models to help you adapt and be ready for whatever happens next!
Data, Analytics & Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)
Unlocking Organizational Transformation through DEI Data
In today’s diverse and interconnected world, fostering Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within an organization is no longer just a moral imperative – it’s a strategic advantage. This interactive workshop delves into the crucial role that DEI data plays in driving profound organizational transformation.
Join us in this workshop to unlock the transformative potential of DEI data within your organization. Together, we’ll explore the importance of DEI data, how leveraging data can drive cultural shifts, foster innovation, and create a more equitable and inclusive workplace that thrives in today’s diverse business landscape
Topic: Changing Business Environment, Trends and opportunities in the new digital area
Description: The Conference Panel delves into and engages in discussions regarding the implications for both businesses and society as a whole, in light of the swift advancements and integration of technology and AI. This encompasses an interactive Q&A session with the conference attendees.