June 18th, 2025
Marist University, Poughkeepsie, NY
Nelly Goletti Theatre in the Murray Student Center
3399 North Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 (View in Google Maps)
Join us for the 2025 Hudson Valley Artificial Intelligence (AI) Summit, co-hosted by Dutchess County Government and Marist University. This free event will provide a forum for representatives from local governments, K-12 and higher education, healthcare, non-profit organizations, local businesses, and others to learn about the potential benefits and challenges of AI and considerations for using AI in an ethical and responsible manner. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with peers, subject matter experts, solution providers, and prepare to integrate AI into their strategy and operations.
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Start Time | Session |
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8:15 a.m. | Registration and complimentary breakfast |
9:00 a.m. | Welcome and Introductions |
9:20 a.m. |
Keynote Speakers |
10:00 a.m. |
AI Awareness (panel) Diane Hart, Marist University (moderator) Kevin Cafaro, Amazon Brian Gormanly, Marist University Donna Dillenberger, IBM James Napoli, Meta |
10:45 a.m. | Student poster Session and Networking Break |
11:00 a.m. | AI: The good, the bad, and the ethical (panel) Hear representatives from various industries discuss the benefits and challenges of AI, how it is being used to improve organizations and how it is being used by malicious actors, and the ethical considerations for using AI within your organization. Meghan Cook, New York State Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (moderator) Eric Bosen, New York State Police Kevin Gaugler, Marist University Frank LaRocca, Central Hudson Dr. Albert Villarin, Nuvance Health |
11:50 a.m. | Platinum sponsor presentation |
12:00 p.m. | Breakout discussions |
1:00 p.m. | Event concludes |
For more information, please email DCTechSummits@dutchessny.gov.