AI isn't the future. It's here now, and it's already reshaping government, healthcare, business, and nonprofits. Richmond's location on the internet highway brings a rare advantage and an urgent choice.
Originally given to the Richmond First Club, in this talk, futurist and strategist Liz B. Baker reveals how AI cuts costs, solves entrenched problems, and opens possibilities most organizations haven't imagined yet. AI is redefining how the world works, leads, and serves, and Richmond has a once-in-a-generation opportunity to lead the charge. The question isn't whether AI will reshape our region. It's whether we'll lead that change or watch others do it.
Why This Matters Now
Richmond is positioned on critical internet infrastructure with a growing tech ecosystem. The window to lead is now. This keynote makes the case for why and how.