In the digital-first world, the value of artificial intelligence (AI) is more evident than ever, and many CEOs and business leaders are witnessing the positive impact it's having on their organizations. So it's no surprise that enterprises plan to double their number of AI projects within the next year. But despite the clear advantages of AI, businesses are still struggling to find the right talent to successfully implement and fully utilize these technologies. What's more, the disparity between AI optimism across the C-suite, and trust at the employee level, adds yet another barrier. A recent study we conducted at EY of U.S. CEOs and business leaders shows that, while a majority (84%) of CEOs realize the value of AI and its importance to their company's success, nearly one in three (31%) view a lack of skilled talent as a top barrier to AI adoption.