501 Building the Business Case for AI
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM ET / 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM PT Thursday, October 24
Join Debbie as she demonstrates how AI can enhance skills development, increase productivity, and foster ethical practices. Explore how AI addresses data security, ignites innovation, and attracts top talent. Uncover the potential of AI to give your organization a competitive edge in employee development, operational efficiency, and responsible technology adoption through cross-departmental collaboration.
Join this session to:
- Identify key metrics and data points to demonstrate the return on investment (ROI) for securely integrating AI tools into their Learning & Development (L&D) function.
- Leverage AI to Enhance Learning and Performance: Gain practical knowledge of how AI can be used to personalize learning experiences, improve skill development, and boost employee productivity within the L&D framework.
- Promote Responsible and Secure AI Integration: Discover strategies to ensure ethical and secure use of AI in L&D, including data security considerations and fostering a culture of responsible technology adoption

Debbie Richards
President
Creative Interactive Ideas
Debbie Richards, president of Creative Interactive Ideas, is a learning architect, self-proclaimed geek, and early adopter of learning technologies. For over 30 years, she has helped enterprise teams design, develop, and deliver immersive learning programs with measurable impact. Passionate about working with and mentoring other learning professionals, Debbie is a director at L&D Cares. The nonprofit group provides talent development professionals with no-cost coaching, mentoring, and resources to help them thrive and flourish in their careers. She is the past president of the Association of Talent Development, Houston chapter, and a past national advisor for chapters. Debbie has authored two TD at Work guides, Seeing the Possibilities With Augmented Reality and Preparing Your Organization for New Technologies.