AI for Good

Please join us for the sixth of the Orange County ACM Chapter's 2019 bi-monthly evening program series.

AI for Good: Using technology to create a social impact, whether it be social enterprise or just social impact.

Agenda

6:30 PM Doors Open & Networking

7:00 PM Announcements and Presentation

8:30 PM Meeting Adjourned

Event Details

AI is fueling the 4th Industrial Revolution. Many people believe the technology will reshape so many products and services in our lives. While there is a lot of focus on commercialism, there is also a tremendous focus on social enterprise that is creating a significant impact for social good. This session will share how organizations are using AI to help build a more sustainable world for humanity and empower you with the ability to make a positive social impact for your community.

Speaker Bio

Neil Sahota (萨冠军) is an IBM Master Inventor, United Nations (UN) Artificial Intelligence (AI) subject matter expert, Faculty at UC Irvine, and author of Own the A.I. Revolution. With 20+ years of business experience, he works with organizations to create next generation products/solutions powered by emerging technology. His work experience spans multiple industries including legal services, healthcare, life sciences, retail, travel and transportation, energy and utilities, automotive, telecommunications, media/communication, and government. Moreover, Neil is one of the few people selected for IBM's Corporate Service Corps leadership program that pairs leaders with NGOs to perform community-driven economic development projects. For his assignment, Neil lived and worked in Ningbo, China where he partnered with Chinese corporate CEOs to create a leadership development program.

In addition, Neil partners with entrepreneurs to define their products, establish their target markets, and structure their companies. He is a member of several investor groups like the Tech Coast Angels and assists startups with investor funding. Neil also serves as a judge in various startup competitions and mentor in several incubator/accelerator programs.

He actively pursues social good and volunteers with nonprofits. He is currently helping the Zero Abuse Project prevent child sexual abuse as well as Equilibrium to engage youth culture in sustainability initiatives.

Co-sponsors

This event is co-sponsored by the IEEE Orange County Computer Society and the Los Angeles Chapter of the ACM.

Venue & Parking

This meeting will be held at the Knobbe Martens' Irvine offices. Parking validation will be provided to attendees.

iNK Digital Networking

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