BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Innovate New Albany - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Innovate New Albany X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://innovatenewalbany.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Innovate New Albany REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T062123 CREATED:20260208T002623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260208T002623Z UID:10000443-1774609200-1774616400@innovatenewalbany.org SUMMARY:Science and Storytelling: Turning Data and Evidence into Understanding and Belief DESCRIPTION:7775 Walton Pkwy\, Suite 100\nNew Albany\, OH 43054\nFriday 3/27/26\, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm\nBe ready to interact with our featured speakers\, Andrew Summerfield & Laura Cree\, and your fellow participants. \nPlease arrive at 11:00 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.\nJoin Andrew Summerfield & Laura Cree for this important TIGER Talk. \nYou can change lives with science. But you change minds with story. \nIn science-based industries like biotech and medtech\, data is essential\, but it’s not enough. Whether you’re seeking investment\, recruiting talent\, entering the clinic\, or bringing a product to market\, you need more than mechanisms of action and proof points. You need a compelling narrative that makes people care. \nThis session explores the strategic role of narrative and visual storytelling in the life sciences. We’ll look at how stories shape perception\, unlock understanding\, and inspire belief. You’ll walk away with a clearer sense of why story matters in science\, what it makes possible\, and how to use it to amplify your impact at every stage of the innovation lifecycle. \nWho It’s For: \n\n\nFounders\, CEOs\, and CMOs in scientific\, technology-based\, or data-driven fields \n\n\nTeams preparing to fundraise\, launch\, or enter a new market \n\n\nScientists and innovators looking to build belief around their work \n\n\nAnyone who needs to explain complex science or technology to non-scientific audiences \n\n\nKey Takeaways: \n\n\nThe neuroscience behind storytelling: what story does that data alone can’t \n\n\nHow visual and verbal storytelling work together to make complex science understandable\, memorable\, and credible \n\n\nHow to frame your science through story without losing rigor (or risking compliance) \n\n\nThe role of storytelling across the lifecycle\, from pitch to product \n\n\n*************** \nAndrew R. Summerfield is a brand strategist\, creative director\, and agency founder with more than 30 years of experience helping organizations clarify who they are and how they communicate. He is President and Creative Director of Summerfield Advertising and a Founding Partner of Genetica Creative\, where he brings strategic brand clarity to biotech\, medtech\, and life sciences organizations by shaping how they define\, position\, and express their brands. \nShaped by a career in design and visual communication\, Andrew brings a strategy-first\, clarity-driven approach to branding and storytelling. He has worked with startups\, nonprofits\, and Fortune 500 companies at key moments such as fundraising\, market entry\, and product launch\, helping teams frame and communicate their value\, vision\, and purpose. A graduate of the Columbus College of Art & Design\, Andrew has been active in education and community service\, including serving on the CCAD Board of Trustees. His work has earned national recognition\, along with local recognition from Columbus Business First’s Forty Under 40 and 20 People to Know in Advertising & PR. \nLaura Cree is a B2B writer and science storyteller with more than 30 years of cross-industry experience in marketing\, content strategy\, and communication. From the pharmaceutical and medical device industries to neurotechnology and public health\, she brings technical subjects to life through white papers\, case studies\, blogs\, lead-generation campaigns\, and trade articles. At Genetica Creative\, she partners with biotech\, life sciences\, and medtech organizations to translate complex science into clear\, credible\, and compelling narratives that support growth\, adoption\, and trust. \nGrounded in a background in educational publishing and edtech\, Laura brings a clarity-first\, audience-centered approach to science communication. Over the past 15 years\, she has focused her work on science- and technology-driven industries\, helping organizations explain complex