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Alison McCauley Artificial Intelligence Top Voice, Keynote Speaker, Best-Selling Author, Focused on the Human Dimensions of AI

Best-Selling Author & Keynote Speaker
Speaks on the Impact of AI on Business and Our Lives
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United States (California)
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City 
San Francisco
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Languages 
English
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America/Los_Angeles

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Current position (4)

Best-Selling Author & Keynote Speaker

Speaks on the Impact of AI on Business and Our Lives

Founder

Unblocked Future

Chief of Advocacy

Unfinished

Contributor

Forbes

Degrees (3)
Psychology
Stanford University
1989 to 1993
Sociology
Stanford University
1992 to 1994
Organizational Design and Development
Stanford University
1992 to 1994

Bio

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AI Keynote Speaker

Alison focuses on helping humans to harness the potential of AI. She is the founder and CEO of Unblocked Future, a consultancy that drives adoption at the forefront of emerging tech, and has been working with pioneers in artificial intelligence since 2010. Working at the nexus of the enterprise and disruptive innovation at the birth of new technology markets over nearly 30 years, Alison's expertise lies in unlocking business value from disruptive technologies by focusing on the human dimensions of change. She guides executives and business leaders through tech-driven change, inspiring them to navigate and embrace the vast potential of AI. She not only demystifies what is happening, and why, but helps audiences understand what is ahead and gives tangible guidance on what to do about it.

Alison's mission is to help humanity leverage the boundless opportunities presented by artificial intelligence while ensuring its ethical and responsible development. She is the author of Unblocked (published by O’Reilly Media, 2019), a keynote speaker at conferences around the world, her articles have appeared in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and Venture Beat, and over 90,000 students have taken the course she created for LinkedIn. She has also spoken on the social and ethical implications of emerging technology at Aspen Institute’s Ideas Festival, Columbia University’s Global Freedom of Expression, McCourt Institute’s Future of Digital Governance, and the Social Impact Summit at SXSW.

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Presentations (4)
Navigate the AI Future: How to Thrive in the Next Digital Age

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rewriting the rules of what's possible, and like it or not, every business and its leaders faces a critical inflection point. Harnessing AI could secure your future, but if you fail to adapt, you could fall irreversibly behind. But making AI work for you is easier said than done. An unprecedented pace of innovation means the landscape constantly shifts under your feet. And AI introduces new complexities that many organizations struggle to navigate.

With two decades guiding business leaders through the maze of emerging tech, Alison will give you grounding in the shifts we’re facing and what to do about them. She’ll unravel the complexities of AI’s rapid progression, and provide a holistic view of its transformative impact on business and society. She’ll share insights on the long-term consequences and shifts in the competitive landscape, along with practical advice on how to foster an organization that’s ready for this next digital age.

AI & Us: Strategies for Families in an AI-driven World

In this interactive talk, Alison shares her insights as a mom with a 30-year career at the front edge of tech on how to prepare yourself and your family for an AI-driven world. Artificial Intelligence is already reshaping our cultural landscape, unlocking a new “possible” and altering what drives success. It’s accelerating scientific breakthroughs, offering personalized coaching for students, and providing cognitive support for those experiencing the effects of aging. But it’s also bringing us new problems, from deepfakes and disinformation to ethical concerns in education, shifting job landscapes, and even questioning our understanding of what it means to be human.
How do we guide our families? What do we tell our kids about how to succeed in a future where AI is ubiquitous? How do we stay safe in an era of deepfakes everywhere? Where should AI be used—and not used—for schoolwork?
With stories and frameworks, Alison helps you to understand and navigate the AI future.

AI and the Future of Society: Ethical Dilemmas and Transformative Promises

AI is rapidly reshaping our world, promising to revolutionize sectors from healthcare to education, making what was once deemed impossible within our grasp. Its capabilities could accelerate breakthroughs to solve some of humanity's most pressing challenges, including climate change, food insecurity and disease. Yet, as we stand on the brink of this new era, we also face unprecedented complexities. The advent of AI brings forth questions about the essence of humanity, bias and ethics, the future of employment, and the integrity of our information landscape. Never has it been more urgent to critically engage with and consciously shape the trajectory of our digital future.
This talk explores the contours of this landscape, examining both the promises AI holds and the caution it warrants. As we work to harness the power of AI, let’s do so with foresight, empathy, and a deep commitment to the common good.

Step into Tomorrow: It's More Than AI, It's the Next Digital Divide

We stand at the threshold of a new digital divide. Artificial Intelligence is reshaping what’s possible, and the ability to harness its potential is soon to become the pivotal distinction between leaders and laggards in the impending era. We’re shifting rapidly to a world of “AI everywhere”, and the people and organizations that understand how to leverage it are not only multiplying productivity, but amplifying creativity and accelerating innovation. Advanced organizations are not only working to embed AI in their work streams, but developing AI-enabled digital workers to collaborate with their traditional workforce. Embark on your journey to leverage AI’s transformative potential, as Alison demystifies the confusion surrounding the technology, unravels the complexities of this revolution, and provides a practical framework for professionals who are eager to jump in and start benefiting from the advantages it offers.

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In front of an audience of 3,000 technologists, Alison speaks to the potential for a new era of open innovation.
In front of an audience of 3,000 technologists, Alison speaks to the potential for a new era of open innovation.
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Books & Articles (5)

Unblocked: How Blockchains Will Change Your Business
O'Reilly Media,
2016
Forbes Contributor
LinkedIn Top Voice
Harvard Business Review
Venture Beat

Expertise (12)

Leadership
Business
Technology
Artificial Inteligence Digital Transformation Web3 Blockchain Emerging technologies Business and Innovation Metaverse emerging technology Empowering Entrepreneurship

Reviews

Testimonials (7)
  • Alison gave one of the most engaging and well received talks at our two-day conference. Our audience loved her energy.
    Roger Magoulas
    O’Reilly Media, Inc.
    Verified
  • Alison warmly welcomes her audience into an intimidating topic and makes it not only enjoyable, but inspires them to learn more.
    Gopi Rangan
    INSEAD
    Verified
  • Our audience absolutely loved Alison’s talk. She is not only an energetic and engaging speaker, she is an expert at cutting through the hype and making complex ideas simple.
    Victoria Howell
    UC Berkeley
    Verified
  • Alison deftly educates business leaders on the context and implications of blockchains and their potential.
    Eric Ly
    Co-founder
    LinkedIn
    Verified
  • Alison presents a smart business case for the world's next digital transformation.
    Keith Weed
    CMO
    Unilever
    Verified
  • Alison Is one of my favorite thought leaders in the blockchain space.
    Mary Lacity
    Blockchain Center of Excellence, University of Arkansas
    Verified
  • If you’re interested in blockchain, follow Alison. She grasps and talks about the important issues.
    Frank Yiannas
    Walmart and FDA
    Verified
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