Joe Atkinson

Chief AI Officer
PwC
Panel:
How do you lead and govern as AI advances?

As AI advances and agents grow more independent, leaders face rising pressure to get it right. Autonomous AI-enabled organizations are becoming increasingly plausible, challenging traditional business models. Navigating thesecomplexities of AI integration demands more than technical skill—it requires bold leadership, strong governance, and a steady human touch to manage risks, regulations, and workforce change.​ In this session, we will discuss: How can human-centered governance act as a strategic accelerator for responsibly deploying autonomous AI at scale? ​And, how will it change the way we govern, whilst keeping pace with the tech? How can leaders balance innovation with control? How can leaders ensure human creativity and critical thinking remain central in decision-making processes?

Joe serves as the Global Chief AI Officer for the PwC Network of Firms. As a member of the Global Commercial Leadership Team, Joe works with the Global practice and market leaders to bring the power of AI to our clients and enhance our delivery models. Joe also shapes the firm's upskilling and working practices, encompassing more than 370k people worldwide. Prior to that, he was the Chief Products & Technology Officer for PwC US.

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