Unlock AI's full potential to empower your organization and elevate human capabilities — this session will broaden your approach to technology and leadership. In the rapidly evolving landscape of AI, much attention has been given to its impact on software development and content production. However, the transformative potential of AI extends far beyond these realms. Join us for an in-depth exploration of AI use cases outside of traditional tech and marketing fields, tailored for forward-thinking leaders. Enterprises have long leveraged AI and machine learning to automate mundane tasks, driving productivity gains. With the advent of Generative AI (GenAI), we are witnessing a new era where AI augments human capabilities, offering unprecedented opportunities for innovation and efficiency through increased agency. While examples like Klaviyo's AI-driven customer support have made headlines, the scope of AI's influence is much broader and holds significant promise for various sectors. This session will delve into: Innovative Use Cases: Discover how AI is revolutionizing industries such as healthcare, finance, human resources, and more. From predictive analytics in talent management to AI-driven insights for strategic decision-making, learn how to integrate AI to unlock new levels of organizational performance. Real-world case studies from Walmart, McKinsey, and Microsoft will illustrate how these innovations are being applied today. Human-Centric AI: Understand the importance of keeping the human element at the forefront of AI implementation. Explore ethical considerations and how AI can augment employees' skills, providing them with the tools and insights needed to excel in their roles while fostering a culture of collaboration and creativity. Practical Integration: Gain actionable insights on when and how to integrate AI into your operations effectively. Learn from case studies such as Microsoft’s customer support transformation, Unilever's brand knowledge base, and McKinsey’s internal AI tools that demonstrate successful AI integration. These real-world examples offer a roadmap for leveraging AI to achieve your organization’s goals. Join us to explore how AI can be a powerful ally in driving success, enhancing human potential, and fostering a culture of innovation and trust within your organization. This event is designed for leaders who are ready to go beyond the hype and embrace AI's true potential to transform their industries and empower their workforce. Featured Speakers: Charlotte Relyea Senior Partner, McKinsey & Company Matthew Duncan Head of Thought Leadership on the Future of Work, Microsoft Moderator: Shakeel Rashed Board Member, Partner & Mentor, Capital Factory

A recap of our 2024 Summit which took place on April 7th & 8th, 2024 at the Campus on Lake Austin in Austin, Texas.

Walter Isaacson, one of the world’s most prolific authors on genius, leadership & entrepreneurship as well as the former editor of Time Magazine, the CEO & Chairman of CNN, and the CEO of the Aspen Institute, discusses the creativity of genius, leadership & culture in our 2C24 opening keynote. Interviewed by our co-founder & CEO, Eugene Sepulveda. Key Takeaways: 1.) Do you have to be an asshole to be a disruptor in the tech space? (Hard core vs nurturing cultures.) 2.) How important is the role of risk-taking? 3.) Innovation and technology as a team sport that can transcend generations. 4.) Should cultures blur the lines between disobedience and initiative?

A Culturati 2C24 Keynote featuring Matthew Duncan, Head of Thought Leadership on the Future of Work, Microsoft. Generative AI promises to transform work for every role and function. Becoming an AI-Powered Organization will take new leadership, talent and a reimagination of how work gets done. Join Matthew Duncan as he shares an AI-powered approach to unlock productivity, unleash creativity, and uplevel skills for everyone. Takeaways: 1.) AI is not just a tool – it is a new dimension of work 2.) Employees are suffering from a time and energy deficiency and digital debt 3.) Broken work patterns are causing this deficiency – but AI is already showing signs of fixing them 4.) Only businesses that re-allocate refunded time and energy wisely will truly benefit from the new dimension of work

A Culturati 2C24 Keynote featuring Katy George (Senior Partner & Chief People Officer, McKinsey & Company), Bryan Hancock & Emily Field (Partners, McKinsey & Company). Managers play a key role in driving organizational value, particularly when it comes to scaling and capturing value from GenAI, making it crucial to accurately define their responsibilities and ensure they receive support. Takeaways: 1.) Managers are more critical than ever before. Organizations need to set the role up for success, by cutting unnecessary administrivia and supporting and empowering their managers 2.) The path is not one size fits all. Organizations need to set up optionality so that being a manager isn’t perceived as the only way to advance, and organizations need to get clear on what they expect of their managers and assess accordingly 3.) Organizations must continuously develop their managers so they are building new skills to deliver in a rapidly evolving world of work.

