Hazel Reambillo joins MKAI as Digital Marketing Manager

Dr. Naeema Pasha

Professional interests: As the research lead at MKAI, Naeema plays a pivotal role in advancing the field of ethical and inclusive AI leadership through her extensive expertise in behavioural science. Previously, she served as the director of the Institute for the World of Work at Henley Business School, where she conducted ground-breaking research on the effects of AI and other mega-trends on individuals and workplaces. Naeema’s profound insights have positioned her as a prolific writer, captivating speaker, and trusted coach on various aspects of AI adoption, ethics, and skills. Her co-authored book, “Futureproof Your Career: How to Lead and Succeed in a Changing World,” has garnered widespread acclaim. Recognised as one of the top global influencers in AI ethics and regarded as a thought leader in inclusive leadership within the HR community, Naeema is also honoured as a Principal Practitioner by the Association of Business Psychologists.
Causes Naeema cares about: Naeema is driven to create equity, responsibility and wellness in the workplace and how an ethical AI and purpose driven business strategy can support that. She works to enable people to be their best selves at work and for organisations to get the best out of their people. Her work demonstrates that when a variety of people from different backgrounds, identities, and perspectives come together they create a more creative, productive and future-focused organisation.
Personal interests: Naeema is a foodie and loves cooking with fresh ingredients for her family and friends. She also has an interest in sustainability and diversity in fashion and beauty trends. She’s recently started swimming at the local pool – but finds getting out of bed early in the morning is always a big challenge.
Favourite quote or motto: “We must have perseverance and above all confidence in ourselves. We must believe that we are gifted for something” – Marie Curie, the first woman to receive a Nobel Prize.
Naeema particularly loves this quote as it is pretty much summarises the core finding on her work on building human resilience – positive self-reflection can help us thrive in this changing world.