The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is set to host a forthcoming conference showcasing the most recent advancements and practical implementations of artificial intelligence (AI) in diverse sectors like healthcare, business, and industry.
Named “AI Innovations at Work,” this single-day event is slated for Friday, Feb. 23, at the Dreyfus University Center, aiming to offer professionals, academics, and students a comprehensive understanding of the transformative domain of AI. Esteemed keynote speakers and industry experts, such as disruptive technology researcher and author Ron Galloway, Nick Myers (CEO and co-founder of RedFox AI, specializing in digital healthcare and AI), and Amy Pechacek (Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development), will impart their valuable insights on the evolving landscape of AI.
The agenda of the conference includes a variety of breakout sessions exploring ethical considerations and the tangible effects of AI on business operations and healthcare services. Attendees can anticipate networking opportunities, idea exchange, and potential collaborations, as highlighted by Jennifer Hess, the associate director for Continuing Education and Outreach.
Hess underscores that incorporating AI in the professional realm is not just an alternative but a necessity for future prosperity. Drawing a comparison to the revolutionary impact of the internet, she stresses the importance of integrating AI to foster innovation and operational efficiency in the workplace.
Interested individuals can register for the conference, open to the public at a cost of $199, with a discounted rate offered to UW-Stevens Point students. The registration package includes entry to all sessions, a complimentary parking pass, and lunch. For more information on the conference agenda, sessions, and registration details, visit the official website at www3.uwsp.edu/conted/Pages/AI-Innovations-at-Work.aspx.