ideas without oversimplifying them. She combines strategic insight with deep respect for scientific rigor\, supporting teams across the innovation lifecycle. \n*************** \nLike all TIGER Events\, this talk is FREE. \n11:00 am – Coffee\, Snacks\, & Socializing \n11:15 am – Lunch & More Socializing \n11:45 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (10 seconds please) \n12:05 pm – Hand-off to Andrew & Laura \n1:00 pm – Wrap & Resume Socializing \n\n\n \n Name*\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email*\n \n Company*Consent to Use My Image & Voice*By registering for & participating in this event\, I am consenting to the recording of my image and/or voice. I am also authorizing Innovate New Albany to use photographs\, video\, and audio recordings containing my image and/or voice in any medium for any purpose.\n \n I AGREE\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://innovatenewalbany.org/new-event/science-and-storytelling-turning-data-and-evidence-into-understanding-and-belief/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:TIGER Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://innovatenewalbany.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Headshot-Summerfield-Cree-TIGER-Talk-Blank-032726.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T062123 CREATED:20260301T210926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T210926Z UID:10000445-1776423600-1776430800@innovatenewalbany.org SUMMARY:From Connection to Relationship DESCRIPTION:7775 Walton Pkwy\, Suite 100\nNew Albany\, OH 43054\nFriday 4/17/26\, 10:45 am – 1:00 pm\nBe ready to interact with our featured speaker\, Dave Cherry\, and your fellow participants. \nPlease arrive at 10:45 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.\nIn this engaging TIGER Talk\, Dave Cherry\, principal of Cherry Advisory\, shares the core ideas behind his upcoming book – a compilation of real-world experiences and practical advice on building meaningful professional relationships with intention and authenticity. \nDrawing on years as an independent consultant and trusted relationship builder\, Dave offers simple\, actionable strategies for creating genuine connections that stand the test of time.Attendees will learn how to move beyond transactional interactions and instead cultivate trust\, credibility\, and lasting professional rapport rooted in authentic human connection. Through relatable stories and practical ideas\, Dave will show how thoughtful relationship-building can open doors\, strengthen your personal brand\, and create opportunities for both you and those around you. \nYou’ll leave this session with immediately usable ideas to deepen relationships\, expand your influence\, and create momentum in your career and business – all fueled by genuine human connection. \n*************** \nDave Cherry is a problem solver\, executive strategist and speaker with over 30 years of experience working with clients across industries to define a customer experience strategy\, enabled by innovation/technology and measured/informed by analytics. \nHe is a member of the International Institute of Analytics Expert Panel\, serves on the Advisory Board for Women in Analytics\, and has been a guest lecturer and taught courses at several universities. He is also the co-author of “Analytics Interpreted: A Compilation of Perspectives”. \nDave has worked with and for leading organizations such as LBrands\, Polo Ralph Lauren\, Pfizer\, Ascena Retail Group\, Journeys\, DSW\, J Jill\, Disney\, Alliance Data\, Nationwide Insurance\, AEP\, Huntington Bank\, Cardinal Health\, OhioHealth\, John Deere\, Deloitte Consulting\, and Price Waterhouse as well as numerous Private Equity and Venture Capital firms. \nHe holds a BS in Economics with a dual degree in Finance and Law from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. \n*************** \nLike all TIGER Events\, this talk is FREE.\n10:45 am – Coffee\, Snacks\, & Socializing \n11:15 am – Lunch & More Socializing \n11:45 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (10 seconds please) \n12:05 pm – Hand-off to Dave \n1:00 pm – Wrap & Resume Socializing \n\n \n Name*\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email*\n \n Company*Consent to Use My Image & Voice*By registering for & participating in this event\, I am consenting to the recording of my image and/or voice. I am also authorizing Innovate New Albany to use photographs\, video\, and audio recordings containing my image and/or voice in any medium for any purpose.