Drawing from her groundbreaking career as the RAF’s first female fast jet pilot and her leadership roles at PwC, Jo expertly shares her knowledge on disruption and transformation. Having navigated the ever-changing landscapes of military service and business, Jo provides her invaluable insight into driving transformation and mitigating disruption in any sector – including her newfound expertise on digital transformation as the Global Advisory of GenAI at PwC. Her ability to adapt to new roles, lead under pressure and navigate the complexities of operations has honed her ability to cause positive disruption and achieve significant transformations.

Jo’s military career has uniquely positioned her to develop profound expertise in change management and embracing a change mindset. In an environment characterised by constant evolution and unforeseen challenges, Jo’s military career forced her to challenge the norm, break stereotypes and embrace change. Such experience has proved invaluable in her later career, having honed a change mindset that has allowed her to approach challenges with confidence and strategic insight.

Jo Salter speaks passionately on Generative AI due to her deep expertise and recent appointment as the Global Advisory of GenAI at PwC. Her role focuses on navigating emerging technologies and implementing ethical AI strategies. Previously, she worked in Risk GenAI at PwC, where she developed a keen understanding of the risks associated with AI implementations. Her experience equips her to address both the opportunities and challenges of Generative AI in the business landscape.

With her pioneering past as the first female fast jet pilot, Jo exemplified female leadership and resilience. Forging a trailblazing path in the male-dominated sector of the military, Jo showcases the true potential of female leadership and women in business – famed for having commanded an all-male squadron. Inspiring by example, Jo encourages women to have faith that they can pursue high-impact careers and lead with power and confidence.

Drawing on her experience of managing high-performing teams, both in the RAF and at PwC, Jo excels in not only the creation but also the maintenance of high-performance teams. Integrating her in-depth understanding of resilience, strategic thinking and the importance of diversity, Jo fosters the creation of innovative working environments in which people can thrive. Utilising her powerful expertise as a leader, Jo imparts her wisdom on how to leverage individual strengths to generate high-performing teams. When looking for a speaker whose expertise will create team excellence, Jo is a fantastic choice.

Having navigated the male-dominated sector of the RAF, Jo is profoundly informed on the importance of inclusive leadership. Navigating this challenging landscape, she gained unique insights into the importance of diversity, empathy and equitable opportunities, which she now applies to foster more inclusive, understanding and effective leadership styles. With first-hand experience of overcoming gender barriers, Jo is on a mission to create inclusive environments where diverse talent can share their perspectives, and have their expertise both valued and leveraged.