IDEATION 2024
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June 24th & 25th, 2024
University of California – Berkeley
Berkeley, CA
Hear firsthand from industry professionals from the top leading companies in AI on topics such as, what’s trending, how to keep your business safe in a rapidly transforming technological landscape, how to leverage AI in your business, and much more.
There will be dynamic sessions with industry experts and immersive workshops blending experiential learning and insightful discussions, evening networking reception, Top Corporate recognition, and useful takeaways.
IDEATION 2024 is the perfect place to discover what is on the horizon, locate resources, develop plans, and position your organization to manage emerging business trends. Join us and unlock the keys to innovation and success in the digital age!
Schedule & Speakers
IDEATION 2024 Emcees
Andrea Heuston and Roger Cheng
| Event Name | Event Speaker | Event Description |
|---|---|---|
| June 24th: Premier VIP Reception | X | WBEs and Corporate Partners of WBEC Pacific registered for IDEATION 2024 only. |
| June 25th: Registration, Networking, & Continental Breakfast | X | X |
| Opening Remarks | Paul Williams and Janice R. Greene, PhD | X |
| AI Techniques to Drive Business Growth in an Ethical Way – IDEATION 2024 Keynote and Q&A | Nancy Douyon | Presented by the worldwide leading human factor engineer and one of Inc. Magazine’s Top 10 Women to Watch in Tech. |
| Morning Discussions with Industry Experts: The Supplier Diversity XPRIZE Challenge | Joan Kerr | There is an urgent need to incorporate diverse businesses into the global supply chain. The Supplier Diversity XPRIZE Challenge will design and implement practical, scalable, sustainable, and economically-sound processes that create a level of diverse supplier participation in supply chains, mirroring the diversity of our communities. |
| Morning Discussions with Industry Experts: Bringing Delight to Your RFx Work with Generative AI | David Mansi & Prateek Sahay | Generative AI has the potential to transform every business. During this talk we’ll delve into how it can support your work across RFPs & RFIs. |
| Morning Discussions with Industry Experts: The AI Advantage: Elevating Supply Chain Performance and Customer Experience | Hannah Kain | Explore how ALOM harnesses AI to revolutionize supply chain operations, drive productivity, and elevate service offerings. Gain insights into AI initiatives already deployed, highlighting successes, challenges, and lessons learned. Discover ALOM’s vision for future AI integration to unlock new capabilities and efficiencies across the business landscape. |
| Networking & Lunch | X | X |
| AI Unleashed – ChatGPT Agent Workshop | Kelly Sparks and Bob Bonniol | Learn how AI can automate tasks and spark creativity in this interactive workshop. With beginner-friendly intros and advanced applications, you’ll gain actionable insights to integrate AI and elevate your business! |
| Afternoon Bites | X | X |
| Afternoon Discussions with Industry Experts: Activate Your Business with LinkedIn | Madelyn Mackie | Learn how to create an optimized LinkedIn personal profile, company page and services page, build your network, and navigate the digital media minefield to find your next client, new business, amazing resources, media opportunities, and revenue! |
| Afternoon Discussions with Industry Experts: OGGI: Revolutionizing Hybrid Work and Events | Imelda Alejandrino | As hybrid work models reshape global daily life, Oggi offers a groundbreaking solution to the challenges of maintaining human connection in both virtual and physical environments. This talk will introduce you to Oggi, an innovative digital reality web application that uses live-video avatars within a 3D environment to foster natural, spontaneous interactions. |
| Afternoon Discussions with Industry Experts: The Role of Internal Communications in Mitigating AI Risks | Barbara Wichmann | Many companies are exploring how generative AI can enhance their business, but few have policies to safeguard their IP and competitive positioning. This workshop will highlight the importance of internal policies, communication strategies, and employee education in managing risks. |
| Roundtables – Matchmaking | X | X |
| Top Corporation Awards 2024 | X | X |
| Closing Remarks | Janice R. Greene, PhD | X |