AI: Don't Be Scared, Be Prepared

The Urban Financial Services Coalition (UFSC) has presented the View from the Executive Leadership Series for years, providing minority financial professionals, members, and communities of color with the opportunity to learn from some of the nation's—and the world's—leading executives as they discuss their careers and leadership experiences. The next installment of our View from the Top Executive Leadership Series for 2026 finds us spending time with Learie Hercules, CEO and Founder of Heft IQ, Inc. Learie Hercules is a seasoned C-Suite executive with over 20 years of experience in leadership roles across artificial intelligence (AI), big data, and operational management. As the CEO and Founder of Heft IQ, Inc., Learie leads the world’s first deployed multi-agent AI system dedicated to optimizing supply chain and logistics operations. Heft IQ’s innovative AI solutions are transforming industries by automating the work of data engineers and scientists, improving productivity, and enabling real-time decision-making. AI is rapidly transforming the financial services industry, from client engagement and financial planning to operations, risk management, and decision-making. For industry leaders, understanding AI is no longer optional—it’s essential to staying competitive, improving efficiency, protecting clients, and preparing their organizations for the future. This webinar will provid leaders with the insight and practical perspective needed to move from AI uncertainty to AI readiness. [ Zoom details will be provided in your registration confirmation email ] Special note: Tickets sales or donations for this event are not tax-deductible. The funds raised from this event will go to support the various Urban Financial Services Coalition programs. UFSC Funded Programs: • MARK I business plan and Oratorical competitions. One-week summer is intensive for students pursuing undergraduate studies toward a career in financial services. • Scholarships are available for undergraduate and graduate students interested in financial services careers. • Community outreach programs. Financial education, credit counseling, first-time home-buying seminars, home maintenance counseling, and financial planning. • Capital Formation and Technical Assistance. Education programs that help minority entrepreneurs initiate, enhance and expand business opportunities. • Career Development. Professional education, mentoring, and sponsorship programs to support the success and advancement of minority professionals in the financial services industry. Additional information about UFSC, local chapters, and these programs can be found at www.ufscnet.org.