AI + DEIB:

Ask ten people if AI will advance diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and you’re bound to get ten different responses. The reality is that AI offers both exciting possibilities and significant challenges for DEIB, and it can be tough to navigate. That's why we're excited to host Jyl Feliciano, a recognized DEIB and AI thought leader, for a deep dive into this evolving landscape. Jyl will unpack how AI is reshaping the workplace and what it means for creating truly inclusive environments. Get ready for a thought-provoking conversation on the impact of technology on DEIB initiatives!

Jyl Feliciano

Jyl Feliciano is the VP and Global Head of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging and brings a background in preparing companies for the Future of Work within human resources, operational engineering, education, and organizational inclusion coaching. Jyl has 15 years of experience in re-energizing and elevating D&I operating models by developing equitable sourcing, selection, and retention strategies with a focus on coaching leaders to lead with an inclusive lens and adopt innovative tactics rooted in marketplace data analytics, to successfully integrate equity and inclusion into each phase of the employee life-cycle. Jyl has successfully led Global Inclusion Programs across the finance, technology, and consumer products industries by challenging leaders to move beyond dialogue and into action around issues of diversity, power, privilege, and leadership.

Join us for a fireside chat with Adda Birnir, Co-Founder & CEO of Skillcrush, as she shares her expertise on optimizing job search materials and strategies. With over a decade of experience leading her own web design and development company, Adda knows what it takes to stand out in competitive markets. She'll offer insights into crafting compelling resumes, cover letters, and building a strong online presence. Whether you're seeking a new job or aiming for professional development, Adda’s advice will help you tailor your approach to different industries and showcase your unique strengths. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the "30 Most Important Women in Tech" and take your career to the next level!

Adda Birnir (She/Her)

Before founding Skillcrush over ten years ago, Adda ran a web design and development company that built sites for media clients such as The New York Times, ProPublica, the Manhattan Neighborhood Network and MTV. She has been named one of the "20 Women to Watch in Media'' by the Columbia Journalism Review, one of the "30 Most Important Women in Tech" by Business Insider, and has been featured on the BBC, PBS, Fast Company, and Mashable. And she was appointed by former Mayor Bill DeBlasio to the New York City Workforce Development board. Adda is a graduate of Yale University and calls NYC home. When not growing or teaching at Skillcrush, she enjoys exploring her home borough of Queens and hanging out with her husband and two sons.

Join us for an interactive session where AI meets neurodiversity to create workplace innovation! Hunter Lee Canning reveals how this powerful combination is improving the modern office. Forget one-size-fits-all – it's time for AI that adapts to your brain's unique style.

In this fast-paced chat, you'll discover:
• Impactful AI techniques for folks with ADHD & dyslexia
• How neurodiverse professionals are succeeding with AI (with real success stories)
• Neurodiverse thinking fueling AI breakthroughs
• AI tools that work the way your brain does
• Techniques for building a workplace where every unique mind thrives

This talk is perfect for:
✓ Neurodiverse professionals ready to improve their workflow
✓ Managers aiming to maximize their team's capabilities
✓ Innovators eager to explore the future of workplace diversity and AI

Get ready to experience how AI and neurodiversity are making significant improvements to productivity, creativity, and inclusion.

Register now to secure your spot in this power-packed session!

Hunter Canning (He/They)

Hunter Canning is a New York based performer, public speaker and events moderator. They are also the founders of Quill Life, an AI-powered storytelling strategy platform. A conscience citizen of the world, their ethos is bringing people together through all the facets of life. Be it producing live performance or creating corporate recruitment content; Hunter has a passion for bringing people together to foster growth, kindness and a true understanding of each other.

Learn more about Meta and AI for good, best practices, and career opportunities.

The team at Meta knows that building a future where AI and other emerging technologies benefit all people can’t be taken for granted: It is a collaborative effort among stakeholders, industry experts and community members. They’re committed to creating meaningful, accessible and fair AI.

During a private fireside chat, Isabel Kloumann, Research Science Manager at Meta, shared her insights on what’s next for AI as a force for good.

Our conversation highlighted:

- Meta’s approach to responsible AI
- How the team is working to develop AI that benefits all
- The diagnostic tools Meta uses to ensure inclusivity
- AI as an emerging technology
- And much, much more

Isabel Kloumann (She/Her)

Isabel Kloumann founded the Responsible AI Fairness team in 2018 and supports fairness engineering and AI research. Her team’s mission is to ensure Meta AI products work well for all user groups and do not amplify societal biases. Her background is in applied math, machine learning, and network science. She completed her Ph.D. in Applied Math at Cornell University working with Jon Kleinberg and Steven Strogatz, and her undergraduate degree at the University of Vermont in Physics and Math. She lives in Burlington, Vermont with her husband and three children ages four and under.

In today’s rapidly-evolving business landscape, AI isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a skill and a tool that can revolutionize the way we work. But if our team’s aren’t prepared to harness what these technologies have to offer, they’ll quickly fall behind. Join PowerToFly’s Sr. Director of Operations, Alice Simons, to learn how to empower your team to use the power of AI. She’ll teach you practical strategies to integrate AIinto your organization’s daily operations. Sign up to discover ways to equip your team with the skills they need to thrive in an AI-driven future.

Alice Simons

A customer centered Operations Director focused on reducing internal inefficiencies.