Denver AI: Private AI vs. Public AI Featuring Jon Nordmark, CEO of Iterate.ai

Artificial Intelligence is quickly becoming the operating system of modern business. But as organizations rush to adopt AI, one critical question is moving to the top of every executive agenda:
Should your company rely on public AI... or build a private AI strategy?

Join Denver AI for our August event as we welcome Jon Nordmark, CEO of **Iterate.ai**, for an eye-opening discussion on one of the most important AI decisions businesses will make over the next decade.

Public AI platforms like ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Grok have transformed how millions of people work every day. They're fast, powerful, and remarkably capable.
But they're not always the right answer.

As companies begin integrating AI into customer experiences, internal operations, software development, and proprietary workflows, concerns around security, privacy, governance, intellectual property, and compliance become impossible to ignore.

So where should organizations draw the line?

This session will explore the tradeoffs between public and private AI, helping business leaders understand when each approach makes sense—and how to avoid costly mistakes.

### What You'll Learn

• The real differences between Public AI and Private AI
• When public models are the right choice—and when they aren't
• Protecting company data, intellectual property, and customer information
• The business case for building secure AI solutions
• How leading organizations are approaching enterprise AI adoption
• Practical frameworks for making AI decisions inside your business

### Why Jon Nordmark?

Jon is the founder and CEO of **Iterate.ai**, one of the industry's leading enterprise AI platforms helping organizations build secure, production-ready AI applications. With decades of experience in technology innovation and entrepreneurship, Jon brings a practical, executive-level perspective that cuts through the hype and focuses on what actually works.

### Who Should Attend?

This session is designed for:

• CEOs and business leaders
• Technology executives
• Product leaders
• IT and security professionals
• Entrepreneurs and founders
• AI practitioners
• Anyone responsible for bringing AI into their organization

Whether you're experimenting with ChatGPT, evaluating enterprise AI platforms, or building your company's long-term AI strategy, this conversation will help you make smarter decisions with greater confidence.

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## The Agenda

4:00 – 4:30 PM
🍕 Pizza & Networking
4:30 – 4:45 PM
Welcome & Community Updates
4:45 – 5:00 PM
AI In Action
5:00 – 6:00 PM
Private AI vs. Public AI
Featuring Jon Nordmark, CEO of Iterate.ai
6:00 PM
Continue the conversation at Après AI at the Crimson & Gold.

## Event Details

📅 When: Wednesday, August 26, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Where: University of Denver
Ritchie School of Engineering & Computer Science

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### About Denver AI

Denver AI is a subgroup of the Rocky Mountain AI Interest Group (RMAIIG). Our mission is to help Denver professionals understand, adopt, and apply Artificial Intelligence responsibly through practical education, meaningful networking, and real-world demonstrations.

Join us as we explore one of the biggest decisions every AI-enabled organization will soon face: What belongs in the public cloud... and what should stay behind your own firewall?

Parking and Transportation
For visiting the Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Denver, you have several convenient public parking options. The building is located at 2155 E. Wesley Ave, Denver, CO 80208.

Recommended Visitor Parking

• The university uses a fee-based system for all on-campus parking. Hourly visitor parking typically costs $2.00 per hour.
• Engineering Building Lot (Lot 318): This is the most direct option, located immediately adjacent to the Engineering and Computer Science Building.
• Newman Center Garage (Lot L): Located at E. Wesley Ave and S. University Blvd, just a short walk from the building. To park here, enter from Wesley Ave and look for the designated visitor section.
• Evans Garage (Lot 301): Located at 2130 S. High St, this is a larger structure that often has visitor space available if closer surface lots are full.
• DU uses the ParkMobile app for most hourly parking payments. You can also find kiosks in major garages like the Newman Center or Evans structures that accept major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, Discover).

Public Transit & Street Parking Alternatives

• RTD Light Rail: The University of Denver Station (E, H lines) is just a few blocks north of the building.
• Street Parking: There is limited street parking on the blocks west of campus (e.g., along S. High St or S. Race St). Most spots have a 1- or 2-hour limit and are strictly enforced by the City of Denver.
• RTD Parking Deck: Some visitors use the multi-floor parking deck at the DU Light Rail station, which is within walking distance.