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Times:<\/b> 10:00 AM CT & 3:00 PM CT
Theme:<\/b> \u201cThe Next Wave of AI Leadership\u201d<\/i><\/p>\n
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10:00 AM \u2014 Theme: Emerging Voices in AI<\/b>
\nKick off the week by spotlighting rising professionals who are shaping AI\u2019s next frontier. Learn how their ideas are gaining traction and why their perspectives are essential for the field\u2019s future.<\/p>\n
3:00 PM \u2014 Theme: From Spark to Startup<\/b>
\nExplore how emerging innovators are moving from experiments to ventures. This session highlights the tools, funding pathways, and networks that help new ideas grow.[\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”Tues, Apr 21″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nTuesday, April 21, 2026 \u2014 Skills & Growth<\/h3>\n
10:00 AM \u2014 Theme: Building Emerging Skills<\/b>
\nAI evolves quickly, and so must skills. This session highlights emerging competencies\u2014like prompt engineering, model evaluation, and responsible deployment\u2014that rising professionals need to stay ahead.<\/p>\n
3:00 PM \u2014 Theme: Mentorship in Motion<\/b>
\nHear from leaders and early-career professionals about the power of mentorship and sponsorship. This session will provide guidance on building strong support networks.[\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”Wed, Apr 22″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nWednesday, April 22, 2026 \u2014 Innovation & Creativity<\/h3>\n
10:00 AM \u2014 Theme: Bold New Applications<\/b>
\nExplore innovative projects led by emerging AI leaders in healthcare, climate, education, and social good. Their bold ideas show how fresh perspectives are solving old problems in new ways.<\/p>\n
3:00 PM \u2014 Theme: Creative AI Frontiers<\/b>
\nFrom generative art to novel human-computer interactions, this session highlights how creative industries are being reshaped by emerging AI tools and talent.[\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”Thurs, Apr 23″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nThursday, April 23, 2026 \u2014 Responsibility & Governance<\/h3>\n
10:00 AM \u2014 Theme: Emerging Leaders, Emerging Risks<\/b>
\nEvery new capability brings responsibility. This session explores how emerging professionals are addressing bias, ethics, and security in their projects.<\/p>\n
3:00 PM \u2014 Theme: Governance for the Next Generation<\/b>
\nLearn how today\u2019s emerging leaders can contribute to shaping tomorrow\u2019s AI policies and standards, ensuring innovation remains responsible and inclusive.[\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”Fri, April 24″ _builder_version=”4.20.2″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\nFriday, April 24, 2026 \u2014 Futures & Roadmaps<\/h3>\n
10:00 AM \u2014 Theme: The Future Belongs to the Emerging<\/b>
\nThis forward-looking session examines how emerging talent is likely to reshape industries, organizations, and societies over the next decade.<\/p>\n
3:00 PM \u2014 Theme: Building Your Emerging Roadmap<\/b>
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