An Introduction to Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence is reshaping industries, powering everything from smarter products to personalized customer experiences.

In this event, you’ll learn what AI is (and isn’t), explore the technologies behind it, and see real-world examples of how organizations are using AI to innovate. This session will give you a clear understanding of how AI is transforming the modern digital landscape.

Speaker: Jerry Fong, Data Leader at Stripe

Jerry is a full-stack data scientist at Stripe, where he leads the development of machine learning solutions to detect suspicious transactions across more than 100 countries. With over nine years of experience, Jerry blends technical expertise with a practical, user-focused approach to problem solving. His work integrates emerging technologies like large language models and AI agents to build scalable, real-world systems that make a measurable impact. Before joining Stripe, Jerry served as Head of Wealth Data Science at BMO, where he led cross-functional teams of data scientists and engineers across Private Wealth, Insurance, Private Banking, and the Trading Platform. His efforts focused on using data to enhance customer engagement, developing predictive models and segmentation strategies that helped advisors better connect with their clients and drive business growth.

Event Overview

Step inside the world of Artificial Intelligence for an introduction on how AI tools are driving innovation in the workforce.

01 AI Foundations: Get familiar with the technologies and workflows that power AI solutions.

02 Real-World Applications: Explore how AI is being applied to business needs.

03 Using AI in Your Career: Learn how BrainStation’s AI Certificate Course can help you confidently apply AI in your work and prepare for the next era of digital transformation.

Details of the Day

Who Should Attend

• Professionals looking to incorporate AI tools into their career.
• Anyone curious about how AI is impacting the digital world.
• No prior experience required. This is your first step into understanding AI Agents and their applications.

What to Expect

• 6:00pm Welcome & Introductions
• 6:05pm Intro to Artificial Intelligence
• 6:30pm Case Study
• 6:50pm Q&A Session