Illinois: Your Seat at the Table of AI Leadership Starts Here

November 4-6th, 2025 ✦ Bowling Green State University

Illinois is a leader in smart cities, fintech, research, and data science. Join the Illinois coalition at Great Lakes AI Week and connect with other leaders driving applied AI across industry, academia, and government.

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Agenda Overview

  • Community Happy Hour & GLAIW Kickoff Event

    Tuesday, November 4, 2025

    5:00 PM 7:00 PM

    Kick-off Great Lakes AI Week at AI Woodstock Toledo, the community social event that is free-to-attend!

  • AI Leadership Summit

    Wednesday, November 5, 2025

    9:00 AM 4:00 PM

    The AI Leadership Summit @ Great Lakes AI Week brings together leaders across industries and sectors to explore the future of artificial intelligence for people, teams, organizations, and communities.

  • VIP & Awards Reception

    Wednesday, November 5, 2025

    5:00 PM 7:00 PM

    Awards reception open to speakers, sponsors, VIP ticket-holders and invited guests celebrating the region’s AI leaders, use cases, and impact.

  • Women in AI & Tech Breakfast

    Thursday, November 6, 2025

    8:00 AM 9:30 AM

    This women-only event brings together leaders in business and technology to explore careers pathways, unique perspectives, and the future of business technology in the age of artificial intelligence.

  • AI For Business Summit

    Thursday, November 6, 2025

    9:00 AM 4:00 PM

    The AI For Business Summit will dive deep into AI for Teams and Organizations, AI in Manufacturing and Supply Chain, AI for Marketing and Growth, and AI Technologies and Models. Choose your own adventure, follow your own tracks, and connect with other leaders across industries and sectors.

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Featured Speakers

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    Steve Flowers

    AI Solution Engineer

    MICROSOFT

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    Jesús Rosario

    Sr. Partnerships Director

    COURSERA

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    Lauren Collier

    Director of Innovation and AI

    SSOE GROUP

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    Dalien Ahiekpor

    Sr. Technical Account Manager

    AWS

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    Sandrine Simen

    Sr. Software Engineer

    GEICO

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    Bhavuk Jain

    Senior Software Engineer/Team Lead

    GOOGLE

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    Praveena Challa

    Lead Application Development Engineer

    AMAZON

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    Vince DiPofi

    CEO

    SSOE GROUP

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Accomplish More With the Help of Our Sponsors

These companies make AI Week possible. They're here to share knowledge, build relationships, and help shape what's next.

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Join The Team!

Volunteer at Great Lakes AI Week and get a front-row seat to the region’s leading AI event.

  • Enjoy complimentary event access and exclusive behind-the-scenes experience

  • Network directly with AI leaders, speakers, and sponsors

  • Build valuable skills in event operations, tech support, and community engagement

  • Make new connections, gain hands-on experience, and help shape the future of AI in Central Ohio

Ready to make an impact? Join our volunteer crew and help bring Great Lakes AI Week to life!

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