Kevin J. Juliano

As AI reshapes industries at breakneck speed, will leaders become obsolete or more essential than ever? While AI excels at data processing, it can't replicate uniquely human leadership elements—empathy, moral reasoning, and the ability to inspire trust. This session explores how to harness AI as a powerful ally while doubling down on distinctly human capabilities. You'll discover frameworks for ethical AI decisions, maintaining authentic team connections, and balancing efficiency with human dignity. Through real case studies, learn to foster innovation while preserving what makes workplaces truly thrive.

We're all followers sometimes—but most organizations are built on passive compliance, not strategic followership. This session reveals the sophisticated art of courageous followership that drives real change. Whether you're leading teams or being led, you'll master when to support, when to challenge, and when to lead from behind. Learn the five dimensions of effective followership, how to disagree without being disagreeable, and the upward influence skills that transform you from passenger to co-pilot. Through real scenarios, discover how courageous followers save organizations from costly mistakes.

70% of employees feel disconnected, yet organizations keep throwing money at ping-pong tables instead of addressing what actually motivates humans. The solution lies in three core intrinsic drivers: autonomy, mastery, and purpose. This session provides practical tools for redesigning roles and systems to tap into these powerful motivators. Learn to conduct "motivation audits," create development experiences people crave, and help everyone find meaning in their work. Discover how simple shifts—not expensive programs—dramatically improve engagement, retention, and innovation.