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December 18, 2025
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Topic Emotional Intelligence in Safety Leadership: Leading Humans Safely Through the AI & Robotic Revolution
Artificial Intelligence, robotics, automation, and computer-vision safety systems are rapidly transforming the modern workplace. As intelligent technologies become deeply integrated into operations, the expectations placed on safety leaders are evolving just as quickly.
While advanced technologies can reduce risk and improve efficiency, successful adoption ultimately depends on people—their trust, engagement, communication, and readiness for change.
This virtual technical meeting explores how Emotional Intelligence (EI) equips safety leaders to guide teams confidently through the AI & Robotic Revolution. Attendees will gain practical strategies for improving communication, strengthening trust, reducing resistance, and enhancing collaboration between humans and intelligent systems.
What You’ll Learn
Participants will leave this session able to
- Understand the five domains of Emotional Intelligence and their role in effective safety leadership
- Recognize emotional reactions associated with AI, robotics, and automation
- Apply EI-driven strategies that reduce fear, uncertainty, and resistance
- Build psychological safety during periods of technological change
- Analyze real-world case studies from pharma, construction, and automotive robotics
- Apply the 3C Leadership Framework—Connect, Communicate, Coach
- Lead teams more confidently in human–robot collaborative environments
Speakers
Christopher D. Connors
Global Emotional Intelligence Expert | Bestselling Author | LinkedIn Learning Instructor
Christopher is a highly regarded global expert in emotional intelligence and leadership. He is the bestselling author of Emotional Intelligence for the Modern Leader and The Champion Leader, and teaches one of the most popular EI courses on LinkedIn Learning. He has delivered leadership programs for Google, Apple, Northrop Grumman, the U.S. Army, GitLab, McKesson, and many others.
Michael “Miki” Alroy
Principal, Commonwealth Risk Management Group | EHS & Emerging Technology Safety Leader
Miki is a 20-year EHS executive specializing in robotics, AI, automation, life sciences, construction, and advanced manufacturing. He helps organizations integrate safety into intelligent systems, build scalable and innovation-aligned programs, and strengthen leadership capability in technology-driven environments. He currently serves as President of the ASSP Greater Boston Chapter.
Who Should Attend
This session is ideal for
- Safety & EHS professionals
- Safety Managers & Directors
- Engineers & Operations Leaders
- Robotics/Automation Leads
- HR, Organizational Development & People Leaders
- Executives across large enterprises, mid-sized companies, and high-growth tech startups
- Anyone responsible for introducing new technologies or leading teams through digital transformation
Why This Matters
AI and robotics improve safety only when employees understand, trust, and embrace the technologies being implemented. Emotional Intelligence equips leaders to communicate effectively, support their teams, and create psychologically safe environments during periods of change.
This webinar is essential for professionals responsible for AI, automation, robotics, or organizational transformation.
CEUs
Participants who attend the full session and complete the evaluation will receive 0.2 Continuing Education Units (pending approval).