Businesses have been drooling at the possibility of replacing human labour with AI, but will AI also replace the human capacity for critical thought? At the latest mesh conference, Cathy O'Neil explained that it will not only do that, but it is an intentional effort.

If a company wants to be innovative and forward-thinking, it starts at the top. As Raj Kuchibhatla explains, you have to establish that culture at the executive level and make innovation a core pillar of your organization's DNA.

Had a great time speaking about all things innovation and public policy with @JessStCool from @CADInnovators, moderated by Sarah Coleman. Thanks @meshcon for having me! #yyctech

How to actually build innovation teams that don't drown in corporate quicksand — @meshcon https://t.co/3762bvNKtt

Why unique insight is a company’s most valuable competitive advantage — @meshcon /why-unique-insight-is-a-companys-most-valuable-competitive-advantage/article

We’re stronger together. So why is #Innovation still a solo sport in #Canada? — @meshcon

#Calgary approves $60-million boost to #OCIF, setting up its next phase of innovation growth — @meshcon https://t.co/cc0QFYRaUd

🌟 Fresh innovation, fresh voices. At @meshcon, the Day 2 innovation showcase features leaders driving real-world change across startups, tech, and more. 🕛 April 30 | 12:05 PM | Pitch Stage, @PlatformCalgary 🎟 https://t.co/4lhhGR5p73

🚀 Innovation from the ground up. At @meshcon, hear from bold leaders creating real change across startups, tech, and society at the mesh innovation showcase. 🕛 April 29 | 12:05 PM | Pitch Stage @PlatformCalgary 🎟 https://t.co/z2x6F6obTX

🚀 The best takeaway from @meshcon isn’t a keynote — it’s the idea you create. Join us for Beyond mesh — an interactive workshop to turn insights into action with Pebble’s Meghan Donohoe & Alicia Wight. 🕓 April 30 | 4:10 PM | Pitch Stage 🎟 https://t.co/4lhhGR5p73

🚀 Career change ahead? It could be the best thing that ever happens to you. Join @meshcon for Life After BigCo — a real talk session on reinvention and purpose-driven careers. 🕒 April 30 | 2:55 PM | Multi Purpose Room, @PlatformCalgary 🎟 https://t.co/z2x6F6obTX

New to @meshcon? Or just want to level up your experience? Start Day 1 strong with “mesh like a pro” featuring @margopossible from @InceptionU. 🕘 April 29, 9:40 AM 📍Multi Purpose Room 🎟 Tickets: https://t.co/jBff6jLMrn #mesh2024 #yycevents #conferenceprotips

🚨 Big news for Calgary’s innovation economy. Hear from Derek Armstrong at @meshcon about what’s next for OCIF and how a $60M vote could shape the city’s future. 🕞 April 30 | 3:45 PM | Pitch Stage, @PlatformCalgary 🎟 https://t.co/z2x6F6obTX

🤖 How can AI drive justice in marketing? Join @meshcon for Marketing for Justice — a workshop with @ModestRoots on building ethical, inclusive campaigns powered by AI. 🕒 April 30 | 2:55 PM | Pitch Stage, @PlatformCalgary 🎟 https://t.co/4lhhGR5p73

🤖 AI isn’t just following commands anymore — it’s making decisions. Learn how Agentic AI is reshaping work with and Dave "Hurricane Dave" Smith, @canesrules. 🕐 April 30 | 1:40 PM | Pitch Stage, @PlatformCalgary 🎟 https://t.co/z2x6F6obTX #mesh #futureofwork #agenticai

🚀 Digital transformation isn’t about the tech — it’s about the people. Join us for a workshop with Keith Daser (Deliver Digital) on uncovering hidden digital wins by putting humans first. 🕐 April 30 | 1:40 PM | Multi Purpose Room 🎟 https://t.co/z2x6F6obTX

📱 Hyper-personalization is reshaping marketing—and your digital identity. Join us for a fireside chat with Katie Calhoun (ex @GettyImages) and @dlpotter on the future of AI, creativity, and connection. 🕚 April 30 | 11:15 AM | Multi Purpose Room 🎟 https://t.co/z2x6F6obTX

📢 Policy is no longer background noise — it's the playing field. Join @meshcon for a panel on how Canadian policy is shaping (or stalling) innovation. Featuring leaders from @TELUS and @CADInnovators. 🕒 April 29 | 2:55 PM | Pitch Stage 🎟 https://t.co/4lhhGR5p73

How does public policy shape innovation? Join @TELUS’s Gabriela Gonzalez, @CADInnovators's Jess Sinclair & moderator Sarah Coleman at @meshcon for a critical convo on Canada’s tech policy landscape. 🕒 April 29 | 2:55 PM | Pitch Stage, @PlatformCalgary 🎟 https://t.co/jBff6jLMrn

🇨🇦 Innovation isn’t one-size-fits-all. At @meshcon, hear from leaders across Canada — Vancouver to Moncton — on how regional ecosystems are shaping the national story. 🕘 April 30 | 9:40 AM | Multi Purpose Room 🎟 https://t.co/z2x6F6obTX