Kaz McGrath

Founder & CEO, PLAI – Purpose-led AI

Kaz McGrath is an AI capability and adoption expert who helps organisations build practical, human-centred approaches to using AI effectively at work. As the founder of PLAI, Kaz specialises in making AI accessible, strategic and actionable – supporting teams to move beyond experimentation and into real-world impact.

 

Known for her direct, engaging facilitation style, Kaz works with organisations to avoid common AI pitfalls, build confidence across teams, and embed AI in ways that strengthen culture, workflows and decision-making. Her work focuses on capability-building, readiness and responsible adoption – ensuring AI is used with purpose, not panic.

 

Twice named one of Australia’s Top 100 Women of Influence, Kaz is also the co-founder of the global Ration Challenge (raising $80M+ to fight hunger), and the creator of Digital Village, a top-rated leadership program that continues to inspire change-makers. 

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