AI Hype vs Reality and Governance (w/ The AI Collective)
Hosted by The AI Collective + Gervais Johnson
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What to look forward to
Attendees will explore AI hype versus reality, data attribution, governance readiness, Gervais’s AI Governance Framework, and predictions for 2027, with interactive games and discussion of future event topics. The gathering will also feature a holiday sweater contest, hosted by The AI Collective, a global nonprofit network of 200,000+ AI leaders, builders, and stakeholders.
Inside the event
ACTION
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AGENDA
We will discuss AI hype vs Reality information, data attribution, examples, and opportunities. Gervais will kickoff the discussion with some data and a game.
We will discuss Governance AI Readiness, Gervais will present an AI Governance Framework and discuss current issues and concerns facing many companies and individuals.
We will discuss 2027 AI predictions for the next wave of AI. Gervais may have another game ready.
We will discuss our AI Collective Indy 2027 future event topics and opportunities.
Holiday Season Fun
Wear your Ugliest Holiday Sweater and we will select a winner, prize yet to be determined.
Why did the reindeer sweater win the contest?
It had the most antler-tude.
As always, food and drink, engaging conversation, and incredible company will all be provided!
Please be advised: Unfortunately, space is very limited at these community events and we can not always accept everyone we would like to. If you are not accepted to this event, please keep applying! We appreciate your application tremendously and we are looking forward to seeing you at a future event very soon!
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Indianapolis, IN
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