Thursday, Aug 24
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08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Registration & Breakfast
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09:00 AM - 09:10 AM
Opening Remarks
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09:10 AM - 09:30 AM
Host & Sponsors Introductions
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09:35 AM - 09:55 AM
Tim Toohill Chief Technology Officer & Co-Founder @ Certus Group
AI-Generated Graph Database Queries - Developing an algorithm that uses an LLM to support Natural Language Queries (NLQs) ...
We start by reviewing different types of databases, such as SQL, NoSQL, and graph databases, and we discuss the advantages of each for NLQ. We then identify a dataset that we can use to answer questions. We build a relatively simple ETL pipeline to load the dataset into a property graph. Using Python, we walk through the implementation of an algorithm to align a Large Language Model (LLM) to the property graph schema and process its output. Finally, we will see how I implemented NLQ in a full stack property graph application. -
10:00 AM - 10:20 AM
Ruby Rubio President & CEO @ Ops Tech Alliance
Safeguarding the Invisible: Identifying and Addressing Cyber Footprints and Vulnerabilities ...
In our hyperconnected world, both individuals and businesses create cyber footprints, leaving digital breadcrumbs that can reveal sensitive information. These footprints carry significant privacy and security implications, making it crucial to understand and manage them for online safety.<br /><br />This talk explores the concept of cyber footprints for individuals and businesses, addressing potential risks like identity theft, data breaches, and targeted cyber attacks. Our focus is on raising awareness and sharing real-world examples of the consequences of unmanaged cyber footprints.<br /><br />We will also discuss practical strategies for managing cyber footprint vulnerabilities, emphasizing the importance of fostering a culture of security and privacy awareness. By the end of the session, attendees will better understand their cyber footprints and the need for proactive monitoring and threat mitigation. -
10:20 AM - 10:50 AM
Break
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10:50 AM - 11:10 AM
Julianne Jochym Senior Director of Strategy and Analytics @ Orlando City SC
Translating Sports Business Data Into Insights ...
In the dynamic landscape of sports business, harnessing the power of data is paramount for strategic decision-making. Understanding that importance, Orlando City SC and Orlando Pride created their first fully-dedicated Strategy & Analytics department last year. Titled "Translating Sports Business Data Into Insights”, this session draws from the speaker's 11 years of experience, including roles at the San Francisco 49ers and National Hockey League, alongside their current position as the Senior Director of Strategy & Analytics at Orlando. By delving into real-world case studies, it will uncover how sports teams and leagues are using data to enhance fan experiences, optimize revenue and drive efficiencies – including real-time feedback at the 49ers and Net Promoter Score (NPS) analysis for every NHL Club. -
11:15 AM - 11:35 AM
Jared Lander Chief Data Scientist @ Lander Analytics
Model Shootout: Comparing Linear Models, Trees and Neural Networks for Binary Classification ...
When analyzing data there are so many different kinds of models to choose from. Generalized linear models, tree-based models, neural networks, ensembles of all these. For a given problem set, we'll compare a number of differrent models and see which did best, to find the pareto optimum of performance and speed. -
11:40 AM - 12:00 PM
Joe Marlo Senior Data Scientist @ Lander Analytics
C I Can Do More ...
GitHub Actions for data science pipelines. Leveraging CI/CD for more than unit tests. Deploy apps, fit models, and score your data automatically. -
12:00 PM - 01:10 PM
Lunch
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01:10 PM - 01:30 PM
Tanya Cashorali CEO @ TCB Analytics
NBA Team Scores a Slam Dunk with Shiny, Increasing Ad Spend ROI by 2x ...
Online advertising is incredibly oversaturated and it's difficult to stand out from the competition. As the cost for ads increases, the effectiveness of online ad spend is decreasing. An NBA team wanted to hyper target their online campaigns to their fans to sell more tickets. We implemented a solution in Shiny to identify the highest value fan segments and key attributes of those segments to inform ad targeting through intelligent keyword selection. The team is seeing a 2x return on ad spend after using this solution. I’ll review lessons learned in developing a data science product with non-technical users, best practices in incorporating domain expertise, and tips for implementing a big data solution in a cost-effective way. -
01:35 PM - 02:15 PM
Brett Goldstein Special Advisor to the Chancellor @ Vanderbilt University
Hacking Silos: Everything You Wanted to Know but Were Afraid to Ask ...
Silos can hinder the progress of innovation and expedient transformations, often inducing stagnation across a broad array of sectors - from governments to startups and burgeoning enterprises. This presentation delves into an unconventional career trajectory, each stage of which demanded the dismantling of these silos, paving the way for pivotal breakthroughs and fostering innovation. Attendees will not only gain valuable insights into the dynamics of silo-busting, but they will also learn key lessons that can be applied to their own professional endeavors, promoting growth and fostering innovation in their respective fields. -
02:15 PM - 02:45 PM
Break
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02:45 PM - 03:05 PM
Malcolm Hawker Head of Data Strategy @ Profisee
The Future of Master Data Management ...
As data volumes grow exponentially and organizations adjust to a new normal of constant disruption, business and data leaders are increasingly expected move at a pace and dexterity as never before experienced. Sitting at the core of this chaos is the data that’s always mattered the most, master data. In a world of transformation and change, companies that leverage modern, adaptive, and intuitive approaches to MDM processes and technologies will out-pace their competitors, and those who fail to embrace them will be left behind. In this presentation, Malcolm Hawker, ex-Gartner MDM analyst shares his insights into the future of MDM, including: -Why MDM will remain relevant -What ‘modern’ MDM will look like in the future -The future state MDM technical landscape -What data leaders should start doing to prepare -
03:10 PM - 03:30 PM
Lisa Sanders Director of Science and Technology @ SOF AT&L
How to Share your Technology with US Special Operations Command ...
