"In a world where AI and quantum computing are reshaping the future of work, leaders need more than just technical expertise – they need a guide who understands both transformation and tradition. My journey from the South to Silicon Valley has taught me that the most powerful solutions emerge when we blend innovation with time-tested wisdom. Early lessons about resilience and resourcefulness – learned on my family’s tobacco farm in Tennessee – became the foundation for my approach to leading global teams and navigating transformative change. Whether cutting firewood alongside the men or helping the women serve meals before returning to the fields, every task taught me about teamwork, adaptability, and the importance of maintaining humanity in the face of challenge. My journey from Appalachia to Silicon Valley has been marked by bridging worlds and building connections. Over two decades, I've guided organizations through pivotal transitions – from steadying teams after 9/11 to integrating multi-thousand employee M&As to launching Ford Credit's pioneering online lending platform and building the routing technologies that would power Microsoft Teams messaging. Along the way, I've launched 400 products, built operations from scratch in China and Ireland, led teams across 15 countries, and spearheaded 20 strategic M&A integrations that delivered $1.5 billion in financial impact. Today, as the Chief AI Sherpa at Quantum Crow Advisory and host of the RESET podcast, I guide Boards and senior leadership teams through the complexities of AI adoption and governance. Like the crow – known for transformation and its wisdom to navigate between worlds – I help organizations find hidden paths where others see only obstacles. My debut book, "AI and the New Oz: Leadership's Journey to the Future of Work," ranked #1 New Release in seven Amazon categories, reflecting the urgent need for practical guidance in this transformative era. But my approach isn't just about technology – it's about people. Whether sitting with Communist-born teams in China or religiously expressive teams in Bangalore, I've learned that curiosity almost always creates an opportunity for acceptance. This human-centered perspective, combined with my technical expertise and ICF-certified executive coaching skills, allows me to help leaders navigate change while maintaining their organization's cultural fabric. As an early member of CHIEF, the premier women's executive network, and founder of a WBENC-certified executive leadership firm, I understand the importance of building strong communities during times of change. My mission extends beyond just helping organizations adapt to AI – I'm committed to reshaping how we think about work itself. No one should ever have to beg to work; every human deserves to find purpose, personal worth, and security in meaningful employment. When not guiding organizations through digital transformation, you'll find me towing my Airstream (Bella) to favorite places with open skies and tall trees. I believe Life is in the moments we curate, the ones that stay on our hearts long after the campfire has burned away. This balance of practical experience and personal wisdom allows me to be not just an advisor, but a trusted guide helping organizations navigate their journey to the future of work."