AGI Series
A six-part executive series exploring the far-reaching impacts of Artificial General Intelligence on the workforce, society, and the global economy.
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Series Overview
As we count down to the potential dawn of AGI—anticipated as early as 2025—the Miami AI Club launched its groundbreaking six-part AGI series. Curated by Dr. Nima Schei, MD, founder of Hummingbirds AI and the Miami AI Club, this series convenes leaders from the public sector, academia, and the tech industry to explore the far-reaching impacts of Artificial General Intelligence on the workforce, society, and the global economy.
Decoding AGI Impact
Miami AI Club kicked off the series with an energetic and insightful inaugural event. Dr. Schei opened by sharing his personal evolution—from initial excitement about AI's possibilities to a deeper understanding of its transformative and potentially disruptive power, emphasizing the urgent need for leaders, communities, and institutions to prepare responsibly.
Keynote by Dr. Seth Dobrin
Former Global Chief AI Officer at IBM challenged conventional thinking on AGI's pace and scope, offering a thought-provoking vision of where AI—and ultimately AGI—might lead, sparking lively discussion among attendees.
Panel: AGI and the Future of Work
Moderated by Tarja Stephens, featuring Francesca de Quesada Covey (Chief Innovation and Economic Development Officer, Miami-Dade County) and Antonio Delgado Fornaguera (VP of Innovation and Tech Partnerships, Miami Dade College). The panel explored:
- The evolving workforce dynamics and how human-AI collaboration can enhance productivity
- Strategies for equipping workers and students with the right skill sets
- Qualities and approaches for leadership in an era of rapid AI advancement
Fireside Chat: SoftBank's AI Investment Strategy
Javier Villamizar, Operating Partner at SoftBank Investment Advisers, and Dr. Schei examined SoftBank's AI investment priorities, the burgeoning AI technology stack, and future trajectories for AGI development and adoption.
Hosted by: Laura Chen, CFP®, MBA, Senior Vice President and Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley
Organized by: Sara Zargaran, co-founder of Hummingbirds AI and Miami AI Club
Impact of AGI on the Capital Markets
Beyond the Buzz: AGI's Profound Impact on Capital Markets. This gathering brought together leading minds from AI development, investment management, and policy to explore how AGI is already reshaping the economic landscape.
Event Highlights
The discussions went beyond surface-level conversations to address:
- How AGI is fundamentally altering market dynamics
- The revolutionary changes to investment strategies
- Why blockchain technology is essential for AI accountability
- How regulatory frameworks will shape adoption patterns
Distinguished Speakers
Caroline Yap, Afsheen Afshar, Maja Vujinovic, Scott Benesch, Ari Lehavi, and Brian Engelbert, with special thanks to Benesch Investment Group for hosting.
Key Insights from Nima Schei's Keynote
Nima Schei, founder of Miami AI Club and creator of BELBIC (the first emotion-based AI decision system), highlighted two crucial insights:
- Learning from biological systems can create more efficient AI systems
- Technology's impact has no expiration date – once deployed, transformative technologies create consequences that can't be undone
The urgency is clear: unlike previous technological revolutions where problems emerged over decades, AGI's accelerating development means we may have months, not years, to establish responsible governance frameworks.
The Path Forward
This event underscored that we aren't merely observers of the AGI revolution but its architects and stewards. By bringing diverse perspectives together, the Miami AI Club is working to ensure AGI serves humanity's highest aspirations.
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