AI Applied Consortium

🎙️ Going LIVE – April 23 @ 3:30 PM CDT AI in the Public Sector | Episode 3 of the AI Applied Consortium Podcast What happens when AI hits government-scale complexity? Join Michael Braun (Canopy Consulting), Rebbeca Beers (Salesforce), and Konrad Konarski (AI Applied Consortium) as they cut through the noise on: → Scaling AI in government → Procurement realities (RFPs, term contracts, change orders) → Real AI deployments in finance, operations, and infrastructure → How Salesforce AI agents are reshaping workflows 📍 Streaming on LinkedIn + YouTube Bring questions. Get real answers. Shape what’s next. #PublicSectorAI #AILeadership #GovTech #AIConsortium #DigitalModernization #AIPodcast

🚨 Federated Learning: The Next Chapter in Industry AI The AI Applied Consortium is launching a federated learning initiative to develop foundation models tailored for real industry use, models trained not just on publicly available content, but on operational knowledge that lives within the enterprise. Our members across energy, manufacturing, distribution, finance, and the public sector are aligned on a clear need: Build AI that understands industrial complexity without compromising data ownership or confidentiality. Federated learning makes this possible. It enables organizations to train powerful models without transferring sensitive data, allowing collaboration across sectors while preserving trust, compliance, and competitive advantage. This is the infrastructure for next-generation AI: 🔐 Data stays local, learning becomes collective ⚙️ Models grow smarter across distributed environments 🏗️ Industry-specific context shapes generalizable solutions As NVIDIA emphasized: “Reach out, share your thoughts, and let them put together a group of companies that are willing to collaborate, and help you solve the problem.” 🎥 https://lnkd.in/eavy9TbW With its neutral governance, vertical depth, and ecosystem of trusted partners, the AI Applied Consortium is uniquely positioned to lead this effort. 📩 Ready to take part? Reach out here: https://lnkd.in/envXuuen Together, we can build a smarter, more collaborative future for AI. #FederatedLearning #FoundationModels #AIConsortium #PrivacyPreservingAI #NVIDIA #IndustrialAI #AIInfrastructure #CollaborativeAI #AAIC #DataStewardship

🎙️ LIVE – Episode 3 of the AI Applied Consortium Podcast Wednesday, April 23 | 3:30–4:30 PM CDT 📍 Streaming on LinkedIn + YouTube We’re back with another episode of the AI Applied Consortium podcast. This time exploring how AI is transforming the Public Sector. Join Michael A. Braun (Senior Manager, Canopy Consulting) and Rebbeca Beers, MBA (Public Sector AI Lead, Salesforce) as they sit down with Konrad Konarski (Chairperson, AI Applied Consortium) to unpack the complex, high-stakes world of public sector modernization. 🧠 What we’re covering in Episode 3: 🏛️ Implementing large-scale technology change in government 📑 Procurement deep dive: RFPs, term contracts & managing change orders 💡 Real AI use cases: process automation, finance, accounting, and data operations 👁️🗨️ Our computer vision spotlight: public infrastructure in focus 🤖 Salesforce AI agents and how they're redefining government workflows Whether you’re in govtech, policy, or AI transformation , this conversation will deliver practical insight and strategic clarity. 👉 Join us LIVE. Bring your questions. Shape the future.

🚀 The Leaders Behind AI Applied Consortium’s Advisory Councils At the AI Applied Consortium, our mission is to bridge innovation and impact by advancing responsible, real-world AI adoption across sectors that shape our future. From financial systems and energy grids to humanitarian aid and smart manufacturing, our work is led by some of the most dedicated minds in the field. Today, we recognize the six exceptional individuals leading our domain-focused Advisory Councils: 🔹 Chris Isayan | Financial Services (BFSI) A hands-on technologist and enterprise architect, Chris brings decades of experience modernizing legacy systems across banking, lending, and insurance. His focus: AI agents and cloud-native modernization in regulated environments. 🔹 Pierre Barbeau | Wholesale Distribution As CEO of Moblico and a trailblazer in mobile-first digital engagement, Pierre leads our work in reshaping distributor operations through connected customer experiences, data-driven insights, and scalable AI. 🔹 Elias Brown | Manufacturing From floor-level data to cybersecurity, Elias brings sharp execution and innovation leadership as Data Manager at Vallourec. He’s helping define the AI-powered plant of the future , one data pipeline at a time. 🔹 Mike McFarlane | Energy & Utilities Former BASF executive and global digitalization leader, Mike is a respected voice on operational safety, EHS, and AI integration at scale. His vision ensures industrial AI meets both ROI and resilience. 🔹 Nezih Altay | AI for Social Good A Fulbright Scholar, professor at DePaul, and editor of the Journal of Humanitarian Logistics, Nezih drives our research on using AI to address global disruption, resilience, and equity, from disaster relief to sustainable operations. 🔹 Michael A. Braun | Public Sector With roots in engineering and government infrastructure, Michael advises agencies across Florida on digital transformation. His work blends operational tech, AI strategy, and a passion for making work “easier and more human.” Each Advisory Council Lead plays a critical role in shaping our AI Accelerators, guiding responsible use cases, and connecting industry needs with technology innovation. 👏 Join us in celebrating these leaders and stay tuned as we spotlight their work in upcoming podcasts, roundtables, and pilot launches. #AILeadership #AIAppliedConsortium #ResponsibleAI #PublicSectorInnovation #ManufacturingAI #DistributionTech #FinancialServicesAI #HumanitarianAI #EnergyInnovation #AIAdoption #DigitalTransformation

