Sponsored by the Office of Alumni Relations Lifelong Learning, Hopkins at Home, Alumni in Technology & Alumni Authors

Join us for an engaging virtual conversation moderated by Susan Burwick, A&S '00 with CAPT. W. G. 'Bill' Kirst, A&S ’00, as he discusses his newest book, Leading Change in the Era of AI. In this lively discussion, CAPT. Kirst will explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping the world around us, from transforming industries and redefining the future of work to influencing how we learn, lead, and connect with one another. Through a compelling blend of storytelling, expert insight, and thoughtful reflection, Bill and Susan examine the ethical, societal, and deeply personal implications of living and leading in an AI-driven age.

Leading Change in the Era of AI offers a timely and thought-provoking guide for navigating one of the most profound technological shifts in modern history. While AI is advancing at an extraordinary speed, the real challenge is profoundly human. How we adapt, grow, and lead through uncertainty and change. The book explores the internal journey leaders must take from confronting feelings of inadequacy in the face of rapid transformation to embracing the unlearning required to think differently about the future. Ultimately, it argues that leading effectively in the AI era begins with a deeper understanding of ourselves and our shared humanity.

Whether you are guiding an organization through disruption, exploring the future of work, or simply trying to understand the forces reshaping our world, this book offers both clarity and courage. It is an invitation to lead with foresight, integrity, and heart. In the age of intelligent machines, the most important leadership skill may be remembering what it means to be human.

Leading Change in the Era of AI is available for purchase through major retailers including Amazon and Goodreads.