Heather Renze is a technology executive, AI practitioner, and instructor specializing in the practical application of artificial intelligence for business and marketing teams. She has over two decades of experience at the intersection of technology, data, and commercial outcomes, advising organizations on adopting emerging technologies responsibly and effectively.

Heather currently serves as CTO of an AI and social-impact consulting firm, where she helps organizations design AI-enabled workflows that improve research, marketing, and decision-making while maintaining governance, accuracy, and professional standards. Her work focuses on applied AI, not theory, with an emphasis on real-world use cases, compliance, and human-in-the-loop systems.

She has worked with large enterprises, startups, and government organizations, translating complex technical concepts into clear, actionable strategies for non-technical audiences. As an instructor, Heather is known for her structured, easy-to-follow teaching style and for grounding AI concepts in practical examples that professionals can apply immediately.

At NAI, Heather will focus on how AI can be used safely and credibly in commercial real estate digital marketing, market research, content creation, and SEO—enhancing speed and insight without compromising judgment or client trust.