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Organizations worldwide are racing to implement AI, but many are struggling to bridge the gap between ambitious vision and practical reality. While Microsoft's research reveals that 71% of "Frontier Firms" with hybrid human-AI workforces report thriving (compared to just 37% globally), most leaders find themselves asking: "Where do we actually begin?"
In this actionable, research-backed presentation, AI Workforce Transformation Consultant Magnus Hedemark cuts through the hype to deliver a concrete roadmap for your organization's first year of meaningful AI integration. Drawing on Microsoft's 2025 Work Trend Index and case studies from companies like Salesforce, Shopify, and Wells Fargo, this talk provides:
* A practical 90-day launch plan with week-by-week milestones
* Clear guidelines for selecting ideal pilot projects (and which to avoid)
* Frameworks for measuring success with meaningful KPIs
* Strategies for overcoming common barriers to adoption
* A progressive skill-building approach based on Conor Grennan's AI Mindset FrameworkRather than theoretical possibilities, attendees will leave with an actionable implementation plan that builds on their organization's existing strengths. Perfect for executives, transformation leaders, and technology decision-makers who understand AI's importance but need clarity on immediate next steps to begin closing the capacity gap between business demands and human limitations.
The future belongs to organizations that act today. This presentation provides the blueprint for that crucial first year of transformation.
About our speaker:
Magnus Hedemark (he/him, they/them)** is a veteran tech leader with over 35 years of experience guiding organizations through technological transformations. As Founder and Chief Tentacle Officer of Groktopus LLC, Magnus specializes in technology workforce optimization and human/AI hybrid workforce transformation, helping organizations build practical implementation strategies that leverage their existing strengths.
Magnus brings hard-earned wisdom from executive engineering roles at Lark Health, UnitedHealth Group, Gap Inc., and Red Hat. While at Lark Health, he spearheaded the development of "Coach+" – a HIPAA-compliant natural language virtual wellness coach that demonstrated the real-world value of thoughtfully integrated AI solutions.
Known for his refreshingly pragmatic approach, Magnus rejects one-size-fits-all transformation frameworks in favor of meeting organizations where they are. His consulting work focuses on identifying what makes companies uniquely successful, then building AI integration strategies that enhance these core strengths.
Those with a few gray hairs might remember Magnus from his earlier work guiding teams through Open Source adoption, Agile transformation, and DevOps implementation – experience that informs his current approach to AI workforce integration. Follow his insights on AI transformation at groktop.us.
