The AI and The Future of Leadership session brought together senior executives from diverse industries to explore the transformative impact of AI on leadership, decision-making, and organisational change. Key discussions highlighted the importance of strategic AI adoption, workforce readiness, ethical considerations, and fostering innovation through sandbox environments. The session reinforced the need for continued collaboration and knowledge sharing to navigate AI-driven leadership effectively.
This deep-dive session on May 15th at Henley Business School, focusing on real-world AI implementation, leadership challenges, and actionable strategies for organisational transformation.
The event, co-facilitated by Andrew Gaule, Cilla McKay and Charlotte Elmer MBA MSc, offers:
12:30 – 1:30 PM | Arrival & Networking Lunch
Informal networking over lunch, providing an opportunity for participants to connect and share initial thoughts ahead of the session.
1:30 – 1:50 PM | Introductions and Setting the Scene
Welcome and purpose of the session
Key themes and outcomes from previous discussions
Overview of the agenda and objectives for the day
1:50 – 2:20 PM | Individual Participant Updates
Participants share updates on AI-related initiatives within their organisations
Key progress, challenges, and opportunities since the last session
Common themes and reflections on AI adoption across industries
2:20 – 3:30 PM | Deep Exploration of a Real Case Study – AI Sandbox Implementation
A detailed examination of a real-world AI implementation within a sandbox environment, exploring:
- The problem to be solved
- How it was structured as a programme of change
- Business case analysis and the potential for value creation
- Stakeholder engagement and buy-in
- What actually happened during implementation
- Results and intended evaluation of outcomes
- Emerging opportunities for further development and learning
Discussion will focus on practical takeaways and lessons learned, with participants reflecting on how these insights could be applied within their own organisations.
3:30 – 3:45 PM | Break
3:45 – 4:30 PM | Expanding the Learning – What is New and Emerging?
Exploration of emerging AI trends and their impact on leadership and business strategy
Discussion on how organisations are preparing for these developments
Identifying AI-driven opportunities for innovation and transformation
4:30 – 5:00 PM | Next Steps and Actions
Defining key takeaways from the session
Identifying actionable next steps for participants and their organisations
Planning for continued collaboration and engagement
5:00 PM Onwards | Networking Drinks
An opportunity for further discussions in an informal setting.
This session is designed to be interactive and discussion-driven, ensuring participants gain practical insights and strategies for AI leadership within their organisations.