A Culturati 2C24 Panel featuring Brett Hurt (CEO & co-founder, data.world), Julia Cheek (CEO & founder, Everly Health), Omair Tariq (CEO & founder, Cart.com) moderated by Eugene Sepulveda. Brett, Julia and Omair discuss pioneering strategies and insights as a panel of leading entrepreneurs, sharing their unique experiences and approaches to cultivating a vibrant and innovative organizational culture.  Takeaway: We’re reinventing the workplace. It’s not just who we hire but also who we allow to stay. The talent dynamic is shifting.

A Culturati 2C24 Keynote featuring Sunita Khatri, Senior Director, Product Marketing, Microsoft. In today’s dynamic workplace, energized and empowered employees are the key to durable competitive advantage for every organization. Discover the latest insights around how you can create a high-performance workforce in this new world of work. Learn how to bring together the tools and applications you need to drive employee engagement, enable productivty, and build a more resilient, future-proof business. Takeaways: 1.) Discover the latest research and strategies for creating a more engaged and productive workforce 2.) Learn how next-generation AI can enhance the employee experience in your organization 3.) Hear from business leaders on how they are driving performance in today's workplace

A Culturati 2C24 Keynote featuring Bill Schaninger & Christie Smith, Senior Partners, Modern Executive Solutions. It’s time to pull apart decades of leadership and management “best practices” and get to what actually works. A truly modern organization is one that is capable of evolving and taking people and business into the future. Takeaways: 1.) The outdated leadership principles you should leave behind + the introduction of the Modern Leadership Framework 2.) Why putting humans at the center of management and leadership is good for business 3.) Insights into navigating the complexity of today's leadership requirements in the context of social and geo-political headwinds

A Culturati 2C24 Keynote. Mark McClain, CEO and Founder of SailPoint, the leading identity security company, discusses the potential benefits and harm of AI technology and its implications on company culture in the workplace. Takeaways: 1.) What history has taught us about technology advancements in the workplace 2.) The potential benefits and harm of AI in today’s workplace 3.) How to proceed aggressively, with caution

The Culturati Summit is the premier corporate culture event for executives, investors, and scholars. Along with our Knowledge Partners, Microsoft and McKinsey & Company, our sponsors & scholars, we unite powerhouse speakers, interactive sessions, and engaging workshops so leaders are empowered with the latest research and tactics. During our two-day event held in Austin, we bring together the best minds to engage in intimate, transformative conversations on how culture contributes to company & employee success. Culturati: Changing the world through the workplace, together. culturatisummit.com

Description: Steven Tomlinson works from interviews with CEOs and other corporate executives to imagine (with the help of Austin theatre collective, Rude Mechs) how a turbocharged chatbot would advise a business leader to navigate the growing tension between workers’ expectations and investors’ demands. He’ll explore: Why is leadership suddenly so stressful? What is this the moment to try? How do I need to stretch as a leader to meet what’s trying to happen in our economy?

A live-recording of McKinsey & Company's Culturati 2C23 Keynote, “Performance Through People: Transforming Human Capital Into Competitive Advantage” Apr 3, 2023 Katy George, Chief People Officer and Senior Partner, McKinsey & Company, New Jersey Dr. Brooke Weddle, Partner, McKinsey & Company, Washington, D.C. Claudia S. Toussaint, SVP, Chief People & Sustainability Officer, Xylem Description: Most business leaders agree that developing their people is the right thing to do, but they are often less clear on how those efforts translate to the bottom line. Recent McKinsey research found that companies that develop human capital and manage it well have a performance edge over sector peers when it comes to earnings consistency, resilience in times of crisis, and employee retention. In this session, we’ll delve into this research and explore the organizational practices that can help companies translate developing talent into bottom-line impact. Key Takeaways: Learn how investing in people translates into bottom line impact, including linking talent to value Delve into innovative ways organizations are thinking about skill development (e.g., self-authored journeys) Explore the practices and behaviors organizations can embrace to drive growth while building human capital

