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Kristin Ginn, founder of trnsfrmAItn and host of the AI, but Human podcast, is contributing to a growing conversation about human-centered AI transformation.
Kristin explores how human-first AI approaches, emotional intelligence in tech leadership, and strategic clarity can reshape the way we adopt and lead with AI. She shares her expertise across news articles, podcasts, industry events, company offsites and more.
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Business Insider
Business Insider tells the story of how Kristin Ginn started and monetized her AI consulting business trnsfrmAItn in just 60 days with the help of AI.
Read the full story that covers the beginning of trnsfrmAItn.
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Ex-Microsoft marketer used free AI to launch her first solo venture
Microsoft Ignite | Speaker
From launch to usage: 7 ways to accelerate Copilot adoption
Microsoft Ignite 2025
As part of her work at Microsoft, Kristin shared seven actionable strategies to inspire and empower users to achieve more with generative AI and Microsoft 365 Copilot.
From activating champions and leaders to modeling AI habits and creating hands-on experiences, you'll walk away with ideas to spark usage and impact.
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Fast Company | Expert commentary
12 top AI tips from high performers
Fast Company
Artificial intelligence at work is creating an emerging gap between those who actively use it and those who avoid it.
Kristin provides her insights on how "AI amplifiers" and "AI avoiders" perceive AI, how that perception can influence their peers in positive and negative ways, and why organizations have to provide the adoption infrastructure to bring both groups along on the transformation journey.
Alameda Chamber & Economic Alliance | Speaker
Women in AI: How to start, lead and thrive in the AI era
Alameda Women Leaders
As part of the Alameda Women Leaders panel, Kristin Ginn shared her perspective as a panelist of other powerful women working in AI.
Moderated by NBC Bay Area's Gia Vang, the dynamic conversation covered practical business strategies, why the human side of AI is an important factor that shapes the workplace, and how to align leaders to drive successful AI transformation.
Microsoft Ignite | Speaker
Real Copilot adoption journeys that worked
Microsoft Ignite 2025
As part of her work at Microsoft, Kristin hosted Microsoft customers Carrier, Mastercard and Vodafone who shared how they successfully rolled out Copilot by taking a human-first approach to AI.
Learn how they activated leaders and champions, enabled users, and created inspiring, hands-on experiences to drive adoption and usage.
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Fast Company | Expert commentary
Why AI skills are the new gold standard for job seekers
Fast Company
Artificial intelligence capabilities have rapidly shifted from nice-to-have extras to essential requirements. In this article, experts, including Kristin Ginn, founder of trnsfrmAItn, reveal how mastering AI skills can unlock career opportunities.
Kristin shares how generative AI tools can accelerate careers and expand opportunities beyond traditional paths. She shares how generative AI helps her honen in on her customers' needs and deliver high-quality, custom services.
Using AI at Work | Podcast guest
Using AI at work to activate humans in the workplace with Kristin Ginn
Using AI at Work podcast
In this episode, host Chris Daigle is joined by Kristin Ginn, founder of trnsfrmAItn, to discuss the real reason most companies fail with AI adoption.
Kristin breaks down why AI productivity gains at the individual level rarely translate into measurable organizational outcomes and how to close that gap by activating leaders and employees through mindset shifts, habit building and better enablement strategies.
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ZDNet | Expert Commentary
More workers are using AI than ever - they're also trusting it less: Inside the frustration gap
ZDNet
A study from workforce solutions firm ManpowerGroup found that for the first time in three years, workers' confidence in AI declined while adoption grew year over year. The divergence in those numbers is a wake-up call for organizations about how they implement AI tools in the workplace.
Kristin Ginn, founder of trnsfrmAItn, is one of the experts weighing in on how to organizations can overcome the misalignment of expectations and reality to drive successful AI adoption.
AI Explored | Podcast Guest
Human-first AI adoption: Getting your people ready for change
AI Explored podcast
Host Michael Stelzner and guest Kristin Ginn, founder of trnsfrmAItn, discuss why a human-first approach to AI adoption that addresses psychological biases, identifies specialized user mindsets and provides a three-layer strategy to activate your business is key to successful AI implementation.
Kristin dives into why most businesses struggle to achieve ROI, three ways users tend to react to generative AI at work, and how to overcome the human readiness challenge.
