Paul Leonardi

AI is everywhere in the headlines, but most organizations still struggle to translate it into measurable results. The biggest obstacles aren’t the algorithms but knowing where to start, how to scale, and how to get people on board. In this insightful talk, Paul Leonardi outlines a practical framework for moving from experimentation to real business impact. Drawing on cutting-edge research and company examples, he shows leaders how to identify the right use cases, run small but measurable pilots, and build the culture and capabilities needed to make AI adoption stick.

Our constant connection to devices has created a new kind of burnout: digital exhaustion. The endless stream of emails, notifications, and online meetings drains our energy, erodes focus, and makes it hard to feel truly present. In this engaging talk, Paul Leonardi explains the “exhaustion triad” that drives digital overload and shares practical, science-backed strategies to reclaim energy and rebuild healthier relationships with technology. For workplace audiences, Leonardi offers a clear roadmap for helping employees manage digital demands while staying engaged and productive. For broader audiences, he invites people to reimagine their everyday relationship with devices in ways that bring more balance, clarity, and well-being.

The greatest barrier to digital transformation and AI-readiness is not technology but mindset. To thrive in today’s data-driven world, leaders and employees alike must learn to see, think, and act differently. In this compelling talk, Paul Leonardi shows how to cultivate the skills and perspectives that define a digital mindset. He reveals how adopting this way of thinking enables smarter decisions, faster adaptation, and more successful transformations. With a digital mindset, you and your organization will be prepared not just to keep pace with technological change, but to lead it.

Technology has made it possible to work from anywhere at any time. But the best ideas still come when we collaborate with others. So how can your organization build strong collaboration when your workforce is distributed across offices, homes, and time zones? In this insightful talk, Paul Leonardi uses a combination of scientific evidence and examples from successful companies to outline the steps leaders can take to create inclusive, high-performing teams in hybrid environments. You’ll discover how to foster collaboration across multiple geographies, cultures, and time zones that results in better performance and more satisfied employees.