AI Trends & Insights: Expert Panel Discussion

Wednesday, December 18 at 12:00 PM CT

Hear from AI experts as they share diverse perspectives on AI’s transformative impact on business and IT. Key insights from our latest AI survey will be shared, and we'll discuss critical challenges organizations face and strategies for moving things forward. 

We'll Explore: 

• Organizational readiness, or lack thereof, regarding AI adoption and implementation. 
• Suggestions on how to overcome strategic and organizational challenges.
• Items missed or skipped when deploying AI that can put organizations at risk. 
• Effective strategies for ensuring clean, accurate, and relevant data. 

Meet the Panelists

Dr. Matthew McCarville

As a State CIO and a National AI Business & Industry Leadership Team member, Dr. McCarville brings deep expertise in tech leadership, data strategy, and driving transformative AI solutions. His collaborations with Intel, AWS, and Microsoft make him a pivotal voice in shaping the future of AI talent and technologies.

Jake Williams

As VP of R&D at Hunter Strategy, IANS faculty member, and sought-after cybersecurity consultant, Jake brings decades of expertise in incident response, AI-driven security, and vulnerability management. A dynamic speaker and mentor, he’s shaping the future of AI and cyber defense.

Kaveri Bhaskara

With 20+ years of experience, Kaveri has driven advancements in analytics, data engineering, and AI governance. Her expertise in transforming complex data into actionable insights and delivering impactful AI solutions offers a fresh, business-focused perspective on leveraging AI for success.

Ahraz Husain

Ahraz is transforming food and agriculture through cutting-edge AI solutions that reduce financial risks and expand access to capital for farmers. With deep expertise in geospatial machine learning, data engineering, and risk mitigation, he’s driving sustainable change across industries.