Mike Allton
AI Keynote Speaker | Creator of the Digital Crew System
Wildwood, Missouri, United States
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Mike Allton built his own systems long before he taught anyone else's team to build theirs. The AI Hat runs on a Digital Crew of his own - governed AI agents with named roles, written charters, and a human who owns every seat. As its founder, Mike has watched organizations from insurance agencies to marketing teams lose the majority of their week to Admin Drag, the manual, repetitive work that buries their best people. He helps teams fix it by hiring a Digital Crew to handle the research, data entry, and admin humans hate - reclaiming their time for the work only they can do.
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Stop Buying Tools No One Uses: The "Shadow-First" Strategy for AI Selection.
You have a "Shelfware" problem. You spent months procuring the "safe" enterprise AI tool, yet your team is still secretly using the "risky" consumer tools they actually like. We call this the "Shadow AI Paradox," and it is costing you millions in wasted budget and hidden security debt.
In this session, Mike Allton (The AI Hat) flips the script on AI governance. Instead of banning the tools your high performers love, you will learn the "Shadow-First" methodology: using unauthorized usage data as the ultimate buyer’s guide. You will discover how to turn "rogue" employees into your R&D lab, secure your data without slowing down operations, and finally build a tech stack your team will actually use.
3 Key Takeaways:
1. The "Shadow-First" Procurement Model: How to stop guessing what software to buy and start licensing the tools that have already won the internal popularity contest.
2. The "Traffic Light" Heuristic: A 30-second training framework that teaches every employee exactly when to use "Green Light" consumer AI versus "Red Light" enterprise systems.
3. The Amnesty Protocol: How to launch a "Safe Harbor" program that incentivizes your team to reveal their hidden tools, giving you a roadmap for innovation rather than a list of punishments.
Speaker Bio:
Mike Allton built his own systems long before he taught anyone else's team to build theirs. The AI Hat runs on a Digital Crew of his own - governed AI agents with named roles, written charters, and a human who owns every seat. As its founder, Mike has watched organizations from insurance agencies to marketing teams lose the majority of their week to Admin Drag, the manual, repetitive work that buries their best people. He helps teams fix it by hiring a Digital Crew to handle the research, data entry, and admin humans hate - reclaiming their time for the work only they can do.
AI Belongs on Your Org Chart, Not in Your Tech Stack
Everyone in this room is working two jobs: the one they were hired for, and the one that ate it. The same numbers re-keyed into a second system. Approvals chased by email. The Monday report rebuilt from scratch for a different meeting. That second job has a name, Admin Drag, and it takes most of the week from your best people. It's also why most AI pilots stall. The company bought software when what it needed was a staffing decision.
In this session, Mike Allton shows how to hire a Digital Crew: AI agents with named roles, defined jobs, a human owner, and decisions they never make. You'll measure your own Admin Drag, follow one crew member from job description to results, and leave knowing which crew member to hire first and who will own it.
A staffing plan, not a tool list.
Key takeaways:
1. The onboarding packet, not the prompt. The PRICE method (Persona, Resources, Instructions, Constraints, Examples) applied to one real crew member, so you can write the job description for your first agent this week.
2. Your first seat. Scout, Scribe, or Coach, chosen by looking at what ate yesterday.
3. The rule nobody else says. Every crew member has a named human owner. No owner, no agent.
The AI Revolution: How It's Transforming Business (and What You Need to Know)
Artificial intelligence is changing the business world faster than a caffeinated hummingbird in a flower patch. And let's be honest, it's not just a question of if you should adopt AI, but how the heck you're going to keep up!
In this insightful and engaging talk, I'm Mike Allton, and I'll be your guide through the AI revolution and what it means for your business. Think of me as your friendly AI Sherpa, here to help you navigate the exciting (and sometimes overwhelming) world of AI.
With over a decade of experience helping businesses succeed with technology and marketing, I'll share my insights on how AI is transforming businesses of all sizes. We'll demystify AI concepts, explore real-world applications, and discover practical strategies for leveraging AI to achieve your business goals.
In today's rapidly evolving landscape, AI literacy is no longer optional; it's like trying to run a business without the internet. A recent study found that nearly 50% of professionals feel they haven't received sufficient AI training from their companies. This talk will equip you with the foundational knowledge and insights you need to stay ahead of the curve and confidently navigate the AI revolution.
Here's what you'll take away:
1. Understand the AI Landscape: We'll explore the current state of AI, its potential benefits (think increased efficiency, improved decision-making, and a whole lot more), and the challenges it presents.
2. Discover Practical Applications: We'll dive into real-world AI use cases and learn how AI can be applied to various business functions, from marketing and sales to operations and customer service.
3. Balance Technology and Humanity: We'll explore strategies for integrating AI into your workforce that enhance human capabilities rather than replace them, ensuring a successful transition that maintains your company's unique value and culture.
This talk is a must-attend for business leaders, decision-makers, and anyone who wants to stay ahead of the curve in the age of AI.
Mike Allton
AI Keynote Speaker | Creator of the Digital Crew System
Wildwood, Missouri, United States
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