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As you try to adapt to AI shifts, some governments are making one major mistake ?? They’re bringing in external consultants. In an Op-Ed in The National News, Yasar Jarrar, PhD, Managing Director of GOV CAMPUS, and our Executive Director, Luigi A. Pecoraro, Ed. D. discuss how critical it is for governments to build innovative internal , rather than outsourcing AI expertise. Many governments have leaned on external consultants, with the GCC alone spending more than $6 billion on consulting in 2023. This over-reliance has several drawbacks. Primarily, governments can struggle to react to new challenges independently. While consultants bring value, a government’s internal team must be equipped with the skills and knowledge to thrive in change. Doing so:? -Ensures decisions are informed by a deep understanding of local contexts and long-term implicants? -Fosters a culture of continuous learning? -Reduces long-term costs, which could help train public servants Read the full article in The National News:?https://lnkd.in/gWiCtfCh Upskilling your workforce starts with executive education. Visit EEE to learn how you can build a more adaptable team, reduce costs, and ensure long-term benefits.?https://lnkd.in/g86YbKwN #leadership #executiveeducation #genAI #AIstrategy

Happy hour with a side of AI ?? Join Dr. Gondy Leroy, Eller Associate Dean for Research and an MIS professor, for CATalyst Chat, an evening where she’ll discuss how to employ AI safely to harness its potential. AI can dramatically improve productivity, innovation, and revenue —?but that starts with knowing how to use it successfully. Register for the event here ??? https://lnkd.in/grYVhDAY Dr. Leroy is one of the expert faculty members of our Generative AI Leadership Accelerator (GALA), a four-day masterclass for teams of at least two to build actionable AI strategies for their organization. Learn more about GALA and save your seat (limited availability remaining; register now to guarantee a spot):?https://lnkd.in/g3QmPUDx Drinks and light bites will be provided. University of Arizona, Eller College of Management When: Thursday, March 20, 5:30-7 PM Where: 7135 E. Camelback Road, Suite 204 (University of Arizona, Scottsdale) #ExecutiveEducation #leadership #genAI #UniversityofArizona?

What happens when AI tries to help you build a table? That's a question The Home Depot and Lowe's Companies, Inc. are grappling with as they launch new #generativeAI assistants on their websites, designed to help consumers. Dr. Anastasiya Ghosh, Associate Dean of Partnerships and a marketing professor at University of Arizona, Eller College of Management, was recently featured in Marketplace by APM about the opportunities and pitfalls of chatbots. They can provide more interactive experiences for consumers. They can also give organizations greater insights into how consumers make buying decisions. But they're prone to hallucinations, and bad advice can sour our experience with a chatbot — or even a brand. AI-powered chatbots are an everyday opportunity for consumers to encounter AI, but how can you ensure that they not only improve operational efficiency but also have a positive effect on your brand???That is why we launched the Generative AI Leadership Accelerator (GALA). Link to the full article in the comments, but first... ???? Learn more about GALA and sign up (only a few seats remaining!):?https://lnkd.in/g3QmPUDx Thank you,?Meghan McCarty Carino,?for writing the article! #executiveeducation #leadership #LLMs #AIleadership?

Only a few seats remaining! Registration closes soon for our Generative AI Leadership Accelerator (AI) program, a four-day intensive masterclass?that gives leaders essential AI tools and strategies. This?matters now more than ever — even if your organization isn’t using AI, your employees certainly are. According to McKinsey & Company, employees are 3x more likely to use AI than leadership expects. Through GALA, leaders will:? -Gain a foundational understanding of AI? -Build an AI strategy for their organization to ensure all team members are using it effectively and safely -Learn how to identify the right tools to?boost productivity, decision-making, and team culture? -Network with other forward-thinking leaders The program will be led by acclaimed U of A faculty, including from @MIS at the University of Arizona, the #1 public #MIS program in the country*: -Gondy Leroy – AI expert and Associate Dean for Research (listen to her explain how leaders can embrace AI below) -Matthew Hashim – Associate Director of the AI Lab -Joe Carella – Executive strategy and leadership expert -Paul Melendez – Ethics in AI thought leader -Bikram Ghosh – Marketing strategy & AI-driven business transformation -Mohammed Shafae – AI in manufacturing & cybersecurity -Yong Ge – GenAI applications and AI model customization When: April 8-11, 2025 Where: Chandler, AZ Minimum of two participants from each organization required.?This exclusive program is limited to a select number of companies. Learn more and schedule a free consultation:?https://lnkd.in/g3QmPUDx *Via 2025 U.S. News & World Report #genAI #LLMs #ExecutiveEducation #leadership?

