A Black History Month Symposium on Responsible Artificial Intelligence
Register below to attendThe Good and Bad of AI:
Responsible Artificial Intelligence
Thursday, February 26 | 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Hosted by Chase
Food & Beverages Provided
Join the Los Angeles Urban League for an engaging Black History Month community forum examining one of the most powerful forces shaping our future — Artificial Intelligence.
This timely conversation will explore both the promise and the risks of AI, centering equity, ethics, and opportunity for Black communities and entrepreneurs.
Panel 1: Ethical AI
Addressing Bias, Impact, and Accountability
This panel will examine the ethical responsibilities surrounding Artificial Intelligence, including its real-world impact on:
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Algorithmic bias and fairness
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Healthcare access and outcomes
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Criminal justice systems and surveillance
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Environmental justice
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The often-overlooked historical role of African Americans in the development of technology and AI
Panel 2: AI for Business
Practical Applications & Opportunities for Entrepreneurs
Designed for entrepreneurs, innovators, and small business owners, this panel will highlight:
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Practical ways businesses are already using AI
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Tools that increase efficiency and decision-making
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Opportunities for entrepreneurs to responsibly adopt AI
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How AI can support inclusive economic growth and innovation
Attendees will walk away with tangible insights into how AI can be leveraged today without losing sight of ethics or community impact.
REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED
PANEL 1 – Ethical AI
Addressing Bias, Impact, and Accountability: This panel will examine the ethical responsibilities surrounding Artificial Intelligence, including its real-world impact on: Algorithmic bias and fairness, Healthcare access and outcomes, Criminal justice systems and surveillance, Environmental justice, and The often-overlooked historical role of African Americans in the development of technology and AI.
Dr. Tora Brown - Moderator
Organizational Psychologist, Business Coach and Branding Strategist
Joe Rogers - Panelist
Founder & CEO, WorkDone, Inc.
Dr. Nina Malik - Panelist
Genentech Medical Affairs Executive Director, US Medical
Almuhtada Smith - Panelist
City of Los Angeles Commissioner - Innovation & Performance Commission and Principal Attorney, ARS Counsel, P.C.
PANEL 2 – AI For Business
Practical Applications & Opportunities for Entrepreneurs – Designed for entrepreneurs, innovators, and small business owners, this panel will highlight: Practical ways businesses are already using AI, Tools that increase efficiency and decision-making, Opportunities for entrepreneurs to responsibly adopt AI, How AI can support inclusive economic growth and innovation.
Felicié Bright - Moderator
Executive, Leadership, and Career Development Coach
Isaiah Green - Panelist
Assistant Director, Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) – California Office of the Small Business Advocate
Zivia Wilson Sweeney - Panelist
CPA, Professor Clinical Accounting, University of Southern California
Jay Smith - Panelist
Founder & Principal Attorney, Generational Law Group
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