<p>The visionary behind Google’s AI-first transformation and the pioneer for using AI in organizational decision-making, Cassie Kozyrkov blends deep technical expertise and executive experience with humor and charisma. </p><p>Cassie Kozyrkov is a renowned leader in artificial intelligence and the founder of Decision Intelligence, the process of applying analytics, AI and automation to aid decision-making. As Google’s first Chief Decision Scientist, she spearheaded the tech giant’s AI-first transformation, training over 20,000 Googlers and impacting more than 500 projects. Cassie stands out for her captivating ability to make complex AI and data concepts accessible and engaging. Combining deep technical expertise with humor and theater-trained charisma, she delivers presentations that empower audiences to harness the power and beauty of AI. </p><p>Cassie’s insights have guided global leaders at organizations like Gucci, NASA, Meta, and GSK. A seasoned speaker on the world’s most prestigious stages—including the United Nations, World Economic Forum, and SXSW—Cassie has delighted audiences in over 40 countries across all seven continents. Audiences walk away inspired and empowered to navigate the future with confidence and innovation.</p>
Former Chief Decision Scientist at Google, AI Luminary, Pioneer of Decision Intelligence
<ul><li><strong>The Future is AI-First: Are You Ready to Lead?</strong></li><li>Leading a business through the AI revolution demands vision and bold action. Cassie Kozyrkov, the architect of Google’s AI-first transformation, challenges leaders to rethink what it means to lead in the AI era. She shares innovative strategies for embedding AI into the fabric of your company, transforming not just how you work but what you can achieve. Attendees will walk away with a clear roadmap to becoming leaders in AI-driven innovation, equipped to outpace the competition and thrive in a rapidly changing technological landscape.</li><li><strong>AI Won’t Steal Your Job, But It Will Steal Your Excuses</strong></li><li>Contrary to popular fears, AI won’t be the doom of humanity—but once AI starts handling repetitive tasks, you’ll have to face something even scarier: the chance to do truly impactful work. This session challenges you to drop the excuses, step up your game, and seize the creative freedom AI offers by taking drudgery off your plate. The best defense against job automation isn’t hiding from AI—it’s taking charge of it. Find out how embracing and leading AI initiatives can secure your role, build your influence, and allow you to thrive in the rapidly evolving future of work.</li><li><strong>Why Businesses Fail at AI Adoption: From Buzzwords to Business Strategy</strong></li><li>Artificial intelligence is no longer science fiction, yet many businesses fail to harness its potential at scale. In this insightful talk, Cassie Kozyrkov strips away the jargon to explore what’s easy, what’s hard, and how to spot genuine opportunities to improve your business with AI. She delves into why organizations struggle, uncovers the two biggest threats in the field, and discusses what this means for the future of work. Discover the secrets to successful AI innovation and learn how to avoid common pitfalls, unlocking AI’s true potential for your organization. Get ready to turn today’s hype into tomorrow’s growth.</li><li><strong>How to Upgrade Your Decision-Making... Instantly</strong></li><li>Your life outcomes boil down to two things: luck and the quality of your decisions, making decision-making crucial. Yet society often neglects it as a skill to develop. In this empowering talk, Cassie Kozyrkov reveals how outcome bias and confirmation bias prevent us from learning the right lessons and making better choices. She demonstrates how tolerating these biases institutionalizes complacency and hinders progress. The good news? You can overcome them instantly by asking the most powerful question: “What would it take to change your mind?” Walk away with practical strategies to eliminate excuses, confront your biases, and elevate your decision-making immediately.</li></ul>