AI for Industry and Society: Transforming Savannah's Future

This is a hybrid event. As we get closer to the date, you will receive information a survey where you will select if you will attend in-person ore remotely.

The link for remote participation will be given to attendees closer to the event. Breakfast is provided

Join us for an engaging community forum exploring the transformative power of artificial intelligence in Savannah’s public, private, and educational landscape. Hosted in collaboration with Georgia Tech’s Tech AI hub, this session will spotlight how AI is reshaping industry, education, and government services—right here in Georgia.

Led by Dr. Kevin Dalmeijer Managing Director of the AI Institute for Advances in Optimization (AI4OPT) and Senior Research Associate at the H. Milton Stewart School of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISyE) at Georgia Tech ,the forum will highlight real-world applications of AI that are driving efficiency, resilience, and innovation across industries and the public sector. Dr. Dalmeijer ‘s pioneering education and application work in AI and optimization including the Mobility Initiative with Chatham Area Transit, summer K-12 programs, and ground-breaking industrial applications in manufacturing and logistics—offers a compelling vision for how AI can address local challenges and unlock new opportunities.

Attendees will gain insights into:

• How AI is being deployed in Georgia’s manufacturing and logistics sectors
• Workforce development and education programs and pathways for AI careers
• Opportunities for local businesses to collaborate with research institutions
• How AI is enhancing public sector services

Whether you're a business leader, educator, policymaker, or community member, this forum is your gateway to understanding how AI can shape Savannah’s future—and how you can be part of it.

There will be time for open discussion and brainstorming during this Learners and Leaders.

Featured Speaker:

Kevin Dalmeijer Managing Director of the AI Institute for Advances in Optimization (AI4OPT) and Senior Research Associate at the H. Milton Stewart School of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISyE) at Georgia Tech