
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE CONFERENCE 2026
May 20-21, 2026 | Excelsior Community College, Kingston, Jamaica
Breaking New Frontiers:
Demystifying AI Technologies to enhance Productivity
Join educators, administrators, and institutional leaders shaping the next chapter of AI in academia.
Limited spots available. Register to secure your seat.
CONFERENCE FOCUS AREAS
Participants will explore critical areas, including:
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Artificial Intelligence leadership and decision-making frameworks
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AI governance, policy, and responsible adoption
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Workforce productivity and economic transformation
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Education innovation and institutional readiness for AI adoption
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Strategic public–private collaboration for sustainable impact
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Real-world AI applications shaping organizations and national development
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Professional development and capacity-building programs
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Workforce training aligned with AI-driven skills needs
SPEAKERS & THOUGHT LEADERS
FEATURED INTERNATIONAL SPEAKERS

Trace Johnson
President, AI OWL

Dr. Philmore McCarthy
Principal of Excelsior Community College

Ted St. John
CEO, Hope Town / Workforce Development Leader

Cas Maxwell
CEO, AI OWL

Brian Gonzalez
Applied AI and Workforce Strategist (Formerly Intel; Jobs for the Future)

Dr. Jason Feig
Khan Academy / AI OWL
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Ms. Hannah Guada
Vice President, Hocking College
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Dr. Betty Young
President, Hocking College

Eladio Vassell
Dean of Workforce Development, Hocking College
IN PROUD COLLABORATION WITH



ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
This two-day international AI conference provides participants with frameworks, strategies, and tools to drive meaningful change, from institutional readiness and policy development to workforce transformation and hands-on AI implementation.
Engage with leading AI specialists, explore real-world AI applications, and participate in discussions bridging public and private sectors. Attendees will leave with a clear vision for leveraging AI to enhance organizational productivity, innovation, and national competitiveness.
Attendance:
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Full conference: Registration required
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Registration provides access to plenary sessions, technical workshops, networking opportunities, and learning resources
DATES & LOCATION
May 20-21, 2026 | 8:00AM - 5:30PM Daily
Excelsior Community College
137, Mountain View Ave, Kingston 3, Jamaica

