Driving AI-Powered Change in L&D with Michelle Lentz of Innovate-Elevate Strategies, LLC

Michelle Lentz, Principal and Lead Strategist of AI and Change Management at Innovate-Elevate Strategies, LLC, joins us to discuss the intersection of AI and Learning and Development, offering practical insights on overcoming fear, building trust and using AI as a tool rather than a crutch. With 20 years of experience in HR and L&D, Michelle helps organizations shape their AI strategies with a human-first approach, focusing on ethics, governance and employee engagement.

Key Takeaways:

00:00 Introduction.

01:45 Using AI to empower learners and improve L&D effectiveness.

05:13 AI tools can streamline analysis of L&D data, saving significant time and effort.

09:22 Governance and oversight are crucial to ensure ethical AI use in L&D programs.

11:39 Curiosity, empathy and critical thinking are key human skills for L&D teams.

12:47 AI will drive more adaptive and personalized L&D experiences for learners.

17:03 Starting small with AI pilots helps L&D teams experiment and build confidence.

18:46 Tracking efficiency and productivity shows L&D’s ROI with AI.

20:18 L&D professionals can stay relevant by becoming fluent in AI tools and governance practices.

Resources Mentioned:

Michelle Lentz

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleslentz/

Innovate-Elevate Strategies, LLC | LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/company/innovate-elevate-strategies/

Innovate+Elevate Strategies, LLC | Website

https://www.innovate-elevate.ai

Creative Commons

https://creativecommons.org/

Zapier | Website

https://zapier.com/

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