Women And AI Lana Dubinskiy, Reut Lazo, Jenny Kay Pollock
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At Women and AI (WAAI), we are passionate about advancing the field of artificial intelligence by empowering and amplifying the voices of women in technology. We believe that diverse perspectives lead to more robust, inclusive, and innovative solutions.
Our community is a hub for women in all stages of their AI journey, from AI thought leaders and seasoned industry experts to early-career professionals and students. WAAI fosters collaboration, learning, and mentorship to create a more inclusive future in AI and beyond.
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Unlocking AI: Boost Your Business & Mobile App Success with Expert Alice Muir Kocourková, Phiture
Welcome to Women and AI. Your hosts Reut & Jenny discuss adding AI to your company, your mobile app growth strategy and your personal life.
We’ll learn how AI is impacting mobile growth, AI can help remote workers and what AI tools you should test out if you’re just starting your AI journey. Alice also highlights the importance of AI governance and ethics and the need for more diverse voices in the field
Join us on this journey to celebrate, educate, and empower women in AI. Visit our website at www.womenandai.com, and connect with us on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/women-and-ai to stay engaged with our mission.
Resources:
Meet Our Guest
Alice Muir Kocourková
Subscription Stack
AI Tools + Sources
The State of AI in 2023: Generative AI’s Breakout Year, McKinsey
AI: Is reality Setting In, KornFerry
Krisp - Noise cancellation and meeting assistant
Magic Slides - to help with Google Slides
Grain - Conversation Intelligence
Braze Copywriter Assistant AI
Who to Follow
Women and AI - Aww thanks Alice for naming us 🥰
Anika Dunaway, Product Manger at Aampe
Lilian Edwards - Follow her on X, she’s very active there.
Connect with Women And AI
Women and AI LinkedIn
Women and AI Website
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Takeaways
AI has had a significant impact on Alice Muir's work, particularly in learning and development and speeding up the testing and experimentation process.
Legal implications and brand implications are some of the challenges companies face when implementing AI.
AI tools such as Chat GPT, Crisp, Magic Slides, and Grain Recorder have been instrumental in Alice's workflow.AI governance and ethics will be important topics in the future as AI continues to advance.
Annika from AMP and Lillian Edwards, a professor of internet law and e-governance, have inspired Alice in the field of AI.
Alice invites listeners to provide feedback on her framework, the Subscription Stack, and to contribute to it.
Sound Bites
"AI has been a great tool for me for two main reasons. The first one that I want to highlight is learning and development."
"AI can be a great tool for, in particular, leaner teams with fewer resources in order to kind of speed up that test and learn process."
"AI can help us to optimize advertising budgets by precisely targeting the right audience at the right time and increasing that return on investment."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:04 The Impact of AI on Learning and Development
03:37 Speeding Up Testing and Experimentation with AI
07:03 Challenges of AI Implementation: Legal Implications and Brand Consistency
10:33 Favorite AI Tools for Productivity and Workflow Optimization
22:29 Inspiring Women in AI: Annika Dunaway and Lillian Edwards
27:04 Call to Action -
Roundtable Part 2: Women Leading the Charge Against AI Bias
Summary
This is the second part of our roundtable discussion. This conversation explores the use of prompts to reduce bias in AI-generated content and the importance of context and training in achieving desired results. It highlights the need for diversity in AI development and the challenges of addressing bias in AI models. The discussion also touches on the role of education, cultural conditioning, and values in promoting equality and inclusivity. The participants emphasize the importance of supporting and uplifting women in the AI community and the need for awareness of the positive impact of AI.
Takeaways
Using prompts, such as include and exclude, can help reduce bias in AI-generated content.
Context and training are crucial in achieving the desired results and matching the voice and style of the content.
Diversity in AI development is essential to address bias and create more inclusive AI models.
Education, cultural conditioning, and values play a significant role in promoting equality and inclusivity in AI.
Supporting and uplifting women in the AI community is important for driving positive change.
Raising awareness of the positive impact of AI and amplifying voices working towards inclusive solutions is crucial.
