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Washington, D.C., is where possibility has always met policy, and AI presents unparalleled opportunities for tackling global challenges.
NVIDIA’s AI Summit in Washington, set for October 7-9, will gather industry leaders to explore how AI addresses some of society’s most significant challenges.
Held at the Ronald Reagan Building and JW Marriott in the heart of the nation’s capital, the event will focus on the potential of AI to drive breakthroughs in healthcare, cybersecurity, manufacturing and more.
Attendees will hear from industry leaders in 50 sessions, live demos and hands-on workshops covering such topics as generative AI, remote sensing, cybersecurity, robotics and industrial digitalization.
Throughout the conference, speakers will touch on sustainability, economic development and AI for good.
A highlight of the event is the special address by Bob Pette, vice president of enterprise platforms at NVIDIA, on October 8.
Pette will explain how NVIDIA’s accelerated computing platform enables advancements in sensor processing, autonomous systems, and digital twins. These AI applications offer wide-reaching benefits across industries.
Following Pette’s keynote, Greg Estes, vice president of corporate marketing and developer programs at NVIDIA, will discuss how the company’s AI platform is empowering millions of developers worldwide.
Estes will provide insights into NVIDIA’s workforce development programs, which are designed to prepare the next generation of AI talent through hands-on training and certifications.
He’ll spotlight NVIDIA’s extensive training initiatives, including those offered at the AI Summit and throughout the year via the NVIDIA Deep Learning Institute, emphasizing how these programs are equipping individuals with the critical skills needed in the AI-driven economy.
Estes will also share examples of successful collaborations with federal and state governments, as well as educational institutions, that are helping to expand AI education and workforce development efforts.
In addition, Estes will highlight opportunities for organizations to partner with NVIDIA in broadening AI training and reskilling initiatives, ensuring that more professionals can contribute to and benefit from the rapid advancements in AI technology.
Other notable speakers include Lisa Einstein, chief AI scientist at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), who will offer an executive perspective in her session, “Navigating the Future of Cyber Operations with AI.”
This session will provide critical insights into how AI is transforming the landscape of cyber operations and securing national infrastructure.
Additionally, Sheri Bachstein, CEO of The Weather Company, will focus on how AI-driven tools are addressing environmental challenges like climate monitoring, while Helena Fu, director at the U.S. Department of Energy, will speak to the role of AI in bolstering national security and advancing sustainable technologies.
With more than 60 sessions planned, the summit will explore critical topics such as generative AI, sustainable computing and AI policy.
Key sessions include Kari Briski, vice president of generative AI software product management at NVIDIA, discussing the impact of NVIDIA’s generative AI platform across industries, and Rev Lebaredian, vice president of Omniverse and simulation technology, covering the future of physical AI, robotics and autonomy.
Renee Wegrzyn, director of ARPA-H, and Rory Kelleher, who leads global business development for healthcare and life sciences at NVIDIA, will delve into AI-enabled healthcare, while Tanya Das, from the Bipartisan Policy Center, will examine how AI can drive scientific discovery, economic growth and national security.
Live demos will showcase groundbreaking innovations such as NVIDIA’s Earth-2, a climate forecasting tool, alongside advancements in quantum computing and robotics. A panel of NVIDIA experts, including Nikki Pope and Leon Derczynski, will address the tools ensuring safe and responsible AI deployment.
Hands-on technical workshops will offer attendees opportunities to earn certifications in data science, generative AI and other essential skills for the future workforce.
These sessions will provide participants with the tools needed to help Americans thrive in an AI-driven economy, enhancing productivity and creating new career opportunities.
The summit will feature over 95 sponsors, including Microsoft, Dell and Lockheed Martin, showcasing how AI is transforming industries.
Attendees will be able to engage with these partners in the expo hall and explore how AI solutions are being implemented to drive positive change in the public and private sectors.
Whether attending in person or virtually, the NVIDIA AI Summit will provide insights into how AI is contributing to solutions for today’s most significant challenges.