BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ChamberMaster//Event Calendar 2.0//EN METHOD:PUBLISH X-PUBLISHED-TTL:P3D REFRESH-INTERVAL:P3D CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20251009T123000Z DTEND:20251009T153000Z X-MICROSOFT-CDO-ALLDAYEVENT:FALSE SUMMARY:Titans of the Toll Road: The Next Steps to an AI-Powered Future DESCRIPTION:TITANS OF THE TOLL ROAD\nThe Next Steps to an AI-Powered Future\n\nHow Artificial Intelligence will Change Everything\n\n \nJoin the Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce's Innovation & Technology Council for their bi-yearly panelist discussion. \n\n \n\nAI isn't just a buzzword it's transforming industries\, reshaping the workforce\, and redefining the way businesses compete. The question is: will you harness it\, or be left behind?\n\n \n\nDuring a previous Titans of the Tool Road AI Panel\, we introduced the essentials: key terms\, core technologies\, and the big players. This year\, we're raising the stakes giving you the tools\, insights\, and first steps to put AI into action. Along with our panel discussion\, we will feature a technology-business exhibition during the networking portion of the event. \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect:\n\n\n Hear from local AI innovators to industry Titans already revolutionizing operations.\n Discover how organizations are driving efficiency\, automation and competitive advantage with AI\n Walk away with a clear\, practical roadmap to kickstart your own AI-powered transformation \n\nTopics Include:\n\n\n How to use Focused Assessments to jumpstart AI journeys\n Leveraging Graph Technologies to extract key business insights\n Leadership Training & Workshop Upskilling for the AI journey\n Future Drives Itself: Autonomous Vehicles\, Mobility and Robotics \n\n\nOur expert panelists will connect the dots\, cut through the clutter of "AI hype" and leave you with strategies you can implement immediately. This is your chance to stop watching AI happen and start making it work for you. Become the AI-powered business your competitors fear. \n\n\nSponsorship Opportunities Available: \n\n\nBreakfast Sponsorship - $500 \n\n\n Spotlight business on online registration page \n Logo prominently showcased on the large LED video wall throughout studio \n Special signage at breakfast & networking area \n Opportunity to speak during Welcome Remarks \n Two (2) complimentary registration ticket for representative \n One (1) 6ft table at Business Exhibition \n\nTable Exhibitor - $250 \n\n\n Spotlight your business with a 6ft table at our Business Exhibition \n Logo displayed on the large LED video wall \n Two (2) complimentary registration ticket for representative \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank You to our Location Sponsor: \n\nTriVision Studios\n\nExperience the Difference at TriVision Studios\n\nThis event will be hosted at TriVision Studios\, Northern Virginia's largest and most versatile multimedia event venue\, conveniently located in Chantilly near the Dulles Corridor. With its massive LED video walls\, the studio creates an immersive\, high-tech environment that transforms any gathering into an unforgettable experience. Ideal for corporate conferences\, awards galas\, company holiday parties\, and hybrid productions\, the 12\,000 sq. ft. venue is equipped with advanced AV and lighting systems\, a built-in professional stage\, wraparound LED displays\, modern amenities\, and dedicated control rooms. Backed by a full in-house production team\, every detail from planning and execution to live streaming and broadcast-quality productions is managed seamlessly\, ensuring our members & guests enjoy an event unlike any other.\n\n \n\nTAKE A TOUR OF TRIVSION STUDIOS (link to video)\n\nDon't miss out and learn more on their website! \n\n\n \n\n\nMeet Our Incredible Speakers: \n\n\n\n\n\n\nChidilim "Chi" Okonkwo is a Director leading the Agency Financial Systems in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer at NASA HQ. Designed Agency Business Process Lead with oversight of a portfolio of Budget\, Performance and Financial Management applications valued at over $7M. Recommends investment decisions and solutions meets emerging enterprise needs in a compliant\, business driven and value-added approach. She's energized by the adoption of emerging technology including data visualization\, RPA\, blockchain and artificial intelligence to transform & empower the federal workforce of the future. \n\nLINKED-IN\n\n\n\n\n\nJeff Cheng is the Founder and Managing Partner of Boost Labs\, LLC\, with nearly 20 years of experience in data visualization\, analytics\, and software product development. He helps organizations harness data and emerging technologies through strategy\, design\, and execution to deliver actionable insights. \n\nWEBSITE || LINKED-IN\n\n\n\n\n\nChristopher Etesse is the Founder\, Chairman and CEO of Fusion Cyber AI\, where he is revolutionizing workforce training and operations with 70+ AI agents and a real-time\, adaptive DEX LXP platform. With over 20 years of leadership in enterprise SaaS\, cybersecurity\, and product innovation\, he has held executive roles at Monster Gov Solutions\, Presidium (acquired by Blackboard)\, and Flat World Knowledge. \n\nWEBSITE || LINKED-IN\n\n\n\n\n\nHudson Sutherland is focused on Data Analytics\, Blockchain and integrating various technologies to aid in acceleration of disruptive capabilities to improve mission intelligence\, operations and efficiencies. He earned a BS degree in Accounting from The Citadel and an MBA from the College of William & Mary. \n\nWEBSITE || LINKED-IN\n\n\n\n\n\nChida Sadayappan is a seasoned technical entrepreneur. As a Managing Director at Deloitte\, he provides thought leadership on cloud\, data\, and AI to a wide range of clients\, from startups to Fortune 500 companies. He is also a key figure in the Washington D.C. tech community\, actively mentoring and advocating for developers and startups. \n\nWEBSITE || LINKED-IN\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTitans of the Toll Road is produced by the Innovation Council of the Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce. This semi-annual event spotlights the dynamic\, and innovative\, business community operating in the Dulles Corridor. Key business leaders provide insight into the industries that are growing our local economy and share their perspectives on how their location in our region has impacted their operations. Attendees are provided the opportunity to network with like-minded professionals while gaining invaluable knowledge to propel their own success and innovation! X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
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TITANS OF THE TOLL ROAD

