May 8-9, 2025
Morgan State University, School of Engineering DeLoach Auditorium
ABOUT THE SUMMIT
The AI Empowerment Summit brings together industry experts, educators, and thought leaders to explore the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) with a focus on inclusion. This twoday event will feature keynotes, panels, and workshops on AI’s impact on business, education, and cybersecurity, offering insights into creating pathways for underrepresented communities into highpaying AI careers.
As part of the STEM City USA Baltimore initiative, this summit builds on the success of the BEYA (Black Engineer of the Year Awards and Women of Color STEM Conferences, which have a 40-year legacy of connecting students and professionals with leading employers. STEM City Baltimore is positioned to continue this tradition, fostering opportunities for future AI leaders.
CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS
• Prompt Engineering Certification: A fast-growing field essential to the future of AI.
• AI Ethics and Responsible AI: Workshops focused on ethical AI development.
• Cybersecurity and AI: Exploring AI’s role in strengthening cybersecurity measures.
• Data-Driven Business Strategy: How AI can optimize business decisions.
DAY 1: EMPOWERING THROUGH AI
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM: Registration & Networking Breakfast
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM: Welcome Address
Dr. David Wilson, President, Morgan State University
Oscar Barton, Dean, School of Engineering, Morgan State University
Tyrone Taborn, CEO, Career Communications Group
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Keynote Address: AI for All – Shaping an Inclusive Future
Presented by industry experts on the importance of AI-driven inclusion.
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM: Panel Discussion: Inclusive Innovation – Building AI with Underrepresented Voices
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM: Seminar: Artificial Intelligence – Implications for Business Strategy
Explore how AI reshapes business operations.
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Cybersecurity & AI Seminar
Kevin K and experts discuss AI-driven cybersecurity innovations.
DAY 2: LEADING WITH AI AND INCLUSION
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM: Keynote Address: The Future of Work – How AI Will Shape Tomorrow’s Workforce Exploring AI’s role in creating jobs and ensuring equitable opportunities.
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Fireside Chat: AI and Education – Preparing the Next Generation
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Seminar: AI, Data, and Inclusion – Leveraging Data for Equitable Solutions**
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM: Panel Discussion: AI Policy – Shaping Regulatory Frameworks for Inclusion and Innovation
MEAL FUNCTION RATES
• AI Awards Lunch: $150
• AI Awards Dinner: $250
• Networking Reception: $100
These events provide additional opportunities to connect with industry leaders, experts, and peers in a more intimate setting.
PRICING INFORMATION
• General Admission: $495
• Early Bird Registration: $395 (available until [insert early bird deadline])
• Student Admission: $150
• Group Rate: $450 per person (for groups of 5 or more)
• Virtual Access: $250
• All-Inclusive Registration: $850 (Includes full access to the summit, AI Awards Lunch, Dinner, and Reception)
Registration includes access to all keynote speeches, panel discussions, seminars, and networking sessions, along with breakfast and lunch on both days.
EARLY SUPPORTERS
This initiative is supported by leading figures and organizations such as Linda Gooden, Freeman Hrabowski, Rodney Adkins, Lydia Thomas, David Steward, and Bank of America
Their investments have positioned STEM City USA Baltimore as a national leader in AI workforce development.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
For more details and to register for the AI Empowerment Summit, please visit: www.stemcityusa.com
