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Friday, February 23, 2024 | One-Day Conference | 9:00 a.m. - 5:00​ p.m. ​

UW-Stevens Point in the Drey​fus University Center, 1015 Reserve St, Stevens Point, WI 54481​

Description


At this conference we will dive into the world of AI in healthcare, business, and industry. Engage with thought leaders, get a glimpse of AI's transformative potential, and uncover cutting-edge solutions. Connect with like-minded peers and be part of the AI revolution. This event is your gateway to staying ahead in the dynamic landscape of artificial intelligence. Don't miss your chance to explore, learn, and network in the realm of AI innovation. 

Meet Our Keynote Presenter​​​s


Ron Galloway
Ron Galloway

Ron Galloway​ is a researcher and author from Augusta, Georgia who concentrates on disruptive trends and technologies, with a particular focus on the impact of artificial intelligence across industries and society.

Ron's work has been featured in the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, and New Yorker magazine. He has appeared on CNN, CNBC, the BBC, and Jon Stewart's Daily Show.

Over the last 17 years, he has spoken at hundreds of conferences, board retreats, and corporate events. He is the author of 4 books, and the director of 3 films.

He is a graduate of Georgia Tech, and began coding AI in Turbo Prolog (in DOS) in 1988. You read that right, 35 years ago. Time flies.​

 

Nick Myers, CEO & Co-Founder, RedFox AI​

Nick Myers is the Co-Founder & CEO of RedFox AI, an AI-focused digital healthcare company based in Madison, WI. The AI-powered RedFox Navigator platform can verbally facilitate and troubleshoot any home diagnostic or medical device closing the last mile in communication between patients, diagnostics and device manufacturers, and healthcare providers.

Nick is a TEDx and International Keynote Speaker having delivered dozens of talks on the future of Artificial Intelligence, conversational AI, and data privacy across the U.S. and around the world. Nick is an In Business Madison 40 Under 40 award winner and has been featured in publications such as PR Daily, the Journal of Digital and Social Media Marketing, the Wisconsin State Journal, Wisconsin Inno, Wisconsin Health News, In Business Madison, and the PropertyGuru Property Report for his work.

He is an outspoken advocate of the need for stricter consumer data privacy regulations and currently volunteers as a member of the Open Voice Network (OVON) Privacy & Security Workgroup. As part of his work with OVON, Nick co-authored the OVON sponsored Privacy Principles and Capabilities Unique to Voice white paper published last year. In addition, Nick co-authored a whitepaper focused on the impact of conversational AI on remote patient monitoring.​​​

Registration​


Pricing:
​General
UWSP Student
​$199
$30​​​
​Price includes event registration, parking pass, and lunch.​​​​
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Schedule at a Glance

 

​8:15 - 9:00 AM
​Check-in and continental breakfast​
​9:00 AM​
​Welcome by UWSP Chancellor, Thomas Gibson
​9:10 AM
​Secretary Amy Pechacek, Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development
​9:30 AM
​Morning Keynote
​11:15 AM
​Breakout 1
​12:05 PM
​Lunch
​1:00 PM
​Breakout 2
​2:00 PM
​Breakout 3
​3:00 PM
​Breakout 4
4:00 PM
Afternoon Keynote
​5:00 PM
​Conference Concludes

9:00 - 9:10 a.m. | Welcome and Opening Remarks

​Welcome by Chancellor Thomas Gibson, UWSP​

9:10 - 9:25 a.m. | Presentation by Secretary of Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development

​​Artificial Intelligence and Advancing the Workforce of the Future​

​Amay Pechacek

​Amy Pechacek, Secretary, Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development

Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development Secretary Amy Pechacek has focused her career on public service with an emphasis on government administration strategy, as well as crisis and risk management, having led DWD since September 2020 following previous roles as Deputy Secretary for the Wisco​​nsin Department of Corrections and leadership over numerous public programs for Milwaukee County. She chairs the Governor's Task Force on Workforce and Artificial Intelligence, which is bringing together leaders from business, agriculture, education, technology, labor, workforce development, and government to identify policies and investments that will advance Wisconsin workers, employers, and job seekers through the AI transformation. ​

Amy's early efforts at DWD turned the tide on a backlog of unemployment insurance benefit claims that arose during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, and DWD is continuing its comprehensive modernization efforts under her leadership to improve customer service through tools such as machine learning and multi-language translation. Thanks to Gov. Tony Evers' historic investment in workforce development, Amy has integrated strategic new initiatives with longstanding DWD programs to reduce employment barriers and address a worker quantity challenge arising from demographic trends that have been decades in the making. 

