PANEL SESSION

AI vs Burnout: Who Wins the Future of Work?

This panel tackles the question: Is AI the solution to the burnout epidemic - or just another accelerant? As organisations rush to implement AI tools, this session explores how AI can reduce cognitive overload and optimise work, while also addressing the ethical, human, and data challenges that could exacerbate stress and fatigue if not handled responsibly.

MODERATOR

Alex Wood

Alex Wood Presents

Alex Wood is a presenter, journalist and content creator who specialises in facilitating high-level discussion about AI and digital transformation. As a skilled interviewer, Alex is passionate about helping people and companies tell their stories. He has hosted dozens of industry-leading events across Europe and shared a stage with politicians, celebrities and experts in various fields including technology, media and sport. As a journalist, Alex spent many years honing his craft in newspapers, radio and television before transitioning into events in 2022. You can find him on social media, or visit his website, by searching Alex Wood Presents.

PANELLISTS INCLUDE

Dr. Aalok Shukla

Implement AI

Dr. Aalok Y. Shukla is the CEO and Co-founder of Implement AI, a pioneering company transforming everyday businesses with an AI-powered digital workforce. Through Implement AI’s managed AI Agent Platform, businesses can save time, boost productivity, and scale faster—all without increasing headcount.A visionary entrepreneur and expert in AI-driven business transformation, Dr. Shukla leads Implement AI alongside Piers Linney (former investor on BBC’s Dragon’s Den). Together, they are revolutionising how businesses deploy AI agents to enhance sales, customer support, and operational efficiency across industries, including healthcare, financial services, professional services, retail, education, hospitality, real estate, legal and e-commerce.With a strong background in healthtech, Dr. Shukla is passionate about leveraging AI to optimise patient engagement, and increase access to care. His work empowers healthcare providers, financial institutions, service-based businesses, and enterprises to adopt AI solutions that drive efficiency and better outcomes.A sought-after speaker and thought leader, Dr. Shukla has delivered impactful talks at major conferences across the UK, Ireland, and Portugal, sharing practical strategies for leveraging AI as a competitive advantage. His insights into AI voice agents, automation, and AI’s role in transforming business operations across industries empower organisations to unlock new capabilities and drive real-world results.

Erik Staaf

AccSeller8

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Heather Murray

AI For Non-Techies

Heather is a generative AI expert, Top 5 MarTech influencer and ISO panelist, international speaker and Founder of AI for Non-Techies (award-winning AI training and learning hub). Regularly featured in Forbes magazine, Heather brings energy and enthusiasm to the world of AI. Her accessible, jargon-free approach helps people overcome confusion, reluctance and fear when it comes to where to start. Heather has formed powerful working partnerships with the likes of Toyota, Mitsubishi and Salesforce, and drove $75m in client pipeline in 2023, all with the help of AI. Passionate about purposeful business, Heather uses 20% of all profits to run grassroots community work with isolated elderly people.

Mark Shehan

EAVA

Mark Shehan is the founder and creator of EAVA AI, a groundbreaking platform that empowers businesses to build, customise, and automate their own software tools—no coding required. With EAVA AI, companies can instantly create tailored solutions and access a virtual boardroom of AI advisors to drive smarter decisions and accelerate growth.With over 40 years of experience in software development and business innovation, Mark has led global teams, built custom solutions for enterprises and hospitals, and helped hundreds of businesses achieve rapid, organic growth. His deep expertise in AI and understanding of real-world business needs have culminated in the creation of EAVA AI, a truly disruptive approach to business software and strategy.Mark is passionate about making advanced AI accessible and practical for every organisation, and is excited to share his vision for the future of business at AI Transform.