AI Clarity for Leaders Who Can’t Afford to Get This Wrong
Shadi Yazdan helps CEOs, boards, and leadership teams cut through AI confusion, align on what matters, and make confident decisions before time, budget, or momentum gets wasted.
A 4x founder with 2 exits and deep AI experience, Shadi brings practical strategy, real-world business judgment, and grounded leadership insight to every stage, boardroom, and executive session.
“Most organizations are experimenting with AI. Very few have decided where it actually belongs. I help leadership teams make that decision clearly, quickly, and before the wrong investments get made.”
Signature Speaking Topics
Each talk helps leaders move past AI noise and make clearer decisions about strategy, investment, risk, and execution.
The 3 AI Decisions Leaders Must Get Right
Why AI Strategy Fails
AI Readiness Before AI Investment
Most companies do not need more AI tools. They need better decisions. This talk gives leaders a clear framework for where AI creates value, what to prioritize, and what to stop before it costs more.
Best for: CEO conferences, executive summits, leadership offsites
AI strategy fails when teams move too fast without alignment, ownership, or a clear business case. This talk helps leaders spot the warning signs before they commit budget or choose vendors.
Best for: Industry associations, board retreats, corporate summits
Before companies invest in AI, leaders need clarity on value, risk, data, people, and priorities. This talk helps executive teams understand where to start and what must be true before investment makes sense.
Best for: Executive retreats, PE portfolio days, leadership programs
Speaking, Media, & Recognitions
About
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2024 Award Recipient of the Most Inspirational Women of AI
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Keynote Speaker: Power of AI in Business Growth
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Panel Feature: Future of AI in Business
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Event Speaker: Positioning for Scale
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Check-In Tourism Innovation Program
"I left Shadi's workshop feeling not only more knowledgeable but also much more confident about using AI in my work. Her energy, enthusiasm, and natural communication style made the learning engaging and fun."
“Shadi brought clarity to a topic many leaders find overwhelming. She helped our group move beyond AI buzzwords and focus on the decisions that actually matter for business growth, risk, and execution."
“Shadi delivered an engaging and highly valuable workshop. She has a strong ability to simplify complex topics like AI and make them practical for leaders. She brings credibility, warmth, and clear insight while keeping the conversation focused on business value and leadership decisions."
"What an eye-opening talk. The insights were valuable, and the hands-on exercises gave us practical tools we could apply right away. Shadi made AI feel clear, relevant, and actionable."