About this Event
NETWORKING: 5:30 PM
Welcome & Open Networking
Arrive, connect, and settle in. A chance to meet fellow attendees before the program begins.
INTRODUCTION: 6:00 PM
Chief AI Officers Executive Forum
Introduction to the organization's mission, current initiatives, and how executive leaders are shaping responsible AI adoption across industries.
Women in AI
Overview of Women in AI's work in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within the AI field — programs, community, and how to get involved.
TALK
6:30 PM: AI Policy Landscape - Padmini Ranganathan, SVP Product, RiskOpsAI
A focused discussion on current AI regulation, emerging governance frameworks, and what practitioners and organizations need to know about compliance and risk.
TALK
7:10 PM: Open Source AI & Security Considerations - MJ Gautam, CISO Instacart
Exploring the tradeoffs of open source AI models — transparency, reproducibility, and the unique security challenges that come with open weights and public codebases.
TALK
7:45 PM: Internship & Career Pathways in AI -
Spotlight on internship opportunities in AI policy, safety research, and governance — practical advice for students and early-career professionals.
NETWORKING: 8:05 PM
Closing Networking
Open floor for discussion, follow-up questions, and connections. A great time to engage speakers and new contacts before the evening wraps up.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Hyatt Regency Santa Clara, 5101 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara, United States
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