Columbus AI Week

Congrats City of Hilliard, Ohio USA for being named Fast Company’s most innovative companies in economic development! The City of Hilliard was the 2024 host of Columbus AI Week and loved every minute of it.

Its that time again!! The second annual Cincy AI Week is coming June 10-12, 2025! Last year we had a sold out crowd of over 1400 registered, 140+ speakers, 50+ sessions, 450 companies represented and 27 states represented! This year is sure to be better than last. We want to see YOU on stage! Apply today to be a speaker! ??? Apply at https://lnkd.in/gqeeMXvT You can also grab tickets, join our host committee or be sponsor the event. #cincyaiweek #ai #cincy #innovation Jon Salisbury Christi Brown Zachary Huhn Monica Turner

Ohio State joins NextGenAI consortium for breakthrough AI research - OpenAI commits funding and tools to advance research and education with AI. “Ohio State is at the forefront of a multidisciplinary approach to the benefits of AI, significantly impacting both research and education,” said Peter Mohler, Ohio State’s executive vice president for research, innovation and knowledge. “We are excited to join OpenAI and this elite research partnership, which will enable us to drive even more groundbreaking discoveries and advancements in medicine, manufacturing, computing, and beyond." @PeterMohler: “We are excited to join OpenAI and this elite research partnership, which will enable us to drive even more groundbreaking discoveries and advancements in medicine, manufacturing, computing and beyond." https://lnkd.in/gP5bxwHA

getWITit Columbus is proud to be a partner for the AI Mini Workshops, happening January 30 at Columbus State Community College’s Mitchell Hall. These workshops, presented in collaboration with AI Rising and Transform Labs, are powered by inclusive leadership, with at least half of the speakers and session leaders being women. This is a chance to learn from immensely talented experts shaping the future of AI, breaking barriers, and sharing their knowledge with everyone. Join us for hands-on learning led by brilliant women and discover how diverse perspectives drive innovation in tech! Women Session Leaders: Kimberly Clavin - AssetWatch? Kristy Wedel – AlignAI Cassandra Snyder – IBM Melanie McGee – We Can Code IT Register here to secure your spot today:? https://lnkd.in/gc_d-Vdg #womenintech #aiminiworkshops #inclusivetech #aiinnovation

Big news: On January 30, we’re kicking off?AI Mini Workshops?in Columbus! This event is built on two tracks: Leader Track:?For business leaders who want practical AI strategies to drive real results (no shiny object distractions!) Tech Track:?For the hands-on pros ready to build AI workflows and automation that make work smarter and easier. It’s going to be practical, engaging, and much fun. I’d love to see you there and hear your take! Spots are limited, so snag yours here:?https://lnkd.in/g8GwYTRp Let’s make 2025 the year we all level up with AI. See you on January 30! #AIWorkshops #LeadershipWithAI #BuildWithAI

Join Columbus AI practitioners and enthusiasts for some holiday cheer!

So much AI Agent activity! Here is a great resource to stay up to date:

?? InnovateOhio just released the "Ohio AI in Education Strategy," created in partnership with business and education leaders to ensure Ohio's education system is prepared for and can help lead in the AI revolution. Read the strategy: https://lnkd.in/g-MU_Q29 #AIinOhio #innovateohio #technology #AIinEducation #heartofitall

The Ohio Cyber Reserve is strengthening Ohio’s cybersecurity framework. The OhCR is composed of trained civilian cybersecurity professionals who volunteer their expertise to support local governments, municipalities, and state agencies in combating cyber vulnerabilities. Their mission includes: ? Conducting cybersecurity audits to identify potential weaknesses. ? Providing actionable recommendations to reduce and mitigate cyber risks. ? Offering rapid response and support in the event of a cybersecurity incident. DISCOVER: https://lnkd.in/e3q8fxTk #cybersecurity #Ohio #Cincinnati

“We did not expect that the primary response for how AI governance would create value would be by improving product quality,” Dennis Hirsch, survey leader, said. “That’s very interesting and encouraging.” https://lnkd.in/gNY9KphT