Raising Awareness: Highlighting the Positive Impact of AI
Reducing Bias in AI-Generated Content: The Power of Prompts
Chapters
00:00 Acknowledgements
12:51 Increasing Context and Specificity in AI Models
14:14 Addressing Bias in AI through Different Models
14:44 The Importance of Diversity in AI Development
15:43 The Need for Diversity in AI Funding and Recruitment
16:43 Envisioning AI Governance and Regulations
17:55 Ensuring Inclusivity in Therapeutics and Healthcare AI
19:06 The Role of Women in AI Development and Leadership
20:33 Guidelines and Best Practices for AI Development
21:57 Cultural Conditioning and Gender Equality in AI
23:48 Generational Change and Shifting Perspectives on Gender
26:00 Highlighting Positive AI Applications and Best Practices
29:31 Supporting and Encouraging Women in AI
29:43 Raising Awareness and Sharing Knowledge on Social Media
30:31 Building Relationships and Supporting Each Other
31:47 Empowering Women in AI and Encouraging Thought Leadership
35:09 Amplifying Voices and Recognizing Solutions in AI
36:06 Preparing People and Businesses to Use AI Effectively
38:04 Conclusion and Farewell -
Roundtable: Women Leading the Charge Against AI Bias | Part 1
Summary
This episode is a behind-the-scenes look at a roundtable discussion on AI and bias hosted by Women And AI during GDC 2024.
Join your hosts and roundtable guests:
Heidi Lorenzen, Executive Producer, Director The Humanity Code
Hillary Lehr, CEO at Quiller
Chetna Mahajan, Chief Digital & Information Officer, Amplitude
Sarah Benson-Konforty, MD General Partner, 1010VC
Jennie Sue, Jennie Sue, Games Publishing Advisor
Eve Herrera, Head of Marketing & Sales, Appvertiser
Cindy Lin, Senior Director, Data Sciences, Bundles
Cheryll Del Rosario Director, Creative Marketing, Pocket Gems
Kristine Young, Director of Marketing and PR, PlayStation
The roundtable discuss the importance of addressing AI bias and creating an environment that fosters unbiased technology. They also explore the biases present in funding for AI projects and the lack of diversity in the AI industry. The conversation explores the biases in AI-generated content and the challenges of creating diverse and inclusive representations.
Takeaways
Addressing AI bias requires creating an environment that fosters unbiased technology.
There is a lack of diversity in the AI industry, both in terms of funding and representation.
AI-generated content often exhibits biases, such as gender and racial stereotypes.
Balancing data sets and algorithmic bias is crucial for developing unbiased AI models.
AI has the potential to improve communication and understanding, but it is important to maintain authenticity and avoid biases in language and persona-based AI.
Timestamps
00:00 Acknowledgements
04:39 Setting the Stage
07:52 AI Bias from the Perspective of AI Experts
09:56 Bias in AI Optimization for Short-Term Gains
10:48 Gender Bias in AI Funding
12:27 Bias in SaaS and Market Data Analysis
14:57 Bias in Content Generation16:05Bias in Generative AI
18:12 Addressing Bias in Generative AI
19:30 Balancing Bias in AI Solutions
20:53 Personal AI and Language Translation
23:27 AI's Positive Impact on Communication
24:29 Advancements in Generative AI
25:21 Bias in AI Influencers and Persona-Based Bias
26:41 The Power of GPT and AI in Everyday Tasks
27:35 AI Empowering Individuals in Corporate Battles
28:27 AI in Matchmaking and Hiring Processes
29:36 AI Simplifying Insurance and Bureaucracy
31:29 Using Prompts to Reduce Bias in AI -
The Intersection of Art and AI with Stephanie Dinkins
In this episode of Women and AI your hosts Reut, Lana, and Jenny discuss the intersection of art and AI with Stephanie Dinkins.
Stephanie Dickens is a transdisciplinary artist, focused on creating inclusive and ethical AI systems. She shares her recent project, 'Not the Only One,' which aims to create a memoir of a Black American family in chatbot form. Stephanie also discusses the challenges of building a data set for the project and the responsibility of AI models. She emphasizes the importance of education and diverse perspectives in shaping the future of AI.
Join us on this journey to celebrate, educate, and empower women in AI.
Resources:
Meet Our Guest
Stephanie Dinkins’ Website
See Stephanie’ Art: Secret Garden
Time 100 AI - Stephanie Dinkins
AI Tools
Replicate AI
Google Colab
Craiyon
Who to Follow
Broad Approach to AI - Lauren Lee McCarthy
Co-create Music - Lav R Varshney
Next Wave AI - Yann LeCun
Connect with Women And AI
Women And AI LinkedIn
Women And AI Website
Nominate a guest for our show
Takeaways
Creating inclusive and ethical AI systems is crucial for a fair and equitable future.
Building diverse and representative data sets is essential to combat bias in AI.
Education and learning how to learn are key skills for staying up to date in the rapidly evolving AI field.
Collaboration and diverse perspectives are necessary to solve complex AI challenges.
