Pittsburgh TechFest 2026

Tia Christopher is the Founder and CEO of The Orange Peel Collaborative, a people-centered AI strategy and workplace transformation firm helping organizations adopt emerging technologies with confidence, clarity, and trust. As a U.S. Navy veteran, her career has spanned military service, nonprofit leadership, and technology, united by a common purpose: helping people navigate change.Recognized by the Obama White House as a Woman Veteran Champion of Change, Tia has worked with organizations across the public and private sectors to bridge the gap between emerging technology and the people expected to use it. Most recently, she supported the City of Pittsburgh's generative AI rollout, helping shape a human-centered approach to AI adoption and workplace transformation.A speaker, author, and thought leader, Tia brings a practical, approachable perspective on leadership, resilience, and the future of work, encouraging audiences to rethink what's possible after adversity, and reminding survivors that their stories are still being written.