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Friday, May 29th, 2026
ElevateHER AI Summit
Event Details
- Friday, May 29th, 2026
- 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Atlanta Tech Park, 107 Technology Parkway Peachtree Corners, GA 30092
ElevateHER AI Summit is where women rock the future of AI, live and in person!
Join us at the ElevateHER AI Summit—an immersive experience for women entrepreneurs ready to leverage AI to grow, automate, and scale their businesses. Learn practical strategies, connect with like-minded founders, and walk away with tools you can implement immediately.
Agenda
Hands-on learning session for interested participants.
Inspiring stories from women in AI.
Industry leaders discuss trends, opportunities and the future of AI.
Continue the conversation and build connections.
470 991 6774
Past Events
BOLLYWOOD
Bingo Night
Experience Excitement with Purpose
LIVE MUSIC | BOLLYWOOD BINGO DRINKS & DINNER | AI SHOW & TELL
- Music
- Bingo
- Entertainment
Join us for an unforgettable evening at our fun-filled Gala
Fundraiser supporting
ElevateHer AI Summit
SATURDAY, APRIL 18 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Atlanta Tech Park, Peachtree Corners, GA
470 991 6774
Chief Guest
NIKHIL DESHPANDE
Nikhil Deshpande is Georgia’s Chief Digital and AI Officer, leading statewide digital transformation and responsible AI initiatives. He has made Georgia a national leader in accessible, user-centered technology, serving millions. Recognized among top public-sector innovators, he holds advanced degrees in Human-Computer Interaction and Information Design.
Keynote Speaker
Gabriel Millien
Technology and AI Strategy Advisor
Topic: AI Strategy Execution, Responsible AI Leadership & Governance
Gabriel Millien is a Technology & AI Strategy Advisor who helps leaders turn AI ambition into measurable results. With 15+ years of experience guiding Fortune 500 organizations including Nestlé, Pfizer, and Sanofi, he has led transformations delivering over $100M in impact. Gabriel works at the intersection of strategy, operations, and AI governance—ensuring organizations apply intelligent systems responsibly while preserving human judgment, accountability, and trust.
Panelist
Preeti Tanwar
CEO | HiEd success, ElevateHER
Topic: AI for Education
Session: AI Show & Tell
Preeti Tanwar is a Social Entrepreneur and AI Influencer, and the Founder & CEO of HiEd Success and ElevateHER—an ecosystem for women to lead in AI. With over 23 years of experience spanning AI, technology, and higher education, she focuses on driving AI adoption and building AI-ready talent. She is passionate about responsible AI, innovation, and helping individuals and institutions unlock opportunities, lead with confidence, and thrive in an AI-driven future.
Dr. Beverly Wright
Executive in Residence; Data Science & AI Leader
Georgia State University | University of Georgia | Wavicle Data Solutions
Topic: Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical AI, Human-AI Collaboration, Analytics Leadership, Consumer Insights, Marketing Analytics, Social Impact Analytics
Session: AI Show & Tell
Dr. Beverly Wright is an accomplished data science and AI leader, serving as Executive in Residence at Georgia State University, Academic Director for Data Science & AI at the University of Georgia, and Data Science & ML Consultant at Wavicle Data Solutions. A recognized thought leader, she speaks globally on data science, ethical AI, and human-AI collaboration, and leads a nonprofit applying analytics to address critical social challenges.
Krish Kannan
Director, Cloud Hyperscaler & Industry GTM
NetApp
Topic: Cloud Hyperscaler Alliances, Multi-Cloud Strategy, Generative AI Adoption, FinOps & Cloud Economics, Enterprise Migration.
Session: Mid Career Professionals
Krish Kannan is a transformative business leader with 25+ years of experience driving revenue growth and pioneering global go-to-market strategies. As Director of Cloud Hyperscaler & Industry GTM at NetApp, he accelerates enterprise adoption of AI and virtualization workloads across AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud. A former AWS leader and FinOps pioneer, he specializes in hyperscaler partnerships, cloud economics, and multi-cloud business value.
