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July 31, 2023

Recognizing AI’s Superhuman Qualities with Paul Scharre, Vice Preside…

On today’s episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today, we sat down with Paul Scharre, Vice President and Director of Studies at the Center for a New American Security to discuss his work exploring new defense capa...

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July 27, 2023

Using AI as a Tool to Strategize with Kevin Williamson, Wargame and S…

On today’s episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today, we are joined by Kevin Williamson, Wargame and Subject Matter Expert at Marine Corps University. Training reliable capabilities that can serve as educational ...

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July 25, 2023

Exploring AI's Biases in the Workplace with Hilke Schellmann, Journal…

Join us for another episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today, to hear an eye-opening discussion with Hilke Schellmann, Journalist and Associate Professor of Journalism at NYU. As a filmmaker, journalist, and res...

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July 24, 2023

Tracking AI's Evolution with Mallesh Murugesan, Founder & CEO, Abeyon…

On today’s episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today, we are joined by Mallesh Murugesan, Founder & CEO of Abeyon, and Co-Founder of chirrp.ai. Mallesh’s journey into the world of AI through software development ...

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July 20, 2023

Introducing A New Era in Problem Solving with CPT Michael Sass, Missi…

Join us for another episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today to hear a conversation with CPT Michael Sass, Mission Manager, DoD-IC Integration, Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office, U.S. Department ...

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July 18, 2023

Making Reliability a Priority with Mailani Veney, CEO of Kana Systems

On this episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today, we are joined by Mailani Veney, CEO of Kana Systems. Mailani recognizes that change-making requires giving back to your community, and has made that an initiativ...

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July 17, 2023

Seizing the Opportunities for AI with Daniel Castro, Director of the …

Join us for another episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today to hear a discussion with Daniel Castro, Director of the Center for Data Innovation. By observing AI’s success as a tool in the workforce, education, ...

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July 13, 2023

Thinking Out of the Box with Sandy Barsky, Executive Program Director…

On this episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today, we are joined by Sandy Barsky, Executive Program Director of Government and Education at Oracle. In the rapidly-evolving world of AI, Sandy imparted upon us the ...

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July 11, 2023

Understanding the Power We Wield with Tristan Harris, Co-Founder of T…

On today’s episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today, we are joined by Tristan Harris, Co-Founder of The Center for Humane Technology. Tristan’s dedication to further understanding the complex relationship betwee...

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July 10, 2023

Taking a Global Approach to AI with Julie George, Predoctoral Fellow …

Join us for another episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today to hear a groundbreaking discussion with Julie George, Predoctoral Fellow at CISAC and HAI at Stanford University, and PhD Candidate of Government at ...

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July 6, 2023

Breaking Down the Language of AI with Ken Farber, Solution Architect …

Join us for another episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today to hear an insightful discussion with Ken Farber, Solution Architect for Artificial Intelligence at Teksynap. One of the most important aspects of ens...

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June 29, 2023

Moving with the Speed of AI with Oki Mek, Chief Information Security …

Today’s episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today features Oki Mek, Chief Information Security Officer at Microsoft. From serving as the first Chief AI Officer at the HHS to working across government and industry...

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June 27, 2023

Creating New Pathways in order to Provide New Outcomes with Nicholas …

On this episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today, we are joined by Nicholas Vandre, U.S. Army Special Operations Command. Nicholas reflected on how using resourcefulness in the face of obstacles has been benefic...

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June 26, 2023

How We Can Assess the Risks to Amplify Opportunity with LCDR Timothy …

Tune in for another episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today to hear a compelling discussion with LCDR Timothy Beach, Chief Data Officer, Program Executive Office Integrated Warfare Systems, U.S. Navy. When pred...

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June 22, 2023

Finding the Best Path to Innovation with Luke Douglas, Acting Directo…

On this episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today, we are joined by Luke Douglas, Acting Director of the Office of Strategic Information, Research, & Planning at the Peace Corps. Luke’s work with the Peace Corps ...

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June 20, 2023

Accelerating Acquisition with John Ferry, President at Trenchant Anal…

On today’s episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today, we sit down with John Ferry, President at Trenchant Analytics, LLC, and Co-Founder/CEO of userogue.com. John sat down with Bonnie to discuss one of Tradewind’...

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June 15, 2023

Reinventing the Standard of Problem-Solving with Mark Beall, CEO and …

On today’s episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today, we are joined by Mark Beall, CEO and Co-Founder of Gladstone AI. Mark sat down with us to discuss how his passion for digital transformation led him to create...

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June 13, 2023

Acceleration as an Initiative with Tyler Sweatt, Chief Revenue Office…

On today’s episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today, we are joined by Tyler Sweatt, Chief Revenue Officer at Second Front Systems. Tyler’s drive for innovation stems from his time in the military and as a consul...

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June 12, 2023

Streamlining the Process Through AI with Frank Indiviglio, Chief Tech…

Join us for another episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today, where we are joined by Frank Indiviglio, Chief Technology Officer at NOAA. Artificial intelligence and machine learning play a pivotal role in creati...

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June 8, 2023

Putting the End User First with Karen Howard, Executive Director of t…

On this episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today, we are joined by Karen Howard, Executive Director of the Head of the Office of Online Services at the IRS. Karen shared her passion for creating solutions in the...

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June 6, 2023

Launching the Next Generation of Autonomy in Robotics with JL Hancock…

On this episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today, we are re-joined by Author and Consultant JL Hancock for another riveting discussion about his work in emerging technologies and the future of autonomous robotic...

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June 5, 2023

Embracing the Exploration with Amy Hamilton, Senior Cybersecurity Adv…

Tune in for another episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today, to hear a thought-provoking conversation with Amy Hamilton, Senior Cybersecurity Advisor for Policy and Programs at the U.S. Department of Energy. Am...

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June 1, 2023

A Deep Dive into Russian AI with Samuel Bendett, Researcher at the Ce…

Join us for another episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today, to hear a fascinating discussion with Samuel Bendett, Researcher at the Center of Naval Analytics. As a policy expert, Samuel’s work with the CNA all...

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May 30, 2023

The Motive to Modernize with Rob Albritton, Vice President of Artific…

On today’s episode of AI Proficiency: Turning Tomorrow into Today, we are joined by Rob Albritton, Vice President of Artificial Intelligence Practice and oLabs Lead of Octo. Rob discussed his work with oLabs and its AI innova...

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