As workforce expectations evolve and technology continues to reshape how work gets done, leaders must balance the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) with the human-centered skills of Emotional Intelligence (EI). This session explores how successful leaders can harness AI to improve decision-making, productivity, and innovation while strengthening empathy, communication, adaptability, and trust to drive engagement and performance across teams.
Session Objectives
** Understand the Leadership Impact of AI: Explore how AI is transforming leadership practices, workforce dynamics, and strategic decision-making.
** Strengthen Emotional Intelligence Skills: Identify ways to build self-awareness, empathy, and effective communication to lead and support teams through change.
** Integrate AI and EI for Greater Effectiveness: Apply practical strategies for combining technology-driven insights with human-centered leadership to foster innovation, collaboration, and employee engagement.
Sonya is the Founder of Your Partner In HR and has contributed to articles in The Cleveland Plain Dealer and various HR Publications. Sonya is a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) through the Human Resource Certification Institute and Certified Professional Member (SHRM-CP) of The Society for Human Resource Management.
Sonja.focused her career on building positive team environments and is a recognized strategic partner in HR to many organizations in the Cleveland Area. Sonya has collaborated with Senior Executives to develop talent management and HR solutions with a clear link to business results. Her expertise includes designing and implementing training as well as creating HR and talent management solutions. She has worked in a variety of industries including service, manufacturing and not-for-profit organizations. Prior to establishing WeilandWorks Consulting, she was an HR Leader for Macy’s Department Stores as well as an Operations and Sales Manager for multiple organizations.
Sonya specializes in creating and delivering training programs that lead to stronger, more productive teams. Key training areas include Communication, Teamwork, Leadership, Goal Setting and Time/Stress Management. Sonya is recognized for her energetic and interactive training style. She has presented keynote addresses for corporations, HR audiences and other business associations. Sonya has also been a presenter or keynote speaker for many Veteran-focused Organizations, Women’s Leadership Initiatives and Small Business Conferences.
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