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?? Exciting News! ?? The Tech CxO program, offered in partnership with SMU Continuing & Professional Education and Tech CxO LaunchPad has been selected as a finalist for D CEO's 2025 Innovation Awards! ?? This groundbreaking program is designed to equip CISOs and other tech executives with the strategic leadership skills they need to thrive in the C-suite. In today’s fast-evolving business environment, the role of technology leaders is more critical than ever—and this recognition underscores the impact of preparing tomorrow's tech visionaries today. ?? What sets the Tech CxO program apart? * A curriculum tailored to bridge the gap between technical expertise and executive leadership. * Insights from industry leaders and real-world case studies. * The unparalleled partnership between SMU and Tech CxO Launchpad, bringing academic rigor and industry relevance together. We’re honored to see this program recognized as a finalist for such a prestigious award and proud of the innovative leaders it continues to inspire. ?? Ready to take your tech career to the next level? Learn more about the Tech CxO program at the link below. #InnovationAwards #TechLeadership #SMU #CISO #FutureReady Terry Teague Karen Bruno Gertrude Van Horn Kris Fitzgerald Lauren Nannette Pirek Brenda Park

?? Securing Tomorrow’s Leaders, Today ?? In the fast-paced world of business, continuity is everything. Yet, many organizations overlook one of the most critical elements of their long-term success: succession planning. Without a clear plan to identify and prepare future leaders, businesses risk losing momentum—and the talent that could shape their future. Discover how strategic succession planning can safeguard your business’s legacy and ensure a seamless transition of leadership in this insightful blog post from SMU. ?? Whether you're a seasoned executive or an emerging professional, this article is a must-read for anyone invested in the sustainability of their organization. Let’s set the stage for a stronger, brighter future—starting today. #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessContinuity #SuccessionPlanning #FutureOfWork Terry Teague SMU Continuing & Professional Education Southern Methodist University

Going on now at Southern Methodist University, Doug Gray talks about “Why Data Science Projects Fail,” his new book. Best comment yet: “In its rawest form failure is feedback.” Terry Teague Bivin Sadler #DataScience

? Now is the perfect time to set goals and accomplish them while preparing for the new year.? Have you heard of "The Winter Arc"? Popular on social media, the winter arc is a time to strategize and take action on your goals. Similar to the natural winter season, you embrace the time to reflect and plan for the blooming season of spring. 3 Reasons SMU CAPE?is the perfect solution for your "Winter Arc": * Skill-Focused Courses?- Learn something new that you can apply right away in a one-day workshop or self-paced course. * Flexibility - Take advantage of flexible class schedules and online options to maximize your learning. * Expert Instructors?- Industry-recognized leaders will guide you through the learning process. Explore our programs today and make your "Winter Arc" game plan to get ahead before the new year: * Professional Certificates?- Essential skills employers seek today. * Short Courses - Brief classes with big impact. * Specializations?- Quickly gain skills that employers want now. * Self-Paced - Huge library of courses that?are affordable and engaging. ?

Hi Friends! One Week Till the Kick Off of our Data Science Speaker Series on SMU Campus, Wednesday, Nov 13 at 7pm! Link to register: https://lnkd.in/gn8jAzRg See the details below! Please bring a friend and spread the word! Time: 7pm on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, Who: Bobby B. Lyle Endowed Professor in Engineering Innovation, Dr. Eric Larson What: Talk entitled: "Ubiquitous Machine Learning: Deep Data Representation for Next Generation Systems." Also: Networking and Fun! Register Here!: https://lnkd.in/gn8jAzRg Abstract: This talk will overview data science-related research topics in Dr. Larson’s lab. These research topics explore the interdisciplinary relationship of machine learning and signal/image processing with the fields of security, mobile health, education, psycho-visual psychology, human-computer interaction, and ubiquitous computing. Emphasis will be given to deep data representations that support cyber-security, education, and healthcare via the integration of machine learning and sensing. These include: 1?? Using machine learning in robotic surgery assessment 2?? Assessing oral reading fluency and vocabulary acquisition 3?? Investigating information leakage in pervasive and mobile devices Don’t miss this insightful discussion on the future of deep learning and machine learning and its applications in critical fields! Please repost! :)

?? Attention DoD Contractors and Supply Chain Professionals! ?? Join us on February 19-20, 2025, for the Southwest Regional CMMC Conference at Southern Methodist University, where cybersecurity and defense industry leaders like Regan Edens, Matthew Travis, and Mark Berman will explore the final ruling on CMMC compliance. As the Department of Defense tightens security standards, it’s crucial for contractors and suppliers to prepare for compliance to safeguard future contracts. Don't miss this opportunity to gain expert insights and position your organization for success in the evolving defense landscape! ?? Register Here #CMMC #DoD #Compliance Terry Teague COL (Ret) Darold Tippey

What a wonderful evening last night supporting our tech partners at the Tech Allies presents Technology Ball. As always, Karen Bruno and team did an amazing job bringing the DFW tech community together for a great cause. Charles Haley and his Tackle Tomorrow Foundation have left us inspired to help our future tech leaders!

?? Join us at SMU for an insightful event with Doug Gray, Director of Data Science at Walmart, SMU adjunct professor, and author! ?? Come for a lively discussion and book launch of Doug's latest work, "Why Data Science Projects Fail: The Harsh Realities of Implementing AI and Analytics, without the Hype." In this talk, Doug dives into the pitfalls of data science, revealing why up to 80% of projects miss the mark—and how we can turn the tide. This event is free and open to the public! ?? Date & Time: November 12th at 3pm - 5pm ?? Location: SMU Campus, Frances Anne Moody Hall, 6404 Airline Road, Dallas, TX 75206 Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear from a seasoned expert! #datascience #smu #lifelonglearning Terry Teague Bivin Sadler

The next cohort of the SMU Continuing & Professional Education Tech CxO Excellence certificate program begins February 6th. This virtual info session is a great opportunity to hear from instructors and graduates of the program!

There is still time to register for "Why Data Science Projects Fail" on November 12th on the Southern Methodist University campus. Join Doug Gray, Director of Data Science at Walmart Global Tech, author and SMU Continuing & Professional Education adjunct professor for a lively discussion and book launch of "Why Data Science Projects Fail: The Harsh Realities of Implementing AI and Analytics, without the Hype". The field of artificial intelligence, data science and analytics is crippling itself. Exaggerated promises of unrealistic technologies, simplifications of complex projects and marketing hype are leading to an erosion of trust in one of our most critical approaches to making decisions: data driven. This book aims to fix this by countering the AI hype with a dose of realism. Doug firmly believes in the power of mathematics, computing, and analytics, but if false expectations are set and practitioners and leaders don’t fully understand everything that really goes into data science projects, then a stunning 80% (or more) of analytics projects will continue to fail, costing enterprises and society hundreds of billions of dollars, and leading to non-experts abandoning one of the most important data-driven decision-making capabilities altogether. By illustrating with many personal stories, Doug reveals the harsh realities of implementing AI and analytics. Terry Teague Bivin Sadler Southern Methodist University SMU Lyle School of Engineering