Artists play a vital role in exploring the societal impact of AI and pushing boundaries.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:26 Stephanie's Recent Work
03:15 Creating Nuanced AI
04:03 Challenges in Generating AI Images
05:04 Recognition and Achievements
06:05 Supporting Stephanie's Work
08:00 The Project 'Not the Only One'
09:35 The Guggenheim Museum Recognition
11:51 Building a Data Set for 'Not the Only One'
14:40 Continuing to Improve 'Not the Only One'
16:30 Other Projects by Stephanie
18:15 Engaging with Stephanie's Work
20:47 Responsibilities of AI Models
23:38 Tools and Trends in AI
26:32 Being a Woman in the AI Space
29:23 Risks and Inclusivity in AI
33:05 The Future of AI
36:01 Recommended People to Follow
40:13 Stephanie's Journey in the AI Space
43:26 Conclusion -
Parallax Futures: Developing Conceptual Technologists
Episode Description:
Welcome to Women and AI. Your hosts Reut, Lana, and Jenny discuss the intersection of data and AI with Kim Carson. We’ll learn the meaning of the concept of conceptual technologists and the fellowship program offered by Parallax Futures.
Join us on this journey to celebrate, educate, and empower women in AI. Visit our website at Women And AI and connect with us on LinkedIn to stay engaged with our mission.
Resources:
Parallax Futures Website
Blog Post: Parallax’s Visionary Mission to Redefine AI's Impact on Society
United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals
Women and AI LinkedIn
Women and AI Website
Nominate a guest for our show
Episode Summary
Kim Carson, CEO of Parallax Futures, discusses the importance of diversity in AI and the need for multi-dimensional perspectives in innovation. She shares her journey in AI, starting with a focus on education and personalizing curriculum. Kim introduces the concept of conceptual technologists, who explore the possibilities of AI and aim to discover new applications and solutions. She emphasizes the importance of championing diverse perspectives and reducing inequality in AI development. Kim also highlights the work of Parallax Futures in aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and empowering individuals through AI. She advises creating a better future with AI and recommends AI tools for productivity and creativity. Kim discusses the opportunities and risks of AI and calls for changes in the educational system to integrate AI into multidisciplinary approaches. She encourages the AI community to support Parallax Futures and join the movement of conceptual technologists.
Takeaways
Diversity is crucial in AI to avoid bias and ensure a more comprehensive approach to innovation.
Conceptual technologists explore the possibilities of AI and aim to discover new applications and solutions.
Reducing inequality and championing diverse perspectives are essential in AI development.
The educational system needs to adapt to integrate AI into multidisciplinary approaches.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:00 Lack of diversity in AI
03:34 Starting in AI with a focus on education
05:12 Conceptual technologists
07:48 Championing diversity perspectives
09:51 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
12:42 Advice for creating a better future with AI
14:59 Recommended AI tools
18:12 Impactful AI tools
20:56 Excitement about AI becoming mainstream
22:30 Opportunities and risks of AI
24:48 Changes needed in the educational system
26:19 Influencers in the AI Space
28:03 Promoting diversity in the AI community
30:15 Supporting Parallax Futures
31:16 Conclusion -
Designing for AI Hackathons | My Speech BFF
In this episode of Women and AI, your hosts Reut, Lana, and Jenny discuss AI Hackathons with the My Speech BFF team. We’ll learn what designing for an AI app is like, get some tips on how to succeed at a hackathon and explore the power of an all-woman team!
Join us on this journey to celebrate, educate, and empower women in AI. Visit our website at www.womenandai.com, and connect with us on LinkedIn to stay engaged with our mission.
Resources:
Instagram: @StuffLucyWore
🧋Boba Recommendation TPTea
Book Recommendation: Liz Moody’s 100 Ways to Change Your Life
The Worlds I See by Dr. Fei-Fei Le
Artificial Intelligence A Guide for Thinking Humans by Melanie Mitchell
Women and AI LinkedIn
Women and AI Website
Nominate a guest for our show
Takeaways
Participating in a hackathon can be a great way to learn new skills, collaborate with others, and build your portfolio.
When using AI tools, it's important to consider ethical implications, such as privacy, biases, and the impact on industries and professions.
Supporting women in AI includes celebrating their accomplishments, sharing knowledge and resources, and creating a supportive community.
AI tools like ChatGPT, Google Bard (now Gemini), Grammarly, and Canva can be helpful for various tasks, such as generating text, transcribing meetings, and creating designs.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
01:19Meet Lucy
03:02 Meet Rebecca
04:25 Meet Jennifer
06:18 How My Speech BFF Started
09:22 About My Speech BFF
12:46 Expectations for the Hackathon
13:28 Process and Tools Used
18:14 Designing AI Products
20:06Working Together and Lessons Learned
23:06 AI Risks and Considerations
24:18 Advice for Participating in a Hackathon
29:45 AI Tools and Recommendations
33:17Risks and Ethical Considerations
37:50 AI Leaders to Follow
40:47Supporting Women in AI
41:12 How to Support the Guests
42:24 Closing Remarks