Artificial Intelligence isn’t just here - it’s evolving fast. And so must you. In this dynamic and mind-expanding session, Best-selling Author of 100 Ways To Future-Proof Your Brain, Neuroscientist and futurist Sarah Baldeo takes you on a journey into the brain-AI connection, what’s next for bookkeeping tech, and how to future-proof your role in the age of GenAI, Quantum AI, and Agentic AI (no, they’re not all the same!).

We’ll go beyond the buzzwords to explore what these technologies actually mean - and how they’re already reshaping accounting and bookkeeping through technology that’s moving faster than it ever has. You’ll learn how to harness AI (without dulling your critical thinking skills), understand the difference between chatbots and truly autonomous tools, and discover where the industry is heading in 2026 and beyond.

This session blends neuroscience, technology, and real-world AI use cases for bookkeepers in a clear, candid, and occasionally hilarious way - showing you what to embrace, what to watch for, and how to stay relevant (and human) in an AI-powered world.

Learning Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

• Explain how the wrong kind of AI usage affects cognitive function and decision-making – and understand the RIGHT approach to AI use 
• Distinguish between GenAI, Agentic AI, and Quantum AI - and why it matters for your profession
• Identify current and emerging AI use cases in bookkeeping and accounting
• Understand how tools like Sage’s AI portfolio are transforming workflows - and what to expect next
• Develop a mindset for navigating AI disruption with confidence, curiosity, and ethics