AI for Everyone: Connecting Business, Technology & Humanity

Overview: AI for Everyone - Connecting Business, Technology & Humanity. Join us in Philadelphia for a groundbreaking half-day of conversations & lightning talks designed for leaders, innovators and interested minds across the region. We've secured experts from diverse industries to cut through the fluff and dive deep into relevant generative-AI related topics.

The afternoon is hosted by Keith McMenamin & Christie Mealo. Agenda includes many notables in the region. Opening keynote will be announced soon, featuring a leader from one of Philly's largest companies.

The main event showcases Isabelle Kent & Gloria Bell (Philly Startup Leaders) in a fireside chat to discuss "The Future of Philly as a Tech Hub"

Manail Anis Ahmed (Center for AI & Digital Policy) will deliver a featured mid-day keynote diving into "AI Literacy & Responsible Use: Let's Make it a Philly Thing"

Hugo Lai (Temple Health), Mariano Mattai (Azzur Group) & others in a panel discussing how companies can properly begin implementing gen-AI and offer methods to effectively evaluate the organizational investment once started.

Brad Flaugher (Medusa Intelligence) will perform a Gen-AI Magic Show. This should be interesting...

10 - 15 minute Lightning Talks feature:

Mark Wheeler (Centers for Excellence, former City of Philadelphia CIO) offers his expertise on "Government Guidance - AI Policies and Procurement"

Dave Birdwell (Soni Resources) tackles questions surrounding "The Candidate Vs. The Client - AI's future in Human Capital"

Chris Glanden (Barcode Security Podcast) exposes the "War Machine: Protecting Organizations Against Weaponized AI"

Julia Soffa (Women Defining AI) shares an important message around "Leveraging AI to reduce Burnout: Strategies for Digital Wellbeing"

Michael Pompey (Girl Scout of Eastern PA) - Topic TBD

Exact speaking times and additional content to be announced soon.

This event is free to anyone with a sincere interest in learning how AI and people can work together. Please only register if you intend to come. Donations to cover event costs are accepted by Venmo @phillytechcouncil or by contacting organizer directly. Sponsorship opportunities are available.

Much more to be confirmed soon . The day also includes:

• Networking & Vendor Meet Time
• Free Data Center Tours
• Happy Hour!

Date & Venue:
The half-day event will take place on June 5, 2024 at the Netrality Data Center, strategically located at 401 N. Broad Street. This site is renowned for its significant role in the region’s tech ecosystem. This venue provides the technological infrastructure necessary for a high-caliber event and aims to symbolize the innovative spirit of Philadelphia as an emerging technology hub. Gathering runs from 12 - 5 PM. Tours are available throughout the day.

Target Audience:
Whether you're in legal, marketing, finance, healthcare, IT, cyber security, a startup, an MSP or other - this is a great opportunity to shape the future of your business or operations with cutting-edge insights and invaluable connections.

The Philly Tech Council goal is to create a memorable day where everyone involved gains valuable takeaways and make new connections within a rapidly growing AI community.

Special thanks to our sponsor Aruba, A Hewlett Packard Company to help make this all possible.