AI Campfire – Education & Employment

28 Feb 25 Jonathan Malyon

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The tension between efficiency and humanity is impossible to ignore. Sure, AI can streamline decisions and boost productivity, but where does that leave authenticity, empathy, and the messy, irreplaceable parts of being human?

As AI takes on more—managing workflows, analysing data, even stepping into leadership roles—the big question isn’t can it do these things, but should it?

Key conversation moments:

  • 0:00: Future of Education and Leadership
  • 2:40: Impact of AI on Business and Society
  • 4:36: Adapting to Technological Changes
  • 6:50: Ethical Considerations and Global Homogenization

Our professionals from industry and academia:

  • Uthman Aliis a subject matter expert in Responsible Innovation and AI strategy. As the first Responsible AI Officer in the energy sector, he is developing frameworks that influence industry standards.
  • Prof Matthias Howeg, the American Standard Companies Professor of Operations Management at Oxford Saïd, is a leading expert in digital operations and AI-driven business process improvement, overseeing the Technology and Operations Management programmes and directing two major initiatives: the Oxford Artificial Intelligence Programme and the AI Ethics, Regulation, and Compliance Programme.
  • Mary Kemp is a leader in generative AI, transforming complex concepts into practical tools for growth, bridging the gap between tech and everyday business applications
  • Prof Subramanian Ramamoorthy, Chair of Robot Learning and Autonomy at the University of Edinburgh, leads cutting-edge research on safe, robust AI in human-centered environments, while also serving as Director of the Institute of Perception, Action and Behaviour, Turing Fellow, and Scientific Advisor for autonomous vehicle startup FiveAI.
  • James Winters is an AI Governance Officer & Technology Innovation & Strategy Specialist. His work helps organisations to solve their problems with the responsible and governed use of Artificial Intelligence.
  • Chinelo Enemuo creates unique digital learning experiences, with a varied background in urban design, architecture, and arts advocacy.