The biggest barrier to AI adoption isn’t infrastructure or tools—it’s mindset. For enterprise transformation to succeed, leaders must focus on cultivating curiosity, aligning strategy with execution, and embedding innovation into every layer of the organization.
In this high-value conversation, Asha Saxena, Founder & CEO of WLDA, is joined by Laine Hiera, former VP of Data & Analytics at Bridgestone Americas, to discuss the real-world levers of enterprise-wide AI adoption. Drawing from decades of experience in Fortune 1000 boardrooms and large-scale transformation efforts, they unpack what actually drives momentum—and what causes even the best initiatives to stall.
This session offers more than theory. It’s a practical, people-first roadmap for executives who want to build a data-driven culture that scales AI effectively and responsibly.
You’ll learn:
- How to spark early buy-in and create a community of practice around AI
- Tactics for aligning AI strategy to business goals, not just technical implementation
- How to balance quick wins with long-term cultural change
- The critical role of communication, governance, and psychological safety in AI adoption
- Real-world stories of transformation—from what failed to what thrived
Speaker
Laine Hiera — Former VP of Data & Analytics, Bridgestone Americas
Moderator
Asha Saxena — Founder & CEO, WLDA | The AI Factor Institute
Duration
~ 23 minutes
