Disrupt Up AI Conference
The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center
110 Shenandoah Avenue Northeast Roanoke, VA 24016-2025 United States
Join us for two days of groundbreaking sessions, visionary speakers, and unparalleled networking opportunities brought to you by the Roanoke-Blacksburg Technology Council (RBTC). As the driving force behind innovation in technology and life science, RBTC is proud to present this transformative event designed to push the boundaries of AI.
About the Conference: At the Disrupt Up AI Conference, we're bringing together the brightest minds and most innovative thinkers to explore the limitless potential of artificial intelligence. Over two dynamic days, you'll dive deep into the latest advancements, trends, and applications shaping the future of AI across industries.
What to Expect: Prepare to be inspired by visionary keynotes, engage in thought-provoking panels, and connect with fellow disruptors shaping AI's future. Whether you're a seasoned expert or just beginning your journey in AI, there's something for everyone at Disrupt Up.
Themes and Topics: Our lineup of sessions covers a wide range of topics, from cutting-edge AI technologies to ethical considerations and real-world applications. Explore themes such as generative AI, precision medicine, startup innovation, and more, all designed to ignite your imagination and fuel your passion for AI.
Why Attend:
- Connect: Network with industry leaders, innovators, and fellow enthusiasts who share your passion for AI.
- Learn: Gain valuable insights from top experts and thought leaders pushing the boundaries of AI innovation.
- Collaborate: Explore new partnerships and collaborations that could shape the future of your industry.
- Inspire: Be inspired by groundbreaking ideas and transformative innovations that are redefining the possibilities of AI
Register Now: Reserve your spot at Disrupt Up AI Conference and join us as we revolutionize the future of AI together.
Agenda
| November 14 | |
| 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM |
Registration Open & Breakfast
Roanoke North Foyer |
| 8:35 AM - 9:20 AM | Welcome Keynote with Frederic "Dr. B" Bertley |
| 9:25 AM - 10:10 AM |
AI Trends: Disruption in Transformation
Dave Townsend (Virginia Tech), Eddie Amos (Go Virginia) Dr. Bret S. Danilowicz (Radford University) and Brett Malone (University of Tennessee, Cherokee Farm Development Corporation) |
| 10:25 AM - 11:10 AM |
Battle of the Tools: One Subtask at a Time
Anna Gutowska, IBM |
| 10:25 AM - 11:10 AM |
BREAKOUT SESSIONS
- From Lab to Launch - AI in Great Power Competition, A fireside chat - Beyond the Curtain: Creating Interactive Experiences with Hardware and Software |
| 11:25 AM - 12:10 PM |
BREAKOUT SESSIONS
- How to Automate Your Business - Leveraging Real-World Data and AI for Patient Outcomes - GenAI Powered Research: Tools for Academic, Policy, Corporate and Entrepreneurial Leaders |
| 12:25 PM - 1:00 PM |
Lunch Session: How to Think About AI...Safely
Richard Ford, PhD CyberCube |
| 1:15 PM - 2:00 PM |
A Playbook to Sparking Innovation with AI
Kalaina Anderes (DORIS) Anton Toutov (AstraNav) & Braden Croy (Dominion Energy Innovation Center) |
| 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM |
Battle of the Tools: Blacks in Technology Test Lab
Wesley Faulkner & Angela Pope Dickerson (Blacks In Technology Southwest Virginia, powered by RBTC) |
| 2:15 PM - 3:00 PM |
BREAKOUT SESSIONS
- AI & Security Panel - AI-driven Biotech: drug discovery and devices - Unlocking the Power of GPU-Accelerated Analytics with HEAVY.AI |
| 3:15 PM - 4:00 PM |
BREAKOUT SESSIONS
- Student Roundtable powered by Carilion Clinic: Your Future in AI - AI in Action: Main Stage Demos |
| 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Happy Hour & Interactive Demos in Exhibit Alley |
| 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM |
Evening Celebration: Dinner, Dancing and Dueling (Pianos)
Join us for an evening to remember. Dinner, dancing and dueling pianos await in the Roanoke Ballroom! |
| November 15 | |
| 8:15 AM - 9:00 AM |
Breakfast Session: Pushing the boundaries with cutting-edge AI Research
University of Virginia vs Virginia Tech |
| 9:05 AM - 9:50 AM |
Policy with Purpose: Driving Virginia's Innovative Future
Delegate Michelle Lopes Maldonado |
| 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM |
BREAKOUT SESSIONS
- Real AI: Machine Learning for Great Customer Experiences -The path to artificial general intelligence (AGI) and efforts to ensure advanced AI safety - Translational AI: Bridging the Gap from Basic Research to Life-Saving Treatments |
| 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM |
BREAKOUT SESSIONS
- The Algorithm of Blackness: Dissecting Bias in Machine Learning - Finding the Alpha in AI: A Startup Panel - Preventing Childhood Myopia Using AI |
| 11:45 AM - 12:00 PM | Program Concludes |
Registration Options
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Registration Options
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Price |
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Early Bird - Non-Member
Registration Ended 7/31/24 at 11:59 PM EST
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$350.00 |
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Non-Member
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$485.00 |