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.

AI Leadership in Action: From Strategy to Implementation