Award-Winning Poet & AI Consultant Unlocking Empathic Leadership
Lauren Ducrey Biography
Lauren Ducrey spent seven years designing the Google Assistant and Gemini, uncovering a surprising truth: in an AI-powered world, the leaders who thrive aren’t the most technical—they are the most emotionally intelligent. As an award-winning poet and AI advisor, Ducrey now partners with global companies to transform how teams lead, connect and communicate—using generative AI and poetic thinking to unlock lasting empathy, creative resilience and cultural change.
Ducrey has headlined international conferences including Adopt AI, Summit at Sea and Human + Tech Week; led sessions for corporate leaders at AXA, PepsiCo, Renault and Squarespace; and has taught at Columbia University. Ducrey reframes generative AI as a tool for human growth, leaving audiences with practical insight and emotional clarity to lead in a changing world. Featured by Bloomberg, The Huffington Post and Le Monde, she brings both poetic firepower and tech fluency to every stage.
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Lauren Ducrey Speaking Topics
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[Leadership & AI] Heartificial Intelligence: Unlocking Empathetic Leadership in an Age of AI
We’re constantly told to keep up with the latest AI tools, but what if your most powerful edge as a leader isn’t technical at all? This keynote reframes AI as a catalyst for emotional intelligence, showing how tools like ChatGPT or Gemini can sharpen your communication skills, deepen your empathy, and enhance your leadership presence. Drawing from real-world use cases and research in psychology, the session blends poetic performance with strategic storytelling to offer a new lens on human-centered leadership in the AI era. You’ll leave not only with tools to lead more effectively, but with a renewed sense of confidence in your irreplaceable human value.
Attendee results:
- Reframe AI as a tool that enhances—not replaces—your human advantage
- Recognize emotional intelligence as a measurable driver of your career success
- Learn how to treat empathy and communication as core leadership skills
- Practical tips on how to use AI to roleplay difficult conversations and build your EQ
- Leave with renewed confidence in your unique value as a leader
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[Future of Work & Team-Building] The Language of Us: Rediscovering your Purpose at Work
When technology moves fast, it’s easy to forget what makes us essential. And in a world of automation, many are asking:
- What do I bring to work that no one else can?
- How do I stay grounded in what truly matters to me?
- What’s my purpose—and how can I reconnect with it in a changing world?
Whether you’re leading teams or finding your footing through transition, this keynote is a chance to reconnect not just to your goals, but to our shared humanity.Through a simple yet powerful guided experience, you’ll articulate one line that captures your unique “why”—and see it become part of a live collective poem shaped by the room.
This session is not about writing—it’s about being seen. When people speak their purpose aloud and hear it echoed back through others, alignment happens. You’ll leave with something lasting: a sense of clarity, belonging, and the reminder that your voice matters.
Attendee results:
- Discover the science behind why deeply human qualities like empathy and listening drive business success in the age of AI
- Reflect on and articulate your personal purpose in a way that reinforces your unique value at work
- Leave with a felt sense of belonging, recognition, and personal clarity
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What topics does Lauren Ducrey speak about?
Lauren Ducrey is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Artificial Intelligence, Author, Business Leadership, Creativity, Emotional Intelligence, Future of Work, Futurism, Human Resources, Leadership, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Personal Growth, Poetry, Psychology, Social Sciences, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Technology, Women in Tech -
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Lauren Ducrey is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as [Leadership & AI] Heartificial Intelligence: Unlocking Empathetic Leadership in an Age of AI and [Future of Work & Team-Building] The Language of Us: Rediscovering your Purpose at Work. The estimated speaking fee range to book Lauren Ducrey for your event is $10,000 - $20,000. Lauren Ducrey generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Amanda Gore, Jenn Lim, Kanene Holder, Tamekia MizLadi Hart and Dr. Bobbi Wegner. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Lauren Ducrey for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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