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SUMMARY:HerAIStory Assembler Member Meetup - Online
DESCRIPTION:Our monthly HerAIStory Online Meetups are an exclusive benefit for our paid Assemblers. Join us for a lively virtual gathering where we bring in a featured expert from our community to share their personal AI journey and real-world insights on a specific topic.  \nThis is your chance to engage in a down-to-earth discussion\, ask your questions directly\, and connect with other women on their AI journey in a supportive and collaborative setting. \nPurpose: To provide a safe and collaborative space for women to connect\, share their AI journeys\, and learn from each other. \nFormat: Welcome & Connection\, Member Spotlight\, Breakout Room Discussions (Users Groups)\, Wrap-Up & Upcoming. \n  \nBook your spot for the upcoming date here\, choose the month you are booking for and book your spot.\nYou can book in advance for the sessions to save the dates in your calendar for up to 3 months.
URL:https://theaiassembly.com/event/heraistory-monthly-member-meetup-online-17-11/
CATEGORIES:AI Events,HerAIStory,Real-World AI,The AI Assembly Community
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn - Google AI in Workspace #1
DESCRIPTION:Discover how to unlock the hidden superpowers inside your Google Workspace with Gemini\, your built-in AI co-pilot. In this fast-paced 45-minute lunch and learn\, you will see how to ditch the tedious admin and let AI do the heavy lifting directly inside the tools you already use every day. \nWatch how Gemini transforms messy email threads into clear action lists\, turns long documents into polished summaries in seconds\, and helps craft confident\, professional communications with ease. No copying. No pasting. No switching apps. Everything happens right inside Docs\, Gmail\, Sheets\, and more. \nYou will learn how Gemini understands the context of your work and stays secure within your organisation\, so you can save time without the security headaches. This session will empower you to reclaim hours each week\, reduce workload stress\, and finally make the most of the subscription you are already paying for. \nIt is time to turbo-boost your productivity and experience how AI in Workspace can help you work smarter\, not harder.
URL:https://theaiassembly.com/event/lunch-and-learn-google-ai-in-workspace-1/
CATEGORIES:AI Events,HerAIStory,Real-World AI,The AI Assembly Community
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SUMMARY:AI Assemblers Speaker Series Online - Alvaro Orsi
DESCRIPTION:Online Speaker Series\nWe are thrilled to announce a special event in the AI Assembler Pro Speaker Series\, where we are dedicated to cultivating innovative thinkers within our community. Our mission is to move beyond passive use of technology by showcasing pioneering leaders and the creative applications of their work. Join us to be inspired by diverse career paths\, groundbreaking projects\, and the personal journeys of those actively forging the way in AI. \nAs an exclusive benefit\, all of our valued AI Assemblers have automatic access to our distinguished guest speakers. Limited Guest Spots Available: We offer only a few highly sought-after spots for guests interested in experiencing the value of joining the AI Assembler community. Register your interest promptly\, and we will notify you if you are successful in securing a place. \nThis is an online event\, so you can join us from the comfort of your home\, office\, or anywhere you have an internet connection\, connecting our community throughout New Zealand (Kiwis 🥝) and across the globe. \n\n🌟 Featured Speaker: Dr. Alvaro Orsi Leading the AI Revolution: The Award-Winning ALMA Digital Twin\nWe are thrilled to welcome Dr. Alvaro Orsi\, Data Science Lead at PHF Science (The New Zealand Institute for Public Health and Forensic Science)\, as our featured speaker. \nDr. Orsi will share deep insights into the groundbreaking ALMA digital twin platform\, the project that recently secured the coveted Trailblazer in AI Innovation award at the Aotearoa AI Awards 2025 (AI Forum Awards). This award is a testament to the project’s cutting-edge nature\, recognising PHF Science and Dr. Orsi’s team for pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence to deliver practical\, real-world impact for NZ. \n\n🏆 The ALMA Project: A National Trailblazer\nThe ALMA (Aotearoa’s Large-scale Multi-Agent simulator) platform is a globally significant innovation\, pioneering the first comprehensive\, population-level digital twin in New Zealand. This sophisticated\, AI-driven replica of the real world integrates data from over 30 national sources to create a dynamic\, interactive 3D model of Aotearoa New Zealand\, encompassing its health\, environment\, climate\, and population dynamics. \nALMA’s Core Innovation: \n\nSynthetic Population: At its heart\, ALMA features a synthetic population of over 5 million virtual citizens\, each with a rich set of attributes and realistic “life diaries.” This allows for detailed behavioural modelling without compromising individual privacy or data sovereignty.