Trust in the Machine: Leading People Through AI Fear and Change

As AI transforms how we code, collaborate, and make decisions, the greatest challenge isn’t technical—it’s human. In this session, Dr. Davis McAlister, a leadership and AI ethics expert featured on Ticker News, explores how tech leaders can navigate fear, skepticism, and misinformation surrounding AI. You’ll learn how to communicate with empathy, build credibility, and guide your teams and users through change with transparency and trust. Attendees will leave with practical frameworks for bridging the gap between human concerns and technological progress.

1. How to Understand AI Without the Jargon Cut through the tech-speak and learn what AI really is—through simple, real-world analogies that make machine learning and automation easy to grasp. 2. Why Hesitation is Normal—But Risky Unpack the common fears around AI adoption and why doing nothing could quietly cost your organization its competitive edge. 3. How Real Companies Are Winning with AI See how everyday businesses are using small, smart AI steps to save time, improve performance, and boost team morale. 4. How to Build a Human-AI Partnership Discover how AI can enhance—not replace—leadership by accelerating decision-making and freeing up time for strategic thinking.