The way we lead is changing fast.
Artificial intelligence is no longer a future trend. It's already reshaping how decisions get made, how teams communicate, and how work gets done. For today’s leaders, the real question isn't if AI belongs in your leadership toolkit — it's how to use it without losing the human skills that matter most.
That's exactly what we'll explore in AI Won't Replace Leaders — But AI‑Powered Leaders Will, a live virtual panel bringing together experts from PowerToFly, ThinkHuman, BizLibrary, and Emerson Collective.
Event details
Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. ET
Location: Virtual
Bonus: Eligible for SHRM credits
Why this conversation matters
AI isn't about replacing human judgment, empathy, or creativity. At its best, it amplifies them.
In this session, we'll break down how AI can help leaders:
- Make clearer, faster, and more informed decisions
- Communicate more effectively across teams
- Reduce burnout by working smarter, not harder
- Strengthen trust, empathy, and emotional intelligence — even in tech‑driven environments
Whether you work in HR, Talent Acquisition, L&D, or broader people leadership, this discussion will focus on what’s already changing — and how to stay ahead without losing what makes you an effective leader.
What we'll cover
- How AI is transforming core leadership skills like communication, decision‑making, and strategic thinking
- Practical tools and workflows leaders can use today to increase impact and reduce cognitive overload
- Ways to keep leadership human by reinforcing empathy, trust, and emotional intelligence alongside AI adoption
You'll leave with real examples, actionable takeaways, and a clearer understanding of how AI fits into modern leadership, without hype or fear‑based narratives.
Meet the speakers
Cristina Duke
VP of Sales & Customer Success, PowerToFly
Cristina Duke has a diverse background as an HR practitioner, SaaS Consultant, and top-performing saleswoman. She has worked on global teams at a 100,000+ person organization, as well as in start-ups where she had to wear many hats in order to keep the business operating. Cristina is an intelligent risk-taker and self-starter who thrives on change, with the ability to adapt and prepare for unexpected situations. It is through this varied experience that she has discovered her passions and strengths: Tech (particularly SaaS), managing client relationships, and training and developing others. She excels at learning a client's business and providing value-added solutions. Cristina believes a successful business model is created by building trusting and enduring partnerships with both internal and external customers.
Meredith Haberfeld
Founder & CEO of ThinkHuman
As Founder and CEO of ThinkHuman, Meredith helps transform businesses via services including culture building, CEO coaching and leadership development. Meredith and her team work with fast-growth, entrepreneurial-spirited organizations that are making things that are good for the world. Companies Meredith works with include SoulCycle, Betterment, Spotify and Flatiron Health to create thriving people-centric cultures.
Paul Eschen
Chief Marketing Officer at BizLibrary
As Chief Marketing Officer at BizLibrary, Paul helps learning & development professionals demonstrate ROI and secure a seat at the executive table. Passionate about behavioral science, he leverages data-driven insights to shape the future of learning and employee engagement. Paul believes that effective learning fuels business success, empowering organizations to develop talent, boost performance and drive measurable outcomes. His leadership ensures BizLibrary’s solutions are designed to make learning more engaging, accessible and impactful—helping clients build skilled, agile workforces that thrive in an evolving world.
Rodney H. Scaife
Head of People for Emerson Collective
Rodney H. Scaife is the Head of People for Emerson Collective, where he leads strategic Human Resources initiatives focused on talent acquisition, management, total rewards, employee experience, and culture. With over 30 years of professional experience in sales, operations, and Human Resources leadership, he has held executive positions including Chief People Officer at the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Head of HR for North America at CPA Global, and senior HR roles at Allervis Group, Freddie Mac, and AOL.
Who should attend
This event is designed for:
- HR and People leaders
- Talent Acquisition and L&D professionals
- Executives and senior managers navigating AI adoption
- Anyone responsible for leading teams in an AI‑driven workplace
If you're thinking critically about how AI fits into leadership — not as a replacement, but as a partner — this conversation is for you.
