Alexandra CallowayNation
Alexandra Calloway-Nation is an AI Strategist and Innovation Consultant, specializing in human-centered AI enablement, program design, data governance, and strategic foresight. As the Founder of CN Consulting, LLC, she helps governments, universities, and mission-driven organizations bridge the gap between strategic vision and practical AI implementation. Her work translates complex technologies into actionable strategies that make organizations more agile, adaptive, and future-ready.
Over the past six years, Alexandra has led multi-stakeholder partnerships, data-informed economic strategies, and innovation frameworks across public and private sectors. Her projects have included designing AI governance models, implementing AI-assisted economic development plans, and supporting sustainable business ventures, such as the Wind River ecotourism initiative and the Blackfeet Bottled Water Venture. Through these efforts, she combines economic systems thinking, technical expertise, and cross-cultural leadership to deliver measurable impact.
Alexandra holds a Master’s degree in International Trade and Economic Diplomacy from the Middlebury Institute of International Studies and is completing her MBA at Augment.org with a focus on AI strategy, systems design, and innovation management. She is passionate about helping organizations leverage AI not just as a buzzword, but as a tool for strategic decision-making, operational efficiency, and long-term growth.
• Middlebury Institute of International Studies at Monterey
• Portland State University
• Organization of Women in International Trade (OWIT)
• MIIS International Trade Association
• Associated Students of Portland State University
• YPFP (Young Professionals in Foreign Policy
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is to always go after what truly interests me. Following my curiosity and passions has guided my career decisions and opened doors I never imagined.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me in my work and personal life are curiosity, creativity, and exploration. I love writing and contributing to my local newspaper, and I’m passionate about experiencing new cultures—I’ve been fortunate to travel to 20 different countries. These experiences inspire my work and enrich my perspective on the world.