AI Utah

The "AI Utah Demo Day"?is an exclusive, invite-only event where leading AI experts from Utah share insights into the latest advancements and applications in artificial intelligence. Each month, we feature a selection of Utah's top AI leaders, with 2-3 speakers taking 10 minutes each over lunch to showcase their work. The purpose is to connect and strengthen Utah's AI community. This month’s speakers include: - ?Carlos Kemeny, PhDx2, VP of Artificial Intelligence at Cinch - Jacob Miller, VP of Data Science at Pattern? -?Cain Elliott, Chief Legal Futurist at Filevine Lunch will be provided by?Codebase

Meet Tyler Folkman, Chief Technology and AI Officer at BENlabs, where he integrates AI into the creator, entertainment, and marketing industries. With patents in entity resolution and recognition from outlets like The The Wall Street Journal, Tyler is dedicated to simplifying AI and making it accessible. His background includes leading personalization and recommendation teams at Ancestry, where he combined academic rigor with real-world applications. At BENlabs, Tyler focuses on using state-of-the-art AI and machine learning to help brands and creators reach consumers authentically. His work includes developing innovative algorithms for recommendations, performance predictions, and content clustering, enabling data-driven strategies that maximize impact. Tyler holds a Summa Cum Laude Master’s in Computer Science from the The University of Texas at Austin and is passionate about leadership and fostering collaboration in the AI community. #AIUtah100 #ArtificialIntelligence #MachineLearning #Innovation #MarketingTech #BENlabs #TylerFolkman

Meet Tori Hooper, a dedicated facilitator of dialogue and collaboration between higher education, industry, and policymakers. As a key team member at the Utah Policy Innovation Lab, Tori plays a pivotal role in connecting stakeholders to advance AI research, innovation, and policy development in Utah. Through her efforts, Tori helps bridge gaps between groups such as the Utah State Legislature, researchers, and industry stakeholders to create effective AI policies that promote innovation while protecting consumers. Her work fosters meaningful conversations and collaborations that drive technological progress and ensure that AI advancements are aligned with community needs and values. With her unique ability to connect people and ideas, Tori is at the forefront of shaping the future of AI policy in Utah. #AIUtah100 #AI #Innovation #PolicyDevelopment #UtahPolicyInnovationLab #ToriHooper

Meet Tim Kapp, a distinguished AI expert and founder of Cinco AI, where he partners with industry-focused companies to develop and launch AI-driven innovations across diverse sectors like pharmaceuticals, telecom, entertainment, energy, and finance. As a founding member of the U.S. National AI & Cybersecurity ISAO (National AI and Cybersecurity Information Sharing and Analysis Organization) and Chair of the U.N.'s AI for Good Innovation Factory in the U.S., Tim is committed to leveraging AI for the protection of critical infrastructure and global sustainable development. In addition to his entrepreneurial endeavors, Tim serves as a professor of AI and machine learning at the University of Utah, where he shares his knowledge and passion for AI with the next generation of innovators. A frequent speaker and advocate for ethical AI, Tim enjoys coding and fostering discussions that explore the transformative potential of AI technologies. With his expertise and leadership, Tim is shaping the future of AI and its positive impact on industries and society. #AIUtah100 #ArtificialIntelligence #MachineLearning #Innovation #Cybersecurity #CincoAI #TimKapp

Meet Saul Leal, a visionary AI leader and integrator revolutionizing global communication. As the CEO and co-founder of OneMeta Inc., Saul leverages his expertise in systems engineering, management, and design thinking to break down language barriers through advanced AI-driven solutions. His work focuses on real-time translation and transcription, making AI accessible and impactful for everyday communication. At OneMeta Inc., Saul leads the development of innovative language models and tools that forecast, interpret, and isolate multiple languages in real-time, providing seamless and accurate translations across 152 languages. His strategic approach integrates cutting-edge technology with user-centric design, transforming complex AI systems into practical solutions that enhance global communication. Under Saul’s leadership, OneMeta Inc. continues to push the boundaries of what's possible in AI, fostering a more connected and understanding world. #AIUtah100 #AI #LanguageTech #MachineLearning #Innovation #OneMeta #SaulLeal

