ODSC AI New York

WEBINAR "Will AI Take Your Job? What to Do About It"

Thu, Mar 26 · 12:00 PM EDT

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The headlines are alarming. Companies now require managers to justify hiring humans over AI. CEOs warn that half of white-collar jobs could disappear. But what does the research actually say?

In this webinar, Sheamus McGovern cuts through the noise. He'll look at the latest data on AI and employment, what AI is actually good at (and what it's not), and practical steps you can take to stay ahead.

You'll walk away with:
- A clear picture of what research says about AI and jobs — beyond the headlines
- An understanding of which skills AI amplifies vs. which it threatens
- The skills AI can't replicate: A framework for staying relevant as AI reshapes work
- How to build career assets that travel with you

Sheamus McGovern is the author of The Skill Flip: How Smart Professionals Are Reinventing Work with AI - launching the same day as this webinar.

Register here if you’d like a free copy (available on launch day only)
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MCP in the Wild: The Future of Data Agents in Production (NYC)

Thu, Apr 2 · 5:30 PM EDT

307 West 38th Street, New York, NY 10018, studio 1401, 307 West 38th Street, New York, NY 10018, New York City, NY, US

Pre-Registration is REQUIRED. RSVP here - https://luma.com/e1y4c9jv

## MCP in the Wild: The Future of Data Agents in Production 🚀

Join **ODSC AI, Snowflake, Block, CrewAI and OpenBB **in NYC for an evening dedicated to the next evolution of AI: Autonomous Data Agents.
The most successful AI initiatives of 2026 aren't just about better LLMs - they are about how those models interact with your data.

The Model Context Protocol (MCP) is changing the game, providing a universal standard to connect AI models to data sources seamlessly.
Join us in the heart of New York City on April 2nd to explore cutting-edge MCP use cases, solve implementation challenges, and learn best practices for building production-ready data agents. We’re bringing together NYC’s top engineers and AI visionaries to move beyond the hype and into high-impact, agentic workflows.

Why Attend?

• Master the MCP Spec: Hear directly from the teams at Block, CrewAI, Snowflake, and OpenBB on how they are implementing the Model Context Protocol.
• Network with Builders: Connect with 100+ AI practitioners and data leaders in the NYC ecosystem.
• Expert Insights: Learn how to bridge the gap between static data and autonomous action.

🎤 The Speakers

• Didier Rodrigues Lopes – Founder & CEO, OpenBB
• Alex Hancock – Software Engineer, Block
• Tom Haddock – Head of Product/Growth, CrewAI
• Anupam Datta – AI Research Lead, Snowflake

📅 The Agenda

> 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM - Networking & Check-in (Hosted by ODSC AI)
> 6:00 PM - 6:10 PM - Opening Remarks (Snowflake/ODSC AI)
> 6:10 PM - 6:30 PM - Visual Interfaces for AI Agents with Snowflake & Goose (Block)
> 6:30 PM - 6:40 PM - APIs for Analytics & MCP for Point-in-Time Data (OpenBB)
> 6:40pm - 7:00 PM - Building Effective Agentic Systems (CrewAI)
> 7:00 PM - 7:10 PM - Lightning Talk (TBD)
> 7:10 PM - 7:30 PM - Securing MCP Powered Agents (Snowflake)
> 7:30 PM - 8:00 PM - Networking & Wrap-up

📍 Logistics

• Date: April 2nd, 2026
• Location: Luma Studios, 307 West 38th Street 1505, New York, NY 10018
• Admission: Space is limited for this exclusive technical deep-dive.

RSVP now to secure your spot!

🔗 Stay Connected

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WEBINAR "Trust What You Can Trace: Making Agentic AI Explainable"

Tue, Apr 7 · 12:00 PM EDT

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Pre-registration is REQUIRED. RSVP here - https://hubs.li/Q046VS--0

Speaker: Michael Novack, Solutions Architect at AIceberg

Topic title: "Trust What You Can Trace: Making Agentic AI Explainable, Secure, and Enterprise-Ready"

As enterprises adopt increasingly powerful AI systems, one critical challenge remains: understanding how and why these systems make decisions. Many modern models - especially large language models - operate as opaque “black boxes,” making transparency, compliance, and trust difficult to achieve.

This webinar introduces the AI Explainability Scorecard, a practical framework for evaluating the transparency of AI systems based on criteria such as faithfulness, consistency, accessibility, and comprehensibility. Attendees will learn how different model architectures - from K-Nearest Neighbors to neural networks and transformers - vary dramatically in explainability and risk.

The session will also explore real-world techniques for improving visibility into complex models, including surrogate monitoring approaches that map AI behavior to comparable examples. These methods help organizations build observable, auditable AI systems without sacrificing performance or scalability.

By the end of this session, attendees will understand how to move beyond black-box AI toward transparent, accountable, and secure AI deployment - a critical step for enterprises scaling agentic AI in high-stakes environments.

You will learn:
- Why Explainability Is the Foundation of Trustworthy AI
Learn why transparency isn’t just a technical preference - it’s becoming a legal, ethical, and operational requirement for enterprise AI systems.

- The AI Explainability Scorecard Framework
Understand the five key criteria - faithfulness, comprehensibility, consistency, accessibility, and optimization clarity - for evaluating how explainable an AI model truly is.

- How Different AI Models Compare in Transparency
Discover why some models are inherently interpretable while others require advanced methods to understand their behavior.

