Domain Experts & Subject Matter Specialists

About the Workshop FacilitatorsTogether Asif, Destinee, and Bobby offer a powerful blend of technical knowledge leadership skills and practical expertise making this workshop an invaluable opportunity for anyone looking to harness AI responsibly and effectively in their organization!These three experts represent just a portion of our workshop facilitator lineup. We also feature a range of other specialists with deep knowledge in fields such as digital twin, coding and programming cybersecurity, large language models project management and more. This diverse team of facilitators ensures that workshop participants will gain comprehensive insights spanning multiple critical domains within AI and beyond.Asif Haider is a visionary entrepreneur and AI expert who brings complex technological concepts down to earth for businesses and organizations of all kinds. As a founding member of the SMART AI Community and cofounder of AxeGENAI Asif has a unique talent for bridging the gap between cuttingedge AI innovations and practical realworld applications. With a diverse background that includes service in the US Air Force and a Masters degree in Negotiations and Conflict Resolution from Columbia University Asif offers a well rounded perspective on how AI can enhance productivity improve cybersecurity and transform management practices across various sectors. His experience spans multiple industries including retail manufacturing and government contracting where he has a proven track record of developing AI solutions to address real business challenges. Asif demystifies AI for nontechnical audiences and tackles common concerns about AI threats while highlighting its potential to revolutionize operations in fields such as recycling healthcare retail transportation and construction. He also hosts the popular podcast AYAYAYAI honing his ability to explain complex technological concepts in simple relatable terms. Attendees can expect practical insights and actionable strategies for leveraging AI responsibly effectively and in ways that drive tangible bottomline results.Joining Asif is Destinee Prete an I/O Psychologist who has worked within multiple government agencies holding high level clearances and has developed both forprofit and nonprofit certification programs Destinee is also a subject matter expert in workforce development drawing on her deep understanding of human behavior and organizational needs to help teams navigate the challenges of adopting AI and other emerging technologies.Rounding out the team is Bobby Robinson who has dedicated nearly 40 years to the government and Department of Defense sectors His extensive experience in architectural solutions that are business friendly and customer focused is backed by deep expertise in MLOps machine learning operations and data management particularly for supply chain planning Bobby has served as a director at the US Pentagons Joint Artificial Intelligence Center (JAIC) and has collaborated with institutions such as Georgia Institute of Technology He has supported both commercial and private organizations in implementing massive ERP programs ensuring that data and AI initiatives align with real operational goals.