Renowned CNN host and political commentator Van Jones is set to host a Juneteenth AI Summit aimed at empowering Black and Brown students, professionals, and entrepreneurs to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) in education, work and creative pursuits.
The free one-day event, scheduled for June 15th at the Loudermilk Conference Center in Atlanta, promises to equip attendees with the tools and insights to navigate and lead the rapidly evolving tech landscape. The summit will bring together luminaries from top organizations including Amazon, Microsoft, McKinsey & Co., Meroxa, Path.AI, Seed.AI, and more. Through a series of workshops and presentations, participants will learn how to harness the power of AI to drive innovation, build lucrative careers, and disrupt industries.
Those Interested in attending the Juneteenth AI Summit must register online here. The summit will run from 9 am to 5:30 pm ET, culminating in a Juneteenth Block Party where food and drinks will be available.
“This event is a crucial step towards ensuring that Black and Brown communities are not only represented but also leading in the technology sector,” said Van Jones. “By equipping attendees with the knowledge and skills to leverage AI, we are empowering them to shape the future of tech innovation.”
Workshop topics will span a wide range of areas including AI Filmmaking & Storytelling, AI Economics and Big Business, AI and Music and Learning to Build Your Own ChatGPT. These sessions will be led by experts in their respective fields, providing attendees with practical insights and actionable strategies.
Dedicated to social justice, economic empowerment, and leveraging technology to create positive change, Van Jones previously organized a similar summit with Grammy award-winning artist will.i.am in Los Angeles. Aimed at increasing the number of Black and Brown leaders in the technology sector, the event attracted esteemed musicians, entertainers, entrepreneurs, innovators and experts including Ashton Kutcher, Quincy Jones III, Black Innovation Alliance CEO Kelly Burton, artist and advocate Joy Buolamwini and many more.