AI Leadership Program

Building digital command — especially in a world where technology and digital workflows dominate—requires a holistic approach that encompasses mental, emotional, professional, and social dimensions. 

DIGITAL COMMAND

Introducing:

The digital first world fellowship

Are you ready to master the skills and strategies that are accelerating AI, Data, and Digital transformation?

The Digital First World Fellowship is our AI Leadership program for ambitious professionals from around the globe to join our cohort-based, immersive learning experience.

We’re seeking motivated individuals who aspire to elevate their expertise in digital strategy, leadership, and innovation, preparing for impactful roles in the evolving digital economy.

This program welcomes participants from diverse industries, including:

  • Business Strategy and Operations: Drive organizational transformation.
  • Product and Project Management: Lead digital innovation and execution.
  • Marketing and Communications: Harness technology to connect and engage.
  • Technology and IT: Build and scale cutting-edge solutions.
  • Finance: Optimize processes through data and digital insights.
  • Operations: Streamline systems for a tech-powered future.

Whether you’re preparing for your next leadership role or seeking to reimagine your current one, this fellowship will give you the tools, insights, and connections to thrive in a digitally driven world.

  • Audience: Aspiring and current leaders, high-potential employees, and purple-collar innovators.
  • Focus: Advanced leadership skills in AI, data strategy, and digital transformation frameworks.
  • Outcomes: Participants emerge as Digital Orchestrators, capable of guiding teams and organizations through complex digital transformations.

Ready to become a Digital World Fellow? Let’s get started!

Empower Your Teams for Digital Success

Organizations embarking on or advancing significant digital transformation efforts need skilled, adaptable teams to lead the charge.

The One Digital World Fellowship equips professionals with the expertise to drive innovation, streamline operations, and thrive in a tech-first world.

Our previous fellows represent a broad range of industries, including:

  • Financial Services: Harnessing data and AI to enhance customer experiences.
  • Information Technology: Building scalable, future-ready digital solutions.
  • Media and Entertainment: Innovating content delivery and audience engagement.
  • Consumer Goods and Retail: Optimizing supply chains and personalization at scale.
  • Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals: Leveraging technology to improve patient outcomes and research.
  • Food and Agriculture: Driving sustainable, tech-enabled practices.
  • Energy and Utilities: Innovating for efficiency and renewable energy initiatives.

Join the growing network of organizations transforming their workforces for the Digital and AI Economy with the One Digital World Fellowship.

scheduling - what to expect

  • The One Digital World Fellowship program requires a 3 – 4 hour weekly commitment.
  • Cohort 1 instruction begins on January 20, 2025, and ends on April 7, 2025.
  • There is a one-week break from Monday, February 24, to Friday, February 28.
  • Virtual onboarding will commence two weeks prior and conclude on January 17, 2025. Graduation is scheduled for April 11, 2025, at 11:30 AM Eastern Time (virtual).
  • A typical week for our Digital Fellows includes diverse interactions such as e-learning curriculum modules, live cohort sessions, recorded expert talks, community collaboration, and Ask Me Anything (AMA) office hours.
  • All sessions are recorded for flexibility.
  • Cohort 2 starts Monday, May 5, 2025.

What is it like?

A typical week for our Digital Fellows includes diverse interactions such as e-learning curriculum modules, live cohort sessions, recorded expert talks, community collaboration, and Ask Me Anything (AMA) office hours.

  1. E-learning Curriculum Modules: Self-paced learning to build foundational and advanced digital skills.
  2. Live Cohort Sessions: Collaborative sessions to discuss insights, solve challenges, and share experiences.
  3. Recorded Expert Talks: Access to thought leadership and industry expertise at your convenience.
  4. Community Collaboration: Engage with peers in forums, group projects, and shared learning activities.
  5. Ask Me Anything (AMA) Office Hours: Direct access to experts and mentors for personalized guidance.

live COHORT SESSIONS by Week:

LIVE COHORT Details by week:

Assess DroneCo’s digital maturity and identify gaps to drive transformation.

Activities:

  1. Analyze inefficiencies for AI assistant integration.
  2. Create a maturity advancement strategy.

Assess DroneCo’s digital maturity and identify gaps to drive transformation.

