Yesterday, I was at the Microsoft AI Tour in Chicago and snapped this photo during a session on the Microsoft Security Platform. Here’s the message loud and clear: AI security isn’t optional—it’s mission critical. This isn’t just an IT conversation. Look at how tools like Microsoft Defender, Intune, Purview, and Sentinel are woven together—it’s a whole ecosystem designed to protect data, people, and organizations. And for HR leaders + executives like us, the lesson is simple: ⚡ Every people decision—hiring, onboarding, performance, compliance—is now a data decision. ⚡ If AI is part of your workflow, security and governance must be part of your strategy. ⚡ Ignoring it? That’s where lawsuits, breaches, and culture breakdowns start. Let’s make this real: When you think about bringing AI into your organization, what’s your #1 security concern? 👉🏽 Data privacy? 👉🏽 Employee misuse? 👉🏽 Compliance? 👉🏽 Something else? Drop it in the comments—we’ll unpack these together in our next Thursday Power Hour.

Why did I start this community? Today, I’m at the Microsoft AI Tour in Chicago—and let me tell you, the energy in this room is unmatched. Everywhere I look, leaders are talking about AI strategy, tools, and the future of work. But here’s what struck me: 👉🏽 AI isn’t just about tech. It’s about PEOPLE. 👉🏽 And if you try to navigate this AI era alone, you’ll get left behind. That’s exactly why I created the AI Innovators Club. I wanted to build a space where leaders won't have to figure this out in isolation. This is a space where we can: ✅ Integrate AI without losing the human touch ✅ Protect our people and organizations with governance + compliance ✅ Upskill and prepare our workforce for what’s next Being in community is more important than ever. I see it at events like this one—and I want you to experience it right here, every day, in this Club. Starting NOW: ⚡ I’ll be posting in here daily with tools, insights, and strategies. ⚡ Thursday Power Hours are moving here exclusively—live, replays, and worksheets all in one place. ⚡ This is the central hub for future-proofing your people strategy with AI. 💬 Let’s start with you: Drop your role + the #1 reason you joined this community in the comments. We are not doing this AI journey alone. Not anymore. The future isn’t waiting—and neither should we.