Join us at the Mississippi Museum of Art on July12-13, 2024

380 S Lamar St, Jackson, MS 39201

Early Bird Registration Available until May 15, 2024
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The Mississippi AI Collaborative is revving up for Southern Spark, the must-attend conference for anyone passionate about artificial intelligence! Buckle up and prepare for an electrifying experience to spark innovation and collaboration across Mississippi and the Southern US.

Southern Spark is your chance to connect with a vibrant community of industry leaders, educators, researchers,and community innovators who are all eager to push the boundaries of what’s possible with AI. Register for our business, education, or community track for a customized experience. Prizes for the Mississippi AI-thon will be announced at the conference.

• Sharpen your skills: Learn from the best and refine your AI expertise in our “Cafe Co-Pilot” sponsored by Microsoft.
• Fuel your passion: Discover new ways to leverage AI in your business or learning environment.
• Collaborate: Network with a vibrant community driving the future of AI.
• Spark a revolution: Be part of the movement shaping the South’s AI landscape.

Keynote Speakers:
Kristina Ishmael, Strategic Advisor, Ishmael Consulting and Former Deputy Director Office of Educational Technology, U.S. Department of Education.

Dr. Nashlie Sephus, Principal AI/ML Evangelist for Amazon; Founder and CEO of The Bean Path

Krystal Chatman, Co-founder of the Mississippi AI Collaborative and Computer Science Teachers Association Mississippi President