Dr. Grady Batchelor is an internationally recognized AI strategist, Fractional Chief AI
Officer, and Founder of Leading With AI, LLC. Known for his ability to bridge the gap
between people and technology, he helps leaders and organizations embrace AI-First
Leadership through strategic adoption, education, and practical enablement.
As the creator of the L.E.A.D. Framework: A New Operating System for AI-Empowered
Leadership, Dr. Batchelor equips executives, small business owners, and nonprofit
leaders to thrive in an environment where AI is no longer optional—it is the operating
landscape itself. His training programs, including the AI Black Belt Certification and
Certified AI Specialist™ series, have prepared professionals across five continents to lead
confidently with ethical, responsible, and high-impact AI strategies.
With global speaking engagements spanning 16+ countries and audiences of over 1,000+
leaders, Dr. Batchelor is recognized for making complex AI concepts approachable and
actionable. His forthcoming book, Becoming an AI-First Leader: Your Leadership Operating
System (Now With AI Built In), explores how leaders can transform decision-making,
organizational culture, and strategy in the age of ambient AI.
Dr. Batchelor’s mission is simple but profound: to empower leaders not just to use AI,
but to direct it with intentional intelligence, ethics, and vision.