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The Unlocked Professional | Podcast Guest
She built Microsoft' Great Copilot Journey. Now, AI is her Co-Founder
The Unlocked Professional podcast
Host Jeff Midland interviews guest Kristin Ginn, founder of trnsfrmAItn, to discuss her experience designing AI adoption programs like Microsoft's Great Copilot Journey, and why it's important for organizations to address the human side of AI.
Kristin dives into her own experience using AI as her co-founder for trnsfrmAItn, and her human-first framework that helps her clients empower their employees to reimagine work with AI by their side.
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TechTarget | Expert Commentary
How to start an AI for business leaders, executives program
TechTarget
Executives need AI knowledge to lead transformations effectively. These leading programs vary in depth and cost, and focus on strategy, governance and practical implementation.
Kristin Ginn, founder of trnsfrmAItn, explains why AI transformation is a team sport, and how most organizations spend too little time actually preparing their leaders to guide employees through the required change.
Alameda Chamber | Speaker
Unlock the possibilities with AI: Inspiration and strategy for small business owners
Alameda Chamber & Economic Alliance
Business owners in Alameda, CA and the greater San Francisco Bay Area were invited to join this 90-minute workshop to explore the practical side of generative AI.
Kristin Ginn, founder of trnsfrmAItn, shared how to spot AI opportunities for small businesses, showed real business use cases completed with AI and provided actionable ideas and tactics to help businesses transformation how they operate.
This event took place in January 2026.
Small Business Expo | Speaker
Think Bigger: How to Build a Business in 60 Days with AI
Small Business Expo workshop
Business owners can leverage generative AI tools to accelerate their business and unlock new potential and resources they wouldn't be able to access otherwise. But the challenge is knowing when and how to use AI effectively.
Kristin Ginn, founder of trnsfrmAItn, shares how she used AI as her co-founder and thought partner to launch trnsfrmAItn in just 60 days. Discovery her real story of bold thinking and transformation in the age of AI.
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Trusted by industry leaders
From internal sessions and executive offsites to public events, Kristin delivers strategic thought leadership and inspiration that bridge human‑centered AI strategy with real‑world transformation.
She is a steering committee member for a new global AI event by Informa, and a featured expert for the global AI Speakers Bureau.
Her speaking engagements span Fortune 500 companies, global enterprises and regional organizations who are ready to drive innovation and impact with AI.
Frequently Asked Questions
What topics does Kristin speak on?
Kristin specializes in AI transformation, with a focus on human-centered AI adoption. Her talks and workshops explore how organizations can integrate generative AI tools while maintaining emotional intelligence, strategic clarity, and cultural alignment. Kristin helps reframe AI as a cultural shift that empowers people to achieve more by creating an AI-first environment where humans are never second.
Why should we book Kristin?
Kristin brings a unique blend of visionary strategy, approachable energy and practical execution. As founder of trnsfrmAItn and host of the AI, but Human podcast, she has helped leaders understand how human-focused AI can drive innovation without losing sight of empathy and collaboration. Audiences leave inspired, equipped with actionable frameworks, and ready to embrace AI as a force for transformation.
What types of events does Kristin speak at?
Kristin is available for various types of events, including keynote and breakout sessions at conferences and industry events, team workshops and offsites, podcast interviews and media contributions and more.
What makes Kristin's approach different?
Unlike purely technical AI speakers, Kristin emphasizes the human side of AI transformation. She helps organizations see AI as a cultural shift that requires emotional intelligence, clear communication, and strategic alignment. Her sessions balance inspiration with actionable next steps, making her a trusted partner for leaders navigating change.
Can Kristin contribute to articles or thought leadership pieces?
Absolutely. Kristin collaborates with publications and organizations to provide expert contributions on AI transformation, human-focused AI, and generative AI adoption. Her writing and interviews highlight both visionary insights and practical strategies for leaders.
How is Kristin contributing and shaping the AI industry for enterprises?
Kristin is a steering committee member for a new global AI event by Informa, actively shaping the event's direction and agenda. She is also a featured expert for the global AI Speakers Bureau that brings together heads of state, senior executives and leading AI researchers from around the world to guide important conversations around AI.