Overview of SOCOM Science & Technology focus areas, priorities, and budget, along with engagement opportunities. -
03:30 PM - 03:40 PM
Closing Remarks
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05:30 PM - 08:30 PM
Happy Hour
Happy Hour at American Social ...
Please join us for Happy Hour at American Social. Drinks & appetizers provided. 601 S Harbour Island Blvd, Tampa, FL 33602
Friday, Aug 25
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09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Registration & Breakfast
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10:00 AM - 10:10 AM
Opening Remarks
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10:10 AM - 10:30 AM
Mauro Costa Founder & CEO @ Bulkitrade, Inc.
Data Driven International Distribution ...
The company is building a B2B marketplace that connects emerging food & beverage brands with international retailers, wholesalers and distributors. We combine shopping, shipping, payment solutions and data on a single platform. Based on our model, we do not need physical infrastructure overhead to scale given the focus on aggregation theory principles. Once we start collecting Point-Of-Sale data we will be able to predict demand and build AI/ML to enable discovering and matching of new products. At the same, we will be able to optimize sourcing and logistics. -
10:35 AM - 10:55 AM
Adnan Masood, PhD Microsoft MVP and Regional Director @ UST
Innovate and Transform: Building and Deploying Generative AI Models with Azure OpenAI ...
The field of artificial intelligence (AI) has made significant advancements in recent years, with generative AI models becoming increasingly popular for various applications. In this hands-on session, participants will learn the essentials of generative AI and explore the capabilities of Azure OpenAI, a powerful cloud- based AI platform. The session aims to equip attendees with the knowledge and skills required to create, deploy, and scale generative AI models efficiently. -
11:00 AM - 11:20 AM
Pradnya Chavan Strategic Projects Manager @ Verisk Analytics
Are your product operations holding back innovations? ...
Analytics product operations serves as a junction of product, engineering, and customer journey, and is an integral part of any product. Successful product operations lead to competitive products by continuously setting new industry standards. How do we achieve this level of excellence in our existing products? This can be achieved by setting the right vision for the product’s future, technology and employing standard practices. In this session, you will learn: 1) How to make different technologies within one organization collaborate with each other without worrying about expensive collaboration tools. 2) How cloud technology can make your product better. 3) How to constructively impact your work culture. 4) What external tools can add value to your products. 5) How to establish the present state of your product and build SLAs and metrics around it -
11:20 AM - 11:50 AM
Break
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11:50 AM - 12:10 PM
Charity Golden Co-Founder & Chief Growth Officer @ A-LOCK
The Humanity of Data & Analytics ...
“The Humanity of Data” will explore the “why” behind analytics. Too often, companies react to the whims and insights in data without considering its broader meaning, impact on the world, or how they can help. This talk will challenge companies to develop a rigorous “rubric of consideration” based in their values so they can avoid chasing trends, be good stewards of their resources, and focus on their authentic drivers of “why”, “who” and “how”. -
12:15 PM - 12:45 PM
Dan Folliard Chief Data and Artificial Intelligence Officer @ USSOCOM CDAO
Fireside Chat
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12:50 PM - 01:05 PM
Jake Dyal CEO @ Certus Group
Organizational Effects driven by Ontologies ...
How organizations can bake their goals into data structures to enable decision-making for more aligned organizational effects. -
01:05 PM - 02:15 PM
Lunch
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02:15 PM - 02:35 PM
Gus Lipkin Data Scientist @ Lander Analytics
Machine Learning for People ...
Through a practical example, we explore the strategic art of selecting machine learning models tailored to specific situational needs, shifting the focus beyond pure accuracy. We take into account both computational expense and ease of understanding when sharing models with others to build a balanced approach to model selection that combines both functional effectiveness and interpretability. -
02:40 PM - 03:00 PM
Sarah Adams Program Analyst/Intelligence Systems Support Office & Author @ U.S. Department of Defense
The Metis Analytics AI Agent: A Case Study in Benghazi ...
A first look into a customized AI Agent developed by deep learning company Metis Analytics. The example shown will be from a case study into the al-Qa’ida terrorist attacks in Benghazi, Libya, in September 2012. Metis Analytics is a geospatial AI company which was recently founded in St. Louis, Missouri with the sole mission of helping OSINT analysts leverage artificial intelligence to gain timely and crucial insights for Public Safety and Defense missions. The company has recently launched the Metis OS Platform which enables OSINT analysts to visualize, analyze and report their spatial data using the AI Agent that will be showcased to provide actionable intelligence. Metis Analytics developed the tool to provide first responders and warfighters with timely insights and critical intelligence about their mission environments. -
03:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Break
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03:30 PM - 03:50 PM
Paul Stewart Assistant Member @ Moffitt Cancer Center
Cancer, big data, and bioinformatics ...
Big data is changing our understanding of tumor biology. I will talk about some basic concepts of cancer research, and I will show some examples of how we are using biological data science ("bioinformatics") to identify new drug treatments and early detection biomarkers for cancer. -
03:55 PM - 04:15 PM
Joe Blankenship Chief Data Officer & Co-Founder @ Certus Group
Building Smart Cities: Infrastructure, Data, and People ...
Smart environments are everywhere. Modern spaces and industries continue to embrace this reality, implementing a variety of smart devices into their environments. This presentation examines the fundamentals of building smart environments through a case study on smart maritime systems. We will examine the concepts, infrastructure, and challenges that exist in these environments, outlining the benefits, costs, and value within the modern smart city. -
04:15 PM - 04:25 PM
Closing Remarks
