ISU President’s Address
ISU President to address the Summit Attendees.
Advancing AI for Manufacturing through Public Private Partnerships
An overview of how government research and extramural programs are converging to accelerate AI adoption in manufacturing, including NIST’s upcoming AI for Resilient Manufacturing institute and opportunities for industry engagement.
Success Story #1 – Vision AI Efforts in Attribute Detections and Measurements
This session presents two industrial Vision AI case studies: attribute detection for image quality and missing or incorrect features, and vision‑based screen door measurements. Attendees will see real production results, accuracy outcomes, and lessons learned – focused on impact and applicability rather than implementation details.
Success Story #2 – Natural Language Search for Member Benefits
Discover how an AI‑powered natural language search makes member benefits easier to find. This session blends real examples, technical architecture, and live scenario walkthroughs to show how intuitive search improves member experience, reduces call volumes, and empowers both users and customer service teams.
M365 Copilot Rollout: Driving Adoption and Impact at Pella
Pella is unlocking the power of AI with Microsoft 365 Copilot. With industry‑leading adoption — 95% monthly use and 75% weekly — we’re among Microsoft’s top performers. Our people‑first approach empowers teams to innovate, boost productivity, and create real business value. This is how AI is reshaping work at Pella.
Facilitated Discussion: Leadership & Workforce
This facilitated session is an open, attendee-driven discussion focused on themes from the Leadership & Workforce track. Guided by the Summit Director, the conversation will surface key questions, challenges, and insights from participants while connecting perspectives across the group. Speakers will contribute, but the emphasis is on shared experiences around change management, culture, readiness, governance, and the human impact of AI adoption.
Closing Address
The Closing Address will focus on next steps, helping attendees build on insights and resources from the summit to advance AI in their organizations. It will recap key themes and encourage continued learning, experimentation, and connection beyond the event.
Networking Session
When the Smartest in the Room is No Longer Human
A keynote on the shift from AI as a tool to AI as a teammate, using real-world examples to explore how organizations must redesign platforms, governance, and workflows to stay competitive in an era of abundant intelligence.
Using AI to Drive Customer Clarity, Stronger Messaging, and Smarter Sales Decisions
This applied session shows how business and marketing leaders can use AI to gain customer clarity, strengthen messaging, and make smarter sales decisions. Through real-world examples and practical frameworks, attendees learn how to use AI as a strategic thinking partner, not a technical hurdle.