A live-recording of Microsoft's Culturati 2C23 Keynote “Work Trend Index: Why Investing In People Leads To Better Business Performance” Apr 3, 2023 Seth Patton, General Manager, Employee Experience, Microsoft Angela Byers, PhD, Employee Experience Leader, Microsoft Karen Clay, VP Talent Management, Johnson Controls LaToya Collins-Jones, VP Culture, Diversity & Inclusion, Dell Technologies Description: Work is changing more than ever, with AI poised to fundamentally shift how we work every day. At the same time, leaders are facing a new wave of work-related pressures: economic turbulence, reduced workforces and resource strain. A new employee experience is needed that activates your workforce with data and AI to continuously enhance company performance. New Work Trend Index research shows that organizations with high employee engagement outperform their peers financially. They also bear distinctive characteristics, including a clear business strategy that creates alignment, people with the right skills, resources, and connections to perform, and a drive to continually make work better. Technology can play a big role in achieving these imperatives. Key Takeaways: 1. Explore the relationship between employee engagement and corporate performance 2. Learn the key differences between organizations with high engagement and low engagement 3. Uncover technology’s potential in creating the new employee experience that activates your workforce 4. Hear learning from industry leaders on their employee experience transformations

From the Culturati: 2C23 Keynote by Ellen McGirt, Senior Editor, FORTUNE Magazine Moderated by Josh Jones-Dilworth, CEO, JDI & co-founder, Culturati Description: Ellen McGirt notes a growing disconnect between how senior leaders think their investments in DEI are going and how their employees really feel about them - she feels the tension in her in-box every day. Bottom line: Employees were wary to begin with and they're just not feeling it. There's compelling research from Gallup on this — in fact, fewer than a third feel that anything has really changed in terms of race and equity at work. Key Takeaways: 1. Reimagining leadership as an exercise in humility, design and sharing power. 2. Flexibility as one of the most potent tools to build equity. 3. Systems of exclusion are invisible to those who breeze by them.

Adm. Wyman Howard (Ret.), U.S. Navy Moderated by Mark Updegrove, President, LBJ Foundation Description: We are delighted to announce our closing keynote featuring retired United States Navy Rear Admiral, Adm. Wyman Howard. As the former Commander of the United States Naval Special Warfare Command and the Special Operations Command Central, Adm. Howard has led teams through some of the most difficult and challenging environments in the world. He will be joined on stage by Mark Updegrove, President of the LBJ Foundation, for a conversation about the crucial skills and practices needed to build high-performing teams in today's uncertain environment. Their discussion will cover how to select for individual character attributes that enable effective problem-solving in challenging markets and operational environments, as well as how to anticipate future scenarios to strengthen business resilience and reduce the psychological impact of unforeseen events. With Adm. Howard's extensive military experience, attendees will gain valuable insights into how to translate battlefield experiences to the corporate boardroom, and keep teams executing at a high level through whatever challenges may come. Key Takeaways: 1. The ability to function effectively and solve hard problems in ‘uncertain’ markets / operational environments – is an individual character attribute you can select for when building high performing teams 2. A consistent enterprise practice that poses future scenarios – and inclusively thinks through options ahead of a surprise – strengthens the resiliency of the business and shortens the psychological dislocation that comes from unforeseen events 3. Individual / team health forms a bedrock foundation for uncertainty – health & balance across the mind, body, spirit pillars – a foundation to withstand shock and creatively lead through it

