Demystifying AI’s Latest Advancements & What’s Coming Next

AI is evolving at an unprecedented pace, with agentic AI, humanoid robots like Ria, and cognitive enterprises redefining the way we work and do business. But while AI pilots pop up across industries, few organizations truly integrate AI in a way that transforms their business models. Iliana cuts through the hype, offering a clear, practical breakdown of what’s happening in AI today and what’s coming next.

Navigating AI, Innovation & Social Change Through a Human-Centric Lens

The rapid rise of AI and automation is transforming every aspect of our lives—from how we work to how we connect with others. But beyond the technology itself, there’s a bigger question: How do we ensure these innovations create a future we actually want to live in?

Exploring AI, Identity & The Future of Human-Machine Collaboration

Explore the future of human-machine collaboration through the story of Laila, Iliana’s lifelike AI twin—an interactive digital counterpart created using 3D scanning, voice synthesis, and a GenAI-powered knowledge base trained on years of Iliana’s work. In this keynote, Iliana demonstrates Laila live and shares surprising insights uncovered in the process, touching on identity, cognition, and the evolving role of AI in the workplace. As AI clones like Laila take on roles from Chief of Staff to client liaison, Iliana examines how businesses can harness them to boost productivity, rethink presence, and navigate ethical challenges. Perfect for leaders, innovators, and anyone curious about the future of AI-human partnerships.

Where Smart Money is Flowing & The Future of VC Innovation

Venture capital is at an inflection point. While technology and industries evolve at lightning speed, the traditional VC model remains largely unchanged. Drawing on exclusive insights from Allocator One’s review of 700+ applications from emerging fund managers, Iliana unpacks the early signals shaping the future of investment.

How Boards Can Stay Ahead in a Rapidly Changing World

The role of corporate boards is evolving—fast. From AI-driven decision-making and automation to shifting workforce expectations and ESG mandates, today’s boards must adapt or risk falling behind. Iliana, an advisor to executive teams and boards, breaks down what board members need to know now to stay competitive.

Building Strong, Loyal Teams by Understanding People First

Building great teams isn’t about filling roles—it’s about matching people to work that energizes them. Yet most corporate structures still force people into predefined boxes, leading to disengagement, high turnover, and lost innovation. Iliana brings a fresh perspective on how individualization unlocks loyalty, creativity, and long-term success.

What Happens When the World Becomes the Office and Home?

The conversation is no longer about “WFH vs. Office”—it’s about the complete redefinition of work, life, and mobility. A growing wave of professionals, not just 22-year-old digital nomads, are embracing location independence as a way of life, and this shift is reshaping industries.