Tonya discusses how she integrated technology and people throughout her career in various tech verticals, emphasizing her accidental path to focusing on AI and her role in writing a book on the subject with ChatGPT. The conversation delves into AI's impact on business and strategic vision, drawing parallels to previous technological revolutions and discussing the transformation of the job market. 

Tonya highlights examples of job roles affected by AI and opportunities for elevation through reskilling and adaptation. Predictions are made for AI's impact on the American economy in the next decade, emphasizing the potential for creating new job opportunities. Concerns about the ethical implications of AI are addressed, along with the importance of balancing risks and benefits. 

Tonya explores the need for education and awareness about AI for the general public and its role in entrepreneurship and business development. She explains ChatGPT and its applications in business and writing, discussing authenticity and creativity in AI-generated content. Finally, she explores the transformative potential of AI in connecting people, particularly in a post-pandemic world, with AI being viewed as a catalyst for communication and collaboration.

Highlights:

{03:30 } Tonya's journey from rural upbringing to technology leadership

{09:15 } The impact of AI on business and strategic vision

{22:15 } Concerns about the ethical implications of AI

{30:30 } ChatGPT and its applications in business and writing

{33:34 } The transformative potential of AI in connecting people

Tonya Long bio:

Tanya is an entrepreneur, speaker, and author who is the leading voice in digital transformation, artificial intelligence, integration, and governance. Tanya drones from a unique range of perspectives, from rural Tennessee's tobacco farms to corporate America's boardrooms, from tech innovation hubs to Bangalore's bustling tailings. 

As a veteran technology transformation, her leadership strength is built on two decades of experience steering multinational teams in various technology verticals and advising private boards in the technology, human capital, and publishing sectors through our efforts. 

She has led teams in 15 countries to restructure delivery models and integrate acquired talented technology. She has also hired and developed executive teams and shaped newer cultures, generated over 1.5 billion in documented bottom-line impact, and launched 400 product releases into the market. 

She established Greenfield operations in China and Ireland, integrating 1,000 employees and associated technologies into new companies via 20 strategic M&A integrations. She has also delivered corporate initiatives and programs serving customers like Walmart, Bank of America, Apple, Barclays, HSBC, Daimler, and Chrysler and converted 2.8. Clean product portfolio from a Prem to SAS / subscription. She also authorizes the best-selling book AI and the new Oz Leadership's Journey to the Future of Work. 

Tanya is more than just an AI leader. She's a way-shower who seamlessly connects technology with the human experience.

Connect with Tonya:

Website: https://quantumcrow.ai

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyajlong