AI executive and global nursing leader to discuss artificial intelligence implementation at national technology conference expecting more than 40,000 attendees.
ROCHESTER, NY, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Vanessa Riley, MSN, RN, FNP-C, eFACHDM, founder and Chief Executive Officer of KhonsuAI and President of the Global Nursing AI Alliance (GNAA), will speak at AFROTECH Conference 2026 in Houston, Texas, on November 5, bringing her expertise in artificial intelligence, healthcare technology strategy, and clinical innovation to one of the nation’s prominent technology gatherings.
Celebrating its tenth anniversary, AFROTECH Conference 2026 is expected to attract more than 40,000 attendees, bringing together technology executives, entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators to explore emerging technologies and the future of industry.
Riley will present “How to Implement AI in Nursing Workflows” during HealthStack, a healthcare technology conference presented by Sanofi. Her session will address the strategic integration of artificial intelligence into clinical environments, including documentation automation, clinical decision support, patient monitoring, and workforce optimization.
The presentation comes at a pivotal moment as healthcare organizations move beyond AI experimentation toward enterprise adoption, operational integration, and measurable clinical value.
“Artificial intelligence is fundamentally changing how healthcare organizations operate,” said Riley. “The question is no longer simply whether healthcare should adopt AI, but how we implement it responsibly, integrate it into complex clinical environments, and ensure that innovation translates into meaningful improvements in care delivery.”
Advancing Executive Leadership in Healthcare Artificial Intelligence
As founder and CEO of KhonsuAI, Riley leads a technology consulting company specializing in artificial intelligence strategy, responsible implementation, clinical workflow transformation, and digital innovation.
She also serves as President of the Global Nursing AI Alliance (GNAA), an international nonprofit organization advancing nursing leadership in artificial intelligence through research, education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and workforce development.
Additionally, Riley serves as Chief Executive Officer of the American Board of Nursing Artificial Intelligence (ABNAI), where she leads organizational initiatives focused on AI competency development, professional standards, and credentialing.
Across these leadership roles, Riley is working to advance a more coordinated approach to healthcare AI adoption, connecting executive strategy, clinical expertise, workforce readiness, and responsible technology governance.
“Successful AI transformation requires more than sophisticated algorithms,” Riley said. “It requires strategic leadership, professional accountability, and collaboration between the people developing technology and those responsible for delivering care. The organizations that recognize this will be better positioned to lead the next era of healthcare innovation.”
Bridging Healthcare, Research, and Emerging Technology
Riley brings nearly two decades of healthcare experience to her work in artificial intelligence and technology entrepreneurship.
Her research interests include cardiovascular health disparities, environmental and social determinants of health, machine learning, and digital health innovation.
Riley was recently recognized as an inaugural Executive Fellow of the American College of Health Data Management (eFACHDM), reflecting her continued professional leadership across healthcare, technology, and data-driven innovation.
Her participation in AFROTECH HealthStack highlights the expanding influence of clinical professionals in artificial intelligence strategy, technology entrepreneurship, and organizational transformation.
AFROTECH HealthStack 2026
Presented by Sanofi, HealthStack brings together healthcare executives, clinicians, technology entrepreneurs, and innovators to explore advancements in artificial intelligence, digital health, medical technology, and healthcare delivery.
Riley’s presentation, “How to Implement AI in Nursing Workflows,” is scheduled for Thursday, November 5, 2026, from 9:00 to 9:30 a.m. Central Time, at the HealthStack Seminar Room in the Marriott in Houston, Texas.
AFROTECH Conference 2026 takes place November 2–6 in Houston.
About KhonsuAI
KhonsuAI is an artificial intelligence technology company focused on AI strategy, AI tool development, and digital innovation. Founded by healthcare AI executive Vanessa Riley, KhonsuAI connects emerging technologies with organizational strategy, clinical expertise, and responsible implementation practices.
About Vanessa Riley
Vanessa Riley, MSN, RN, FNP-C, eFACHDM, is a technology entrepreneur, healthcare AI executive, nurse practitioner, and doctoral researcher. She is the founder and CEO of KhonsuAI, President of the Global Nursing AI Alliance, and CEO of the American Board of Nursing Artificial Intelligence. An inaugural Executive Fellow of the American College of Health Data Management, Riley works across executive leadership, clinical practice, research, and technology strategy to advance responsible artificial intelligence in healthcare.
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