\nAdvanced AI Integration: The platform leverages cutting-edge technologies like Generative AI\, Large Population Models (developed in collaboration with institutions like the MIT Media Lab)\, geospatial data science\, and sophisticated time series forecasting.\n\n💡 The Power of AI-Driven Decision Making\nALMA is not just a simulator; it is a powerful decision-support tool that allows policymakers and researchers to explore complex “what-if” scenarios\, forecast outcomes\, and uncover causal relationships hidden within the data. It serves as a safe\, ethical laboratory for testing the potential impacts of policy changes before they are implemented in the real world. \nPotential Real-World Applications: \n\nPublic Health: Simulating the spread of infectious diseases (like measles outbreaks) and evaluating the effectiveness of public health interventions (such as vaccination campaigns).\nClimate Resilience: Assessing environmental impacts on communities and developing informed adaptation strategies by integrating climate data with population models.\nUrban and Economic Planning: Modelling the effects of new infrastructure\, transportation systems\, or economic policies on specific population segments.\n\nAbout Dr. Orsi\nAs Data Science Lead at PHF Science\, Dr. Orsi spearheads the development of AI-powered innovations across the organisation’s public health and forensic science domains. He has extensive experience leveraging AI and advanced analytics to transform complex data into actionable solutions across diverse sectors. His background in astrophysics and machine learning brings a unique and rigorous perspective to large-scale data modelling. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to hear directly from Dr. Orsi on how the ALMA digital twin is revolutionising evidence-based decision-making and setting a new standard for AI application in public service. \n\n\n🚀 Take the Next Step: Secure Your Place\nFor AI Assembler Pro Members:\nIf you are an AI Assembler Pro\, you are already part of our community of innovative thinkers! Please check your calendar — we should have already added you\, but you can fill in the form below if you don’t see it there! 🙂🙌 \nFor Launchpad Community Members (Free):\nWe have reserved a limited number of guest spots for our valued Launchpad community members who are keen to experience our exclusive speaker sessions. To register your interest in attending\, please fill in the form below\, and our team will be in touch if a spare spot is available for you! 🙌 \n  \n\n                    AI Assembler Speaker Event Registration Form - 24.11 Alvaro OrsiFirst NameLast NameEmailPhoneCompany nameLinkedin ProfileMember status- Select -Yes I am already signed upI am keen to invest in my AI journey 🚀 SIgn me upI am seriously considering it! I will check our LaunchPad and decide 🤝Can you send me more info? Costs etc? ℹ️Not right now 🤔 But I am keen to attend the speaker session - if there is room?Questions for speaker (if any)Book my spot 🚀
URL:https://theaiassembly.com/event/ai-assemblers-speaker-series-online-alvaro-orsi/
CATEGORIES:AI Events,HerAIStory,Real-World AI,The AI Assembly Community
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SUMMARY:In Person HerAIStory - The Next Steps with AI\, Christchurch
DESCRIPTION:Join The AI Assembly™ for the next HerAIStory™ event in Christchurch! Following a sold-out Auckland event\, this is your opportunity to not only learn but to connect\, collaborate\, and empower each other\, with access to amazing peers in a connected\, open-sharing community. Advance your understanding and knowledge\, and enable your next steps on your journey in the complex world of AI.\n\n\n\n\nThis event is for every woman at every stage of her AI journey—from those just trying to understand what AI is\, to those ready to take action and make real change in their job or business. We’ve brought together a diverse panel of leaders who are driving change from every angle of the industry and will share their real-world journeys and career lessons. \n\n\nOur Founder Karrina Mountfort will facilitate this panel where you’ll hear from a panel of amazing women in varying backgrounds and experiences throughout the world of AI. \nPlus a 10 minute wellness segment to start us off right and empower us to reduce overwhelm and recognise signs of stress and overwhelm. \nCome and find your place in our community and build the connections that will enable you to take your next steps in AI. \n\nOur Speakers:\nOur Founder Karrina Mountfort will facilitate this panel where you’ll hear from: \n\nNadine Young Functional Consultant\, founder of NRX Auaha\, and an AI Ethics & Indigenous Researcher. Nadine is uniquely positioned to discuss how she successfully linked her deep business knowledge with the cutting-edge work of AI Ethics and Indigenous Research. Nadine is committed to leading with integrity and cultural awareness in the AI space\nGeorgia Singleton AI Engineer\, is a part of some of the most exciting new projects at Trade Me including the groundbreaking Motors AI Description Tool\, making Trade Me a first-in-NZ retailer for customer-facing Generative AI.