Name: From Fintech to Crypto: Lessons in Software Development on the Cutting Edge
Start: 2025-06-12T21:30:00.000Z
Location: StartUP Columbus

Need work on your presentation skills? Want a low-pressure and supportive environment to help with your public speaking? Want to see someone else present wacky data?!
Come on out to PowerPoint Karaoke, where correlation can cause sensation!
RULES:
\- Create a fun and zany slides \(or two\) and add it as a screenshot to the "Photos" section of the event page\.
\- For inspiration\, check out links like:

* [https://www.slidesai.io/blog/funny-powerpoint-night-ideas](https://www.slidesai.io/blog/funny-powerpoint-night-ideas)
* [https://www.decktopus.com/blog/best-funny-powerpoint-night-ideas](https://www.decktopus.com/blog/best-funny-powerpoint-night-ideas)
* [https://twistedsifter.com/2019/10/10-great-infographics-by-xkcd-randall-munroe/](https://twistedsifter.com/2019/10/10-great-infographics-by-xkcd-randall-munroe/)

\- Come out to StartUP Columbus Brewing\, where we'll draw names for who will get to present each slide\.
\- Winners will go home with swag and the ability to brag\!

**5:30-- Networking STARTUP COLUMBUS**
**6:00-- Presentation and Discussion**
**7:17-- Network at NONIC in COLUMBUS, GA**

• Important to know
We normally use the first 30 min to socialize a bit and will start the presentation promptly at 6pm. The group meets at a downtown pub after the meetup. All are welcome to attend.

Columbus Georgia Data Science Meetup

Steven Sheridan

Korie MacDougall

Yuan Tian

Jason Quinley

PowerPoint Karaoke @ StartUP Columbus: Slideshow Skills & Improv 

StartUP Columbus

Quantum computing is set to become a major driver of innovation in artificial intelligence and data science. This emerging technology promises to tackle complex problems and analyze data in ways that go beyond the capabilities of classical computers.
REGISTER: https://lu.ma/9nzc47c7

This introductory workshop, sponsored by the MSc. Analytics Program at the J. Mack Robinson College of Business**,**

**[https://robinson.gsu.edu/program/data-science-analytics-msa/](https://robinson.gsu.edu/program/data-science-analytics-msa/),**

is designed for data science professionals and enthusiasts interested in understanding the basics of quantum computing and its potential applications in AI and data analysis. You’ll learn key concepts, explore real-world use cases, and get a glimpse of the tools and techniques shaping the future of data science.

Join us to discover how quantum computing could impact your work and open up new possibilities in the field.

Experts from the company IQM will conduct the workshop using IQM’s educational materials and will provide access to IQM’s compute environment, **[https://meetiqm.com](https://meetiqm.com)**.

**Agenda:**

* Morning: Introduction to Quantum Computing, John Bernart, IQM and Kristine Rezai, IQM
* Lunch: Panel “Are we ready for Quantum?” Mark Jack, GSU (moderator), Todd Merrill, Konsuld/TechCXO
* Afternoon: Hands-on coding in IQM’s Quantum Computing environment with Kristine Rezai, IQM

**Register for free at:** **[https://lu.ma/9nzc47c7](https://lu.ma/9nzc47c7)**
(Registration is required to be able to participate. This event is open to the public.)

**Location: RCB Buckhead Center, 3348 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30326**

**Date and Time: Friday, May 9, 2025, 9AM-3PM,**
**GSU/Robinson Buckhead Center**

**Detailed Schedule and Materials:**
Please take a look at IQM's landing page with more details and with links to educational materials IQM created and will be presenting at the workshop: **[https://www.iqmacademy.com/workshops/gsu/](https://www.iqmacademy.com/workshops/gsu/)**

Data Science & Business Intelligence Society of Atlanta

Mark Jack

Peter Molnar

Marko Stamenic

Hallie Middlebrooks

Matt

Kimberly Gordon

Jayanthi

Md Akmal Hossain

Shivraj Patil

Ugo Ani

Quantum Computing: Unlocking the Future of AI and Data Science

Georgia State University Buckhead Center

Before designing an artificial intelligence solution, you must first surmount the real problems of compliance, ethics, and politics.
Join us for an interactive workshop and panel discussion on this topic. Expect to learn:

* What should legacy companies consider when innovating?
* How should data and AI practitioners approach project design?
* How do different industries differ in their approaches to innovation?
* And more!

We wholeheartedly thank our sponsors Georgia State University and Professor Peter Molnar, who will assist in moderating our panel.

Schedule:

6:00 PM Network and Welcome
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6:30PM Introductions and Panel Discussion
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## 7:30PM Red Team – Blue Team Workshop

## 8:00PM Post-Session Networking

Uchenna John Nwokeji

Blondelle SP

Vijay

Vyshnavi

Seth Jacob

Dixie Speck

Innovation and Compliance: When the Obstacle is the Way

**Topic:**
Join us as we hear from our friend Brian Bolton on things he's learned working at companies harnessing data to not only add value but to CREATE currency!

**5:30-- Networking STARTUP COLUMBUS**
**6:00-- Presentation and Discussion**
**7:17-- Discussion at Bytes & Brews in COLUMBUS, GA**

• Important to know
We normally use the first 30 min to socialize a bit and will start the presentation promptly at 6pm. The group meets for drinks and discussion after the meetup. All are welcome to attend.

Riz Newman

Brian Bolton

Scott Wehrenberg

Joshua Brooks

Courtney Hill

William 

Lisa 💋

Ryan Chitwood

From Fintech to Crypto: Lessons in Software Development on the Cutting Edge

Georgia Data Scientists

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