Activities:

  1. Analyze inefficiencies for AI assistant integration.
  2. Create a maturity advancement strategy.

 Strengthen AI literacy and evaluate tools to design DroneCo’s AI assistant.

Activities:

  1. Identify AI platforms and tools.
  2. Begin designing the assistant’s core functionality.

Create a vision and roadmap for integrating AI across DroneCo’s operations.

Activities:

  1. Identify high-value AI assistant use cases.
  2. Align development with DroneCo’s goals.

Prepare high-quality datasets and establish governance for the AI assistant.

Activities:

  1. Refine datasets for AI integration.
  2. Develop ethical and security protocols.

Learn from industry leaders and design a pilot program to deploy DroneCo’s AI assistant.

Activities:

  1. Guest speaker presentations and live Q&A.
  2. How do we test the AI assistant and gather feedback?
  3. How do we define success metrics and mitigate risks?
  4. Reflect on key insights and strategies.

Develop a structured plan for integrating the AI assistant into DroneCo’s team dynamics, including strategies for breaking silos, enhancing communication, and fostering long-term collaboration.

Activities:

  1. Simulate cross-departmental collaboration with your AI assistant
  2. Develop a plan to integrate the assistant into team dynamics.

Incorporate the AI assistant to create tailored learning plans, promote continuous upskilling, and align team development with DroneCo’s goals.

Activities:

  1. Create tailored learning plans with the AI assistant.
  2. Develop a talent roadmap for skill growth.

Develop a tracking dashboard and a comprehensive scalability plan for DroneCo’s AI assistant, detailing how it will drive long-term value and success across the organization.

Activities:

  1. Build dashboards to track AI performance.
  2. Create a plan to scale the assistant organization-wide.
The AI Lead by Dr Brian Lambert PHD

Source Text: the ai lead

At the core of the Digital Fellowship Program lies The AI Lead, a transformative guide designed to empower leaders in the AI age. This book serves as the foundational framework for the program, offering participants the strategic insights and actionable tools they need to navigate the complexities of digital transformation.

Why The AI Lead Matters
The AI Lead bridges the gap between strategy and execution, equipping leaders with the knowledge to harness AI and data for measurable impact. It emphasizes mastering the four forces of transformation—Lift, Thrust, Weight, and Drag—while addressing common barriers like data drag and organizational silos.

  • Inspiration: Discover how to transform challenges into opportunities through data-driven decision-making.
  • Application: Learn practical strategies to integrate AI and digital tools into your leadership approach.
  • Execution: Build the confidence to lead organizational change with clarity and measurable results.

A Roadmap to Master Change
The Digital Fellowship Program aligns its curriculum with the principles outlined in The AI Lead. From foundational AI concepts to advanced leadership strategies, participants will gain the skills to inspire transformation and drive sustainable success in their organizations.

become a fellow: springboard digital leadership

You’ll develop the foundational skills of a Purple Collar Worker—being strategic-minded, data-ready, customer-focused, and an effective problem-solver—equipping you to thrive in today’s fast-paced, tech-powered workplace.

Through hands-on activities, case studies, and an expert panel discussion, you’ll gain actionable knowledge about the Digital Economy, AI-driven innovation, and business strategy, ready to apply immediately to your career.

Develop your own AI assistant tailored to solve real-world challenges, with guidance to design, test, and refine its capabilities. Your assistant will be aligned with organizational needs, providing predictive insights, automating tasks, and enhancing collaboration to drive meaningful impact.

Throughout the program, you’ll receive guidance from KAI, your AI-powered coach, who will provide personalized feedback, strategic insights, and actionable recommendations to help you stay on track and achieve your learning and career goals.

Connect with a vibrant community of fellow learners, industry experts, and program mentors in a private Slack channel, where you’ll collaborate, share insights, and build valuable relationships that extend far beyond the program.

By the end of the fellowship, you’ll have selected a Command Path (Climb, Lead, or Switch), crafted an actionable Mission Plan, and submitted a capstone project to showcase your readiness for career advancement in the digital age.

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Brian Lambert

Digital Fellow

Erich Starrett

Erich Starrett

Digital Guide

Barry Shields Digital Command

Barry Shields

Digital Guide

Allan Mills, PMP

Allan Mills

Digital Guide

Brad Southwell

Brad Southwell

Digital Guide

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