Cassie Kozyrkov
Transform AI strategy into business results with Cassie Kozyrkov, Decision Intelligence pioneer and AI keynote speaker. Cassie equips organizations to identify high-value AI opportunities and implement responsible governance frameworks. Former Google Chief Decision Scientist advising NASA, Spotify, Meta, and GSK on practical AI implementation.
New York, United States
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As Google's first Chief Decision Scientist, Cassie led the company's AI-first transformation, personally training over 20,000 employees and influencing more than 500 initiatives. No matter how big the auditorium, Google had to use lotteries to manage the demand to participate in one of Cassie's live workshops. She now advises global organizations including NASA, Spotify, Meta, and GSK on AI strategy implementation.
Cassie helps businesses navigate the complexities of AI adoption by translating technical concepts into actionable frameworks. Her methodology enables companies to identify high-value AI opportunities, implement responsible governance structures, and build data-driven decision cultures that deliver measurable results. Her work bridges the gap between technical capabilities and business outcomes.
Audiences leave Cassie's presentations with practical tools for evaluating AI investments, frameworks for responsible technology implementation, and confidence to lead AI initiatives without requiring deep technical expertise. Her theater-trained delivery ensures complex concepts become accessible and memorable.
Book Cassie for your next event to give your audience the rare combination of cutting-edge AI insights and immediately applicable business strategies.
Topics, Sessions And Talks
In her talk, Cassie Kozyrkov, the architect of Google's AI-first transformation, explores the implications of AI outpacing human problem definition. She raises critical questions about the potential loss of deeper understanding as leaders increasingly rely on AI for answers. Attendees will learn why generative AI presents unique challenges for management, how to adapt leadership strategies for the AI era, and effective decision-making frameworks to navigate the risks and opportunities presented by AI.
Cassie Kozyrkov, a leader in Decision Intelligence, addresses the complexities of decision-making in a data-saturated world. She demonstrates how businesses can convert overwhelming data into strategic actions, bridging the gap between insights and effective decisions. Attendees will gain practical strategies for leveraging technology and fostering a data-driven culture, ultimately enhancing their organisation's decision-making capabilities and unlocking untapped business potential.
Cassie Kozyrkov, the mastermind behind Google's AI-first transformation, urges leaders to embrace the AI revolution with vision and courage. She presents innovative strategies for integrating AI into business operations, fundamentally changing both work processes and potential outcomes. Attendees will gain a clear roadmap for becoming leaders in AI-driven innovation, empowering them to excel in a fast-evolving technological landscape.
Cassie Kozyrkov, who led Google's AI-first transformation, emphasises that the true competitive edge lies in human judgement, not technology. She encourages leaders to redefine their roles in an AI-driven world, equipping them with mental agility and decision-making frameworks. Attendees will learn how to effectively harness AI's potential while avoiding the pitfalls of thoughtless automation, enabling them to think faster and lead smarter.
Cassie Kozyrkov addresses the growing trust gap between AI's capabilities and our understanding. Through the lens of a historical hoax, she highlights how even the most knowledgeable can be deceived. By examining both historical and contemporary examples, Cassie emphasises the importance of recognising AI's strengths and limitations. Attendees will learn actionable strategies to enhance tech fluency, cultivate healthy scepticism, and establish digital trust habits for a confident future.
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