As Artificial Intelligence (AI) transforms how organizations operate, leaders need practical frameworks to implement AI ethically while maintaining high-performance standards.
IQC — in partnership with PEN and WCPE — is pleased to announce a powerful workshop: Human Centered AI Workshop. The workshop will be hosted November 18 (half-day from 8:30AM-12:00PM CT) online and will be facilitated by Dr. Lanise Block of Sankore.
This virtual workshop equips leaders with strategic tools to navigate AI integration while preserving human-centered excellence, strategic innovation, and organizational effectiveness.
Part 1: “Human-Centered AI Leadership Implementing AI Without Losing Performance Excellence”
Focus Areas:
- Develop frameworks for ethical AI decision-making
- Create strategies for maintaining human oversight in AI processes
- Build organizational trust during AI implementation
- Establish AI governance protocols that drive performance
Part 2: Implementation Planning & Action Steps
Focus Areas:
- Immediate Action Planning:30-60-90 day implementation roadmap
- Resource Identification: Tools and support systems for ongoing success
- Organizational Application: Customizing frameworks for your specific context
- Performance Measurement: Metrics to track AI implementation success
Participants will engage with counterintuitive frameworks that challenge established innovation practices, explore tension points between traditional excellence models and more inclusive innovation, and develop sophisticated strategies for creating environments where breakthrough thinking and AI implementation flourishes specifically because of difference, not despite it. Through provocative case studies, and structured application exercises, attendees will move beyond theoretical understanding to practical implementation of next-generation human-centered practices that deliver measurable performance advantages in today’s complex business landscape.
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Facilitator Biography
Lanise Block, Ed.D. Founder and CEO of Sankore Consulting, is a visionary
educator and innovative strategist dedicated to advancing social justice, inclusion, and digital transformation in education. Dr. Block’s expertise in innovation and strategic planning is evidenced by her diverse academic background and professional certifications. She holds a B.A. in history, an M.A. in teaching from Drake University, and an Ed.D. in critical pedagogy from the University of St. Thomas, complemented by graduate certificates in learning technologies, e-learning, and online teaching. Her commitment to staying at the forefront of current innovation trends is further demonstrated by her nine distinct certifications and micro-credentials.
During her 21-year tenure with the Minneapolis Public Schools System, Dr. Block held various roles that showcased her ability to implement innovative strategies and lead transformative initiatives. As a technology integration specialist and strategic project administrator for the Superintendent’s office, she spearheaded efforts to modernize educational practices and enhance student outcomes through digital innovation.
Dr. Block’s expertise in strategic planning and innovation extends beyond K-12 education. As an adjunct graduate professor at prestigious institutions such as the University of St. Thomas, Hamline University, Augsburg University, and Metropolitan State University, she continues to shape the future of education by instilling innovative thinking and strategic planning skills in aspiring educators.
In 2017, Dr. Block founded Sankore Consulting, leveraging her extensive experience in educational innovation and strategic planning to serve her community. As a thought leader in design thinking, strategic planning, equity, and inclusion, she employs cutting-edge methodologies to drive organizational change and foster innovation in educational and corporate settings.
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