Leadership, Talent, and HumanAI Collaboration (Paperback)

Business leadership, management, and intelligent technologies shape the future of work and organizational success. As AI transforms industries, effective leadership guides teams through technological change while fostering innovation, adaptability, and ethical decision-making. Organizations must develop and retain talent equipped with the skills needed to work alongside intelligent systems. Human-AI collaboration emphasizes the complementary strengths of people and technology, combining human creativity, critical thinking, and emotional intelligence with AI's speed, efficiency, and data-processing capabilities. Together, these elements create new opportunities for productivity, growth, and sustainable competitive advantage in the digital age. Leadership, Talent, and Human-AI Collaboration explores how leadership practices, talent development, and human-AI collaboration transform organizations and the future of work. It examines the ways leaders and employees can leverage AI to enhance innovation, productivity, decision-making, and workforce performance while addressing ethical and organizational challenges. This book covers topics such as organizational behavior, talent management, and digital technology, and is a useful resource for business owners, managers, engineers, academicians, researchers, and scientists.

Don Ashley , Ph.D. (Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, USA) Executive Director, Anchorage and Fairbanks Campuses, Wayland Baptist University, Alaska, USA Dr. Don Ashley is an experienced academic leader and scholar with more than two decades of progressive responsibility in higher education. He currently serves as Executive Director for the Anchorage and Fairbanks Campuses at Wayland Baptist University and as Executive Director of Global Initiatives. His leadership portfolio includes international student advising and compliance (SEVP), global project management, and academic quality assurance across multicultural environments. Holding a Doctor of Philosophy in Foundations of Education from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Dr. Ashley has taught extensively in research methods, qualitative and quantitative design, and statistical analysis. He has supervised graduate and doctoral students and contributed to the development of globally inclusive and ethically grounded academic programs. His scholarly contributions include publications in the Baker Evangelical Dictionary of Christian Education and authored works such as Single Parent College Students: A Test of Endurance and The Teacher as Exemplar: An Exploration of the Teacher as a Role Model in Idealism and the Bible. His research explores the intersection of education, leadership, and sociocultural theory in academic and spiritual formation. Dr. Ashley’s commitment to global education and innovation continues to shape initiatives that bridge academic excellence, intercultural understanding, and ethical leadership across continents.

Manjari Sharma is an accomplished academician, researcher, and author with over 15 years of experience in higher education, specializing in Finance, Human Resource Management, and Organizational Behavior. She earned her Doctor of Philosophy in Commerce from the University of Rajasthan, India, with her doctoral research focusing on the price behavior of securities in the Indian capital market. Currently serving as Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Commerce at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus, Dr. Sharma has been instrumental in advancing academic excellence through curriculum innovation, global immersion programs, and research collaborations across Asia, the United States, and Europe. Her scholarly contributions include numerous books, edited volumes, and research chapters with leading international publishers such as IGI Global, Springer Nature, and Taylor & Francis. She has co-authored and edited works on financial literacy, experiential learning, sustainable education, and the intersection of AI and management. A recipient of multiple institutional research grants, Dr. Sharma’s current projects focus on AI-driven financial decision-making, sustainable workforce strategies, and cultural immersion in education. Her leadership extends beyond academics to mentoring students and faculty in research, entrepreneurship, and global engagement. Dr. Sharma’s work reflects her vision of integrating innovation, inclusivity, and sustainability into business and education to prepare future-ready learners and leaders.

Dr. Sharad Gupta is a seasoned educator and corporate trainer with over two decades of experience in academia, research, and professional development. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. focused on Blockchain-enabled Employee Life Cycle Frameworks at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), India. He holds an e-Diploma in CORe from Harvard Business School, along with advanced degrees in Education (M.Ed.), Commerce (M.Com.), and an MBA in Marketing and Finance. Dr. Gupta serves as an Assistant Professor at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus, where he specializes in Human Resource Management, Leadership Development, and Corporate Strategy. He has held key administrative roles, including Convener of the Institution Innovation Council, fostering innovation and entrepreneurial growth. With international teaching experience in Malaysia and the Maldives, he has guided MBA, Ph.D., and Professional Doctorate students across culturally diverse environments. Dr. Gupta has co-authored several books, including Innovative Pedagogy: A Beginner's Guide to Modern Teaching Strategies and WealthWise: Lessons from India's Warren Buffett. His research contributions extend to journals and conferences, focusing on HR analytics, AI in education, and blockchain applications. Recognized for his expertise in instructional design, Dr. Gupta has developed e-learning modules, designed corporate training programs, and managed digital learning platforms during his tenure with leading organizations like Bajaj Housing Finance and ICICI Bank. He brings a unique blend of academic rigor and industry acumen, making impactful contributions to both fields. Dr. Gupta continues to innovate in education and research, bridging the gap between academic theories and real-world applications, and inspiring the next generation of learners and leaders.