Leading Through the Unknown: Innovation in the Age of AI
Lenovo Accelerate Conference Speakers - Andrew & Gaia Grant (PhD)
🐘 Leading Through Complexity: A Strategic Safari for Tech Leaders: By Andrew Grant & Gaia Grant (PhD) | Tirian .
Just a few months ago, we found ourselves deep in the savannahs of Africa. It was exhilarating—surrounded by the raw beauty and unpredictability of the wild. That is, until we were chased by a bull elephant. Not a distant sighting, but a full-force, ears-flared, angry charge.
In that moment, instinct took over. Some of us froze. Some urged the driver to hit the gas. And some were secretly thrilled by the adrenaline of facing something so powerful and untamed.
Later, back at camp, we laughed—and reflected. That moment captured something profound: the way people respond to digital disruption. Some engage directly, navigating risks and rewards in real time. Others prefer the safety of a zoo, where the wild is behind glass. And some are content watching from the couch, remote in hand—analyzing from a safe distance.
But the wild is coming. Whether we’re ready or not. Even Sam Altman says “no-one knows what will happen next.” So if this is the case, then the most important skill leaders will need going forward is how to manage the technology, and the transformation it will bring.
Thriving in a Complex Digital Future.
This story became the perfect metaphor for our keynote at Lenovo 360 Accelerate 25, an exclusive leadership event in Sydney designed to unlock value in an era of convergence. Our session, “Thriving in a Complex Digital Future: A Strategic Safari Guide for Leaders,” helped tech leaders to embark on a strategic expedition through the unpredictable terrain of the digital age.
Rather than offering dazzling forecasts, we took a radically practical route—arming leaders with tools to navigate chaos and complexity with confidence.
What We Offer Tech Sector Leaders:
Whether you're leading a startup, scaling a tech enterprise, or driving transformation in a global firm, our programs are tailored to help you:
- Decode psychological responses to rapid change
(including the human impact of AI adoption and digital disruption)
- Apply field-tested leadership frameworks, such as: The Innovation Climate Leadership Indicator (iCLi), The Dynamic Polar Positioning (DPoP) model
- Develop future-ready strategies for: Smarter decision-making, Team alignment in hybrid environments, Customer-centric innovation
Navigating the Wild of AI & Disruption
In the age of AI, leadership may not be about taming the wild—it’s about learning to navigate through it. And just like on safari, the terrain is unpredictable, the stakes are high, and the journey is unforgettable. If you're in the tech sector and looking to empower your leadership team to embrace complexity, drive innovation, and shape the future—let’s talk.
See more at https://tirian.com/key-topic-suites/innovate/
Reach out to explore keynote sessions, executive workshops, or strategic consulting tailored to your needs.
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