Inara Scott Strategic Consultant AI Innovator
Leading in a time of change is hard. Let's work together.
Leading in a time of change is hard. Let's work together.
Inara Scott is a nationally recognized expert in AI strategy, strategic innovation, pedagogy, and ethical leadership at the intersection of higher education and artificial intelligence. With a career spanning corporate law, regulatory affairs, and academia, Inara brings a unique blend of practical experience and scholarly depth, helping organizations navigate complex transitions with care and a commitment to student success.
Currently serving as Senior Advisor for Strategy and Innovation at Oregon State University's College of Business, Inara leads mission-driven initiatives that include strategic planning, AI integration, and organizational transformation.
Inara’s AI consulting work is grounded in:
- Legal and ethical rigor (rooted in her J.D. and legal career in regulated industries),
- Pedagogical insight (from over a decade as a professor and academic leader), and
- Strategic clarity (developed through extensive leadership in mission, vision, and systems redesign at the university level).
She is a sought-after speaker, facilitator, and thought partner for organizations seeking to:
- Integrate AI into teaching, learning, or strategic operations;
- Navigate the challenges of governance, policy, and responsible AI adoption;
- Develop equitable, inclusive, and future-ready organizational cultures.
Whether working with educators, business leaders, or public institutions, Inara Scott brings a collaborative spirit, commitment to caring leadership, and a values-first approach to solving the hardest problems of our time.
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