Gathering the best minds, sharing our playbooks, and designing cultures that drive performance. Culturati, with our Knowledge Partners Microsoft and McKinsey & Company, is the premier culture event for corporate leaders. We unite powerhouse speakers, interactive sessions, and engaging workshops so leaders are empowered with the latest research and tactics. During our two-day event held in Austin, a host of keynote speakers lead transformative, intimate conversations on how companies can sync their brand purpose and unleash the best in their employees. From putting power in the hands of employees and amplifying social capital, to addressing labor and skill shortages, Culturati offers candid dialogue and connection between C-suite executives, investors, and scholars as they build cultures that drive company performance. Culturati: Harnessing the power of culture in a disruptive world.

CREATING A WINNING CULTURE Cynt Marshall, CEO Dallas Mavericks Marshall’s story of sticking by her leadership principles of listen, learn, and love—or what she calls the “three Ls”—and the success it led to over the course of her career. As the first Black female CEO of an NBA team, Cynt was hired in 2018 to turn around the Dallas Maverick’s culture. They are now recognized as one of the league’s most well run franchises and have since enjoyed winning records. 1. How listening is the first step towards cultural revolution. 2. The value of learning who your employees are, personally and professionally. 3. The key to lasting success: love your workforce as people first and employees second.

THE FORGOTTEN CAPITAL: THE ROLE OF SOCIAL CAPITAL IN UNLOCKING WORKPLACE CULTURE AND PERFORMANCE Dr. Brooke Weddle, Partner McKinsey & Company Dr. Bill Schaninger, Senior Partner McKinsey & Company Leaders have long understood the importance of financial capital and human capital. However, in light of the changing nature of work, we’ve seen a third type of capital emerge that is the key to unlocking both: social capital, i.e., the network of relationships and connections, shared norms, and trust among individuals, teams, and leaders. Despite its importance, social capital has been largely overlooked to date. Leaders that are able to successfully harness the power of social capital will not only be able to deliver value, but will also be able to attract, develop, and retain their talent. Key Takeaways: 1. Explore the science behind social capital 2. Discuss the impact social capital has on organizations and their people 3. Learn the ways leaders can create greater social capital in their organizations to drive performance

CAPTURING THE POWER OF SOCIAL CAPITAL Andrea Alexander, Chief People Officer, Rent the Runway Moderated by Dr. Brooke Weddle, Partner, McKinsey & Company Explore the idea of social capital and the role it plays in unlocking culture and performance with a Chief People Officer who is helping her organization redefine what it means to be productive and prioritize human interaction and connection, while simultaneously embracing the flexibility employees want. Key Takeaways: 1. New definition of productivity 2. Importance of understanding the DEI impact of focusing on social capital 3. Role of the company, People/HR function, and managers going forward

As the Great Resignation continues, businesses are rethinking their hiring processes and what it takes to attract talent. In parallel, technology and automation are evolving which in turn is driving the need for greater adaptability among people and employers. Indeed CEO Chris Hyams will offer perspective on the following topics: Key Takeaways: 1. The state of the current job market 2. What research shows about the state of talent pools in the future 3. Why businesses need to focus on greater access to opportunity for all Speakers: Chris Hyams, CEO Indeed Moderated by Ellen McGirt, Senior Editor Fortune

