EEC 454: The AI Identity Crisis No One Is Talking About, with Kiersten Farmer

Kiersten Farmer is a Data Strategist, Organizational Excellence Coach, and Managing Director of DataCivic. With nearly two decades of experience in applied data practices, performance management, and organizational evolution, she helps leaders answer the defining question of the AI age: What makes me necessary?

What does an "AI identity crisis" actually look like inside an organization, and how do you know when you're in one? Why isn't upskilling and learning AI tools the answer on its own? Does the AI identity crisis show up differently in government, mission-driven organizations, and the private sector? What does a leader who is confident amidst data and AI look like in practice, and how is that different from someone who's just comfortable with technology? What does it cost an organization to ignore this problem? Kiersten Farmer Kiersten Farmer is a Data Strategist, Organizational Excellence Coach, and Managing Director of DataCivic. With nearly two decades of experience in applied data practices, performance management, and organizational evolution, she helps leaders answer the defining question of the AI age: What makes me necessary? A CBAP-certified data scientist, Ph.D. candidate, and dual master's degree holder in Technology Entrepreneurship and Public Administration, Kiersten is a published author and national speaker. She is known for helping organizations preserve their competitive edge, build leadership confidence with data and AI, and lead boldly through uncertainty with clarity and confidence.

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