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Why AI Won't Replace Leaders But Will Redefine Them | Benjamin Schleis & David Bloxham

01 June 2026 50:46 GCS

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About this episode

As artificial intelligence continues to reshape industries, leadership is entering a new era.


In this episode of the GCS Leaders Series Podcast, David Bloxham, CEO of GCS, sits down with Benjamin Schleis, Defence & Technology Leader, to explore how AI is changing the way organisations operate and why human leadership skills will become even more valuable in the years ahead.


Drawing on decades of experience across defence, technology, operations, and organisational leadership, Benjamin shares practical insights on navigating complexity, building resilient teams, making strategic decisions under pressure, and leading effectively through periods of rapid transformation.


Together, they discuss:


🔹 Why AI won't replace leaders but will redefine leadership


🔹 The human skills technology cannot replicate


🔹 Leading through uncertainty and change


🔹 Building high-performing teams and cultures


🔹 Defence leadership lessons for modern organisations


🔹 Innovation, resilience, and long-term thinking


🔹 The future of leadership in an AI-enabled world


Whether you're a business leader, technology professional, hiring manager, or someone interested in the future of work, this conversation offers valuable perspectives on how leadership is evolving alongside technology.


About the Speakers


Benjamin Schleis

Defence & Technology Leader with extensive experience across military operations, strategic planning, organisational leadership, and technology innovation.


David Bloxham

CEO of GCS and host of the GCS Leaders Series Podcast, exploring the trends shaping leadership, technology, talent, and business transformation.


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