Artificial intelligence is transforming the workplace, but it isn’t replacing the need for exceptional leaders. As organizations invest in AI, the human skills that help teams thrive remain critical. Communication, conflict, generational differences, and psychological safety can all impact productivity, innovation, and engagement. In this practical session, participants will learn how to lead people, not just technology. Through real-world examples and actionable tools, leaders will explore how to navigate difficult conversations, bridge differences, build trust, and create accountability. AI can analyze data and generate content, but the future of work still depends on leaders who know how to lead humans.
Meet the Presenters
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April Allen
April Allen is a leader in DEI and organizational transformation with experience across healthcare, technology, and academia. She specializes in global DEI strategy and has worked with organizations including PeaceHealth, Daimler, Starbucks, and the Portland Trail Blazers. April brings real-world experience and a practical approach to helping organizations create workplaces where people feel valued, respected, and able to belong.
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Shawna Unger
Shawna Unger is an experienced HR leader specializing in talent development, workforce strategy, labor-management relationships, and leadership. Drawing on extensive HR executive experience, she helps leaders and teams navigate workplace challenges through practical, people-centered approaches. Her work emphasizes psychological safety, meaningful conversations, and actionable strategies that help build stronger teams and workplace cultures.
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Liza Mucheru Wisner
Liza Mucheru Wisner is an award-winning expert, author, keynote speaker, and global influencer in talent development, AI, automation, and workplace culture. As Portfolio Lead of Talent & Workplace Culture at OpenSesame, she curates learning experiences that combine human insight with intelligent automation to prepare organizations for the future of work. Her work has earned global recognition, including multiple SHRM Excellence Awards. With degrees in computer science and educational technology, Liza has built her career at the forefront of innovation, helping organizations rethink how people grow, thrive, and lead. She continues to shape the future of learning, leadership, workplace culture, and innovation.
SHRM certification has approved this webinar for 1 PDC toward SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP recertification. A program code will be provided at the end of the webinar.