Name: TAG Data Science & AI Society Summit: Unleashing the Power of AI for Innovation
Start: 2024-10-16T09:00:00-04:00
End: 2024-10-16T17:00:00-04:00
Location: Georgia Power Corporate HQ

Technology Association of Georgia proudly presents the TAG Data Science and AI Summit 2024.

Join us for an inspiring event where data, analytics, and AI leaders will share their transformational journeys, demonstrating how to leverage AI to solve complex challenges, advance innovation, and gain a competitive edge. Embrace valuable insights into shifting organizational mindsets and thriving in a human-machine collaborative world.

The summit begins at 9:00 AM and runs until 1:45 PM, followed by the TAG Data Science and AI Learning Series from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, with hands-on workshops that will showcase generative AI use cases from start to finish.

Don’t miss out on this unforgettable event!

Do you plan to compete in the poster competition? Please email jamarius@tagonline.org for more information!

9:15 – 10:00 AM: Keynote Address – Unleashing the Power of AI for Innovation

Paula Tkac
Executive Vice President and Director of Research, Federal Reserve Bank

10:00 – 10:40 AM: Panel Discussion – AI’s Evolution: Pioneering Strategies from Data Leaders

Showcasing the transformative journey of AI adoption within established companies, highlighting their evolution from early exploration to strategic implementation and future aspirations.

	Beverly Wright VP – Data Science & AI / CAIO, Wavicle Data Solutions Moderator
	Kim Li Decision Analytics Manager, The Home Depot
	Ankit Agrawal Senior Vice President, Engineering
	Marcos Acosta GM Digital Transformation, Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
	Dr. Junda Zhu Senior Data Science Manager, Honeywell

10:40 – 11:10 AM: Panel Discussion – Development and Dissemination of Knowledge in AI

Examining how to create from knowledge, harness unorthodox ideas, and break barriers to advancing the field and ultimately leverage data and AI as core drivers for growth, agility, and disruptive innovation.

	Wes Chaar Author, Book: “Data Independence” Moderator
	Bill Franks Director, Center for Data Science & Analytics, Kennesaw State University
	Trey Grainger Searchkernel, Founder

11:20 – 12:10 PM: Lunch Break – Data Science & AI Salary Discussion

Shannon Harlow
Consumer Analytics Evolution Lead, Cox Automotive Inc.

12:10 – 12:40 PM: Panel Discussion – Assembling the Dream Team: Unleashing Innovation and Fostering Engagement through Data and AI

Unveiling the human elements, strategies, and core values that empower teams to unlock the full potential of AI and data science, fostering genuine engagement and driving innovation.

	Beverly Wright VP – Data Science & AI / CAIO, Wavicle Data Solutions Moderator
	Peter Vennel Enterprise Data Strategy and Execution Executive, Equifax
	Dr. Stacey Rivers Career & Skills Strategist, Warner Bros. Discovery
	Nelson Davis Founder and Chief Vizioneer, Analytic Vizion

12:50 – 1:20 PM: Fireside Chat – The Future of Leadership with AI

Becky Blalock
Public Company Board Member, IT Thought Leader and Former CIO, Consultant, Author, Speaker

1:20 – 1:50 PM: Speaker – Productionalizing Enterprise-Wide Governed and Responsible AI

Lakshman Kaveti
Managing Director – Digital Engineering, ProArch

1:50 – 1:55 PM: Closing Remarks & TAG Data Science & AI Industry Innovator Awards

	Beverly Wright VP – Data Science & AI / CAIO, Wavicle Data Solutions Presenter
	Brian Benn Chief Information Officer, Clark Atlanta University Presenter

2:00 – 2:05 PM: Opening Remarks

Welcome and introduction by Beverly Wright, Explanation of training sessions and poster competitions and judging.

2:05 – 2:50 PM: GenAI to Solve HEALTHCARE Challenges

Presented by EY on behalf of Emory Healthcare

	Kat Zimmerman AI Senior Manager, EY
	Melissa Sousa Corporate Director of Data & AI Strategy, Emory Healthcare
	Carla Haack Chief Financial Informatics Officer, Emory Healthcare