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Sponsored by: TWFS, Scientific Logic, LookingGlassCyber, FairfaxCity

In this interview Michael discusses with Al Naqvi how RPA is a "doer" why A.I. is the "thinker" in automation and how everyone will be impacted by RPA in the future.

Michael is the Executive Director of Strategy and Business Development at Blue Prism. Blue Prism was named as one of the Best Workplaces for Innovation by Fast Co.

His specialities include: Robotic Process Automation (RPA), Intelligent Automation, Strategy, Leadership, Business Development, Analytics and Analytic Solutions, Credit Scoring, Information/Data Management, Technology, Financial Services, Small Business, Risk Management, Government Contracting, Consulting Services, Decision Management Software and Solutions, Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Software and Solutions.

Michael is a graduate of Muhlenberg College in Pennsylvania.

A new program and host, Al Naqvi and the AI Experience on WERA 96.7 FM and on podcasts.

Sponsored by: Fairfax City, LookingGlassCyber and Science Logic. With sponsor by Brookfield Properties.

He tell us who is guests are going to be and the format--not an interview style.

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What makes work worthwhile?

Asaad speaks to the issues that divide us and make us less productive in our work--especially STEM. Our beliefs, values and attitudes can unite us or separate us. The Yin and Yang. If we are to solve the world's problems with the use of technology we have to understand ourselves, others and what our goals are.

Sponsors: Fairfax City, LookingGlassCyber, Science Logic

Sponsored by: LookingGlassCyber, ScienceLogic,FairfaxCity, VA

Danny's enthusiastic view of the Cloud as a career is the result of early years in a variety of Internet related jobs--help desk operator to start.

He graduated with a degree in Physics but at the time (2008-20009) there were no jobs so he took a job with a temp. agcy--the rest his history.

Listen to his story of persistence in the presence of adversity.

Recommended sources for additonal information:techgenix.com,https://www.quora.com

Dr. Terry Gudaitis is the Director of the Intelligence Analysis Program in the Department of Criminology, Law and Society. Dr. Gudaitis is the Owner/CEO of Mindstar Security & Profiling, LLC which specializes in custom cyber security, physical security, and risk management solutions for Family Offices, high net worth persons, and their families. Terry started her career as a CIA operations officer and behavioral profiler at the Counterterrorism Center. She left government service to pursue the expansion of profiling techniques as they applied to hackers and Internet/social media users for the commercial sector. Prior to forming her own firm, Terry was the Vice President and Cyber Intelligence Director at Cyveillance, held senior positions at SAIC, Psynapse Technologies LLC and Global Integrity Corporation.

In addition to her corporate related work, Terry is on the Advisory Board of Mi3 Security, SocialTrendly, and TechnoSecurity; has served on the United States Secret Service Advisory Board for Insider Threat; trained investigators at the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children; and, regularly presents at national and international conferences. Terry is also a featured speaker at the International Spy Museum in Washington, DC. She has published numerous journal articles and her most current book publications include Social Engineering – Low Tech Hacking (2011) and Deception in the Digital Age which was released in August 2017.

Terry’s academic background includes a BA from SUNY-Binghamton and a Master’s Degree and PhD in criminal psychology from University of Florida.

Cheryl is señor vice president of education policy and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation. She has overall responsibility for linking the foremast leaders in education, workforce and business to solve problems related to skills and preparation for a changing workforce/

Sponsors: Fairfax City, Looking Glass Cyber

SPONSORS: LOOKING GLASS CYBER, SCIENCELOGIC, FAIRFAXCITY

Dr. Rao has 30 years of experience in implementing data science, machine learning, and AI software, services and solutions in Digital, Retail, Risk, Compliance, R&D, IT, Operations, Marketing, Finance, and Sales.

He is known for his ability to influence governmental and organizational executives and senior management to identify and implement data and information change management.

He practices consultative approach involving situation assessment, precise needs identification, organizational readiness preparation, and information-based strategies.

He enabled numerous agencies and enterprises to reap innovative and significant business benefits. He founded Amruta Inc with a vision to expand and spread the benefits to contemporary organizations.

He has a PhD in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research, with minors in Computer Science, Statistics, and Mathematics.

Danny Huston is an IT Cloud Architect with 9 years experience in the IT industry. He works for a small cloud services start-up company called Ampsight where he is the lead DevOps and Cloud engineer for their government customer. He has held many jobs in the IT industry including Desktop Support, Network Analyst, Linux Systems Administrator, and Automation Engineer. Danny is a graduate of Christopher Newport University with a B.S. in Applied Physics.

Sponsors: LookingGlassCyber, ScientificLogic and Fairfax City

Host: Victor deLeon

Joanna Harvey, a native of southern California, started her career in 2007 as a digital production assistant for MTV Online. She excelled so much in digital media that she quickly served as the lead strategist for clients such as Jason Carter for Governor, Lindt & Sprungli, eOne Films. She also worked with several high-profile Latino nonprofit organizations, including the Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute, the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and the Hispanic IT Executive Council. Today she is the CEO of Laurus Digital, a strategic digital media consulting firm that she founded in 2013. Prior to moving to D.C., Ms. Harvey previously resided in Canada, Argentina, and Germany and is fluent in Spanish and German.

Joanna earned a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from UCLA and is an alumna of the Stanford Latino Entrepreneurship Initiative from Stanford University.

Sponsors: LookingGlassCyber, ScienceLogic

Nisha has multiple years of professional experience in the data science field and has led data science teams at Booz Allen Hamilton and at Discovery Communications. She has built algorithms for marketing purposes and has shaped data-driven decision making across companies. She is currently leading the technical team at Data Society, as the Director of Data Science. She manages all content creation for their clients interested in training and also leads technical projects on the consulting side. She is passionate about spreading data literacy across industries