\n \n I AGREE\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://innovatenewalbany.org/new-event/from-connection-to-relationship/ LOCATION:INNOVATE NEW ALBANY – NEW LOCATION\, 7775 Walton Pkwy\, Suite 100\, New Albany\, OH\, 43054\, United States CATEGORIES:TIGER Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://innovatenewalbany.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Headshot-Cherry-TIGER-Talk-Blank-041726.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T104500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T062123 CREATED:20260214T030146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T030146Z UID:10000444-1777027500-1777035600@innovatenewalbany.org SUMMARY:The AI Symposium: The Path to Artificial General Intelligence DESCRIPTION:7775 Walton Pkwy\, Suite 100\nNew Albany\, OH 43054\nFriday 4/24/26\, 10:45 am – 1:00 pm\nBe ready to interact with our featured speaker\, David Staley\, and your fellow participants. \nPlease arrive at 10:45 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.\nWhat happens when artificial intelligence systems engage in dialogue? Join us for this TIGER Talk and find out! \nThis presentation by David J. Staley\, PhD will report on a groundbreaking experiment: three Large Language Models (LLMs) brought together in conversation with David. \nAs the AI models interact with each other\, they grapple with profound questions: What is insight? Can AI be creative? What constitutes consciousness? What role do assumptions play in cognition? What is responsibility? Drawing inspiration from ancient philosophical traditions\, this experimental work pushes the boundaries of how we think about artificial intelligence. \nBased on anthropologist David Graeber‘s observation that “real thought is almost entirely dialogic\,” the presentation investigates whether LLMs in conversation with each other can achieve “dialogic artificial intelligence\,” a path to artificial general intelligence. \n*************** \nDavid J. Staley is a writer\, designer\, futurist\, historian\, presenter\, educator\, advisor\, public intellectual\, and has been described as an “avant garde scholar” and “eclectic academic.” \nHe is an Associate Professor in the departments of History and Design at The Ohio State University. \nDavid is the author of several books\, including: \n\nThe AI Symposium\nAlternative Universities: Speculative Design for Innovation in Higher Education\nKnowledge Towns: Colleges and Universities as Talent Magnets\nAnticipatory Biographies: Personal Histories of the Future\nVisionary Histories\, a collection of his essays about the future\n\nDavid is the host of the “Voices of Excellence” podcast\, and president of Columbus Futurists\, a local think tank. In 2022 he was awarded “Best Freelance Writer” by the Ohio Society of Professional Journalists for his “Next” futures column with Columbus Underground. \n*************** \nLike all TIGER Events\, this talk is FREE.\n10:45 am – Coffee\, Snacks\, & Socializing \n11:15 am – Lunch & More Socializing \n11:45 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (10 seconds please) \n12:05 pm – Hand-off to David \n1:00 pm – Wrap & Resume Socializing \n\n \n Name*\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email*\n \n Company*Consent to Use My Image & Voice*By registering for & participating in this event\, I am consenting to the recording of my image and/or voice. I am also authorizing Innovate New Albany to use photographs\, video\, and audio recordings containing my image and/or voice in any medium for any purpose.\n \n I AGREE\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://innovatenewalbany.org/new-event/the-ai-symposium-the-path-to-artificial-general-intelligence/ LOCATION:INNOVATE NEW ALBANY – NEW LOCATION\, 7775 Walton Pkwy\, Suite 100\, New Albany\, OH\, 43054\, United States CATEGORIES:TIGER Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://innovatenewalbany.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Headshot-David-Staley-Blank-042426.