E51: The Future of Work: Navigating AI, Growth, and Human Connection with Lorrissa Horton
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Step inside a conversation with Lorrissa Horton, CEO of Sūmersports, as she reveals how AI is reshaping not just the future of work, but our very identities and connections as humans. From leading tech transformations at Microsoft and Cisco to tackling the fear and opportunity swirling around AI, Lorrissa Horton opens up about what it takes to guide teams through uncertainty, hold space for real human growth, and redefine value in a rapidly changing world. Whether you're a leader, a parent, or simply trying to find your footing in the age of AI, this episode is packed with stories, hard truths, and actionable insights you can’t afford to miss.
Lorrissa Horton is the CEO of Sūmersports, a platform fusing NFL expertise and artificial intelligence to deliver data-driven insights across the sports industry. With over 18 years leading technology innovation at Microsoft and Cisco WebEx, Lorrissa brings a rare mix of operator experience and systems-level thinking to every conversation about the future of work. An advocate for resiliency and empathy in leadership, she draws on her personal journey as a mom, immigrant, and tech executive to help organizations navigate rapid change, build cohesive teams, and reimagine what’s possible with emerging technology.
KEY TOPICS
How Lorrissa Horton's immigrant family and her mother's tech journey shaped her growth mindset and leadership approach 01:39
The real-world impacts and fears of rapid AI transformation across industries, jobs, and family life 07:12
Why leaders must balance transparency, empathy, and adaptability when guiding teams through uncertainty and change 10:57
How intentional collaboration and human connection remain vital amid increasing AI use and digital efficiency 25:19
The emotional and financial realities of job market shifts, the loss of identity, and the need for constant growth in the AI era 31:22
Todays guest, Lorrissa Horton, can be found online at:
Website: https://sumersports.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorrissa-horton-432478b1/
Your host, Dr. Bobbi Wegner, can be found online at:
Groops: https://www.joingroops.com/
Harvard Extension School Faculty Spotlight: https://youtu.be/zwLai-lu-pk?si=GpKNhtxVvTrS3-pu
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbiwegner/