Elizabeth (Liz) Ngonzi is a globally recognized AI and leadership strategist, educator, and speaker whose work bridges artificial intelligence, digital storytelling, and social impact. She specializes in equipping professionals and institutions to harness AI ethically to amplify engagement, accelerate innovation, and drive measurable change.
She serves on the Board of Directors of the American Society for AI (ASFAI), where she is the founding chair of its Ethics & Responsible AI Committee and originated and co-leads the development of its AI for Humanity platform, advancing human-centered AI adoption.
Since joining New York University in 2009 and becoming Adjunct Assistant Professor in 2020, Professor Ngonzi has pioneered the integration of generative AI into curricula, earning the NYU SPS Teaching Excellence Award in 2021. Her course, AI for Impact: Boost Your Marketability and Organizational Growth, incorporates her proprietary 1+1+AI=10™ Methodology and SHINE™ Storytelling Framework, alongside her custom AI for Impact Project Coach. These frameworks have empowered students across nonprofit, corporate, government, and international development sectors to create AI-augmented communications, strategic plans, and campaigns that are values-aligned and impactful.
As Founder and CEO of The International Social Impact Institute® (The ISII), Professor Ngonzi has, since 2023:
- Trained more than 9,500 professionals across six continents on AI-enhanced storytelling, strategy, and partnership development.
- Engaged over 40,000 individuals globally through 130+ webinars, courses, and speaking engagements.
- Advised technology companies on optimizing offerings for education and social impact.
- Built 150+ cross-sector partnerships to amplify collective impact.
Her collaborations with organizations such as Candid, Compliance Week, GivingTuesday, the Mensa Foundation, and S&P Global highlight her role as a trusted thought leader in ethical AI, education, and digital transformation.
Educated at the United Nations International School, Syracuse University’s School of Information Studies (BS), and Cornell University (MMH), Professor Ngonzi continues to contribute to her alma mater through the Cornell Tech Product Studio, Cornell University Council, and the President’s Council of Cornell Women.
Through her teaching, speaking, and advisory work, she prepares the next generation of leaders to harness AI and emerging technologies for global good - while emphasizing the importance of preserving human connection and ethical integrity.