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T062123 CREATED:20260110T180911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T012630Z UID:10000433-1777633200-1777640400@innovatenewalbany.org SUMMARY:Beyond the Transaction: Using Web3 to Convert Customers to Stakeholders DESCRIPTION:7775 Walton Pkwy\, Suite 100\nNew Albany\, OH 43054\nFriday 5/1/26\, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm\nBe ready to interact with our featured speaker\, Shaun Pannell\, and your fellow participants. \nPlease arrive at 11:00 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends. \nLearn how Web3 technologies can help brands move beyond a transactional mindset to a relationship-centric approach. \nDiscover strategies to transform passive consumers into a collaborative community of stakeholders. \n*************** \nOur TIGER Talk presenter\, Shaun Pannell\, is an experienced marketing and business development professional at an Am Law 200 corporate law firm. \nShaun is adept at leveraging digital marketing techniques\, data analytics and data visualization to drive tangible business growth. He is also passionate about exploring emerging technologies and their potential impact across various sectors. \nShaun’s commitment to making a meaningful difference extends beyond his professional roles. He serves on the board of directors for HERO USA\, Inc. and Conscious Capitalism Columbus. HERO USA helps disadvantaged youth to experience outdoor recreational and adventure sports. Conscious Capitalism champions the adoption of stakeholder-focused and purpose-driven business practices. \nShaun is equipped with certifications in blockchain\, digital assets\, and product management\, and possesses a comprehensive understanding of innovative technologies and their transformative potential in today’s evolving business landscape. He is eager to connect with professionals who share his passion for advancing the forefront of emerging technologies. \n*************** \nLike all TIGER Events\, this talk is FREE. \nTimeline: \n11:00 am – Coffee\, Snacks\, & Socializing \n11:15 am – Lunch & More Socializing \n11:45 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (your “15 Seconds of Fame”) \n12:05 pm – Hand-off to Shaun \n1:00 pm – Wrap & Resume Socializing \n\n \n Name*\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email*\n \n Company*Consent to Use My Image & Voice*By registering for & participating in this event\, I am consenting to the recording of my image and/or voice. I am also authorizing Innovate New Albany to use photographs\, video\, and audio recordings containing my image and/or voice in any medium for any purpose.\n \n I AGREE\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ \n \n \n \n\n  URL:https://innovatenewalbany.org/new-event/beyond-the-transaction-using-web3-to-convert-customers-to-stakeholders/ LOCATION:INNOVATE NEW ALBANY – NEW LOCATION\, 7775 Walton Pkwy\, Suite 100\, New Albany\, OH\, 43054\, United States CATEGORIES:TIGER Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://innovatenewalbany.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Headshot-Shaun-Pannell-TIGER-Talk-Blank-020426.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T062123 CREATED:20260201T154436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T015010Z UID:10000439-1778238000-1778245200@innovatenewalbany.org SUMMARY:MCP vs. AI Agents - learn the difference & what large enterprises are using to scale AI adoption & drive business impact DESCRIPTION:7775 Walton Pkwy\, Suite 100\nNew Albany\, OH 43054\nFriday 5/8/26\, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm\nBe ready to interact with our featured speaker\, Brandon Levine\, and your fellow participants. \nPlease arrive at 11:00 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.\nPlease join us for this cutting edge TIGER Talk focused on how AI Agents and MCP infrastructure are enabling large enterprises to deliver meaningful impact on business results. \nNote: MCP = Model Context Protocol \nOur presenter\, Brandon Levine\, will cover: \n1. The Fundamental Difference\nClear explanation of what AI Agents are (the “who”) vs. what MCP is (the “how”) \n2. Enterprise Adoption Challenges\nThe three critical blockers enterprises face: security governance\, integration chaos\, and ungovernable access \n3. Real-World Solutions\nHow large enterprises are successfully scaling AI through enterprise-grade MCP infrastructure with: \n\nMulti-system orchestration capabilities\nGranular permission scoping\nProduction-ready scale (5\,000+ requests/second)\n\n4. Practical Use Cases\nIncluding: \n\nMulti-system AI orchestration (complex workflows across Salesforce\, Gong\, Gmail\, Snowflake\, etc.)