At our April 16th IKNS Seminar (entitled Beyond Chatbots: How GenAI Can Unlock Real Business Value Through Enterprise-Wide Transformation) and networking reception, Katherine Koontz, IKNS lecturer and former Global Head of Data and AI for Healthcare and Life Sciences at Amazon Web Services, brings 30 years of experience in data, analytics, and AI to share practical insights on how businesses are leveraging generative AI and intelligent agents to transform their operations and create sustainable competitive advantage.

As Generative AI rapidly evolves, organizations are discovering applications that extend far beyond basic chatbots. This IKNS Seminar will explore how businesses are practically implementing AI across their operations, from automating complex back-office processes to enhancing decision-making in supply chain management.

Join us on Wednesday, April 16th, at 6:00 pm ET, either in person at Columbia’s Casa Italiana or via live stream on Zoom. A networking reception for guests will follow the in-person presentation.

Agenda:
6:00 – Check In
6:15 – Seminar Presentation
7:00 – Q & A
7:15 – Networking Reception

Not able to make it at the particular time? RSVP anyway, and we will send you the recording.

For all other questions, please contact Michael Karbowiak (mk3866@columbia.edu).

To ensure a smooth experience, please note that all registered guests should enter campus through the Italian Academy’s main entrance at 1161 Amsterdam Avenue. We recommend allowing a little extra time for campus access and event check-in.

When you arrive, please have the following ready:

• CUID holders: a government-issued ID and your active Columbia University ID.
• Non-CUID holders: a government-issued ID.

To obtain additional information about program offerings at Columbia University’s School of Professional Studies, please contact an Admissions Counselor at inquire@sps.columbia.edu.

If you require closed captioning, sign-language interpretation or any other disability accommodations, please contact Disability Services, disability@columbia.edu, at least 10 days in advance. Services requested less than 10 days in advance cannot be guaranteed.

Please visit Columbia University’s Hub for Emergency Preparedness to stay up to date on the latest campus health and safety policies.

This event is open to individuals irrespective of identity and sex.