Frequently asked questions

  • What’s your background in AI?

    I completed an MSc in Data and AI Ethics at the University of Edinburgh. My research examined publicly documented K-12 deepfake incidents and institutional responses. I combine that research with strategic communications, leadership advisory, hands-on AI work, and more than 200 AI presentations.

  • Do you customize your keynotes and workshops?

    Always. Every event and organization has different needs, so I tailor examples, stories, and practical tools to your audience and context.

  • What is “ethical AI adoption”?

    Ethical AI adoption means making deliberate choices about where AI helps, whose interests it serves, and who is accountable when something goes wrong. That includes privacy, accuracy, fairness, transparency, and human judgment. It requires examining tradeoffs and consequences throughout the work.

  • Can you help our organization create an AI strategy or policy?

    Yes. I work with leadership teams to build practical, human-centered AI guidelines, workflows, and decision frameworks. This includes responding to deepfakes and other emerging challenges.

  • What size groups do you speak or train?

    Everything from small leadership teams to conferences of several thousand. Virtual or in-person.

  • Do you offer virtual sessions?

    Yes. Virtual workshops and advisory sessions are available. Get in touch to discuss dates and the format that fits your team.

  • How do we know if our team is “ready” for AI?

    If your people feel overwhelmed or unsure where to start, that’s actually the perfect time. I help teams move from confusion to clarity with simple, practical next steps.

  • How can we book you?

    Complete the inquiry form with a few details about your event or project. I’ll follow up personally to discuss the right fit.

  • What topics do you speak about?

    I focus on AI basics and literacy, risks and opportunities per sector, practical use cases, strategic adoption, ethical decision-making, deepfakes, crisis communication, leadership readiness, and practical ways teams can use AI without losing their human judgment.

  • Do you work with schools and districts?

    Yes! I work with K–12 districts across North America, as well as public sector teams, nonprofits, corporate groups, and professional associations.

  • Do you work with corporate executive teams?

    Yes. I work with executive and leadership teams on AI priorities, responsible adoption, team readiness, and accountability. Engagements can include a leadership keynote, a practical workshop, or focused strategic advisory, depending on the decisions your organization needs to make.

  • How are fees determined?

    Fees reflect the format, preparation, scope, and travel requirements of the engagement. Share your audience, goals, timing, and budget range in the inquiry form so we can discuss a suitable scope. You’ll receive a proposal that makes the fee and any travel costs clear before you commit.

  • Can you build AI agents and automations in our Microsoft 365 environment?

    Yes. I offer scoped Microsoft 365 builds with a technical implementation specialist. Depending on your needs, that can include structured intake, finding approved internal information, drafting from your templates, and routing work for human review. We start with the task, the people using it, and your IT requirements. The agreed scope covers the build, testing, team training, and handoff.

  • How do you handle access, sensitive information, and ongoing costs?

    Microsoft 365 workflow projects are designed for your organization’s own environment, with access and data requirements agreed with your IT team. We identify approved sources, permissions, human review points, and who will own and maintain the workflow before implementation. Microsoft licensing and usage costs depend on the design and your existing subscriptions. These are assessed during scoping, alongside any ongoing support you need.