It’s becoming more and more clear: AI can absolutely take certain jobs if you’re not prepared. The key to staying relevant in the age of AI isn’t resisting it—it’s learning how to harness it. AI can augment your capabilities, making you more efficient, creative, and valuable. The question isn’t whether AI will change jobs—it already is. New roles like prompt engineers didn’t exist five years ago, and more will emerge. But you don’t have to be a programmer to benefit from AI. The real advantage goes to those who adapt and integrate AI into their work. Whether that means refining your ability to generate better prompts, automating routine tasks, or leveraging AI for deeper insights, the future belongs to those who learn how to work with AI, not against it. ?? How are you using AI to augment your skills? ?? What new AI-driven roles do you see emerging in your industry? Hear more on these insights and more from our webinar, Bracing for the Next Big AI Wave: Tools to Stay Ahead -> https://hubs.ly/Q038_h810 Drop your thoughts in the comments—let us hear what you think! #AI #FutureOfWork #CareerGrowth #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #AIIntegration

The secret to successful leadership? Constant learning. Our executive director, Luigi A. Pecoraro, Ed. D., put that into practice last week when he joined the HR Executive Roundtables, presented by AzHREF - Arizona Human Resource Executive Forum, with fellow leaders Nate Jack (Gibson), Laurie Battaglia (Aligned At Work), and Erin Im (Friends of the Children - Phoenix). They covered topics ranging from how to enhance the employee experience (crucial to culture and your bottom line), the state of DEI, and how data intersects with training. Leadership is never static, especially in the face of societal change and rapidly changing tech. Creating an engaged, motivated, skilled workforce requires continuous collaboration to ensure we're leading successfully — and giving rising leaders the tools they need to grow. Thank you to Joan (Joni) Hibdon for letting us share your photos! What questions about HR, employee engagement, and leadership do you have? Let us know in the comments. ?? #azhref #ExecutiveEducation #leadership #hrexecutives #arizona

Do you have 4 minutes to determine whether your AI strategy stacks up? AI can create incredible opportunities and solve sticky problems, but only for those who are prepared to use it the right way. Eller's AI experts have created an AI Readiness Assessment that will immediately point you on the path to more productivity, efficiency, and opportunities, all from better AI implementation. In just 4 minutes, this assessment will help you: ? Understand where your organization stands ? Identify gaps in strategy, resources, or skills ? Chart a course to lead—not lag—through the AI transformation ?? Early adopters see the biggest ROI. Take the first step toward your AI future. ?? Click here to take the assessment: https://hubs.ly/Q038_fzS0 #genAI #AI #artificialintelligence

Are you ready to have AIs as coworkers? AI is already reshaping the way we work—but the real question is: How do we define the appropriate roles for AI and human team members? Each industry will need a tailored approach. What works in a highly regulated environment will look very different from retail or tech. Leaders will need to make critical decisions about who has agency in AI-driven collaboration, how AI integrates into teams, and what boundaries should exist between human expertise and AI-powered efficiency. The key isn’t just adopting AI tools—it’s understanding how to experiment, refine, and set clear rules for AI’s role in hiring, decision-making, and operations. ?? How is your industry approaching AI in leadership and team dynamics? ?? What challenges or opportunities do you see emerging? Listen in on this clip from a recent AI webinar hosted by Dr. Gondy Leroy. And if you want to hear more, you can check it out here -> https://hubs.ly/Q038_S2-0 Drop your thoughts in the comments—let us hear your perspective! #Leadership #AI #FutureOfWork #TeamDynamics #Innovation #ArtificialIntelligence

According to a recent report by McKinsey, employees are 3x more likely to be using AI than their leadership expects. Employees are more ready for AI than their leadership is. How can you get your leadership ready? “Employees will be the ones to make their organizations AI powerhouses. They are more ready to embrace AI in the workplace than business leaders imagine. They are more familiar with AI tools, they want more support and training, and they are more likely to believe AI will replace at least a third of their work in the near future. Now it’s imperative that leaders step up. They have more permission space than they realize, so it’s on them to be bold and capture the value of AI. Now.” McKinsey Report “Superagency in the workplace: Empowering people to unlock AI’s full potential” Read it here -> https://hubs.ly/Q037KVJS0 @Dr. Gondy Leroy says if you’re not using it, you’re going to get behind. @Dr. Joe Carella says if your employees aren’t using it at work, they are taking your data home and using it on their personal computers, creating a data security risk. Ultimately, it’s teams that will deliver on the promise of AI. That’s why Eller Executive Education faculty have created a unique AI accelerator for teams. There is nothing else like it. If your leadership is ready to step up, come launch an AI initiative with us. https://hubs.ly/Q037KN480 #executiveeducation #artificialintelligence #genAI #leadership

Congratulations?to the 2024 Cohort of the International Fresh Produce Association’s Management Fundamentals program! ? Our team created this bespoke program to provide young floral and produce leaders with financial acumen, #leadership strategies, and #management skills. In addition to asynchronous content and live Q&A sessions with distinguished?EEE faculty, the program welcomes its graduates back as mentors. We're thrilled to help equip the next generation of leaders with the tools and knowledge necessary to navigate a period of rapid change in their industry! Join us in celebrating our graduates: Jessica Bergna, Joey Dulley, Kyle F., Adriana Frias, Kendra Meddaugh, Keegan Morford, Andres Padilla, Jacob Serck, Matthew Snider, and Jordan Strater. Thank you to Deborrah Himsel, Megan Nash, and Nikki Wootten for their work on the program. #ExecutiveEducation #IFPA