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Join Us for an Engaging Panel Discussion with Experts in AI for PI.
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly reshaping the way we work, learn, and perform. But how can organizations effectively harness its potential, and how are these tools being used now?
Join us for a thought-provoking panel discussion featuring distinguished professionals in the field of performance improvement and workplace learning. Together they will explore the opportunities and challenges of integrating AI into organizations.
Panelists:
Kambria Dumesnil is the founder of the AI Innovation Lounge. She helps leaders prepare for an AI-driven future. She is a UC Berkeley 2024-2025 Tech Policy Fellow and dedicated to the people-side of tech to ensure meaningful and impactful implementations. She holds a Master's degree in Organizational Performance and Workplace Learning from Boise State and is certified as a Prosci Change Practitioner and in Luma's Human-Centered Design.
James Eicher is the creator of Cognitive Management™, which applies cognitive science research to organizational and leadership behavior. He has held leadership roles at KPMG, Booz Allen Hamilton, Symantec, and IBM and has been featured in The Wall Street Journal and Selling magazine. A former teaching assistant to John Grinder and Gregory Bateson at UCSC, his latest work, Ecology of Truth, draws from Bateson’s ecology of mind concept. Jim is the author of Making the Message Clear and co-author of several management assessments, including the Matrix Manager Inventory and the Neurolinguistic Communication Profile. He has also written extensively on leadership, strategy, and organizational change.
Dr. Rafael Leonardo da Silva is a professor in the Department of Organizational Performance and Workplace Learning at Boise State University. He specializes in instructional design, e-learning, and game-based learning, with award-winning research published in TechTrends and the International Journal of Design for Learning. His professional experience includes developing training for government, medical, and ESL contexts, as well as creating interactive modules and educational games. His current research explores the role of artificial intelligence in corporate learning and development. Originally from southern Brazil, Dr. da Silva also taught Portuguese and English as a Fulbright scholar.
Dr. Kasi Guillot serves on the ISPI Board of Directors as Director of Academic Programs and Performance Improvement Initiatives for Community Outreach. She also leads the AI4PI Learning Journey at ISPI. Kasi holds a Master’s in Instructional Technology and Human Performance Technology and a Doctorate in Organizational Leadership. With over 15 years in Higher Education leadership and extensive experience in performance improvement, she currently consults independently, focusing on leveraging AI and human performance strategies to enhance organizational effectiveness and workplace performance.
Osemome Ndebbio is a graduate of the Master’s program in Organizational Performance and Workplace Learning (OPWL) at Boise State University, where she was also part of the Interactive Learning Design Lab. She applies her expertise in instructional design, digital learning, and experiential design to create interactive and engaging learning solutions in organizational settings. Her work focuses on bridging research and practice in adult learning, especially in contexts that demand immersive, learner-centered experiences. She is committed to advancing how modern organizations leverage design thinking and emerging technologies to improve performance and growth.
Our panelists will share insights on:
Strategic Applications – How AI can be leveraged to enhance decision-making, workflow learning, and performance support.
Ethical Considerations – Navigating issues of fairness, bias, and transparency when applying AI solutions.
Future Readiness – Building competencies, cultures, and systems that prepare organizations for the evolving AI landscape.
Practical Insights – Real-world examples of AI-driven performance interventions that have achieved measurable results.
This interactive event is designed for learning and development professionals, performance consultants, business leaders, and anyone curious about the intersection of AI and human performance.
MentorDash – Session 5: Wed, Nov.12, 2025 | 4:00–5:30 PM PT / 7:00–8:30 PM ET
Join us for an exciting Speedy Mentoring event in the field of Performance Improvement!
This dynamic 90-minute program connects passionate mentees with experienced mentors who can share valuable insights, guidance, and advice to accelerate professional growth.
Event Highlights
Gain practical, actionable insights from seasoned performance improvement professionals.
Build lasting connections and expand your professional network.
Receive tailored feedback and strategies to support your career goals.
Preparation & Questions
More specific questions will be gathered once mentees sign up for sessions.
All preparation will be conducted through email.
A mentoring contract will be required—this will also provide a space to raise questions so that mentors and mentees start on the same page.
Facilitator & Mentors Bios will be shared with participants prior to the session.
Who Should Attend
Emerging professionals eager to learn from industry experts.
Anyone seeking to grow their professional network within the field.
Agenda
Welcome & Introduction (10 mins)
Round 1 Mentoring Sessions (20 mins) – One-on-two in breakout rooms
Round 2 Mentoring Sessions (20 mins) – Rotation to new partners
Round 3 Mentoring Sessions (20 mins) – Rotation to final partners
Feedback & Takeaways (10 mins) – Open discussion and Q&A
This is a valuable opportunity to share knowledge, foster connections, and support the next generation of professionals in our field. We look forward to an enriching and inspiring mentoring experience!
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