Feedback as a tool for Connection, growth and engagement. There is an increasing amount of data coming out that in this new hybrid work environment, people are more disengaged and stressed than ever. So how do we create work cultures where people feel more connected and engaged? A targeted solution centers on embracing feedback for development. In this panel discussion, we will explore what feedback for development is (and what it isn’t); and discuss how organizations can reframe feedback as a tool for connection and growth. We’ll delve into feedback skills, development frameworks, and applications of AI that lay the foundation for psychologically safe, high growth environments. By being laser focused on supporting feedback communication skills, leaders and teams can accelerate their personal growth, unlock team potential and create sustainable team connections to flourish in a hybrid world. Speakers: Carol Shen, Founder of Start Culture Shift Carol Shen partners with leaders to improve work culture by focusing on the fundamentals of building connections and relationships. She is the founder of Start Culture Shift, a roadmap for any leader to start immediate, actionable steps towards fostering greater team connections and working smarter in hybrid work environments. Her experiences as a mother, spouse, business owner, friend, mental health advocate, and seeker of continuous feedback for growth has complemented her extensive career experience as a Chief Learning Officer, non-profit board member, ILPA Institute curriculum advisor and faculty, and human capital best practices expert, with eight years at CEB, now Gartner. Carol has a BA in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from UC Berkeley and an MBA from University of Maryland's Robert H. Smith Business School. Mara Gerstein, Co-Founder and CEO of Loupe Mara Gerstein is a multiple award-winning digital marketer, content developer, and team leader. She is the co-founder of Loupe, an AI platform revolutionizing how people use feedback for personal and professional development. Prior to Loupe, Mara held several senior leadership roles, including head of marketing services delivery for SapientNitro NY, leading up to its acquisition by Publicis Groupe. Mara is a thought leader on feedback for growth and organizational culture, authoring white papers and appearing at conferences, on podcasts, and in articles. Mara has a BA in History from Brown University and a MA in Media Studies from the New School. Brodie Riordan, Author of Feedback Fundamentals and Evidence-Based Best Practices Brodie Riordan, PhD, PCC is an industrial/organizational psychologist, executive coach, feedback zealot, and author. She is on a personal mission to change the way people think about feedback, and encourage them to embrace it 10% more (or hate it 10% less…). Her 2020 book, Feedback Fundamentals and Evidence-Based Best Practices distills findings from decades of research into actionable, approachable tools for work and life. In addition to leading Ocular, a consulting practice that focuses on complex talent and people challenges, Brodie also advises several HR tech startups, including Loupe, a feedback platform that actually aligns with feedback best practices. Brodie is also an executive coach with the Boda Group and a part-time professor at Georgetown University. Her latest book, The Coaching Shift, aims to make coaching skills and a coaching mindset accessible to all. Previously, Brodie has held global leadership roles in talent and learning & development with Procter & Gamble, Corporate Executive Board (CEB), and McKinsey & Company. Brodie has an MA and PhD in Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychology from the University of Akron, a BA in psychology from Washington and Lee University, and she completed her leadership coach training in Georgetown University’s Institute for Transformational Leadership. Panel Moderator:Rae Bernamoff, Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Loupe Rae has spent the last decade guiding Fortune 500s and fast growing startups to build beloved brands from the inside out, prioritizing their culture as much as their customers. As the Strategy and Design Director at an award-winning creative agency and later as a consultant with a VC fund, she has named, positioned, developed campaigns, designed graphic identity systems, created experiential activations, and architected culture change for global businesses, celebrity personalities, and startups alike. Always passionate about helping organizations and individuals live into their purpose, Rae co-founded Loupe to empower employees to own their development journey and the Loupe Lab to embed a design-thinking approach to behavior change within organizations.

