What does values-driven leadership look like in the world of artificial intelligence (AI)? And what responsibilities do AI consumers have? At the Resnick Aspen Action Forum, changemakers at the intersection of AI innovation and leadership development explored these questions, which resonate deeply with the founding purpose of the Aspen Institute. The Institute was established in the wake of World War II—a conflict that demonstrated how failed leadership and technological advancements can lead to devastating impacts. Turning to James O’Toole’s Executive’s Compass framework, this conversation examines how AI creates both risks and opportunities that put core values like liberty, equality, community, and efficiency in tension. Who decides the future of AI’s evolution and implementation? And who chooses these decision-makers? Without a clear AI governance structure, panelists discussed the importance of individual agency as we render collective solutions such as digital rights and new systems for stakeholder engagement and oversight. Moderator: Chris Varelas: Founding Partner of Riverwood Capital; Co-Founder, Aspen Finance Leaders Fellowship; Aspen Institute Trustee Panelists: Amy Benziger: Founding Strategic Advisor, Technology Leaders Fellowship* Jen Zhu Scott: Founding Partner, IN. Capital; Aspen Institute China Fellow
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*Currently in a discovery phase, the Technology Leaders fellowship is a values-driven leadership initiative created by the Aspen Institute's Aspen Global Leadership Network for leaders in the field of technology and AI.