Amy received her master's degree in public policy and public administration from Northwestern University and her undergraduate degree from UW-Madison in sociology and criminal justice; she also is a graduate of the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service's Senior Executive Institute at the University of Virginia.​

9:30 - 11:00 a.m. | Opening Keynote

​​​​The Transformative Impact of AI and Machine Learning in Healthcare, Business, and Industry

Ron Galloway



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​Ron Galloway

Ron Galloway​ is a researcher and author from Augusta, Georgia who concentrates on disruptive trends and technologies, with a particular focus on the impact of artificial intelligence across industries and society.

Ron's work has been featured in the New York Times​, the Wall Street Journal, and New Yorker magazine. He has appeared on CNN, CNBC, the BBC, and Jon Stewart's Daily Show.

Over the last 17 years, he has spoken at hundreds of conferences, board retreats, and corporate events. He is the author of 4 books, and the director of 3 films.​​​

He is a graduate of Georgia Tech, and began coding AI in Turbo Prolog (in DOS) in 1988. You read that right, 35 years ago. Time flies.​​​​

11:15 a.m. - 12:05 p.m. | Breakout Session 1

Data to Diagnosis: Ethical Considerations Associated with Integrating AI Technology into Medical Practices

Details coming soon.

​​Ron Galloway
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​Ron Galloway​

Ron Galloway​ is a researcher and author from Augusta, Georgia who concentrates on disruptive trends and technologies, with a particular focus on the impact of artificial intelligence across industries and society.

Ron's work has been featured in the New York Times​, the Wall Street Journal, and New Yorker magazine. He has appeared on CNN, CNBC, the BBC, and Jon Stewart's Daily Show.

Over the last 17 years, he has spoken at hundreds of conferences, board retreats, and corporate events. He is the author of 4 books, and the director of 3 films.​​​

He is a graduate of Georgia Tech, and began coding AI in Turbo Prolog (in DOS) in 1988. You read that right, 35 years ago. Time flies.​​​

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1:00 - 1:50 p.m. | Breakout Session 2

​AI Governance in Healthcare​

We'll discuss the current landscape of AI governance, emphasizing the need for individual organizations to establish governance structures and policies. This is crucial to prevent the inappropriate use of AI in healthcare, particularly in the context of caring for patients.​​

​​Wade Carroll



​​Wade Carroll, Vice President of Information Technology, Aspirus

​With a strong background in managing complex IT departments and projects, Carroll has demonstrated proficiency in implementing advanced technology solutions, including the full suite of Epic systems in several major healthcare organizations. His role as Vice President of Information Technology at Aspirus and previous positions at Stanford Health Care and St. Louis University Hospital, where he led significant IT initiatives and integrations, have equipped him with valuable insights into the integration of AI in health​care settings. ​

2:00 - 2:50 p.m. | Breakout Session 3

​The Art and Science of Hiring AI Talent

Discover the future of talent acquisition with Carex's presentation on, "The Art and the Science of Hiring AI Talent." In an era where Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing industries, understanding how to effectively recruit and nurture AI professionals is crucial. Rachel's presentation looks into the unique blend of intuition and methodologies required in the AI talent acquisition process. She explores the importance of not only technical skills but also creativity, problem-solving abilities, and cultural fit. This insightful presentation is aimed at HR professionals, business leaders, and anyone interested in the evolving landscape of AI in the workplace.​

​Rachel​
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Rachel Neill, CEO, Carex Consulting Group

Rachel Neill is an accomplished entrepreneur and mother of six, renowned for her leadership roles in various ventures. She is the CEO and Founder of Carex Consulting Group, a company providing project staffing and consulting in the healthcare and technology sectors. Additionally, she founded Figgy, a company focused on imaginative play tools for children. Neill's entrepreneurial journey is marked by significant recognition, including being a finalist for EY Entrepreneur of the Year in 2020. Her educational background includes attending the University of Pennsylvania.


