Join us for our inaugural AI Day, for an immersive exploration into the world of artificial intelligence! This premier event is designed to connect the brightest minds in the field, from aspiring students to seasoned industry leaders.
The day features a dynamic lineup, including exclusive industry-led sessions offering insights into real-world applications and exciting student competitions showcasing innovative projects. Broaden your horizons with thought-provoking guest lectures from renowned academics and get a firsthand look at groundbreaking discoveries during our cutting-edge research presentations.
Whether you are a student, faculty member, or industry professional, AI Day provides a unique platform to network, learn, and be inspired by the latest advancements shaping our future. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with the vibrant AI community and witness the future of technology unfold. Mark your calendar and be part of the conversation!
Registration is FREE and covered with compliments from our sponsors
October 28, 2025 | Tuesday (Davidson Gundy Alumni Center)
Time
Event
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Registration and Check-in/Networking
10:00 – 10:15 AM
Welcome Remarks
Dr. Gaurav Shekhar, MS’16 ’23, PhD ‘24, Associate Dean, Naveen Jindal School of Management, The University of Texas at Dallas
10:15 AM – 11:00 AM
Keynote Address Building the Human Infrastructure for AI’s future
Nikunj Nirmal, MBA’12, MS’13, Head of Engineering, Amazon
11:00 AM – 11:50 AM
Panel Discussion
The Business of AI – How Leaders are positioning their AI Strategy
Panelists:
Kris Fitzgerald, Former Chief Technology Officer, NTTDataSarah Gonzalez, Chief Innovation Officer, Logan Finance CorporationAlicia Dietsch, Growth Strategist and Former Head of Commercialization for AT&T BusinessErik Jost, Chief Digital & AI Strategist, BlackboxAmal Prabhu, Global Head for Client Success, Genisys Group
11:50 AM – 12:00 PM
Remarks by the Dean
Dr. Hasan Pirkul, Dean and Caruth Chair, Naveen Jindal School of Management, The University of Texas at Dallas
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Lunch and Networking
1:00 PM – 1:45 PM
Presentation Modernizing Legacy Applications using AI
Brian Leonard, Principal Solutions Architect, MongoDB
1:45 PM – 2:15 PM
Presentation AI & Law: How AI is Transforming the Legal Industry
Ross Angus Williams, Partner, Bell Nunnally
2:15 PM – 3:00 PM
Panel Discussion Responsible AI: The Next Frontier of Tech Leadership
Lee Bratcher, President, Texas Blockchain CouncilShea Rogers, Chief Information Office, Town of Little ElmPranav Kansara, Executive Director – Risk Analytics, Wells FargoDr. Yazdan Shirvany, Director of Machine Learning Engineering, FS AI Lab, Capital One
3:00 PM – 3:15 PM
Break
3:15 PM – 4:00 PM
Closing Keynote AI-Driven Horizons: Revolutionizing Modelling and Simulation
Deepak Sachdeva, MBA’12, Chief Information Officer, US Air Force
