92%

of companies plan to increase their investments in AI over the next three years.

1%

of organizations consider their AI deployment “mature.”

70%

of employees believe that within two years, AI will change 30% or more of their work.

3x

more employees are already using AI for at least 30% of their work than their leaders realize.

WHY LEADERS MUST ACT NOW

Superagency in the workplace, MCKINSEY | 2025

Leading the Future: Building a new era of leadership

Leaders are facing the most significant business shift of our era, a transformation that demands rethinking organizational structures, leadership models, and workforce dynamics. In many organizations, employee enthusiasm for AI far exceeds leadership expectations, yet many remain stuck in a cycle of IT-focused AI pilot projects. CEOs and executives must urgently redesign how teams operate and how leadership evolves.

This isn’t just a challenge, it’s an opportunity to build entirely new foundations that guide the workforce transformation within your organization.

I help leaders navigate this transformation by leveraging proven frameworks and leadership methods that accelerate the adaptation of AI while keeping people at the core. The future of leadership isn’t something to wait for, it’s something we create together.

Future-Ready Leadership: Empowering Leaders to Build What’s Next

As an author, strategist, and keynote speaker, I guide leaders and organizations through the most profound transformation of our time, the integration of human intelligence and artificial intelligence within companies.

Leaders are navigating the most significant shift of our era. This is a time to build new foundations, reimagine leadership, and unlock opportunities that didn’t exist before. The future isn’t about adapting to AI; it’s about leading with it.

Through my Future-Ready CEO Method, I help executives create human-centered, AI-powered organizations that thrive in change.

My work has helped CEOs and executives navigate the complexities of AI, drive transformation, and lead with courage and compassion. Whether through my keynote speeches, advisory work, or my book Lead Within, my mission is simple: empower leaders to shape the future, not just respond to it.

How Tarja is guiding leaders through AI transformation

Coming Spring 2025

Here are ways I can help

1:1 EXECUTIVE AI ADVISORY

Leading in the age of AI starts with people. Every week, I share insights and stories on leadership in AI.

KEYNOTE TALKS

CEO JOURNAL

I share keynotes globally and deliver leadership sessions and small gatherings to facilitate conversations.

Work with me 1:1 for 3 months on structured program that equips CEOs to lead effective AI adoption with a human-centered approach.

WEEKLY NEWSLETTER

SPEAKING AND LEADERSHIP SESSIONS

CEO 90-DAY AI TRANSFORMATION PLAN

"Her unique combination of technical expertise and leadership qualities sets her apart: she seamlessly transitions between being a strategic visionary and a hands-on implementer."

Nicole Vasquez, CEO, MBD Partners

"Tarja's natural ability to connect people and ideas has strengthened our network and enhanced our initiatives. Her passion for responsible AI development is not only inspiring but drives tangible results."

Nima Schei and Sara Zargaran, Co-Founders, Miami AI Club and Hummingbirds AI

"Tarja is a visionary leader with a forward-thinking mindset, always open to sparring on AI, leadership, and transformation."

Kira Sjöberg, Co-Founder and Data & AI Literacy Coach, GOODIN

"Every conversation and collaboration with Tarja has been a source of inspiration. She challenges those around her to aim higher, think bigger, and push beyond limitations."

Reut Lazo and Jenny Kay Pollack, Co-Founders, WOMEN x AI

"Tarja’s ability to identify high-impact innovations, challenge assumptions, and provide strategic insights has been instrumental in shaping investment decisions."

Meri Helleranta, Partner, Courage Ventures, Former World Bank & IDB Expert

What leaders are saying