Austin AI Alliance

February 11th marks the beginning of a new tradition for Austin—an annual moment to come together, take stock of our progress in AI, and push forward as a community. The companies and relationships you build here will shape Austin’s future in AI. Register Now: https://lnkd.in/gtif58Jp LOCATION: Austin Central Library AGENDA: 2:30 - Doors Open 3:00 - Opening Remarks: The Austin AI Alliance and Achieving AI Leadership & Impact with Jay Boisseau, CEO, Co-founder, Vizias 3:15 Panel: How Austin Can Contribute and Lead in AI R&D, Innovation, and Impact with Michael Wharton, VP of Engineering, KUNGFU.AI; Lou Senko, Chief Availability Officer, Q2; Michael Shepherd, Sr. Distinguished Engineer, Services CTO Lead, Dell Technologies; and Adam Klivans, Professor of Computer Science at UT, Director NSF AI Institute for Foundations of Machine Learning Moderated by Sherri Greenberg, Professor of Practice, UT Austin LBJ School 4:00 Panel: How Austin Can Help Ensure AI Benefits Everyone with Vanessa Fuentes, Mayor Pro Tem, City of Austin; Megan Murray, Founder, Leoluna Finance; and Tahir Ekin, Fields Chair in Business Analytics, Texas State, Founding Director, Center for Analytics and Data Science Moderated by Sean Bauld, Executive Director, Austin AI Alliance 5:00 Demo Tables and Networking 5:30 Closing Remarks: Call to Participate, Influence, and Lead with Mike Hollinger, Director of Product Management, NVIDIA AI Enterprise

The Austin AI Alliance looks forward to bringing together the decision-makers and innovators driving AI forward to share their hands-on experience. The agenda and the registration link are located at https://lnkd.in/gtif58Jp

The Austin AI Alliance is stepping forward to ensure Austin shines in the world of artificial intelligence. The Event Includes: ✔️ Panel discussions with city and state leaders on Austin’s unique potential to serve as a global hub for responsible AI innovation ✔️ Demos from experts at locally based companies and universities like IBM, AMD, UT Austin, and Texas State University ✔️ Opportunities to connect with the Austin AI Alliance leadership team and Board of Directors. When: Tuesday, February 11, 2025 From: 2:30 PM until 5:30 PM Where: The Austin Public Library - 710 W Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78701 Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gxrm89vj

The Austin AI Alliance board of directors appreciates the Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce and Tech Ranch . Texas hospitality at its best!

The Registration Link is now live. If you are in the Austin area, please join us for this informative event. https://lnkd.in/gxrm89vj

🎨✨ Art, AI, and Imagination Join us on January 30, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Austin Public Library Central for an evening of creativity and innovation! The Austin AI Alliance, in partnership with the Austin Public Library, invites you to explore how artists and technologists are pushing the boundaries of creativity through the power of AI. 📅 Save the date and secure your spot today! 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gzs5p5dM Let’s reimagine the intersection of art and technology—together.

The Austin AI Alliance is exploring how AI intersects with Austin’s artistic, creative culture and talents! This AI & art event will make you think about the potential positive overlaps of AI and art!

🎨✨ Art, AI, and Imagination Join us on January 30, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Austin Public Library Central for an evening of creativity and innovation! The Austin AI Alliance, in partnership with the Austin Public Library, invites you to explore how artists and technologists are pushing the boundaries of creativity through the power of AI. 📅 Save the date and secure your spot today! 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gzs5p5dM Let’s reimagine the intersection of art and technology—together.

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🌟 Austin AI Alliance Board Member Spotlight 🌟 We’re excited to spotlight another AAIA board member, Zen Van Loan, MS, CTCD, CTCM 📚 Background: Zen serves as the AI Implementation Liaison for the Workforce Development Division at the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC), where she drives strategic AI initiatives. She manages a portfolio of grant projects and policy initiatives within the division.
Zen is also an Adjunct Professor at Texas State University, where she designs and delivers online courses in Management, Leadership, and AI for the Organization, Workforce, and Leadership Studies (OWLS) department. Her focus is on workforce development and leveraging technology to enhance educational outcomes. She also serves on the Advisory Boards for ACCEYSS (Association of Collaborative Communities Equipping Youth for STEEAAM Success) and the Texas State University Center for Analytics and Data Science (TXST CADS). Zen spearheads innovative course offerings and speaks publicly about AI's impact on business and education.
Previously serving as Vice President of Social Impact, Zen is now the Vice President of Training and Education on the Board of Directors of the Austin AI Alliance.
With over 10 years of experience optimizing processes in both the public and private sectors, Zen brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to these roles. 🌟 Stay tuned as we continue spotlighting the incredible individuals leading us into an innovative 2025! #AILeadership #AustinAIAlliance #Innovation #AI