Artificial Intelligence Quotient (AIQ)
Using AI to amplify thinking without surrendering cognitive sovereignty.
About
Meet Dr Elena Carruba
AI leadership adviser, author and educator. She helps leaders and organisations think better, lead better and adapt intelligently in the age of artificial intelligence.
- PhD
- Senior Fellow, Higher Education Academy
- Curator, TEDx Colchester
- Author of nine books
- 26years in higher education
- 9published books
- 16international conferences
- 3degrees: a PhD and two Master's
What she believes
How do we become more intelligent—individually, organisationally and collectively—in an age of increasingly intelligent machines?
Sustainable Intelligence
AIQ + EEQ + SSQ
Emotional Ethical Intelligence (EEQ)
Combining empathy, ethical judgment and human dignity with leadership and decision-making.
Social Sustainable Intelligence (SSQ)
Understanding people, systems, institutions and long-term consequences.
Together, these form Sustainable Intelligence: the capacity to think, decide and lead intelligently in a rapidly changing world.
Her story
From research to the boardroom
Dr Elena Carruba brings together education, leadership, human behaviour, Artificial Intelligence and sustainable transformation to help people and organisations navigate profound change.
Her work sits at the intersection of human intelligence and emerging technology: how we think, how we lead, how we adapt, and how we ensure that technological progress strengthens rather than diminishes human capability.
Through Change Academy, she transforms research and complex ideas into practical frameworks, executive development, courses, mentoring and organisational interventions.
Dr. Elena Carruba is a seasoned higher education professional with over 26 years of experience. Holding a PhD and two Master's, her expertise spans identity, postcolonialism, technology in learning, and cultural analysis. A multilingual speaker, she has presented at 16 international conferences and organised TEDx events. Known for decisive yet collaborative leadership, Elena drives impactful research and empowers global growth.
Change Academy
The academy behind the work
Mission
Change Academy with Dr. Elena Carruba champions a transformative approach to learning, integrating sustainability, inclusivity, and interdisciplinary collaboration. We bridge research and real-world application to foster meaningful change in education and professional settings, empowering individuals and organisations globally.
The Method
Change Academy employs creative strategies for dynamic leadership and professional growth. Dr. Carruba leverages her extensive experience and multilingual skills to deliver tailored training, workshops, and mentorship. Our research-informed methods cultivate critical thinking and collaboration to achieve sustainable, impactful results for our clients.
CEO
Dr Elena Carruba
An educator, author, and international speaker, Elena brings over 26 years of experience in higher education. She leads Change Academy with a focus on sustainability, inclusion, and real-world transformation through learning and leadership.
Logistics
Damon Snell
Damon manages operations and partnerships, ensuring Change Academy’s projects run smoothly. His background in project delivery and community engagement strengthens our impact locally and beyond.
Marketing
Adam Reynolds
With 15+ years in marketing and creative strategy, Adam drives Change Academy’s digital presence - crafting content, campaigns, and storytelling that connect and inspire across platforms.
What clients say
Elena did not simply help us introduce technology. She helped me become a better leader and helped us reconsider how our business could evolve without losing its human identity.
Patty ErreraBusiness Owner, Palermo, ItalyShe understands that successful international cooperation is not simply about delivering projects, but about building relationships, aligning interests and creating enduring value for communities.
Eng. Vito De SimoneMunicipal Engineering & European Project Cooperation, Comune di Mazara del Vallo, Sicily
