Jazz Pabla, Chief Innovation Officer at WSP, joins BST Global Chief Marketing Officer Eileen M. Canady to explore how AI is transforming the future of engineering and the communities it serves. From applying AI to weather data to building safer, smarter infrastructure, Jazz shares how innovation can deliver real-world impact. 

Drawing on his journey from municipal IT leadership to a global engineering firm, Jazz reflects on how working closely with citizens shaped his belief that technology should ultimately enhance everyday human experiences. That people-first mindset continues to guide his approach to innovation today. 

He also outlines a vision for a future-ready engineering firm that balances rapid AI adoption with quality, trust and human judgment and spotlights the opportunity to unlock meaningful value by embedding engineering expertise directly into AI-driven solutions. 

Throughout the conversation, Jazz shares his optimism about the next generation, recognizing how their blend of technical skills and empathy can help shape how AI benefits society.