\nGemma Abbott Manager in Technology\, Strategy and Transformation at Deloitte\, specialising in digital health\, health system transformation\, innovation and AI-enabled products and services.\nNichola Selway\, Ph.D. CSO at Pyper Vision\, will share how she developed an entrepreneurial mindset\, applied scientific methodology to AI challenges\, and is focussed on building technology that delivers meaningful\, purposeful impact.\nAnnie Johnson\, Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer of humaneer. Annie is a local with over 20 years of HR industry experience\, making her uniquely positioned to discuss how she successfully bridged this human-centric field with the rapidly evolving world of AI.\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect\nPanel Powerhouse: AI in Action – Taking the Next Step Dive into a dynamic discussion where our speakers will share their lived experiences and how they’re bringing their diverse backgrounds to AI. You’ll leave with real-world insights and new connections. \nMindful AI: Reconnect & Recharge Take a vital 10-minute pause for our refreshing Wellness Segment. Learn simple\, practical micro-breaks designed to reduce overwhelm and give you clarity. It’s a moment to recharge yourself and foster a supportive community around well-being while working hard to drive forward in times of immense change. \nNetworking & Collaboration This event is specifically designed to facilitate meaningful connections. From the moment you arrive\, you’ll be in a space to talk\, share\, and find others who can help you on your journey. Connect with fellow women shaping AI’s story in NZ\, find a mentor\, or simply make a new friend. \n  \nWho Is This For?\nThis event is for every woman at any stage of her AI journey. Whether you’re a seasoned professional\, a businesswoman exploring AI for the first time\, or a student navigating your future path—you absolutely belong here! This is a chance to meet other women who share your passion and drive\, and to be part of a vibrant\, empowering community. \n  \nThe Details\nDate: November 27th\nTime: 6:15 PM – 8:00 PM\nLocation: Trademe Office\, Christchurch\, Level 1\, 181 High Street\, Christchurch.\nFormat: In-person connection (Very limited spots available!).\nInvestment: $50 (includes a drink and nibbles) \nLimited tickets are available for this exclusive women-only event\, so don’t miss out! This is your ultimate chance to be part of a vibrant conversation\, gain truly impactful insights\, and build the connections that will enable and empower you to take your next steps in AI.
URL:https://theaiassembly.com/event/in-person-heraistory-the-next-steps-with-ai-christchurch/
LOCATION:Trademe\, Christchurch\, Level 1\, 181 High Street\, Christchurch\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:AI Events,HerAIStory,Real-World AI,The AI Assembly Community
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SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn - Google AI in Workspace #2
DESCRIPTION:Next-Level AI in Workspace: Google Vids\, Forms Intelligence & Custom AI Helpers\nNow that you have seen how Gemini enhances everyday tasks from our previous Google in AI Workspace #1\, it is time to take your productivity even further with Google’s latest AI-powered Workspace tools. In this 45-minute lunch and learn session\, we will explore Google Vids\, Forms with AI insights\, and the introduction of Gems that allow you to build lightweight AI helpers tailored to your workflows. \nYou will discover how Google Vids transforms existing content into fully-formed video explainers and training materials\, complete with scripts\, narration\, and visuals generated in seconds. From onboarding videos to customer guides\, you will learn how to convert a document or slide deck into polished storytelling that increases engagement\, saves hours\, and helps scale your communication. \nWe will also demonstrate how Gemini enhances Google Forms and survey analysis by automatically creating questions\, extracting insights\, summarising responses\, and recommending actions based on feedback. No more spreadsheets full of unread answers — AI turns data into direction immediately. \nFinally\, you will get hands-on experience with Google’s Gems: customisable mini-assistants that automate repetitive tasks inside your organisation. Whether it is summarising incoming project documents\, drafting templated communications\, or routing key information to the right people\, Gems help you move from manually doing work to designing self-running processes. \nThis workshop is all about unlocking the next layer of AI already built into your Workspace subscription — empowering you to automate more\, create faster\, and make better decisions without leaving the tools you use every day. \n 
URL:https://theaiassembly.com/event/lunch-and-learn-google-ai-in-workspace-28/
CATEGORIES:AI Events,HerAIStory,Real-World AI,The AI Assembly Community
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