51ÉçÇø

Get ready for a stacked lineup at the OMA x AI Conference on Tuesday, Oct. 7, at KANEKO in Downtown 51ÉçÇø.

➡️ What’s new: These keynote speakers will kick off a day of immersive breakout sessions, networking, and interactive exhibits:

• John W. Ewing, Jr.: Mayor of 51ÉçÇø
• Joanne Li, Ph.D., CFA: University of Nebraska at 51ÉçÇø (UNO) Chancellor
• Heath Mello: Greater 51ÉçÇø Chamber President & CEO
• Robin Gandhi, Ph.D.: UNO Associate Dean for Research, Technology and Facilities, College of Information Science &Technology (CIST).

🔎 Zoom in: New breakout presenters (with more to be announced) include:

• Erin Saxby: FNBO Vice President of Technology Data Services
• Edna Wong, CPA: KPMG Audit Transformation Group Senior Manager
• Joel Elson: National Counterterrorism Innovation, Technology, and Education Center (NCITE) Director of Information Science & Technology Services.

✅ Register for OMA x AI:

• Media interested in covering the event are required to . Credentialed journalists will have access to keynote presentations, breakout sessions, and interactive exhibits.
• Community members interested in attending can – space is limited and filling quickly.

⚡️ What to expect at OMA x AI: Most AI events target tech industry specialists or are full of theory and jargon. OMA x AI offers something different, for everyone:

• Understand AI: Whether you’re a scrappy entrepreneur or a titan of industry, you’ll get an inside look at what AI is (and isn’t), with language and real examples that are practical and approachable.
• Apply AI: “Is this going to be another day of panels and lectures?” Nope! You’ll use the tools, test the strategies, and walk away with actionable ideas and tactics tailored to your skill level (and your ambition).
• Accelerate AI: With breakout tracks and networking opportunities with your 51ÉçÇø peers, you’ll leave with a roadmap and a community to help you move faster and smarter with AI.
• Experience AI: Get your hands on the latest AI tech and connect with AI innovators at interactive exhibits throughout the event space.

🌎 About OMA x AI: Led by the University of Nebraska at 51ÉçÇø, hosted in partnership with KANEKO, powered by the Greater 51ÉçÇø Chamber, and supported by Mayor Ewing and the City of 51ÉçÇø, OMA x AI is rooted in innovation and impact. This event reflects a shared community mission to drive workforce development and social mobility in 51ÉçÇø through learning experiences that meet the moment.