Keynote
Transformative talks on AI, business value, and responsible leadership
Sarah delivers high‑impact keynotes that blend strategic insight, practical frameworks, and a human‑centered lens on AI. Drawing on her experience leading enterprise AI strategy, governance, and transformation programs in regulated sectors, she helps audiences understand where AI truly creates value, what responsible adoption looks like, and how to lead through the change rather than chase the hype.
SAMPLE THEMES
- Unlocking AI Business Value with Human-Centered Strategy
- The Role of Governance, Ethics, and Trust in AI Adoption
- Driving Innovation with Responsible and Inclusive AI
- Emerging AI use cases in banking and other regulated sectors
RECENT KEYNOTES:
- Future of AI in Banking (Dubai AI Week)
- AI Transformation (Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners)
- Machine Learning & AI Use Cases (Albany College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences)
- Women in AI (Auburn University)
Panel Discussions
Informed, balanced, and pragmatic conversations on AI
Whether the topic is responsible AI, AI in banking and regulated industries, economic development, or the future of work, Sarah brings grounded enterprise experience, clear language, and cross‑sector context to panels that need real depth, not just hot takes. She is especially effective at connecting AI strategy, governance, and human impact in ways that resonate with both technical and non‑technical audiences.
SAMPLE THEMES
- AI Governance in Banking
- AI for Economic Development in Local Communities
- Women Using AI for Global Growth
- AI Business Transformation and the Future of Work
RECENT PANEL DISCUSSIONS:
- AI Business Transformation (Future of Work Expo)
- The State of AI in 2025 (Informs NC)
- IT Advisory Board Panel (Mecklenburg County IT Department)
- Strategic AI Adoption (Consultant Community)
Workshops
Interactive Sessions to Explore AI Strategy and Implementation
TThese in‑depth, hands‑on workshops are designed to help leaders and teams explore real‑world applications of AI and generative AI in their context. Through facilitated discussions, frameworks, and working time, participants connect AI opportunities to business goals, risk posture, and governance needs, and leave with clearer priorities and next steps tailored to their stage of AI maturity.
SAMPLE THEMES
- Responsible AI Strategy + Governance
- Identifying Business Value with AI
- AI for Marketing, CRM, and Customer Experience
- Human-Centered AI Design & Implementation
RECENT WORKSHOPS:
- AI Governance in Banking Workshop (Dubai AI Week)
- Responsible AI Governance & the EU AI Act (European Learning Center)
- Generative AI Training (John M. Belk Endowment)
Strategic, grounded AI talks for leaders
Sarah Cornett is an AI Strategist, enterprise advisor, and Founder & CEO of Global AI Advisors, with 15+ years of experience leading AI strategy, implementation, and governance initiatives across Fortune 500 banking, technology, and global organizations. Her talks help executives and boards move beyond hype and vendor noise to focus on where AI truly creates value, how to govern it responsibly, and what it means for their people, customers, and risk posture. Sessions are designed to be accessible to non‑technical audiences while still offering the rigor and specificity senior leaders expect.
Sample topics
- AI strategy for regulated sectors – How banking, healthcare, public sector, and other regulated organizations can move from experiments to enterprise‑level AI strategy and roadmaps.
- Responsible AI and governance – Practical guardrails for boards and executives, including risk management, oversight structures, and regulatory themes such as the EU AI Act.
- Leading through AI transformation – What executives and people leaders need to do differently as AI changes operating models, talent needs, and decision‑making.
- Generative AI for leaders – Beyond demos: how LLMs and generative AI reshape knowledge work, and how to balance opportunity, productivity, and risk.
- AI use cases that actually deliver value – Lessons from enterprise AI programs in banking, technology, and global organizations, including what worked, what didn’t, and why.
Who we speak to
- Boards and executive teams seeking clarity on AI strategy, risk, and governance.
- SVP/VP‑level business leaders responsible for AI adoption in their function or region.
- HR, L&D, and corporate university leaders running executive and leadership programs.
- Industry conferences, client events, and leadership summits focused on AI, innovation, or the future of work.
Speaking Style & Approach
Sarah’s sessions are designed to be clear, direct, and grounded in real enterprise experience. She combines examples from banking, technology, and public‑sector work with practical frameworks leaders can use immediately with their teams. Her speaking style is conversational and accessible, with a focus on reducing noise, surfacing what really matters, and helping audiences leave with sharper questions—not just more slides.
Why book Sarah?
- Share your event details. Tell us about your audience, format (keynote, briefing, workshop, panel), and objectives.
- Trusted voice in AI strategy, governance, and enterprise use cases
- Engaging, relatable delivery style with cross-sector credibility
- Proven ability to speak to technical and non-technical audiences
- Tailored content with global and inclusive relevance
How it works
- Share your event details. Tell us about your audience, format (keynote, briefing, workshop, panel), and objectives.
- Shape the session. We refine the topic, level, and examples to match your context, sector, and AI maturity.
- Deliver and follow up. Sessions can be delivered virtually or in‑person, with optional follow‑up resources or a summary for leadership and boards.
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