Since the introduction of large language models such as ChatGPT, Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the way we work -- from students in schools and universities all over the world to our workplace, and its implications for work culture are profound. This panel will explore how AI is changing the way we work, collaborate, and learn. We will discuss the benefits and challenges of AI, and how leaders can create a culture that embraces this new technology and whether we need government involvement in terms of regulations. Panel: Chris Hyams is Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Board Director of Indeed. Chris joined Indeed in 2010 as Vice President of Product, responsible for technology strategy and innovation. In 2015, Chris became President, assuming additional responsibility for Indeed’s revenue growth and client success. Chris was appointed Indeed CEO in April 2019, leading Indeed’s mission to help people get jobs. Brett Hurt is the CEO and co-founder of data.world, a Public Benefit Corporation (and Certified B Corporation®) that is the platform for modern data teamwork and the world’s largest collaborative data community. In 2017, 2018, and 2019, data.world was honored on the “Best for the World” list by B Lab, placing the company in the top 10% of all B Corps globally. Brett is also the co-owner of Hurt Family Investments (HFI), alongside his wife, Debra. HFI are involved in 73 startups, 21 VC funds, and multiple philanthropic endeavors. Shakeel Rashed (Moderator) has been writing about and investing in AI startups since 2014 in Austin. He has been in the software business for more than 20 years, at the forefront of all emerging technologies from client-server to web to cloud to Internet of Things. Shakeel has gained valuable experience in an array of industries, including Finance, Telecom and Service providers, Pharmaceuticals, Consumer Goods, Advertising, Distribution, Retail, Restaurants, and Oil and Gas. He is currently a Partner and on the Board of Advisors at Capital Factory in Austin, Texas. This thought-provoking panel will delve into the following key topics: 1. Recent advances in AI: Understand the rapid advancements in Generative AI and its integration into everyday work environments. Explore the different applications of AI, such as automation, predictive analytics, and natural language processing, and their potential to revolutionize the way we work. 2. Shaping Workplace Culture: Investigate how AI influences workplace culture, including its impact on employee engagement, collaboration, decision-making processes, and overall organizational dynamics. Examine the benefits and challenges of incorporating AI technologies into existing cultural frameworks. 3. Ethical Considerations: Delve into the ethical implications of AI at the workplace, including issues of privacy, transparency, bias, and fairness. Discuss the importance of responsible AI development, implementation, and governance to ensure that AI technologies align with organizational values and societal expectations. 4. Augmentation, Not Replacement: Explore the concept of AI as an augmentation tool rather than a replacement for human workers. Discover how AI can enhance employee productivity, creativity, and skill development, leading to a more fulfilling and meaningful work experience. 5. The Human Element: Highlight the critical role of human skills in the age of AI. Discuss the importance of emotional intelligence, adaptability, and critical thinking as essential skills for employees to thrive in a technology-driven workplace. Address the potential need for upskilling and reskilling initiatives to bridge the gap between humans and AI. 6. Cultivating AI-Ready Organizations: Identify strategies for organizations to successfully navigate the integration of AI into their culture and work processes. Examine the challenges of change management, fostering a culture of trust, and ensuring effective human-AI collaboration. Join us for an enlightening panel discussion as we explore the multifaceted implications of AI on workplace culture. Gain valuable insights, discover best practices, and envision a future where humans and AI technologies coexist harmoniously in the pursuit of organizational excellence.

