382: Are We Building AI Without Half the Population? With Lisa Davis, Author of The Only Woman in the Room

The podcast explores the challenges and opportunities for women in STEM and leadership roles, particularly in the age of AI. Lisa Davis, former CIO and executive tech leader, shares her experiences as "the only woman in the room" and discusses the systemic issues hindering female and diverse representation. She highlights the statistic that representation of women in STEM is lower now (22%) than in the mid-1980s (34%). Davis advocates for authentic leadership, creating inclusive cultures, and redesigning workplace systems to support women and families. She emphasizes AI's potential as an amplifier of human potential, urging leaders to prioritize governance, privacy, and diverse voices in AI development to avoid perpetuating biases.