Emotional Intelligence in an AI World
Power Skills
Emotional Intelligence in an AI World
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming how organizations operate. As technology evolves, the human side of change becomes even more important.
In this session, Emotional Intelligence in an AI World, we will explore how emotional intelligence helps professionals navigate AI-driven transformation, support teams through uncertainty, and ensure technology decisions remain grounded in human impact.
While machines excel at analyzing data and recognizing patterns, they cannot interpret nuance, build trust, or understand how change affects people. These capabilities remain uniquely human and increasingly valuable.
During this session, we will explore how emotional intelligence helps professionals:
- Navigate organizational change as AI technologies are introduced
- Strengthen collaboration across teams adapting to new tools and workflows
- Engage stakeholders with empathy and clarity during technology-driven initiatives
- Balance data-driven decision-making with human insight and perspective
You will leave with practical ways to apply self-awareness, empathy, and communication skills when introducing AI into business environments.
Join us for an evening of conversation, learning, and connection with fellow professionals in the Kansas City community.
All are welcome - registration is free.
📅 Wednesday, April 29
⏰ 4:00–5:00 PM Conversations & Connections | 5:00–6:30 PM Session
📍 Chief of Staff – Leawood
Light refreshments will be provided.
Speakers
Heather Mylan-Mains
Heather Mylan-Mains is from Des Moines, Iowa. She was born there, went to college and graduate school there, raised her children there, and lives there. She travels often and is always happy to come home!
She is a stimulus for change as a mom, consultant, business analysis consultant, trainer, and speaker.
For the past 20+ years, she has collaborated with a variety of project teams to create better business outcomes. She is a fierce advocate for business analysis and loves to share her passion through speaking, teaching, and mentoring.
Heather loves to put together puzzles and figure out how the pieces fit together. She also loves to travel and wants to visit everywhere in the world. She has an MBA from Drake University, a BA in Accounting from Grandview College, is a CBAP®, PROSCI, and CSM, and has survived many PhDs (pretty hard days).
