Doug Shannon
Global Intelligent Automation & GenAI Leader | Strategy & Innovation Expert | Top AI Thought Leader | InsightAI Co-Host | Gartner Peer Community Ambassador
Mission
I am committed to advancing the adoption of intelligent automation and AI while emphasizing ethical frameworks and their impact on industries across the globe. My mission is to help organizations navigate the complexities of AI integration and automation, ensuring they achieve operational excellence, while upholding the highest standards of ethical responsibility. Through thought leadership, consulting, and strategic advisory, I work to shape the future of AI and intelligent automation.
What I Do
I specialize in the strategic application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotic Process Automation (RPA) to help organizations achieve operational efficiency, streamline workflows, and drive digital transformation. My work spans multiple sectors, including cybersecurity, legal, financial, and business process improvement.
I focus on promoting ethical AI practices and assisting companies in navigating the complexities of automation adoption. Through speaking engagements, advisory roles, and consulting, I offer expert insights on how AI and automation can reshape industries and ensure responsible, innovative growth.
What Sets Me Apart?
What drives me is my passion for shaping the future of AI and intelligent automation, ensuring these technologies are not just adopted but are also used ethically and responsibly. I approach every challenge with a mindset focused on long-term sustainability and efficiency, constantly striving to find innovative solutions that balance progress with ethical responsibility. By combining my deep technical expertise with my commitment to ethical governance, I guide businesses toward smarter, more efficient, and more responsible AI integration.
Thought Leadership & Expertise
I have dedicated my career to being at the forefront of the AI and automation fields, advocating for responsible practices and innovative approaches that drive business success. My thought leadership encompasses topics such as AI ethics, intelligent automation, RPA, and their implications on business transformation.
Through my public speaking engagements, including at platforms like Gartner Peer Community and Intelligent Automation Congress, I share my vision for the future of AI, focusing on its potential to revolutionize industries while ensuring ethical compliance.
I am particularly passionate about the governance of AI technologies, ensuring businesses adopt them responsibly and effectively. I work with organizations to implement frameworks that allow for scalable, transparent, and accountable AI integration.
Expertise and Skills
Skilled in driving business transformation through AI and RPA, leveraging automation to streamline processes, reduce costs, and enhance decision-making. With a strong commitment to AI ethics, I ensure that organizations adopt responsible practices when integrating intelligent technologies. My expertise spans implementing scalable RPA solutions and guiding businesses through digital transformation for optimized workflows.
An experienced cross-functional leader, I foster collaboration across teams to execute complex AI and automation projects. As a recognized thought leader, I frequently speak at industry events such as Gartner and Intelligent Automation Congress, sharing insights on AI, automation, and business transformation.
Credentials & Affiliations
- Member of global network for business transformation (PEX Network).
- Contributor to Theia Institute on cybersecurity and AI ethics.
- Ambassador for Gartner Peer Community on Intelligent Automation and AI.
- Speaker at Intelligent Automation Congress on AI innovations.
- Advisor to SaaS platform on AI risk and automation ROI.
Awards
Industry Involvement
PEX Network is the world's leading community of business transformation and process excellence professionals, with more than 160,000+ members worldwide. The world in which our members operate is changing at an increasing rate, driven largely by technology.
Co-host of the YouTube show AI Insights from Insight Jam.
Advisor to an innovative SaaS platform that helps companies reduce AI risk and maximise ROI by finding, assessing and tracking the results of their AI and automation projects.
Theia Institute, is a cybersecurity & AI ethics think tank, based in Washington D.C.