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AI is revolutionizing how people are working and doing business, so why does it scare some people while exciting and inspiring others? This presentation promises to demystify the hype, provide historical context, and illuminate the limitless possibilities for transforming industries, enhancing customer experiences, and revolutionizing problem-solving. Reserve now and be part of the conversation that might reshape the way you perceive AI's role in our world.

Dr. Semmy Purewal is a software consultant who currently resides in Asheville where he is starting a consulting business. He has spent the past decade working as a software engineer for several large Silicon Valley companies including Netflix and Meta (formerly Facebook). Before that, he was an Assistant Professor at UNC Asheville.   

Dr. Sara Van Wart is an Assistant Professor of Computer Science at UNC Asheville. After receiving her Ph.D. in Information Science from the UC Berkeley School of Information she taught at Northwestern University. Prior to academia, she worked as a software designer/developer, building data and communication systems to support public accountability for city and regional development projects.   .

Jeffrey Kaplan is an award-winning entrepreneur, published author, and professional speaker on the topics of entrepreneurial development and startup ecosystems who currently serves as the Director of Venture Asheville. Prior to leading Venture Asheville, Jeffrey worked for a number of startups in product development spanning ed-tech, healthcare, pet-tech, a dating site, and an internet-connected kegerator

Here are the details:

WHAT:  LAF's September 27th Critical Issues luncheon

WHERE: The Country Club of Asheville, 170 Windsor Road

TIME:  Food service begins at 11:45am, the program at 12Noon

COST: $25 for LAF members, $35 for others

Reservations required by 12 noon Wednesday, Sept 20th. RSVP to Nancy Williams at nwilliam@unca.edu