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About
As an educator, paradigm shifter, and IT Mega-Geek, Jared has been at the bleeding edge of all the good and bad the Internet has had to offer. Those experiences allow him to reveal exceptional business value to his audiences.
With over 30 years as an IT professional, Jared Beard has seen everything the IT industry has to offer. As an enterprise architect for organizations such as Indiana University, Red Hat, Salesforce, and Workday, Jared has navigated the hype cycles for every new technology imaginable.
Himself, a victim of countless hours of dull and humorless education, Jared will entertain and challenge the audience while sneaking in just enough theory and real-world knowledge to help you plan out your next steps into this brave new world.
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Topics
AI Transformation for Business Managers: Unlocking Efficiency & Innovation
What if your team could achieve 30% more—without adding a single hour or hire? In this dynamic, no-hype session, discover how forward-thinking managers are using generative AI tools to drive real-world results—like saving 1,000+ hours a year and cutting $150K in labor costs. Whether you’re leading a sales team, overseeing operations, or managing cross-functional workflows, this session will give you the practical playbook for putting AI to work—safely, strategically, and immediately.
From powerful prompt examples to time-saving workflows and industry-specific tools, you’ll learn how to identify quick wins, foster responsible experimentation, and turn AI from a buzzword into your team’s competitive advantage. Take the leap and lead your organization into the AI era with clarity and confidence. This is your moment!
UNDERSTANDING THE CLOUD AND EMERGING TECHNOLOGY
What the heck is the cloud? Let Jared walk you through the basics of cloud technology, the good and the bad.
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