9 • Leveraging AI to Become More Human - Part 1 of a Series on Artificial Intelligence with Justin Price

January 3, 2024

WITH CO-HOSTS: HEREDES RIBEIRO & COLLIN HOKE

In part 1 of this series on AI, Collin and H sit down with Vers CEO Justin Price to discuss the transformative role of artificial intelligence in nonprofits and the ethical considerations surrounding its integration.

Episode Summary.

Could the future of philanthropy lie in the digital mind of AI? This thought lingers as we unravel the transformative role artificial intelligence plays within the nonprofit sphere, guided by insights from creative visionary Justin Price of Vers. Our conversation traverses the delicate balance between human touch and technological progress, emphasizing the growing value of genuine interaction in a world increasingly managed by algorithms. We tackle the ways AI could enhance our capacity for compassion and efficiency in our mission-driven pursuits, offering a beacon of hope for those feeling overshadowed by the relentless march of innovation.

As we explore the ethical labyrinth entwined with the union of AI and quantum computing, the episode poses profound questions about our responsibilities as creators of potentially superior intelligences. Reflecting on the sweeping changes AI brings to diverse industries, we consider how the collective voice—comprising varied ages, backgrounds, and perspectives—must inform the creation and governance of these powerful tools. With our future in mind, we call upon leaders to navigate this new terrain with wisdom and foresight, championing a vision where technology amplifies our most noble human qualities to sculpt a fair and thriving society for all.

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Chapters.

0:10 - AI's Impact on Nonprofit Organizations

06:15 - To the Overwhelmed

09:15 - To the Nay-sayers and Doom-sayers

15:38 - Is it Really Worth the Effort?

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Resources and Info.

If you’d like to recommend or be a guest on the show, email us at podcast@verscreative.com

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About Justin.

Justin has made a career out of seeing where an idea or an organization is, having a vision for where it could be, and creating the strategy to get it there. He is a tireless collaborator who stops at nothing to get results. This drive is how Justin started Vers and grew it into the flourishing agency it is today. At his core, Justin has always been passionate about seeing things reach their full potential. This passion brought Justin exponential success early in his career at high level creative leadership roles in multiple industries such as music and tech as well as several large nonprofits. By pairing great creative work with superior strategy, Vers, under Justin’s leadership, has been able to help local, national, and international organizations reach their full potential. His non-work hours are spent experiencing local adventures, exploring architecture and local art in new cities, as well as playing music with friends.

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