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AI or Die: Why Boards Must Act Now

At the Leading the Future: Artificial Intelligence and Effective Boards conference Prof. David R. Beatty shared his “Board Compass” framework for boards of directors. Beatty underlined that effective boards are not those that merely respond to change, but those that define direction and translate that direction into action through strong leadership and robust decision-making mechanisms.

AI or Die: Why Boards Must Act Now

Presentation of Prof. David R. Beatty for Leading the Future: Artificial Intelligence and Effective Boards, organized in collaboration with Corporate Governance Association of Türkiye.

Artificial intelligence is advancing at an exponential pace—and organizations that fail to adapt risk being left behind. In his keynote presentation, Prof. David R. Beatty, founder of the Canadian Coalition for Good Governance, explains why AI represents a fundamental shift in business, governance, and leadership. Drawing on decades of board experience and the latest developments in artificial intelligence, he shared how boards can create long-term value, oversee emerging technologies, and lead organizations through unprecedented change.

Topics include:

  • Why speed is becoming the ultimate competitive advantage
  • The changing role of boards in the age of AI
  • AI agents, generative AI, and the future of work
  • How directors can use AI to improve decision-making
  • Why continuous learning is now essential for every leader
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