Su Rayburn
VP, Information Management & Analytics
Delta Community Credit Union
Topic: Data & Analytics/AI Management & Governance, Decision Intelligence & Governance
Session: AI Show & Tell, Moderator- Leader, Speed Networking
Dr. Sujatha (Su) Rayburn is Vice President of Information Management & Analytics at Delta Community Credit Union, where she defines and executes the enterprise data and analytics vision to deliver measurable business impact. With 25+ years across IT and Data & Analytics, she translates strategy into actionable decisioning solutions. Su holds a doctorate in business administration, a master’s in information systems, the CAP®, CDMP®, and AIGP certifications, and has held senior roles at Equifax, Cox Automotive, and GE.
Natalie Hogg
CEO & Founder
Method Q
Topic: AI in Marketing, Sales & Everyday Business
Natalie Hogg is CEO and founder of Method Q, a marketing consultancy advising PE-backed service companies and B2B SaaS firms on revenue-focused strategy. A self-described fintech payments nerd, her roots in the space are personal — her grandfather helped build the infrastructure for direct deposit at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in the 1970s. She co-founded Evermore Village, serves on the board of StandUp for Kids Atlanta, and produces Beyond the Method, a series exploring leadership in the AI era.
Barbara Jones-Brown
CEO & Founder | Freeing Returns
Topic: AI, Fundraising, Entrepreneurship
Session: AI Show & Tell, Panelist- Entrepreneur
Barbara Jones, CEO of Freeing Returns, is a Gulf War Vet & tech founder using AI to cut retail fraud. Backed by Serena Ventures with $4M+ raised.
Priya Sarathy
Director Center for Data Sciences and Analytics | KSU
Topic:Experiential learning, Building AI fluency, AI governance, Data strategy for AI
Session: AI Show & Tell
Dr. Priya Sarathy is a thought leader and keynote speaker in data strategy and AI leadership, with over 30 years of experience across finance, healthcare, retail, and B2B services, she helps organizations build resilient, data-driven foundations. She founded Wheel Data Strategies, is the author of AI Leadership Compass, and currently is the Director of Center for Data sciences and Analytics at Kennesaw State University.
Tope Mitchell
CEO | Reflekt Me
Topic: The AI Triple Threat: Scaling Sales, Standardizing Social Proof, and Onboarding Global Teams with Gemini, ChatGPT, and NotebookLM.
Session: AI Show & Tell
Dr. Tope Mitchell is a powerhouse at the intersection of sociology, strategy, and technology, transforming retail through inclusion and cultural relevance. A multicultural strategist and VC-backed tech founder, she brings intellectual rigor and entrepreneurial vision as CEO of Reflekt Me. Redefining personalization, she helps brands increase sales conversion—turning browsers into buyers through inclusive social proof. Inspired by her children, she empowers global retailers to move to authentic representation, driven to lead with both purpose and wonder.
Romayne Cachart
Project Manager | Siemens (Contracting)
Topic: AI in project Management
Session: AI Show & Tell
Experienced Project Manager with 12+ years leading large-scale cloud migration and cybersecurity initiatives. Holding a Master’s in Technology Management along with PMP and CCISO certifications, I specialize in driving complex transformation programs from strategy to execution. I deliver secure, scalable solutions by leading cross-functional teams, aligning stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with security standards. My expertise includes cloud modernization, legacy system retirement, risk mitigation, and enterprise security, enabling organizations to enhance digital resilience and accelerate cloud adoption.
Vighnesh Lall
VP Data Science Routeware, Inc
Topic: Skills That Are Paying, Roles That Are Hiring, and How to Stand Out
Vighnesh Lall is a data science and AI leader with extensive experience building scalable data platforms, intelligent analytics systems, and AI-driven products. As a VP of Data Science, he has led initiatives in fleet optimization, telematics analytics, and computer vision, transforming high-frequency operational data into actionable insights. He is passionate about developing AI agents, machine learning systems, and data products that solve real-world operational challenges and drive innovation.
Pete Verma
Data and AI technology leader | EY
Topic: Building AI-Ready Teams When You’re Not Technical: The Leadership Playbook for 2026
Pete Verma is a technology leader with deep experience across the finance, data, and AI space. He currently works at Ernst & Young where he helps drive the firm’s Data and AI practice, guiding organizations in building and scaling data-driven and AI-powered solutions.
