AI for Boards: Speaking & Thought Leadership
Welcome to Joyce Li's archive of selected talks, panels, and keynotes focused on AI governance, responsible AI, and risk oversight for board directors, fund board trustees, and executive audiences.
🏛️Board Governance
Joyce LiBoard GovernanceNew York, NYJuly 29, 2025, New York, NYScheduledOfflineEventAttendanceModeJuly 29, 2025, New York, NY
What Creates Value in AI?
AI Leadership Forum | New York, NY
Format: Fireside Chat|Audience: Executives and board members
#CapitalAllocation#AIStrategy#ValueCreation#Leadership
The magic of generative AI is constantly cited as the key to driving value creation and avoiding obsolescence, but most early attempts to do so are failing. Panel guides executives through key considerations for capital allocation, leadership structures, and competitive strategies.
Joyce LiBoard GovernanceVirtualMay 20-22, 2025, VirtualScheduledOnlineEventAttendanceModeMay 20-22, 2025, Virtual
From ROI to Risk Management: What Finance Leaders Must Get Right About AI
Women in Tech Global Conference 2025 | Virtual
Format: Keynote|Audience: 2000+ women business leaders globally
#AIGovernance#RiskManagement#FinancialLeadership#BoardOversight
Key considerations for financial leadership in evaluating and overseeing AI initiatives, drawing from Joyce Li's experience advising boards and business leaders.
Joyce LiBoard GovernanceSan Francisco, CAMay 6-7, 2025, San Francisco, CAScheduledOfflineEventAttendanceModeMay 6-7, 2025, San Francisco, CA
The Data Frontier: Empowering Boards on Effective Data Oversight
NACD Master Class: Technology & Innovation Oversight | San Francisco, CA
Format: Master Class Session|Audience: Public and private company board members and corporate executives
#DataGovernance#AIStrategy#BoardResponsibilities#RiskMitigation
Specific responsibilities and challenges that boards face in overseeing AI-driven data strategies. Explores how effective oversight can drive value creation while mitigating risks.
Joyce LiBoard GovernanceVirtualApril 23, 2025, VirtualScheduledOnlineEventAttendanceModeApril 23, 2025, Virtual
What Every Board Member and C-Level Executive Should Know about AI
Executive Forum | Virtual
Format: Executive Briefing|Audience: C-suite executives and board members
#AIGovernance#ExecutiveEducation#BoardOversight
Practical insights for both board directors and executives navigating AI governance.
Impact: Specialized forum for senior executive education.
Joyce LiBoard GovernanceMinneapolis, MNMay 2024, Minneapolis, MNScheduledOfflineEventAttendanceModeMay 2024, Minneapolis, MN
AI Governance: What Boards Need to Know
NACD & WCD Joint Event | Minneapolis, MN
Format: Panel Discussion|Audience: Board directors and governance professionals
#AIGovernance#BoardOversight#ResponsibleAI#Ethics
How boards can ensure ethical, legal, and social oversight of AI while capturing strategic and financial benefits.
💼Fund Boards
Joyce LiFund BoardsVirtualFebruary 26, 2025, VirtualScheduledOnlineEventAttendanceModeFebruary 26, 2025, Virtual
AI and Investment Portfolio Management
MFDF AI Webinar Series | Virtual
Format: Panel Discussion|Audience: Fund board trustees and investment management industry leaders
#AIInvesting#PortfolioManagement#InvestmentPolicy#RiskOversight
Panel of investors and experts delving into case studies showcasing AI applications in investment strategies, sharing insights on AI investment policies, procedures, risk management, and oversight.
| Event | Talk Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| AI Leadership Forum | What Creates Value in AI? | |
| Women in Tech Global Conference | From ROI to Risk Management... | |
| NACD Master Class | The Data Frontier... | |
| MFDF AI Webinar Series | AI and Investment Portfolio Management |
👤 Speaker Bio
Joyce Li, CFA, is the CEO and Chief AI Strategist at Averanda Partners, where she advises business leaders and boards on strategic governance at the intersection of AI, finance, and risk management. With nearly two decades of investment leadership and AI startup co-founding experience, Joyce brings a unique perspective on technology transformation and governance innovation.
She serves on the advisory board of OpenBB, an AI investment tech company, and previously as Board President of CFA Society San Francisco. A recognized thought leader in AI governance, Joyce co-authored the Athena Alliance AI Governance Playbook, speaks at conferences, and publishes the AI Simplified for Leaders newsletter.
Joyce holds a Master's in Computer Science from the University of Virginia and an MBA with Palmer Scholar distinction from the Wharton School.
🙋♀️ Frequently Asked Questions
What AI governance topics does Joyce Li speak about to boards?
Joyce Li speaks on AI governance and board oversight, data frontier and effective data oversight for boards, AI risk management, and AI investment portfolio management for fund boards. Her talks focus on practical frameworks for board directors and fund trustees.
Where has Joyce Li spoken on AI board governance?
Joyce Li has spoken at AI Leadership Forum, Women in Tech Global Conference, NACD Master Class on Technology & Innovation Oversight, MFDF AI Webinar Series, and NACD & WCD Joint Events on AI governance for boards.
How can I book Joyce Li for a speaking engagement?
For speaking invitations or to discuss a potential engagement, please email joyce@averanda-ai.com. Joyce's assistant will respond within 1-2 business days.