🚨 Episode 2 is now live! 🚨 Catch the latest conversation from the AI Applied Consortium featuring Konrad Konarski (Chairperson) and Dr. Martin R. Gonzalez (Director of Innovation, BP). 🎙️ Topic: AI-powered decision-making in the real world Highlights include: 🧠 Supporting—not replacing—human judgment 🎯 Moving from prediction to action 👥 Embedding domain expertise into AI 🔬 Fusing models, simulations, and machine learning This episode breaks down why there’s no one-size-fits-all AI—and what it takes to make AI truly operational. 📺 Watch it now on LinkedIn (below) or YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gUPcF7FH #AIAppliedConsortium #AI #DecisionMaking #Innovation #AIinEnergy #HumanCenteredAI #LinkedInLive #YouTubeLive #LeadershipInAI

🚨 REMINDER – Going LIVE this Wednesday, April 9! 🚨 We’re back with Episode 2 of our high-impact AI conversation series streaming LIVE on LinkedIn (right here!) and on YouTube 👉 https://lnkd.in/gUPcF7FH 🗓️ Date: Wednesday, April 9 🕞 Time: 3:30–4:30 PM CDT 🎥 Where: LinkedIn + YouTube Live 🎙️ Join Konrad Konarski (Chairperson, AI Applied Consortium) in conversation with Martin R. G. (Director of Innovation, BP) for a deep dive into: 🔍 AI-powered decision-making in the real world We’ll unpack: 🧠 How AI can support, not replace, human judgment 🎯 Moving from prediction to intervention and action 👥 Embedding domain expertise directly into AI systems 🔬 Fusing models, simulations, and machine learning for true operational clarity Martin will share real-world insights highlight why no one-size-fits-all AI solution exists in today’s complex decision environments. 💡 Whether you're in energy, tech, or strategy, this conversation will spark ideas for making AI actionable and accountable. 🎤 Join us live. Ask questions. Share ideas. Shape the future. 📺 Don’t forget to tune in here on LinkedIn Live or over on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gUPcF7FH #AIAppliedConsortium #AI #DecisionMaking #Innovation #HumanCenteredAI #Simulation #HybridModels #AIinEnergy #FutureOfWork #LinkedInLive #YouTubeLive #PodcastLaunch #LeadershipInAI

🚨 Major milestone for the distribution industry The AI Applied Consortium and the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW) have officially partnered to accelerate AI adoption that delivers measurable impact across the $8.2 trillion wholesale distribution sector We’re focused on: • Increasing supply chain resilience • Streamlining inventory and fulfillment • Boosting workforce productivity • Turning operational data into competitive advantage At the center of this effort is the newly formed Wholesale Distribution Advisory Council This council brings together industry leaders to shape AI that actually works for distributors , purpose-built solutions grounded in real challenges and designed to scale Stay tuned for a wave of announcements and AI-driven capabilities designed to unlock immediate value across the distribution ecosystem Proud to be building this with NAW and the leaders moving our industry forward 🔁 Resharing NAW’s announcement below #Distribution #Wholesaledistribution #AI #SupplyChain #Innovation #AAIC #NAW #ExecutionMatters 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eaJcW626

LIVE Wednesday, April 9 on LinkedIn and YouTube 🎙️ We’re back with another high-impact conversation exploring how AI is reshaping real-world decision-making. Join us for Episode 2 featuring Konrad Konarski (Chairperson, AI Applied Consortium) in conversation with Martin R. G. (Director of Innovation, BP). 🗓️ Wednesday, April 9 🕞 3:30–4:30 PM CDT 📍 Streaming live on LinkedIn and YouTube This episode will unpack how AI can empower better, faster decisions in complex environments. We’ll explore: 🧠 Using AI to support, and not replace, critical human judgment 🎯 Moving from prediction to intervention and action 👥 Embedding human expertise directly into AI systems 🔬 Fusing models, simulations, and machine learning to solve for the full picture Martin will share practical insights from his work and why no single approach is enough to handle today’s multifaceted challenges. Whether you're in energy, tech, or strategy, this episode will give you a fresh perspective on how to operationalize AI for real-world outcomes. 👉 Join the conversation live. Ask questions, share ideas, and shape where this dialogue goes next. #AIAppliedConsortium #AI #DecisionMaking #Innovation #HumanCenteredAI #Simulation #HybridModels #AIinEnergy #FutureOfWork #LinkedInLive #YouTubeLive #PodcastLaunch #LeadershipInAI

AI Applied Consortium Podcast Series - Episode 1 - 3/27/2025 🎙️ Real-world impact of AI across education, industry, and the workforce. 🎤 Today’s Guests: Konrad Konarski – Chairperson, AI Applied Consortium Dr. Jungwoo Ryoo – Chancellor, Penn State DuBois

⏳ Countdown to Episode 1 – AI Applied Consortium Podcast Series 🎙️ We’re just hours away from the launch of our new live series spotlighting the real-world impact of AI across education, industry, and the workforce. 🎤 Today’s Guests: Konrad Konarski – Chairperson, AI Applied Consortium Dr. Jungwoo Ryoo – Chancellor, Penn State DuBois 📌 Topic: AI in the Academy – Teaching, Learning & Working in an Automated Age 🕞 Live at 3:30–4:30 PM CDT 📍 Streaming right here on LinkedIn From rethinking workforce development to navigating the speed of AI innovation. This is a conversation you won’t want to miss! 🔔 Set a reminder and join us live. Add your voice in the comments. #AIAppliedConsortium #AI #FutureOfWork #AIinAcademia #HigherEd #WorkforceDevelopment #LinkedInLive #AIInnovation #PodcastCountdown