The essential keys to effective AI Leadership

In this episode of Data Citizens Dialogues, Keren Corley speaks with Diahanna Post, Vice President of Data and Analytics Management at Cotality, about the evolving relationship between people, leadership, and AI. Diahanna shares how a career rooted in research, public policy, and data science shaped her approach to asking better questions, building trust, and leading teams through major technology shifts. They discuss what’s changed from the early internet era to today’s fast-moving AI landscape, why strong leadership still depends on human judgment, and how leaders can balance technical rigor with strategic thinking. Diahanna also explains why she believes AI should augment people rather than replace them, and how emerging professionals can stand out by building portfolios, doing great work in their current role, and staying curious. What you’ll learn: * Why asking the right question matters more than rushing to the answer * How AI is changing enterprise workflows and leadership expectations * Why trust, vulnerability, and people skills are still essential for great leaders * How to balance technical depth with strategic decision-making * Ways early-career professionals can build credibility in an AI-driven job market * Why AI works best as an augmentation tool, not just a replacement strategy * How one data leader uses AI in real-world work and nonprofit impact Watch this episode for a thoughtful conversation about data leadership, AI adoption, and the human side of technological change.