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3:00 - 3:50 p.m. | Breakout Session 4

 

Mastering AI Methodologies: Frameworks for Effective, Efficient, and Accurate AI Utilization

This presentation will focus on developing and applying frameworks that enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness of AI tools in various sectors, including business, industry, and healthcare. We will introduce and delve into practical frameworks like the RPO model (Role, Process, Outcome), which guides users in creating structured and impactful AI prompts. By understanding these methodologies, attendees will learn how to harness the full potential of AI, turning raw computational power into tailored solutions for their specific needs. This session is a must for anyone looking to elevate their AI strategy and execution.

​Spencer X. Smith​

​Spencer X. Smith, Founder, AmpliPhi - Madison, WI

Spencer X Smith consults for and invests in dozens of high-tech projects and teaches using simple language. After starting his career at IBM during the Y2K days, he's always been an early adopter of new technology so he can better teach others what he’s learned.

He’s given over 300 in-person speeches, including presentations at the New York Stock Exchange, Gillette Stadium in Boston, and The Superdome in New Orleans. Clients inclu​​de the world's largest bond manager and two of the top 10 largest private equity companies.

Spencer is a graduate of the Economics of Blockchain & Digital Assets program at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business and serves on the Board of Directors for the Wisconsin Technology Council.​
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4:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Afternoon Keynote

Revolutionizing Healthcare Economics: The Billion Dollar Impact of AI-Driven Personalized Care

Health inequities in the U.S. healthcare system, which include disparities related to race, socioeconomic status, and sex/gender due to a continued lack of personalized patient care, are responsible for approximately $320 billion in annual healthcare spending. If these issues remain unaddressed, this figure could escalate to over $1 trillion by 2040. This must change.

In this presentation, we’ll explore the transformative role of AI in personalized patient care and how it will help usher in the necessary change required to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare. We’ll discuss and share examples of how AI-driven personalized care can address the costly burden of non-personalized treatments, as well as AI’s growing role in predictive analytics, personalized treatment plans, and cost reduction. For healthcare to serve everyone effectively it must become more personalized, and AI can help build a future where healthcare is more adaptive, patient-centric, and economically sustainable.​

Nick Myers

​​Nick Myers, CEO & Co-Founder, RedFox AI​

Nick Myers is the Co-Founder & CEO of RedFox AI, an AI-focused digital healthcare company based in Madison, WI. The AI-powered RedFox Navigator platform can verbally facilitate and troubleshoot any home diagnostic or medical device closing the last mile in communication between patients, diagnostics and devic​​​e manufacturers, and healthcare providers.

Nick is a TEDx and International Keynote Speaker having delivered dozens of talks on the future of Artificial Intelligence, conversational AI, and data privacy across the U.S. and around the world. Nick is an In Business Madison 40 Under 40 award winner and has been featured in publications such as PR Daily, the Journal of Digital and Social Media Marketing, the Wisconsin State Journal, Wisconsin Inno, Wisconsin Health News, In Business Madison, and the PropertyGuru Property Report for his work.

He is an outspoken advocate of the need for stricter consumer data privacy regulations and currently volunteers as a member of the Open Voice Network (OVON) Privacy & Security Workgroup. As part of his work with OVON, Nick co-authored the OVON sponsored Privacy Principles and Capabilities Unique to Voice white paper published last year. In addition, Nick co-authored a whitepaper focused on the impact of conversational AI on remote patient monitoring.​


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Cancellation Policy


Refunds will be granted if the Continuing Education and Outreach office is contacted by February 9, 2024 at noon. No refunds will be given after the deadline. We reserve the right to cancel this conference due to low enrollment, severe weather, or instructor illness. A full refund will be issued under these circumstances. BE SURE to provide your email address and phone number when registering so we can contact you if the conference is cancelled for any reason. Email Continuing Education Customer Service at  uwspceweb@uwsp.edu to cancel your registration.

​Special Needs and Accommodations


Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two week in advance. Please contact Continuing Education Customer Service at 715-346-3838 or uwspceweb@uwsp.edu.

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