We asked the women featured how to maximize the benefits of AI while maintaining their authentic selves.
"Nothing can replace the human condition. AI is wonderful; I use it regularly to fact-check, research market pools, and current events. But it can't replace the nuances of human empathy. When a client is frantic, AI can't pivot to comfort them before solving the problem and connect on shared experiences. You can’t run into AI at the grocery store." Christina Hoffeld
"AI can help bring clarity, but only people can bring relationship, empathy, listening, and true connection." Amy Mays
"The book 'Emotional Survival for Law Enforcement' by Dr. Kevin M. Gilmartin talks about the “magic chair,” a place that isolates law enforcement officers from loved ones and the things that really matter in life. I see this in technology, too. While today’s advancements are remarkable, they can distance us from what matters most. I use technology daily, but I remind myself that genuine connection, both at work and at home, depends on how I treat others." Taylor Davis
"Maintaining authenticity is critical as people become more and more suspicious of AI-generated content. And maintaining personal integrity is crucial as people become increasingly skeptical about what is true and what is real. I believe those who navigate this tenuous balance best will be the most successful in the future." Annette Bergeon
"As our world becomes more digital, especially with the rise of AI, I believe it’s about finding balance. AI helps me communicate clearly and efficiently, but it can also strip away our uniqueness if we rely on it too heavily. Authenticity comes from lived experience, voice, and human connection, things technology can’t replace. It’s about using AI as a support, not a substitute." Racquel Garcia
"Staying present within our community is so important; AI can never replace the authenticity of connection. We can leverage AI to do tasks that free our time up to spend time on things we truly love." Connie Lamb
"Just as our fingerprints are unique, so are our God-given gifts and talents. Authenticity is all about balancing AI in a constructive way while remaining true to ourselves. Nothing is more powerful (or authentic) than embracing the human spirit and each other. " Angie Jehu
"Remember the 80’s movie War Games? The computer's endgame was peace. But it was the humans who taught him that peace is more than an equation. I believe that humans, for all our flaws, are inherently good and will figure out how to use technology beneficially. Perfectly? Certainly not. Rose-colored glasses? Probably. But more good than bad, I think so." Sonja Nix