Since the introduction of large language models such as ChatGPT, Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the way we work -- from students in schools and universities all over the world to our workplace, and its implications for work culture are profound. This panel will explore how AI is changing the way we work, collaborate, and learn. We will discuss the benefits and challenges of AI, and how leaders can create a culture that embraces this new technology and whether we need government involvement in terms of regulations. Panel: Chris Hyams is Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Board Director of Indeed. Chris joined Indeed in 2010 as Vice President of Product, responsible for technology strategy and innovation. In 2015, Chris became President, assuming additional responsibility for Indeed’s revenue growth and client success. Chris was appointed Indeed CEO in April 2019, leading Indeed’s mission to help people get jobs. Brett Hurt is the CEO and co-founder of data.world, a Public Benefit Corporation (and Certified B Corporation®) that is the platform for modern data teamwork and the world’s largest collaborative data community. In 2017, 2018, and 2019, data.world was honored on the “Best for the World” list by B Lab, placing the company in the top 10% of all B Corps globally. Brett is also the co-owner of Hurt Family Investments (HFI), alongside his wife, Debra. HFI are involved in 73 startups, 21 VC funds, and multiple philanthropic endeavors. Shakeel Rashed (Moderator) has been writing about and investing in AI startups since 2014 in Austin. He has been in the software business for more than 20 years, at the forefront of all emerging technologies from client-server to web to cloud to Internet of Things. Shakeel has gained valuable experience in an array of industries, including Finance, Telecom and Service providers, Pharmaceuticals, Consumer Goods, Advertising, Distribution, Retail, Restaurants, and Oil and Gas. He is currently a Partner and on the Board of Advisors at Capital Factory in Austin, Texas. This thought-provoking panel will delve into the following key topics: 1. Recent advances in AI: Understand the rapid advancements in Generative AI and its integration into everyday work environments. Explore the different applications of AI, such as automation, predictive analytics, and natural language processing, and their potential to revolutionize the way we work. 2. Shaping Workplace Culture: Investigate how AI influences workplace culture, including its impact on employee engagement, collaboration, decision-making processes, and overall organizational dynamics. Examine the benefits and challenges of incorporating AI technologies into existing cultural frameworks. 3. Ethical Considerations: Delve into the ethical implications of AI at the workplace, including issues of privacy, transparency, bias, and fairness. Discuss the importance of responsible AI development, implementation, and governance to ensure that AI technologies align with organizational values and societal expectations. 4. Augmentation, Not Replacement: Explore the concept of AI as an augmentation tool rather than a replacement for human workers. Discover how AI can enhance employee productivity, creativity, and skill development, leading to a more fulfilling and meaningful work experience. 5. The Human Element: Highlight the critical role of human skills in the age of AI. Discuss the importance of emotional intelligence, adaptability, and critical thinking as essential skills for employees to thrive in a technology-driven workplace. Address the potential need for upskilling and reskilling initiatives to bridge the gap between humans and AI. 6. Cultivating AI-Ready Organizations: Identify strategies for organizations to successfully navigate the integration of AI into their culture and work processes. Examine the challenges of change management, fostering a culture of trust, and ensuring effective human-AI collaboration. Join us for an enlightening panel discussion as we explore the multifaceted implications of AI on workplace culture. Gain valuable insights, discover best practices, and envision a future where humans and AI technologies coexist harmoniously in the pursuit of organizational excellence.

Rajkumari’s Culturati: LIVE launches our 2021 Virtual Culturati Summit taking place April 6, 7 & 8 - , our annual gathering of CEOs, executives, managers & investors who share our playbooks and candid conversations on the power of culture. More at CulturatiSummit.com Come explore the latest body of research coming out of Sarah Peyton and Rajkumari Neogy’s collaborative partnership. Have you ever considered where leadership styles come from? Have you ever given feedback repeatedly to a co-worker only to find yourself frustrated with the lack of acknowledgement, or improvement or even simply the willingness to be accountable? Come explore the brain’s circuity of emotion and motivation and, how it directly shapes our leadership styles and our levels of engagement from meeting to meeting. Stay tuned for our exciting part two of this amazing workshop! Find Culturati/Upcoming LIVE: Upcoming and Past Culturati- https://culturatisummit.com/culturati-live Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/CulturatiSummit Twitter- https://twitter.com/culturatisummit LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/company/culturati-summit Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/culturatisummit

As we know, the circumstances in 2020 turned the workplace upside down and truly made companies and employees try to find the true meaning of "Work/Life balance." Join us as we discuss ways companies can continue to support their employees, lessons learned in 2020 and hear what's next. Panelists: Annette Alexander, Chief People Officer, WP Engine, Inc. Cate Prescott, Chief People Officer & Senior Vice-President, NI. Sherrie Nguyen, Co-chair & Founder, Parents & Caregivers Inclusion Resource Group, Indeed Sponsored by: NI

Scaling Meaningful Connection in the Workplace and Society: communication that scales connections, alleviates loneliness, and transcends our political divides - that contributes to performance. Panelists: Aaron Hurst, CEO & Founder of Imperative, Dr. Steven Tomlinson, Associate Professor at Seminary of Southwest. Moderated by Eugene Sepulveda, Co-Founder of Culturati.

