November 2025 Luncheon: “Beyond Automation: Leadership, Protection, and Creation in the Age of AI”
Submitted by Stephanie Jenson, JLL
CREW Charlotte’s AI Program Delivers Strategic Insights for CRE Professionals
The recent CREW AI program successfully explored AI’s transformative impact on commercial real estate. Moderated by Courtney Fain (JLL), panelists consisted of industry experts Jaime Dias (First American), Garrett Herbst (Little Diversified), and Pad Alce (AI Patent Law). They covered essential topics including AI implementation strategies, prompt engineering, and collaborative applications in project management and operations.
Key discussions addressed balancing innovation with responsibility, emphasizing risk management, data security, and ethical AI adoption. Participants gained practical knowledge on leveraging AI as a collaborative tool while maintaining transparency and accountability.
Key Takeaways:
- Approach AI as a collaborator, not just an input/output tool for building context and brainstorming
- Don’t fear committing resources to AI while remaining cognizant of third-party tools
- Focus on change management and strategic implementation
- AI’s future lies in amplifying human capabilities rather than replacing professionals
Thank you to our exceptional panelists for sharing invaluable insights on AI’s transformative impact across industries. Your expertise helped us navigate beyond automation to discover leadership opportunities in our evolving landscape.
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