Harman Lindsey
Founder | Ameya AI
Topic: Game Design, Ethical AI integrations, Product Management, Compliance
Panelist- Student
Rajendra Prasad Poloju is the founder of Ameya AI, where he focuses on building reliable autonomous AI agents and practical AI systems. He works closely with engineers, students, and builders to turn ideas into working AI prototypes through hands-on builder practices. His work emphasizes rapid experimentation, structured thinking, and learning AI by building real solutions rather than just studying concepts.
Rajendra Prasad Poloju
CEO | Misfit Adventure
Topic: Session: Experiential learning in AI: How Students Are Turning AI Projects Into Job Opportunities
Panelist- Student
Harman Lindsey is a native of Atlanta, GA, and graduated from West Point in 2014. He served in the Army for 8 years before working with Activision Blizzard and then Emory’s Goizueta Business School for his MBA in 2024. While serving, Harman taught himself coding and game design as a fun way to learn new skills for a career transition from the Army. While in Business school, Misfit Adventure was made as a way to teach and reinforce the blend of technology and communication that come with video games.
Neha Negandhi
Founder | Storyteller Tables
Topic:AI That Pays For Itself: Revenue, Efficiency, and Execution for Small Businesses
Neha Negandhi is a TEDx speaker and Founder & CEO of Storyteller Tables. A speaking and storytelling coach, she helps entrepreneurs and leaders grow sales through framework-based storytelling and AI-powered communication. With over a decade of stage experience and a background as a journalist and WMLB Atlanta radio host, Neha has helped founders raise over $10M in funding and brings marketing experience from T-Mobile, Starbucks and Turner Broadcasting.
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Who Should Attend the ElevateHER AI Summit
Entrepreneurs & AI Startups
Small business owners interested in learning how to leverage AI to scale, automate, and compete practically. Companies leveraging AI to digitize processes, interested in sponsoring, showcasing solutions, or collaborating.
Students
Seeking internships, capstone projects, or real-world exposure to AI-driven problem solving. Women pursuing early-career opportunities in AI, data analytics, product engineering, or emerging tech roles.
Women Leaders & Managers
Responsible for implementing AI in their organizations and preparing teams for the AI-powered workplace.
Professionals (10+ Yrs)
Domain experts interested in volunteering as subject-matter contributors and gaining hands-on AI exposure to become CPOs.
Women professionals exploring a career pivot into AI and looking to upskill for future-ready roles.
Industry Leaders
Practitioners implementing AI who are open to contributing expertise to mentor and shape emerging talent.
Why Attend the ElevateHER AI Summit
Attending ElevateHER is not about inspiration alone—it’s about access, skills, and real-world momentum.
Gain practical insights on how AI is being applied today across healthcare, business operations, product, and emerging technologies.
Learn directly from industry leaders who are building, deploying, and governing AI—not just talking about it.
Build a future-ready skillset through upskilling conversations tailored for students, professionals, and career-switchers.
Expand your professional network through curated speed networking with executives, founders, recruiters, and peers.
Discover career pathways in AI from internships and early-career roles to leadership, product, and entrepreneurial tracks.
Connect with companies and startups actively leveraging AI and seeking talent, collaborators, and partners.
Contribute to a growing AI ecosystem in Atlanta focused on inclusion, innovation, and responsible adoption.
Get visibility and voice whether as a learner, practitioner, leader, or sponsor shaping the future of AI.
Get Involved
ElevateHER is where ambition meets access—and where women don’t just prepare for the AI future, they help build it.
Your Voice Matters
Leaders
"I feel AI confusion and ambiguity... whom should I hire? What's the step? What should I be concerned about? Do I have to start from scratch and can I leverage my experience and still be at the cutting edge?"
Students
"Which job shall I do? Which companies are implementing AI? Which companies can give experiential learning in AI? What can I learn today even if I am in data science?"
Entrepreneurs / Solopreneurs
"I am struggling and want to leverage AI but don't know where to start practically."
Mid-Career Professionals
"I fear lagging behind... I want to learn some basics without giving up my current role and I don't have the bandwidth to do a full degree."
What is in your mind?
About ElevateHER
Unlock specialized career opportunities for women to reach C-Suite levels with ElevateHER.
Our Services
- Skill Development
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- Career Placement
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ElevateHER is a nonprofit organization recognized as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Our EIN is 393030661. Contributions are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
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- Email- info@elevatehernetwork.org
- Call: 470 991 6774