\nPersonal AI assistants at scale (1\,000+ employees with controlled access)\n\nDuring the session\, Brandon will provide live demonstrations of: \n\nSales AI Agent – Showing autonomous multi-step workflows and decision-making\nData MCP Server – Demonstrating governed enterprise data access with security controls\n\nThese real-world examples will illustrate exactly how MCP and AI Agents work together in production environments. \nThe key message: MCP isn’t competing with AI Agents – it’s the critical infrastructure layer that makes enterprise AI agent deployment safe\, scalable\, and governable. \nBrandon has also incorporated insights from recent enterprise implementations showing how companies are moving from “AI experiments” to “AI in production” by solving the governance and integration challenges. \n*************** \nBrandon Levine works at the intersection of emerging AI technology and real-world business transformation\, guiding Fortune 500 companies through the practical adoption of agentic systems. \nAs VP of Agentic AI at Workato\, Brandon leads a specialist team helping enterprises deploy AI agents and automation at scale. Brandon brings both hands-on technical depth and executive-level perspective to the rapidly evolving AI agent landscape\, making him a trusted voice on how organizations can harness AI agents for measurable business impact.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ \n*************** \nLike all TIGER Events\, this talk is FREE. \nTimeline: \n11:00 am – Coffee\, Snacks\, & Socializing \n11:15 am – Lunch & More Socializing \n11:45 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (10 seconds please) \n12:05 pm – Hand-off to Brandon \n1:00 pm – Wrap & Resume Socializing \n\n \n Name*\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email*\n \n Company*Consent to Use My Image & Voice*By registering for & participating in this event\, I am consenting to the recording of my image and/or voice. I am also authorizing Innovate New Albany to use photographs\, video\, and audio recordings containing my image and/or voice in any medium for any purpose.\n \n I AGREE\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://innovatenewalbany.org/new-event/mcp-vs-ai-agents-learn-the-difference-what-large-enterprises-are-using-to-scale-ai-adoption-drive-business-impact/ LOCATION:INNOVATE NEW ALBANY – NEW LOCATION\, 7775 Walton Pkwy\, Suite 100\, New Albany\, OH\, 43054\, United States CATEGORIES:TIGER Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://innovatenewalbany.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Headshot-Brandon-Levine-TIGER-Talk-Blank-021326.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T062123 CREATED:20260302T235247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T235456Z UID:10000446-1778842800-1778850000@innovatenewalbany.org SUMMARY:Effective Data Visualization: Neuroscience-Based Techniques DESCRIPTION:7775 Walton Pkwy\, Suite 100\nNew Albany\, OH 43054\nFriday 5/15/26\, 10:45 am – 1:00 pm\nBe ready to interact with our featured speaker\, Tim Wilson\, and your fellow participants. \nPlease arrive at 10:45 am. Eat. Mingle. Make new friends.\nIs data visualization\, at its core\, about making the data aesthetically pleasing? \nIn this TIGER Talk\, Tim Wilson will make the case that the answer is an emphatic\, “No!”…but that that is often a beneficial side effect of data visualizations that do what they most need to do: help the audience understand the information being presented. \n“Understanding” is a function of the brain\, so it makes sense that effective data visualization should be grounded in neuroscience and psychology. \nIn this talk\, Tim will introduce some foundational concepts from these fields: the three types of memory\, Miller’s Law\, and cognitive load. From there\, he will cover specific techniques that are a natural outgrowth of these concepts\, including maximizing the data-pixel ratio\, the power of McKinsey titles\, and why horizontal bar charts generally (but not always!) are more impactful than pie charts. \nThese concepts will all be demonstrated with examples that drive home their breadth of applicability and impact. \n*************** \nTim Wilson is the Head of Solutions at facts & feelings\, a business consultancy that helps organization put their data to productive use. He is the co-author of “Analytics the Right Way: A Business Leader’s Guide to Putting Data to Productive Use”\, has co-hosted the Analytics Power Hour podcast since 2015\, and has been a co-organizer of the monthly Columbus Data and Analytics Wednesday meetup since 2008. \nTim has been an analytics practitioner since 2001\, working in a variety of roles\, from managing the BI team at a high tech B2B company\, to leading the analytics teams at several marketing agencies\, to consulting directly with companies—many of them in the Fortune Global 500—to help them improve the impact of their investments in data and analytics. He has worked with organizations that span a broad range of industries\, including: financial services\, consumer packaged goods\, retail\, philanthropic foundations\, pharma\, and healthcare. \nWhile Tim has physically resided in Columbus\, since 2007\, his soul maintains near-full-time residency in Austin\, Texas. \n*************** \nLike all TIGER Events\, this talk is FREE.