Wes Shields
Linkedin Top AI Voice | AI Strategist, Speaker & Instructor| US Navy Supply Officer | Promoting the Science of Informed Decision making through Data Analytics and AI technologies
New York City, New York, United States
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Wes Shields, Principal and founder of Synthminds.AI, leads a team of 15 experts, propelling clients' AI strategies and objectives with ethical and innovative solutions. Under his stewardship, his full-service Artificial Intelligence agency provides bespoke services that exceed their strategic needs to an extensive list of clientele from academia to various industries including aviation, customer service, legal, marketing, logistics, education and technology. He was named one of the first 18 global “OpenAI Experts”, an endorsement awarded and recognized formally by OpenAI. Shields' exemplary work has earned him and his Synthminds team the "Expert-Vetted" AI Consultant accolade from Upwork, a title conferred on the top 1% of the 18 million professionals on the platform.
Recognized as an accomplished strategist and speaker in the field of AI, he is also the host of the popular podcast, 'How to Talk to AI.' He has a notable presence on Promptbase.com, the premier prompt sales marketplace, where his prompts rank him amongst the top 200 worldwide.
Shields possesses an impressive academic portfolio, holding an MS in Operations Research from the Naval Postgraduate School, an MBA from the Mason School of Business at The College of William & Mary, and a BS in Economics from the esteemed United States Naval Academy. His contributions to academic research, particularly in the domains of complex network science and logistics technology integration, have been published and recognized, earning him graduate certifications from both the Kegan-Flagler School of Business at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill and the Naval Postgraduate School.
For more insights into his professional pursuits and areas of interest, visit https://synthminds.ai/.
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Empowerment in AI: Female Veterans Redefining Tech Leadership
Join us for a powerful and inspiring panel discussion featuring Emily McMahan, Maili Neverosky, and M. Alejandra Parra-Orlandoni (Mapo), as they share their trailblazing journeys in AI and technology. This panel celebrates the empowerment of female veterans who are redefining leadership roles in the tech industry, drawing parallels between their military experiences to their roles in AI venture capital, technology and ethics.
Emily McMahan: Emily's transition from a military police officer and West Point graduate to a leading investor in AI and technology exemplifies the empowerment and resilience of female leaders. Her work at AIN Ventures showcases how women can drive innovation and shape the future of technology.
Maili Neverosky: As the Chief Growth Officer at Conveyer AI, Naval Academy graduate and veteran, Maili's Naval background and leadership highlight the significant contributions of women in tech, particularly in AI technology sectors. Her story is a testament to the power of diverse leadership in advancing the field.
M. Alejandra Parra-Orlandoni (Mapo): Mapo's journey from the Naval Academy to MIT to Harvard to now the VP of Ethical Innovation & Privacy at Takeda, along with her experiences at Meta and McKinsey's Quantum Black, illustrates the vital role of women in shaping ethical and responsible AI practices. Her leadership journey is an inspiration to women aspiring to make a mark in technology and AI.
Moderated by Wes Shields, an AI entrepreneur and explorer with deep military tiers, this panel will not only explore their unique journeys from military service to influential roles in AI but also highlight how these female veterans are carving new paths and setting standards in tech leadership. Our aim is to inspire and empower, underscoring the critical importance of female voices in shaping the future of AI and technology.
Asking AI the Right Questions: ChatGPT's Role in Transforming Data Science Learning and Under
This talk offers a groundbreaking perspective on how non-technical users can harness the power of Operations Research and Data Science through AI, particularly using ChatGPT, by asking the right questions…and no math or code. We will explore how, with the right guidance, prompt engineering and agentic creation, non-technical individuals can achieve results that were once only possible for those with deep technical expertise.
Empowering the Public Sector: Generative AI in Organizational Learning
In an age where technology and governance intertwine seamlessly, the potential of Generative AI to elevate the learning curve within governmental organizations stands unparalleled. This speech aims to delve deep into the transformative power of AI tools, like GPT-4, and their capability to tailor to the unique needs of distinct government departments.
Key Takeaways:
Current Challenges in Web-Based Training: We'll delve into the pressing issues the federal government faces in its current web-based training strategy. The fragmented landscape of online training resources, coupled with a lack of tailored solutions, often leaves governmental departments with inadequate or mismatched training modules, not meeting the ultimate intent of any training--to increase personnel readiness. Addressing these challenges head-on, we'll explore potential AI-driven solutions to bring about a more cohesive and effective training ecosystem within the government.
Personalized Learning Agents: Understand the monumental shift AI brings in by catering to individual departmental requirements. Tailoring learning can significantly impact the efficiency and efficacy of training and onboarding processes within the public sector.
Practical Implementations & Demonstrative Case Studies: Drawing from real-world applications, attendees will gain insights into the successes and challenges faced by governmental organizations globally. These case studies provide a roadmap for integrating AI-driven pedagogical tools in public sector institutions.
Government leaders and officials will be equipped with the knowledge and tools to reconsider and reshape their existing educational and training strategies. By embracing AI's potential, they can ensure that their departments are primed for the future, fostering an environment of continual learning and adaptation.
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