Alicia Jett-Busse is an HR leader, educator, and AI adoption strategist with more than 20 years of experience helping organizations build strong cultures, develop talent, and navigate change. She previously served as President of the Compensation and Benefits Network of Greater St. Louis and as Program Chair for the Atlanta Area Compensation Association, and has taught certification courses for WorldatWork, supporting HR professionals in strengthening their expertise in compensation and total rewards.
Today, Alicia focuses on helping professionals and organizations move from AI curiosity to confident capability. Through workshops, speaking engagements, and practical training, she translates emerging AI technologies into tangible, everyday applications that HR leaders and teams can use in their work.
Alicia is also CEO and CHRO of Clout Coffee Company, where she explores real-world AI applications across small business operations and entrepreneurship. This hands-on perspective allows her to bring practical insights to conversations about how AI is shaping the future of work.
She is particularly interested in helping leaders approach AI thoughtfully, balancing both innovation with responsible adoption and a continued focus on people, culture, and meaningful work.
Professional Designations/ Accreditations:
- Certified Compensation Professional (CCP®)
- Global Remuneration Professional (GRP®)
- Certified Executive Compensation Professional (CECP®)
- Certified Benefits Professional (CBP®)
Education
- MBA from the University of Missouri–Columbia
- BS in Business Administration from Truman State University
Alicia Jett-Busse is an HR leader, educator, and AI adoption strategist with more than 20 years of experience helping organizations build strong cultures, develop talent, and navigate change. She previously served as President of the Compensation and Benefits Network of Greater St. Louis and as Program Chair for the Atlanta Area Compensation Association, and has taught certification courses for WorldatWork, supporting HR professionals in strengthening their expertise in compensation and total rewards.
Today, Alicia focuses on helping professionals and organizations move from AI curiosity to confident capability. Through workshops, speaking engagements, and practical training, she translates emerging AI technologies into tangible, everyday applications that HR leaders and teams can use in their work.
Alicia is also CEO and CHRO of Clout Coffee Company, where she explores real-world AI applications across small business operations and entrepreneurship. This hands-on perspective allows her to bring practical insights to conversations about how AI is shaping the future of work.
She is particularly interested in helping leaders approach AI thoughtfully, balancing both innovation with responsible adoption and a continued focus on people, culture, and meaningful work.
