Episode 13

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7th Oct 2025

Beyond the Buzz: Lexi Gilbert on Human-Centered AI and the HER Framework

Host Michelle Muncy-Silva welcomes listeners to Empowered by AI: Women Entrepreneurs Leading the Way, setting the stage for a conversation with AI strategist and founder Lexi Gilbert. After decades in HR and leadership, Lexi has redefined her career in the AI era—helping businesses adopt AI ethically, humanely, and with resilience.

[01:00–03:00] From HR Leader to AI Fractional CAIO

Lexi shares her journey from corporate HR to launching OptimizeHer and her new agency AI Biz Mind. She discusses how women leaders can shape AI adoption to be human-centered and responsible rather than reactive.

[03:00–05:00] The State of AI Readiness in Business

Lexi and Michelle break down what she’s seeing in organizations right now—lots of hype, little structure. Awareness is high, but strategy, systems, and governance lag behind.

[05:00–07:00] The Real Gaps: Mindset, Strategy, and People

From lack of preparation to “quick fix” thinking, Lexi highlights the biggest mistakes leaders make with AI. Her reminder: it’s not just about tools—it’s about mindset, leadership, and culture.

[07:00–09:00] The HER Framework: Human-Centered, Ethical, Resilient

Lexi unveils her HER Framework—a guiding model for responsible AI adoption. She explains how it empowers teams, protects ethics, and builds resilient systems ready for disruption.

[09:00–12:00] People Over Process

Lexi emphasizes that innovation without people isn’t innovation—it’s vanity. She shares how keeping humans at the center of AI transformation unlocks real progress and morale.

[12:00–14:00] HER in Action: Real-World Example

Lexi gives a case study of a service-based company that used the HER framework to automate onboarding while freeing employees for higher-value work—showing how ethics and efficiency can coexist.

[14:00–16:00] Building a Better Future for Women in AI

Michelle and Lexi close with a look at the future of AI readiness and leadership—why women’s voices are essential in creating balanced, ethical AI systems.

Connect with Lexi:

🔗 LinkedIn

🌐 aibizmind.ai

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