\nThe Next Steps to an AI-Powered Future
\nHow Artificial Intelligence will Change Everything
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Join the Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce'\;s Innovation &\; Technology Council for their bi-yearly panelist discussion.
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AI isn&rsquo\;t just a buzzword &mdash\; it&rsquo\;s transforming industries\, reshaping the workforce\, and redefining the way businesses compete. The question is: will you harness it\, or be left behind?

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During a previous Titans of the Tool Road AI Panel\, we introduced the essentials: key terms\, core technologies\, and the big players. This year\, we&rsquo\;re raising the stakes &mdash\; giving you the tools\, insights\, and first steps to put AI into action. Along with our panel discussion\, we will feature a technology-business exhibition during the networking portion of the event.

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\nWhat to Expect:\n\n\nTopics Include:\n\n\n\n
Our expert panelists \;will connect the dots\, cut through the clutter of "\;AI hype"\; and leave you with strategies you can implement immediately. This is your chance to stop watching AI happen and start making it work for you. Become the AI-powered business your competitors fear. \;\n\n
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Sponsorship Opportunities Available: \;
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Breakfast Sponsorship - $500 \;\n\n\nTable Exhibitor - $250 \;\n\n\n\n
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\nThank You to our Location Sponsor: \;
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TriVision Studios
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Experience the Difference at TriVision Studios
\nThis event will be hosted at TriVision Studios\, Northern Virginia'\;s largest and most versatile multimedia event venue\, conveniently located in Chantilly near the Dulles Corridor. With its massive LED video walls\, the studio creates an immersive\, high-tech environment that transforms any gathering into an unforgettable experience. Ideal for corporate \;conferences\, awards galas\, company holiday parties\, and hybrid productions\, the 12\,000 sq. ft. venue is equipped with advanced AV and lighting systems\, a built-in professional stage\, wraparound LED displays\, modern amenities\, and dedicated control rooms. Backed by a full in-house production team\, every detail \;&mdash\; from planning and execution to live streaming and broadcast-quality productions \;&mdash\; is managed seamlessly\, ensuring our members &\; guests enjoy an event unlike any other.\n\n
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TAKE A TOUR OF TRIVSION STUDIOS (link to video)
\nDon'\;t miss out and learn more on their website! \;
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Meet Our \;Incredible Speakers: \;
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\nChidilim "\;Chi"\; Okonkwo \;is a \;Director leading the Agency Financial Systems in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer at \;NASA HQ. Designed Agency Business Process Lead with oversight of a portfolio of Budget\, Performance and Financial Management applications valued at over $7M. Recommends investment decisions and solutions meets emerging enterprise needs in a compliant\, business driven and value-added approach. She'\;s energized by the adoption of emerging technology including data visualization\, RPA\, blockchain and artificial intelligence to transform &\; empower the federal workforce of the future. \;
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\nJeff Cheng \;is the \;Founder and Managing Partner of Boost Labs\, LLC\, \;with nearly 20 years of experience in data visualization\, analytics\, and software product development. He helps organizations harness data and emerging technologies through strategy\, design\, and execution to deliver actionable insights. \;
\nWEBSITE \; || \; LINKED-IN
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\nChristopher Etesse  \;is the \;Founder\, Chairman and CEO \;of \;Fusion Cyber AI\, \;where he is revolutionizing workforce training and operations with 70+ AI agents and a real-time\, adaptive DEX LXP platform. With over 20 years of leadership in enterprise SaaS\, cybersecurity\, and product innovation\, he has held executive roles at Monster Gov Solutions\, Presidium (acquired by Blackboard)\, and Flat World Knowledge. \;
\nWEBSITE \; \; \;|| \; \;LINKED-IN
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\nHudson Sutherland \;is focused on Data Analytics\, Blockchain and integrating various technologies to aid in acceleration of disruptive capabilities to improve mission intelligence\, operations and efficiencies. He earned a BS degree in Accounting from The Citadel and an MBA from the College of William &\; Mary. \;
\nWEBSITE \; || \; \;LINKED-IN
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\nChida Sadayappan \;is a seasoned technical entrepreneur. As a \;Managing Director at \;Deloitte\, \;he provides thought leadership on cloud\, data\, and AI to a wide range of clients\, from startups to Fortune 500 companies. He is also a key figure in the Washington D.C. tech community\, actively mentoring and advocating for developers and startups. \;
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\nTitans of the Toll Road is produced by the \;Innovation Council \;of the Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce. \; This semi-annual event spotlights the dynamic\, and innovative\, business community operating in the Dulles Corridor. \; Key business leaders provide insight into the industries that are growing our local economy and share their perspectives on how their location in our region has impacted their operations. \; Attendees are provided the opportunity to network with like-minded professionals while gaining invaluable knowledge to propel their own success and innovation!

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\n LOCATION:TriVision Studios 3856 Dulles South Court\, Chantilly\, VA 20151 UID:e.3120.18674 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTAMP:20260727T191342Z URL:http://web.restonchamber.org/events/details/titans-of-the-toll-road-the-next-steps-to-an-ai-powered-future-18674 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR