LEADERSHIP NOTES
AI’s Inflection Point We are living through the AI inflection point. Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the way we live, learn and work. While questions loom, change is underway, and we should view it as a signal to prepare and position ourselves for opportunity and increased productivity. AI empowers people. When tools take on routine, repetitive tasks, we gain time and space to think strategically, lead and innovate. Whether its predictive text helping with email, an algorithm handling scheduling or machine learning offering insights—we already use AI, often without realizing it. At the same time, Microsoft’s Healthcare & Life Sciences Industry Leader Kathy VanEnkevort reminded us of three ways she uses AI: to surface what you can’t see, to automate what you detest doing and to support human- led judgment in complex work. She framed it as a shift away from “digital drudgery” and toward restoring joy in the workplace. “We call it digital drudgery that is low cognitive load and does not prioritize your IQ,” she said. “Those were the things where there was so much burnout. AI is going to bring back joy and happiness.” Here in Oklahoma City, our strength has always come from our ability to adapt, collaborate and move forward together. Now is the time for businesses, education and community to embrace this moment. Use AI with intention. Ask how it can support your workflow and your team. Automate what can be automated so you can focus on what only humans can do: creating, connecting and building. This transition will reshape workflows across sectors and roles over the next decade. Still, it will also open new pathways. New jobs will emerge. New ways of working will evolve. The key is that we lead the change rather than be caught off guard. Together, in the OKC region, we’ve shown what’s possible: a community that welcomes growth, supports talent and builds toward its future. Let’s lean into this change. Let’s think ahead and ensure OKC is not only ready for the future but is also defining it. CONTENTS 12 Oklahoma City’s Olympic movement underway 17 Greater OKC Chamber to host Annual Meeting 14 Oklahoma accolades roundup: Affordability and opportunity define the region 17 Oklahoma City Ranked Among the Fastest Commutes
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