\n10:45 am – Coffee\, Snacks\, & Socializing \n11:15 am – Lunch & More Socializing \n11:45 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (10 seconds please) \n12:05 pm – Hand-off to Tim \n1:00 pm – Wrap & Resume Socializing \n\n \n Name*\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email*\n \n Company*Consent to Use My Image & Voice*By registering for & participating in this event\, I am consenting to the recording of my image and/or voice. I am also authorizing Innovate New Albany to use photographs\, video\, and audio recordings containing my image and/or voice in any medium for any purpose.\n \n I AGREE\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://innovatenewalbany.org/new-event/effective-data-visualization-neuroscience-based-techniques/ LOCATION:OH CATEGORIES:TIGER Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://innovatenewalbany.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Headshot-Tim-Wilson-TIGER-Talk-Blank-051526.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T062123 CREATED:20260403T005045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T005652Z UID:10000452-1781262000-1781269200@innovatenewalbany.org SUMMARY:Agentic Commerce 101: How AI is Transforming Retail & eCommerce DESCRIPTION:7775 Walton Pkwy\, Suite 100\nNew Albany\, OH 43054\nFriday 6/12/26\, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm\nBe ready to interact with our featured speaker\, Ryan Lunka\, and your fellow participants. \nEat. Mingle. Make new friends.\nAI agents are turning into a real sales channel\, and retailers need to figure out what that actually means for them. \nIn this TIGER Talk\, Ryan Lunka will cut through the hype to cover the platforms\, protocols\, and payment players shaping agentic commerce right now. We’ll also cover what’s coming next. You’ll leave with a practical framework for deciding if\, when\, and how to move. \n*************** \nRyan Lunka is a product and operations leader with almost 20 years of experience across enterprise software\, consulting\, and high-growth startups\, spanning commerce\, integration\, and AI. He is VP of AI and Agentic at Aries Solutions\, where he focuses on turning emerging AI capabilities into practical systems inside enterprise commerce environments. \nHe previously co-founded and led Doohickey AI\, a venture-backed startup\, overseeing product\, fundraising\, and go-to-market. Earlier in his career\, he spent nearly a decade in consulting\, leading large-scale digital and enterprise software implementations\, and later served on the executive team at nChannel. \nHis work sits at the intersection of product\, engineering\, and operations\, with a focus on turning complex problems into systems that actually ship. He speaks about applied AI\, product strategy\, and how to operationalize real-world systems without the hype. \n*************** \nLike all TIGER Events\, this talk is FREE.\n11:00 am – Coffee\, Snacks\, & Socializing \n11:15 am – Lunch & More Socializing \n11:45 am – Introduce yourself to our crowd (10 seconds please) \n12:05 pm – Hand-off to Ryan \n1:00 pm – Wrap & Resume Socializing \n\n \n Name*\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email*\n \n Company*Consent to Use My Image & Voice*By registering for & participating in this event\, I am consenting to the recording of my image and/or voice. I am also authorizing Innovate New Albany to use photographs\, video\, and audio recordings containing my image and/or voice in any medium for any purpose.\n \n I AGREE\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://innovatenewalbany.org/new-event/agentic-commerce-101-how-ai-is-transforming-retail-ecommerce/ LOCATION:INNOVATE NEW ALBANY – NEW LOCATION\, 7775 Walton Pkwy\, Suite 100\, New Albany\, OH\, 43054\, United States CATEGORIES:TIGER Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://innovatenewalbany.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Headshot-RYan-Lunka-TIGER-Blank-061226.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR