Episode 8

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16th Sep 2025

From Fear to Foundation: Suvianna Greco on Building Ethical AI for Change

Welcome to Empowered by AI. In this episode, Michelle sits down with Suvianna Greco, founder of the AI for Change Foundation. Suvianna shares how she went from a background in law and human rights to leading a global movement around ethical, people-first AI.

Her Journey Into AI [01:00]




  • Why Suvianna launched the AI for Change Foundation in 2025



  • The tension between hype vs. fear around AI—and why she believes the truth lives in the middle


Explaining Responsible AI [03:00]




  • How she breaks down responsible AI for people outside of tech



  • The difference between ethics (the why) and responsibility (the how)


The AI for Change Summit [04:00]




  • Goals for the upcoming summit in partnership with IBM



  • Why early choices in AI adoption set norms for decades


Urgent Ethical Issues [05:00]




  • Why holding Big Tech accountable is non-negotiable



  • The risks of deploying AI tools without child safety in mind


Balancing Innovation & Fairness [07:00]




  • Why AI literacy should be as basic as digital literacy



  • How education can bridge the gap between innovation and responsibility


Women in AI Leadership [08:00]




  • Why women bring essential perspectives to AI decision-making



  • Shaping culture so women feel respected, not dismissed


Advice for Entrepreneurs [10:00]




  • Mindset shifts to overcome imposter syndrome



  • Questions to ask when adopting AI tools so they align with your values


How to Connect [13:00]




  • AI for Change Summit details (Helsinki & online, November 2025)



  • Connect with Suvianna on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok


Closing [14:00]


Michelle recaps why ethical, responsible AI is everyone’s business—and how women entrepreneurs have a unique role to play.

👉 Resources: Visit innovativeaistudio.com for your free download to start applying today’s insights.

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Empowered by AI
Women Entrepreneurs Leading the Way
Empowered by AI is the go-to podcast for women entrepreneurs and leaders who are ready to harness AI, no tech background required. Hosted by Michelle Muncy-Silva, founder of Innovative AI Studio and Executive Director of She Leads AI Academy, this show spotlights trailblazing women who are not just using AI; they're demanding a seat at the table in shaping it. From practical tools to ethical frameworks, every episode delivers real talk and actionable strategies for women building businesses and leading boldly in the age of AI. Whether you're automating your workflows, building a standout brand, or navigating the intersection of AI and equity, this is your community. Each episode features conversations with women at the forefront of AI and entrepreneurship, plus the tools, strategies, and stories you can put into practice immediately. We explore AI-enhanced storytelling, using AI to streamline and scale, and what it looks like when women lead the AI revolution on their own terms. Every episode ends with one question to our guests: What's next? Empowered by AI — your weekly dose of inspiration, strategy, and community. Hit subscribe and let's build the future together.

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Michelle Muncy-Silva

Michelle Muncy-Silva is an AI educator, innovator, and Executive Director of the She Leads AI Academy. She is also the founder of Data Parity AI and host of the Empowered by AI podcast. Her work helps educators, founders and institutions use AI with clarity, ethics, and purpose. With a background in curriculum design and human-centered data practices, Michelle makes emerging technologies practical and accessible for non-technical leaders.