- Practical Methods for Making Black-Box AI Observable
Explore modern techniques - including surrogate monitoring models - that help organizations understand and audit large language models at scale.

🔗 Stay Connected

• Learn: Free talks and trainings on the Ai+ Training platform.
• Read: The latest in AI research on the ODSC Blog.
• Chat: Join the conversation in our Slack Channel.
• Community: Review our Code of Conduct.

ODSC AI East 2026 | The #1 AI Builders Conference

Tue, Apr 28 · 9:00 AM EDT

Hynes Convention Center, 900 Boylston St, Boston, MA, US

THIS IS PAID EVENT. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. RSVP here - https://luma.com/fzypluc8

Use code - COMMUNITYEAST2026 - for an extra discount.

## Where the global AI community unites to build the future.

Get ready to deepen your expertise, forge powerful connections, and stay at the absolute forefront of artificial intelligence. ODSC AI East is returning to Boston, MA at the Hynes Convention Center, April 28–30, for three days dedicated to practical, hands-on learning and community growth. And/OR you may join Virtual Conference. More details here - https://odsc.ai/east/

## First Speakers Announcement

• Adam Tauman Kalai, Safety and Ethics Researcher, OpenAI
• Jonathan Frankle, Chief AI Scientist, Databricks
• Amy Hodler, Executive Director, GraphGeeks.org
• David Campbell, Head of AI Security, Scale AI
• Ben Armstrong, PhD, Executive Director | Co-Lead, Work of the Future, MIT
• Ari Morcos, PhD, CEO and Co-founder, Datology AI
• Sydney Runkle, Software Engineer, LangChain
• Noah Giansiracusa, PhD, Assoc. Prof. of Math and DS, Bentley University
• Karen Zhou, Member of Technical Staff, Anthropic
• Joseph Fuller, Prof. | Co-head, Future of Work Project, Harvard Business School
• Denise Gosnell, Co-Founder & CEO, Data Driven Intuition
• Rajiv Shah, PhD, Chief Evangelist, Contextual AI
• Claire (Yunzhu) Zhao, Director, Group Lead | AI/ML, AQDS, Pfizer
• David Hoyle, PhD Research Data Science Specialist, dunnhumby
• Dr. Denis Garagić, Chief Technology Officer & Co-founder, Palladyne AI
• Jeremiah Lowin, Founder & CEO, Prefect
• Veronika Durgin, VP of Data
• Xiong Liu Director, Data Science and AI, Novartis
• Mohammad Soltanieh-ha, PhD, Clinical Assistant Professor, Boston University

This is more than just a conference; it’s the essential event for data science practitioners, AI builders, technical leaders, and anyone looking to pivot into an AI-driven career. With 300+ hours of content from 250+ expert speakers, you'll gain job-ready skills and strategic insights you can implement immediately.

## Why You Need to Be Here: Learning and Value

Technical Tracks:
Data Engineering | Physical AI | AI for BioPharma & Health | LLMs, GenAI & RAG | Agentic AI & Workflow Automation | Keynotes & Industry Leadership | Data Science & Machine Learning & MLOps | AI Engineering & AIOps

Non-Technical Tracks:
AI Strategy | AI Risk & Governance | Agentic AI for Enterprise | AI Products & Innovation | AI & Future of work | Executive Track | AI Founder Track

At ODSC AI East, we prioritize tangible value and immersive learning, ensuring you walk away certified and skilled. Our expansive agenda is packed with cutting-edge workshops and deep-dive tutorials across the most in-demand domains:

• Hands-On Training: Master crucial skills in LLMs, Generative AI & RAG, AI Engineering & MLOps, Data Science, and Machine Learning with expert-led, hands-on sessions.
• Focused Tracks: Explore specialized content in Agentic AI & Workflow Automation, Data Engineering, and AI for Robotics.
• Learn from Engineers Who Ship: Our speakers are the industry's top practitioners and researchers, renowned for bringing real-world innovations and strategies to the stage.

## Beyond the Talks: Our Expanded Community Events

The true value of ODSC AI East is the opportunity to connect and collaborate. Your pass unlocks a rich ecosystem of co-located events and unique networking opportunities designed for every career level:

• AI X Leadership Summit (Co-located): A curated forum for executives, business leaders, and technical managers to gain practical insights on shaping, governing, and scaling their organization’s AI strategy.
• AI Mini-Bootcamp: Kickstart your journey or reinforce fundamentals with our intensive, pre-conference AI training and certification tracks.
• AI Expo & Demo Hall: Explore the latest advancements, witness live product demos, and meet technical experts from leading AI companies and innovative startups. This is the place to gain insight into build vs. buy decisions for enterprise AI solutions.
• Networking+ Activities & Events: Challenge yourself to grow your network at our dedicated events, including the Main Network Reception, targeted Lunch Meetups, and exclusive VIP Networking sessions, forging invaluable connections across the global community.

Join us in celebrating our community's pursuit of knowledge, inclusivity, and fairness as we work together to move the world of data science forward.
Ready to build better AI? Find your perfect pass and secure your spot at ODSC AI East 2026 today!

## Useful Links

• ​​Free access to more talks/trainings: Ai+ Training platform
• ​​ODSC blog: https://opendatascience.com/
• ​​Slack Channel: https://hubs.li/Q03SyZP80
• ​​Code of conduct: https://odsc.ai/code-of-conduct/