Katie Watson

Katie Watson, Chief Human Resources Officer at Western Digital, shares insights on leading workforce transformation in a tech landscape dominated by AI. She discusses the importance of balancing automation with human connection, emphasizing upskilling efforts for thousands of employees as they transition to higher-value roles. Katie highlights the role of 'AI champions' in adoption and the need for HR leaders to govern AI responsibly. The conversation navigates the future of work, advocating for collaboration between technology and humanity to maintain meaningful work experiences.