In this episode, host and Task Force Vice-Chair Chris Parisi welcomes Kelly Rogers, Chief of Staff at Accenture, to the show. The two discuss the RI AI Task Force Report and the key recommendations that will be offered to the Governor. Kelly shares a unique, global perspective on AI policy, discussing how Accenture works with other countries and states, and how those insights are shaping Rhode Island’s approach.

Discover the five key pillars of the report and hear how the state plans to become a leader in AI innovation, with a focus on education, workforce development, and government efficiency.

TIMESTAMPS:
00:02:11 - Importance of AI in Government
00:14:21 - Rhode Island’s Task Force Process
00:17:10 Education and Workforce as Key Pillars
00:23:05 - AI Task Force Report

LINKS:
➤ ➤ ➤ Connect with Chris on social media
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LinkedIn ➤ https://www.linkedin.com/in/trailblazecp/

➤ ➤ ➤ Connect with Kelly on social media
LinkedIn ➤ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-j-rogers/

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Join us for a look at Rhode Island's groundbreaking AI Task Force and the state's proactive approach to the AI revolution! In this episode, we're at a live event featuring Former Congressman Jim Langevin, Dr. Timothy Henry, and Chris Parisi, all members of the AI Task Force, as they discuss its origins, goals, and the importance of public input. Discover how Rhode Island is positioning itself as a leader in AI, addressing both the opportunities and the risks. Learn about the Task Force's structure, its collaboration with academia and industry, and its focus on workforce development and ethical AI implementation.

TIMESTAMPS:
00:00:07: Event Welcome & Introductions
00:00:35: AI's Transformative Impact & RI's Opportunity
00:02:39: Introduction: Congressman Jim Langevin (Task Force Chair)
00:04:17: Introduction: Dr. Timothy Henry (Academic Team Lead)
00:07:58: Task Force Goals & RI's Leadership Potential
00:12:56: Industry Insights: Data Integrity & Bias in AI
00:15:43: RI's Strategic Focus & Public Input Importance
00:20:17: Balancing AI Risks & Opportunities: Audience Q&A
00:28:32: Bridging Academia & Workforce Needs for AI

LINKS:

➤ ➤ ➤ Connect with Chris on social media
X ➤ https://X.com/TrailblazeCP
LinkedIn ➤ https://www.linkedin.com/in/trailblazecp/

➤ ➤ ➤ Connect with Jim Langevin on social media
LinkedIn ➤ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-langevin-581080261/

➤ ➤ ➤ Connect with Dr. Tim Henry on social media
LinkedIn ➤ https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothy-henry311/

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Welcome to AI Wave Season 3 Episode 1! In this episode, we explore the exciting world of AI in video creation and marketing.

Join us as we discuss how AI is revolutionizing content creation, and how it has evolved in just a few months. Discover the latest tools and techniques for leveraging AI to enhance your video content and engage your audience.

Now, the AI Task Force wants to hear from you! Fill out this survey to share your input on how the state should conduct potential AI integration.

➤ State of Rhode Island AI Task Force Public Input Survey: https://etss.ri.gov/data-and-ai/rhode-island-ai-task-force/public-input-survey

TIMESTAMPS:
00:00:00: Introduction
00:01:00: AI-Powered Video Editing
00:02:30: AI for Live Streaming
00:04:00: Thumbnail Creation with AI
00:05:30: AI in Video Marketing
00:06:30: Future Trends in AI Video
00:07:10: Concluding Remarks/Call to Action

LINKS:

➤ ➤ ➤ Connect with Chris on social media
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➤ ➤ ➤ Explore these AI Tools and Resources
➤ AI Task Force Survey: https://etss.ri.gov/data-and-ai/rhode-island-ai-task-force/public-input-survey
➤ Microsoft Copilot: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/excel/ai-for-excel
➤ Midjourney: https://www.midjourney.com/home
➤ DALL-E3: https://openai.com/index/dall-e-3/
➤ Adobe Firefly: https://www.adobe.com/products/firefly.html
➤ Runway: https://runwayml.com
➤ Pika Labs: https://pika.art/
➤ HeyGen: https://heygen.com/

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