If there’s a silver lining to 2021, can it be our commitment to racial, economic & mental health justice? We are motivated to create change, to stand more boldly for our beliefs. How do we ensure our efforts become a movement sustained in 2021 and beyond? Hear from community leaders on how we can use the power of Allyship, Advocacy and Action to continue meaningful change. Speakers: Paulette Blanc, Chief of Research, MEASURE Talis Apud Martinez, Co-Founder, Crew2030 Janice Omadeke, CEO/Founder, The Mentor Method Maria Brown Spence (moderator), Member Company Manager, Entrepreneurs Foundation

During today’s pandemic, managers are being tasked with a lot more than their typical KPIs. They’re responsible for supporting the whole employee, identifying and assessing stress, anxiety, and burnout. How do we empower them to coach their teams, actively listen, and build resiliency? Join us as we navigate the ever-increasing pressure to act as more than a manager and support your employees now and post-pandemic. Speakers: Mayerland Harris, Group VP of Talent, H-E-B Dr. Darren White, CEO, Aduro Professor Ethan Burris, Mgmt Department Chair at McCombs School of Business, UT Austin Moderated by: Eugene Sepulveda, CEO, Entrepreneurs Foundation Sign up through the link to get the latest announcements from Culturati: LIVE, https://bit.ly/3hjOexu

"But one thing is certain. When you come out of the storm you won't be the same person who walked in. That's what this storm's all about.” -Haruki Murakami How do you face great challenges and come out better on the other side? The skills for managing great challenges are learnable. We will explore the fundamentals of these skills and practice them so you can help yourself, families and organizations. Jeremy will offer approaches and techniques including: - Acknowledge and accept what you are experiencing during this challenging time and explore ways to cope with fear, frustration and exhaustion. - Successfully play the Inner Game (forces within ourselves) and the Outer Game (forces outside ourselves). Jeremy Hunter is an affiliate faculty member for Weatherhead Executive Education. He serves as Associate Professor of Practice at the Peter F. Drucker Graduate School of Management. He is lead faculty member for Weatherhead Executive Education's Mindfulness for Effective Leadership certificate program. Sign up through the link to get the latest announcements from Culturati: LIVE, https://bit.ly/3hjOexu

A Culturati 2C24 Breakout Session summarization featuring Thao Le, Senior Product Marketing Manager, Microsoft Generative A.I. is a field that offers opportunities for creating novel and valuable content, products, and services. However, it also requires a shift in mindset and culture, and overcoming challenges and risks. How can business leaders embrace the now and foster a culture of generative A.I. innovation? Takeaways: 1.) Understand strategies for building a culture of generative A.I. innovation 2.) Learn about examples and case studies of organizations that have successfully applied generative A.I. in their organizations 3.) Discover best practices and resources for learning and staying updated on generative A.I. trends and developments

Matthew Duncan, Head of Future of Work Thought Leadership, Microsoft Professor Craig Watkins, Ernest S. Sharpe Centennial Professor at the University of Texas at Austin and Founding Director, the Institute for Media Innovation, Author of "The Digital Edge" and "Don't Knock the Hustle" Description: As we begin to find our rhythm in flexible work, AI is poised to fundamentally shift how we work every day. Explore what is next-generation AI and how it will accelerate human creativity, productivity and uplevel skills across your organization. Join us for an interactive workshop, where we will discuss our latest research, innovations, and future impact, as well as invite you to learn from each other. Key Takeaways: 1. Dive into the latest AI capabilities and what it means for employees and an organization 2. See how AI can show up in our everyday work life 3. Gain best practice in how to support and unlock employees in the new work world

IS MY COMPUTER RACIST? Professor Craig Watkins, University of Texas at Austin Moderated by Albert Swantner, Culturati Co-chair AI is shaping culture in many different ways and in all aspects of our lives from our access to information, to the people we engage with, and the opportunities we have in life. But there are growing concerns that AI can replicate bias and discrimination in our culture and society at unprecedented scale. What happens to society when machines make decisions that have historically been made by humans? Come to hear how we can work to build AI systems and cultures that are more inclusive, transparent, and equitable. Key Takeaways: 1. What does bias in AI look like and how can we identify it? 2. Learn how to create technology with a lens towards fairness and equity. 3. The future of AI as it relates to culture.