2025 Alaska Innovation Summit: The Business of AI – Juneau, AK
Don’t miss this upcoming event in Juneau, AK. Happening on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at Centennial Hall Convention Center. Doors open at 9:00 AM.
Get ready to be inspired by emerging trends and technologies that will shape Alaska’s competitiveness and increase its capacity to innovate both now and in the future.
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THEME
The Business of AI
- AI as a Tool: Changing Work and in Industry
- AI as an Engine: Propelling Alaska’s Competitiveness
- AI as a Edge: Balancing Principles with Practice
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WHO SHOULD ATTEND
- AI-Curious
- Aspiring Entrepreneurs
- Business Professionals
- Change Agents
- Cultural Guardians
- Educators and Students
- Elected Officials
- Emerging Markets Influencers
- Energy Enthusiasts
- Industry Leaders
- Innovators
- Policy Developers
- Technology Gurus
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EVENT ELEMENTS
- Innovation Tours – Optional
- Innovation Shorts – Apply today!
- Innovation Lounge
- AI Testing Stations
- Welcome Reception and Dinner
- Pitch Contest
- Alaska Innovators Hall of Fame Award Ceremony
- Informal After Party – Optional
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TIERED PRICING OPTIONS TO FIT ANY BUDGET
1) True Price – $495
This price reflects the actual cost for one individual to attend in the event. When you select this registration option, your participation will be net neutral for JEDC.
2) Professional Development – $385
If you work for a large organization that prioritizes professional development and provides related funding for employees, please consider selecting this option.
3) General Admission – $275
This is a good option to use when registering multiple individuals from the same organization as of variety of registration prices can be mixed to fit your budget.
4) Access Level – $195
If you belong to a smaller organization with a very limited budget, or if you are personally paying your own way, please consider selecting this option.
5) Super Special – $99
If you are a retiree, student, or aspiring entrepreneur, please choose this price. JEDC is a mission-driven organization, and we believe these events are valuable to individuals and businesses as we work together to advance Alaska’s economy.
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KEYNOTE SPEAKER
- Steve Brown – Keynote, AI Futurist and Technolgist
- Kate Arthur, Digital Literacy
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PANELIST DISCUSSION
Facilitated by Dr. Charla Brown with JEDC, this panel discussion will feature individuals in key leadership roles across the state sharing their perspectives on AI in their work:
- Scott Balovich – Chief Technology Officer, Alaska Permanent Fund Corp. (APFC)
- Cathy Cahill, Ph.D. – Director of the Alaska Center for Unmanned Aircraft Simulation Innovations (ACUASI), University of Alaska Fairbanks
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DEEP DIVES (Subject to Modification)
These theme-related sessions will involve facilitated conversations allowing attendees to further explore concepts that have been introduced on the main stage. In small group settings with subject matter experts, the structure is designed to create a safe safe for collaborative discussion and the opportunity to share experiences and insights.
DAY 1:
- General Generative AI Tools
- Big Data Sandbox
- Alaska’s Energy and Infrastructure
- Tongass Forest Plan Revision (Part 1)
DAY 2:
- Specialized Generative AI Tools
- Organizational Readiness
- Human Impact by Industry
- Tongass Forest Plan Revision (Part 2)
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DEEP DIVE DESIGNERS AND/OR FACILITATORS
- Steve Brown – Keynote Speaker
- Jeremy Hansen – Co-Founder, Hansen Gress
- Sam Enoka – Founder, Greensparc
- Tyson Swetnam, Ph.D. – University of Arizona
- Peter Webley, Ph.D. – University of Alaska Fairbanks
- Watch for more!
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EVENT SPONSORS
- Alaska Airlines – Pitch Contest
- AKLitho – Summit Sponsor
- Coastal Helicopters – Summit Sponsor
- Conocco-Phillips – Innovation Partner
- Downtown Business Association (DBA) – Summit Sponsor
- Hansen Gress – Innovation Lounge & AI Testing Stations
- Hewlitt-Packard and Greensparc – Platinum Sponsor
- KPMG – Coffee Break
- Travel Juneau – Innovation Partner
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INNOVATIONS SHORTS – APPROVED PRESENTERS (OUT OF 40)
Attendees Are Encouraged to Apply by February 10!
- Jake Carpenter – Innovation is Just Applied Creativity
- Dr. Melissa Dolese, UAS – The Human Touch: What We Value in the Age of AI Art
- Rizza Mae Marvel, Z Square Studio – Maximize Your Website’s SEO Potential Using AI
- Jason Kish, USAF – The Use of Virtual Reality in US Air Force Recruiting
- Dr. Peter Webley, UAF – Center ICE: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity in Alaska
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