Meet Ryan Johnson, the co-founder and CTO of Grain, a leading conversational intelligence platform. With over fifteen years of experience building software for tech companies in Silicon Valley and London, Ryan has been at the forefront of leveraging AI to transform communication. In 2018, Ryan co-founded Grain, where he initially built the prototype backend and now leads the engineering team. His expertise lies in developing innovative AI-driven solutions, such as automating note-taking, record-keeping, and insight capture through advanced language models and vector search. Grain empowers users with actionable insights and coaching for sales, customer support, and product research calls. Ryan’s commitment to innovation has made Grain a pivotal tool in enhancing productivity and decision-making through AI, continually pushing the boundaries of conversational intelligence. #AIUtah100 #ConversationalIntelligence #MachineLearning #AI #Grain #RyanJohnson

Meet Rose Lightheart, an AI futurist and pioneer in the field of computational metabolomics. At Enveda Biosciences, Rose has been instrumental in advancing drug discovery through innovative machine-learning applications. Her research focuses on de novo metabolite identification from MS2 spectra, a groundbreaking area in computational biology. As an AI builder, Rose has made significant individual contributions, including prototyping and refactoring data pipelines, generating impactful reports for medicinal chemistry, and fine-tuning models using platforms like Hugging Face. Her work has led to multiple experiments and preprint publications, reinforcing her reputation as a leader in the AI and biotech space. Enveda Biosciences, where Rose plays a vital role, is dedicated to utilizing metabolomics and modern machine learning to uncover new drugs from the world's natural products. With her expertise, Rose is driving meaningful change and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in AI and drug discovery. #AIUtah100 #ComputationalMetabolomics #MachineLearning #AI #DrugDiscovery #EnvedaBiosciences #RoseLightheart

Meet Robert Pottorff, a leader in AI-driven innovation at the forefront of redefining real-time computer graphics. As a key figure in the research and development efforts for DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling) at NVIDIA, Robert thrives on transforming the impossible into the inevitable. His role blends futurism and practical development, envisioning what's possible and engineering the tools that bring those visions to life. At NVIDIA, Robert and his team engineer the most advanced chips, systems, and software for AI, driving breakthroughs across diverse fields, from computer graphics to healthcare, self-driving cars, and industrial applications. #AIUtah100 #AIGraphics #MachineLearning #AI #Innovation #Nvidia #RobertPottorff

Meet Philip Huebner, an innovator at the forefront of AI-driven applications and systems development. Philip focuses on leveraging large language models to enhance processes at the intersection of natural language processing (NLP) and e-commerce. His work is all about creating cutting-edge solutions that drive growth and efficiency for businesses in the digital marketplace. At Pattern?, Philip contributes to the mission of being the first e-commerce accelerator, helping companies grow faster, protect their brands, and sell globally across e-commerce marketplaces, direct-to-consumer (D2C) channels, and other digital platforms. #AIUtah100 #EcommerceInnovation #MachineLearning #AI #NLP #Pattern #PhilipHuebner

Meet Peter West, CEO and co-founder of Qualiti, an AI startup revolutionizing test automation. With a background in natural language processing and a passion for AI, Peter decided to go all in on AI development when GPT-2 was released. Since then, he has collaborated with researchers and engineering teams to create real-world solutions that automate tedious, human-level tasks, enhancing productivity and innovation. At Qualiti, Peter leads the charge in building the first 100% AI-managed test automation solution. This groundbreaking technology allows AI to create, maintain, execute, and triage tests, freeing up teams to focus on creative tasks in QA and enhancing the end-user experience. Qualiti is setting new standards in AI-powered testing, enabling faster application releases with higher quality. #AIUtah100 #AITestAutomation #MachineLearning #AI #StartupInnovation #Qualiti #PeterWest